I'm going to buy a speedy 30, and it will be my first LV purchase. But, I'm not sure if i should buy a new one from eluxury or buy a used one from somewhere else (Ann's faboluous finds, 2nd-handbag, let-trade..etc.) I was wondering which do you guys prefer? New or used?
New or used?
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I think it depends on your budget and your patina preference. A pre-loved bag will likely come with some patina, which some people love and others do not. You can get some very nice used bags from a variety of places and save hundreds if that is your preference.
On a mono bag, I prefer some patina and I don't like bright white new vachetta (it rather scares me!), but I'd like a new damier bag.
On a mono bag, I prefer some patina and I don't like bright white new vachetta (it rather scares me!), but I'd like a new damier bag.
I say used. This way you wont feel guilty when you get caught in the rain or snow. Get a feel for the bag to see if you really like it.
I bought my first used and still found it hard to use in bad weather, never mind if it was new.
I bought my first used and still found it hard to use in bad weather, never mind if it was new.
If you can afford one, I'd go for new. My second bag I purchased was a used Cabas Piano (my first was a pochette) because I wanted to see if I'd really like carrying around a LV and how well it held up etc. I love the bag I have, but I think one day I'm going to try to sell my used one for a new one, that is if I'm still in love with it in a few years.
hmm yeah that's kind of what i was thinking, but my budget isn't too large (I'm 18!
) haha so im not sure which to do yet!- Have any of you guys bought from any of those places? and how was the service/bag?
I'd go for a new one if you can. Then you can feel the bags and inspect them yourself and know what to look for with future purchases if you decide to buy pre-owned.
But it's really what you like!
Most definately buy new. You need the experience of owning a brand spanking new one. Then should you venture into the preloved market you will know what to look for in a good buy.
