Official Coach CHAT Thread!!!

[BeenBurned]

A couple of days ago, I posted a rather pretty bag that was painted with a floral design. While I wouldn't do that to one of my bags, at least it's pretty, IMO.

But this?!?!!? What the heck would someone be thinking? Why wreck a perfectly good bag?

To each her own.

Custom Hand Painted Vintage Coach Court Top Handle Bag - Etsy

Customized Vintage Coach Court Bag Color is a neon pink with various colors of paint splatter All leather with brass hardware Roomy interior with zip pocket and front slip pocket covered by a flap and secured with a turnlock Back outer slip pocket Detachable 40 strap to be used over shoulder or

www.etsy.com

 

[whateve]

A couple of days ago, I posted a rather pretty bag that was painted with a floral design. While I wouldn't do that to one of my bags, at least it's pretty, IMO.

But this?!?!!? What the heck would someone be thinking? Why wreck a perfectly good bag?

To each her own.

Custom Hand Painted Vintage Coach Court Top Handle Bag - Etsy

Customized Vintage Coach Court Bag Color is a neon pink with various colors of paint splatter All leather with brass hardware Roomy interior with zip pocket and front slip pocket covered by a flap and secured with a turnlock Back outer slip pocket Detachable 40 strap to be used over shoulder or

www.etsy.com

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I think we discussed this bag on the vintage chat thread. I think the seller does something with paint to all her bags.

 

[Lake Effect]

A couple of days ago, I posted a rather pretty bag that was painted with a floral design. While I wouldn't do that to one of my bags, at least it's pretty, IMO.

But this?!?!!? What the heck would someone be thinking? Why wreck a perfectly good bag?

To each her own.

Custom Hand Painted Vintage Coach Court Top Handle Bag - Etsy

Customized Vintage Coach Court Bag Color is a neon pink with various colors of paint splatter All leather with brass hardware Roomy interior with zip pocket and front slip pocket covered by a flap and secured with a turnlock Back outer slip pocket Detachable 40 strap to be used over shoulder or

www.etsy.com

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I think we discussed this bag on the vintage chat thread. I think the seller does something with paint to all her bags.

She was recently brought up in a FB group and she entered the conversation to comment she only paints bags that she says she can’t rehab traditionally due to stains, etc. Apparently she does a lot of traditional rehabs too. I would be curious to find out what a painted bag feels like!!
She was the person who essentially dipped a Plaza in rose gold glitter! And she recently sold a Willis she painted hot pink. So there’s a market . . .

 

[Morgan_Bellini]

A couple of days ago, I posted a rather pretty bag that was painted with a floral design. While I wouldn't do that to one of my bags, at least it's pretty, IMO.

But this?!?!!? What the heck would someone be thinking? Why wreck a perfectly good bag?

To each her own.

Custom Hand Painted Vintage Coach Court Top Handle Bag - Etsy

Customized Vintage Coach Court Bag Color is a neon pink with various colors of paint splatter All leather with brass hardware Roomy interior with zip pocket and front slip pocket covered by a flap and secured with a turnlock Back outer slip pocket Detachable 40 strap to be used over shoulder or

www.etsy.com

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I think we discussed this bag on the vintage chat thread. I think the seller does something with paint to all her bags.

She was recently brought up in a FB group and she entered the conversation to comment she only paints bags that she says she can’t rehab due to stains, etc. Apparently she does a lot of traditional rehabs too. I would be curious to find out what a painted bag feels like!!
She was the person who essentially dipped a Plaza in rose gold glitter!

My rust orange Courier was rescued from this lunatic!

I am kidding about the lunatic part but there is nothing wrong with my Courier so I do wonder where her threshold lies for salvageable vs. lost cause bags. And I just want to mention that I have communicated with her before and she is very sweet and friendly. This is just her version of a vintage Coach hobby.

 

[BeenBurned]

She was recently brought up in a FB group and she entered the conversation to comment she only paints bags that she says she can’t rehab traditionally due to stains, etc. Apparently she does a lot of traditional rehabs too. I would be curious to find out what a painted bag feels like!!
She was the person who essentially dipped a Plaza in rose gold glitter! And she recently sold a Willis she painted hot pink. So there’s a market . . .

I guess there is a market for all tastes.

My mother used to have a saying that I've rarely ever used but I guess it applies here. "Some people's taste is all in their mouth."

Like I said, to each her own.

 

[LaVisioneer]

I actually had Amazon lose a return before. I used their prepaid label, dropped it off to UPS to return. But I didn't get a receipt saying I dropped it off.

They claimed I never mailed it back because I didn't have a receipt from UPS. And somehow it was lost using the UPS tracking number.

Fortunately, somehow I was able to work it out, but now I always get a receipt from UPS for Amazon returns.

Had another issue once with a Macys order. Either UPS or FedEx said my order was delivered but it was nowhere to be found and I even checked with my neighbors. Took some arguing to get it refunded. I was home at the time and no one ever showed up.

After all that the delivery showed up a week later and then I had to call CS again.

I tend to think even with a tracking number the private shipping companies are not that reliable. I can't recall having a similar issue with USPS, but since most of my online shopping has gone through FedEx or UPS it's hard to compare.

I don't have it saved anywhere on my device, sadly. I am so upset. Coach really needs to get with the program. Nordstrom and Amazon can easily track it with just using a order number and their prepaid label. Not everyone asks for a receipt when they dump their boxes at UPS.

It will be hard to file a dispute because even my credit card company will ask for the tracking number, too. Darn it.

I wish Coach was more like Kate Spade. They will send you emails when the return package is in transit, and you can easily track the return on their website, too. Take notes, Coach.

 

[whateve]

I actually had Amazon lose a return before. I used their prepaid label, dropped it off to UPS to return. But I didn't get a receipt saying I dropped it off.

They claimed I never mailed it back because I didn't have a receipt from UPS. And somehow it was lost using the UPS tracking number.

Fortunately, somehow I was able to work it out, but now I always get a receipt from UPS for Amazon returns.

Had another issue once with a Macys order. Either UPS or FedEx said my order was delivered but it was nowhere to be found and I even checked with my neighbors. Took some arguing to get it refunded. I was home at the time and no one ever showed up.

After all that the delivery showed up a week later and then I had to call CS again.

I tend to think even with a tracking number the private shipping companies are not that reliable. I can't recall having a similar issue with USPS, but since most of my online shopping has gone through FedEx or UPS it's hard to compare.

Once I ordered something from Macy's. It never arrived. Next thing I know, I get an email that they have processed my return. The package must have just gone back to them. I was kind of sad because I really wanted it. It was a Coach X Baseman item.

 

[BeenBurned]

Now I know why I've never used a white bag.

Recently I found a $4.99 leather Kristin at Saver's. (I love it when they don't recognize the real deal!)

Although the white exterior wasn't perfect, it wasn't stained or filthy. I was okay with that because I knew I didn't have to baby it.

Well, now I even have to worry less!

I was out shopping the other day in the rain. After stopping for gas, I pulled out my red leather wallet to get my c.c. and must have placed the wallet on top of the bag.

And this is what I've ended up with.

 

[houseof999]

Now I know why I've never used a white bag.

Recently I found a $4.99 leather Kristin at Saver's. (I love it when they don't recognize the real deal!)

Although the white exterior wasn't perfect, it wasn't stained or filthy. I was okay with that because I knew I didn't have to baby it.

Well, now I even have to worry less!

I was out shopping the other day in the rain. After stopping for gas, I pulled out my red leather wallet to get my c.c. and must have placed the wallet on top of the bag.

And this is what I've ended up with.
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Oh no! I'm surprised it transferred color that fast! Is the red leather wallet Coach too? Have you tried cleaning up the stain? Maybe ask the rehab thread i and see if anyone has any suggestion to get the stain off. I have read good things about this product from other TPF members for preventing this from happening.

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I bought one myself but haven't used it yet though.

 

[BeenBurned]

Oh no! I'm surprised it transferred color that fast! Is the red leather wallet Coach too? Have you tried cleaning up the stain? Maybe ask the rehab thread i and see if anyone has any suggestion to get the stain off. I have read good things about this product from other TPF members for preventing this from happening.

Amazon.com: Apple Brand Garde Rain & Stain Water Repellent - Protector Spray For Handbags, Purses, Shoes, Boots, Accessories, Furniture - Won't Alter Color - Great For Vachetta: Home & Kitchen

Buy Apple Brand Garde Rain & Stain Water Repellent - Protector Spray For Handbags, Purses, Shoes, Boots, Accessories, Furniture - Won't Alter Color - Great For Vachetta: Leather Care - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

I bought one myself but haven't used it yet though.

I'm not a rehabber so although I read and am so impressed by others' work, I'm too nervous to do it myself.

The wallet isn't Coach. (It's a Miu Miu, another thrift find that was a steal. They didn't recognize the brand!)

I don't think it's been dyed and was really surprised that it happened. It happened as soon as I rested the wallet on the damp bag.

The extent of my trying to clean it was to wipe gently with a sponge and liquid dish soap.

 

[whateve]

Now I know why I've never used a white bag.

Recently I found a $4.99 leather Kristin at Saver's. (I love it when they don't recognize the real deal!)

Although the white exterior wasn't perfect, it wasn't stained or filthy. I was okay with that because I knew I didn't have to baby it.

Well, now I even have to worry less!

I was out shopping the other day in the rain. After stopping for gas, I pulled out my red leather wallet to get my c.c. and must have placed the wallet on top of the bag.

And this is what I've ended up with.
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Zit cream (benzoyl peroxide) might bleach it back to the original color. It's worth a try.

 

[BeenBurned]

Zit cream (benzoyl peroxide) might bleach it back to the original color. It's worth a try.

That sounds like an easy fix if it works!

Do you just put it on, let it sit, then wipe off?
Thanks.

 

[whateve]

That sounds like an easy fix if it works!

Do you just put it on, let it sit, then wipe off?
Thanks.

You put it on and let it sit for quite a while. I usually leave it at least a day or a few days. It dries up so you'll have to use something damp to clean it off, either conditioner or white vinegar would be good. I'm not sure but I think it works better if it sits in the sun. If it isn't all bleached out, you can do another treatment. I've never used it for dye transfer but it works on ink. I would only do it on a white bag.

 

[BeenBurned]

You put it on and let it sit for quite a while. I usually leave it at least a day or a few days. It dries up so you'll have to use something damp to clean it off, either conditioner or white vinegar would be good. I'm not sure but I think it works better if it sits in the sun. If it isn't all bleached out, you can do another treatment. I've never used it for dye transfer but it works on ink. I would only do it on a white bag.

Thank you. I'll have to buy some but will update with results.

 

[whateve]

Thank you. I'll have to buy some but will update with results.

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