For the most part there is really no way around shipping fees. I wouldn't do COD myself, but to each their own! I think you would get more for your $$ on either Poshmark or Ebay. Also, transactions there just feel much safer, but that could just be down to my selling experiences being extremely limited. If you sell on Ebay, you can charge more for shipping than Poshmark? That's why it's my preferred, I lose less $ in the shipping process. Others may well have more informed opinions, though!
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You're right, things might be safer without actually seeing the buyer. I will look into ebay, thanks so much for your suggestion
Someone in Paris was able to get the designer to swap out the pebbled or suede flap for black smooth leather on the Numero Uno Mini. I didn't realize they did customized requests? Though I anticipate this isn't the norm and this was a one off request... which is a bummer because I would totally buy this version!
Hi everyone!!! Been a silent lurker on TPF for a loooong time.
Finally decided to post today since I managed to get my hands on a new No.1 mini from a reseller here in Singapore, for an amazing steal of SGD350 (~260 usd for reference), inclusive of the box and all its original contents
I was debating for awhile on whether to get the grey or light pink version, but decided that the light pink might be a little too sweet for most of my outfits, and I'm afraid of getting it dirty as well!
Size matters: For reference, I am 5'1 and US2 (really petite), so I've had to knot the chain slightly in the bag but it was really easy to do so
Colour-wise: The grey is really hard to capture in person! As someone on this forum mentioned before, the grey is a lot more warm-toned than the stock photos, so much so that it appears taupe in certain lightings! I would say its most accurate representation would fall somewhere in between the picture of it lying flat on the box and the one of it hanging against a white background
Quality: 5/5, for sure! I am LOVING it so far, the craftsmanship is amazing for the price, and I love how understated the brand is at the moment. Best is to get it now before prices increase!
I have a few questions though:
- How do you prevent scratches on the front gold buckle? I am really afraid of digging my nails at it and causing a scratchdo you have to baby it very much?
- I live in a very hot and humid weather! Would the constant sweating cause the chain to erode/ rust over time?[/QUO
I thought the bag came like that: you could purchase the black with the smooth leather or black with the suede
The options for black are all pebbled leather, pebbles with suede or pebbled with croc. They have an all smooth black bag online but it’s out of stock and I asked Polene when it would be restocked and they said it’s no longer in production.
No tax or customs fees if it's less than $600 USD
Just received my Polene package! Here's what I ordered and my initial thoughts.
1. Numero Un in Trio Black Croc - The bag is smaller in person but I don't mind that. Very thick leather (not buttery but I suspect it might soften over time) and the croc flap is beautiful in an understated way. All of the little details like their name "Polene" on every single piece of gold hardware is incredible. I already want to order another one plus a mini I love it that much.
2. Wallet in Smooth Black Leather - I stalked the website for months waiting for this to restock. Originally I wanted the Numero Un in smooth leather but was told this style was discontinued so I was excited to get the wallet in smooth leather. Its more lightweight than I expected and honestly not sure I would have purchased this if I saw it in person first. I still like it a lot but not as much as the bag. I was expecting the quality and thickness to be more luxurious for almost $200 (makes me think I would have rather put this money towards a Numero Un Mini)
3. Small Grey Pouch - This was bigger than I anticipated, very lightweight as well. The leather and suede on it are okay. I'm pretty happy with this one compared to the wallet though as it was only $35. Also now seeing the suede on it makes me realize I don't want suede on a full size bag.
Overall I am super happy with my Polene purchase and can't wait to see what they release in September!
1. Numero Un in Trio Black Croc - The bag is smaller in person but I don't mind that. Very thick leather (not buttery but I suspect it might soften over time) and the croc flap is beautiful in an understated way. All of the little details like their name "Polene" on every single piece of gold hardware is incredible. I already want to order another one plus a mini I love it that much.
2. Wallet in Smooth Black Leather - I stalked the website for months waiting for this to restock. Originally I wanted the Numero Un in smooth leather but was told this style was discontinued so I was excited to get the wallet in smooth leather. Its more lightweight than I expected and honestly not sure I would have purchased this if I saw it in person first. I still like it a lot but not as much as the bag. I was expecting the quality and thickness to be more luxurious for almost $200 (makes me think I would have rather put this money towards a Numero Un Mini)
3. Small Grey Pouch - This was bigger than I anticipated, very lightweight as well. The leather and suede on it are okay. I'm pretty happy with this one compared to the wallet though as it was only $35. Also now seeing the suede on it makes me realize I don't want suede on a full size bag.
Overall I am super happy with my Polene purchase and can't wait to see what they release in September!
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