Tell me about Brahmin bags please?

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bjigge said:
Hi! - Recently saw & fell in love with several Brahmin bags (esp Melbourne) at nearby Macys but they weren’t on sale. Apparently that’s a rare thing with them.

I found this great forum and wonder if anybody here has tips on how to “snag” the best deals on them. I see I just missed a couple stores’ big sales.

I live in southern Wis, not near Brahmin stores or outlets. Couple hour drive to a Nordstrom, and next weekend will be near Mall of America. Rarely get to Chicago area. Nearby Nordstrom Rack had only one very small Brahmin & no prediction when they come in.

I’m comfortable with ordering online from any reputable store, of course.

Do any Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales tend to include Brahmin?

Thanks in advance for your ideas! :smile:
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Do you feel comfortable buying on eBay? If there is a particular style and color you are looking for it can be a great option.
 
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Bagmedic said:
I know Dillards twice a year has a handbag trade-in event where you get 25% off a bag and Brahmin's are included. I know my Dillards just had this event a few weeks ago so I think the next one is in April or May. Dillards tends to have month end markdowns on Brahmin but rarely do any coupons apply to Brahmin. And this is in the store. The Dillards website doesn't seem to include any sale merchandise for Brahmin. It may be marked down at the store but the website will show full price! So best to be near a Dillards or Macy's!
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I suggest that you contact Macys to discover the schedule for their 25% off everything sales (except, furniture and such is less % off). Also, consider contacting Von Maur in the cities. They're in Eden Prairie and a new store at Rosedale. I've noticed bags on unadvertised sales there. Good luck!
 
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bjigge said:
Thank you so much!! No Dillards nearby. But Macy's sometimes has them on sale?

I wonder if the Brahmin's own site ever does?
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I don't look at their site too often but don't think they do or it is very limited. If you can make it out to their MA location, there is a tent sale every May I think. Oh, my.....the photos from the sale look fabulous....so many bags! I'd have to save for a year! I used to live a few hours from there but not sure when they started these tent sales. Now I'm at least 10-12 hours away so that isn't happening! I'm not THAT crazy!
 
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Bagmedic said:
I don't look at their site too often but don't think they do or it is very limited. If you can make it out to their MA location, there is a tent sale every May I think. Oh, my.....the photos from the sale look fabulous....so many bags! I'd have to save for a year! I used to live a few hours from there but not sure when they started these tent sales. Now I'm at least 10-12 hours away so that isn't happening! I'm not THAT crazy!
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That must be quite an event! It'd be quite a journey for me to get to, from the MidWest. I watched part of a video somebody posted of it - it was a sea of stunning purses!
 
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MamaSleepy said:
I suggest that you contact Macys to discover the schedule for their 25% off everything sales (except, furniture and such is less % off). Also, consider contacting Von Maur in the cities. They're in Eden Prairie and a new store at Rosedale. I've noticed bags on unadvertised sales there. Good luck!
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Hi - thanks for the great ideas!

I called Macys yesterday who said they had some Brahmin marked down, but a VERY limited stock. I went over there and there were just 3 styles. I actually bought one, but I'm going to return it. Tho it's a "wristlet" it's so big, it'd just about break my wrist! It's too bad they didn't build it with a long strap option to wear as a crossbody, too - that would have been great.

Thank you for the Von Maur recommendation - I'd never heard of it! I will try to work that in next weekend. Looks like they have a store just outside Milwaukee, too, and I'll be over that way at the end of this month. ;)
 
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bjigge said:
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Hi - thanks for the great ideas!

I called Macys yesterday who said they had some Brahmin marked down, but a VERY limited stock. I went over there and there were just 3 styles. I actually bought one, but I'm going to return it. Tho it's a "wristlet" it's so big, it'd just about break my wrist! It's too bad they didn't build it with a long strap option to wear as a crossbody, too - that would have been great.

Thank you for the Von Maur recommendation - I'd never heard of it! I will try to work that in next weekend. Looks like they have a store just outside Milwaukee, too, and I'll be over that way at the end of this month. ;)
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Can anyone comment on the Schooner topsail in cognac - comes in black also? I managed to snag one at the Dillard's New Year's Day sale at a great price, have not carried Brahmin but I love the smooth leather and this bag looks so classy. Since this is a Brahmin thread, maybe some feedback? My issue is that I own a zillion bags, no need for others, but this might be a good way to try a Brahmin, I like the clean lines on the bag. Thank you!
 
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DeDe15 said:
Can anyone comment on the Schooner topsail in cognac - comes in black also? I managed to snag one at the Dillard's New Year's Day sale at a great price, have not carried Brahmin but I love the smooth leather and this bag looks so classy. Since this is a Brahmin thread, maybe some feedback? My issue is that I own a zillion bags, no need for others, but this might be a good way to try a Brahmin, I like the clean lines on the bag. Thank you!
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Brahmin is really know for their crocodile embossed leather. I don't own anything in the Topsail but this leather is new to Brahmin's line. I've heard from people who own it that it's easy to scratched and crease. If those things don't bother you than you should be fine. I'm not sure if the Brahmin leather conditioner can be used on this type of leather. Normally conditioning would help with scratches and creases. Sorry I'm not much help. Hopefully someone who owns a topsail piece will comment soon.
 
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Satcheldoll said:
Brahmin is really know for their crocodile embossed leather. I don't own anything in the Topsail but this leather is new to Brahmin's line. I've heard from people who own it that it's easy to scratched and crease. If those things don't bother you than you should be fine. I'm not sure if the Brahmin leather conditioner can be used on this type of leather. Normally conditioning would help with scratches and creases. Sorry I'm not much help. Hopefully someone who owns a topsail piece will comment soon.
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Thanks for the comments. It looks like it would be similar to Dooney's "Alto" line, easy to scratch but may get that worn "patina" over time? It's really a nice looking bag. I have far too many and should return it but I think I'm going to hold onto it. I know there is a huge fan base over the croc embossed and for whatever reason I'm more attracted to the smaller pieces... I have a beautiful wine wristlet that I love and a smaller bag with smooth leather and croc accents -- my sister in law is a big fan, with larger bags. This smooth leather on the other hand really attracts me! Would love to know experience with them, thank you again for sharing your comments, anything will help!

EDIT: Just called Brahmin customer service to get their input. The very nice rep said it will indeed show more scratches than the croc since it's a smooth leather, but also that she has several of her own topsail bags, said she loves the feel of the leather and that it will soften as you use it.
 
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