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#4,141
Catash said:
$1,400 is the highest I would go for any pre-loved City. I have been looking on ebay for awhile. Several HG color Cities were sold recently for $1,000-1,300. Unless you really need it right away, I wouldn't suggest going higher than that.
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I would probably be happy with getting an amethyst RH city for $1000-1200 but the $1300-1500 ones seem like too much, even for mint condition. Especially since sometimes the bags aren't really as mint as some sellers say...

But I understand where you're coming from, I did just put a BC day on layaway that was $1275! I guess I just got lucky with my part times that were both authentic and only needed a bit of tlc for under $1000!
 
#4,142
I am a new owner to a beautiful pre-loved Cassis Work. I was finding some threads about care and came across comments regarding Balenciaga Nourishing Cream. I think some of the corners of the bag may be dry and not really worn. I cannot find this cream anywhere; Balenciaga website, Barney's NY, etc. Is it still made and any ideas where to buy?

Thanks.
 
#4,143
Dragonflygirl02 said:
I am a new owner to a beautiful pre-loved Cassis Work. I was finding some threads about care and came across comments regarding Balenciaga Nourishing Cream. I think some of the corners of the bag may be dry and not really worn. I cannot find this cream anywhere; Balenciaga website, Barney's NY, etc. Is it still made and any ideas where to buy?

Thanks.
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I have a tin of the Nourishing Cream and honestly didn't find it that great...
For dry corners I'd recommend Leather Honey. There's a thread over on Care & Maintenance.
Hope that helps!
 
#4,146
Hi ladies !

I desperately need some help . My bal city bag was bought 4 months ago in Milan boutique when I was there for work. I have kept all the receipts and documents with me after purchasing .

However , the thread has come loose and the stitching at the bottom of the bag came off. The threads are to hold the triangle leather piece with hardware on top. I am afraid that with a few stitches off , soon the whole leather piece will drop off from the bag.
I have tried contacting the boutique in singapore where I live in, but they refuse to take in my bag as they only accept bags bought locally.

Email the Milan shop and no response .
Email the balenciaga customer care and they told me to contact the Milan boutique .

I am disgusted that there is no after care services ! The bag should still be under the warranty period as it is only 4 months old.

Please advice on what I can do .

Thanks
 
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#4,147
I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask for your ladies advice on the buying older bags vs. the price, but I'd love it if I can get some help on my first Balenciaga.

The lovely Conni618 helped me authenticate a GSH city (not sure about the name) in raisin from '09. Link here: http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=291255000071

I adore that specific color, but I'm just not sure if $1000 justifies the purchase, especially since it's an older release. Can anyone tell me if it looks to be in great condition? More pics here: http://imgur.com/a/TI7s6

It also doesn't seem to have that wrinkly/distressed look that I love about Bals. Reference photo from a tPFer. Is this look achieved with more wear, or are certain leathers different?

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Thanks, ladies. I really appreciate all that you do for brand newbies like me :ty:
 
#4,148
I just had to comment on this pic posted in the celebs with Bals thread.

Bret Michaels or Tara Reid? :roflmfao:
 

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#4,152
Does anyone have a great SA at the boutiques? Mine left and now I need a good one. Not having much luck for follow through from any I've spoken to. I am stricltly by phone because I don't have a store by me. You would think it would be easier then this
 
#4,153
hi everyone,
i am new to balenciaga bags. i have been saving up for a very long time and am considering purchasing the city bag in black.

i was just wondering whether it is worth it and if this is a timeless bag and will always be in style.

thanks so much
 
#4,154
rose26 said:
hi everyone,
i am new to balenciaga bags. i have been saving up for a very long time and am considering purchasing the city bag in black.

i was just wondering whether it is worth it and if this is a timeless bag and will always be in style.

thanks so much
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I'm no expert but I bought a black city for my first Balenciaga bag. I felt it was a timeless. It's been around for a while and hopefully continue to be. I think it's worth it :smile1:
 
#4,155
Try ******! I have bought from them multiple times. Their bags are brand-new, authentic and a few hundred dollars less than other retail sites. They also send out coupons to their newsletter subscribers frequently. With a 15% off coupon an RH City would be ~$1,200 and a mGH City would be ~$1,550. I consider this price more reasonable. $1,800 for a RH City is really a ripoff. They depreciate a lot so you don't want to pay more than $1,500 unless it is a limited edition or holy-grail oldie.

They don't always have black in stock so you have to check frequently.

rose26 said:
hi everyone,
i am new to balenciaga bags. i have been saving up for a very long time and am considering purchasing the city bag in black.

i was just wondering whether it is worth it and if this is a timeless bag and will always be in style.

thanks so much
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