What bags do you consider to be "stealth wealth"?

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#121
Bags from places like TJ Maxx. Seriously. I live in one of the wealthiest areas of the US and lots of wealthy people pride themselves on not spending much money, at least not on outwardly visible things.
 
#123
KelseyP said:
Hi all!

I just joined PF so I could ask for your opinions. I can't start my own thread yet but this will do.

I own a lot of bags, collected throughout the years. I have lots of Chanel, Gucci, LV and some Balenciaga. As I read through this thread, I seriously want to purge all my collection (except for my Chanel caviar 2.55) and buy a couple of really good bags that doesn't scream label only quality, but still beautiful of course.

For my first bag, I'm eyeing this Delvaux on Etsy. The price might seem higher for Etsy but compared to Barneys prices, this is definitely cheap. I think the color is perfect, not too bright not too dark. And it looks like it's in mint condition.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/206674...lvaux&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

What do you guys think?
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Kelsey - I also have that Delvaux on my list! HA. If you don't snap it up I just might...
along with every other Delvaux in that shop bc oh my god, they're amazing.
 
#128
tickedoffchick said:
Being from New England, and living in an area where there is a lot of old money (North Shore of Boston) I've met some wealthy people in my time. At least around these parts, though, the old money types practice stealth wealth in a different way -- they're cheap! So I see loads of very affluent women who carry Coach or Longchamps or even (shudders) LL Bean totes. There are a lot of women here who look down at ostentatiousness, even if they can afford it. It's definitely an old money thing though -- I see plenty of LVs and lately, Goyards in certain towns, as well.
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Just discovered and fell in love with Longchamp. At this point for me I am loving carrying it more right now than even my LV or Mulberry. (Still heart my Mulberry though). :-) Longchamp has lovely pieces for the price point.
 
#132
Love this thread! I would say Ferragamo, LV Epi, Tods, Bruno Magli, St. John, and Stuart Weirzman.

Beyond big designer labels, "stealth wealth" evokes New England Prep style. I think of oxford shirts, loafers, LL bean, and other gorgeous (well-made) clothing. I simply love that style.
 
#133
pandorabox said:
Just discovered and fell in love with Longchamp. At this point for me I am loving carrying it more right now than even my LV or Mulberry. (Still heart my Mulberry though). :-) Longchamp has lovely pieces for the price point.
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This is exactly how I view "stealth wealth". Thanks for echoing what I was in my mind.
 
#135
I think Bvlgari bag is stealth wealth especially isabella rosellini bag , Bally bags are so understated, i like them a lot, Cartier -marcello de cartier envelpe bag does not scream label, also bags from Launer and Loro Piana are under the radar in my opinion.
I also think analeena is on par but other people might think diffrently or think it's a bit too bling as her bags are made from crocodile skin, lizard etc and some bags are made with 24 k gold and diamond (special order).
 
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