Kate Spade What's New in Kate Spade Outlets?
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Hi all, New to Kate Spade, as I recently moved and now have an outlet nearby (sort of). Up until now I've strictly looked at Coach.
I was wandering through the outlet and trying to tell if items are leather or not. I noticed that most of the care cards say the item is of fine or finest "materials" (I think that's the word) but they don't say leather. So, is KS outlet mostly "pleather"? It's hard to tell by feeling it.
Also are the items at the outlet made for the outlet? How do you identify retail items?
Thank you for any guidance, New to the brand.
I was wandering through the outlet and trying to tell if items are leather or not. I noticed that most of the care cards say the item is of fine or finest "materials" (I think that's the word) but they don't say leather. So, is KS outlet mostly "pleather"? It's hard to tell by feeling it.
Also are the items at the outlet made for the outlet? How do you identify retail items?
Thank you for any guidance, New to the brand.
I would say almost everything in the outlet is made for outlet. Most items I have purchased are leather and the quality is very good, especially for the price! Make nice with the SA and they can tell you when the best sales are coming up (50% plus 20% is a good one) and enjoy!
Thank you. Why do the care cards say materials instead of leather? Wouldn't they want to advertise that items are leather?
To be honest, I don't look at the care cards lol. Last bag I bought was a nylon backpack (which I love!). When I buy leather I usually go for the thick pebbled leather and you can definitely tell it is real.
I think they use the same care cards for all items. There should be tag inside the item that specifies materials.
I live pretty far from outlets so I’m not familiar with outlet items. But i’ve never had the fortune of finding boutique items at an outlet. KS is really good at sales at their boutiques and online to find deals on those lines. Outlet items are their own style of cuteness that people flock to. Outlet styles of handbags have a code that starts with a W.
KS has always used a wide variety of materials in both their boutique and outlet styles. I really value their creativity in that regard and it has given me the excuse to purchase more. For example my fave wallet, I have in at least 7 different materials.
I suggest looking online at their sale section, sometimes outlet items appear on there. And sign up for their mailing list to get notice of surprise sales. They usually have outlet items but sometimes boutique items. But KS website usually has very detailed specs on their items so that’s a great way to learn about the brand and items on your own time and not have the pressure of sales people.
I hope you have fun exploring Kate Spade!
Thank you, I'm looking forward to learning more a abou the brand. The information you have is very helpful.