There are few phone calls more exciting for a handbag lover than the one they receive from their Hermès sales associate telling them that their Birkin has finally come in after months of waiting. Those devoted to the brand know that it is typical to have to purchase various…
How to Authenticate a Dior bag with LOVEthatBAG
I’ve been remiss darlings, I promised you an authenticity guide featuring some of the most notable labels and it’s been woefully long since I last posted some tried and true tips for authenticating your next designer bag. When turning to the pre-loved market, its important to be informed not just…
How to Authenticate a Louis Vuitton Bag with LOVEthatBAG
After the awesome response to the previous two posts highlighting how best to purchase and authenticate pre-owned designer bags (for general tips check here and for a CHANEL specific guide here), I’ve once again asked Alice of LOVEthatBAG to offer her advice on this subject, this time regarding Louis Vuitton. Not only is Alice my own personal bag guru who’s sourced multiple bags for myself and friends, she’s also distinguished herself as one of the premier resellers in North America thanks to her dedication to providing her clients only the best selection of pre-owned new and vintage designer bags. Through her work, Alice has seen
How to Authenticate a CHANEL Bag with LOVEthatBAG
For this month’s article in collaboration with LOVEthatBAG’s owner Alice and my resident bag guru, we’ll be focusing on her top tips for how to authenticate a CHANEL bag. These stunning bags top many a lust list and are truly a luxury item. They are also some of the priciest designer bags on the market with price increases occurring every few years. Since scooping up my first CHANEL bag a few years ago, a classic 2.55 flap bag, its retail price has naturally not stayed the same. However, from beautiful materials to impeccable construction, a CHANEL bag is a worthy wardrobe investment piece. Since many of CHANEL’s bag styles sell out quite quickly and wait lists do not always guarantee you your dream bag, many people turn to re-sale sites to scoop up their dream bag. This can also be a wonderful way…
Top Tips for Buying Pre-Owned Designer Bags from Alice of LOVETHATBAG
It’s hardly a secret that I’m a total bag lover. Take even the smallest scroll through my Instagram and you’ll see countless shots of my own bags and those I’m currently coveting. Many of those bags pictured are actually from LOVEthatBAG. It’s also hardly a secret that I have a major love for this amazing Montreal based site that sells a truly gorgeous selection of pre-owned designer bags. Since starting only a few years ago, LOVEthatBAG has quickly become one of the preeminent online destinations for a highly curated selection of some of the most coveted new and vintage designer bags. I myself am a loyal…
