How to buy a secondhand designer bag without being scammed
telegraph.co.ukThey’re also a savvy way of investing, as Chanel and Louis Vuitton’s price increases have proved.“We recommend purchasing the Fendi Baguette, as we predict a new wave of popularity which could potentially push the retail and resale price much higher,” says Colin Saunders, CEO of Open for Vintage.
And finally, consider the materials. “Suedes and certain leathers will wear harder and have a more lived-in look,” says Ceanne Fernandes-Wong, the co-founder of Cocoon. “This is personal preference, but they can be harder to resell if that’s what you’re planning.”Her best advice? “Buy a bag you love.
In the end that’s all that matters.”Melissa Twigg, fashion and lifestyle writerThis bag hits all the resale high notes: it’s a rare find, it’s in good condition and it’s on trend – particularly since last year Gucci released a number of new styles with a classic bamboo handle.
Bought new, bags like this cost well over £2,000, so this is a hefty saving on a style that’s unlikely to date. Tamara Abraham, senior fashion editorSince Gabriela Hearst took the creative reins at Chloé in 2020, the label has enjoyed a renaissance, and with that comes revived interest in secondhand Chloé too.
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