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While current Chanel bags like the Boy Bag, the Chanel 19, the Filigree Vanity Case, and the Deauville are still hotter than ever on the resale market, the obsession with vintage Chanel pieces like the Camera Bag and the Diana Bag continues. Many aficionados claim the quality of Chanel bags have decreased drastically since the early 2000s, and we can see why this may be true and cause shoppers to consider vintage Chanel. Some vintage Chanel bags were made of even better-quality materials than today, with real 24K gold hardware on many bags produced before 2008. When nowadays it’s just...

“Individuality will always be one of the conditions of real elegance.” - Christian Dior Christian Dior, who was known for his simplistically elegant designs, founded his storied French fashion house in 1946. Prior to launching his namesake brand, Dior worked alongside Pierre Balmain at Lucien Lelong where they designed dresses for the wives of military officers and French collaborators. Dior’s designs were more voluptuous and body-hugging than the boxy, and thus became an expert at creating feminine shapes and silhouettes for any woman of any size. Dior was so dedicated to ensuring every modern woman of the 50s looked impeccable...

Are you considering adding a luxury handbag to your collection but unsure whether to buy new or preowned? Purchasing a designer piece can be scary! Let's explore the benefits of purchasing preowned designer handbags. Saves you money  One of the most significant advantages of buying preowned luxury handbags is the cost savings. Preowned bags are typically priced lower than brand new ones, allowing you to own a designer piece at a fraction of the original price. Some brand pieces like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Hermes to name a few will even appreciate value over time! Sustainable Opting for a preowned...

When it comes to luxury handbags, proper care is essential to maintain their quality and longevity.  That’s why it’s so important you take care of minor or significant imperfections before you take them out of your closet. If you choose to take the bags to your local cobbler, you run the risks of further damaging the items and you may be presented with a huge bill simply because they’re probably experts in shoe repairs and belts but haven’t a clue about pre-owned designer bags by Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Gucci. If your goal is to continue wearing the bag, the safest...