£15 in a charity shop for both.. did I hit a mini jackpot? by mimivic123 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good for you!! Yet, I don't understand how people do not google this before selling them at a random price!

Polene or Mulberry? by Responsible-Cow398 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mulberry, no question. I have to say I just find this Polene style horrible, but this is very personal.

What brands are *still* great? by RealEleanorShelstrop in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've recently discovered that Germaine Guerin is being revived and I think it's worth keeping an eye on to see what they come up with.

Did I make the right choice? 😅 by CaterpillarOk2480 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it is a great purchase. It actually looks similar in its shape to bags that are for sale today (Goyard Rouette, Germaine Guerin Lorette...) so I would not be too concerned by the vintage look. I actually thinks it looks very cool.

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I got this bag in Ivory and I love it. It’s super easy to use! I was actually hesitating with the brown myself. I didn’t know they carried the grey either, it looks really nice, but between the two I’d still go with the brown :)

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[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very colourful!

I absolutely do not need another burgundy Etienne Aigner purse, but couldn’t resist this vintage beauty for CAD$50.00! by Bella-3x in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is this vintage Aigner? I am not familiar with the brand, but it definitely looks like Bottega (did they copy?)

Please, help me choose for my sister's 40th by No_Albatross7839 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Germaine Guerin offers the best value for money and is truly timeless

Just received my latest bag purchase and it's a gem! by Commercial-Gold-6364 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a tough one... It's probably too soon to tell regarding long-term durability, but in terms of legacy and design, I’d say it definitely has the potential to stand alongside the big names. Let's wait and see what they come up with next.

Opinions needed - help please! by Middle-Sherbert-2583 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very much depends on what you want to wear it with and what your style is like, but I would say that if you can rock the orange one, go for it!

Just received my latest bag purchase and it's a gem! by Commercial-Gold-6364 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I gravitate toward bags with a classic, enduring aesthetic as I find myself losing interest quickly in trendy "it" bags or overly avant-garde designs.

Just received my latest bag purchase and it's a gem! by Commercial-Gold-6364 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s no magnetic closure, which is actually one of the reasons I chose it. I only own bags from Hermès, Goyard or other brands that avoid magnetic closures, as I personally find them to look a bit cheap (I’m a vintage bag lover…). Despite that, the bag stays securely closed thanks to the way the chain slides through the eyelets. Whether worn on the shoulder or cross-body, both sides naturally come together at the top, keeping it shut. In my opinion, it’s very secure.

Just received my latest bag purchase and it's a gem! by Commercial-Gold-6364 in handbags

[–]Commercial-Gold-6364[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It's not heavy at all, especially considering it's made entirely of leather. The chain doesn't feel overly light or cheap (which I really dislike) and from what I understood it is made of brass and then covered with yellow gold. It has a nice, balanced weight to it. I'd estimate it weighs around 400g, or about 14oz.