The Beauty of Vintage

Etoile Luxury Vintage
2023-03-06T12:00:01+01:00

People tend to turn to the secondhand market for multiple reasons. For those who still haven't switched to buying preloved items, we'll explain why vintage is better.
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New Addiction: Buying Vintage

Buying vintage designer bags has become more and more popular these days. People tend to turn to secondhand for multiple reasons; let it be the quality of the items or the price. And for those who still haven't made to switch to buying preloved items, today we'll explain why vintage is better.

Unique Items

Our favorite luxury brands have designed many gorgeous bags over the years. However, they have also discontinued many of them. So what happens when you fall in love with a bag that came out years ago and that you can't buy in their stores anymore? Buying second-hand is the perfect solution for that.

Although it may be hard to find, if you dig deep there's a chance you'll be able to find the bag of your dreams!

Better quality

We know that when it comes to designer bags, we mostly pay attention to how they look. However, it's also important to check the materials the bag is made off and if the bag is going to last for a long time.

For instance, one of the reasons why people prefer vintage Chanel bags is because the hardware is made of 24K gold, which they stopped using in 2008. Not only do they prefer it because of its better quality, but also because new Chanel bags are more expensive despite not having gold-plated hardware.

Good for the environment

Nowadays it's very important for everyone to contribute to keeping the planet as clean as we can. And luckily, the second-hand market is the perfect place to shop while being more conscious of the environment.

By giving a second use to an item that otherwise would've been thrown away, you're also reducing the number of materials and resources that are used to make a new item. You get a gorgeous preloved designer item while helping saving the planet. A win-win for everyone!

Have your own style

If you're tired of seeing everyone wearing the same clothes and accessories, wearing vintage is the perfect solution to stand out. Not only are you wearing a rare designer bag (or even one that it's not made anymore), but you're also making a statement about your fashion style.

Clothing and accessories are the best way to portray your personality, so go ahead and show the world that you're unique with your vintage designer bag.

Save money

If the reasons listed above are still not convincing enough for you to switch to shopping vintage, this one might seal the deal for you. Buying second-hand is always cheaper than buying a newer item.

You can find reasonably priced designer bags (around 40% less expensive than new ones) that are in good condition and that will last you for a long time. However, since we're talking about brands such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Prada... etc, the prices will still be a bit high, so it's good to stay on the lookout for sales and deals.

Do you have any questions or are you looking for a specific designer item? We are more than happy to help you on our online platforms or welcome you in one of our stores in the center of Amsterdam. Do you want to be kept informed about everything about (vintage) designer? Sign up for our newsletter and we'll be the first to update you on the latest news.

With love,

Silvia