Lockdown and limited access to our favourite stores prompted the realisation that we probably don’t need to buy so much fast fashion. More ethical consumers have emerged, and transient fashion trends have subtly shifted to sustainability and heirloom pieces, according to Jillian Morkan of Legacy Designer Handbags.
Sustainable shopping, and the desire to buy better quality items that will last, is good news for the online retailer of pre-loved handbags too.
“It is hard to beat the thrill and excitement of owning a very special luxury handbag. And the great thing is that pre-owned designer gems are now more readily available, and in good time, now that we’ll all soon be able to get out and socialise again”, Jillian Morkan says.
Designer handbags are made by craftsmen to exceptional standards, so repair and refurbishment is very effective, something regularly undertaken by the Legacy Handbags owner.
It is much easier to perfectly restore a quality bag or wallet, unlike something that is badly made in the first place, and not intended to last, the luxury retailer explains.
For those aching to get their hands on the perfect pouch or a terrific tote, without compromising their values, some fantastic new pre-loved stock goes online this week at Legacy Designer Handbags. https://legacyhandbags.com
Some of the classic styles from the luxury brands and major design houses include;
- A selection of Louis Vuitton key-charms
No longer available to buy from Louis Vuitton, these cost €200-€250 per keyring. They are extremely popular, with a resale value close to their original price; a real investment piece!
- A Chanel Petite Shopping Tote in black caviar leather with gold hardware
This bag was discontinued in late 2013, so is pretty special. It was made approximately around 2005. It comes with its Chanel authenticity card, the original box, original dustbag and a second independent Entrupy authenticity certificate which provides a 100% financial guarantee that the bag is genuine. Priced at €2,300.
- A rare Chanel Single Flap Classic Jumbo in black caviar leather with silver hardware
Priced at €6,600, the Chanel Jumbo is unusual in that it can be worn as a crossbody, unlike the medium flap bag. Chanel no longer make the Jumbo in a single flap; it was discontinued in 2014, making this both a desirable and a rare piece. This bag was made approximately in 2008/2009. It comes with its Chanel authenticity card, the original box and dustbag, and an independent Entrupy authenticity certificate.
- Gucci Marmont Mini Bags
A beautiful leather crossbody with gold-toned hardware that can be worn in three ways. Legacy Handbags has two of these beauties, in both black and red. They come in their original Gucci dustbags and are like new, in absolute mint condition! The normal RRP is €1,690 new, but the Legacy bargain price is just €1,295 for a luxury classic.
Imminent new arrivals include a fabulous YSL Tote and a small Christian Dior Saddle Bag, both of which are currently having some loving attention to restore them to tip-top condition.
There are over fifty pre-loved bags and wallets by luxury labels currently available at Legacy Handbags. The company is also now offering payment plans directly, and through Humm by Flexify, so shoppers can spread the cost into smaller payments.
Legacy Designer Handbags was established in 2019 by Jillian Morkan. Originally a part-time project, sourcing and selling pre-owned designer handbags, Jillian’s full-time marketing job was put on hold during lockdown last year, prompting her to make Legacy Handbags a full-time career.
She also sources unique handbags for clients and organises refurbishment of high-quality vintage bags and heirloom pieces. Bag rescue is close to Jillian Morkan’s heart, and rejuvenating the classics is easier than it sounds and very worthwhile, she advises.
“Piping and the trim on accessories can be repaired or restored. Complete straps or fittings can be newly made, or replaced with genuine hardware from the same label, for an authentic look. Don’t underestimate what a professional restoration expert can do with your favourite luxury items”, she says.
Bags are both meticulously authenticated in person and are verified using the hi-tech Entrupy system. A device is used to examine the bag exterior and interior, date codes, stamps, serial numbers, logos, zips, lining and hardware, and uses an algorithm to precisely compare the images with a database of thousands of authentic versions of the merchandise.
Authentic Gucci, YSL, Chanel, Mulberry and Louis Vuitton bags and wallets, including rare editions, are among the online stock at https://legacyhandbags.com, some of which come as new, or are less than a few years old and barely used.