When you are buying handbags, or any other item for that matter, the bottom line is to make sure you are getting value for your money. If you are paying a good price, the handbag should be of good quality. This is why you need to carefully check any product before you decide to take out your credit card.
The strap is another important part of the handbag that you should check. The strap is what will allow you to carry the bag with ease. In addition, it is the part that will bear the burden of the weight of the bag. Check that it is not cracked. It should also have high quality thread stitching and a proper finish.
Of course, there's always an exception, look at Lindsay Lohan and Shauna Sands, they kill me with how beat up their purses look.When does buying previously loved make sense? When:
1. You missed out on a particular style or color and must now have it.
2. You like the purse, but don't LOVE it
3. You want the designer look, without the designer price tag
4. You want to be green and recycle.1. MISSED OUT ON A MODEL:
A dear friend of mine missed out on the Dior purple lamb leather plisse purse circa 2008 (I believe) and is now on the hunt for the purse. Another friend missed out on the Gucci Britt tote and after almost a year of looking for it, recently scored
Nike Shox Torch 3! This year, I finally scored my first Gucci Blondie, the last of the Tom Ford designs for Gucci from 2004. If you missed out on particular model or recently discovered a particular designer line or color and must now have it then buying previously loved is the way to go!
Next, check the zipper; it is a very important part of the handbag. Try zipping the bag close and then opening it again. Do this 5 or 6 times. You want to make sure the zipper is good quality and that it zips open and close smoothly. If the zipper keeps snagging or will not close properly, forget the handbag; it is not worth carrying since it will not keep your stuff hidden from public view. Even more important
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Most make a conscious effort to keep the interior clean. I for one carry pens wrapped in Ziploc bags (thanks to a tip learned from friend CSP) in my purse. Others send their purse babies to the purse hospital on regular basis. For example, I send some of my purse babies to the manufacturer on a yearly basis to get a tune-up, such as getting re-dyed if the leather oxidizes or if there if the leather gets snagged. Others make it a point to rotate their purses often to avoid corner wear and most store those purse babies in their dust bags and stuff them to ensure they keep their shape.
Let us assume you are shopping for a new handbag and you see one with a gorgeous design. What is your first impulse? If it is to grab it and head straight to the counter -- stop right there! First, you need to examine the color and brand. Then continue with the small things like the buttons, pockets, and latches. If the bag has buttons, check all of them; the buttons should be tightly tucked.
The interior of the handbag is another thing you need to thoroughly check. The lining needs to be in a color that compliments the main color. Also, the lining tends to have several seams so check to make sure that there are no loose stitches.
Handbags are typically constructed by stitching the parts together so thoroughly check the stitching. The inside and outside of the bag will show threads but make sure the surface threads are clean and have been properly cut. Aside from stitching, manufacturers also use glue to put together some parts of the handbag. For instance, glue might be used to bind the strap with the bag. Gently pull the strap from the bag to check if it is glued well.
When it comes to women's fashion accessories, handbags are among the most important. When you are shopping for a new handbag, what is the first thing you consider before making a decision? For most women
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Certainly brand, design, and color are things to consider when you are shopping for handbags. However, no matter which bag you are considering to buy, it is important that you examine it thoroughly -- from the zipper and the smallest buttons to the strap, stitching, and surface.