Our checklist
What to to think about if you wish to sell your designer bag with us.
- Authenticity cards. Authenticity plastic cards add value but are also easily faked. Not all
designer bags come with a card. Hermès bags never come with a plastic card. Several
designerbrands only add a small paper card with numbers that has no relation to the id /
production number. For Chanel bags the authenticity card number has to correspond to the numbers on the
hologram sticker inside the bag. Otherwise the card has no value.
- Boxes. Original boxes add value, but the box must be in good shape. If corners are torn and
lids broken the box is of no value.
- Clean inside. Use a dry cloth to wipe off inside lining, even vacuum, especially if you have
animals as their hair tend to stick to softer material linings.
- Dustbag. Only the original dustbag add value to the bag’s price when selling.
- Empty pockets. Remove old lipstick, pens and other small bits and pieces from both inside
and outside pockets.
- Provenance. Remembering, and sharing, the bags history is always of interest and give added
value when selling.
- Receipts, Receipts proves authenticity. We never share the receipt with the buyer however
we appreciate having seen it.
- Repairs. Do not repair or try to clean the bag yourself. A repaired bag keeps its value only if
the repairs are made by professional craftsmen, alternatively the brand’s inhouse customer
care / spa.
- Store. When not using the bag store it flat or hang it on a hook. If you hang the bag, stuff it
with plastic, avoid old newspapers as it stains the lining. If you have the dustbag - use it.
- Wear. Inevitably bags that are used show wear. Take care when throwing your bag in your
bicycle basket or using it in your daily whereabouts.
