SgBag Tips & Guide

Haute Avenue Discount

2011-11-24T14:06:00.001+08:00

Jess.SG Sale

2011-06-27T09:48:00.001+08:00

Jess.SG Sale

2011-05-09T13:21:00.001+08:00

This vesak day, we are bringing happiness to you!Print the above flyer out to be entitled to a $10 off for all purchases from the 10th - 31st May 2011 at our retail store!You also stand a chance to win a Marc by Marc Jacobs tote bag when you present us with this flyer during your purchase! Alternatively, you can also purchase from us directly from our website and still get a $10 off!

Subject to changes.

Haute Avenue Sale

2011-02-28T19:09:00.002+08:00

Jess SG Sale

2011-02-07T11:52:00.003+08:00

VALENTINE's Special

Looking for a gift for your special one or for your bestfriend on this special week? We are glad to share with you that we are having a promotion upcoming for you!Spend over $300 on regular items in a Single Receipt to receive a $50 discount on your next item!*Promotion valid for in store purchase only.*Valid till 14th February 2011. T&C applies.For more information visit our website at www.jess.sg!

Sale MoltoChic

2011-01-20T15:18:00.001+08:00

Sale by Haute Avenue

2011-01-20T15:16:00.001+08:00

More Websites on Bags

2011-01-20T15:04:00.007+08:00

More websites selling Brand New Discounted Luxury Goods

There have been more websites sprouting out, selling disocunted luxury items. Some websites that I know includes Reebonz, Kepris, Bagsire, LaPrendo and Jess.SG. Also MoltoChic etc.

The brands which they carry includes Prada, Miu Miu, Coach, Kate Spade, Loewe, Gucci, Chanel, Fendi, Juicy Couture, Moschino etc. Most carry a variety of brands and you can hardly see discounted LV. Only spotted a Vintag LV sale in Reebonz once that was snapped up within 15 mins after the sale started.

With the existence of these discounted luxury goods websites, this can only mean, the prices of our branded stuff will be further discounted when we list them for sale. For example, a Prada retailed at $3000 can actually sell at abt $2700 for a very new second hand. But with these, they sell brand new Pradas (RP$3000) at $2500 so meaning the second hand price of the Prada will be pushed down further to $2200 or less.

If you are someone who sells your bag very quickly and do not keep or love them for long, do consider buying from these websites to reduce your loss during the sale of your bags.

Have fun shopping! =)

Reebonz Sale

2010-09-22T18:57:00.000+08:00

Haute Avenue Sale

2010-09-21T19:08:00.004+08:00

Haute Avenue Sale

2010-09-15T15:14:00.000+08:00

Haute Avenue Sale!

2010-09-01T17:34:00.001+08:00

Coach/Kate Spade Sale (Jess)

2010-07-28T15:26:00.000+08:00

Haute Avenue Sale

2010-07-05T10:11:00.002+08:00

Be prepared to queue for good buys...

Salvatore Ferragamo Sale

2010-07-01T15:11:00.001+08:00

From Tualobang!

Salvatore Ferragamo Sale

Prada Perforated Saffiano Tote for Spring

2010-06-24T20:34:00.001+08:00

Prada Perforated Saffiano Tote for Spring

The moment I saw the Prada Perforated Saffiano Tote, I knew I had to share it with you. I first saw it in HK and loved it since I set my eyes on it! I definitely see this as a classy bag for Spring. It’s a shopping tote but it looks just as classy as any other leather hobo or medium bag. It doesn’t deserve to be a shopper but a bag to match a flowing floral maxi dress or a tie dye skirt… the Spring fashion… the works!

For $2.2k, the Prada Perforated Saffiano tote comes with a gold hardware, shoulder straps with rings, a magnetic closure, and best of all… a detachable zip pouch! I love it! The size of this bag is 12 9/10″H x 14″W x 5 9/10″. And of course, this bag is made in Italy. I love it! This bag comes in three colors. I love this caramel color below.

The other colors are…

Jess SG Sales

2010-06-07T12:03:00.001+08:00

Night Bazaar Sales! U will love this as much as I do!! :)

Custom made LongChamp

2010-05-12T13:33:00.001+08:00

My Customised LongChamp!
Waited abt 3 weeks to reach me after ordering!

Branded Sale

2010-05-11T11:45:00.000+08:00

Kate Spade Sale

2010-03-18T11:10:00.002+08:00

Kate Spade sale

Same organiser as previous round: Haute Avenue

Lets Paint The Town GREEN!

Paint the Town GREEN Sale will be on 19 & 20 March at SAFRA Tampines from 9am to 7pm daily!

SAFRA Tampines1/A Tampines Street 92
Bus Service:

From Tampines Interchange: 8, 18, 23, 28, 65, 67

From Paris Ris Interchange: 5, 15, 21, 518

From Bedok Interchange: 168

Kate Spade Sale by Haute Avenue

2010-01-29T14:36:00.003+08:00

Kate Spade Sale by Haute Avenue

The other time, it was at Hola Centre. The sale started on Fri and when I went on Sat, everything was SOLD out. That was how hot the sale is. This time, sale starts at 9am on Friday so I vowed to be there by 9am. But then I woke up a little late so I decided to take cab.

Suay suay.... no cab.. so I had to call cab. By the time I reached, it was 9.30am and cab fee was $18.30!! ANd I saw this blooody long queue. There were like at least few hundreds of people queuing. Standing under the hot sun, I was still thankful it did not rain.

By 11plus, I finally got in. I heard that the queue started as early as 6am! Kaoz... I spotted quite a few nice bags... shortlisted to 3 and then queued for another half an hour to pay. Left at 12 plus.... Overall I think the prices are rather similar to what we can find online in those blogshops...

BUT in comparison to boutique price, they are definitely Good buys.

But I dun think it's worth the time and effort to queue. I won't go again. I hope. hahahaa

Kate Spade Sale

2010-01-25T10:13:00.001+08:00

Sale Sale Sale

Kate Spade up to 75% and it's advisable to turn up on Friday if you want the good deals :)

Possible Fraud

2010-01-22T11:22:00.000+08:00

Thanks to some of my readers.
This is to alert all of you of a possible scammer/fraudster.

Read the thread for more info.

http://deluxemall.com/louis-vuitton/9846-lv-galliera-pm-lv-neverfull-mm-lv-hampstead-mm-warning-fraud-9.html

Please do not buy bags online if you doubt the authenticity. Avoid transferring deposit to people whom you do not know well and the best method is to arrange for meet up at seller's convenience so no deposit is required :)

Hope the above benefits u :)

Sale Sale Sale

2009-12-27T13:39:00.001+08:00

Dior is having their sale up to 60% and so is Celine.

Celine at DFS has sale from 30-50% too.

Takashimaya is also having additional 10% discount till 30 December 2009. I saw lots of people in Bally and Coach.

So I guess they are having massive sales too.

Oh yes and Kate Spade too. Do grab brands like LongChamp at Takashimaya too :) 10% + 10% at least! :)

Enjoy your shopping =)

Gucci Sale

2009-12-03T09:23:00.003+08:00

Singapore's Gucci Sale has started!

About 30% off seasonal items.... pink, purple, brown colours.....

Get additional 10% off by charging to your Takashimaya Credit card!(1-6 Dec 09 only)

Additional Tip: Buy Takashimaya Vouchers online at 10% off. u get 30% + 10% + 10%!!

Example a bag retailed at $1500, 30% = $1050. By using Taka credit card, u get additional 10% off = $945. Buy $940 of Taka Vouchers at $846. Pay with $940 taka vouchers and $5 charged to card. Meaning total u only pay $846+$5 =$851 for a $1500 bag.

Cheem? hahaa

Choosing Big Bags

2009-11-23T16:21:00.007+08:00

Choosing Big Totes/Bags

Some people like small bags. Like them light and easy to carry. Wheras some people like huge bags. Big bags. Large totes! :)

I am someone who like tote bags which are at least A4 size too. Cos I am one who dumps lots of stuff when I go out. A LV Card holder, a Prada wallet, few packets of tissue paper, comb, keys, some cosmetics (eyebrow pencil, lipstick), Gucci coin purse, iPhone and my Sony Ericsson W995. Sometimes I tug in an umbrella, some shopping vouchers, my IB token with a forever friends keychain as well as lip balm and PSP... etc etc...

Big bags are good. For me. I like big bags. Especially those that can be carried on the shoulder. :)

But if you do not choose your bag well, you end up with bruises on your shoulder or shoulder ache .... sighs....

There are a few things to look out when buying big bags. Especially when you intend to maximise the space in the bag. 3 main things to look out.

1) Material

2) Base

3) Straps

First, Material. Usually I do not choose very thin or flimsy material. LV canvas is good. Gucci fabric is also ok. I think the Gucci and Princy totes are quite ok to carry. But not Prada's parachute material. or perhaps Long Champ. Because the bags go out of shape within very thin material and will look awful when u carry lots of odd shaped objects in the large bag. An example of a shapeless bag, a canvas tote.

Next, Base.

A big bag with a base, maintain the shape of the bag very well. So many people buy base shapers for their LV Speedy, Longchamp and LV Neverfull. Hard base prevent the bag bottoms from slagging... and prevent wears and tears better.

Last but not least, Straps.

A very good life example was my friend's Neverfull GM. She dumped all her baby accessories (Diapers, wet tissue, milk bottles, hot water thermo flask, cold water etc) into her Neverfull GM and they fit nicely. She let her maid carry the bag (with no ill intentions) and she carried the baby.

A week later, the maid said: "Madam, look at my shoulders!" (And she showed the bruises on her shoulder to my friend). My friend was shocked and immediately switched to another diaper bag. Poor Maid. The bag was then sold off through BagSG hahaa

To carry a large bag, first of all, bag must not be very heavy even when empty. The straps are very important as it's the direct contact of the bag and the carrier.... Do not hurt yourself. Choose broad flat straps, and avoid thin straps. Thin straps can cut u when u carry heavy bags. An example of a comfortable strap is the LV Galleria or Gucci Jolicuoer.

*The above post is solely the author's personal views and opinions and meant no malice against any brands or bags.

Banned

2009-11-20T16:38:00.002+08:00

Frankly Speaking...

I am been banned from alot of forums. :p
Cos I keep advertising my BagSG site in the forums to invite both buyers and sellers. The bags on the website are mostly not mine. I just want to gather all the branded bags lovers in my site so that we all can buy and sell here. :)

Some forums kicked me for advertising. Some banned me for NO reason. There is one forum, which no links are allowed, banned me for no reason. When I emailed them for a reason, they don't even bother to reply! Quite rude huh?? I was pretty sure I did not advertise in that forum! Well, never mind. How many nick names and email addresses can they barred? Try me :p

And know what? When they first started, they allowed links, don't have restrictions etc and it was such a friendly forum. Then as time goes by, the moderator got proud and sucky... restrict this and that etc...

Seriously I think we should all be nice to one another since we all love BRANDED bags.... no need to be hostile or act like competitors. I am not making money out of my site too so why the need to kick me? Maciam I earn commission from my sellers.... I do this at my free time and earn no comission from the sales, yet some people still complain why they got no or little response from their listing?

I can list down some reasons.

1) Bag model not popular (Low demand)
2) Price too high (Who want pay $1900 for a bag retailed at $1970?)
3) No receipt/dustbag/stains
4) Listing being pushed down after I make new posts ( I cannot make everyone's listing stay on top)
5) Ambigious authenticity
6) Blur photos

etc etc

so please don't blame me when your bags do not sell. I am trying my best.... :)

In order to get more people to our site, WORD OF MOUTH is very important! Please invite more friends/colleagues/relatives/classmates to BagSG so that more people know about this website and increase the chances of selling our bags. :)

Let's try increase the visitorship to BagSG ya :)

Love,
Elaine

Dior Bag

2009-11-06T13:22:00.003+08:00

I was shopping at Ion when I spotted this!

From the web:

Lady Dior Cannage Bag is one of the Dior’s easily recognizable item, and always in the dream list of most ladies. The style with classic and timeless Cannage stitching and metallic Dior lettering signature is also favored by English Diana princess, thus we also consider it as the Diana Bag. While, due to its greatly elegant look, it is not practical for office ladies and daily use, in my opinion.

If you are a person who are crazy for the cannage style, then you could try the newly released Dior Charming Lock for tge Fall 09 Collection. It features luxurious satin design with a quilted texture, bright silver hardware and mixed chain-link and leather straps. Do you remember the Dior Charming in Fall 08? During that time, the style is widely popular among young customers. Now, based on the look of Cannage, the bag spacially combines fashion of tradition and modern, and adds the unique charming lock closure. From the appearance, we can realize that the functional one with lightness and youth will be the next must-have one of Dior.

BagSG:
The retail price for this bag in Ion is about $16XX. I think it's quite a good buy and it's classy. Not really suitable for early 20s but will suit late 20s to early 40s.... :)

Or u like Big Totes?

Check this out!
Dior Charming Cannage Large Shopper (Extracted from HERE)

Christian Dior products are unique, with excellent designs that appeal to almost everyone. These products continue to be best sellers year after year, season after season.If it is the first time for you to purchase a Christian Dior Designer handbag, do not be surprised with the expensive price tags. It’s not unordinary for these designer handbags to be priced expensively, costing several hundred dollars or over a thousand bucks per handbag! One of the more popular bag choices, the Gaucho denim saddlebag, retails for $1,200! It may be too much for most of us, but keep in mind that you are purchasing an excellent quality item. Dior Charming Cannage Large Shopper available for $1075 at eluxury.com.

Juicy Couture

2009-11-03T17:09:00.003+08:00

Juicy Couture

A brand which I think is very unique. Some people like it and some people don't. I fancy the baby pink colours, the material of the bags and the chic accessories....

From Wikipedia:

Juicy Couture is a contemporary line of both casual and dressy apparel based in Arleta, California, founded by Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor. Now owned by the Liz Claiborne fashion company, Juicy is known for their signature velour tracksuits as well as other clothing and accessories.

Fome Youtube, some videos of someone showing off their Juicy stuff :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akb6zYDH89M&feature=fvw

And

Kate Spade Sale

2009-10-29T10:36:00.002+08:00

Kate Spade Sale!

Lulu Guinness

2009-10-19T14:04:00.003+08:00

Lulu Guinness

I came across this brand when I was shopping in a shop that rent out boxes to people. The wallets were very nice and I thought that this brand sounds cute.... Then I see, WAH!! a wallet costs $300+++.....
Pic courtesy from http://www.luluguinness.com

Then I saw my boss using a Lulu Guinness wallet.... so chio... the 3rd time I saw it was a pair of Specs from Paris Miki.... and I told myself, I MUST OWN A LULU GUINNESS!! hehee

History of Lulu Guinness (Click to read)

And from Wikipedia..

Lulu Guinness (born 1960) is a well-known British accessories fashion designer.

In 1989, Lulu designed her first handbag – a patent briefcase with lots of clear pockets and bright suede lining. The piece is sold through Liberty’s and Joseph in London. After this great success, Lulu begins designing handbags full time and opens an office and work studio in her home. She opens a collaborative store on Elizabeth Street in London with Selina Blow and the Jackson’s. In 1995, the first of her world famous collectable handbags is designed and called the ‘Original House’ with hand embroidery on black satin with a red suede roof.

The first Lulu Guinness stand-alone store is opened on Ledbury Road in Notting Hill. Small, but perfectly formed, the shop attracts favourite customers, Madonna and Jerry Hall. An office is opened simultaneously below the shop. She also starts selling to Far East companies including Lane Crawford in Hong Kong. Expanding quickly, 1998 sees Lulu join the Knightsbridge fleet, with a new shop opening in Ellis Street, just off Sloane Street and a New York store in Bleecker St in 2000. Quickly other accessory and design opportunities occur and Lulu starts designing hosiery and socks exclusively for the Japanese market. Lulu launches umbrellas, shoes, scarves, sunglasses and collaboration with The Rug Company, which ensures glamour girls around the world look to Lulu Guinness in their mission to be perfectly suited from head to toe. In 2003, Lulu holds an exhibition at Sotheby’s, London, celebrating her collectable limited edition along with her first limited edition fragrance. In the same year Lulu opens the first stand-alone shop in Tokyo’s Roppongi Hills.

2004 sees Lulu diversifying into a stationary range is launched for the US market and the first store opens in Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur’s KLCC Isetan.

Over the following years, Lulu launches an optical range of glasses in the USA and collaborates with Stratton to make a small collection of compacts for the UK. The second stand-alone store opens in Japan in Osaka’s Nu Chyamachi building. Lulu’s first marketing campaign hits the streets of London in the form of 10 classic London taxis dressed in Lulu Guinness’ lilac with classic sayings. Lulu takes her customer to bed with the launch of her bed linen collection, exclusive at Harrods for the launch prior to distributing to other luxury retailers. Lulu opens the lower ground floor of her Ellis Street shop with a beautiful bed linen retail showcase.
2006 sees rapid growth and Lulu brings her sunglasses and optical range to London with a launch at Vision Express in Oxford Street. Lulu also launches an exciting luxury Italian handbag collection, called ‘Couture’. Exquisitely detailed modern day classic handbags made in leather and other sumptuous materials bring the real definition of luxury to the world of Lulu Guinness fans.

Lulu renovates her website - www.luluguinness.com - bringing customers the latest information on the brand, with special insight into the world of Lulu and a cool new shop online. Lulu designs and launches a small Couture costume jewellery collection with gold plated pearl and multi colour collars – a perfect mix of vintage chic plus Lulu’s wit. In the same year, Lulu is awarded an OBE from her Majesty the Queen, for her great contribution to British fashion.
In 2007, Lulu launched her mainline jewellery collection incorporating her signature lips and lipsticks into pendants and charms. As desirable as her handbags, celebrities and fashionistas are quickly seen adorned with Lulu's fabulous jewellery.

Lulu's luxurious bed linen range expands to beautifully embroidered silk cushions and throws, which are designed to be used to accessorize and style the entire home.
In the last year 2008, Lulu started a new Master License agreement with Itochu Corporation for Japan. In addition to continuing her already popular umbrellas, parasols, wallets, and handkerchiefs made especially for Japan, Lulu is very excited to launch gloves, belts, towels and jewellery for AW08. A garden party at the British Embassy in Tokyo celebrated the partnership with Itochu Corporation.

Lulu launches a new umbrella collection in conjunction with British manufacturer Fulton Ltd. Her glamorous and witty designs prove to be perfect for adorning umbrella canopies, becoming a "must have item" for 2008.

Free Gucci Clutch!

2009-10-16T13:06:00.001+08:00

Free Gucci Envelope Clutch!!

Numero Tokyo November 2009 @ cost price SGD$23/copy

I spotted this deal at a forum... and was told it was out of stock.

Can try Kinokuniya for this magazine. :)

Bagaholic

2009-10-16T11:52:00.000+08:00

There is always someone better out there....

I noticed a blog about a guy recently. He is a BRANDED BAGS GURU and I would like to introduce you to read his blog.

http://bagaholicboy.blogspot.com

A very Wow.. deep insight into many brands and I am like a sand compared to a mountain :)

If u love bags, you will love reading his blog :)

Branded Vs Brandless

2009-10-16T11:42:00.002+08:00

Felt like blogging on Branded Vs Brandless today ....

Branded

I bought a Prada Wallet. The gold lettering faded and the store was able to do a Free Replacement for me. Any problem with the stitching, would also be included. LV provides services to change their bags linings and straps etc for a fee. And Seriously BRANDED bags do have better quality generally. We pay more not only for the BRAND but for the assurance and quality too.

Brandless

I bought 3 Brandless bag a few weeks ago. Love the series and I bought 3 of them at 1 go. Upon reaching home, one of the buttons feel off. Becos I bought 3, I did not check all 3 bags thoroughly and fail to see the defect. When I contacted the shop, they refused an exchange. Then I regretted buying the bags. :(

Really unhappy but guess it's my mistake for not checking on the spot. And my mistake for being greedy... hahaa and my mistake for not buying BRANDED! kekee...

My Love for Brands

2009-10-15T11:24:00.003+08:00

My Love for brands started when I was in Secondary School.

Heard of Sonia Rykiel?? Chantal Thomass? Jean Paul Gaultier (JPG)?? Those were the "Ah Lian" Days when most branded bags were carried by the "Ah Lians". I was not very rich then so I owned only 1 Sonia Rykiel bag and a Chantal Thomass wallet. The prices were around $100 - $300 for the brands and it took me a few months of part-timing before I could afford them!

There were other brands like Hunting World, Armani, Versace! I wonder if you have ever heard of them?? Well of course these designer brands are still around... just that most Singaporeans are crazy over 2 brands now; LV and Gucci.

Everywhere on the street or train, you see someone carrying a LV or Gucci. I guess the craze came from the availability of the replicas in Pasar Malam years back. Sad to say, I started with Fakes too... No choice as I love the designs and yet cannot afford them .....

So talking about me, I bought my first LV Speedy 25 from Yahoo Auctions at about $600 few years back. $600 was not a small sum for someone who used to carry fakes, or use some other cheaper range of bags. I was all along a BAG Addict. I love bags, all kind of bags and I especially like a brand call NEVE when I was younger. Those could be found in those market stores but I love them all the same...

A $600 LV made me crave for a $800 bag.... then I sold my Speedy and invested in another bag... I forgot which bag but I was crazy over LV for at least 2-3 years. Almost all the bags that they have in the below $2000 range, I almost owned them all. Speedy, Batignolles Horizontal, Lockit Horizontal, Brera, Tivoli, Mini Monogram speedy, Hampstead, Saleya, Duomo, Paillion, Alma, Troubille, Deauville, and even Neverfull. Many more I cannot remember.

If you think I am rich, nope I am not. I sold off some of the bags which I do not use anymore and then invested in new loves... so thats why I did not spend much in my bags addiction. Well it's definitely more than $20k over the years but it has brought me immerse pleasure and happiness being able to buy the bags I love.

In the past, Yahoo Auctions was a good avenue for me to sell and buy bags... but then it's up to you to judge authenticity and I thank God that I had never met any conman yet..... then Yahoo closed down and it was hard finding another place to sell my bags, that was also why I started my own portal BagSG to let like-minded friends buy and sell branded stuff.

Well I got to go.... will blog more about my addictions and experiences when I am free :P

Love
Ling

Creative Baking

2009-10-13T14:38:00.003+08:00

Branded Cakes

Today I received an email. From some baking class. Sharing the pics attached cos it's cute.

To learn how to make it, you can check out:

http://www.creativehomebaking.blogspot.com/

Coach, Buy Real OR Fake?

2009-10-12T15:08:00.000+08:00

Would you spend $100 on a fake Coach bag when you can buy an authentic one for $300?? It's about 1/3 of the price and of lower quality.

I wonder why are there so many fake Long Champs and Agnes B? The actual bags cost about $200+- and there are lots of imitations in the market. My neighbour said she bought a fake Long Champ bag for 199 Baht and it's about $8 sing dollars. Maybe that is a good buy. But who would spend $60-$90 on a fake Long Champ?? Well Some people are selling fake longchamps in JB...for that kind of price. Sighs...

Coach is actually a good buy because of the availabilty of Factory Outlet in the US. Everyone who goes US, will return with Coach wristlets for S$50? Bags for S$150+? It's considered branded still and some of its designs are nice. I would say the trend of wristlets started with COACH. Everywhere u go, you can see someone using a Coach wristlet. Buy an authentic Coach bag. Priced at average $500 - $800 for a bag in Singapore, and about 30% cheaper in US, I am sure alot of us can afford. Why buy fakes? Lousy metal rings that rust, fabric that tears easily and stitches that open easily.....

Buy an AUTHENTIC Coach today.
Support authenticity, check out BagSG.

Buying Authentic Or Fake?

2009-10-12T10:57:00.002+08:00

BagSG's tots of the day

I was in JB during the weekend. I was shopping around in Holiday Plaza in JB and was WOWed by what I saw. Many shops selling imitations openly. Guess it should be "legal" since they existed for so long... and know what? They give LV paperbags for LV bags that u buy.... Same colour but of course, poor quality paper.

I saw this lady who was dressed like a rich lady, walking out of the shop, after she paid for a awful looking imitation LV Galleria GM. The stitching of the bag was awful and so is the colour and material. Perhaps she got it at a real bargain?? So maybe RM30 for such a lousy bag would be reasonable.

I walked into the shop and pretended to ask the price. GOSH... RM350 after disount! So kind of the lady to offer me such a "good" discount! Why would anyone pay this kind of money for a lousy replica?? Ok.. I would rate that lady RICH!

Why Buy Branded??
Well personally I feel that I buy branded to look good and feel good. Besides the face value, branded items usually have very good quality leather, material, stitching and even warranty. I just bought a Prada wallet few months ago and the gold lettering actually faded. The Prada boutique was able to offer me a FOC replacement for my wallet. That is why I want to support buying AUTHENTIC items..

Frankly speaking, I used to own a few replicas when I was younger... and none of them lasted. Loose stitches, broken straps, peeling off of the leather etc.. YUCKS!

So if you do want a good quality branded bag, support AUTHENTICITY. Report those who sell fakes, especially those who claim their fakes are REAL.

Stats - Sep - Oct 09

2009-10-06T15:52:00.000+08:00

This is the past statistics for 6 Sept - 4 Oct 09.

The BagSg blog is very popular and many bags priced well, sell very fast. Popular designs in high demand sell like hotcakes. I could post in the morning and by noon, seller would inform me that item is sold. Wow! :)

Source: Nuffnang

Free tote Bag (Marc by Marc Jacobs)

2009-10-05T17:29:00.003+08:00

Want to get a Marc by Marc Jacobs Tote for free?

Purchase a Marc Jacobs Magazine from Kinokuniya at $27.50 and get a wonderfully big and chic tote FREE! In other words, you pay $27.50 for a FREE Marc Jacobs Bag :) Wonderful isn't it?

To add on to it, this is a limited edition bag. Collect yours now! :)

Above Pic courtesy of 8tokyo.

Miu Miu Re-introduced

2009-09-17T13:22:00.003+08:00

Miu Miu

(From wikipedia)

Miu Miu is positioned as the daily-oriented, younger clothing line from the Prada fashion house, opened in 1992 and headed by Miuccia Prada.The name of the collection is taken from Miuccia Prada's nickname.

BagSG:
Somehow Miu Miu gives me a moimoi feeling... it's a girly feel mixed with class and style... The logo of miu miu is cute... and the designs are usually very versatile.... I especially love the soft lambskin of some Miu Miu bags.... and the crumpled designs of the "sofa seats" bags like how my hubby describe... It's not too flashy and yet is stylish to carry for both work and casual... Would call it bold yet feminine...

More Miu Miu bags discussions here:

http://www.purseblog.com/miu-miu-handbags/

How to Store your Branded Bags

2009-08-21T11:01:00.005+08:00

Tips to take care your beloved Bags

Tip #1 : Do not flatten your bags

I have lots of bags and my friends always ask me how I keep my bags.

I feel that it's important not to flatten the bags. For example, it would be advisable to buy a stuffing pillow to keep your bag stuffed and store it. This way, it maintains the shape of your bags. Budget constraint? I read in some website that you can actually use your old clothes. Choose acid-free stuffings.

Example of stuffings available for sale at http://interesthing.com/

Tip #2 : Keep your bags in dust bags

It would be good to keep your bags in the dustbags given. This will prevent the bags from sticking to the cupboards over time and transferring colour from two bags. If you lost your dustbag, replace with another one or sew your own cloth bags :) Someone suggest using a pillow case cover as a dustbag too!

Tip #3 : Stay away from moth repellant

This is a tip I got from a forum. It was stated that Moth balls cause the monogram canvas to wear prematurely, resulting cracks. This is a common mistake where it comes to storing your LV bag, so next time before you store your bag in the cupboard, make sure you remove the moth balls first.

Tip #5: Use a Base Shaper

Use a base shaper for your big bags with broad base. Especially LV Speedy,LV Neverfull and Longchamp bags... available commercially as well as you can recycle the shaper of the older bags that you do not use anymore... I used to make my own from cardboard and customised the shape and size myself.

Tip #6: How to clean your bag?

Don't just use any weird leather cleaning products you find in the supermarkets etc... I was told that Apple Care works.. It's the recommended product for LV etc

Apple Brand leather care is an established manufacturer of high quality
cleaners, conditioners and protectors for natural and man-made materials.We are
currently making this product available at our website for your purchase.

If you want to buy, you can get it at Bag laundry too.

More cleaning tips that I found online:
(Includes Burberry, Coach, Gucci, LV)

BagLaundry

Reasons to buy from BagSg...

2009-08-20T08:10:00.001+08:00

Reasons to buy from BagSg...

Why buy preloved or second hand? Let me justify for you.

Jane buys a LV speedy direct from boutique for $1090. Her sister bought a good condition speedy online from one of BagSG's seller for $750. Both girls carry the same bag and wowed their friends for carrying a branded bag. Same effect, same use if bag but different price they paid. Both used their bags and got tired of the bags and decided to sell them away.

Bag is valued at $600 for their used condition and Jane made a loss of $490! Wheras Jane's sister only lost $150. What do U think?

Another scenario...

Cecilia buys a Chanel direct from boutique for $3300. Kate bought a good condition Chanel (same model) from one of BagSG's seller for $2700. Both girls carry the same bag and wowed their friends for carrying a branded bag. Same effect, same use if bag but different price they paid. Both used their bags and got tired of the bags and decided to sell them away. Bag is valued at $2800 for their used condition and Cecilia made a loss of $500! Wheras Kate made $100 from the sale!!

What say you? :)

Buy and Sell Authentic Branded Bags from http://BAGSG.blogspot.com .....

Chanel 2.55 Jumbo in Caviar with Silver hardware

2009-08-06T14:55:00.003+08:00

Chanel Jumbo

Chanel is in! I see more Chanel in. Perhaps all along Chanel is in but has always been out of my budget. Jumbo is in now. More people are buying 2.55 JUMBO version because you can put more stuff in! Chanel bags are always elegant and has a classic look. You never look outdated carrying a Chanel... many years down the road, you won't regret owning this Chanel too.

In my opinion, Caviar is good. In face better than lambskin. Easier to maintain and cheaper than lambskin too. The above bag in lambskin will cost about $4.9k in SG. Caviar will be $4.6k. Not easy to have scratches too.

More findings online:

They are uniquely styled handbags that give enough space, comfort and elegance to the wearer.
Made from the white leather and embossing checks, these bags are a perfect blend to any party and occasion. Just like the others White Chanel Handbags, as well jumbo bags are also a complete party and office solution, and come with decorated in attractive chain and leather straps.

Space is not at all a problem with these awesome and highly appealing handbags. When you buy one of these Chanel Jumbo Handbags , you get dust-free, hologram card and much more. It is comfortable and can be either carried in hand or worn on shoulder.

The quality of leather used in making the handbags is entirely stain and water resistant. Furthermore, because of high level of durability, the designer handbags from Chanel are secure enough to hold precious jewelry with complete safety. And more important their wallets and other accessories are used to use the other things to carry on here.

More features of this Chanel Jumbo Handbag
Jumbo sized 8.5” in height, and 3.5" in depth.
Measures 12" from the top, corner to corner.
Smooth White Leather Interiors
One Large Pocket with a Zip.
One Large Open Pocket without Flap at the Back.

Tips for Buyers: How to Grab GOOD DEALS

2009-07-16T14:04:00.001+08:00

Tips for Buyers

How to GRAB A GOOD deal?

Visit the website everyday.
Be the first to visit the blog always so that you can spot the good deals and contact the sellers to secure the deal first.

If you are a fussy buyer, why hesitate if someone is selling a flawless brand new bag at a discount? Best if it comes with what you would be getting at the boutique like receipt, dustbag, paperbag…. Grab the bag. There is still savings compared to getting it from a boutique.

If you are not a fussy buyer, many sellers post their bags which has scratches, slightly used or stained or slightly torn etc… at real low prices. Then you can take the chance to bargain and close the deal at a price happy for both buyers and sellers.

A good buy is a Bag with very good condition and priced reasonably. It is also not advisable for buyers to slash prices too low for sellers to counter offer. For example offering $200 for a bag which seller posted at $380 and retail is $700.

To ensure you get an authentic bag, you can either be very experienced to checking the quality, workmanship and codes etc, you can also try to ensure the bag comes with dustbag, receipt etc. Sometimes some sellers may not have a receipt due to misplacing (cos come people may not buy with the intention of reselling) then you can choose to meet the seller at a 2nd hand shop that helps buyers verify authenticity for a small fee.

You also can choose to go to the boutique, check out details of the actual bag and code etc so you can compare when you finally meet the seller to check their bag.

All buyers and sellers can arrange for a “No Obligation” viewing at the convenience of both parties so that buyers can see the bag and the condition for themselves. Once agreeable, the deal is closed, both parties should not bother each other again.

While BagSG™ try our best to differentiate the real sellers from the fake ones, we do not take any responsibility for the transaction between buyers and sellers.

We hope you can enjoy your purchase online and save money in this economy crunch yet carry your favourite brands :)

See tips for Sellers here: http://bagsg.blogspot.com/2009/07/tips-for-sellers.html

Tips & Instructions to Sellers

2009-07-16T11:47:00.003+08:00

Instructions & Tips for Sellers

How to Post your bags for Sale in the Blog?

How to Sell your Bags Faster?

Take photos of the bag (5 photos per item maximum).
If you are using a very good digital camera, please assist to downsize the pics to smaller pics, else it’s very hard to upload them.
Email the pics to bagsg@hotmail.com with description (including purchase details, whether item comes with receipt? Dustbag? Condition?) and contact details. (Contact can be Mobile numbers or email addresses).

Usually sharp photos can display the condition of your bags better and they do sell faster than poorly taken pics. Buyers usually want to see pictures from the front, back, insides of bag and perhaps pictures of stains/scruffing.

Detailed description can include measurements of bag, condition, colour (if unclear), what does the bag comes with (receipt, dustbag, paperbag, accessory etc) and also purchase date and reason for selling. If your price is negotiable, you can state so and do expect many bargaining from interested parties. If your price is fixed, you can state so and this would minimize the bargaining (but still expect some).

There is some kind of market rate for Preloved Authentic Branded items. Not determined by me but by the mass market who sells their preloved branded bags. Usually the resale value for Chanel and Louis Vuitton is higher compared to Gucci and Coach. I guess this is partly because of the “No Discount” by LV and ever “popular” increasing prices…..

A Brand new LV that retails for $1000 can be sold for about 10-20% discount for best results. (Depending on model and exclusivity) As many buyers can buy Coach from US and at a much cheaper rate, usually a Coach that retails for $800 in local stores can only fetch maximum $500.

For more information and authentication, you can visit The Purse Forum to ask for more help from the other experienced Branded Bags buyers. I also feel it's easier to sell your bag online and minimise selling to 2nd hand shops. 2nd hand shops push your bag prices real low... :( and that is why I set up this channel :)

The above is only a general guideline from my own experience :)

These would minimize enquiries and help buyers access your bag easier. Good Luck in Selling your bags :)

Introducing Louis Vuitton Damier Azur Totally

2009-07-08T13:48:00.004+08:00

For Spring/Summer 2009, a new bag in Damier Azur comes our way.

Its totally chic and totally practical, its the Damier Azur Totally. The bag features a simple yet timeless design that is spacious and functional, it could be used as a city tote, beach bag or even a diaper bag for Moms on the go. Totally's main facet is the exterior rounded pockets on each side of the bag (two on PM and 3 on MM). It also has rounded golden brass hardware, internal flat pockets, a wide opening , and a zipper closure. Totally can be carried on the shoulder with its comfortable natural cowhide leather flat straps.Damier Azur Totally comes in two sizes PM (14" x 9.8" x 5.2") and MM (16.9" x 11.8" x 6.7").

Available at Louis Vuitton for $1330 for PM and MM (price unavailable). Totally is already in the stores.

Info From http://www.ilvoelv.com/2009/02/louis-vuitton-damier-azur-totally.html

Tips on Bags

2009-04-05T23:43:00.001+08:00

Choose the right bag for your body.

Got these tips from the website: http://fashion.about.com/cs/handbags/a/bagforbody.htm

No more unflattering lengths or sizes!

You probably don't give handbags the same scrutiny you give a pair of jeans: if a handbag is cute or fits your lifestyle then it works.

But did you know that a handbag can flatter your shape almost as much as the right pair of jeans? Apply these easy steps to getting bag in proportion to your figure.

It can not only knock off pounds visually (no kidding!), it'll polish up your style in a flash. Shapes Try to choose a shape which is the opposite of your body type.

If you are tall and thin, look for a slouchy, rounded hobo bag to compliment your figure.

If you're short and voluptous, play off opposites by choosing a handbag that is tall and rectangular or long and sleek (like a clutch).
In general, the rounder your figure, the more structured your bag should be. That doesn't mean that you have to carry a hard box around to counterbalance your womanly shape: rectangular or square silhouettes in soft leathers or fabrics will do the trick.
Some popular shapes:
Tote - An open-top bag with straps or handles.
Hobo bag - A crescent-shaped shoulder bag.
Duffle - Tall shoulderbag, often with a wider opening on top.
Field bag - A flap-top shoulderbag with utility-type closure (buckles, snaps, etc).
Clutch - A small, handheld bag (frequently used for evening wear).
Satchel- A large, handheld bag. Baguette - Long and rounded shoulder bag resembling the namesake bread.
Messenger - A large, soft shoulder bag with long straps (often worn across the body).
Cigar Box - A small, boxy, hard bag.
Pouch - A soft, small bag.
Kelly bag - A classic Hermes style named after Grace Kelly; a large, structured handbag with distinctive hardware closures.
Jelly Kelly - No relation to the Hermes original, it's a bright rubber tote.

Scale While the shape should oppose your body type for maximum flattery, the size of the bag should be in proportion to your figure. Think scale here: a woman who is 6 feet tall and a size 14 would look lost with a teensy hand-held bag. A petite size 0 would look overwhelmed by an enormous slouchy bag. In recent years, styles have become smaller and on very short straps which make the bag fit right under the arm at breast level. Close-fitting bags are a great look if you're svelte and want to show off cleavage; not so great if your arms and bust are too large.

How to tell if a shoulderbag is right for you? Try on the bag. If it feels cramped under your arm and constantly hits your breast, it's not for you. A shoulder bag's length (where the bottom of the bag hits your body) will accentuate whatever part of the body it comes near.

For example, a shoulder bag that ends around the hips will play up your hip width (the eye is drawn to the bag). Most women look great with a bag that hits mid-torso because it flatters the waist.
Tips
1. Take time in a store to try on handbags in front of a mirror just like you would apparel.
2. Don't be tempted by trendy shapes that don't suit your figure: there are plenty of great alternatives that will work.
3. Think lifestyle when shopping for handbags: if you're toting diapers and graham crackers, an artsy vintage bag won't hold up

Prices of LV

2009-04-05T23:33:00.002+08:00

Prices in SGD. (Last updated March 2009)

Monogram Canvas
1) Neverfull GM - - $1100
2) Neverfull MM - $1040
3) Neverfull PM - $970
4) Speedy 30 ( M41526 ) - $1080
5) Speedy 25 ( M41528 ) - $1030
6) Pochette Accessories - $475
7) Cles - $2508
8) Mini Pochette Accessories - $370
9) Trouville - $1450
10) Papillon 30- $1450
11) Trotteur - $1030
12) Wapity - $480
13) Pocket Organizer $295
14) Business Card Holder $290
15) Beverly MM $1810
16) Lockit - $1310
17) Alma $1450
18 ) Mini no.e $950
19) Multicles Rabat - $335
20) Popincourt haut - $1430
21) Saumur - $1450
22) Mini pochette accessories trunks & bags - $410
23) Petit no.e - $1240
24) Sonatine - $1020
25) Billfold with 9cc slots - $485
26) Petit bucket-$1530
27) Lockit Vertical - $1530
28 ) Tulum PM - $1890
29) Lockit Horizontal -$1570
30) Passport holder - $345
31) Small Ring Agenda Cover - $445
32) Pochette Wallet - $825
33) Batignolles horizontal- -$1220
34) Porte Valeurs Organiser - $520
35) Montsouris - $ 1840.00
36) Recital - $835
37) Cabas Piano - $1520
38 ) Batignolles - $1060
39) Cigarette case - $295
40) Pochette Cancun - $485
41) Carryall $1750
42) Mini HL - ( M41534 ) -$595
43) Popincourt - $1210
44) Snapped billford and coin purse - $775
45) Brazza wallet- $765
46) Zipped Purse (M61727)- $770.00
47) Zippy Coin Purse (M60067) - $460.
48) Tresor Wallet $810
49) LimeLight Clutch - $2090
50) Mirage Musette - $4450
51) Mirage Speedy - $3100
52) Palermo PM - $1660
53) Tivoli PM - $1540
54) Griet (M55210 ) $2,710
55) Batignolles Vertical - $1220
56) Tivoli GM - $1970
57) French Purse - $910
58) Eva Monogram - $840
59) Montorgueil GM - $1320
60) Montorgueil PM - $1210
61) Palermo GM - $1970
62) Galliera PM - $1850
63) Partenaire PM Agenda Cover - $430

Monogram Multicolore
1) Pochette Accessories - $1030
2) Pochette MM - $540
3) Cles - $465
4) Cellphone strap - $325
5) 4 key holder - $325
6) Wapity Case - $580
7) Speedy - $3300
8)Trouville - $2340
9) Rita - $3300
10) Ursula - $3250
11) Petite no.e - $2610
12) Priscilla - $2380
13) Audra - $2280
14) Alma - $2410
15) Koala wallet - 1130
16) Pochette wallet - 1000
17) Eliza $1550
18) Rift - $1050
19) Shirley - $1410
20) Pochette GM - $680
21) Flat Coin Purse - $530
22) Lodge - $2040
23) Small Ring Agenda Cover - $710
24) Cosy Purse - $480
25) Alexandra Wallet - 1050
26) Griet ( M93555 ) $3,200.00
27) Business Card Holder - $490
28) Zippy Coin Purse - $600

Monogram Vernis
1) Cles - $335
2) Sunset boulevard - $1250
3) Zippy vernis - $1090
4) French purse - $1080
5) Koala wallet - $1080
6) Reade PM - $1150
7) Rosewood - $1430
8) Small Ring Agenda Cover - $505
9) Mini Agenda - $380
10) Ludlow - $590
11) Brentwood - $2320
12) Audra - $2400
13) Bedford - $2040
14) 4 key holder - $360
15) Snap billfold - $1000.
16) Cosmetic Pouch - $565

Monogram Mini Lin

1) Speedy 30 - $1180
2) PM Bucket $1580
3) Saumur - $1660
4) Cles - $270
5) no.e - $ 1660.00
6) LE Cruise 08 Speedy - $1230
7) LE Cruise 08 Marina - $2430
8)Manon MM Ebony/Platine - $1720/ $1900
9) Manon PM Ebony/Platine - $1280/ $1400
10) Manon Mini Pouch Ebony/Platine - $495/ $540
11) Angèle Ebony - $1970
12) Angèle Platine - $2170
13) Pochette Wallet Platine - $950

Damier Canvas
1) Speedy 25 ( N41532 ) - $1030
2) Speedy 30 ( N41531 ) - $1080
3) Mini pochette accessories - $370
4) Pochette accessories - $475
5) Papillon 30- $1450
6) Brazza wallet- $735
7) Navona $590
8) Alma $1450
9) Ribera mini - $1450
10) Saleya PM - $1530
11) Koala wallet - $980
12) Naviglio - $1510
13) Ribera MM $1720
14) Saleya MM - $ 1,710
15) Hampstead MM - $1880
16) Hampstead GM - $ 2,140
17) Zipped Compact wallet - $825
18) Tresor Wallet $810
19) Cles - $250
20) Porte Valeurs Organiser - $520
21) Ravello PM $1190
22) Ravello GM $ 1680
23) Koala Change Purse $520
24) Hampstead PM - $1530
25) Trevi PM - $2410
26) Trevi GM - $2960
27) Business Card Holder $290
28) Florin wallet $720
29) Small Ring Agenda Cover - $445
30) Messenger Melville - $ 1870.00
31) Broadway - $ 1710.00
32) Griet ( N48108 ) $2,710.00
33) Belem PM - $1950
34) Berkeley $2340
35) Damier Saleya GM - $ 1,950
36) Pochette Wallet - $825
37) Brooklyn PM - $1280

Damier Geant Canvas
1) Key and Change Holder in Damier Geant - $395
2) Couguar - $1500
3) Albatros (M93071/3) $2020
4) Souverain (M93015/9) $2860
5) Citadin (M93040/2) $1540
6) Compagnon (M93046/7)$2060

Antigua
1) Pochette Plate PM - $285
2) Pochette Plate GM - $345
3) Cabas PM - $935

Epi Leather
1) Pochette Accessories $610
2) Petit no.e - $1690
3) no.e $1850
4) Speedy 25 $1450
5) Speedy 30 - $1540
6) Soufflot - $1800
7) Bucket PM - $1960
8) Montaigne Clutch - $1180
9) Cles - $320
10) Lockit - $1510
11) Pocket Agenda - $355
12) Pocket organizer - $425
13) Alma - $1880
14) Small Ring Agenda cover - $495
15) Zipped Coin Purse - $540
16) Madeleine PM - $1280
17) Montaigne Sac - $2300

Suhali Leather
1) Lockit MM - $ 4400.00
2) Lockit PM $3850

Monogram Denim
1) Neo Cabby MM - $2460
2) Neo Cabby GM -$2830
3) Neo Cabby PM - $2560
4) Mini Pleaty - $1220
5) Baggy PM - $2180
6) Baggy MM - $2460
7) Pleaty - $2080

Taiga
1) Florin Wallet - $$825
2) Porte-billets 3 volets - S$685
3) Business Card Holder - S$ 355

Tahitiennes
1) Tahitiennes PM - $1600
2) Tahitiennes GM - $1850

Others
1) Accordeon chain - $62
2) Keychain extension - $190
3) Pochette Strap (non adjustable) - $255
4) Pochette Strap (Adjustable) - $325
5) Inclusion Speedy Key Ring $410
6) Inclusion Ring $320
7) Fleurs Keychain $360
8) Fleurs cellphone strap - $230
9) Love Bandeau - $195
10) Full set refills for Small Ring Agenda Cover ( 1day per page) - $110
11) Full set refills for Small Ring Agenda Cover ( 1week 2 page) - $97
12) Small ring agenda refill (without address book) $54
13) Love Scarf - $320
14) Le Fleurs Monogram Ring (Silver) $725
15) Le Fleurs Monogram Ring (Gold plated) $735
16) Champ Elysees Ring $540
17) Luggage tag (smallest size), model number R2200 - $691 Sweet monogram pastel ring - $375
19) Men's ties - $270
20) Bastia thong in lamb leather $560
21) Ladies slim monogramm belt *** the gold LV logo is $465,mutlicolour is $675
22) Mens Monogram belt - $470
23) Mens Multicolor Belt - $615
24) Elan Sneakers in Damier Canvas $875
25) Pastilles Bijou Cellphone Multicolore $310
26) Obsession Carre LV Landscape Sunglasses - $ 890
27) Monogram thick belt with 'LV' logo - $565.2
28) Partenaire PM Agenda Refill - $125
29) EPI Leather LV Initials 30mm Belt - $540
30) Pastilles key ring - S$515

First Posting

2009-03-09T23:50:00.001+08:00

Finally decided to start a blog on brands. Knowing Brands and how to buy brands. I welcome gurus of all brands to email me and share information with the rest of the Brand Addicts.