If you are like me, I've had a lifelong love affair with black wallets and my handbags are full of black small leather goods (SLG's) and it takes me some time to dig through my bags to find these daily essentials. And given that winter in New York City has me feeling like I need a dose of warmth and sunshine, I decided to look for a wallet or a small leather good in a shade of yellow.
As you know from previous posts, I'm enthusiastic about pre-loved so I decided to search for this on pre-loved sites and I found a few options shown below. This search differs and takes more time when compared with buying something new from a traditional retailer such as Bloomingdale's or a fashion brand's shop such as Tory Burch.
Finding the perfect item, in this case a wallet or SLG requires these points to be considered:
Description
Condition
Authenticity
Shipping and other fees
Return policy
Other considerations
Yet, the extra effort often could lead to unique and special finds. Once you get the hang of these platforms, you might find yourself preferring this way of shopping!
Courrèges's Leather Graphic Print Coin Pouch is for sale on the The RealReal website. Courrèges was well known in the 1960’s and 1970's for its geometric cuts, plastic materials and minimalistic aesthetic and once again is gaining in popularity. In November 2024 the brand and the Nordstrom New York City store had an exclusive 10 piece pop-up with ready-to-wear, shoes and accessories. (Nordstrom continues selling the brand with nearly 100 items on its website.)
Considerations about this coin purse:
Courrèges Leather Graphic Print Coin Pouch | Comments |
Description includes | 3 photos, composition, hardware, dustbag and measurements. |
Condition | Excellent (2nd highest of 6 conditions) Comment No visible signs of wear. |
Authenticity | Has link to The RealReal's authentication process. |
Shipping and other fees | $14.95 (3-5 business days) $39.95 (Express:1-2 business days) |
Return policy | $14.95. Need to fill out a form and meet return requirements. Note: The RealReal has a somewhat complicated return policy. For items such as handbags, very few exceptions permitted to be returned. However, for an additional fee, buyer can purchase “Return Guarantee,” allowing the item to be returned for any reason, including the below:
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Other considerations | Review the return policy for each item you are planning to buy on The RealReal. Though not deceptive, it is not straight forward and requires time to take in. |
Price: $196 (20% Off) from $245. The 20% off is a discount from The RealReal's initial listing and is not the discount from when the item was originally new. Note: The day before publishing this post, the price was $208.
Fashionphile includes this
Christian Dior Cannage Small
Lady Dior Voyageur Coin Purse. Just looking at the quilted bright yellow shade of this small leather good takes the chill out of January!
Considerations about this coin purse:
Christian Dior Cannage Small Lady Dior Voyageur Coin Purse | Comments |
Description includes | 8 photos, composition, hardware, charm, dustbag, measurements, partitioned with card slots, the year, 2022. Notes 1. The charm is not clearly shown in the photos. The Dior website has a clear image of the charm on the item available in different colors. The Dior site does not offer this item in yellow. - An extra step, going to another website was required to get the full view of the item, and assume these are identical. 2. The year is not included for all FASHIONPHILE listings. |
Condition | Excellent (2nd best of 5 conditions) Comment Exterior: Edge wear Interior: Scuffs Hardware: Faint scratch(es) |
Authenticity | Includes FASHIONPHILE Certificate of Authenticity. |
Shipping and other fees | Free standard shipping (3-5 business days) |
Return policy | Options 1. Pre-paid with UPS shipping label.provided by FASHIONPHILE ($14.99) 2. Use your own shipping method (at your own cost). 3. Return at the nearest FASHIONPHILE location/Selling Studio (Free). - See box below for more information. |
Other considerations | Returns - Item must be returned to FASHIONPHILE within 15 days of the shipped date. Note: Company also has an excessive return policy.
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Price: $450 30% Off Est. Retail $640
Important caveat: While the FASHIONPHILE listing states this is a 30% discount from the estimated retail price of $640, I found a key difference. When I searched for this item as "new" on the Dior website, they had the style and the $640 price, but it was not available in yellow. This highlights why you need to be cautious when comparing items on resale sites with new items, as there can be subtle differences or variations. Always double-check the details and do your research before assuming a resale item is identical to something currently sold in stores.
Vestiaire Collective, a peer-to-peer resale platform which has an authentication process posts this lovely Hermès Constance Slim leather wallet. The color is listed as Juane de Naples, which in a number of articles I've come across describes this color as a warm vibrant yellow.
Yet, when looking at the listing's cover photo, the wallet appears somewhat green. (Refer to image posted here.)
This difference in what the photo shows and what one believes the color is thought to be highlights the importance of reviewing all photos before making a purchase on these sites. When I looked at the seven other photos, I saw the wallet is actually a true yellow, which, to me, looks much more inviting than the cover photo and matches with what the color has been described as being.
Considerations about this coin purse:
Hermès Constance Slim leather wallet. | Comments |
Description includes | 6 photos, composition, measurements, comes with all original packaging and receipt, measurements, seller located in the United States. When clicked on Seller icon shows had 21 sales and 14 items available for sale. Notes Physical authentication included. When clicked on Seller icon, shows had 21 sales and 14 items available for sale. |
Condition | Never worn (2nd best of 5 conditions) Platform definition of never worn: Pristine condition with no defects or alterations. |
Authenticity | Notes Listing page shows has been digitally inspected, meaning the item passed the online review. Listing notes physical authentication is included, meaning item will be inspected before delivery to the buyer. |
Shipping and other fees | $15 shipping $384 buyer fee (13% of purchase.) Please refer to information below this box for additional information regarding fees. |
Return policy | Important to carefully review the return policy. Notes - Items purchased from an individual seller are neither refundable nor exchangeable. - If you are not happy with your item, you may resell the item without commission. The item will be relisted at the purchase price and only a handling fee will be deducted. - Within 72 hours of receiving your order, relisting your item is free of charge. You’ll keep 100% of your earnings from the sale.
- Items purchased from a professional seller are eligible for return. |
Other considerations | Notes This is a peer-to-peer platform and for the item to be authenticated the seller ships the item to one of the Company's authentication locations. After authentication the item is shipped to the buyer. Hence, delivery will be longer when compared with other platforms that have the inventory on hand and will ship within a few days. |
Price: $3,334
Buyer Fees
This fee ranges between 13% and 25%. Below is a screen shot from the company's website presenting what the buyer service fee covers.
The potential advantages of shopping on Vestiaire Collective include the wide assortment of products and brands and access to authentication (though for another check, you might want to have it authenticated by a company specializing in authentication such as LegitGrails ). The potential disadvantages include fees can be relatively high and returns are not permitted, with the exception being if the seller is a professional seller. (An application with details about your company are required to be accepted as a professional seller.)
Farfetch, a global luxury marketplace, in its Pre-Owned Tab includes this Chanel 2020s CC wallet. During my search I
found other resale platforms sell this wallet and have their own names for this wallet. Possibly the name differs as the one they are selling was manufactured in different years. Yet, on the surface they all look to be the same wallet. Just something to consider when comparison shopping. You don't know if what you are comparing are truly identical.
Reseller | Style Name | Price | Shipping |
Farfetch | Chanel 2020s CC wallet. | $1,294 | Free (includes duties) |
LUX LAIR | Chanel Yellow Leather Wallet (Tri-Fold) | $1,633 | Free (3-5 business days) Option for quicker shipping with higher cost |
eBay Seller in Japan | Chanel Matelasse Compact Wallet Trifold | $1,401 | $40.90 (plus duties) |
Considerations about this wallet:
Chanel 2020s CC wallet | Comments |
Description includes | 6 photos, composition, measurements, hardware, approximate date (circa 2020's.) |
Condition | Excellent (3rd out of 5 conditions) Comment includes: This previously owned item is in near-perfect condition with no signs of damage or use. |
Authenticity | Description of item does not mention anything about authentication. - Unable to locate information pertaining specifically to pre-owned items purchased. - Came across this sentence which might cover pre-owned goods however unclear. "Our offering is expertly curated by the best luxury fashion brands and boutiques around the globe and all our items are guaranteed authentic." |
Shipping and other fees | Free |
Return policy | Free. Accepted within 30 days, starting from the day your order was delivered. Must adhere to return policies. |
Other considerations | Only minimal information about pre-owned items found. Unable to locate information about authentication of the pre-owned items. If I were close to buying this wallet, I would have contacted Farfetch with my questions about this topic. |
Price: $1,522 (less 10%) = $1,294 Import duties included. The 10% off is a discount from Farfetch's initial listing and is not the discount from when the item was originally new.
Conclusion My research on pre-owned sites for a yellow wallet resulted in a nice collection of choices, and I l took in lots of key points to consider. However, I haven't weighted each point to reach a purely rational decision. Instead, I'll be trusting my gut and going with the wallet that truly speaks to me, with objective factors like condition, price, and authenticity supporting my decision. Of course, any of these beauties might be snapped up before I decide, so stay tuned to see which one wins my heart (and wallet)!
A Word of Caution While buying from resellers can be a great way to find unique pieces or save money, it is important to be aware of the potential risks. This post does not drill down to all the ins-and-outs of each type of purchase. Always do your research on the seller, carefully examine the item's description and photos. Don't hesitate to ask the seller questions about the item's condition, authenticity, and other details that are important to you.
Full Disclosure I have no affiliation with any brands and companies mentioned in this post. All opinions are my own, and I have not received any compensation for writing this.
