Vintage Bags vs. New Bags: How to Make the Right (Financially) Choice!
Vintage Bags vs. New Bags: How to Make the Right Choice!
When it comes to choosing a bag, we often face a dilemma: buy a new, super trendy bag , promoted by all the influencers, or opt for a vintage, dated, unobtainable and sophisticated bag ? There is no right answer, and there would also be a third one that should not be discarded, if possible: choose both options. But let's say you are on our site and you want or can buy one and only one (maybe in installments), here is a tip that I feel like giving you after years of experience in buying and selling luxury bags!
👜 New Bags: The Fashion That Gets Tired Quickly
Chasing trends has really become a job for us too! The value of bags changes from one season to the next and so we find ourselves paying an outrageous amount for a bag from the current season, but then having to backtrack very soon chasing a much lower demand only a year later. Why? Because bags are initially often at the center of advertising campaigns of the big fashion houses, overexposed on social media, they quickly become highly desired pieces (like the flat stomach with the pizza diet) but then they become almost hated in a year precisely because of the overexposure that "launched" them.
The Gucci Marmont is a prime example: it has seen enormous popularity, becoming a must-have in a very short time. Today, however, also due to the strong counterfeiting of this model, its appeal is gradually fading (this is a personal opinion that does not take anything away from the wonder of Alessandro Michele). Many of us have experienced the disappointment of seeing a beloved and desired bag become "dated" in a few years. This does not mean that new bags have no value, but that their appeal can be temporary and too influenced by current trends.
Mind you, we love iconic bags, especially the mint and immaculate ones, so don't hesitate to suggest them to us. But since we don't want to lose the focus of the article, here's why we recommend you focus on something else!
👛 Vintage Bags: A Timeless Charm
Vintage bags, on the other hand, do not follow passing trends . Sure, some models like the Fendi Baguette, the Dior Saddle or the Gucci Jackie have had a sudden and flourishing revival in recent years, but these are exceptions to the rule. Vintage luxury bags in general are unique pieces, often handmade with high-quality materials, which stand the test of time . It is not uncommon to buy iconic bags that belonged to your mothers and then to you, proof of the fact that beauty is often timeless and that like it or not, everything comes back! Remember the shoulder bags that seemed only suitable for your aunt? Well, today you love them. Proof of the fact that Karma exists in vintage! What has been loved will return to being loved!
Another positive aspect of timeless luxury bags is that if you keep them in good condition, the price does not have downward peaks (quite the opposite), so a possible resale after a few years from the purchase can be a great deal! An example are the Neverfulls of the first years, resold today even at a higher price than the initial purchase price. Buying it used and then reselling it (maybe to us) can guarantee you to recover a large part of the amount spent (not like with the it-bags of recent years that you buy and resell losing more than half of the initial cost most of the time if you resell them after a couple of years from the explosion of fashion).
💼 Let's talk about Tastes now!
Those who choose a vintage accessory are not chasing, but often paving the way. There are pieces that can be loved madly by some and considered unsuitable for others, but that's okay! Our selection of bags, for example, is not designed to please everyone, but to try to find unique pieces that satisfy each of you and that's exactly what we love about our work. A vintage bag can tell a story, represent an era and offer a sense of authenticity and individuality.
Vintage bags never get old because they are not tied to current trends. Take for example the classic Chanel 2.55 : an icon born in 1955 that is still considered a symbol of elegance and refinement. Or Hermès bags, such as the Birkin and Kelly, which have become true status symbols precisely because of their exclusivity and the fact that they do not follow trends, but dictate them.
🌱 Sustainability and Awareness
In addition to the aesthetic and style factor, choosing a vintage bag can also be a more sustainable choice. (Buying second-hand bags reduces the demand for new products and contributes to a more circular economy. In an era where sustainability is increasingly important, opting for vintage can be a conscious and responsible decision.
📝 Conclusion
Ultimately, choosing between a new bag and a vintage bag depends on your personal preferences. If you are looking for something current and trendy, a new bag may be the right choice, although you should be aware that its charm may fade over time. If, on the other hand, you want a unique piece that does not follow trends but stands the test of time, a vintage bag is the ideal choice.
New bags can be boring, but vintage bags, with their timeless appeal, offer beauty that lasts forever. Which one do you choose?