Sharing my tips for buying both new and vintage designer handbags online. Who to trust, how to spot fakes and tips on getting the best price.
This is probably the most emotional post I’ve ever written but having said that it’s one of the most emotional things I’ve ever done. Here’s my London Marathon story…
ADVERTISING/LINKS Most of the below (assume all) links are AFFILIATE LINKS and by making a purchase via these links we will earn a small percentage of commission, which means that we can keep creating content for you guys to watch. Most of these links will use cookies but will depend on the retailer and your browser preferences. Anything sent to me on a complimentary basis from a brand will be marked with '[AD-PR Product]' as this counts as a form of advertising. ◾️WHAT I WAS WEARING◾️ BLACK JUMPER https://apprl.com/al/5shJ/ TAUPE JUMPER https://apprl.com/al/5ldJ/ [AD-PR Product] GOLD RING https://bit.ly/36K4fJw [AD-PR Product] GOLD EARRINGS https://bit.ly/36K4fJw [AD-PR Product] GOLD BANGLE BRACELET https://bit.ly/36K4fJw ◾️CRUELTY FREE PRODUCTS & TOOLS USED◾️ UV GEL LAMP https://amzn.to/35I4pjV CUTICLE CUTTER https://amzn.to/3nQhy0v GLASS NAIL FILE https://amzn.to/3nUZQsx NAIL FILE BLOCK https://amzn.to/3szD39h ACETONE https://amzn.to/2XJncXL FINISHING WIPE https://amzn.to/3svYEj1 PRIMER, BASE COAT & TOP COAT SET https://amzn.to/3nKkvzG BUT FIND A 'WIPE-FREE' SET HERE WHICH DOESN'T REQUIRE FINISHING WIPE https://amzn.to/3bMjOTW (Also note, the finishing wipe listed above can also be used as a primer so no need to buy a primer separately) CUTICLE OIL https://amzn.to/3bOBYoa GEL POLISH BY MEANAIL IN 'MORNING VIBES' https://amzn.to/2KoOdww (I think due to Brexit most Meanail products have been removed from Amazon UK 🙈, I bought last year before Brexit, but MYGEL by Mylee is also cruelty free and really awesome with lots of colours to choose from) HAND WASH https://apprl.com/al/66eX/ FIND A (CRUELTY FREE) STARTER SET (INCLUDING LAMP BUT MINUS NAIL FILES) HERE FOR UNDER £60 https://amzn.to/38MwCrD OR THE UPGRADED VERSION WITH A BETTER LAMP HERE FOR UNDER £90 https://amzn.to/3il5Xpd I started to make the change to Cruelty Free beauty in 2019 and found it much easier than I thought it would be. If you are also starting to make the change then might I recommend the following resources as I found/still find these sites really useful when understanding what Cruelty Free means and which brands are Cruelty Free: 🐰 https://www.crueltyfreekitty.com/list-of-cruelty-free-brands/ 🐰 https://ethicalelephant.com/cruelty-free-brand-list/ 🐰 https://www.crueltyfreeinternational.org 🐰 https://crueltyfree.peta.org Editing by Simon ❤️
ALL THE LINKS Most of the below links are AFFILIATE LINKS and by making a purchase via these links we will earn a small percentage of commission, which means that we can keep creating content for you guys to watch. Some of these links do use cookies. ◾️WHAT I WAS WEARING◾️ NAVY JUMPER https://apprl.com/al/5ldL/ ◾️SITES/APPS TO SELL ON◾️ - eBay - Depop (app) - Vinted (fashion only) - Shpock - Facebook Marketplace (best for home stuff, furniture etc) - Vestiaire (best for designer/luxury goods) - The Real Real (best for designer/luxury goods for those of you in the US) - Poshmark (US & Canada) - Etsy (best for vintage clothing and homewares) ◾️USEFUL EQUIPMENT◾️ - Camera Tripod with phone attachment & shutter remote https://amzn.to/3ns4ePO - Phone shutter remote (if you already have a tripod) https://amzn.to/2XsjYb0 - Lightbox (handy for smaller items like shoes, jewellery or beauty if you don't have a bright plain space to take photos) https://amzn.to/3hYSlQ5 ⭐️ EXTRA TIPS ⭐️ ⭐️ Have expensive/designer coats dry cleaned before selling (and write this in the description box). The freshness will entice buyers to buy or place a higher bid. ⭐️ Fix any minor faults on clothing where possible. Hole in a coat pocket? Missing button? etc. Some buyers might be a bit lazy and if they see a fault that they know they would have to fix then they will be less likely to place a bid or a higher bid. ⭐️ Useful hashtags when sharing your listings/clear-outs online on social media: #secondhandbutgrand #ebayseller #forsale Editing by Simon ❤️
ALL THE LINKS Most of the below links are AFFILIATE LINKS and by making a purchase via these links we will earn a small percentage of commission, which means that we can keep creating content for you guys to watch. Some of these links do use cookies. Anything gifted from a brand will be marked with '[AD-GIFT]' ◾️WHAT I WAS WEARING◾️ CAMEL JUMPER https://bit.ly/35Odjf5 (Affordable alternative here https://bit.ly/348YX8K ) BLACK T-SHIRT https://apprl.com/al/5cqI/ BLACK JEANS https://bit.ly/2SwYSWw ◾️WINTER WARDROBE STAPLES◾️ [AD-GIFT] SHORT PUFFA COAT https://apprl.com/al/5wF0/ LONG PUFFA COAT https://apprl.com/al/5qPW/ BLACK LACE-UP BOOTS https://bit.ly/3ldinzn HEATTECH THERMALS https://bit.ly/3482vIp TAUPE ROLL NECK JUMPER https://apprl.com/al/5j2t/ [AD-GIFT] CREAM CABLE KNIT JUMPER https://apprl.com/al/5ns7/ BEIGE TROUSERS https://bit.ly/2WlZvEh BLACK WOOL TROUSERS - old Massimo Dutti NAVY TRACKSUIT - Johnstons of Elgin https://bit.ly/3ndJFar (old but similar here ) NAVY ROLL NECK JUMPER https://apprl.com/al/5ldL/ BLACK COAT LINER https://apprl.com/al/5lAh/ BLACK CELINE BAG (bought 2nd hand) https://bit.ly/346pp38 (Affordable alternative here https://bit.ly/392boGO ) GREY BEANIE HAT https://apprl.com/al/5va8/ BLACK BEANIE HAT https://apprl.com/al/5va8/ BLACK WOOL GLOVES https://apprl.com/al/5wFG/ BLACK FURRY GLOVES https://bit.ly/3oJKW9n BLANKET SCARF https://apprl.com/al/5wFa/ (affordable alternative here https://apprl.com/al/5wFb/ ) BLACK FURRY HIGH TOPS https://bit.ly/3qPzif0 BLACK LEATHER CHUCK 70 FURRY HIGH TOPS https://bit.ly/2JXbDJ7 SHEEPSKIN INSOLES https://amzn.to/2Wbih0V NON-SHEEPSKIN INSOLES https://amzn.to/3neJyLR ◾️ADDITIONAL ITEMS FEATURED IN THE CUTAWAYS ◾️ LARGE BLACK LEATHER BAG https://bit.ly/3q6u8Lh CREAM HIGH TOP TRAINERS https://bit.ly/3l9T2qG GREY/NAVY TRAINERS https://bit.ly/2KkfIXK WHITE LEATHER TRAINERS https://apprl.com/al/5wJh/ BLACK SLIM TAILORED TROUSERS - old M&S BLACK ROLL NECK JUMPER https://apprl.com/al/5i4W/ [AD-GIFT] CAMEL COAT - The Curated [AD-GIFT] CHUNKY BLACK BOOTS https://apprl.com/al/5far/ [AD-GIFT] BLACK WOOL COAT - The Curated [AD-GIFT] NAVY COAT - Harris Wharf London ◾️RELATED/MENTIONED VIDEOS ◾️ MY FAVOURITE KNITWEAR BRANDS https://youtu.be/kDaz1JKvLSI HOW I LAYER MY OUTFITS FOR WINTER https://youtu.be/xXzgHsL299Y Editing by Simon ❤️