If you’re anything like us, the thought of second-hand anything makes you want to recoil in horror; read on because we have changed our minds, and so will you.
Some second-hand items are worth considering—bags included. These sites specialize in pre-owned bags, and they’re worth a browse the next time you want a new (to you) designer handbag.
Vestiaire Collective
Vestiaire Collective is a European site that offers both men’s and women’s fashion, but their selection of bags is particularly stellar.
You can find everything from vintage Chanel to current season Gucci on Vestiaire Collective, and their prices are surprisingly reasonable—especially considering these are designer bags we’re talking about.
Farfetch Pre-Owned
Farfetch is one of our favorite places to shop for clothing and accessories, so we were thrilled to discover that they also offer a selection of pre-owned bags.
The bags on Farfetch Pre-Owned are from luxury brands like Saint Laurent and Chloé and are all in pristine condition. Another bonus? Farfetch offers free returns on all pre-owned items so you can shop confidently.
Resellfridges
This site isn’t just for bags—you can find all pre-owned luxury items here, from clothes to jewelry to home decor.
But if you’re looking for a hot deal on a designer bag, Resellfridges is worth checking out.
They have an impressive selection of new and vintage styles from brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Chanel, and the prices are very reasonable.
StockX
StockX is best known as a sneaker marketplace, but they sell more than just shoes.
You can find everything from watches to streetwear on StockX, and yes, they also sell bags.
StockX is excellent because it’s like shopping on eBay or Amazon—you can buy new or gently used items from various sellers, all in one place.
1stDibs
1stDibs is one of the largest marketplaces for antique and vintage furniture, but they also sell plenty of other things—like handbags.
1stDibs is an excellent option if you’re looking for an antique or vintage bag because of its unparalleled selection.
You can find everything from Art Deco clutches to ’80s Chanel quilted handbags on 1stDibs, and the prices range from highly affordable to sky-high (depending age and condition of the item).
Cudoni
If you’re not interested in buying second-hand but still want to save money on your designer handbag purchase, Cudoni is worth checking out.
Cudoni is essentially like a consignment for designer items—they will sell your gently used designer items (including bags) on your behalf. You’ll receive up to 70% of the item’s original value once it sells.
Cudoni is excellent if you have designer pieces you no longer want but don’t want the hassle of selling them yourself.
Bagista
Bagista is another consignment site specializing in handbags (and other fashion accessories). However, what sets them apart from other consignment sites is that they only accept items from particular high-end designers.
So if you’re looking to consign or buy pre-owned items from designers like Chanel, Hermes, or Louis Vuitton, Bagista is the place to do it. Prices on Bagista are relatively affordable compared to buying the same item new outright.
Whether you’re looking for an antique Chanel flap bag or just a good deal on a gently used Coach purse, these pre-loved and recycled sites should be your go-tos when shopping for pre-owned bags.
With everything from Balenciaga city bags to Gucci Dionysus purses available at a fraction of their retail price tag, buying second-hand is worth considering – it’s good for you and great for the planet.