Is there any way to buy one, and I mean a real one, at a big discount? I have always wanted this one Hermes handbag that I saw someone famous carrying, but I know I will never be able to afford what they cost new. Any hope at all for my fantasy?
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Miscellaneous category? Maybe give some free advice about: Fashion and Styles? rainhorse68 answered Saturday August 16 2014, 10:46 pm: The big designers often sell off previous collection items at massive discounts when the new collection is released if you can wait, but usually ONLY in their home city retailer (so Prada only in Milan, Hermes will be Paris etc). And it's only available to people who walk in to the store, not usually to online or phone purchases. So depends on where you live, or knowing someone in the relevant location and getting them to buy it in person and mail it to you. I believe the big design houses are reluctant release their stuff to online discount retailers or 'other shops' because it rather detracts from their elitist image (if anybody could pick them up cheap on ebay there wouldn't be much prestige in owning one). Only other idea is that I know of some privately run London boutiques who buy very high-class pre-owned designer stuff (the well-heeled owners sell them on and buy the latest styles...alright for some, eh?). If it fits you, you can get a 'last seeason' Chanel dress that cost £2000 for four or five hundred for instance and it certainly won't look worn or tatty! Got any stores like that near you? They usually advertise as 'Pre-Loved' designer styles. If you REALLY want it BAD...it might have to be a case of staying in for a month and living on Cornflakes! Hope you get it, one way or another. X [ rainhorse68's advice column | Ask rainhorse68 A Question ]
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