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2019 Wishlist

Posted on December 26, 2018January 2, 2019 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

As I look forward to 2019 (the year I get married!) I figured I would share with you all my 2019 wishlist. Some things about my wishlist:

I will not buy everything on my wishlist

I try to only purchase off my wishlist to stop impulse buying when I see a deal

My wishlist is everything I am interested in that I keep an eye out for a good deal. Something might be number one on my wishlist but if I don’t see it for a good price then I will likely wait.

Chanel

So I have never bought anything new from the Chanel store (the shoes I have bought new have been from Neiman Marcus). This is because of their crazy price increases and their incredibly rude staff. I was recently in Zurich with one of my best friends (who is also an attorney) and the doorman wouldn’t let us in. Mind you it was cold out so we were wearing lots of layers and windwipped but apparently my Louis Vuitton handbag wasn’t up to par. After that I will probably never frequent a Chanel boutique. With that in mind these pieces might be harder to find for me.

Beige and Black Espadrilles- I did own these and then my fiancé didn’t like them so I sold them- worst mistake ever!
Beige and Black Sling Back Heels- I think these are a classic and I have yet to find them in my size.
Beige and Black Vanity Bag- I love the look of this bag and actually was considering buying this new in store when in Paris but now I am unsure.
Navy Flap Bag- I really want a vintage navy double flap with the bijoux/ Mademoiselle chain.
Red Bag- I love the classic Chanel red and am at the moment undecided between a red flap bag and a red camera bag.
Black Caviar Tote– I am not sure if I like the GST or one of the more vintage styles but I do know this would be a great work bag!
Triple Coco Bucket Bag– vintage gold hardware and black caviar- enough said!
Maybes- The new Tiffany blue flap in lambskin (this is such a dream bag but I know I’ll likely never purchase it); a Chanel backpack (I haven’t decided if I am a backpack person or not and want to see if I get enough wear out of my LV bag.); Chevron flap (I love this style but rarely if ever see them on the preloved market for a good price); vintage black square mini

Hermes

Birkin (I would love to buy one new in Paris but that probably won’t happen when I go this year)

Kelly 28 ( I want a vintage box leather one in Navy or the gold)

Twillies (I need more for my bags as I really think they save the handles)

Oran sandals (I have been hunting for these for over a year in the gold in my size)

Calvi (I want a bright colored epsom one to add a pop of color!)

Constance (vintage black on in box with gold hardware)

Petite H charms (I really want to go to the Serves store!)

Louis Vuitton

Saint Cloud GM- I really want a vintage one of these bags for stagecoach

Palm Springs MM- I am traveling a lot in 2018 and would love to have a backpack to carry my stuff in. I love my GM Neverfulls but prefer them for work than traveling.

Palm Spring Mini- Yes I know two backpacks but I cannot help but love how different these two are and I wouldn’t wear the mini as a backpack but as a crossbody!

Capucines BB or PM- I love this bag but am undecided on sizes even though I have tried it on like 4 times!

Toiletry 26- to use as a clutch

Pochette Metis in Empriente- I love this bag and have been wanting to try this leather in something besides an SLG

Speedy B 30 in Damier Ebene or Monogram- I want to try a speedy b and have finally decided this is the right size for me but am still undecided on print!

Boite Chapeau Souple- I am so so so in love with this bag and its probably my number one LV bag on my wishlist!

Saint Laurent

Medium Sunset Bag- I love this bag and have been eyeing a preloved on for awhile

maybes- ysl Small Wallet ; neutral pebbled small sac de jour

Celine

a medium box bag- I am so in love with the box bag and have been for awhile. I think they are such understated elegance.

maybes: Celine mini luggage or a Celine phantom (I love the look of these bags but am worried they would be too heavy for me to carry.)

Dior

Lady Dior Medium- likely vintage but it has to have the strap; I like both the beige and the black. Plus some of the new blues and greys are beautiful.

Medium Diorama- I think this bag is so beautiful and would be a great addition to my collection. I like the more neutral colors for this bag as well.

Cartier

love wedding band in the white gold (I prefer the smaller size on my fingers fro some reason but am not using it as a wedding band.)

Goyard

either a St. Louis GM tote or an Anjou or Artois (not all three 😂)

Some brands that might surprise you

Pop and Suki – Box Bag with Luggage Tag (Black)

Strathberry- East/West (color TBD but I like the ruby and the green and the light grey)

Polene- Numero Uno and Numero Uno Mini I am coming for you (loved these for two years)

Currently I don’t see myself adding any more

Senreve
Gucci (even though I would love a Gucci T-shirt but that price I cannot stomach)
Chloe
Fendi (I preordered a defender cover that will come in 2019 but was a 2018 purchase!)
Mansur Gavriel
Prada
Balenciaga (though I have been tempted by the city edge in the small or mini but am still thinking about it!)
Givenchy
Burberry (I would be tempted to get a trench or a scarf but their bags/ slgs do not appeal to me)
Loewe
MCM
Stella McCartney
Valentino

Designer Goods at 60% off!

Posted on December 10, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

Hello new shoes good buy bank account!

1- Manolo Blahnik Suede BB Pumps

$250

2- Jimmy Choo Romy Pumps

$270

3- Saint Laurent Slides

$198

Also in whiskey

4- Prada Pointy Toe Flat

$289

Looking Ahead- What Vintage Bag You Should Buy Now for Spring 2019-Hermes Herbag

Posted on October 25, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

All the fashion weeks are over (is it just me or are there becoming more and more every year?) and we have seen what the fashion houses are bringing out for spring 2019. This means that we already know the trends for next year but the products haven’t come out yet. And for my fellow bargain hunters (and vintage lovers) this is the time to strike to get the revived looks for less.

If you have been paying any attention to the latest designs the fashion houses have been releasing they are actually just designs from the archives. Gucci and Dior both have successfully done this and the latest to revive a design is Hermes. Hermes reintroduced the Hermes Herbag into the spring 2019 collection. (Note that when i say reintroduced I mean brought it back into the spotlight- Hermes has been quietly producing the Herbag Zip for years.)

Hermes is always one of those brands that people think is out of their reach price wise. And while its true that the bags aren’t cheap in the traditional sense their vintage bags can be considered “reasonably priced” for luxury goods. And when I say reasonably priced I mean under $1,000.

The Herbag comes in three sizes- pm, mm and gm. I personally have the pm and think its a great size for an everyday handbag and is definitely a bigger handbag. The Herbag also comes in a couple of styles- a backpack, a tote, a crossbody and a handheld handbag with a shoulder strap. I have the handheld version with the shoulder strap and its very reminiscent of the Kelly bag.

Cheaper Pochette Metis? The LV Vintage Monceau

Posted on October 2, 2018October 25, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

If you have been following me for awhile you will know that I love my Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis. I bought my initial one about 4 years ago from France but last year that bag had glazing problems as was replaced. Since then I have had no issues with the bag and still love it. But I know before LV got rid of the waitlist that the Pochette Metis was like impossible to get. So in comes the cheaper Louis Vuitton Monceau. A lot of people call this the vintage Pochette Metis. And for all you bargain lovers this bag is much more reasonable as well (all are under $1,000)!

Another Huge Designer Sale you say?

Posted on September 28, 2018September 28, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

There is another fabulous sale happening this weekend at Mytheresa but only for 3 days so get shopping ASAP! Unlike the luisviaroma sale, not everything is included and some of the noteworthy excluded brands include Gucci, Valentino, and Christian Louboutin.

But do not fear because there are still some great brands included like Prada and Saint Laurent to name some of my favorite handbag designers.

CODES NEEDED FOR DISCOUNT

Don’t forget that codes are case sensitive so you need to enter the code in exactly as it appears here at checkout

United States:

· $ 100 off with $ 700 with code FORYOU7
· $ 200 off with $ 1300 with code FORYOU8

United Kingdom:

· £100 off with £ 600 with code FORYOU3
· £200 off with £ 1200 with code FORYOU4

Europe (as well as China and Taiwan):

· 100€ off with 600€ with code FORYOU1
· 200€ off with 1.200€ with code FORYOU2

Its Sale Time On Classics that NEVER go on Sale!

Posted on September 26, 2018September 26, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

I was so excited when I came across this sale thanks to Chase Amie (a fellow blogger who is also about deals on luxury goods) and had to share it with you all! Brands that never go on sale are between 10-15% off using a tiered discount. And when I say brands that never go on sale I mean:

Gucci– including the Marmont line

Manolo Blahniks– including the Hangisi line

Saint Laurent– including the Loulou line

Stuart Weitzman– including the famous otk boots

Use code “ND2018” for 10% off $500/ or 15% off $1000 on Luisaviaroma.

This discount code is available internationally as well!

Runs till October 5th (but things will sell out quicker than that.

Example of how this sale works

Say you buy this Saint Laurent Toy LouLou Bag

The bag costs $1,190 which is inclusive of customs and tax

You then get 15% off this price so that is $178.50

That brings this bag to $1,011.5

Or this Balmain T-Shirt

The shirt costs $295 which is inclusive of customs and tax

If you buy this shirt alone then you get 10% off making the discount $29.50

If you buy this shirt with another item totaling over $1,000 you would get 15% off so a discount of $44.25

So the shirt would either be $265.50 (10% off) or $250.74 (15% off)

Fall 2018 Bag Trends- Logomania

Posted on August 21, 2018September 24, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

If you have checked Instagram anytime in the last couple of weeks you will have seen the re-emergence of the Dior Saddle Bag (in a somewhat controversial way- if you don’t know what I am taking about read this). As the saddle bag illustrates vintage styles are making a comeback and with vintage styles come lots of logos.

While certain logo prints (like the LV monogram or the Goyard print) have never really gone out of style, other brands monograms definitely have- see the Dior trotter print and the Fendi Zucca print. But luckily what goes around comes around and these logos are back and better then ever. But with the reemergence of these logos comes the decidedly not so vintage price tag. In typically #bargainhuntingblonde fashion I want the look without all the extra zeros tacked on to the price. Below are my favorite vintage picks that get the look but avoid the super expensive price.

Best places to buy vintage bags

Tradesy
Ebay
Poshmark
- Use code “SBIRKENFELD” to get $5 off your first order

Gucci

The vintage Gucci bags are either called brown web or blue web. I have also seen them referred to as the “shelly” or “sherry” edition.

Brown Web Crossbody(just like the ophidia)

$393

Brown Web Clutch

$350

I have this in blue and love that it can be a clutch or a shoulder bag.

Blue Web Shoulder Purse

$205

Brown Web Tote Bag with Shoulder Strap

$285

Can be a hand held tote or used as a shoulder bag with the strap

Blue Web Crossbody

$300

This is the longest crossbody strap I have found in the vintage gucci bags

Gucci Boston Bag

$290.50

Gucci Brown Clutch

$160

AMAZING PRICE ON THIS CLUTCH

Blue Web Crossbody

$358.30

Dior

Dior Trotter Clutch/Shoulder Bag

$225

Dior Trotter Boston Bag

$375

Dior Trotter Wristlet

$140

Fendi

Zucca Forever Mama Handbag

$225

Zucca Signature Logo Shoulder Bag

$219

Fendi Zucca Purse

$225

Fendi Handbags - Authentic Fendi Monogram Zucca Purse

Zucca Tote Bag

$225

Worried about authenticity when buying preloved? Don’t be! There are some great sites that can help you with authenticating your bag (or really anything designer- clothes, shoes and accessories!). I have used and loved both Real Authentication and Authenticate First. Don’t want to do your own authenticating? Check out The Real Real or Fashionphile which list the items before even putting them on their websites!

Vintage Dior is Making a Comeback!

Posted on July 3, 2018July 3, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

If you have been paying attention to the runway shows you will see that what is old is new again, especially at Dior. The Dior trotter print (what their monogram is called is back with a vengeance) as well as the saddle bag. Prices have not been released for either but I can guarantee you that the price tag will definitely be above $1,000. So in typical #bargainhuntingblonde fashion I found vintage bags at reasonable prices that easily look like they could be straight from the runway!

1- Dior Trotter Boston Bag

$200 or OBO

2- Dior Trotter Brown Handbag

$147

3- Dior Saddle Bag Brown Patent Leather

$459

4- Dior Trotter Blue Clutch

$79

5- Dior Trotter Small Clutch/ Handbag

$490

6- Dior Trotter Saddle Bag

$325

Louis Vuitton’s New Top Handle Bag… Looks Just Like This Vintage Beauty

Posted on June 11, 2018June 11, 2018 by bargain.hunting.blonde@gmail.com

I was browsing through Instagram and I came across the above picture from Louis Vuitton’s latest release. The names and prices aren’t out yet but with this bag either being reverse monogram or epi leather you can bet it is going to have a hefty price tag. But then I really looked at the bag again and thought wait I have seen this bag before. After some digging I realized Louis Vuitton just dug in the archives and basically remade the Louis Vuitton Cannes bag.

The Similarities

– shape

-material (for the Epi Leather ones at least)

-top handle

The Differences

– reverse monogram print

– ability to add a strap due to side hooks

– front flap with Louis Vuitton name

-different colorways

Black Epi Leather

So its been one week since I decided to stopped spending. Luckily I have been pretty busy with work but I still found time last weekend to head to Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack. Thankfully I didn’t crack but the challenge is still young. I almost did crack because I sat on my favorite and trusty BP sunglasses. I was devastated and at $15 I figured I could buy myself another pair. Luckily I was with my mom and she bought me my new pair so crisis averted- and thank you mom!

Plus the challenge has a new member- Grace Cardenas from Cantwearpink on Instagram! If any other bloggers or followers want to join in feel free to and tag #onceinabluejune and #nospendjune!

Also just because I cannot buy anything now does not mean that I am not starting a wishlist that I will visit when my shopping ban is over. See below to see what I have been eyeing!

Chanel Deauville Large– I am soo obsessed with this bag. I spend most of my time checking out this bag on Pinterest and Instagram! (Large Pink– $1,825; Navy Blue– $3,195)
Lovers + Friends Jack High Rise Short– I have seen these shorts on a couple bloggers and them seem to be better suited for people with smaller waisted and bigger hips and thighs which is me in a nut shell. ($138)
Celine Box Bag– This is a classic that has been on my list for awhile. I think for durability purposes I want the liege leather and not the box leather. While the box leather is beautiful it marks way to easily. (Black Goatskin– $2,995)
Show Me Your Mumu Great Wrap Shorts in Point Dume Stripe– I love SMYM’s shorts (particularly the carlos) and love that these look like a skirt but are actually a skort! ($118)
Dior Lady Bag– I cannot decide between the medium and the large in the black lambskin with gold hardware. Literally such a beautiful classic bag. Plus I definitely need a strap on my bag. (Navy– $1,850)

Chanel

Hermes

Saint Laurent

Gucci

Dior

Fendi

The Similarities

The Differences

– reverse monogram print

Black Epi Leather

Red Epi Leather

Yellow Epi Leather