Okay, so I’ve been on this kick lately, trying to find the perfect vintage Fendi Spy bag. You know, the one that was all the rage back in the early 2000s? Well, I finally did it, and let me tell you, it was a journey. I want to share every detail of it, from the beginning to the end.
First off, I spent hours scrolling through online listings. I mean, who knew there were so many versions of this bag? I started to wonder how much I should pay for it, and I found some clues saying the price could start from over a hundred bucks to over twenty thousand bucks! I decided to aim for a decent one without needing any major fixes. So I skipped those super cheap options as they might need a lot of work.
I bookmarked a bunch of listings, read through all the descriptions, and scrutinized every photo. This was serious business! I was trying to find vintage leather or distressed leather because I noticed that these are popular terms floating around online. I even read some articles to figure out what vintage leather really meant. It seemed like it meant the leather looked aged but in a good way.
I narrowed it down to a few sellers and started sending messages. I asked about the condition of the leather, any scratches or marks, and whether the bag came with its original dust bag and authenticity card. Most sellers were pretty responsive, but some were definitely more helpful than others.
- One seller sent me a ton of extra photos, close-ups of the corners, the inside, everything.
- Another one got a little annoyed with all my questions, which was a red flag. I felt they kept saying URLDecode was turning something into something else. I didn’t even understand what they were talking about. I decided to walk away.
Dealing with Offers
After a few days of back-and-forth, I finally found the one. It was a beautiful, dark brown leather Spy bag. The seller was asking for $900, which seemed fair based on my research, somewhere between $800-$1200. Some people even mentioned that $500 is pretty good if it needs some work. But, I decided to try my luck and offered $800.
We negotiated a bit, and we finally agreed on $850! I was stoked! I quickly made the payment, and the seller shipped it out the next day.
The waiting was the hardest part! Every day, I tracked the package, hoping it wouldn’t get lost or delayed. Finally, it arrived! I ripped open the box like a kid on Christmas morning.
And there it was, my vintage Fendi Spy bag! It was even better in person than in the photos. The leather was soft and had that perfect vintage look. It definitely felt like something that would age beautifully and hold its value even after years of use. I could tell this was not some faux vintage leather. There were a few minor scratches, but nothing major. Overall, I was thrilled with my purchase!
I’ve been carrying it around for a few weeks now, and I get compliments on it all the time. It’s the perfect size for everyday use, and it goes with everything. It’s definitely one of my best purchases ever!
So, if you’re thinking about getting a vintage Fendi Spy bag, I say go for it! Just be prepared to do some research and be patient. It’s worth it in the end!
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