I love how you are curating your collection to be exactly what you need! Selling isn't always easy but once it is done I love the freeing feeling of letting things go.
Hi Mel. It seems as though your collection is coming together nicely. It was so generous of you to give your Polene wallet away with the Polene purchase. Great video as always.
Thus us the first video of yours that I’ve watched and I just have to tell you you sound like the nicest most genuine down to earth person and I really appreciate it. I love when people on TH-cam seem like they could be your next-door neighbor and are being 100% honest with you. So thank you for that.
If a *hotdups* place sells high-quality products at a low price and makes consumers feel ashamed, then the consumption concept of consumers in this era is problematic.
Thank you for speaking about Polene, I feel the exact same way - they’re nice quality, but none of them bring me joy, I don’t feel that spark when I look at them 😩 There’s always something that I feel like is missing, either design wise or functionality wise…
Melissa, it is so refreshing that you are so honest about your handbag journey and your evolving collection. We all have our own journey with our handbags. Glad you were able to sell your items that no longer brought you joy. I also have several duyp bags and many slgs and they are all exceptionally well made items at reasonable prices. Each to their own. I have let go of around 10 bags last year, donated 5 and sold 5. This year I intend to be more mindful of any new purchases and intend to let go of any bags that I simply dont reach for anymore. Thanks for another great video ❤️❤️
Hey girl hey!!! We are friends ❤ you are the nicest person we have ever met. it was so nice meeting you! I am definitely enjoying the bag. Thank you so much again.
First time to this channel. I like your clear and vivid introduction to *hotdups* . Especially the part of the mouth is super comfortable to listen to. I have subscribed!
Beautiful bags, you have such great taste. If I didn't just spend a fortune on Christmas I would snatch up your Bottega Veneta Arco bag for sure. What a fantastic deal!
At my mom's 56th birthday party, I gave her one purchased at *preluxz* Mini Lady Dior Gardenia Wallet, my mother is very happy, she feels it is well worth the money.
@ I completely understand. I feel the same way. I usually send any handbags that are brand accepted to the realreal but the return is very little. Let’s say it’s a Kate spade I used only twice it cost me $200 I get like $10-20 max. But I try to think about someone else is using it and it’s out of my closet. If I sell on poshmark it’s a better turnaround but sometimes it takes a year or longer for it to sell.
@ I give a lot of my contemporary bags away to friends and family. It’s not worth the hassle of trying to sell it, shipping it out, for such a small amount. Every time I see them use it, it makes me happy. I feel like my money wasn’t wasted.
They always mess up the painted edges with overpaint, such a pity. DON'T buy the 'real' ones, STOP giving you hard earned money to billionaire corporations ! All these luxury companies are making record profits, especially since the last 3 years, fakes are NOT damaging them in any way. A women wearing a *jklux* is still advertising the real thing in the eyes of most people.
Thanks for sharing that is so awesome that you and April are able to become friends and be able to meet up. And that is very cute that your husband will actually have a full-blown conversation weighing pros and cons of a bag with you. I can never get my boyfriend to do that lol
I LOVE these types of videos! Watching now…. I need to curate my collection. Don’t want to regret getting rid of anything. I don’t love a real structured bag either.
Great tips! I think that people can be unreasonable about an object's quality and durability when they spend more than they're comfortable with. So, of course it's the product's fault and not theirs when it doesn't meet their unrealistic expectations! LOL! Your videos always teach me something and make me smile. Best wishes to you and your family for a wonderful holiday season! *jklux*
Congrats on selling! I am going to get rid of some of my items that I no longer use including a maroon Chloe Faye, canvas camera Marmont Gucci bag and mini pink pandora Givenchy, though I think that last one is honestly worth almost nothing now a days - well! Glad you had such success!
Hi Melissa. Like you, I don’t keep bags I don’t wear. Looking at the bags I sold last year, a lot were too heavy and unfortunately not all web sites list the weight. I sold my mini Woody tote, nice but loud to wear in public transports and my Polene No 1 mini with the chain but I kept the backpack.
Hi Melissa. Enjoyed your video. I’ve also sold some of my LV bags. Right now I have the Rivoli PM. It’s brand new. I never used it I ended up using another bag that is very similar. I am planning on selling the Rivoli PM. 😊
I’ve been on an impromptu selling spree as well. 2024 was the year I tried lots and really honed in on what works for me. Now, my hope is to curate a little further so I can keep my collection under a certain number. I’m creating some “rules” as I go so I don’t over purge as well.
@@WhatLeslyeLoves I think that’s great Leslye. I’d like to keep my collection under 25 bags in total. That includes contemporary and luxury bags. I don’t plan to buy much in 2025 as far as bags go. I have some home improvement plans that will take up most of my “extra” $
I love your authenticity and your colourful background ! I started last year to get into handbags again, and sold my tiny old collection: LV Speedy and Mini pochette, couple Coach, Longchamp and Alexander Wang Rockie bag. I then invested that money into new pieces and went for TheHorse Clementine, Songmont Mini Drippy Roof, Coach Swinger and I'm considering to get either the Cecilia (knit version) from Zadig&Voltaire or the Polène Numéro 10... If anyone has good feedback on them I'm open to hear them! :)
@@SDC-02 Thank you so much. I wish I could give you feedback but I don’t own any of those bags. The Drippy Rough bag has been on my mind for a while now. What are your thoughts on the bag?
Selling can be very frustrating. Most of my items I sold last year were NWT. I didn’t charge retail but folks were still lowballing me. I’m being very mindful in 2025 so that I don’t (hopefully) make the same mistakes. Keep enjoying DUYP. The quality and prices are great. It’s Ok to be brand loyal to Coach, LV, etc. from a standpoint that you get high quality items at a comfortable price point. However, it’s just silly to take it to a personal level being that these brands keep it strictly business with us. TFS❤❤❤
@@Licia1318 I agree. I think it’s silly to care what brands someone else loves. I want to be very intentional with the bags I add to my collection in 2025. The number one question I’ll be asking myself is if I see it being in my collection for years. If the answer is no I need to walk away.
Great video. I've tried several Polene bags. I'm done with them. Not for me. Hope you get the Coach Tabby 26 Refresh. I love mine. It's one of my favourite bags. I get so much use out of it. I absolutely love it❤
@MelissaAdams-Wade So true! Me too.🙈 I have it in chalk. Bright white doesn't work for me, so the more off-white is perfect. And I'm warm toned, so the gold hardware is what I prefer. I have owned the bag for one year. And I've used it so much. And even though it's so light in colour, it still looks brand new. The quality is amazing.
Yes I sold throughout the years and I do seriously ask myself a question is there and bag I miss seriously I do just two but I did use the heck out of it and was well loved and used it so much had zero regrets money spend well .
My collection is a lot smaller than yours but I also have a really hard time letting go of any bags so I have to be careful what I buy lol I get attached
That duyp looks too much like pochette metis and I personally do not like dupes or knock offs.I don't want "more", just a few quality pieces. Your coach Tabby sold?
Hey beautiful. Such a great video... in fact, I often say it's one of my most favorite video on the luxury community. I love seeing, hearing and learning what works or don't work and why for a person. Thanks for sharing so much. 🌬🤍 p.s. you are Truly Gorgeous!
Curating a collection that works for you is the main goal for us bag lovers I think.
The green color of your lady Dior is perfection ❤
@@Lovemonniibee yes I agree. I think I’m finally getting close to my perfect collection.
I love how you are curating your collection to be exactly what you need! Selling isn't always easy but once it is done I love the freeing feeling of letting things go.
@@LuxPurselove I do to. A good clear out is always good for me mentally.
I completely forgot to mention that I sold my Vavin PM to my beautiful daughter in law. I added it to my thumbnail so you guys could see it ❤
Hi Mel. It seems as though your collection is coming together nicely. It was so generous of you to give your Polene wallet away with the Polene purchase. Great video as always.
@@KW-mo6sz Thank you. I’d like to think so.
I'm far from rich, but I'll still buy a *preluxz* bag.
You are such a beautiful, generous, and authentic person ❤no games, no shenanigans, just realness! Love watching you curate your collection!
@@aprilshouseofflair Thank you April 🩵🩵
Can you provide the link for the seller of that bag?Thanks,I have no qualms about buying *jklux* .
Thus us the first video of yours that I’ve watched and I just have to tell you you sound like the nicest most genuine down to earth person and I really appreciate it. I love when people on TH-cam seem like they could be your next-door neighbor and are being 100% honest with you. So thank you for that.
@@marybethweintraub8871 I’m so glad you chose to watch one of my videos. I am 100% authentic, there is no other way to be in my opinion.
she is
@ thank you 🥰
Glad you were able to sell the bags you were no longer reaching for. Cant wait to see what 2025 has in store 🎉
There won’t be many bags in 2025 but I’m so excited for what we are working towards.
If a *hotdups* place sells high-quality products at a low price and makes consumers feel ashamed, then the consumption concept of consumers in this era is problematic.
Thank you for speaking about Polene, I feel the exact same way - they’re nice quality, but none of them bring me joy, I don’t feel that spark when I look at them 😩 There’s always something that I feel like is missing, either design wise or functionality wise…
@@LainesReviews I agree. They aren’t the most functional in my opinion and I don’t love the structured nature of their bags.
Melissa, it is so refreshing that you are so honest about your handbag journey and your evolving collection. We all have our own journey with our handbags. Glad you were able to sell your items that no longer brought you joy. I also have several duyp bags and many slgs and they are all exceptionally well made items at reasonable prices. Each to their own. I have let go of around 10 bags last year, donated 5 and sold 5. This year I intend to be more mindful of any new purchases and intend to let go of any bags that I simply dont reach for anymore. Thanks for another great video ❤️❤️
It sounds like we are in the same mindset this year. Hopefully we only make great purchases that will be here to stay.
@@MelissaAdams-Wade 😉👜🙏❤️
That is so nice you did a payment plan for a subscriber!!!! I had not heard that before! ❤️
@@vanessaandricola314 I try to make things as easy as possible for people. I have no problem helping out where I can.
@@MelissaAdams-Wadelove that
Hey girl hey!!! We are friends ❤ you are the nicest person we have ever met. it was so nice meeting you! I am definitely enjoying the bag. Thank you so much again.
@@aprilperez9429 Awe thank you so much 🥰
First time to this channel. I like your clear and vivid introduction to *hotdups* . Especially the part of the mouth is super comfortable to listen to. I have subscribed!
Beautiful bags, you have such great taste. If I didn't just spend a fortune on Christmas I would snatch up your Bottega Veneta Arco bag for sure. What a fantastic deal!
I spent a fortune also lol. I think we all are trying to recover from holiday spendings
At my mom's 56th birthday party, I gave her one purchased at *preluxz* Mini Lady Dior Gardenia Wallet, my mother is very happy, she feels it is well worth the money.
Great video I always like your breakdown of why it did or didn’t work for you. TFS 👛🛍️🙏🦆🚢
Thank you Dee Dee 🩵
Congratulations on selling your bags!
Thank you. I was getting a bit overwhelmed with the number of bags that I had.
@ I completely understand. I feel the same way. I usually send any handbags that are brand accepted to the realreal but the return is very little. Let’s say it’s a Kate spade I used only twice it cost me $200 I get like $10-20 max. But I try to think about someone else is using it and it’s out of my closet. If I sell on poshmark it’s a better turnaround but sometimes it takes a year or longer for it to sell.
@ I give a lot of my contemporary bags away to friends and family. It’s not worth the hassle of trying to sell it, shipping it out, for such a small amount. Every time I see them use it, it makes me happy. I feel like my money wasn’t wasted.
@ I never thought of it that way.
@@MelissaAdams-WadeSo where do I go to purchase that orange bottega?
I understand had to get it out of my system purchases!!!
@@fuchsiafloyd every now and then one just won’t get off my mind even when I know it won’t be a good purchase.
The quality of *hotdups* is better than many high-end brands. The leather really feels better the more you use it.
They always mess up the painted edges with overpaint, such a pity. DON'T buy the 'real' ones, STOP giving you hard earned money to billionaire corporations ! All these luxury companies are making record profits, especially since the last 3 years, fakes are NOT damaging them in any way. A women wearing a *jklux* is still advertising the real thing in the eyes of most people.
Thanks for sharing that is so awesome that you and April are able to become friends and be able to meet up. And that is very cute that your husband will actually have a full-blown conversation weighing pros and cons of a bag with you. I can never get my boyfriend to do that lol
My husband is fully invested in my handbag collection and TH-cam channel. He is my biggest supporter 🩵
I LOVE these types of videos! Watching now…. I need to curate my collection. Don’t want to regret getting rid of anything. I don’t love a real structured bag either.
@@contentwithcandace it feels great to have a collection with bags I love and to clear out the ones I don’t.
I really like your personality~the way you talk! We get along like old friends. *hotdups* , GOOD!!
Great tips! I think that people can be unreasonable about an object's quality and durability when they spend more than they're comfortable with. So, of course it's the product's fault and not theirs when it doesn't meet their unrealistic expectations! LOL! Your videos always teach me something and make me smile. Best wishes to you and your family for a wonderful holiday season! *jklux*
Congrats on selling! I am going to get rid of some of my items that I no longer use including a maroon Chloe Faye, canvas camera Marmont Gucci bag and mini pink pandora Givenchy, though I think that last one is honestly worth almost nothing now a days - well! Glad you had such success!
It is sad how much the depreciate over the years but I’m sure you got lots of use out of them.
Hi Melissa. Like you, I don’t keep bags I don’t wear. Looking at the bags I sold last year, a lot were too heavy and unfortunately not all web sites list the weight. I sold my mini Woody tote, nice but loud to wear in public transports and my Polene No 1 mini with the chain but I kept the backpack.
It’s never fun when a bag doesn’t work out for us.
Hi Melissa. Enjoyed your video. I’ve also sold some of my LV bags. Right now I have the Rivoli PM. It’s brand new. I never used it I ended up using another bag that is very similar. I am planning on selling the Rivoli PM. 😊
I’ve been on an impromptu selling spree as well. 2024 was the year I tried lots and really honed in on what works for me. Now, my hope is to curate a little further so I can keep my collection under a certain number. I’m creating some “rules” as I go so I don’t over purge as well.
@@WhatLeslyeLoves I think that’s great Leslye. I’d like to keep my collection under 25 bags in total. That includes contemporary and luxury bags. I don’t plan to buy much in 2025 as far as bags go. I have some home improvement plans that will take up most of my “extra” $
I love your authenticity and your colourful background ! I started last year to get into handbags again, and sold my tiny old collection: LV Speedy and Mini pochette, couple Coach, Longchamp and Alexander Wang Rockie bag. I then invested that money into new pieces and went for TheHorse Clementine, Songmont Mini Drippy Roof, Coach Swinger and I'm considering to get either the Cecilia (knit version) from Zadig&Voltaire or the Polène Numéro 10... If anyone has good feedback on them I'm open to hear them! :)
@@SDC-02 Thank you so much. I wish I could give you feedback but I don’t own any of those bags. The Drippy Rough bag has been on my mind for a while now. What are your thoughts on the bag?
Selling can be very frustrating. Most of my items I sold last year were NWT. I didn’t charge retail but folks were still lowballing me. I’m being very mindful in 2025 so that I don’t (hopefully) make the same mistakes. Keep enjoying DUYP. The quality and prices are great. It’s Ok to be brand loyal to Coach, LV, etc. from a standpoint that you get high quality items at a comfortable price point. However, it’s just silly to take it to a personal level being that these brands keep it strictly business with us. TFS❤❤❤
@@Licia1318 I agree. I think it’s silly to care what brands someone else loves. I want to be very intentional with the bags I add to my collection in 2025. The number one question I’ll be asking myself is if I see it being in my collection for years. If the answer is no I need to walk away.
Great video. I've tried several Polene bags. I'm done with them. Not for me.
Hope you get the Coach Tabby 26 Refresh. I love mine. It's one of my favourite bags. I get so much use out of it. I absolutely love it❤
@@SoleilAlexa I agree. I need to remover that next time I see a pretty Polene bag 🤣.
What color do you have?
@MelissaAdams-Wade So true! Me too.🙈
I have it in chalk. Bright white doesn't work for me, so the more off-white is perfect. And I'm warm toned, so the gold hardware is what I prefer. I have owned the bag for one year. And I've used it so much. And even though it's so light in colour, it still looks brand new. The quality is amazing.
Yes I sold throughout the years and I do seriously ask myself a question is there and bag I miss seriously I do just two but I did use the heck out of it and was well loved and used it so much had zero regrets money spend well .
Zero regrets is great. 🩵
Hi how do I purchase the orange bottega?
Please send me a DM on Instagram or an email. My information is linked in the description box. Thank you
I don't think I knew you sold you Bottega pouch. One of my closest friends bought the Graceful last week. Hers is sitting in her closet too 😑
@@Jploveslv I just sold it a couple weeks ago. You ladies better use those beautiful bags lol
My collection is a lot smaller than yours but I also have a really hard time letting go of any bags so I have to be careful what I buy lol I get attached
@@Breanna.HouseOfCorgis I think that a small collection of bags you love is perfect.
That duyp looks too much like pochette metis and I personally do not like dupes or knock offs.I don't want "more", just a few quality pieces. Your coach Tabby sold?
Yes, all of the bags mentioned in the beginning of the video are sold. The last three are not sold. Information is in the description box.
Aww I sold my LouLou 😢
@@nikkiolukoya You sold your LouLou?
@@MelissaAdams-Wadeyeah it was beautiful but for some reason I never wore it. I’ll be making a video soon 😢
@ I hear ya. I used mine very seldom and mostly for work.
Hey beautiful. Such a great video... in fact, I often say it's one of my most favorite video on the luxury community. I love seeing, hearing and learning what works or don't work and why for a person. Thanks for sharing so much. 🌬🤍
p.s. you are Truly Gorgeous!
@@mindbodysoul8214 Thank you so much 🥰💚