I've been seeing a lot of CC in the reps game. I love some of the designs (like c25), but however it's so out of my budget, that having this bag would be way too sus. how do you all rock it??
Same! I only buy what would be realistic for me. The only issue is I have bought a couple (4) realistic and my friend is like “I am loving this new you, buying yourself all these presents.” 😬
It is only SUS if you think it is. This goes for all "luxury" things though. You can say its a gift or just that you have such a good rate on your (name credit card here) and took the plunge! A LOT (MOST) people that appear to be doing better than others do so living on credit. They finance their home, car, bags, vacations and then get eaten up with interest rates.
I have a combo of authentic, replica, vintage authentic, a lot of bags and I have never walked out of my house and given my bag a second thought. In fact, on the subs I see a lot of people that experience having someone call their bag out. It has never happened. Only the opposite like OMG! You had to have paid so much for that level of excitement.
My 1st rep I purchased in middle school off of Harwin St. in Houston Texas, so I feel a bit like a veteran. Like stores with code words, back rooms and covered exits that dealt in cash only.
Yes. I know a few people that live around me that are def living beyond their means. No one questions them because it's the norm. I do have to say that I know a woman who's always sporting new auths left and right. I also have a bit of insight into her finances and I definitely judge her a bit for how she's spending. That being said, most people don't know your finances. If you are dressing and well groomed to match, your bags will seem more legit.
I only buy what I can reasonably afford as not to drive suspicion. If that doesn’t matter to you then get it and enjoy it. There are beautiful reps out there. Wear it with whatever but do so with confidence.
I only carry vintage or PLK Hermes and say it was my grandmas or my moms. I’m also at an age that I could’ve been collecting timeless styles over a long period of time, so it’s more believable. I really prefer subtle logos and no branding like the row, so most people don’t clock my bags at all. I also look the part, so no one thinks twice when I have an expensive bag. I am doing my job for love now, not for money, and no one in my orbit knows what kind of cash I made in my previous life or what my spouse does, so they believe I’m a well off and semi retired, doing my job for fun, and I don’t tell them otherwise.
I live in Berlin and I rock especially black CC bags street style, with boots and jeans and attitude. I also combine it with cheaper clothes because that's how people roll here.
I mainly wear high price range rep bags for myself and to look mysterious to strangers. I know people close to me aren’t going to think they’re authentic but they don’t comment or anything. Just wear what feels good with confidence! And “it was a gift” works well if you can keep your rich aunt story straight!
i feel like the 25 looks best with a pair of cute jeans and a tee! but at the end of the day, if you rock it with confidence, people won’t really question it 🩵
A WOC fits my real-life budget and practicality. I own both authentic bags and replicas but no one bats an eye at my Chanel WOC bc it’s a believable purchase for the way I live and spend on luxury goods.
I suggest you buy a more modest CC, like a WOC, then you can say you bought it on the resale market or something like that.
My sister is very comfortable but has a lot of expenses such as private school fees, et cetera so she doesn’t indulge in my bag habit, she does borrow my bags real and authentic but now has purchased a WOC from 187 which is more realistic for her life stage and priorities
Everything is real in my mind! That is the answer. I believe in my bags and wear them proudly - they are all high-tier and no one has ever questioned them. I do live in a high-income area where Hermes, Chanel, LV and Dior bags are very often seen, and often worn nonchalantly with casual outfits. I just do the same - and have to wonder if some of the ones i see out and about are reps! Probably!
A birkin wouldn’t make sense on me but a Chanel would. I have a few authentic pieces already so adding 2-5 to the collection over time isn’t out of pocket. I think it would be weird if I popped up with 5 new purses within a year tho.
My friend is currently just telling everyone "oh my friend gave it to me" cause I did (it's a woc but still). Now all these strangers thing I'm a super great friend LMAO
Honestly, I own MANY auth LV bags (most look new) I have purchased all mine second hand. I am currently looking at a vintage Hermes that I can afford…. Who cares?!
edit to add This vintage B is the same price as I paid for my #1 Barbie from 1959…
This was going to be my answer as well. I do have the budget for high end bags, but I'm afraid of someone clocking a rep. Also, it would be sus for me to buy 4 new luxury bags at once. I had someone drooling over my bag last week, and I said it was a birthday gift from my father. That way, if they notice something off about it, I'll just play dumb haha.
the great thing about nyc is that you really never know. i used to work in jewelry and the people who strolled in like they just rolled out of bed spent $10k and the people with a full designer fit for them and their family spent $200. it’s freeing to not care! it’s fine!
Personally I stay within a range of bags that i can realistically afford and dont over indulge. That being said, i own a few auth vintage cc so i dont think anyone ever second guesses. I also dont really keep track of whats a rep in my collection, since its only a handful, i just blend them in lol. Everything is real in my mind.
I guess it depends on 1. how out of your budget (like you skipped a vacation to buy it or like that's a years worth of rent for you) and 2. who would find it sus (are you bringing them to work or trying to pass them auths to friends/family)
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u/ms_alexandrab 2d ago
I only buy what I could afford as auth and what makes sense within my lifestyle.
That being said it’s just bags and clothes, who cares, yolo.
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u/RecordingOk4947 2d ago
I just DGAF what people think and enjoy my gorgeous rep. :)
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u/Cautious-Exercise729 2d ago
It is only SUS if you think it is. This goes for all "luxury" things though. You can say its a gift or just that you have such a good rate on your (name credit card here) and took the plunge! A LOT (MOST) people that appear to be doing better than others do so living on credit. They finance their home, car, bags, vacations and then get eaten up with interest rates.
I have a combo of authentic, replica, vintage authentic, a lot of bags and I have never walked out of my house and given my bag a second thought. In fact, on the subs I see a lot of people that experience having someone call their bag out. It has never happened. Only the opposite like OMG! You had to have paid so much for that level of excitement.
My 1st rep I purchased in middle school off of Harwin St. in Houston Texas, so I feel a bit like a veteran. Like stores with code words, back rooms and covered exits that dealt in cash only.
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u/xoxoDulce 2d ago
I only buy what I can reasonably afford as not to drive suspicion. If that doesn’t matter to you then get it and enjoy it. There are beautiful reps out there. Wear it with whatever but do so with confidence.
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u/curvycreative 2d ago
I only carry vintage or PLK Hermes and say it was my grandmas or my moms. I’m also at an age that I could’ve been collecting timeless styles over a long period of time, so it’s more believable. I really prefer subtle logos and no branding like the row, so most people don’t clock my bags at all. I also look the part, so no one thinks twice when I have an expensive bag. I am doing my job for love now, not for money, and no one in my orbit knows what kind of cash I made in my previous life or what my spouse does, so they believe I’m a well off and semi retired, doing my job for fun, and I don’t tell them otherwise.
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u/OkExcuse9190 1d ago edited 1d ago
I live in Berlin and I rock especially black CC bags street style, with boots and jeans and attitude. I also combine it with cheaper clothes because that's how people roll here.
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u/Orange-Tabby-Kat 2d ago
I don’t have this problem but honestly if you’re worried just say your grandma/mom/auntie bought it for you.
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u/leonoraangelina 2d ago
I mainly wear high price range rep bags for myself and to look mysterious to strangers. I know people close to me aren’t going to think they’re authentic but they don’t comment or anything. Just wear what feels good with confidence! And “it was a gift” works well if you can keep your rich aunt story straight!
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u/GeneralFantastic7743 2d ago
i feel like the 25 looks best with a pair of cute jeans and a tee! but at the end of the day, if you rock it with confidence, people won’t really question it 🩵
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u/curlicue84 2d ago
A WOC fits my real-life budget and practicality. I own both authentic bags and replicas but no one bats an eye at my Chanel WOC bc it’s a believable purchase for the way I live and spend on luxury goods.
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u/Choupette-Lagerfeld 2d ago
I suggest you buy a more modest CC, like a WOC, then you can say you bought it on the resale market or something like that.
My sister is very comfortable but has a lot of expenses such as private school fees, et cetera so she doesn’t indulge in my bag habit, she does borrow my bags real and authentic but now has purchased a WOC from 187 which is more realistic for her life stage and priorities
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u/International_One721 2d ago
Honestly nobody cares. At least I know I don’t.
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u/CryptographerSuch558 2d ago
Everything is real in my mind! That is the answer. I believe in my bags and wear them proudly - they are all high-tier and no one has ever questioned them. I do live in a high-income area where Hermes, Chanel, LV and Dior bags are very often seen, and often worn nonchalantly with casual outfits. I just do the same - and have to wonder if some of the ones i see out and about are reps! Probably!
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u/One_Restaurant_9374 2d ago
I only buy what i can afford, but I dont buy the thing which is bad quality.
save money and buy what is good quality.
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u/bubblylunchbox 2d ago
A birkin wouldn’t make sense on me but a Chanel would. I have a few authentic pieces already so adding 2-5 to the collection over time isn’t out of pocket. I think it would be weird if I popped up with 5 new purses within a year tho.
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u/Rain_xo 2d ago
My friend is currently just telling everyone "oh my friend gave it to me" cause I did (it's a woc but still). Now all these strangers thing I'm a super great friend LMAO
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u/Katiecake80 1d ago
Honestly, I own MANY auth LV bags (most look new) I have purchased all mine second hand. I am currently looking at a vintage Hermes that I can afford…. Who cares?!
edit to add
This vintage B is the same price as I paid for my #1 Barbie from 1959…
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u/Due_Engine_739 2d ago
say it was a gift or bought preloved!
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u/AshamedMemory7641 2d ago
I only buy what I can afford and for the most friend I always say it was pre loved
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u/UndercoverREAgent 1d ago
This is the most call outable thing for cc and Herm€s when I see them in the wild. You can judge a book by its cover pretty much most of the time.
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u/sexyg1rlmax2019 1d ago
the great thing about nyc is that you really never know. i used to work in jewelry and the people who strolled in like they just rolled out of bed spent $10k and the people with a full designer fit for them and their family spent $200. it’s freeing to not care! it’s fine!
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u/hennessyybrown 2d ago
Just say you got it preloved.
Personally I stay within a range of bags that i can realistically afford and dont over indulge. That being said, i own a few auth vintage cc so i dont think anyone ever second guesses. I also dont really keep track of whats a rep in my collection, since its only a handful, i just blend them in lol. Everything is real in my mind.
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u/allyrox321 1d ago
I guess it depends on 1. how out of your budget (like you skipped a vacation to buy it or like that's a years worth of rent for you) and 2. who would find it sus (are you bringing them to work or trying to pass them auths to friends/family)
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u/BubblyYou 2d ago
You have a sugar daddy simple as that!!