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You might not make the connection between Hong Kong and preloved luxury at first but there are so many great preloved luxury stores here in the city.
Okay, hear me out.
When you think of preloved luxury, you might think of worn-out clothes and accessories but that’s not the case.
There are so many preloved items out there that have been taken care of so well that you can’t even tell it’s secondhand.
Another reason to turn to the preloved market is to find collectibles or vintage items. The price is also cheaper compared to buying it at full retail price. There are so many good reasons to buy preloved!
But when it comes to preloved luxury, you need to be careful where to shop because there are a lot of fakes out there. They’re getting smarter about making them too.
In this blog post, I’ll go through websites and local stores in Hong Kong to find preloved authentic designer stuff.
Let’s get started!
Where to Buy SecondHand Luxury Bags in Hong Kong – Websites
Vestiaire Collective
Vestiaire Collective is the biggest platform on this list and one of my absolute favourite websites in the world.
There are tens of thousands of items added to the website per day whether it’s jewellery, watches, shoes, handbags, or clothes.
Not only are most luxury items heavily discounted, but you can get an even further discount if you’re patient. For example, during the holidays, the website gives members coupon codes to encourage consumption. There are times when discount codes drop out of nowhere too.
Vestiaire also has a cool feature where it allows you to negotiate with the seller on a product’s price. Take advantage of these opportunities and you can score an amazing deal.
Think about all that money you saved after negotiating AND applying a discount code!
The seller will send the item you purchased to the nearest global Vestiare office for authentication and quality check. The process might take longer compared to directly shipping to your place (it is an option for some products) but if you’re spending a significant amount of money, isn’t it worthwhile to wait a few more days for reassurance to make sure it’s not a fake?
I wrote a whole blog post on how to properly use Vestiaire Collective so check it out.
Fashionphile
Fashionphile is another popular preloved luxury website that ships to many countries around the globe.
There is a heavy emphasis on Louis Vuitton and Chanel on this website but there are other premium brands as well including Prada, Valentino, Celine, Goyard, etc.
Although Chanel has significantly increased its prices over the years, people still go crazy for this brand. Their popularity may have taken a hit with some people but it’s still one of the most demanded luxury brands out there. Fashionphile isn’t the cheapest preloved luxury website but Chanel lovers won’t want to miss out on this designer resale website.
One of the best things about Fashionphile is they often overstate their flaws. For example, the description might say this Chanel bag has some scratches on the hardware as an imperfection. When you buy the bag and receive it in the mail, you’ll realize some of these are so minor that you would miss them had it not been for the detailed product description.
This is a great marketing technique because Fashionphile is now known for this and has high customer satisfaction.
You can learn more about the company by reading my experience with Fashionphile.
The Luxury Closet
Founded in 2011, The Luxury Closet is in located in Dubai but ships globally.
There is a large inventory selection with brands such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, Goyard, Rolex, and Cartier.
When you see a bag or accessory you like, there is a price offer section. Submit your price offer to the seller. The seller then decides on whether or not to accept it. It’s similar to Vestiaire Collective.
The seller might not always accept the buyer’s offer. If the price is out of your range, you can wait for a price markdown. Similar to Fashionphile, the longer an item is in their inventory, the heavier the discount.
So don’t forget to favourite an item to keep track of price markdowns to score your perfect luxury fashion piece!
The RealReal
The RealReal is another company that will always be mentioned in the preloved luxury community. It is based in the United States and has millions of active members on the platform.
The first step is to become a member of the RealReal. You won’t be able to browse the products on their website if you don’t register.
With a team of experts authenticating the products, it is a safe and reliable platform to purchase preowned designer goods.
There are even physical stores in New York and Los Angeles for those who are interested in visiting in person if they’re in the US.
Rebag
Rebag might not be as famous as some of the other preloved websites on this list. However, it’s worth mentioning because of the huge selection of secondhand bags they have available for sale.
As the rise of designer resale platforms continues to increase, Rebag has a large potential to be one of the leading online preloved platforms.
The products go through a rigorous process and cost about a fraction of the retail price. With great deals, be sure to check out this underrated website.
eBay
eBay might not be a lot of people’s first choice when it comes to shopping preloved. Unlike other preloved platforms talked about so far, there is no team of experts scrutinizing the product to make sure your product is authentic.
However, if you do your research carefully, there is no need to completely write off eBay.
They now have a dedicated section called the Authenticity Guaranteed page. The process is similar to Vestiaire where the product is first sent to an expert to do a quality check on the handbag before making its way to its new home. There’s no extra fee to pay either!
But what if the handbag you want isn’t on there and it’s just on one of the regular pages on eBay?
It is possible to buy from normal eBay sellers but I would strongly recommend you to pick sellers with a strong profile. This means being nit-picky with the seller’s high ratings and reviews.
Carousell
Carousell is like a local eBay for Hong Kongers.
Like eBay, there is a certified luxury section where if you buy a bag from this section, it is guaranteed to be authentic and backed up by experts.
The photos of the item on this page look like they are professionally taken. You can examine and zoom in on the pictures before making a decision.
On the other hand, if you choose to shop at the regular Carousell section, you can meet up with the seller in person or ask the seller to send the item to your place.
Meeting up is probably the better option because you can feel the product in real life and see if there was anything that wasn’t captured in the pictures. Again, look out for the seller’s reviews and ratings because you don’t want to be scammed.
Where to Buy SecondHand Luxury Bags in Hong Kong – Local Stores
This next section is about the brick-and-mortar stores in Hong Kong. Although online websites can reach a global audience, some people prefer to go shopping in person to feel and examine the product in real life.
There is obviously a concern that the products at these stores are fake. Most of these stores in Hong Kong are places I have either bought from or sold to so I can vouch for them.
Milan Station
Milan Station is the most popular local preloved luxury shop in Hong Kong.
If you ask people on the streets to ask them where to buy preloved in HK, many of them will unsurprisingly say Milan Station. You’ll spot stores all over the city.
This widely recognized chain is a HK publicly listed company so there’s a lot of reassurance that the products inside the stores are not fake.
Luxholic
Luxholic is located in Tsim Sha Tsui. This preloved store has been around for a while now and pretty popular amongst the preloved community in Hong Kong. They have more than 70K Instagram followers.
Luxholic does have its website but most customers get updates through their social media. There are two separate Instagram accounts although they both operate under Luxholic.
The official Luxholic.HK account sells Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Hermes products.
Their other account, petiteslux.HK has a wider variety of brands like Celine, Gucci, Fendi, Burberry, Loewe, etc.
One thing to note is that they do open later in the day. The shop doesn’t open until 3 pm so that’s something to be aware of if you want to sell something to Luxholic or take a look at the store in person.
Brand Off
Brand Off is from Tokyo, Japan but opened international stores in Hong Kong.
Japan is known to sell preloved luxury and it just so happens that Hong Kong people are also big fans of designer items. So it’s not a surprise that Brand Off opened some shops in this city.
Their website has descriptive photos of each product from different angles. There is even a grading system to let potential customers know the newness of an item.
Plus, the best part of it is that if you want to see the product in real life, you can request to preview it at a brand off store of your choice at no additional cost. This feature is very attractive to those who are choosy about preloved items.
Obsess Planet
Obsess Planet is also from Japan but has international locations in Hong Kong, Portugal, and Toronto.
To be honest, the Obsess Planet store in Mong Kok does not have the nicest interior (the other locations are better). It doesn’t scream luxury but some people don’t care about that. They’re more focused on finding good deals and Obsess Planet fits the bill.
On their website, you’ll find that some products have pictures while others don’t. It makes it hard to blindly purchase a preloved item when there is no description or good photos.
When it comes to shopping from Obsess Planet, it’s better to go visit their store in person.
Belluxe
Belluxe is a shop in Causeway Bay that is one of my favourites websites for cheap luxury.
Not only do they have impeccable service from the staff but they are on point with the website listings. This store makes sure that every product in its inventory has a listing on its website.
The company takes pictures from all sorts of angles and even include mod shots. This means there is a picture of a person carrying the bag in case customers want a visual picture of how large the item will be next to a human body.
Belluxe is really going for the luxurious feel. They made renovations and it feels more high-class than before.
This place is also quite busy. Every time I visit here, there’s always at least one other customer inside the store despite it not being very big.
You’ll see boxes stacked around so you know there is no shortage of inventory for you to browse.
The only downside about Belluxe is that getting inside might be a bit more trouble than visiting other preloved stores. You have to ring the store for them to open the gated door for you. Introverts and people who are socially anxious might be more hesitant to do this. However, there might be people walking in and out of the building and you can get in that way as well.
Honourable Mentions – SecondHand Luxury Bags in Hong Kong
To be honest, there are so many local preloved luxury stores. I have no experience with many of them from a buyer or seller’s point of view but the following does have a decent social media following. These are ones that I have heard of that sell authentic used designer items so I put these in the honourable mention section.
Tips on Buying SecondHand Luxury Bags in Hong Kong
1) When it comes to shopping at local preloved stores, the best tip I can give is to follow their social media handles closely.
Many of them have websites but their website is often not a reflection of their entire inventory. It’s not as updated. Often, these stores have flash sales and customers will snatch the product so fast on their Instagram account that the store hasn’t even had time to put it up as a website listing.
If you don’t follow their Facebook or Instagram closely, you could miss out on a lot of good deals and your ideal bag.
2) Check the description box, details, and photos carefully. Zoom in on the photos for flaws and reread the description to make sure exactly you know what you’re buying, especially if you’re purchasing something online.
Even if you shop in-person, the preloved stores in Hong Kong don’t do refunds so take your sweet time to make sure you’re certain about a particular product and its imperfections.
Final Thoughts – Where to Buy SecondHand Luxury Bags in Hong Kong
These designer resale stores are terrific options who want to buy luxury at a discount. Whether you prefer shopping online like Vestiaire Collective or at a physical store, there is no shortage of choices.
So what are you waiting for?
Check out these secondhand luxury stores and go treasure-hunting for the perfect item to add to your wardrobe!
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Nicole