THE RESALE MARKET IS VERY DEAD & LUXURY YOUTUBE IS TO BLAME.

[@EssSimplyDone]

That comment is kinda right. Out of all the people that are hosting a vlog sale right now , ALL of them have pieces that were never used. That’s means we’re just buying to be buying. …… We need to get out of the buy buy buy buy mentality……

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree, I definitely need to switch that thinking

[@hollygrace6814]

yep...........

[@kgan4733]

They most likely used it, but just falsely claim it's new to claim better price. In other cases, newer condition ones are fake bags

[@AnUrbanGypsy]

It’s not KZbin, it’s just the current economy. People who bought bags as a monetary investment in the hope of selling for an inflated price when they needed the money, are now discovering that everyone needs the money at the same time. Many sellers are still wanting to get back what they paid for the bag - some even want close to current retail - but there aren’t enough buyers with money. I love a Vlog sale from a KZbin creator because their bags are still in great condition when sold!

[@ameliarosescloset]

There are definitely a lot less people buying and i agree prices need to be realistic

[@ea1420]

It’s interesting that I’ve seen a flood of vlog sales recently. I do think that many influencers are buying bags and turning luxury into fast fashion. And, I also tend to think that some influencers can’t afford to buy at the rate they do, and to keep up with the next big thing they have to sell what they have. However, I also think these kind of vlog sales and the prices many bags are advertised at have an influencer premium included. The average person cannot afford to purchase at the rate of influencers and even more critically the average person cannot get recoup nearly the amount of money that most influencers can recoup. Even if the bag is being sold at a loss. So I think influencers do a huge disservice to the luxury community. However, with that said, we all have control over our own choices. My viewing habits have changed. I do not watch influencers who have mega collections. If you have more bags than you can actually carry. If you have bags that you never carry. If you continue to unbox more things. I don’t care for that any longer.

[@ameliarosescloset]

very well reasoned comment, thank you

[@AnUrbanGypsy]

I think the YT algorithm pushes more onto us if we watch just one sale and it feels like everyone is doing it. The ‘influencer premium’ really depends on the influencer selling. I’ve purchased from two and got a reduction of 40% and 50% from what they paid. Maybe it’s just Chanel and Hermès that bring the premium. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@deborahcurtis1385]

Yes but reseller organisations with websites tend to take a huge premium so vloggers tend to reduce their prices below that. If they're selling directly you get a discount and it's a win/win for the buyer and the vlogger. But if they're referring you to a reseller then the discount isn't going to be as big. I've got bags I don't use but that's life I will probably hang onto them or gift them rather than sell into this market.

[@tangiessubtleluxuries]

I agree...we have control over our choices.

[@CarolDirienzo-j6g]

Everything you said was spot on. My luxury journey was definitely influenced from watching KZbin luxury influencers. Seeing huge bag collections was something new to me. I did like the unboxing videos and the what fits inside was a great help in my decision making. But over the last few years I have been sickened by the price increases. To a point it’s made me think differently about the brand. I stopped watching certain influencers because I simply can’t relate to their lifestyle. I only watch videos from the content creators that I can relate to and love their personalities. Please continue to make these chat videos because I really enjoy them. I love your collection and your personality.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much, i have stopped watching a few as well x

[@jaks_bag_attack]

I think the resale market is realistic, I think people are waiting till its at least half of retail to buy it

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think prices will continue to become more realistic

[@jaks_bag_attack]

@ameliarosescloset it's just leveling out so it's not great for resale but that's how it always is value is only held when someone is willing to spend the amount, asked, worth is subjective.

[@dawnlovescouture2644]

@@jaks_bag_attackAbsolutely Jackie!

[@erinnadia0409]

This! 🙌🏼

[@antoa5825]

I think what you are saying is spot on. There is a rebalancing taking place of the luxury resale world. Let's not forget that for a while there were so many resellers who would buy the hyped and highly sought after bags, only to list them for double the price, increasing scarcity and leading the brands to raise prices to counter the trend. In economics the market bears whatever the buyer is willing to pay. It looks like the buyers have reached their limit.

[@ameliarosescloset]

A limit needed to be reached I think

[@joannasliwa8147]

Hi Amelia ! What I really appreciate is when you " inform us" which handbag you decided to sell so as to buy your new " crush 💗" designer handbag and therefore how you keep your " luxury-items" budget safe . KZbinrs like you , Meredith or Dayle who can afford designer items are in my eyes honest and transparent . Greetings from Paris

[@sams3015]

100% and very open something is gifted

[@ameliarosescloset]

thank you so much!

[@KimberlyFairchild58]

I also think there is a wave now of people down sizing and de-cluttering. I’ve personally spent the weekend being absolutely ruthless in getting rid of “stuff” either to trash or charity. I personally need a great purge to clear my mind. I’m finding I feel stress with an over abundance of possessions. I think when you add this purge phenomenon to the “quiet luxury” trend you get lots of people selling and not as many buying.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Very good point, there is no better feeling than a good clear out!

[@MrsSparkle]

I figured most influencers realize we are going into a recession and if they need money they better sell these bags while there is demand. If I had Chanel bags it would be hard for me not to sell my entire collection just on finances alone. Fashionphile has now changed their return policy to 15 days and I wonder if its because sales are down. If money is tight shopping stops.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I had heard fashionphile sales had slowed down

[@MelissaAdams-Wade]

Great topic Amelia. I love how you can take a comment that couldn’t be taken negatively and you talk about it subjectively. ❤

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much!

[@cmTube45]

I agree. There are a lot of issues that impact the market and you touched on many of them. Reseller companies offers pennies on the dollar and sell for more than retail. The only winners are resellers, luxury brands and influencers. Reselling bags for full price is difficult for the average person today. Resellers don’t offer much and the competition is tough. Not to mention the problem with fakes. I agree with selling bags that you find no longer works for you. It’s not practical to keep a bag that you don’t use. Also it depends on your profession. If your in fashion you can’t just keep everything forever. It’s annoying for some people to hold KZbinrs to a standard that is just ridiculous. I’m priced out of lux bags and I’m happy with what I got. I’m moving on to something else. I still enjoy watching others unbox but I’m good. I love your channel…so much substance.

[@ameliarosescloset]

thank you so much!

[@NIGELNOTRENDS]

I’m glad some air has been taken out of the tyres of the lux market. I’m able to be more rational and patient when browsing online. Also I think you’re maybe the most authentic YT’er with a bag collection to match. You have bags I’ve never seen or heard of before and I find that refreshing

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree, i’m glad the frenzy is slowing down and thank you so much!

[@MN-rx5ni]

I did buy a few things for my "fantasy self" and sold them unused. We all make mistakes and learn more about our style.

[@ameliarosescloset]

this is so true

[@cherpeters8775]

Yep. Me too!

[@erinnadia0409]

Yes me too! I've only sold a few bags but it doesn't matter, we all make mistakes! When I'm wearing scrubs 5 days a week and spend my weekends doing yoga and beach days I don't need a "satin Jimmy Choo clutch" 😂😅 so it got sold, the fantasy self is so accurate

[@deborahcurtis1385]

It's all for my fantasy self! We live in a kind of constructed reality at the best of times. Nobody actually 'needs' luxury items. JIMO

[@helenhall299]

Fantasy self! So true!

[@Buttercookiesssss]

I never feel that you to buy and sell just for content, that's why I am still following you. We won't know something isn't suitable for us until we own it sometimes. Really uncalled for to call you out for this. Good video on this resale market topic. I certainly feel that social media plays a part in it. With so many videos doing blog sales, minimalism, no logos trend etc going around, ppl are definitely affected and suddenly everyone wanna sell, thus flooding the resale market. Valid point on the economy too. Luxury isn't priority.. And I believe some ppl are selling things to fund daily expenses. 😢

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you x

[@KatherineInToronto]

Something you said was a big ah-ha for me .... if it wasn't for luxury social media most of us wouldn't know about most bags. This is SO true and very interesting for me to think about as it applies to my own life and media consumption. FWIW,. I was buying on the preloved market long before covid and it was such a sane, enjoyable experience as a buyer. I really hope it goes back to that kind of pace again personally & selfishly because I am not a seller. I really enjoy your openness to challenging ideas and your willingness to self-reflect. It is a lovely quality you have.

[@ameliarosescloset]

thank you so much!

[@luxelessonswithl.a.6095]

Great video as always. I completely agree and will be interested to watch the lux community evolve as a recession looms. Here in the US interest rates are at 25 year highs, etc etc. I too, jumped in with both feet during the pandemic and some of my early purchases were misses. Sold 2 of the 3. Now, I buy what I like with a mind toward what won’t seem too dated in a few years. Keep ‘em coming!

[@ameliarosescloset]

it is interesting to see what is coming

[@littleindulgences7679]

Agree 100% with your comment about people getting fed up with the big luxury houses. I have been researching French bag designers in the mid range and am currently waiting for a delivery from some of these designers to see what the quality is like. I know for me I also feel much more self conscious carrying a very recognisable big brand bag when it is so obvious how many people are falling into poverty.

[@ameliarosescloset]

And yet they will continue to raise their prices

[@deborahcurtis1385]

It's like class warfare and also you don't want to attract situations like being robbed. The wealthy have become increasingly paranoid these days, there are bag snatching events happening in places you'd assume are low risk. There are now parts of my city which are no-go areas and I don't take any luxury branding there.

[@courtneyhouser8008]

If one of those brands happens to be Polene, you will NOT be disappointed! I own 7 bags from them. I adore their styles/colors/service.

[@littleindulgences7679]

I was amazed at how many French brands there are. It speaks to a rich tradition of creativity and craftsmanship which is sadly missing in the UK and Ireland.

[@helenhall299]

Have you checked Ateliers Auguste? Unfortunately many of their styles are currently sold out. I’m on a waiting list :(

[@Tenzin62]

I had a horror experience with a consignment outfit that a KZbinr (not Amelia) pushed hard. Months of bull with them. They didn’t even reply to emails or messages once they had your bag. I appealed to the KZbinr who promptly blocked me. Trustpilot should have been my first port of call, it wasn’t. Be careful who you give your bags to.

[@ameliarosescloset]

oh that is terrible, I am sorry that happened

[@katemiller7874]

Well it would be helpful if you tell us the company that you purchased from so others don’t make the same mistake.

[@idgybaby3480]

​@@katemiller7874 I agree. Name and shame. A vague comment doesn't help to protect anyone.

[@Tenzin62]

@@idgybaby3480 I don’t want to bring any of their potential trouble to this channel. They are fond of blocking and reporting

[@deborahcurtis1385]

@@Tenzin62 Horrible experience! I had a seller in Japan using eBay I was purchaser used PayPal and was onto them immediately. They tried a number of tricks to try to deceive like giving me a voucher to return the item which was intentionally distorted and didn't read using the machine so I couldn't send it back the scanner wouldn't work. I was onto both eBay and PayPal and kicked up a stink. They were trying to make themselves look like they'd done all the right things when really they were cheating and lying. It made me infuriated in the end I got my money back and still have the bag. It is however a fake, so I use it to go to the beach. I also try to out fakes with a warning but then the sellers would just block me and delete the listing and relist. A the time there was a kind of mania taking over about handbags and I got swept up in it a bit. Clearly I still like the aesthetics of it all and putting an outfit together it's light relief. But it can be hugely stressful. Sorry you lost out they have got some very bad karma coming to them.

[@KimberlyFairchild58]

You are definitely genuine in your love of your bags and nothing like the influencers who buy and sell constantly. Anyone that watches you regularly knows you buy bags you really love, not intending to sell them. We’ve all bought things that didn’t work in the long run, and needed to sell. Good video, thanks ❤

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much x

[@lanabanana4752]

Agreeeed, we all hav those items those items we love but found other we love more and are willing to part with - Amelia is so authentic. Love watching her.

[@Kimmykopey791]

I’ve been watching you this past year or so and I do think you are probably one of the most authentic you tubers out there. There is a few you tubers I can think of who would lead me to believe they only buy for unboxing. Videos and they they return bag. Fomo definitely drives prices up in the prelove market- as you say ppl just don’t have disposable income they way we had and the price increases houses have imposed are very heavy and that’s impacting the pre loved too

[@ameliarosescloset]

agree with this analysis , and thank you!

[@jessicalovesluxedesignerfa3806]

Luxury supply and demand has become much more nuanced because of the existence of the resale market and people showing their bags on social media / YT. The influencers drive the hype for the current bags... And then the resale market, ironically, also drove the hype for future collections by certain houses - "Well, if this bag is selling above the fashion house's price, their next version will too". Until the resale market began to get out of control - too many options of where to buy / too many horror stories / general cost of living crises / RRP of the bag from the houses going up etc - it was actually somewhat of a benefit to the fashion houses. I wonder how much the greed of the likes of Chanel with their escalating prices is both destroying the retail market AND ultimately destroying the future of their brand by reducing that hype. Personally, I'm not buying because, altho financially I am more comfortable than many, the focus on cost of living in the news etc makes me think much more about what I am spending my money on. With so many suffering, it heightens my own 'economic anxiety', but also makes a designer handbag purchase feel incredibly frivolous. I feel like this more than ever proves the point so many of us have said over the years - luxury handbags are NOT bona fide investments... But it's taken the bottom falling out of the market for many to see that. Christ. That was a tome. Sorry. 🙄🤣

[@ameliarosescloset]

they are not investments, it actually worries me when I see some consignment stores advertising them as if they are

[@jessicalovesluxedesignerfa3806]

@@ameliarosescloset Absolutely! I cringe when I see consignment stores saying, "When we opened 10 years ago, you'd have paid £XYZ for this bag... Now it's double... Imagine how much it will be worth in another ten years - can you afford to wait?!" 😳 If a bank said that about a fund or a share, they'd be investigated by the FCA (or equivalent elsewhere in the world).

[@thelightersideofluxury8352]

The resale websites are definitely seeing changes. I just watched a video from hello catwalk city about fashionphile’s new return policy…it is a dramatic change and no doubt an attempt to save money on returns or dissuade returns altogether. I hope the prices will drop because I’ve always found the prices frustrating…more so on items still available in the boutique. The anxiety over authenticity and lack of packaging is not worth it if you are still paying close to retail.

[@cherpeters8775]

So true. Fashionphile isn't even giving buyers enough time to have their purchases authenticated. I will not buy from them anymore. I did recently sell Fashionphile 3 bags & a pair of sunglasses, so they are a good resource (if you don't mind losing quite a bit of money!)

[@ameliarosescloset]

I haven't watched that yet, have they stopped returns?

[@cherpeters8775]

@@ameliarosescloset Not stopped completely, but they've reduced the return window from 30 days, with free returns, to 14 days from SHIP DATE (!). Catwalk video has all the details. Disappointing.

[@thelightersideofluxury8352]

@@ameliarosescloset they are now charging a 14.99 shipping fee for returns and have changed the time from 30 days from the day you receive it to 15 days from the day they shipped it to you.

[@jennifermcgee8621]

That’s crazy. It gives the buyer no time at all to make a return. People have busy lives and don’t always have time to get to UPS or the post office quickly. I’ve never been a Fashionphile fan anyway. I love your chat videos Amelia…..keep them coming.

[@louisevictoria_]

It’s a very interesting subject! I’ve been wanting a Chanel classic flap for a very long time, I’ve sold bags and saved money just to get it, but the prices for a ‘used’ Chanel classic is absolutely ludicrous at the moment! I’ve definitely noticed the re sale market has slowed down, I’m currently selling a Chanel bag through a consignment store and it’s been two months!

[@ameliarosescloset]

The economy has to be impacting it

[@Westgirl277]

I really appreciate how you take feedback and your positive attitude. It is surely commendable.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much x

[@jessyandthebags]

Honestly, I think some people are just saving their money and not spending as much. In the US there’s a lot of talk of another recession. I work on a corporate environment and overhear a lot of this. A lot of people this past year have been laid off too, it’s just not a good time to drop thousands of dollars on a handbag. Also, because the resale market is low, people may be hesitant to purchase new because they know they may not be able to sell it quickly. Just my two cents.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Absolutely agree

[@Wildunfiltered]

Interesting topic Amelia. The re sale market is a minefield and also has many moving parts. It is not simplistic as the comments suggested. There are huge price increases from the Fashion Houses which has to affect the value of pre loved items. It might make pre loved items more desirable and it also may cause an influx of pre loved items people want to sell as they think they will get a good price due to the Fashion Houses Price Increases! It might take time but at the end of the day it's all about supply and demand. Supply is affected by many many things and the same for demand - there are many other factors in the world that affect our buying and selling habits. Luxury KZbinrs are not fully responsible for everything that happens in the industry. Things are only worth what people are willing to pay for them! I know you personally and therefore I know the time thought and also some anguish that went into deciding to sell some of these items in your vlog sale. You definitely do not buy to sell and you don't move things on without a care or a thought. Having an audience allows you to give great insight into what worked for you and what didn't. It is very transparent and honest and that is why you have such a fab channel!

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree there is a lot more to it, definitely not simplistic

[@beckyf1648]

This video is excellent. You do a great job of explaining the economics of luxury fashion. I would love more videos like this or ones that go into even more depth about the luxury fashion marketplace(s)!

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much! I'll have a think what I can come up with!

[@pimpgerbilmouse]

I'm seeing the pre-owned market slow too. The prices are still high. I don't see what I want for sale. I feel like I'm over spending more than $3k USD on anything right now.

[@ameliarosescloset]

there are def some bags I am out of

[@fillurlifewithfun]

The LV Facebook group already has people selling the new bum bag for $600+ Retail. I think that is probably something the annoys people the most. I don’t mind paying a premium for vintage, but a new bag that someone just bought to list online for profit is annoying. But you can’t control what people do so it is what it is.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree, this is annoying

[@sams3015]

Let’s not forget how the algorithm works. If it thinks you like vlog sales, it going to show you more which can also skew reality of how many luxury content creators are actually doing this. I’ve the distinct impression this person didn’t see your other videos but probably a lot of vlog sales so to them seems like it’s Vlogsaleaploza. They’ve probably see other VS you’ve done in their recommendations following that video

[@ameliarosescloset]

I don't think they had watched much of my content

[@melanieburger6968]

Agreed!!! Prices are leveling out. Those unicorn bags, pearl mini, 17b rose gold are not selling at those hyped premium prices. Great info

[@ameliarosescloset]

I have noticed this too

[@penelopeemmanuel9602]

Its now a buyers market and it’s no more a sellers maker.It’s dead and that’s a fact. So I just bought an Hermés, Kelly28, epson leather, gold on gold for 8,500usd. When I received the bag, my mom couldn’t even tell that it was used, she thought it was new from the boutique. That’s insane for that combination and condition . I never thought in my wildest dreams that I’d be able to afford that kind of bag considering I will not play the Hermés game.The bag was originally listed for 14,950 and it just wouldn’t sell and they kept reducing the price . Something weird is going on in the resale market and I’m loving it. Thanks for always being sincere and genuine.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think we'll see more and more bags coming down I price, and great purchase!

[@karentolliver-jones4894]

Your entire assessment is spot on!!!! Great review❤

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thanks so much!

[@katiemansfield973]

I think there are many factors influencing the slow down. The economy, people who continue to work from home and those , like me, that didn’t go back to work post pandemic. I have had my favorite channels over the years. Some of them seem to have impulsive/ compulsive shopping habits. I just know that they cannot possibly carry that many bags or wear that many pairs of shoes. Some I’ve stopped watching. Other channels I’ll check in with them now and then. I have had frustration with climb up to Hermes and that “journey” I cannot count the number of videos where the influencer has attained their holy grail bag only to turn around and unbox another holy grail bag. Almost all of the Hermes bags have design flaws, in my opinion. The Birkin is too heavy, the Kelly hard to close and the list goes on and on. Louis Vuitton has become fast fashion. They no longer seem to care about quality- just the latest collection. Chanel’s prices are insane. Other houses are in the group with the sick teddy bear ad campaign. All of this has caused me to put a pause on my handbag collection. I loved hunting stuff down on the pre-loved market but I won’t pay over retail. I think long and hard about whether something works for my lifestyle. I need to wear what I already own. Great video. I do love your channel.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much x

[@laurawood4042]

Resale general has slowed down not just luxury. As you say high interest rates etc have an impact.

[@ameliarosescloset]

agreed!

[@helenhall299]

For the normal person I think keeping a collection to a reasonable size - say 10 bags- keeps things realistic. I’m still a fan of the pre-loved market but you have to be a lot more choosy and patient. Impulse buying often leads to regret. Personally, I have been sticking to local stores and a couple of private consignors. All markets have “corrections” from time to time; luxury items are no different. Fantastic video!

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much x

[@jessyandthebags]

Also, it doesn’t help the designer houses are doing these exponential price increases often. People are turning to purchasing duplicates. Regardless of how trendy it is, how beautiful it is, everyone has a line in the sand on how much THEY will pay for it.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Totally agree, there are bags i am out for

[@TheJalebe73]

I absolutely agree that KZbin / social media in general is responsible for the rise of luxury prices solely because of the wider visibility / free marketing for the company. Nothing to do with the KZbinrs purchase habits. Pre-YT, I had no access/visibility in my small town to the brands, so we didn’t know they were out there. But now, we all can see them!! That’s it.

[@ameliarosescloset]

thank you so much!

[@DaylesAddiction]

Ouch! I agree there is definitely some truth in that comment. After my closet clean out I saw several vlog sales just in my subscription list and I’m sure that’s a small corner of luxury youtube. I think with a ‘following ‘ we definitely have an advantage in selling pieces that may not sell themselves, but I don’t think the small number of luxury KZbinrs selling pieces has changed the resale market. There are some great advantages for the buyer in this market and I’m certainly looking to preloved for pieces I missed the first time around - and I think prices are more realistic than they were.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Agree 100%

[@Munchkina]

I definitely think that KZbin/social media has had a direct impact on the number and severity of boutique price increases but not the resale market in general terms. Resale value is dictated by what people are willing to spend, regardless of the original price. Dior and Prada bags are great examples. I can understand some elements of viewer frustration with vlog sales but I think it depends on the person and reasons behind the sale. In my opinion you come across as very authentic and I don’t believe that you buy to create content (my biggest annoyance with vlog sales). I don’t understand comments that mention lifestyle as everyone’s financial situation is different. There are people who won’t be affected by the current financial crisis and can continue to buy luxury as normal, if that puts people off then they shouldn’t watch those videos. We’re all in control of what we consume on social media. Similarly, to me it seems obvious who may be curating a certain online image and so I don’t watch those creators except in certain circumstances. I feel grateful for YT in helping me to make informed purchases but at the same time I am patiently waiting for luxury to lose its appeal to the masses so it can go back to feeling special, rather than fast fashion. Those who truly love and appreciate luxury will always buy and at prices that feel right to them; it will be nice when social media isn’t as saturated with it anymore.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I do miss the resale market I used to shop on. And thank you x

[@alexanderveljanov6128]

There is one KZbinr in Australia nutritious for buying, unboxing. And returning. She hides behind "I don't like it I bought it online" or "I can't make my mind up" or "the quality is shocking and Im not paying that". She's one example of many and it's definitely as that commenter said. In-authentic and only doing it to get views. Collecters are a real segment in the luxury market and I am one of them for vintage and Limited edition LV's so that's a different story. I think also what has ruined second hand luxury market is more the influencers and brands giving them a new bag they want to be a trend and with the declining quality assurance on these products. It's just not worth it anymore. Good video and very true. Resale market and second hand lux was supposed to be GOOD BARGAINS!!! Not recoup your fees. Luxury is always a bad investment except for Birkins and chanel. Let's go back to that model please. You will lose money on a Louis Vuitton artsy. A Louis Vuitton neverfull. Buy it enjoy it and sell it for whatever it's worth. If you loose 1.5K then so be it....

[@ameliarosescloset]

I want to love and use my bags!

[@annied461]

I admire people who can get rid of stuff. I find it so difficult to cull my bag collection.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I am getting better, I used to refuse to let anything go!

[@Lutifah]

I think the comments are fair to he honest

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree with them to a certain extent

[@erinzobsessions]

Omg you and Dayle are my number ones, when people make silly comments towards you I don’t like it! The companies push the bags market and send them to influencers then have none in store that’s what affects price! You actually help people in making decisions I almost bought the loop bag, you stopped me Thankyou. It would have driven me nuts. I love the Lady dior but I know it will drive me nuts thanks to you tube. Another huge factor is more fake bags on the resale market, people are scared, not just of the economy but that they won’t be able to on sell or get what they are paying for 😊

[@narelleberes5809]

I love Dayle and Amelia the most too ❤

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much and i’m glad that review was helpful!

[@StephsAdventuresAndFabFinds]

I don't even look @ pre - loved bc a lot of times the damage or wear is more than described & bc the prices are at market value or just short of so I generally buy direct & trusted retail establishments. Yes luxury KZbin is responsible I agree. It is a sad state of affairs worldwide & uncertain times. We are replaying the 90's & lux has been put on the backburner for most & those that do have don't want to logo in the faces of those that don't. We as consumers are disgusted with the gross cost of such trivial things that will degrade by nature in our hands over time & cannot hold the value vested in them. So then we turn to "Quiet Luxury" in response as we did in Y2K. Until the market levels out it's not even worth dabbling in.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you!

[@trishmerchant7302]

I never comment, but this was so interesting! I Love your channel, love your collection, love your humour/personality and love your business brain! I don’t actually own a luxury handbag (about one month away from my first purchase after saving for ever it seems) but I watch your channel for advice and experience regarding practicality, quality and sheer appreciation of something beautiful. Your insight into such a multi factorial issue was informative and amazing. Thank you❤

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much!!

[@Lee73Lee]

I’m still waiting for the Chanel resale prices to come down. I still find that used items are being priced at or above retail for this brand. I’m kind of tired of LV now so have taken a long break since they have too many collections that don’t resonate with me (too many guitar straps!). I agree that the crazy prices, lower quality, and never ending hype has made me disengage from buying as much lately. Great discussion, Amelia!

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think it will take a while for Chanel

[@helenhall299]

Amen! Too many guitar straps 😂

[@traciecampbell6683]

I think you are right! It’s a mixture of a lot of things.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I really think so

[@josettechrystall9290]

I’m going to agree with you on all the points you made. I certainly don’t think you personally have done anything wrong. To buy a bag that you thought you would love only to find you don’t love it and then to sell it on to someone that does is perfectly fine. I’ve not seen you sell many items and you are always so honest about your bags. Love you darling keep up the content

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much x

[@rosannagomez8040]

It’s true. But I used KZbin to learn on which classic bags to get not the trendy ones. If the bag is classic then it’s in the store and why would I pay the same on resale when I can get it new

[@ameliarosescloset]

If it’s available in store you would only go preloved for a saving surely, i don’t understand high prices on readily available pieces

[@workmusic7039]

I strongly think that you are not someone who buys, only to sell. I believe that there are some folks who are doing that/ and selling at a large profit, but once I find someone who is (what I consider unethical), I stop watching them. I will continue to watch your videos because I feel that they are educational and I enjoy you sharing your love of bags and insights around the lux items.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much x

[@JustSheilz]

I dont think you are the type of person just buying to resell. There are some and its easy to see which ones are just cycling thru for content.

[@ameliarosescloset]

thank you, it is certainly never my intent

[@AilurosDia]

Probably an unpopular opinion but I don't think luxury youtube is so big that it would have that kind of impact. It's like this for me - the people who are luxury youtubers are probably able to sell luxury goods for higher than your average person because they have an audience that trusts them. However, everyone else will have yo go the "normal" route. Also, I would think that people who constantly buy and sell would eventually lose the trust of their audience but not sure on that end. I 100% agree that regardless, anyone who isn't enjoying their purchases should be able to sell without judgment.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree! Luxury KZbin is a small niche, I don’t think it on its own is going to be responsible

[@hollygrace6814]

welll done for being reflective and not offended. a lost trait in todays world.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you x

[@jackmichaelshort]

I agree. I tried to buy a monogram eclipse lv bag and retail it was £1700 and on resale it was like £1900? Who’s gonna buy a bag over retail that’s second hand.

[@ameliarosescloset]

If a bag is hard to get it goes over but i think most lv bags can be found retail now, i think it should cone back to the resale market being a saving after a while.

[@heidiheidi0]

There are so many people who are easily influenced and will spend on just about anything trendy. I have seen the same with Chanel.

[@jackmichaelshort]

I just think it is also with fakes. More people are trying to buy real bags and get scammed with a fake or people just buy fakes in general as they are getting better in quality.

[@ladysusanjane2682]

Lots of belt tightening. I’m sitting it all out atm. Not spending. Squirrelling my money. That’s what most people would be doing. Different priorities. X

[@ameliarosescloset]

I can definitely see that being the case for a while

[@nubnub75]

I don’t think you specifically are one of the YTers buying bags to resell later- but there is one YTer who’s doing multiple unboxing contents weekly that makes me think that there’s no way that that behavior is responsible consumption nor sustainable

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think for myself, my buying habits will slow down for a while after this crazy period

[@jenapp7582]

Well there could most definitely be a correlation between the price increases to consumers opting for resale, as yes the prices are driven higher in the resale but I don't think they compete directly with the price increases in store (with the obvious exception of Hermes quota bags)

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think the resale market will start to come down

[@Yoface44]

And I do believe that KZbinrs that do luxury content are ruining the luxury bag industry. And it’s unrealistic to think someone could just continue to keep buying those bags. They’re sending a bad message. But that’s how they make the money so I’m not gonna knock someone for making their money.

[@ianbuckland4286]

I mean I get but end of the day you made it very clear why you were selling your bags they had to make way for new ones that you loved even more so they had to make way.

[@ameliarosescloset]

that is exactly it

[@pbtraveler694]

I'm losing interest in the luxury brands, and I'm looking more at really good quality bags from Mulberry and Polene and Lily & Bean, and others.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I’m tempted to try the mini kelly type bag i think it’s from lily and bean

[@pbtraveler694]

@@ameliarosescloset that would be great! Steph from Handbagholic has done that, and she thinks they are super, especially to try and see if you like that style. I just bought a clutch from Lily and Bean and the quality is excellent!

[@lmcalo]

I was a fan of Tamara Kalinic YT channel but unfortunately I’ve stopped watching. Many of her bags are gifts 🎁 from brands. It is difficult as a viewer to see what’s her real opinion vs marketing strategy.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think this is always a problem with mega large influencers, i don't really watch these channels

[@Yoface44]

The prices are already coming down look at fashion file and other places I purchased a Lulu large bag for $2000 and when I say it was brand new, it was brand new. It was like the perfect person does bag and box amazing. And I’m about to get a good price on another bag because they have a discount now from three to $600

[@hhueter]

yeah influencers are part of building up a hype cycle. but, honestly it depends on the bag, tbh. from what i've seen very few bags are going for above retail and it's prices for most bags are still about half off. I think the opinion that it's dead is mostly from people focusing on hermes and chanel. I don't see hermes prices slowing down, but chanel might. However, brands like fendi or ysl (the two i browsed the most) are still going to be going for about half price. Though those may sit on the shelf longer right now. I think the ease of being able to sell to a place like fashionphile of trr as makes the resale market easier to enter it for non-influencers so there's going to be more inventory. I think there's possibly a misconception that most people are selling their bags at a huge profit. Most of these bags are being sold at a loss.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Most are sold at a loss, dior also doesn’t keep it’s re sale value

[@Yoface44]

I think people should stop buying them wait to they’re at a good price to force them to go down on the prices. All you have to do is be patient. I usually do research for about two months before I decide what I’m going to purchase.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I'm hoping there are better prices soon too

[@trisha6053]

Luxury youtuber's take the exclusivity out of luxury. Overexposure can have the opposite effect in the long run.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Very fair point

[@jbbb7418]

Haha! I don’t even know who tamara is, never heard of her until you said the name

[@ameliarosescloset]

Lol! Huge influencer!

[@lolipena8051]

i noticed the resale market was "dead" when trying to sell companies would be low balling you and turning around selling them for an insane amount

[@ameliarosescloset]

Offering silly low prices

[@Yoface44]

And I have purchased several bags like I see it that were like brand new. And I don’t understand that so the only thing that I can think of is that the bag was gratis for a person to do counted on it, and then they sold it. And it worked out for me because I got a good deal and I have several bags like that. I purposely look for them like I said, I’ll take about two months .

[@ameliarosescloset]

I'm glad it worked out well for you!

[@Restless318]

it all depends people need to mind their own bussiness they do not watch if do like what youtuber i need to watch and comment more power too you

[@ameliarosescloset]

thank you so much!

[@margarethalseth5521]

Well said. I have an issue with people that comment so directly/personally. Go live your life and do not watch the video. There is a reason that they are called, "influencer's". You should always be wary of this and use what is good for you and your personal living and edit out what is harmful. The pandemic affected us all, I have made bag mistakes that i have resold, spent more and was influenced, LOL. I look at it as capitalism at its best and basic---supply and demand. The resale market will not "die" but economics will definitely drive it.

[@margarethalseth5521]

I also wanted to add that I thought it responsible of you to edit and sell.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much, the lockdown definitely affected me

[@kathyannhicks8982]

Hi my dear. Can you do split screens and show the items you’re referencing when you speak about them for those of us who don’t really know the items and want to follow. 😊 thanks

[@ameliarosescloset]

Yes i can, thanks for the feedback!

[@kimberlyfink1032]

It is so interesting to watch fomo buying and selling addiction. It is frenzy and addiction. There is always an opportunity cost in the time and money. I wonder about mental health. I just don't think at 80, I will say I wish I would have bought that popular bag. There will always be a fomo bag right around the corner. Resale market prices no longer make sense. Prices are way too high and condition is worse than they used to be. Why buy used? Then houses have raised prices so why buy new. Just be happy with what you have. It is like low interest rate mortgages in the US. If you have 2%, you are staying put. Also, influences are selling gifted bags. It creates a false unauthentic market which always falls. Ask Holland about their flower stock market.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think selling the gifted bags is a whole other conversation, but I agree, by the time I am 80, I doubt I will still own very many bags!

[@Defdefdef216]

Can we also talk about influencer channels that use their subscribers to make a profit? There is a channel that has sold some bags at retail even though online the same bags could’ve been purchased on sale and new. And other bags sold for 2x the price. That’s just tacky in my opinion.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Personally this is not my practice but I have seen it done

[@reneehampton7665]

Great topic.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you

[@simplysocial8485]

Don’t like the comments against you. At least you don’t sit on things that don’t work. It is true that your platform makes it easier. I am over the resale market and have purse peace. I just need to sell off some stuff like you have 😀

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you so much and good luck! X

[@k700i]

It’ll circle back again, people now has enough luxury items that it just became overly saturated. But like everything else, it’ll circle back.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Always a cycle

[@narelleberes5809]

💯 true, I know I've changed what I buy. I know even what I watch has changed, I only watch lux with a very few now. The constant unboxing has become boring. I only watch 5 utube r's now you included. The handbags have become very overpriced, you can no longer get near what you paid when you want to move them on. So I buy much less and make sure I will have my wear out of them. This has nothing to do with you or others its just the market and companies overpricing

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree with this and thank you for watching me!

[@DivineStyle08]

Well said !

[@ameliarosescloset]

thank you so much!

[@sunnykel7573]

You don't have to justify yourself 😊 You're allowed to sell bags on. X

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you x

[@buntyjoy1800]

I suppose we could buy a LV Never Full GM and live in that 😂

[@ameliarosescloset]

lol!

[@MariaRodriguez-om1yi]

Just because you wait and sell 10 to 15 bags at one time doesn’t mean you don’t sell them a lot another person could sell one or two every couple of months and it would be the same as what you’re doing so you sell a lot

[@ameliarosescloset]

I can’t imagine ever selling 10-15 bags at one go!

[@katemiller7874]

If your selling 10 or 15 bags at a time then your just buying to buy. Either you suffer from fomo or you really have zero self control.

[@MariaRodriguez-om1yi]

@@ameliarosescloset oh, when I watch a Videos it seems like you’re selling at least 10 bags at a time

[@realBatman]

Resell is dead because disinflation and QE has slowed money velocity. Get a real job n

[@ameliarosescloset]

I have a real job, thanks!

[@kath1626]

FOMO is the magic word.

[@ameliarosescloset]

yes it is

[@JP-kl1mj]

I buy what I like. Idc if nobody likes it 🤷

[@ameliarosescloset]

Same!!

[@slangelands4255]

I used to be very much against dupe bags. But when you think about it, who are the major benefactors of your genuine purchase? Bernard Arnault, the richest man in the world, alongside other billionaires. If, sales associates were treated well and paid well, I would think twice about purchasing a superdupe. Now, I buy superdupes and am investing the money I saved to give to Animal Humane Societies and Doctors Without Borders. The people in China from whom I purchase dupe bags need the money more than Bernard Arnault, who owns both LV and Dior. In addition, all these houses copy others' styles as well.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I’m considering the little mini kelly dupe, i think from lily and bean

[@jeanettenfreeland1408]

Aww the lips in the back ground

[@ameliarosescloset]

an oldie but a goodie

[@krys1933]

Love this type of chatty video.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you!