AVOID THESE 7 LUXURY MISTAKES.

[@stars8055]

We need to see a full handbag collection video 🙌

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Coming soon!xx

[@stars8055]

@@SophieShohetOfficial yes can’t wait 🙌❤️

[@nordette]

@@SophieShohetOfficial man I would love that! I dont think you've ever done one before have you? Can you do belts as well please?

[@MarianaVCrespo]

Yes please 🙌

[@billiexluxury]

Yessssss

[@carolynhance5588]

100% for the credit card tip. I used to work in merchant processing, and trust me, no retailer wants to deal with a chargeback. They automatically get charged a fee that's not refunded whether they win the case or not, and then the onus is on them to fight the claim with the processing platform(Global, Firstdata, or Amex). It takes so much time and paperwork, that even if they were to win the case, it's usually not worth it to them. In addition, if a merchant gets too many chargebacks, they get penalised and could risk having their ability to process cards suspended.

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

This is really interesting Carolyn, I had no clue about all of this that goes on behind the scenes 🤯 thank you so much for sharing! Xx

[@debbiem9104]

I love watching your videos. I can’t afford the items, but I just love the way you talk about them. I enjoy when you take us shopping or when you go to a big event so we can sort of experience it too. Thank You Sophie

[@rosemaryarnoldYT]

Generally its good to store bags in a cotton or breathable dustbag WITH the moisture absorber sachets away from sunlight and heat (radiators) because it protects against dust and tiny bugs. Patent leather requires different care because its prone to get sticky.

[@hopedroguett4428]

How do you remove the stickiness of the patent leather bag? Please advise if you have any tips.

[@missmg6129]

Great tips! The mirrors at the dressing rooms are frequently altered (curved, tilted, etc) so we look taller or thinner. 😒

[@wendycoles-littlepage1919]

Great tips, Sophie! And I'm glad you kept the sweater, it looks so nice and cosy. Whenever I'm getting ready to go on a trip and trying to decide what to pack, I put on my potential outfits and take pictures of myself from a few angles. You are so right about seeing yourself that way rather than just in the mirror. Then when I'm looking at pictures of myself after I'm back home, I don't go, "Ah, what was I thinking!!!"

[@fionacrispin-jennings4919]

Hi Sophie, thanks for a helpful video. I followed your advice about checking the quality recently and found that the bag I had fallen in love with had a massive scratch across the leather on the inside. The SA was lovely and looked for an alternative bag, one of which was my dream classic bag which I thought would take me years to track down. So I think your advice paid off doubly! I like the tip about taking a photo of an outfit and will try this in future. Hope you all have a lovely Sunday.

[@hazydreamer7965]

Hi Sophie. All seven tips are useful, good and really necessary. Paying with a credit card is the number one of all things in life. Not only for shopping online, but for most important purchases. One example: Airline tickets, car rental...etc. Years ago I had paid for an all-inclusive package in a distant country. Two days before the trip the airline went belly down. In cases of bankruptcy, you get your money back. I did also. Later I read in the news that in that special case over half of the passengers did not, due to the fact they had paid cash. Thank you Sophie, have a pleasant summer.

[@coding7196]

Yes, really check how the bag looks on and see what the bag can hold and put the garment on in the shop before deciding whether or not to buy it. This is great advice.

[@kippykippyphoebe9203]

This is the most excellent piece to camera I have seen re luxury items. Wow! It is done with such intelligence. Informative, knowledgable, practical and done with utmost care and respect for her audience. Well done. You should get an award for your Chanel. I’m new to the luxury market and this information is invaluable. Thank you so much dearest KZbinr. ♥️💕💕💕💕💕

[@perthfanny3017]

Hi! I follow a French youtuber and she said that we shouldn't buy an item that has been on display because it has been exposed to light (natural and artificial). Artificial light tends to heat things and alter color.

[@ringoroll]

Hope you, David and the bunnies are having a wonderful summer! Thanks for being my happy break from life! Love you! ❤️

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

It's great to see you here ringoroll!! The summer is going so nicely, thank you. Plus, for once in the UK, the weather has been pretty good in general! I really hope life is good with you. Wishing you a lovely week ahead my friend, hugs xx

[@pixie3760]

I also like medium sizes now. I used to like big bags, now I only use them as overnight bags ( how embarrassing to think I used to go out with them) I know what you mean about making sure sml especially wallets fit your needs. I have an old L.V. wallet, it looks brand new simply because it doesnt fit all my cards now so it's completely unusable and I dont even use the matching bag anymore either. Edit: a bag I hadnt used in quite some time. To my horror I found it had mould on it. I used *oil of cloves * which removed it all and it kills all the spores as well so it wont be a recurring problem. Winter in Australia and very damp, so please ladies check your beautiful bags and relocate them if you find any mould. Thankyou Sophie I feel i know you. You're a beautiful soul. xx

[@pamlp04]

You are so right about the credit card thing. Even if it’s not luxury pay with PayPal. Once I bought a Givenchy bag that got lost in the mail but I never asked for that shipping company in specific, eBay said I only had 30 days to complain so I wrote an email to PayPal and the sided with me. Also once a bought two bags and I got charged with the money but the store said they never received my order, again I wrote to PayPal and I got my money back. Thank you for the advices Sophie!!❤️❤️

[@skurinski]

there are better alternatives to PayPal. Lets not support fascist companies

[@renaeg9454]

Thank you for all the advice it’s well needed for anyone like myself who doesn’t have a lot of experiences buying designer bags

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

You are so welcome! I hope you have a lovely week ahead my friend, hugs xx

[@hautepinkrae8084]

Hi Sophie and everyone! Very good advice all around! Also, when trying on close, sit down to see how the waist is and how far a dress or skirt with go up!

[@SBryerman]

Sophie, great video. Not sure if you have already done this but would love a video on how you care for your luxury bags. Always enjoy your content.

[@chess2940]

This is all fab advice. I bought my first luxury bag a few months ago and because I bought it on the retailers site, I just didn’t have anyone tell me that I needed gels and sprays to protect it. I bought waterproof gel from the brand, but apparently I needed a spray product too which I didn’t know. The rubber edging is beginning to peel and I’m devastated that it counts as wear and tear by the brand. It won’t be a mistake I make again 😢

[@Kim50fabulous]

I have a similar cubby hole cabinet in my closet for handbags and its perfect. I sit each bag on their dust bag. Xoxo

[@ItsOnlyWarPaint]

I have always kept mine in their dust bags and behind doors, and they are in perfect condition. I guess it depends on the room conditions 💦 ☀️ ❄️

[@cynthiasstylemua9822]

Hi Sophie, big bags / jumbos will be making their comeback in 2023. Have you watched some of the fashion shows for AF 2023? I have a feeling the Chanel Jumbo and Hermes 35 Birkin will be making a comeback very soon. Great tips in the video.

[@y.preyer]

6:50 I always do so. I make photos, go home, match the item photos with what I already have and only after that I return and buy that item. Especially when it's an expensive item. Thank you!

[@annhans3535]

I go look and then return if I keep thinking about it. Because I tend to get obsessed with thing then hurry to get it and then after owning it, I realized that I don't really care for it. That's how you end up with a ton of things that you said, you will return but never did.

[@y.preyer]

@@annhans3535 It is also reasonable to keep tags on and the receipt after buying. In case of returning. It can happen that in the shop an items looks more attractive than at home.

[@KsenijaCelner]

I am curious. Where do you store the original boxes of your bags and other leather goods?

[@erikamerza4552]

Sophie, could you make a Bag Care/Cleaning/Saving video? It's so hard to find proper pages or videos D:

[@arcybarrios]

The resoling is the best advice. I've done this for years and the best thing to do.

[@littleluxuries_01]

Useful tips, Sophie! I definitely agree with taking photos of yourself in the changing room as I often find I notice certain things from the photo. I put some of my bags in their dust bags, but keep the top open to get some air 😊 xx

[@ariadnaspacey1603]

Happy Sunday Everyone!🤗 Thank You Sophie!😘💕

[@lorijw7886]

Great advice. I have a Chanel patent leather bag that was damaged like you said, I do not buy patent leather bags anymore because of that.

[@wumingkkk]

I went to LV boutique and wanted to fit my contents into a wallet. The SA told me they don't allow customers to do that because it will enlarge the card pockets. All I can do was do an estimated measurement by putting the cards on top of the pockets to see if my cards are able to fit in.

[@CandleAshes]

LV doesn’t have display only pieces, everything on the shelf gets sold. I wouldn’t want a wallet that someone had stuck their cards into

[@wumingkkk]

@@CandleAshes Either you have that or you gets to estimate. For you to prefer a clean wallet and gets a chance that not everything are able to fit in. For me, I would want to know my stuff can fit in because of that amount of money spent. It just individual preferences.

[@SeanKBeauty]

Thank you these are really great tips especially filming I’m ready to wear before purchasing

[@arushijain8015]

Hi Sophie, thank you for such good tips. Could you please also make a video about storing and cleaning the bags and shoes correctly? You touched on it a little bit in this video but a more detailed video would be great.

[@ashleybirkeland107]

Happy Sunday! Loving that Balmain sweater!

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Thank you! You too!xx

[@samanthacheraga4761]

Hi Sophie good advice, I just panicked and went to look at my bags as they in the dust bags, opened the window closed the curtains and check them all for problems, so far they fine, loosened the bags but not took them out completely x I dont check on them unless I’m changing my bag really 😟x hope you had a good weekend x

[@paulmurphy42]

Keep 'em coming Sophie! Btw, have you ever had anything made bespoke? If so, why not make a video about it? xxx

[@zemblamariarodrigues9956]

Thanks for the great tips,Sophie! Have a wonderful week. 😚😚😚

[@kallymavromatis123]

Love your videos, Sophie! Thank you so much for the great advice!

[@aimee4845]

very much agree with using credit card for purchase. thanks for sharing

[@Mommyingthis]

I’ve bought luxury since like 2000. I looooveeeer the chanel WOC, but never tried it out. I looked at videos and was like yea all my stuff will fit! Bought it and realized no it won’t… why? Because those videos show slgs EMPTY! Do they are so much more slimmer than reality. Still kept it cos I loved the WOC lol… but good point!

[@kasia_littlefrog]

All the great advice in one video, I loved it!

[@lolipena8051]

100% agree with paying with a credit card. I’ve worked in credit and debit card disputes and it’s easier to win your claims/chargebacks with a credit card. Debit card it’s a bit more of a pain. You can still win. In both situations always make sure you have your proof that it’s fake. Example letter from a legit authentication company. In a debit card claim they won’t file the chargeback unless you have it. Credit card can be more flexible. But either way, having that makes your chargeback that much stronger.

[@thebrazilianguy3957]

Give us a closer tour sweetie, good vibes from Brazil ( BTW: I always store bags and shoes in fresh air but out of light, here is very humid)

[@simplysilent2980]

Very useful/informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@fiqra786]

Hi Sophie!! Great advice as always! ❤️

[@StephsAdventuresAndFabFinds]

I agree with the credit card conversation for sure but as a long time reputable seller on ebay thus a buyer as well I can tell you that items over a certain amount is now authenticated by ebay before being shipped to the buyer by ebay authenticators & are certified as such as an example my felice pochette for $1350. However, the lower end price point goods i.e. slg's, etc. are not & anyone would be insane to not purchase with a credit card in this market the "grey" market or pre- loved even from my Mama who may run across a really good knock off & not know any better. I'm not sure what form of payment that they did use if it was a direct debit or using a 3rd party such as Paypal to direct debit I'm not aware of the situation so I cannot say but as a seller I would be weary without explanation as to why the buyer chose not to purchase w/o some form of plastic. I'd not purchase a box of hankerchiefs from Kohls w/o using mine. I would also use an authentication service for the smaller pieces in question before purchasing they can often tell by the pics on ebay, etc.

[@suzannehall5200]

I have come to the conclusion that I don’t like luxury ready to wear. It used to be ok but in the past few years I have seen so many KZbinrs going through and trying on ready to wear and it’s usually incredibly hideous. Even my favourite, Dior, has gone seriously ugly. What happened?

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

It’s a good point Suzanne!xx

[@butterflytears]

The clothing tip is a modern day version of Cher from Clueless! (“I don’t trust mirrors so I take Polaroids” 📸)

[@naydaaragon]

Thank you for this video! Its Information that everyone needs❤️

[@dchew5552]

would love to see how to care for Louis Vuitton's verchetta leather especially how to deal when it rains while out with the bag with verchetta leather

[@archeewaters]

this was loads of fun. i absolutely love tbe round bag. nice crystal phone case, fit for royalty. so beautiful. wear it all in good health and thank you for sharing your makeup tips. :)

[@ninaahmad1352]

Plz do a shoe collection video

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

I can do!xx

[@veronicavenditti3614]

@@SophieShohetOfficial A video about your most comfortable shoes (not sneakers 😉 LOL)

[@xActingxBabyx94]

Got so excited for a second when you said you have a tip for pen marks, but unfortunately I accidentally got pen on the inside of a non-patent lambskin leather bag... mistakes were made 🤣😭

[@birteoldhaber513]

Hey Sophie my dear🙋‍♀️ Thank you so much for showing us your new Stuff. I love your Prada Sweater.🤗👌👍🏽

[@DanielPoon]

Thank you so much for all the tips, Sophie! xx

[@gia3518]

Great advice!! I’ve always done this things , it’s like a check list prior 2 buying !!! How’s David and bunnies 🐰???

[@Divinenubian]

Great tips so thank you so much for sharing with us today

[@smiah7898]

do you recommend getting luxury trainers resoled too? how much does it cost in harrods? x

[@amyharrison6843]

Sophie, thanks for this video with great points. Any experience of the ebay official authentication service?

[@BrianaCz]

hi sophie!! i love u and ur vids sm and especially love how kind, humble and reasonable you are❤️❤️ i’m wondering about that sole tip about the shoes - is that only for heels or for sneakers too?? (ex. alexander mcqueens or prada sneakers, etc) thanks sm

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello lovely Briana! Ooh sorry for not being more specific, no it’s not for sneakers, just pumps and flats where they use that soft suede-type material on the soles. I’m never sure why they do that!🤔 Hugs to you my friend!xx

[@anne-mariecouvrette3613]

I watched this a few days ago and applauded you when you talked about putting soles to new pricy shoes! The few lovely vloggers I've watched, showed used soles to their beloved Louboutins. It looked dreadful. It would be the 1rst thing I would do if I decided to buy any pricy pair.... so bravo again since you're the only one to seem to have thought about it ?!!

[@nmernst]

Thanks for sharing good suggestions 😊

[@SarahHayward]

Love your jumper 🤎. Thank you for the advice.

[@alyceameliahopkins3907]

Hi Sophie! I hope you are well? Looking forward to watching this xx

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

I am, thank you so much Alyce! I hope life is good with you :) Hugs xx

[@alyceameliahopkins3907]

@@SophieShohetOfficial Im well and all is okay here thank you so much for asking!!! xx

[@tanyamassey9438]

Very informative. Ty

[@kippykippyphoebe9203]

Please can you advice? I think now we have brexited customs appear to handle the luxury goods with disdain. I ordered a YSL bag online and it arrived with the customs tape around the box, 2 large scratches on the bag and no authentication card. YSL offered to post out a card. They also offered (after sending pictures 10 minutes from it arriving) to send out a label to return the bag and they will post another. I don’t like customs handling my new bag. I’m certain they dropped the card when doing so and rough handled it back into the box. Do you have any advice please? Thank you so much .

[@marieaxen645]

Thanks for sharing all this with us! Very useful! /Marie from Sweden

[@lero9301]

Thanks for the tips!❤️

[@hazelgreen7926]

Hi Sophie, Im watching from Australia. Love your vlogs/ect. I have a question, regarding vintage Chanel, I have one that says Made In Italy...can you explain , when Chanel is obviously French..thanks

[@i123456987654]

these are great tips...thank you!

[@llkoolbean4935]

Such great advice, thank you

[@veronicavenditti3614]

Hi Sophie! I finally e-mail you back, forgive my delay! I hope you and David are okay 😘

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Yes! Thank you! And don't worry at all, I know how it is. It's hard being able to find some free time during the crazy busy weeks!! Hugs xx

[@elainekay1665]

Do you still have your Chanel tweed in the pink colour. Can I ask which season/collection it’s from? Thanks for sharing your videos Sophie xxx

[@dent5423]

Hi Sophie do you think it is worth the store experience for my first bag or should I get it with a farfetch discount code? I am looking at an Alexander Mcqueen 4 ring bag so it is below £1000. I would like to get one bag brand new and if there is anything else I like Bvlgari!!!! I will go pre loved.

[@faable94]

Thanks Sophie for this video, very interesting. I was wondering if you have any issues with your Fendi Mon Tresor bag? I bought it as I fell in love with it when I saw in one of your videos, but after a month of buying it and using maybe 5 times during time time the leather closure string was broken. I sent it back to Fendi, they refunded all monies, but just was to see if I had a bad luck with this bag and should try to buy it again? Did you experience any problem with Mon Tresor? Any thoughts on Fendi quality?

[@introvert22]

Did you keep the small silver bag?

[@charlotteeshun1393]

Am all smiles 😃 💕

[@meiltoo]

I bought a chanel compact wallet a few years back and assume it works like my other conpact wallet of the same size. I went home to transfer my stuff in and to my dismay, it doesnt fit half the things. In fact, i can’t close this chanel wallet properly if i put 3 dollar notes in the compartment… else the inside will fold and crease. this is really strange, maybe its defective.

[@jackiebeans2689]

Thanks, Sophie!!💕💕💕💕

[@michaelaengels7825]

I am always looking forward to your videos. I like them so much. Thank you and enjoy life.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the video!

[@Bella-yb6gg]

May I please ask about the beautiful silver ring you wear? What is it and where did you get it? I would love to have one!

[@Product_snob]

Happy Sunday everyone hi David 👋

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Hi Sophie, you always give great tips

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Thanks so much! 😊 Hugs to you Kaylhee!xx

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

@@SophieShohetOfficial you as well 🙂❤️, your welcome

[@anne-mari]

Great tips!

[@angelawilliamson9685]

Question ? You said to use a credit card for the reason of charge back i bank with barclays here in the UK and I only have a debit card yet I still have the option of charge back so is it different or not thanks love your videos BTW keep up the hard work.

[@omfgimagirl]

What about paying via paypal? I dont have a creditcard

[@Product_snob]

Sophie hugs 🌸

[@holdengreenlaw3004]

or put it using paypal?

[@annakryzhanovska2024]

But is it even allowed for me to do this ? To touch the item so many times and check so many things?

[@christopherdriving6425]

that's a first. eBay siding with the seller

[@rebeccamullan922]

Hi sophie

[@jillmartin8255]

Think we are first and second lol

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Rebecca & Jill - I'm not sure on this occasion who was first and who was second, but I'd say you were less than seconds between each other! Hugs to you both, hope you've had good weekends :) xx

[@calumgregory810]

Do you have any discount codes for FarFetch? Going to buy a Gucci bag for my friends birthday lol x

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello lovely! I will from next Wednesday 6th July, not sure if you’re able to hang on that long though xx

[@PB-iq6kb]

I only use my credit card, even for groceries and then pay it off with my own funds when I get home.. why spend your own money boo

[@NoirL.A.]

what zodiac sign are you?

[@sharoncole8249]

💖👑👑💖🎬📽🎥👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@BlackCat8969NZ]

Bag Tip: Check the leather hides used are matching. The hide on the animals back is tight and not wrinkly, but the hide taken from the animals belly is loose and wrinkly. Leather workers making cost saving measures will sew the mismatching leather pieces together, I’ve noticed Chloe will do this, it doesn’t look good

[@reneeb9021]

Bottom line: Don’t fool with EBay, only order or buy from Big reptuable retailers. Only stores that you know is a good store to do business with!!

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Really good point Renee! Hugs xx

[@taniagracia9371]

💕❤️💕

[@i123456987654]

man, i don't have a credit card so i'm just going to not buy from ebay lol

[@chidenisee]

Amex has prepaid cards you can purchase and pit the money on. That way you have the same protections that a regular Amex card has.

[@juliemiller2523]

Sophie.. no offense but that top is not a good fit for you.. too much length in the sleeves. ide take it back or alter the arm length

[@VictoriaEbert]

I think it looks lovely. Love that soft and cosy look ❤️