![How Women Have Changed the Fashion Landscape]()
by Tessa Hall
July 08, 2019
It’s no news that women (generally speaking) love fashion. Since the beginning of time women have made it a hobby, a way to connect, earn a living, and claim ownership of something in a world that hasn’t always been perfect for us. Over the years, decades, and centuries, fashion has changed and with it so has its meaning towards the female population.
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![Sustainability: Just a Trend or the New Way to Shop?]()
by Tessa Hall
May 20, 2019
It seems like “fast-fashion” has become the new dirty word. Most commonly, you see it used as an insult directed towards specific companies in the name of the new sustainability craze. As sustainable fashion becomes a necessity as well as a trend, shoppers are looking for new ways to fill their wardrobes. Bring on the ever-growing rise of the resale—or second-hand—market.
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![How to Get the Most Out of Your Next Investment]()
by Tessa Hall
April 17, 2019
If you’re a well-informed fashionista, then you’ve definitely heard the term “investment bag” thrown around from time to time. Even if you are aware of this concept, you may not be familiar with the difference between the two types of “investment bags”.
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![Karl Lagerfeld’s Passing and the Resale of Chanel and Fendi Goods]()
by Tessa Hall
March 25, 2019
Last month the fashion world was shocked to hear the passing of a legendary icon, Karl Lagerfeld. His extensive career and decades of dedication to the brands of Fendi and Chanel were mourned along with the innovative and creative genius himself.
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![How to Authenticate a Hermès Bag and Spot a Fake]()
by Tessa Hall
January 25, 2019
Undeniably the “crème de la crème” of all luxury handbags is the Hermès. Craftsmanship, exclusivity, sophistication, and quality are what you can expect from Hermès, but what if these expectations have been compromised? What if your purchase isn’t the real deal? Chances are if you don’t leave it up to the experts, you’re purchasing a fake!
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![Christmas Gift Guide: For Everyone on Your List or Just Yourself!]()
by Tessa Hall
November 19, 2018
Stunning gift ideas, for you or someone special on your list! Here's how to put super chic designer looks together at a fraction of the price. It's all in the accessories. - Love Lux xoxo
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![Why Shopping for Luxury Goods Online is Better than Ever!]()
by Tessa Hall
September 03, 2018
When you think of shopping for luxury goods, you’re probably thinking of beautiful storefronts with decadent window displays and rich interiors with courteous salespeople dressed as elegant as the shoppers doing the shopping themselves. Well, a lot has changed in the luxury market in recent years!
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by Darina Granik
August 05, 2018
These two totes always compete for the Crown of Totes.
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![A Handbag for Every Summer Adventure]()
by Tessa Hall
June 04, 2018
With summer right around the corner (finally!), we at Lux Second Chance have compiled a list of our top must-haves for the summer months! We’ve hunted the Spring/Summer runway looks for the best in summer accessories and have included looks that you can purchase today online at Lux Second Chance! Here are the staple bags you need in your wardrobe for every adventure in this summer!
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![Only the Best for Mom this Mother’s Day!]()
by Tessa Hall
May 02, 2018
With Mother’s Day just around the corner many of us are faced with the annual question, “what do I get the woman who deserves the world?” Well this year Lux Second Chance has you covered! Treat the woman who does so much for others with a little luxury of her own!
Chic, practical, classic, reliable, and luxurious. Yes, we could be describing your mother, but we’re also describing our impressive gift ideas that are just as special as she is! No matter what her taste, we have something that’s the perfect match for her lifestyle and your budget. Here’s our best finds for all different kinds of women whether she’s your mother, your wife, or just a friend who needs extra appreciation this Mother’s Day!
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by Darina Granik
February 08, 2018
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and it is the perfect timing to reflect on our love for handbags. As a matter of fact, Monica Botkier, an American designer of handbags recently has published a beautiful book with Harper Collins that we all can relate to, called “Handbags: A Love Story”. If you love handbags as much as we do, you should definitely read it!
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by Darina Granik
January 08, 2018
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Chanel is a company that does not need an introduction - it is one of the most famous, covetable and respectable brands on the planet. Also, it is one of the most expensive therefore replicated brands. Sky high prices, that grow annually, long wait lists for the items and limited access to the most classic universal colours and models - all of these make it quite complicated to get a Chanel handbag of your dreams. This is where vintage and preloved stores come in very handy. But one must be careful to look out for fakes. While at Lux Second Chance we consider authenticity as our core value, we have prepared a list of signs that you should check before getting yourself a Chanel handbag in a store other than a Chanel boutique.
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