Selling a Designer Handbag in Nashville: How We Evaluate, Price, and Pay
If you’re considering selling a luxury handbag in Greater Nashville, you should know exactly how your bag is evaluated and how offers are determined. Our approach is straightforward: inspect in view, explain findings, and present a clear, competitive same-day offer. Eligible luxury purchases on the retail side are backed by our Braswell Authenticity Guarantee (B.A.G.).
How We Evaluate (In Plain View)
At the counter, we review the bag with you present and explain each step:
Materials & construction: canvas/leather type, lining, glazing, stitching consistency
Hardware: weight, finish/plating, fasteners, zipper pulls, closure function
Identifiers: date codes/serials/microchips (where applicable), fonts, placement norms
Structure & condition: corners, edges, handles/straps, interior cleanliness, odor
Completeness: dust bag, box, strap/chain, lock/key, cards, receipts, and other accessories
Photos can support a ballpark estimate, but the final offer requires in-person inspection.
How Offers Are Calculated
Once condition and completeness are documented, we price using current market data:
Brand / Model / Demand in today’s secondary market
Condition (exterior, interior, structure, hardware, odor)
Completeness (dust bag, strap/chain, lock/key, box, cards, receipts)
Comparable Sales to reflect today’s prices
You receive a written offer and time to decide—no pressure.
What We Buy
We regularly purchase Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Hermès, Gucci, Saint Laurent (YSL), Prada, Dior, Fendi, Goyard, Celine, Balenciaga, Burberry, and others—totes, shoulder/crossbody, top-handle/satchel, mini/evening. We also buy SLGs (wallets, cardholders, pouches) and consider vintage and exotics case-by-case, subject to condition and applicable regulations.
Condition policy: We primarily buy no-wear or light-wear bags, but we will evaluate any luxury bag and make a reasonable offer based on brand, market, and condition. We reserve the right to decline items that don’t meet our standards.
What to Bring
The bag and any included items: dust bag, box, strap/chain, lock/key, cards, receipts
Valid government-issued ID
Any purchase or service history (optional)
Do not heavy-condition or recolor prior to evaluation; a light, dry wipe is sufficient.
Typical Questions
Can you quote from photos?
We can provide a ballpark from clear photos of the bag and accessories; the final offer requires an in-person inspection.
Do you buy without dust bag or box?
Yes. Accessories help value but aren’t required.
Will you buy vintage or exotic skins?
We evaluate case-by-case, subject to condition and applicable laws.
How long does it take?
Most evaluations take minutes, depending on condition and completeness. Same-day payment if you accept.
Local Notes (Hermitage & Franklin)
Hermitage (Lebanon Pike): Frequent LV monogram, everyday totes, and YSL crossbodies. Completeness (strap, lock/key) often impacts value.
Franklin: Chanel classics, Gucci Marmont/Dionysus, and well-kept SLGs are common; odor-free interiors and clean hardware matter.
Process and documentation are consistent at both stores.
Your Options
Sell outright: Accept the written offer and receive same-day payment.
Pawn instead of sell: If you want to keep the bag, we can outline a secured pawn in the same conversation (60-day minimum term, 30-day renewals, no maximum; clear monthly service-charge tiers).
Upgrade later: If you purchase from us, ask about Trade In to Trade Up—apply your original purchase price toward a higher-priced handbag within 6 months, subject to similar-condition and in-store inspection.