Fashion
I paid $4.99 for a bag at a thrift store in Alaska – I knew I scored from a detail on the hardware, people say ‘yowza’
A FASHION lover couldn’t believe their lucky find at a secondhand store in Alaska.
She was shocked to find their budget buy was actually from a designer brand.
GettyA Reddit user showed off the designer bag she picked up for less than $5 at a thrift store (stock image)[/caption]
In a Reddit post, an unnamed user shared pictures of the handbag they picked up while thrifting.
“Found in a thrift store in Alaska. $4.99 and seems to be legit,” they captioned the images.
The first photograph showed a gold crescent-shaped leather handbag with an adjustable strap.
A close-up look at the item revealed it was actually a vintage Gucci bag from 1961.
Known as the Jackie, the style currently costs at least $500 to buy from vintage sellers.
The metal detail on the bag had the designer’s name etched in the side.
Gucci’s logo can also be seen on the zipper of the gold handbag.
The shopper also showed a close-up look at the stitching on the Gucci bag.
Reddit users shared their thoughts on the lucky find in the comments section.
“If it’s authentic, it’s a Jackie. Yowza!” wrote one impressed social media user.
“Wow. Certainly authentic. I’ve been hunting for a vintage Jackie in good condition under $500 for a few years now,” said another person.
“Incredible find. I envy your luck.”
“This bag speaks for itself but that color really is a standout as well. Congrats!” commented a third person.
“Dammit. I never found anything that amazing when I lived in Alaska!” said another Redditor.
“That looks like it could for sure be a legit vintage Jackie. Which, considering that’s the bag I’m currently hunting for, I’m incredibly jealous over.
Valuable thrifting finds revealed
Here are some of the best thrift store finds:
Tiffany & Co. earrings that sold for $0.34 and are valued at $430
American Girl doll that sold for $5.99 and is valued at $300
Bionicle toy that sold for $14.95 and is valued at $18.101
Gold record plaque for DJ Quik’s 1992 album Way 2 Fonky that sold for @20 and is valued at $200
Rothy’s brand Sugared Berry pointed-toe flats that sold for $155 retail and are valued at $250
“May you wear it well or make a hefty profit if you decide to resell! Either way, congrats on the find!”
“I’m sure you can rehab it by yourself. Those leather bags take to cleaning/washing very well,” suggested one reader.
“Definitely authentic, I collect vintage Gucci. Nice find! I’m super jealous!” wrote another person.
“Oh stop I cannot even!” commented one Redditor.
“Seriously, I applaud you and wish I could get so lucky. Enjoy this beauty.”
The fashion fan picked up what appeared to be a vintage Gucci bag for just $4.99 from an Alaskan thrift storeReddit / ThriftStoreHauls
Reddit / ThriftStoreHaulsThe shopper showed their fellow Reddit users a close-up look at the details on the Gucci bag[/caption]
A FASHION lover couldn’t believe their lucky find at a secondhand store in Alaska.
She was shocked to find their budget buy was actually from a designer brand.
GettyA Reddit user showed off the designer bag she picked up for less than $5 at a thrift store (stock image)[/caption]
In a Reddit post, an unnamed user shared pictures of the handbag they picked up while thrifting.
“Found in a thrift store in Alaska. $4.99 and seems to be legit,” they captioned the images.
The first photograph showed a gold crescent-shaped leather handbag with an adjustable strap.
A close-up look at the item revealed it was actually a vintage Gucci bag from 1961.
Known as the Jackie, the style currently costs at least $500 to buy from vintage sellers.
The metal detail on the bag had the designer’s name etched in the side.
Gucci’s logo can also be seen on the zipper of the gold handbag.
The shopper also showed a close-up look at the stitching on the Gucci bag.
Reddit users shared their thoughts on the lucky find in the comments section.
“If it’s authentic, it’s a Jackie. Yowza!” wrote one impressed social media user.
“Wow. Certainly authentic. I’ve been hunting for a vintage Jackie in good condition under $500 for a few years now,” said another person.
“Incredible find. I envy your luck.”
“This bag speaks for itself but that color really is a standout as well. Congrats!” commented a third person.
“Dammit. I never found anything that amazing when I lived in Alaska!” said another Redditor.
“That looks like it could for sure be a legit vintage Jackie. Which, considering that’s the bag I’m currently hunting for, I’m incredibly jealous over.
Valuable thrifting finds revealed
Here are some of the best thrift store finds:
Tiffany & Co. earrings that sold for $0.34 and are valued at $430
American Girl doll that sold for $5.99 and is valued at $300
Bionicle toy that sold for $14.95 and is valued at $18.101
Gold record plaque for DJ Quik’s 1992 album Way 2 Fonky that sold for @20 and is valued at $200
Rothy’s brand Sugared Berry pointed-toe flats that sold for $155 retail and are valued at $250
“May you wear it well or make a hefty profit if you decide to resell! Either way, congrats on the find!”
“I’m sure you can rehab it by yourself. Those leather bags take to cleaning/washing very well,” suggested one reader.
“Definitely authentic, I collect vintage Gucci. Nice find! I’m super jealous!” wrote another person.
“Oh stop I cannot even!” commented one Redditor.
“Seriously, I applaud you and wish I could get so lucky. Enjoy this beauty.”
The fashion fan picked up what appeared to be a vintage Gucci bag for just $4.99 from an Alaskan thrift storeReddit / ThriftStoreHauls
Reddit / ThriftStoreHaulsThe shopper showed their fellow Reddit users a close-up look at the details on the Gucci bag[/caption]Fashion – Latest Style News And Fabulous Trends | The Sun
