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atlgirl


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...le dix bag. I love this bag, and it's something I'll have to save for, because a four-figure bag isn't exactly in my budget anytime soon. I have been looking at them on eBay but I want a real one, not a knockoff and Balenciaga is one of those brand I'm hesitant to buy on eBay...

Anyone have suggestions, information about fakes, etc? I know I want nickel and not brass hardware, but I've been told that nickel hardware is no longer being used on these bags. Which means I might have to rely on eBay. But are there other places (online or in person) where I might be looking for older versions of this bag, or discounted bags?

Any help would be most appreciated. :)

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zeitgeist4


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I don't know if this will help or not, but you might find some info in the Balenciaga section of
The Purse Forum.

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definitely check out the fashion spot.. there are about a million posts devoted to balenciaga bags. there is even a separate thread about fakes. it's a little overwhelming to go thru all the info.

i would hesitate to buy off ebay. there are so many fakes out there.

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atlgirl, it will be hard to find nickel hardware. ebay is prob your only route. if you need help w/ the ones you find, feel free to pm me. i've have one and can compare pics with mine.


i would stay away from onlines sites unless you know for sure they are authorized dealers. like lv, they are pretty exclusive and you prob wont find them discounted. i would hate for you to end up with a fake one. stay away from bluefly cos alot of people have reported that the balenciaga bags they bought from there are FAKE.


is there a particular color you are looking for?



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www.aloharag.com is an authorized dealer.  they are really nice there if you give them a call.  good luck.  it's a gorgeous bag! 



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Thanks, you guys are GREAT. I will check out all recommendations.

kahluamilk, you may have some pms from me in the near future. I'd be thrilled if I could find a good price on eBay...I *don't* want a knockoff. I am willing to pay retail (as I can save up for one) if necessary, but of course a bargain would help the budget greatly. :) I don't have a specific color in mind - but I want something bold, like a red or green maybe...I know that I don't want black or brown. I have a hard time finding bags I like in unusual colors, so since Balenciaga has made these in so many shades, this is a good chance for me to have something different than the standard bag colors. I don't care if this is "out" in the near future (or now) - I want to carry it for a long time, so I'm willing to wait for a color I love.

I know I'm being anal about the hardware. I just like white metals so much better than yellow metals. And as a jewelry person, I really *hate* brass. I make exceptions occasionally (and I will if I have to in this case), but I really like the nickel hardware better. Picky, picky.

p.s. NCshopper, I place the blame for this obsession squarely on your shoulders. I didn't lust after this bag until I picked up that one at the boutique in March...visiting you is very bad for my wallet! :)



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Chiming in late, but I wanted to say that I bought a chocolate brown le dix in 2002 & over the last four years, I have SO gotten my money's worth out of it.   It is such a beautiful bag, and I just don't seem to get tired of it.   The quality is great too.  My bag still looks good as new, and it's seen plenty of restaurants, stores, bars, parties, etc. :)
Just as an FYI, there is a boutique here in Chicago called Blake that carries them.  They have red and lavender in stock right now & their sale started this week so they're 20% off!  They do have the brass hardware though.... but just something to consider.  This is a reputable high-end boutique so there would be no concerns about authenticity and for the security you get, you really can't beat that price. 
HTH! 

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atlgirl wrote:

p.s. NCshopper, I place the blame for this obsession squarely on your shoulders. I didn't lust after this bag until I picked up that one at the boutique in March...visiting you is very bad for my wallet! :)
Oh dear.  I guess I'll have to take responsibility for this!    Those are nice bags though and I can totally understand being picky about the hardware.  If you're going to drop that kind of money on a bag, it should be perfect.  I can't wait to see what you end up getting!

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Thanks, Vanessa, for the extra info. I can't buy right now - will have to save up a bit, even if I decide to go with the brass hardware. But I will save the info about that boutique.

NC, as I recall, you also sparked my obsession with the Secret Love bag. Can't wait to see what I fall in love with on my next visit. :)

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