Your Thoughts || Handbag Knock-offs
October 18, 2013
I can't tell you how glad I'm that it's Friday. Phew! That was one crazy week. I was smitten by this image- the composition, the sense of movement, the color, the wild shoes I would never wear but admire. And of course the beautiful Hermes croc bag had me at "H"ello. It is very similar to a bag that used to be my grandmother's and was passed down to me. I love it and wear it all the time. It's so chic and just reminds me of her. I can picture her wearing her fuschia lipstick and her heavy perfume waiting by the door, waiting for the rest of us to be ready. She was always ready. Up for anything, at any time and before any of us knew what we were even up to. So, about this bag that was passed down to me- its a knock-off. A good, expensive one at that (not made in China), but made in Italy with beautiful croc leather. It even has the brand in the inside (so, no it doesn't say Hermes). Here is my question- Do you have any knock-offs in your closet? Would you? Could you? Is it a sin? not so terrible? But of course I have some!
I'm proud of this one and it will be well taken care of and even passed down to my little one. I adore it actually. Just want to see what your thoughts are.
And of course it's Friday so I need to talk about the One Room Challenge (ORC). This week is the midway point, which is exciting, so three more weeks to go. Ok, the most exciting post for me on the ORC this week was Andrea's from the Glam Pad. You have to see the sink she got for $250! You will die (let's say she has a $20K savings). Beth from designPost interiors shares some wonderful sources for baskets and pillows here. And I can tell Elizabeth will have the coolest playroom on the block- go adore her new stripes here. I also really loved Jennifer's ikea lampshade DIY (even though she is not going to use it on her room makeover). The idea of users color dye with syrenges is genious and easy, plus the results are good-looking. See here (you need to scroll all the way down). Oh and Charmaine's efficiency kills me. She accomplished the most this week, no kidding!
Ok, so back to the knock-offs.... Do tell.
17 comments
I have a couple. And a great Prada one... but somehow I will always know its not real. So that makes me a little self conscious when I wear it. But it'll have to do for now :)
ReplyDeleteIn my next life, when I am as rich as Oprah I will buy and support all original labels. However, until that lotto ticket comes thru, I am not opposed to a knock off or two. As long as it is a good one. :) And I think I want a few of Jennifer's lampshades btw. Those suckers are awesome!
ReplyDeleteI love the fact that you have a bag from your grandmother that you will then pass down to Miss A! I think that buying the real deal is where it is at because it is quality and luxury that you will want to pass down to your kids/grand kids. Have a great weekend:)
ReplyDeleteConsidering I do a lot of shopping at Forever 21, I am not opposed to a knock off whatsoever! And knock off or not, your grandmother's purse is a treasure!
ReplyDeleteI think having a couple of knock-offs is perfectly fine. I have a Prada knock off that you seriously can't tell the difference. My issue is when you start having like 27 knock offs. If I personally carried a different designer purse every day, everyone who knows me would know it's fake! I think, like most things, it's best to invest in a couple of key pieces, instead of going for a lot of cheap ones. That's just my two cents...
ReplyDeleteI'm totally ok with having knock-offs. Most definitely acceptable in my opinion! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sure I do have knock-offs, and I don't even know who they were knocked off from. You highlighted some of my fav's this week, too. Can't get over the blogland talent.
ReplyDeleteIt's funny. I'm totally fine with it when it comes to fashion, but have a harder time with decor. Guess it just depends on what you value :)
ReplyDeleteI need to catch up on the ORC spaces! Maybe I'll get a quiet morning alone soon...
I think there is nothing wrong at all with a knock off or two, especially if they are good ones. And, what is better than a vintage bag handed down from your grandmother!!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend, Albertina!! xoxo
I kind of think that most everything is somewhat of a knock off of something else. I LOVE that you carry your grandmother's handbag.
ReplyDeleteknock off or the real thing-cute is cute!
ReplyDeletebest!
Laura
I don't have any knock-offs in my closet but I wish I had because for me it's not a sin at all!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend!
Ummmmm I really don't know what to say hahaha. I don't own a knock-off, and I think that where I stand is that, for me is more acceptable to buy a similar bag (style wise) with a different brand name than buying a knock-off. I just think that using someone else's name so deliberately is kind of wrong. But you know me, I don't judge ;)
ReplyDeleteKnockoffs are all good in the hood. Love that your daughter will already have a fashionable heirloom!
ReplyDeleteIt really depends on what you mean by knock-offs. I tend to stay away from them if they are trying to pass themselves off as the real deal. But knock offs that are inspired that you buy at a legit store, I think we all have those.
ReplyDeleteHowever, anything that was passed down from a beloved grandparent definitely has the green light.
Interesting discussion! I personally would not buy a knock-off (in terms of something that is intended to look exactly like the "real" version, copying logos etc.) but things are are "inspired by" designer items are different to me. Ultimately I think quality and usability are more important to me than any label itself - so I'd rather pay for craftsmanship if the item is really made better - though that's not always the case with higher priced items!
ReplyDeleteReplicas for me are cool. I don't really buy anything because of the brand. I buy it because either I want it or I just need it. I have authentic bags and some I bought from
ReplyDeletedesignerbagsonline.coThere isn't much difference and I love them all.
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