First off, forget buying brand spanking new. Unless you’re rolling in dough, that’s just plain silly. You gotta hit the pre-loved market. Places like Poshmark, right? They claim up to 70% off retail. Now, I gotta be real, 70% off is probably some *dream* scenario, like finding a unicorn riding a bike. But, y’know, worth a look. Just be CAREFUL. Make sure you’re not getting ripped off with a fake. Pictures, descriptions… scrutinize EVERYTHING.
Then there’s StockX. They say “StockX Verified” which *sounds* reassuring, but honestly, I’m always a bit skeptical. Still, might be worth a peek, especially if you’re after a specific version, like that Fendi by Marc Jacobs one.
Now, here’s where things get a little…hazy. See, I stumbled across some listings that were clearly in Portuguese (or Spanish, I’m terrible with languages). They’re talking about “Bolsa Fendi Mon Tresor Mini Original” and describing it in “couro na cor vermelha” (red leather, I think!). This is great IF you speak the language or are willing to use Google Translate. You might just find a hidden gem in a market you wouldn’t normally look at. Plus, the description mentions it being “exuberante,” which is just a fantastic word, regardless of whether it gets you a cheaper bag.
And then…Amazon UK. Tresor Perfume? What?! See, this is the mess I’m talking about. I guess they’re just using the word “Tresor” in a totally different context. Red herring, move on.
Don’t forget the power of just plain old comparison shopping. The info about “shop fendi mon tresor mini bag, get the best deals, and compare prices across 800+ stores” is SOLID advice. Do it. Even if it’s tedious.
My personal opinion? The *absolute* cheapest Mon Tresor? Probably some incredibly worn-down, heavily used one on eBay that someone doesn’t even realize is worth anything. It’ll probably need a good cleaning and maybe some TLC from a leather repair person, but hey, if you’re *really* on a budget, that’s the way to go. Just…be prepared for it to look, well, loved.
