TIPS FOR SELLING AUTHENTIC DESIGNER BAGS on EBAY (Chanel, Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, etc.)

TIPS FOR SELLERS:

Do some research.  A quick web search and even searching on eBay can help you find the style name of the bag.  Not only does that help lead buyers to your auction, but once you know that, you can search and find out almost any information that you need about the bag.  It's always good to at least sound like you know what you're talking about. 

Authenticity:  If you are not the original owner of the bag or you purchased it from anywhere other than a licensed retailer, you need to make sure the bag is authentic before you list it.  Do some research.  Take it to your local retail store.  Include any and all information that validates its authenticity including photos of logos and hardware, serial #s, date codes, receipts, and extras like dustbags and Authenticity Cards.  Selling fake bags can lead to suspension or restrictions on your eBay account, negative feedback, and bad sales that will eventually cost you more money than you made in the first place.  Buyers that use PayPal are protected and PayPal can issue refunds from your account without your knowledge or consent.  

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR LISTING:

Title:  You only get 55 characters in the title.  Use them wisely. 

Include the name of the designer, the style name, distinctive characteristics (quilted, monogram, etc) and ALWAYS the word "bag".  The color and words like leather can be more or less important depending on the bag.  Other words like "new", "nwt", or the retail price are good if they are appropriate.  Look at completed listings for the same item and take your clues from the auctions that sold for the most. 

Style Name
Retail Price
Date of manufacture &/or purchase
Where it was purchased
What is included (dustbag, receipt, literature, etc)
Materials (if you don't know the proper terms, describe the them)

MEASUREMENTS: L x H x W + Strap Drop (between the strap and the top of the bag)

PHOTOS: Front, back, side, bottom, plus close-ups of logos, hardware, serial #s and date codes, and any and all damage.
 

CONDITION: Describe all condition issues honestly and in detail.   It is much better to undersell the bag and have a happy customer than to have to deal with returns, partial refunds, negative feedback, etc. 

IS THIS BAG AUTHENTIC?  Your first clues...

-Quality of craftsmanship.  High-end bags should be well-made from quality materials and have no flaws or inconsistencies in the workmanship. 
-Where, when, and for how much was this bag purchased?  What is the backstory?  Receipts are helpful to both buyers and sellers.   Authenticity Cards are also good, but can be faked.  
-Do some research.  There is so much information online about luxury handbags: manufacturer and retailer websites, blogs, chat rooms, fashion sites, etc.  Do a quick web search using whatever information you have to find out the style name and go from there.  Compare measurements, hardware, logos, lining fabric, and other specifics.
-Check out my other guide: QUICK TIPS to AUTHENTICATE that DESIGNER BAG (GUCCI, PRADA, LOUIS VUITTON, CHANEL, MARC JACOBS)