THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO
Designer Handbags
& Fashion at auction
Handbags are on the rise.
The value of designer handbags is growing fast. When it comes to the most popular brands—Hermès, Chanel and Louis Vuitton—buying on the secondary market allows you to skip the waiting list and is often better value.
Looking to buy a pre-loved designer handbag?
Bonhams holds more than 15 auctions a year for designer handbags in London, Paris, Hong Kong, Los Angeles and online.
If you’re new to auctions, here is our complete guide to buying and selling: our insider’s guides to the top handbags, reasons to collect, and find out more about our friendly specialists.
Looking to sell your designer handbag?
Use our simple online form for a free auction estimate.
Collecting 101
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Hermès handbags guide
In a crowded luxury market, the Hermès Birkin, Kelly and Constance rule supreme.
Collecting Chanel handbags
The Chanel 2.55 flap bag is perhaps one of the most iconic bags in fashion history.
Collecting Louis Vuitton handbags
From trunk-master to fashion powerhouse, Louis Vuitton has constantly innovated.
5 reasons to collect handbags
“If you had spent all your money on Chanel handbags 30 years ago, it would have proved to be a better investment than gold,” says Meg Randell, Head of Fashion & Handbags for UK and Europe.
5 things to know when buying or selling a handbag at auction
The joy of collecting handbags is that they can be taken out into the world and worn—but they do require an extra level of care if you want them to retain their value.
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Find your next designer handbag today
1. Create an account with Bonhams
2. Follow your favourite collecting categories and get email alerts when new auctions are open for bidding
3. Register to bid in an auction when you’re ready
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