My Experience With Gucci

First Impression

As a fashion lover I have always dreamed of one day owning a designer bag. I decided to make that dream a reality a few months ago. After saving up for a year or so I decided to enlist the help of my husband (for moral support) and we headed off to South Coast Plaza. I had watched a few very disheartening Youtube videos of people who were treated very poorly by the staff at these designer boutiques. I felt very nervous stepping foot in any of the boutiques but thankfully my husband was there to reassure me everything would be fine. At first we started at Neiman Marcus which was a little intimidating but a great way to get my feet wet!

As we wondered around NM we stumbled upon the Gucci section and I was immediately greeted by one of the sales associates. I loved how she let me know if I needed any help she would be happy to help but she didn't hover over me which was perfect! I love to shop in peace and take my time examining all of my possible conquests! I initially had my eye on the ever so popular Dionysus bag which was constructed impeccably and made very practical for everyday use. I kept my options open and wondered around until my eyes met with the classically beautiful Padlock GG Supreme Top Handle bag. I knew she was the one!!!! 

The Purchase

Once I knew what I wanted I was ready to make the purchase. The sales associate asked me to examine the bag to make sure I was ok with her current state, as the floor model was the only one left for purchase. I found a few scratches on the black leather which broke my heart because I wanted my first  bag to be in pristine condition. She saw my disappointment and informed me there was an actual Gucci store in the mall which may have a brand new one in the back. Luckily they did and that was the day I bought my very first designer bag.  

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A Few Months In ...

Now that I have been the proud owner of my Gucci GG Padlock Top Handle bag for a little over 3 months I can give you the scoop! Initially I felt unworthy of such an expensive piece and it was hard for me to even take the bag out of its box. Soon those feelings subsided into admiration for myself for becoming the proud new owner of a luxury piece I've wanted ever since I could remember. It truly is empowering when your able to accomplish something you've been wanting to do for so long on your own. 

I have used my bag over a handful of times and it's held up quite nicely. The black leather has a few minor scratches from my own mishandling of the bag but nothing major. Just be cautious with the opening flap of this bag because the leather is very soft, silky and smooth which equates to more visible imperfections if not treated with proper care. The hardware is in impeccable condition and feels very hearty and durable. The inside of the bag is lined with a suede material which has held up beautifully. I have no regrets with my purchase and actually have my eye on another Gucci bag because they are just so yummy!!

I hope my experience will help some of you out there who are on the fence or feel intimidated by purchasing designer pieces. Don't ever let anyone or anything deter you from your goal, if you want to buy designer and have the funds to do so than do it!

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