I want to get a Mulberry bag, where do I start?

[OhBlissOhJoy]

I'm possibly coming into some money in the next few months and have decided to treat myself to one extravagance that I would never normally consider. I've always wanted a Mulberry bag but my sensible side can't really justify going to a store and paying the full price! I know they have store outlets for unsold stock but I can only really shop online. Ebay seems like a minefield for fakes.
Much as I love the Bayswater it's bigger than I need, I want more of a evening bag - something that I can take to the pub rather than to a posh do. I like the Lily in their current range but not so keen on metal straps. Can anyone give me any advice please?

[witwootoodleoo]

The outlets always used to be happy to post stuff if that helps and often have reasonably current stock, perhaps in older colours.

Bear in mind that a lot of Mulberry bags are really heavy - so much so it puts me off using some of mine.

I do however love my small Bayswater satchel - perfect size for an evening in the pup or trip to the shops and can be dressed up or down

[DioneTheDiabolist]

Are you close to a House of Frasier? The one in my town has a Mulberry concession. Maybe you could go there, see the actual bags and order from a proper outlet.

[MooMinCow]

I was at the Bicester outlet yesterday and they have loads of styles there in nice colours (Lily, Cara etc) if you want more of the traditional Mulberry bags I would go there as They seem to be clearing all the older stock now the new designer has taken over.

[OhBlissOhJoy]

Well, doing my "research" last night after posting this and after drinking a few more wines I stupidly bought a bag on ebay - despite my comment about it being a minefield for fakes. Which no doubt it is.

[PNGirl]

Try the authentication thread on The Purse Forum:

forum.purseblog.com/threads/authenticate-this-mulberry.901871/page-652

They will tell you.

If it is a fake, I recommend either:

www.npnbags.co.uk/

or

labelsmostwanted.co.uk/

[OhBlissOhJoy]

Thank you so much PN, I'm feeling rather sheepish this morning.
Fortunately it was described as brand new with tags and as an authentic bag so if I find out it isn't then it is at least covered by the ebay guarantee.

[imjessie]

Join the mulberry Facebook pages . The ladies know their stuff and will help you .

[Cheesymonster]

I bought a preloved Alexa from a website called finerthingsaberdeen.co.uk - almost half price. Good luck with your eBay purchase op, report back!

[OhBlissOhJoy]

Thanks for your advice, I am so cross with myself because I've also denied myself the fun of researching and choosing properly!

[Chocolateteabag]

If you have no luck with your eBay bag (and you should get your £ back if it is fake!) I have found Dress Agencies to be best place to get Mulberry's - you can have a good look at the condition and whether it's a fake etc

[AnotheBloodyChinHair]

Personally I would buy a Mulberry bag from John Lewis. If anything goes wrong they'll deal with it. Mulberry won't.

[MrsGB2225]

Bicester village used to have a good mulberry store (if you are able to cancel your eBay purchase)

[HappenstanceMarmite]

The outlet at Shepton Mallet is very good. A mush smaller designer village, but a lot less manic and packed.

[OhBlissOhJoy]

It's not fake

[MiniCooperLover]

Thats good news OP, were you able to check it out?

[ChishandFips33]

Fab news!!

Did you get it for a bargain price? Which one did you buy?

[whirlygirly]

I bought a genuine mulberry Seth messenger bag on eBay not long back - the seller was lovely and I would not be at all surprised if she's on here.

[nooddsocksforme]

the facebook pages are fab-mulberry buy and sell etc. lots of nearly new bags . totally addictive though. op what did you buy

[OhBlissOhJoy]

Thanks to @PNGirl
Try the authentication thread on The Purse Forum and they've think it's authentic! I'm really surprised and delighted too because it's smaller than I thought it was going to be - so perfect for a pub bag.
I don't know what it's called though. Will post a photo from my phone in a sec...

[OhBlissOhJoy]

Lovely soft dark brown leather 😊

[ThisNight]

That's georgeous OhBliss. I've just bought one on eBay, after scrutinising the pictures and the seller for about two weeks! Fingers crossed.

[ThisNight]

*gorgeous even.

[PopcornBits]

I have a Mulberry bag, I have the Alexa satchel, I echo PP, the bag is bloody heavy. It's actually causing me problems wearing it at the moment as I've got an issue with my shoulder, it digs in.

I don't think I would invest in another Mulberry because of that which is a shame really. I think a small little clutch would be nice.

[Lonelynessie]

There's a sample sale at the beginning of March in London - you have to register before you go. I've bought a few from there before so will be going again next week.

[Champers4Pampers]

Nice bag!

I was going to recommend The Purse Forum they're great.

I love my mulberry's, classic, bags that I use everyday.

Enjoy!