Monday, October 10 is National Handbag Day and a perfect time to explore simple ways that holiday shoppers can find authentic designer handbags and other luxury items without breaking the bank:
- Word Of Mouth and referrals: Like other businesses, when you’re looking for a secondhand luxury dealer, it’s a good idea to ask your friends and family about their recommendations. You can also check out Google and other online reviews. You can also verify their membership in their local Chamber, industry trade associations, and other professional organizations.
- Ask about their authentication processes: A reputable pawnbroker is likely to be more than willing to walk you through the process that they use to verify the authenticity of luxury items. While their experience and expertise is important, they will also use technology and other tools. Ask about the credentials and training of their team and whether or not they use technology and testing equipment. Finally, ask whether or not they stand behind the items they sell.
- Trust your gut: In the end, people do business with people that they know, like, and trust. Pawnbrokers are men and women just like you who work in a fascinating industry that has been around for thousands of years. If the pawnshop and the staff feel professional, then proceed. If something feels off, walk away and find a pawnshop that’s a better fit for your needs.
For consumers in Salem, Albany, Beaverton, McMinnville, or Portland, Oregon, we recommend Capital Couture, part of the Capital Pawn family of brands. Their company is actively involved in the National Pawnbrokers Association. Co-owner Beth Annundi is, in fact, a member of their Board of Directors and was named the 2019 Pawnbroker of the Year. They’ve been consistently voted ‘Best of Willamette Valley’ as well as other awards including a ‘Best of Pawn’ recognition for fair business practices and professionalism.
They’re celebrating National Handbag Day with a weekend full of deals and discounts at each of their store locations as well as a giveaway of three packs of collectible playing cards on their social media channels. Learn more at cappawn.com!
