Okay, so I’ve been obsessed with finding the perfect Marc Jacobs Stam bag. You know, the iconic one with the kiss-lock closure? I’ve wanted one forever, but they’re not exactly easy to come by these days, since they’re discontinued. So my journey began!
First, I scoured all the usual online marketplaces. You know the ones. I spent hours scrolling, filtering by brand, style, and condition. I found a few, but they were either way out of my price range, super beat up, or just looked…off. Like, maybe not authentic.
Then, I hit up some consignment stores. I figured, who knows, maybe I’d get lucky! I drove all over town, popping into every shop I could find. I saw some beautiful bags, don’t get me wrong, but no Stams. It was starting to feel a little hopeless.
I even started asking around. I texted friends who are into fashion, posted on some online forums. I was basically putting out an all-points bulletin for a Stam bag! I got a few leads, but nothing panned out. Some were scams, others just weren’t quite what I was looking for.
Next, I decided to get really specific with my online searches. Instead of just “Marc Jacobs Stam,” I started using keywords like “quilted,” “black leather,” “chain strap,” along with any details of models I find to narrow it down. That helped a little, I think, because I started seeing more options that were at least closer to what I wanted.
I started watching a number of listings, comparing prices, scrutinizing photos, and reading seller reviews. And Finally, Bingo! I finally found one after days of searching. And, score! It was in great condition, the price was reasonable, and the seller seemed legit. I messaged the seller immediately, asked a bunch of questions, and then I did it! I was so happy I found it!
