Okay, here’s my blog post about my experience with a vintage Coach Green Beckett bag:
So, I’ve been on this vintage Coach kick lately. I just love the classic styles and how well-made they are. My latest quest? A green Beckett. I’d seen a few pictures online and totally fell for that rich, deep green color. It’s not something you see Coach doing much anymore, you know?
I started my hunt, like I always do, by scouring the usual online spots. You know the drill – checking all those resale sites, hitting up online auctions, the whole nine yards. It took a while, I’m telling you, weeks, maybe longer, of pretty dedicated searching. I Saw plenty of Becketts, sure, but most were the standard black or brown. The green ones were either in terrible condition or way overpriced.
I almost gave up, honestly. I was starting to think this perfect green Beckett was just a myth, a figment of my vintage-loving imagination. Then, one rainy Tuesday (it always seems to happen on rainy days, right?), I stumbled upon a listing that looked promising. It was on one of those lesser-known resale sites, the kind you really have to dig for.
The pictures weren’t amazing, kinda blurry, but the color looked right. And the description said “good condition, some minor wear.” The price was decent, too – not a steal, but definitely reasonable. I took a deep breath and messaged the seller. Asked for more pictures, specifically of the corners, the strap, and the inside. I wanted to see any scuffs, scratches, or anything else they might have conveniently left out.
The seller got back to me pretty quickly, which is always a good sign. They sent over a bunch of new pictures, and…wow! It was even better than I expected. Sure, there were a few little scuffs on the corners, but nothing major. The leather looked supple, the color was that gorgeous deep green I’d been dreaming of, and the hardware was all intact and shiny. I could tell it had been used, but it had also been loved.
My next Step
- First, I decided to give it a good cleaning.
- Secondly, I am very careful and gentle.
I decided then and there – I had to have it. We negotiated the price a little (because who doesn’t love a good bargain?), and I hit that “buy” button. I was so excited; I could hardly wait for it to arrive!
When it finally showed up, it was even better in person. The leather smelled amazing, that classic Coach leather smell. I spent a good hour just admiring it, turning it over in my hands, checking out every detail.
I’ve been carrying it around for a few weeks now, and I get compliments on it all the time. It’s the perfect size, not too big, not too small. And that green…it just goes with everything! It was definitely worth the hunt. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best things take a little time and effort to find.
