Pre-owned Excellent Condition CELINE Black and White Combination Saddle Bag Half-Moon Bag Shoulder Bag Crossbody Bag

Celine vintage BESACE crossbody - leather black(⁎⁍̴̛ᴗ⁍̴̛⁎), 100% authentic pre-owned! If you have any questions, please message before placing an order. All sales are final. Many who have never bought pre-owned items might have entered the Celine world through their signature monogram or distinctive hardware. Celine truly offers a wide array of choices. Among so many brands, Celine can be considered a master of hardware. In its earlier eras, the brand produced an endless variety of buckle designs, truly pushing the boundaries of creativity. Even now, at intervals, new and unseen buckle styles emerge in the pre-owned market, offering delightful surprises! This particular bag shape is likely familiar even to those new to pre-owned pieces, as CELINE has reissued similar designs with their monogram. The monogram version was previously listed and has since sold. This one in hand is a rarer, all-leather version, in classic black with white contrast stitching. The half-moon silhouette suits both taller and petite individuals well, and its size offers practical capacity—neither too large nor too small. I've personally tested it and found it can comfortably fit a phone (even larger models), a long/medium/short wallet, a cardholder, tissues, and hand sanitizer. It boasts a surprisingly friendly capacity, holding almost all your daily essentials. It might not look like it can hold so much, but it truly does! It's no wonder it's so popular. The half-moon shape is very flattering, and many contemporary new designs also feature this silhouette, making it incredibly versatile! Black is also a universally flattering color. Simply put, it looks beautiful paired with autumn/winter coats and slim-fit trousers or a sweater dress. In spring/summer, a simple tank top with jeans offers a casual yet chic look! There's a "whispered rumor" that everyone who buys pre-owned bags must have a Celine in their collection, precisely because their vintage styles are so diverse and unlikely to be duplicated. (I personally feel new designs simply cannot compare to vintage pieces, as the craftsmanship and material quality of new items are vastly different. You can easily find complaints online about the poor quality of new items from major brands...) . . ⚐⚑˒˒ The bag is in superb condition, rated as excellent, with no obvious major flaws. It comes with its original dust bag! The front and back of the bag show no significant or deep scratches, scuffs, stains, or indentations, only minimal signs of use. The leather on the bottom, edges, and corners is intact, with no major wear, scratches, indentations, stains, or discoloration, and absolutely no peeling. The leather is smooth and possesses a rich, inherent sheen. The two gold-tone buttons on the sides are each engraved with the Celine logo, showcasing beautiful, golden details! Upon closer inspection, the strap shows minor signs of use but is free of any stains or peeling. The entire bag features contrasting white stitching, with firm seams. The adjustment buckle is a gleaming gold-tone, engraved with CELINE, allowing for adjustable length (we can add extra holes for petite individuals if needed). The interior leather lining is free of stains, stickiness, or peeling; it's very clean. The zipper on the interior pocket glides smoothly. It includes a leather tag. The decorative buckle on the front is engraved with Celine, and the buckle itself is a beautiful gold-tone. The combination of the black bag, gold hardware, and white contrast stitching is striking. Overall, the condition is exceptional, with very minimal signs of wear. The saddle-shaped half-moon style is highly sought after, and the all-black color with white contrast stitching is universally versatile and easy to pair! ❍ The photos were taken by the owner under natural sunlight, and the lighting may vary depending on the time of day, so color variations are possible. Additionally, I have more detailed photos and modeling shots, but they cannot be displayed here. Please message me to request them! Due to the unique nature of pre-owned orders, all sales are final, with no returns or exchanges. Therefore, please examine the photos carefully before placing your order. . . ⋄┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋄⋄⋄┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋄ | Rating | Rank A | Dimensions | 22x16x7cm (measured without internal contents) | Color | Black | Material | Leather | Origin | Italy ⋄┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋄⋄⋄┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋄ The primary reason I love pre-owned bags is that the materials from past eras are vastly superior to those used in modern new collections. In the past, most pre-owned items were ✦ handmade, with the warmth of human touch rather than mass machinery. The craftsmanship of artisans is undoubtedly much more refined than that of machines, much like how everyone appreciates products crafted by skilled artisans! However, today, the vast majority of processes are automated by machines with minimal human assembly, losing the delicacy of the past. I believe the simplest and most direct way to see this is by comparing the detailed quality of the monogram patterns on recent brand revivals with genuine vintage monograms. The level of detail is entirely different. If you love monograms, you should seek out pre-owned items! Truly! In terms of style, older eras featured more ✦ simple, timeless, and enduring designs. Many current new designs are actually revivals of older styles. However, new designs are priced higher than their vintage counterparts. New designs are typically based on older models, with added details or modifications. The final product often becomes more complex (or perhaps peculiar...) than its predecessors. I believe as we grow older, we understand one thing: the simpler, the more enduring! As we age, our clothing choices often return to basic styles because the more fundamental, the more versatile. The quality of materials in older pieces is also superior to newer ones. If you understand ✦ leather, you can tell that the materials used in new collections are mostly inferior to older ones. This is mainly because the cost of high-quality raw materials is too high today, and their availability is not as abundant as before; Earth's resources are dwindling... Furthermore, in the past, brands did not have the "ubiquitous" presence of numerous stores like they do now... Their clientele typically had a certain income level and certain expectations for the finished products. There was no "fast fashion culture" back then; a bag was expected to be used for many years. The difference between new and old eras is clearly visible in the ✦ hardware. Many new hardware pieces oxidize and discolor after just one or two years, but older models typically do not. Besides the use of premium materials and meticulous techniques, hardware from earlier eras was often plated with real K gold! It's worth mentioning that Chanel Vintage is expensive for a reason; many of its buckles and chains contain real gold, certified by gold merchants! Therefore, even vintage bags from as early as the 60s and 70s, if well-preserved, can still have gleaming hardware today. As for new models available now, based on my knowledge, none of the brands use K gold in their hardware anymore, which is why it oxidizes so easily. Many people say that buying vintage bags is a form of alternative investment, as they rarely depreciate and often appreciate in value. This is because well-preserved pre-owned bags are becoming increasingly rare in the market; with each passing day, there are fewer of them. Remember, each one is a discontinued item. The number of them existing in the world is finite, so they will only become fewer, more expensive, and harder to find. Moreover, many brands increase their prices periodically, and each price hike drives up the market value of pre-owned items. Alternatively, if a brand releases a "revival model," the reference vintage pieces or similar styles will see a direct price increase! Adding to this, in recent years, Japanese and Korean celebrities have favored vintage items. Once a particular style is worn by a celebrity, its price can skyrocket instantly. It truly soars because, during that period, many people will frantically search for that style or a similar alternative, causing the prices of those few items to multiply... Therefore, vintage is truly a case of "buy early, enjoy longer; buy late, pay more" (this isn't an advertising slogan... it's a truth in the pre-owned world...). This is my personal experience; I regret not entering the market earlier for many collections. I can no longer find them, and even if I do, the price is astronomical. But the issue is, even knowing the price is exorbitant, you're compelled to buy because waiting for the next one will only mean a higher price (unless the condition is poor). I am often asked about bag maintenance (ᐢ.ˬ.ᐢ). I will include a small note with details inside the bag, so don't worry. My personal habit is to give my bags a polish when I organize my closet during seasonal changes (so each seasonal change is a major undertaking...|||). Actually, pre-owned bags aren't that troublesome. For newcomers, it's simply a matter of getting used to regular maintenance and cherishing the bag. Once it becomes a habit, it's not difficult. Pre-owned bags are made from excellent materials. As long as they are not used roughly and are stored properly, they can easily last for another decade and be passed down to your daughter! Every pre-owned bag is one that I love and have collected, so I hope you will love it too and be able to preserve it for years to come ☪︎ *.。 ☾︎.*·̩͙ If you are interested in purchasing, please feel free to message me with any questions. Pre-owned items are sought after by discerning customers who appreciate their unique value ⸜❤︎⸝. ⚜️ All copyrights and trademarks belong to the brand of this product. ⚜️