Think designer bags are just for the high-fashion crowd? Think again! In this episode of In the Money with Amber Kanwar, Maggie Adhami-Boynton, Founder & CEO of ShopThing, spills the secrets on how luxury bags from brands like Hermes, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton can be lucrative investments. She shares the hottest trends, answers your questions, and reveals 3 must-have bags that’ll have you looking stylish and making money later.

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Timestamps 

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00:00: Show open
01:45: What is ShopThing and why did Maggie start the company?
5:00: ShopThing’s growth trajectory
7:30: Maggie’s advice to founders
9:00: Are there concerns about the luxury consumer?
9:50: Are handbags really a good investment? Do they go up in value?
12:40: ITM Mailbag: Is a Lady Dior bag a good investment? Will it hold its value?
14:30: Which Fendi Peekaboo would Maggie recommend?
15:30: Is Louis Vuitton making a comeback?
17:00: Have purse manufacturing standards changed amid consolidation in the industry?
18:30: Can more affordable luxury brands be investable? 
22:00: Is it better to buy Chanel new or preloved?
24:15: Pro Picks: 3 Designer Bags Worth the Investment  

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