Sell Designer Bags Melbourne
Sell Designer Bags in Melbourne
The Purse Affair is Melbourne’s largest luxury consignment store, with two locations — 356 Collins Street in the CBD and Westfield Doncaster. Whether you have a Hermès Birkin sitting in a wardrobe in Toorak, a Chanel Classic Flap in Brighton, or a Rolex in Balwyn, you can walk it into a real Melbourne store, have it authenticated in front of you, and have a quote the same day. No appointment needed, and nothing to pay to list.
We have sold more than 25,000 preloved luxury items and hold a Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee on every one. Prefer not to travel? Post it to us instead — the process is identical.
How to sell your designer items from Melbourne
- Email your photos. Send front, back, interior, base, serial number and any wear to quote.tpa@gmail.com.
- Get your quote within 24 hours. We quote both a consignment price and an outright purchase figure so you can choose.
- Drop off or post it. Bring it in to our Melbourne CBD store (356 Collins Street, Tenancy 1, Upper Mezzanine, Melbourne VIC 3000) or Westfield Doncaster store (Westfield Doncaster, Ground Floor, 619 Doncaster Road, Doncaster VIC 3108) — no appointment needed — or post it to us if that is easier.
- We authenticate, photograph and list. Your item goes live on our website, in store, and across our social channels.
- Get paid on dispatch by bank transfer as soon as the item sells and ships.
What our consignors actually receive
These are real figures from items we have sold, not estimates. “Items sold” is the number of that model we have handled, and the payout is the median amount paid to the consignor after our commission.
| Item | Items sold | Sold price range | Median consignor payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hermès Birkin 30 | 81 | $14,100 – $72,100 | $19,610 |
| Hermès Kelly | 137 | $520 – $110,100 | $5,595 |
| Hermès Constance | 95 | $650 – $53,100 | $10,185 |
| Chanel Classic Flap | 312 | $1,680 – $15,600 | $7,210 |
| Chanel (all models) | 4,249 | $290 – $40,100 | $3,555 |
| Louis Vuitton (all models) | 3,974 | $160 – $70,000 | $1,300 |
| Cartier Love | 212 | $790 – $50,100 | $5,085 |
| Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra | 260 | $1,630 – $79,100 | $3,020 |
| Gucci (all models) | 1,476 | $100 – $5,360 | $1,000 |
| Christian Dior (all models) | 1,040 | $170 – $25,000 | $1,980 |
All figures in AUD. Your payout depends on the model, condition, inclusions and current market demand — email us for an exact quote.
Why sell with The Purse Affair?
- Australia’s largest preloved luxury retailer — more buyers means faster sales.
- 50% of items sell within one week, 80% within one month.
- Payout on dispatch — you are paid when the item ships, not weeks later.
- Two Melbourne stores plus nationwide online reach — maximum exposure for your item.
- Professional photography, pricing and marketing included at no cost to you.
- Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee on every item — buyers pay more when they trust the seller.
Two ways to sell
Consignment — we photograph, price, market and sell the item for you over a six-week listing period, and you keep the majority of the sale price. If it does not sell you can collect it free of charge, reduce the price, or take a direct purchase offer.
Direct purchase — if you want money now, we will make you an outright offer and pay by bank transfer once the item passes authentication.
Brands we accept
Hermès, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Rolex, Prada, Christian Dior, Saint Laurent, Celine, Loewe, Fendi and Bulgari, plus most recognised luxury houses. See our full list of accepted designers.
Our commission
| Sale price | Our fee | Your payout |
|---|---|---|
| Under $2,000 | $300 flat | Sale price minus $300 |
| $2,000 – $4,000 | 20% | 80% of sale price |
| $4,001 – $15,000 | 15% | 85% of sale price |
| $15,001+ | 10% | 90% of sale price |
Frequently asked questions
Where can I sell designer bags in Melbourne?
At either of our two stores: 356 Collins Street, Tenancy 1, Upper Mezzanine, Melbourne VIC 3000, or Westfield Doncaster, Ground Floor, 619 Doncaster Road, Doncaster VIC 3108. Both accept walk-ins with no appointment, and both can authenticate and quote your item on the spot.
How much can I get for my designer bag in Melbourne?
It depends on the brand, model and condition. Our median consignor payout on a Chanel Classic Flap is $7,210 and on a Hermès Birkin 30 it is $19,610. Email photos to quote.tpa@gmail.com for an exact figure within 24 hours.
Do you buy designer bags outright, or only on consignment?
Both. Consignment usually earns you more, and an outright purchase pays you immediately by bank transfer. We quote both figures so you can choose.
How long does it take to sell?
Half of all items we list sell within a week and 80% sell within a month. You are paid by bank transfer as soon as the item is dispatched.
Is there any cost to me?
No. Authentication, photography, pricing and marketing are all free. We only take a commission if and when the item sells, and if it does not sell you can collect it at no charge.
Get a free quote today
Email photos of your item to quote.tpa@gmail.com — front, back, interior, base, serial or date code, and any areas of wear. We reply with a consignment and a direct purchase figure within 24 hours. No obligation, no fees to list.
Selling from elsewhere in Australia?
We accept consignments nationwide: Melbourne, Doncaster, Melbourne CBD, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and everywhere else in Australia.
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