Welcoming Designer Handbags & Fashion to Elmwood's

With the recruitment of an experienced specialist, we at Elmwood’s are delighted to be launching our new Designer Handbags and Fashion Department. 

There will be plenty of opportunities to both buy and sell, with several sales taking pace throughout the next year, beginning with our Luxury Gift Sale in December. 

Over the course of the past few years, we have seen the rise of sustainable fashion, reducing waste and over-consumption. The re-sale market for handbags and luxury goods is booming, and is only going to reach new heights. ‘Recycling’ pre-loved pieces is the key to looking fashionable without contributing further to the environmental damage fast-fashion causes. The growth of this market coincides well with both the inherent sustainability of auctions and Elmwood’s as a company. 

Handbags are no longer just eye-candy; not only keeping your money safe, but in many cases even growing in value over time. A known example of this being the Chanel classic flap handbag. This iconic piece, which comes in various sizes, has been in constant production since its launch in the 1980s. Instantly recognisable, this handbag has been subject to multiple price increases year on year, from $1,150 in 1990 to $8,800 in November 2021.

From crossbody handbags to top handles and shoulder bags, we aim to auction a wide range of different styles and brands at various price points. It will be easy to find a bag that suits your tastes and, most importantly, practical needs!

And this doesn’t just stop at Handbags, we also welcome designer fashion, ready-to-wear, couture, shoes, as well as small designer leather goods. Staple classics like Chanel tweed jackets and slingback heels as well as legendary limited edition collections such as the Tom Ford x Gucci collaboration are always popular and in demand. 

If you would like to receive an expert valuation for a single item or an entire collection, Elmwood’s are here to help you navigate this specialist market and achieve the highest prices possible. 


Please kindly contact our Designer Handbags and Fashion Specialist, Violante at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for an in person valuation, either in our Notting Hill saleroom, online or in your home. 

With a global network of buyer’s and an international presence, Elmwood’s is the ideal place to both buy and sell your designer handbags and fashion. With 0% seller’s fees and lifetime authenticity guarantee, you can sell, bid, buy and love with complete confidence.

Contact us today for a free, no obligation expert valuation, whether that be for a single item or an entire collection.