Luxury Handbags That Hold Their Value Best (And Are Easy to Find!)

Shopping luxury should feel strategic, not stressful. Below is The Luxe Loop’s data-driven guide to luxury handbags that reliably retain their value on the secondary market, and that you can actually find many styles of them, both new and pre-loved. Consider this your shortcut to spending wisely.

How we chose these bags

We prioritized styles that check three boxes: 1) strong historical value retention on the secondary resale market, 2) deep, consistent amounts of inventory (so you’re not chasing unicorns), and 3) enduring demand that isn’t tied to a fleeting micro-trend, so this list is full of timeless classic bags.

Louis Vuitton Neverfull (MM or GM)

If you want “buy today, sell confidently later,” the Neverfull is hard to beat. In 2024, Rebag’s Clair Report quantified an average resale value around 158% of its retail price, helped by LV’s ongoing tightening of stock levels and never-ending price increases. This combination of factors pushes the Neverfull's ROI above that of many of its peers. 

How to buy smart

• Canvas first: Monogram and Damier Ebene tend to be the most liquid.

• Condition counts: Crisp glazing, clean interiors, and minimal patina preserve value.

• Keep the removable pochette insert, because neverfull sets often resell faster (and for a higher price) when complete with the pochette.

Louis Vuitton Speedy (Bandoulière 25/30)

The Speedy was Fashionphile’s #1 selling bag last year, a sign of deep demand and fast sell-through, which is great for both buyers and future sellers. Speedys are classic, widely stocked, and offered at multiple price points on the pre-loved market.

How to buy smart

• Go for the Bandoulière version: Though slightly more expensive, the strap adds daily versatility and helps resale. Also there are fewer of them available on the resale market, so they usually sell more quickly than the regular speedys do.

• Size sweet spots: 25 and 30 are the most requested.

• Keep them looking nice. Avoid over OR under-stuffing the bags, to prevent shape loss and warping.

Chanel Classic Double Flap (Small or Medium)

Among classic handbags, few styles match the Chanel Classic Double Flap’s cultural cachet and secondary-market resilience. It consistently ranks as a top-shopped style, with deep inventory across seasons and leathers.

How to buy smart

• Caviar leather = durability, and therefore, demand. Even better: micro-scratches show less than they do on lambskin, which protects its resale value.

• Classic colors lead: Black with light gold or silver hardware is the most liquid, followed by beige claire.

• Check the chain and corners: Stretched leather or worn corners can materially affect pricing.

Goyard Saint Louis (PM or GM)

This bag is logo-forward luxury with serious resale value. Rebag’s 2024 report put Goyard at the very top for brand-level value holding (≈104%). And the Saint Louis carries huge day-to-day demand with abundant pre-loved supply—especially in black/tan.

How to buy smart

• Stick to classics: Black/tan and black/black are easiest to rehome. Special colors like turquoise are a bit more niche, and though they could fetch a higher premium, they might take a little longer to sell.

• Inspect handles: Look for edge paint wear; it’s the most common refurbishment point.

• Keep the removable pouch: Similar to the LV Neverfull, it improves the bag's completeness and resaleability.

Fendi Baguette

The Fendi Baguette’s pop-culture pedigree plus frequent refreshes keep demand steady, and there’s always a healthy pool on the resale market—from unique vintage styles to modern leather and Zucca print canvas reissues—so you won’t have trouble sourcing one.

How to buy smart

• Neutral leathers sell best; special embroideries and sequins can command premiums, but appeal to a narrower buyer set.

• Confirm strap integrity: Hardware and stitching should be tight and without stains to avoid future repairs.

Dior Saddle (and a note on the Lady Dior)

The revived Dior Saddle bag remains an “it” bag with its unique shape that isn't really replicated by any other bag, strong visibility, and good availability pre-loved. Lady Dior inventory is even deeper, though resale is more sensitive to size and material. Choose right, and you’ll preserve value for both bags very well.

How to buy smart

• Saddle: Opt for leather over logo jacquard if you plan heavy use; it holds up over time and actually photographs better for resale sites.

• Lady Dior: Small and Medium in classic colors and cannage leather are the most liquid; patent leather requires extra care to avoid color transfer, so can be trickier to maintain over the years.

The Row Margaux 

For minimalists, the Row's Margaux’s momentum is real. Secondary-market data shows rising prices and search interest, though inventory is thinner than the icons above. Buy thoughtfully and you can still do well. Also since The Row is now only offering Margaux to shoppers with established purchase history with the brand, sometimes the only way to get one is via the secondary resale market.

How to buy smart

• Favor neutral, grained leathers and sizes you’ll actually carry

• Oversized models can be slower to resell, but that may change as bigger bags are having a revivial lately.

Buying tips that protect resale value

• Condition is important: “Pristine/Excellent” condition can mean a double-digit price swing versus "Good/Fair”. Ask for close-up photoss of corners, handle glazing, and interior lining so you know the true condition of the bag prior to purchasing it.

• Completeness matters: Original strap, dust bag, box, and cards can speed resale and lift price.

• Choose liquidity: Classic colors like black and beige, classic sizes, and widely recognized materials (especially durable lathers) typically resell fastest.

• Track macro signals: Waitlists and controlled distribution often buoy resale (Like the Margaux). 

• Don’t over-repair: Authorized spa work is fine; but third-party work with mismatched edge paint or replacement parts will certainly hurt a bag's resale value.

What we’d skip (for value holding)

• Hyper-seasonal colorways and novelty materials: Fun to wear, but slower to resell.

• Trend pieces without staying power: Great deals now can mean longer sell times later, and lower resale values.

• Fragile finishes without proper care plans: Patent and lambskin are beautiful, but require diligence to maintain. Few have the patience to maintain them well to preserve their resale value.

Bottom line

If you want the simplest path to value retention with ample availability, start with Louis Vuitton's Neverfull or Speedy, Chanel’s Classic Double Flap, Goyard’s Saint Louis, or a heritage icon like the Fendi Baguette. Buy classic sizes, neutral colors, and durable leathers, keep sets complete, and maintain condition. You’ll enjoy the bag now—and your future self (or future buyer) will thank you later.