As we’ve grown to 19K members, I really need to address something that has become increasingly important.

PLEASE send disputes, transaction issues, reports, and moderation concerns to MOD MAIL not to my personal messages.

I especially want to emphasize DISPUTES.

I do NOT handle disputes alone. I do not want disputes being brought privately to me with the expectation that I personally decide who is right, who is wrong, who gets banned, who gets refunded, or what action should be taken.

That is exactly what our mod team is for.

When a dispute comes through Mod Mail, multiple moderators can review the information, look at screenshots, hear both sides, discuss what happened, and determine what action if any needs to be taken.

And this is something I really need everyone to understand:

If a moderator action is taken, that does NOT automatically mean I personally made that decision.

I am NOT the only moderator.

There may be situations where another moderator handles something, removes something, issues a ban, communicates with a member, or takes another action and I may not even know about it yet. Yet because I founded the community and people recognize my name, I sometimes immediately get messaged or blamed as though every single moderator action came directly from me.

That simply isn’t how our moderation works.

There are also situations where the mod team discusses something together and reaches a decision collectively. If that happens, please don’t come directly to me afterward expecting me to overturn the team’s decision or argue the situation privately. A dispute handled by the mod team needs to remain with the mod team.

This is actually one of the biggest reasons disputes shouldn’t be handled through my personal messages. It isn’t fair for one moderator to become the sole judge of a situation involving two community members, and it isn’t fair to the other moderators who are volunteering their time to help run this place.

With 19,000 people, it would be absolutely impossible for me to moderate this community by myself and thankfully, I don’t have to because of the amazing other members who are mods.

My personal chats also get flooded very quickly. I’m generally active for moderation purposes during the evenings, when I come on to post threads, go through Mod Mail, check the mod folder, and help address whatever needs attention. Another moderator may be available long before I am, which is another reason Mod Mail is the appropriate place to go.

Now, does this mean don’t ever message me? Absolutely not. Please I love to chat sometimes! And I do post rehomes time to time now.

Want my opinion on a QC? Send it. Want to ask me some crazy random question? Go for it. Want to show me something gorgeous you bought, talk reps, or just chat? I’m still me. Wanna shoot the shit.. message me!

BUT PLEASE KEEP ISSUES TO MOD MAIL. GOING FORWARD IF IT NEEDS TO BE DIRECTED TO MOD MAIL ANY OF THE MODS WILL HAVE YOU SEND IT THERE.

We’re all ultimately here to post our rehomes, find things we love, talk bags and fashion, and enjoy this community. 👜✨

But when something becomes an actual member to member dispute, transaction problem, report, or moderation issue, please take it to Mod Mail and allow the team to handle it there.

And lastly, I really want to give credit where it’s due: this community functions because of ALL of you and because of ALL of our moderators.

I’m incredibly proud of what this community has become, but no one person runs a 19K-member community successfully alone. Our mods volunteer their time, deal with situations you guys never even see, answer Mod Mail, review reports, discuss difficult situations, and help keep this place running every single day.

It is a team effort, and I genuinely appreciate every member and every moderator who helps make this community what it is.

So please remember:

Dispute = Mod Mail.
Moderation issue = Mod Mail.
Report = Mod Mail.
Personal messages = please don’t use them as a private Mod Mail inbox.

Thank you for understanding and helping us keep things fair, organized, and enjoyable for everybody. 🫶

Historically, ISO (In Search Of) posts have been one of the biggest targets for scammers. For that reason, we only open ISO threads occasionally and for a limited time.

How It Works
• Comment exactly what you’re looking for. Please be as specific as possible (brand, style, size, color, hardware, factory preference, etc.). Reference photos are encouraged.

• If you have the item, reply directly to that member’s comment.

• Your reply MUST include a current photo of the item with a handwritten date card showing:
Your Reddit username
Today’s date
The item
This helps everyone verify that you actually have the item in your possession before conversations move to private messages.
Before You Buy
Please do your own due diligence before sending any money.

✔️ Review the seller’s Reddit history.
✔️ Ask for feedback or review links not just screenshots, as screenshots can be edited or fabricated.

✔️ Ask any additional questions you feel are necessary before completing a transaction.

Important
Keep initial communication in this thread before moving to private messages.
Report anything suspicious to the moderators through Modmail.

Buy at your own risk. Rep Top Rehomes and its moderation team cannot guarantee or verify transactions between members.

Happy hunting, and we hope you find your unicorn! 🖤

It seems like every few months we go through a wave where scam posts and accusations start popping up again, so I want to give everyone a quick refresher on how we handle these situations in Rep Top Rehomes.

First and foremost: if you genuinely believe you have been scammed, PLEASE message Mod Mail. Send us everything you have screenshots, payment information, usernames, tracking information, your conversation with the seller/buyer, dates, and a brief explanation of what happened.

Please do not make a public call-out post before giving the mod team an opportunity to investigate.
There is a reason we have this rule. Over the years, we have seen situations that initially looked absolutely terrible turn out to be misunderstandings, shipping delays, communication issues, tracking problems, emergencies, or two people simply having completely different versions of what happened. Once someone’s name is publicly posted with the word SCAMMER attached to it, the entire group/subs can pile on before anyone actually knows the full story. (Which happened very recently to a WELL known Rehomer where someone tried to make her look bad in reality they were the scammer)

That creates chaos and it doesn’t necessarily help the person who is trying to get their money or item back. (Which to be honest most of the time never happens which we DO HATE)
We genuinely WANT to help you. Send it to Mod Mail and let us investigate. We can look at account history, previous transactions when applicable, reach out to the other party, compare screenshots/timelines, and determine what action needs to be taken.

A few reminders to protect yourself:
• Always use a payment method that gives you appropriate buyer protection when you don’t personally know or trust someone. (Like if they are a new profile or low karma or you have that uneasy feeling) Understand exactly what protections you are giving up before using an unprotected payment method.

• Screenshot EVERYTHING. The listing, username/date card, seller’s profile, payment, messages, agreed price, shipping agreement and tracking. (Only if you feel you were scammed.. also I always turn on persistent messaging so nothing can be deleted during the sale process.)

• Don’t ignore red flags because you really want the item. A price that seems way too good to be true, pressure to pay immediately, inconsistent photos/stories, brand-new or suspicious accounts, refusing to provide requested proof, etc. should make you slow down.

• If something feels wrong, contact us BEFORE sending money. We would much rather answer a Mod Mail and take a quick look than have you lose hundreds or thousands of dollars.

• If you’ve already paid and believe you’ve been scammed, contact your payment provider/bank promptly to find out what dispute options are available. Don’t wait weeks hoping the situation fixes itself.

And please remember: a delayed package does not automatically equal a scam, and an accusation does not automatically mean someone is guilty. That’s exactly why we investigate before allowing someone’s reputation to be destroyed publicly.

At the same time, if we determine that someone has legitimately scammed a member, we take that VERY seriously. Protecting this community is extremely important to us.

We have over 18,000 people here. There will unfortunately always be people who try to take advantage of large communities, but the best protection we have is being smart, documenting transactions, watching for red flags, and letting the mod team handle reports appropriately.

Something wrong? → MOD MAIL. 📩
Have screenshots? → SEND THEM.
Unsure about a transaction? → ASK BEFORE YOU PAY.
Public call-out? → Please don’t. Let us investigate first. Also allow mods 24 hours to go through mod mail. I try to get on in the evenings and go through mod mail.

Stay smart, protect your money, and look out for each other. 🩷

Historically, ISO (In Search Of) posts have been one of the biggest targets for scammers. For that reason, we only open ISO threads occasionally and for a limited time.

How It Works
• Comment exactly what you’re looking for. Please be as specific as possible (brand, style, size, color, hardware, factory preference, etc.). Reference photos are encouraged.

• If you have the item, reply directly to that member’s comment.

• Your reply MUST include a current photo of the item with a handwritten date card showing:
Your Reddit username
Today’s date
The item
This helps everyone verify that you actually have the item in your possession before conversations move to private messages.
Before You Buy
Please do your own due diligence before sending any money.

✔️ Review the seller’s Reddit history.
✔️ Ask for feedback or review links not just screenshots, as screenshots can be edited or fabricated.

✔️ Ask any additional questions you feel are necessary before completing a transaction.

Important
Keep initial communication in this thread before moving to private messages.
Report anything suspicious to the moderators through Modmail.

Buy at your own risk. Rep Top Rehomes and its moderation team cannot guarantee or verify transactions between members.

Happy hunting, and we hope you find your unicorn! 🖤

Hey RTR family ❤️

We wanted to take a moment to send out a friendly reminder about something we have posted many times before and will continue to stand by: please be kind to one another.

Lately, the mod team has been receiving a lot more mod mail, reports, and DMs regarding rude comments, unnecessary drama, and what we can only describe as “mean girl” behavior. We understand that everyone has different personalities, opinions, and ways of doing things, but at the end of the day, this is a community built around a shared hobby. There is no reason we can’t enjoy it while treating each other with respect.

A lot of you may not see everything that happens behind the scenes, but the mod team is constantly working to keep RTR running. I personally don’t get on here as much anymore to post rehomes because life has gotten busy, but I am still behind the scenes helping moderate and keep things organized. And honestly… it can be a lot sometimes.

We are all adults. We should be able to communicate, disagree, and handle situations without attacking each other. A simple reminder: you never know what someone else is dealing with outside of this app, so choosing kindness costs nothing.

We also want to acknowledge that our mod team is human. ❤️ We are not going to make everyone happy 100% of the time, and that’s okay. Sometimes decisions will be made that people may not agree with. However, please know that we do actively go through threads, review reports, and moderate the community consistently.

And honestly? The mod team we have is pretty amazing. We come from different backgrounds, different walks of life, and different age groups, but one thing we all have in common is that we care about RTR and the people in it. We volunteer our time because we want this community to stay a fun, safe, and welcoming place.

A quick note for anyone who comes into these communities with bad intentions: scamming people is not worth it. Taking someone’s hard-earned money for a quick $100–$200 is not a “win.” It will catch up with you, and being called out across scam warning communities is not something you can easily erase. Please find another hobby. There are plenty of ways to be involved in these communities without hurting people.

To everyone who continues to make RTR what it is thank you. Thank you for being respectful, patient, and supportive of each other and the mod team. We truly appreciate you. 🫶

Let’s continue making RTR a place where people feel comfortable sharing, buying, selling, and enjoying the hobby together.

💕 Be kind. It really is that simple. 💕

Maximum of 4 Individual Posts Per Rehome Thread

To help keep our rehome threads organized and fair for everyone, we are limiting members to 4 individual posts per thread.

Once an item is deleted, you may list another in its place. However, members who have more than 4 active listings will have the excess posts removed.
If you have a lump sum of items to rehome, please make an individual post on the main sub feed instead of the rehome thread.

Please also delete your post once your item has sold rather than marking it as sold.

Why we’re making this change:

• Keeps threads cleaner and easier to browse.

• Reduces clutter from sold items that no longer need visibility.

• Gives more members a chance to have their listings seen.

• Makes it easier for buyers to find available items.

• Prevents a small number of users from dominating the thread with excessive listings.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in helping keep Rep Top Rehomes organized, fair, and user friendly for all members.

As our community continues to grow, we’re seeing hundreds of posts removed by the mod team every single day. The overwhelming majority of those removals are because members either didn’t read the rules or missed some of our posting requirements.

Before making your first post, please take a moment to read the subreddit rules.
On Reddit Mobile:
• Open the subreddit homepage.
• Tap “See More” (or “About” depending on your app version).
• Scroll down to the Rules section.
On Desktop:
• The full list of rules is displayed in the right-hand sidebar of the subreddit.
One of the biggest reasons posts are removed is because of AI-generated date cards.

🚫 NO AI DATE CARDS. PERIOD.
Your verification card must be handwritten by you. We do not allow typed, digitally created, AI-generated, or edited verification cards of any kind.

Why?
A handwritten verification card helps protect everyone in the community. It makes it significantly harder for scammers to steal photos, reuse listings, or create fake sale posts using AI or image editing tools. It’s one of the simplest and most effective ways we can help keep Rep Top Rehomes a safer place to buy and sell.

If your date card is AI-generated, digitally created, or otherwise not handwritten, your post will be removed.
We know reading rules isn’t the most exciting part of joining a community, but they exist to protect both buyers and sellers. Taking just a few minutes to review them helps keep the subreddit running smoothly and saves you from having your post removed.

Thank you!

Hi everyone! 💕
Just a friendly reminder that Rep Top Rehomes does not allow perfume or fragrance rehomes and those posts will be removed.

There are a few reasons for this policy:
🌸 Safety first. Fragrances are liquid products, and there’s no practical way for buyers or moderators to verify exactly what’s inside a bottle once it has changed hands.

🌸 Potential health risks. Perfumes come into direct contact with the skin. If a bottle has been tampered with, contaminated, improperly stored, or refilled, it could potentially cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or other unwanted issues.

🌸 Shipping concerns. Perfumes contain alcohol and are considered hazardous materials by many shipping carriers. They often have special packaging and shipping requirements that can create unnecessary risks and complications.

Our goal has always been to keep Rep Top Rehomes as safe as possible for everyone. While we know many members enjoy collecting fragrances, we simply aren’t comfortable facilitating their resale within our community.
Thank you for understanding and for helping us keep the community safe! ❤️

Just wanted to take a second to address some of the conversations happening today.

First and foremost… let’s keep it respectful. That’s always been the culture of this community, and it’s something we’re going to continue protecting. Healthy discussion, different opinions, sharing knowledge we love all of that. Personal jabs, unnecessary comments, and talking down to one another? That’s just not what we do here.

Everyone is at a different point in their rep journey. Some members have been collecting for over a decade, while others just bought their very first bag yesterday. There’s room for everyone.

Now, onto another topic I normally don’t comment on…
I saw someone state that “pre-loved Korean” bags aren’t actually a thing and that the term is just used for fantasy bags or old styles. It’s a bit more nuanced than that.
Yes, there absolutely were fantasy Korean bags made back in the day just like there are fantasy bags produced in China today. Fantasy pieces have existed across multiple countries and eras. That isn’t unique to Korea.
However, authentic-style vintage Korean reps are very much a real part of replica history.

I own a pretty wide variety of bags from both modern Chinese factories and vintage Korean production. Speaking strictly from my own collection and experience, my vintage Korean pieces consistently receive the most compliments. The proportions, leather, construction, and overall look on many of those older pieces were honestly incredible.

Long before today’s well-known Chinese factories dominated the market, Korea was considered one of the leaders in high-end replica manufacturing. Eventually, enforcement of intellectual property laws became much stricter, making it increasingly difficult for those underground workshops to continue operating. As that happened, production shifted elsewhere, and China’s factory scene ultimately became what it is today.
That doesn’t mean every old Korean bag is amazing. It doesn’t mean every seller telling you something is “PLK” is being honest either.

There are plenty of misrepresented bags, just like there are today.

The point is simply this: history matters. There are facts, there are opinions, and then there are personal experiences.

We can absolutely discuss all three without dismissing each other.

At the end of the day, we’re all here because we enjoy bags. Let’s keep learning from one another instead of trying to “win” every conversation.

Thanks for coming to my TED Talk. 😂 let’s keep on, and let’s get back to sharing beautiful bags.