OhMyVera! A blog about all things Vera Bradley

OhMyVera's Tips for Selling on Ebay

2017-04-09T09:21:00.004-07:00

There are plenty of sites to buy and sell Vera Bradley, but one of my favorites is eBay. I am not even sure how many Vera Bradley bags I had at the height of my love for Vera Bradley, but over the years I have used eBay to sell off bags that I was done using so that I could make room for new bags. I thought I would share some tips for selling online. Start with a little research. On eBay you can search for the item you are selling. Pink Pansy is one of my favorite prints, so I will use that for an example. Type in Vera Bradley Pink Pansy Tote in the search bar on eBay. That will let you see all of the postings that match that combination of words. On your computer or on your phone find where you can refine your search (that will be on the left if you are on your computer) and select Show only: Sold listings. This will give you an idea for what your bag is currently going for.

Sell one like this. To make listing easier eBay has links on listings that allow you to sell your similar item. On your computer and on the app it will say 'sell one like this.' This will start a new listing for you and most of the listing will be pre-populated for you. You will have to check all of the fields to make sure they are correct for your item. Also you will have to fill in the description, shipping and add your own photos.

Title. One eBay you get 80 characters for your title and you should aim to use them all! Your title is where you can put in key words that people might be typing in when they are searching for what they want to purchase. Make sure you are truthful and you don't use any words that aren't related to your product. Here is an example of a title I might use for our Pink Pansy Tote: Vera Bradley Pink Pansy Tote Purse Handbag Floral Slip in Pockets Cotton. In your title do not use all caps, unless that is the proper name of what you are selling. Like if I was selling something from REI, using all caps for REI would be acceptable. Also don't use any symbol characters like -*().

Accurately describe your item. If you are selling an older cotton purse there is a chance that it might have a stain or a hole in it. That is okay! It is okay as long as you list that in the description and condition of the bag. I also always include photos of any flaws. People might still want your item depending on how bad the flaw is, just make sure that they know what to expect. Here is my best example. I found a rare Hawaiian shirt that had surfing Santas on it. The shirt had two small holes on top of the shoulder. I disclosed the condition of the shirt and included photos. The shirt sold for $125! I was so surprised, but people really wanted that shirt and since I was honest about the condition of the shirt they knew exactly what they would be getting. I received positive feedback from that transaction.

Buy your shipping supplies from eBay. If you need to build up your feedback, you can purchase your shipping supplies from eBay. The people you buy from will most likely leave positive feedback (not all buyers and sellers log back on to leave feedback after the transaction is over, that is okay and is just part of being on eBay. Don't worry if someone doesn't leave you feedback.) Supplies that I find useful are a postal scale so that I can weigh my items and include that in my sales post. I also buy poly bag mailers on eBay. You can also buy tape and labels.

That is a lot of info, so I will stop there. If you have questions about selling on eBay let me know and I might work on a second post to answer them. You can post your questions or tips in the comments! I hope you have success selling on eBay and enjoy a little extra spending money!

Vera Bradley Disney Sale - Few Hours Only!

2017-02-22T12:26:00.002-08:00

Vera Bradley sale at the Disney Store today until 6 pm EST/3 pm PST! https://www.disneystore.com

Vera Bradley Winter Sale

2017-01-08T09:40:00.000-08:00

Vera Bradley is having their winter sale and it ends TODAY. I should have wrote about it earlier, I know! Better late than never ;)
I wanted to share what I picked up in the sale (and the spring preview!!)
My life took some twists and turns over the last two years or so and in April 2016 I decided to go back to school to pursue a new career. It is an exciting time! It has been a while since I have treated myself to a new bag. While I was home for Christmas even my mother, who never points out things like this, said that my leather bag was looking a little worn out. I tried to remember when I bought it and I think it is probably 7 years old and it is my 'go-to' bag, so it has seen better days.

Hard to tell, but the leather is wearing out, the edging on the sides of the handles are cracked and brittle, the hardware was gold and is now silver and brassy.

The bag holds so much though! Sometimes I call it my Mary Poppins bag. You can see my Jazzy Blooms sunglass case, Very Berry Paisley accordion wallet and English Rose coin purse.
First I decided to get a replacement bag for my black bag. I ordered a Quilted Emma Satchel in black. It looks like it is going to be a nice big bag and I hope that I like how structured it is. I will post some photos once it arrives.
I was only going to get the bag, but decided to see what else was on sale, so I added a Christmas Ornament in Kiev Paisley. I have an ornament from every year they have sold them, so it was nice to get the 2016 ornament on sale. Random side-note: my sister was in the Peace Corps and did her service in Ukraine, so I have been to Kiev!
Vera Bradley is also doing a preview of Havana Rose (full release on January12). They have eight pieces currently for sale. So I ordered a Market Tote. I probably didn't need another tote, but Havana Rose is the first print in a while that I absolutely LOVE. Also, I am in California and plastic bags have been banned from stores, so we have to bring our own bags. It will be nice to have a brand new gorgeous bag to take with me!
One last thing, my birthday was in November so I went to use my birthday coupon for 25% off my full price order, but I only wanted one thing and it was on sale for 30% off already. So I passed the coupon along to a friend and bought the Preppy Poly Wristlet. I wanted something that would work as a wallet and wristlet so that when I am on campus I can use it if I run from a study session to the cafeteria or bookstore. This wristlet works perfectly! My iPhone 6 even fits in the front zipper pocket. They are currently sold out of black, but have a couple other color options left.

Hard to see in black, but there is a zipper that goes up and down for a hidden pocket for my phone.

The inside is a fun print! It has card slots and another zipper pocket. Great size for carrying what I need.
Thats it for now! If you picked up anything during the sale, comment below and let us know what you got!

Vera Bradley is on Rue La La

2015-03-20T08:38:00.001-07:00

Vera Bradley is on Rue La La for two days! They have some great stuff: backpacks, Vera Totes, Weekenders, Grand Travelers along with others! Even some retired styles that haven't been available for a while. It is worth checking out.

Sign up link: https://www.ruelala.com/invite/ohmyvera Shopping link: https://www.ruelala.com/boutique/79361/

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Free Cooler Tote Promotion

2015-03-19T10:28:00.001-07:00

Free Cooler Tote (reg $60) with any $125 or more purchase, now through Sunday, March 22. You can take advantage of this deal online or in Vera Bradley stores.

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Vera Bradley on QVC - Plus Exclusive Print Field Flowers

2015-03-18T15:04:00.001-07:00

Vera Bradley will be on QVC Friday, March 20 from 2:00am to 3:00am EST. This is currently the only show listed. I was a little surprised because in the past there have been 3-4 shows. So exciting news, Vera Bradley will have a QVC exclusive print: Field Flowers. I am not sure which styles it will come in, but here is a photo of it in the Large Duffel! Some of you might recognize the print...it is Midnight Blues, but in more colors with a black background.

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Vera Bradley to Close New Haven Plant

2015-03-16T04:00:00.000-07:00

Vera Bradley is going to close its plant in New Haven on May 9th (or sooner) and lay off 250 employees.
Article links: Fox 19: http://www.fox19.com/story/28359499/vera-bradley-to-close-new-haven-plant-with-250-workers
Inside Indiana Business: https://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?ID=69725https://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?ID=69725
Market Watch: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/vera-bradley-shares-hit-all-time-low-us-manufacturing-plant-to-be-closed-2015-03-11
Wane: http://wane.com/2015/03/10/vera-bradley-to-close-new-haven-plant/
The Journal Gazzette: http://www.journalgazette.net/news/local/Vera-Bradley-to-close-New-Haven-plant--about-250-jobless-5476965
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Vera Bradley Summer 2015 - Marrakesh and Pixie Blooms

2015-03-13T04:00:00.000-07:00

Vera Bradley's Summer 2015 colors come out on March 19th! There will be two beautiful new colors: Marrakesh and Pixie Blooms. There is also a new faux leather in Coral! You can check out these items on Vera Bradley's website, but they won't be available for purchase until March 19th.

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Vera Bradley on Zulily

2015-03-12T22:22:00.001-07:00

Vera Bradley is having a sale on Zulily starting on March 13th! http://www.zulily.com/invite/ohmyvera
I'm not sure why they are using Loves Me as the photo, I certainly hope the colors are more current than that! We shall see!

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Vera Bradley Spring Release

2015-01-15T06:46:00.000-08:00

Vera Bradley's Spring release it today! Lots of beautiful bag to shop for.
If you want to shop from home you can check out one of the QVC shows today. 1:00-2:00pm and 6:00-8:00pm Eastern.
If you shop Vera Bradley's store in person or online you can get a free Hello Yellow Tote if you spend $125 or more.
If you shop online remember to use Evates to get cash back! That works for QVC, Vera Bradley and Ebags.

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Vera Bradley Spring 2015 Lucky You and Rio

2015-01-05T04:00:00.000-08:00

Vera Bradley's newest colors are Lucky You and Rio! They are also doing a few items in Lucky Dots from the inside of Lucky You. The other color is Pink Swirl Flowers which is not from the inside of Rio. The colors are available to preview on verabradley.com and will be available for purchase starting on January 15.

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Winter Sale

2014-12-26T09:19:00.002-08:00

Vera Bradley's winter sale is 50% off! It includes Canterberry Magenta, Raisin and Magenta, plus 40 styles! Combine that with free shipping on orders over $75 and use Ebates to get cash back!

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OhMyVera's Online Jamberry Party!!!

2014-12-09T05:00:00.000-08:00

I've started another business venture and this one is a lot of fun! Jamberry Nails! A while back I posted about these nail wraps because they are so fun and colorful...they remind me of Vera Bradley! Well I decided to be a consultant because I have been wearing them non-stop. I decided to host an online party just for my blog readers! The party is set to close in two weeks, so get your orders in. Plus if you order by December 10 we will guarantee delivery in time for Christmas!
You can shop the party link by clicking here. Or just go to www.aglabe.jamberrynails.net and select the OhMyVera party at checkout!
If you want to be a part of the online Facebook party were there will be new posts everyday you can go to: https://www.facebook.com/events/727139544044060/
And make sure to like my Jamberry page on Facebook as well to stay up to date with all of the styles! https://www.facebook.com/aglabe.jamberrynails
I am super excited! I hope you will take a few minutes to check them out! Please let me know if you have any questions.

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Cash Back on Cyber Monday!

2014-12-01T04:00:00.000-08:00

Today is the biggest cash back day of the year! If you are shopping online you should be using Ebates to get cash back. It is super easy, just start at Ebates.com, choose the store you want to shop at, click through to their website and then shop like you normally would. You would be surprised how fast it adds up! Plus, you get $10 after your first qualifying purchase.
20% cash back at Ebags! 6% back at Vera Bradley! Just to name a few!
Sign up with this link: http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=%2FErAdI4aSB0GiH8xM3j2Zg%3D%3D&eeid=26471 Check out the full list of Cyber Monday deals: http://www.ebates.com/cyber-monday-coupons.htm

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Vera Bradley on Rue La La

2014-11-28T12:35:00.002-08:00

Vera Bradley is on Rue La La for today and tomorrow! They have lots of great stuff this time around and great prices. There are colors that just retired and a lot of old favorites like Symphony in Hue and Pink Elephants.

Shopping link: https://www.ruelala.com/boutique/76766/
Sign up link: https://www.ruelala.com/invite/ohmyvera

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Vera Bradley Outlet Exclusive - Pirouette Pink

2014-11-28T06:00:00.001-08:00

Vera Bradley had said a while back that they would start making some colors and bags that would be outlet store exclusives. Their first exclusive color is Pirouette Pink. I love the flowers on this one!

The outlets also have duffel bags made out of inside print fabrics. There is Va Va Bloom and Island Blooms.

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Vera Bradley Shopping Promotions

2014-11-26T06:00:00.000-08:00

Here is a list of the Vera Bradley promotions for the rest of the year. This list might not be the most current, so please check with your local store to see what promotions they are offering. November 28 Free Collapsible Duffel with a purchase of $125 or more Purchase a regular price Throw Blanket, get one for 50% off December 4-8 Free Soft Fringe Scarf with a purchase of $100 or more December 12-15 Grand Totes are only $30 December 18-20 30% off Fleece Slippers, Slipper Booties and Hooded Fleece Robe
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Vera Bradley Winter Sale

2014-11-25T08:42:00.000-08:00

Vera Bradley's Winter Sale is 30% off! These 5 colors are retiring, so stock up on your favorites while you can!

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Midnight Paisley and Midnight Houndstooth

2014-11-24T11:11:00.000-08:00

Vera Bradley's newest colors are great black and white prints! Midnight Paisley and the reverse print Midnight Houndstooth are the two newest colors.

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Free Hipster with $75 Purchase

2014-11-17T10:10:00.001-08:00

Now through Wednesday, November 19 you can get a free Hipster with a $75 purchase!

They also have free shipping on any order over $35.

See today's email with details here: http://ebm.verabradleymail.com/c/tag/hBUafGyBhvQY1B89micB4kWzSKR/doc.html

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Vera Bradley Current Tote Promotion

2014-11-09T09:01:00.002-08:00

Now through November 11 you can get a tote for just $5 when you spend $125!

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Vera Bradley Today's Special Value on QVC Medium Bowler Bag

2014-10-22T12:20:00.000-07:00

Vera Bradley will in on QVC tomorrow and their new Medium Bowler Bag with Coin Purse is going to be the Today's Special Value. It will be in the new prints Cheery Blossoms and Emerald Paisley along with microfiber colors.

You can preview the TSV through this link: http://www.qvc.com/APTSV.product.A260645.html?promo=RV8

And remember if you are ordering online tomorrow from QVC or Vera Bradley you can get cash back when you shop through Ebates!

Here is a screenshot from the QVC Email:

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Vera Bradley Outlet in Las Vegas

2014-10-14T12:39:00.000-07:00

In July Vera Bradley opened an outlet in Las Vegas!! So many of you have said that Vera Bradley would be a great location and you were right! Now next time you are in Vegas you can take a break from the casinos and do a little shopping at the outlets.

The store is located at the Las Vegas Premium Outlets - South

7400 Las Vegas Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89123

OhMyVera reader Amanda went the week they opened and snapped some photos to share with everyone. Thanks Amanda!

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Vera Bradley's Winter 2014: Behind the Scenes Video

2014-10-13T09:14:00.000-07:00

Vera Bradley's Winter 2014: Behind the Scenes Video

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Columbus Day Sale - 60% off!

2014-10-13T08:51:00.001-07:00

Vera Bradley has a one day sale to celebrate Columbus Day. Tutti Fruitti, Venetian Paisley, Sun Valley, Julep Tulip and Dogwood.

They also have free shipping on every order with no minimum spending amount!

You can use Ebates to get cash back as well!

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