Designer Imposter...purses???

[mueller74us]

Where are they? I heard they are in obvious spots...not in stores passing as the real thing?!?

 

Thanks,

Jennifer

[EggDropErin]

From my terrible memory, I can remember that we found them along the main drag in a flea market type setup. They were under tarp tents and there were several different tents to choose from. If they're still in the same location, you won't miss them.

[kml2000]

Erin,

 

You are correct. Now, we bought our "genuine" handbags in Nassau at the straw market. I did see them in the "tarp covered" shopping area in St Thomas though. I don't know how prices compare, we didn't stop at this shopping area, only saw them in passing.

 

Karen

[mueller74us]

Thanks, ladies!

[The Islander]

The "tarp covered" shopping area in St Thomas is called Vendor's Plaza and its in Charlotte Amalie.

 

--Islander

[laura29]

I just returned from my cruise and I was hoping to find some great deals on purses...they definitely have plenty of "designer-like" handbags at the above mentioned tent market in St. Thomas, all over in St. Maarten, and San Juan. I saw the best quality fakes in St. Thomas, but I could not bring myself to buy one...they were still at least $50 and the leather was obviously plastic. When I was in San Juan, I saw a Coach Outlet and I saw some nice purses on sale for as low as $103 and $127....the quality difference is well worth paying a little more I think....best of luck!!

[renata102]

if you are cruising out of NYC or NJ you should check out China Town. You can get two "designer" purses for $50. Beware, you go through back doors and buildings around the corner.

 

I got a fake one (COACH) two years ago. Still looks good and I use it everyday!

 

I can't afford a real one LOL or I won't be able to cruise:D

[CruiseAddict!]

Although I did not personally buy a purse,I did have a chance to see one that was purchased at the market between the ship and town(tarp covered stands with many purses on them) and I have to tell you,it was good. It was a "coach" bag and after careful inspection,I would have not known it was a fake. It cost the girl $20.

 

That will be a must stop on my list during my St Thomas visit.

[TxStacey]

I am on the Glory a week from tomorrow..are these tents close to where the ships dock??

[jimbug]

Not really, but they are right downtown where all the main shopping/dining is. If you take a taxi downtown, you will see the tarp-covered shopping area across the corner from Little Switzerland. Can't miss it!