What Madison Avenue Couture does

Madison Avenue Couture is a privately held, New York-based retailer founded in 2010 that operates as a curated secondary market for authenticated ultra-luxury designer handbags and fine jewelry. The company positions itself as the largest U.S. online reseller of new ultra-luxury handbags and jewelry, with Hermès and Chanel as its two anchor brands, supplemented by Goyard, The Row, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Loro Piana, and fine jewelry from Hermès, Tiffany, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Chanel. It runs a high-touch, appointment-only retail model with showrooms in Midtown Manhattan (50 West 57th Street on Billionaire's Row) and Palm Beach (38 Via Mizner near Worth Avenue), complemented by a global Shopify-powered e-commerce storefront with multi-currency support (USD, EUR, GBP, CHF) and a virtual FaceTime shopping channel that serves buyers in the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Australia, the UAE, Canada, and New Zealand.

Name

Madison Avenue Couture

Legal name

Madison Avenue Couture Inc.

Website

https://madisonavenuecouture.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Madison Avenue Couture, founded in 2010, is a privately held New York retailer that buys, consigns, and sells authenticated ultra-luxury handbags and fine jewelry to affluent collectors through Manhattan and Palm Beach showrooms and a global e-commerce platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Handbag and Jewelry Resale

NAICS

Jewelry, Luggage, and Leather Goods Retailers (4583), Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers (458), Luggage and Leather Goods Retailers (458320), Used Merchandise Retailers (459510)

SIC

Retail-Jewelry Stores (5944), Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury & Designer Resale (CRAFAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Leather Goods & Handbags (CRAKAFAB), Managed Consignment & Authentication-led Resale (CRAFAGAN), Luxury Consignment Boutiques (Online/Offline) (CRAKAKAE), Jewelry, Watches & Accessories Resale (CRAFAGAJ)

Keywords

• Luxury handbag resale
• Authenticated pre-owned
• Designer accessories retail
• Fine jewelry consignment
• Ultra luxury resale

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Merchandise Sales (Outright Purchase): Madison Avenue Couture purchases items directly from clients and resells them. Payment is negotiated on an item-by-item basis, typically offering 75-85% of estimated selling price for items in good condition.
2. Consignment: The company accepts items on consignment, handling and marketing them the same way as owned inventory. Sellers receive payment 5-7 business days following the sale of their item.
3. Product Sales (Retail): Primary revenue stream from selling curated authentic Hermès, Chanel, and other luxury handbags, accessories, and fine jewelry to end consumers through showrooms and e-commerce.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Madison Avenue Couture is a curated retailer and the largest U.S. reseller of new and pre-owned ultra-luxury designer handbags, with a focus on Hermès and Chanel, complemented by Goyard, The Row, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Loro Piana, and fine jewelry from Tiffany, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Chanel. The company sells directly to affluent individual buyers through its own e-commerce site, appointment-only private showrooms in New York City and Palm Beach, and virtual FaceTime appointments, and also buys outright or accepts consignment from sellers. Every item is backed by a proprietary three-step (triple-layer) authentication process and a 100% money-back authenticity guarantee.

Product overview

Madison Avenue Couture operates as a curated marketplace for authenticated ultra-luxury designer handbags and fine jewelry, functioning as the leading U.S. reseller of Hermès and Chanel. The core product portfolio centers on Hermès handbags (Birkin, Kelly, Constance, Evelyne, Picotin, Lindy, Bolide, Herbag), Chanel handbags (Classic Flap, 2.55, Boy Bag, WOC, Fashion), Goyard (Saint Louis, Saigon, Anjou, Artois), and other luxury brands (The Row, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Loro Piana), complemented by fine jewelry from Hermès, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany, Cartier, and Chanel. The company differentiates through its three-step authentication guarantee, buyback and consignment services, and concierge-level personal shopping experiences via showrooms in New York City and Palm Beach, virtual appointments, and in-home services. Financing is facilitated through Affirm partnerships and interest-free layaway options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hermès Handbags Authentic new and pre-owned Hermès handbags including Birkin, Kelly, Constance, Evelyne, Picotin, Lindy, Bolide, Herbag, and Garden Party styles, exotic skins, and Horseshoe Stamp (HSS) special order pieces, sold to affluent collectors and luxury buyers.
• Chanel Handbags Authentic new and pre-owned Chanel handbags including Classic Flap Bags, Chanel 22, Chanel 25, Totes, Wallet on Chains, Fashion & Runway Bags, and vintage pieces, targeted at luxury fashion enthusiasts.
• Goyard Handbags Authentic Goyard handbags including Saint Louis, Saigon, Anjou, Artois, and other styles in the Goyardine collection.
• Other Designer Brand Handbags Additional luxury designer handbags from The Row, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Fendi, and Loro Piana.
• Fine Jewelry Luxury fine jewelry from Hermès, Tiffany, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Chanel spanning earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, and watches.
• Hermès Accessories Hermès accessories including wallets, watches, belts, charms, scarves (90cm and 140cm), twilly scarves, and shoes.
• Sell or Consign Service Service that allows clients to either sell their pre-owned luxury bags and jewelry outright (with payouts typically at 75-85% of estimated selling price) or consign them, with payment issued 5-7 business days after the sale.
• Authentication Service Three-step authentication process: in-house intake review, evaluation by in-house trained authentication specialists, and independent third-party verification by Bababebi, Authenticate First (Hermès), and Zekos Authentication (Chanel), backed by a 100% money-back authenticity guarantee on every item.
• Personal Shopping Service Personal shopping experience with dedicated advisors for in-person showroom visits in New York City and Palm Beach, virtual FaceTime appointments, and in-home services for high-net-worth clients.
• Affirm Financing Installment payment financing through Affirm for purchases on the website, offering financing up to $17,500 with up to 12-month payout.
• Layaway Plans Interest-free layaway options available for 30-day periods to help customers finance luxury purchases.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BababebicoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party independent authenticator for Hermès items, providing verification certificates to ensure authenticity of luxury handbags sold by Madison Avenue Couture.
• Authenticate FirstcoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party independent authenticator specializing in Hermès authentication, providing expert verification services and authentication certificates for Hermès Birkin and Kelly bags.
• Zekos AuthenticationcoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party independent authenticator for Chanel items, providing verification certificates to ensure authenticity of Chanel handbags and accessories.
• AffirmminorOthersFinancing partner offering installment payment options for purchases on the Madison Avenue Couture website, with financing up to $17,500 and up to 12-month payout.
• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationE-commerce platform powering the online store at madisonavenuecouture.com, handling transaction processing and website functionality.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Sotheby's: Global auction house offering authenticated Hermès and Chanel handbags, fine jewelry, and watches through dedicated luxury accessories auctions. Competes for the same ultra-high-net-worth collector segment and investment-grade luxury positioning, though via auction rather than fixed-price resale.
• Christie's: Major international auction house with regular handbag and luxury accessories auctions featuring Hermès and Chanel pieces. Comparable in serving the ultra-luxury collector and investor segment, with overlapping authentication expertise and press profile.

Direct peers

• Rebag: Luxury handbag resale platform with strong Hermès and Chanel inventory, authentication services, and a hybrid buy/consign model. Comparable in product focus and customer base (affluent collectors and investors), though broader in handbag brand coverage.
• Vestiaire Collective: Global C2C luxury resale platform with strong authentication infrastructure and Hermès/Chanel inventory depth. Closest direct competitor by category overlap and authentication-led model, though operates a marketplace structure rather than MAC's hybrid buy/consign approach.
• Fashionphile: U.S.-based direct-to-consumer luxury handbag resale specialist with buyout, consignment, and trade-in programs. Highly comparable given overlapping product focus (authenticated ultra-luxury handbags), similar business model (outright purchase + consignment), and shared target customer.
• The RealReal: The largest U.S. online luxury resale platform, offering authenticated pre-owned luxury including handbags, jewelry, apparel, and accessories. Directly comparable as a luxury resale marketplace with similar authentication-led value proposition, though broader in category coverage.
• LXRandCo: Canada-based luxury handbag resale specialist offering authenticated Hermès, Chanel, and other designer bags through e-commerce and showroom channels. Comparable in authentication-led model and product focus, with North American market overlap and a similar capital-light, advisor-driven approach.

Regional players

• Collector Square: European luxury resale platform specializing in authenticated pre-owned Hermès, Chanel, and other ultra-luxury handbags. Directly comparable in product focus and authentication approach, but primarily serves the French and European market rather than competing head-to-head in the U.S.

Emerging players

• 1stDibs: Online marketplace for luxury items including jewelry, watches, and designer fashion. Overlaps with MAC on authenticated luxury jewelry and accessories, and serves a similar high-net-worth buyer profile. Broader in category scope but lower overlap on handbags.
• LePrix: B2B marketplace for authenticated pre-owned luxury handbags, connecting vetted retailers and resellers with inventory from European consignors. Adjacent to MAC's model as a supply-side partner and comparable in authentication discipline, though operates a wholesale rather than consumer-facing model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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