The way I actually snagged a Coach Brooklyn 39 from New York when London was sold out

Why everyone is obsessed with the Coach Brooklyn 39 in 2026

I remember seeing the first TikToks of the Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39 back in 2025, and I honestly thought the hype would die down by 2026. I was wrong. This bag has officially claimed the 'it-bag' throne because it hits that perfect sweet spot between minimalist luxury and actual functionality. We are seeing a huge shift toward these oversized, slouchy hobo styles, and the Brooklyn 39 is the gold standard.

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What makes it so special is the grain leather and that effortless New York aesthetic. While it looks like a high-end designer piece that should cost thousands, it stays relatively accessible. However, the accessibility is the problem—everyone wants one, and the UK stock levels have been a total nightmare lately.

The myth about waiting for UK restocks

There is a common assumption among my friends in London that if a bag is sold out at Selfridges or on the Coach UK site, you just have to wait or pay a massive premium to a reseller. I used to believe that too. But I found out that US stores often have much deeper inventory and, more importantly, lower retail prices before we even talk about currency conversion.

You might also like: Read more: I’m bag-ging the Coach Brooklyn 39 from New York because London’s stock levels are a total drag.

How I used a freight forwarder to shop US stores

When I realized I could just shop us store inventory directly, the only hurdle was the shipping address. Most US retailers don't make it easy to ship directly to the UK, or they charge a fortune for it. That is where I decided to use comGateway. By using a tax-free us address, I was able to avoid US sales tax at checkout, which already saved me a decent chunk of change.

The process was surprisingly simple. I bought the bag on the US Coach site, sent it to my US warehouse address, and then used their international shipping service to get it to my doorstep in the UK. If you are worried about how much this adds to the cost, I highly recommend checking out the shipping calculator before you buy. It helped me feel much more confident about the total spend.

Check our guide on the logistics: Read more: The Technical Protocol for Exporting a Coach Brooklyn 39 to the UK While US Inventory Remains.

Shipping Estimates for the Coach Brooklyn 39

To help you plan your own purchase, I have put together these estimates based on my experience with the Brooklyn 39 packaging. It is a large bag, so the box is not exactly small.

Check our guide on shipping speed: Read more: The fastest method to ship a Coach Brooklyn 39 from the US to the UK.

Dealing with UK import duties and VAT

The one thing that scares people about being a freight forwarder user is the customs bill. In the UK, we have to deal with import duties and VAT for items over a certain value. Even with these costs, I still found that the total price was competitive compared to the UK retail price—especially since the bag was actually available in the US.

If you have questions about how the process works or what happens if your package is delayed at customs, the FAQ on the provider's site is a great place to start. They break down exactly how they handle the paperwork for you, which makes the international shipping process feel a lot less intimidating.

Final thoughts on my 2026 bag haul

I am so glad I didn't wait for the London stores to restock. The Coach Brooklyn 39 is every bit as beautiful as it looked on my feed, and the leather quality is fantastic. Shopping from the US felt like a bit of a secret hack, especially when I see people still complaining about stock shortages in the UK comments sections.

If you are looking to estimate shipping cost for your own haul, just remember to account for the box size. This bag is big, but it is worth every inch of that shipping box. Happy shopping!