Why my friends in Singapore are wrong about the cost of shipping the Coach Brooklyn 39 from the US

Why I am obsessed with the Coach Brooklyn 39

I have been seeing the Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39 all over my social media feeds lately. It has been dubbed the 'Bella Hadid bag' because of how effortlessly she styles this oversized suede hobo. In early 2026, it seems like everyone has moved away from structured mini bags toward this slouchy, spacious aesthetic. I love that it fits everything from a laptop to a spare pair of shoes without looking bulky.

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Correcting the myth about local boutique prices

I used to think that buying luxury items locally in Singapore was the safest bet because I wouldn't have to deal with international shipping. However, I found out that many of us are wrong about the value. When I compared the retail price of the Coach Brooklyn 39 at US stores to the prices in Hong Kong or Singapore boutiques, the difference was shocking. Even with the cost to ship to Singapore, the US price is often hundreds of dollars cheaper. I realized that my friends were overpaying simply because they were afraid of the logistics of shopping from the USA.

Check our guide on Read more: Scoring a Coach Brooklyn 39 from the US while your Singapore friends pay double to see the exact price breakdown I used.

How I avoid order cancellations with BuyForMe

One of the biggest hurdles I faced when I first started shopping from US retailers like Coach or Nike was the dreaded 'order cancelled' notification. I learned that many US-based stores tend to block international credit cards or refuse to ship to addresses they associate with a freight forwarder. It is incredibly frustrating to have your heart set on a bag only to have the transaction declined.

We found the perfect solution with the comGateway "BuyForMe" service. Instead of me trying to use my Singapore-issued card, I let the comGateway team handle the purchase. They use a US domestic card to buy the item on my behalf. This is honestly the safest way to guarantee my order does not get cancelled by picky retailers. I just tell them what I want, and they make the purchase for me, which saves me a lot of stress.

My process for using a freight forwarder

Once I decided to shop US store websites, I needed a way to get my package home. I used my tax-free US address provided by comGateway to avoid paying US sales tax, which can add up to 10% to the price depending on the state. Having a dedicated package forwarding address makes me feel like a local shopper.

Before I ship anything, I always take a quick look at the prohibited items list. While leather bags are generally safe to ship, I like to be sure about the current 2026 shipping rules for different materials. It is always better to be safe than to have a parcel stuck at customs.

What I learned about shipping to Singapore in 2026

I know many people worry that shipping costs will eat up all their savings. To manage my budget, I always use a shipping calculator before I hit the checkout button. By entering the weight and dimensions of the Coach Brooklyn 39, I can estimate shipping cost accurately. Even with the current 2026 international rates, the total cost for the bag plus a parcel forwarding service still came out much lower than the Singapore retail price. I have found that the transparency of comGateway makes the whole process much easier than I initially expected.