I stumbled onto your other luggage tag video where the store clerks weren't nice to you and you were made to feel some type of way...Let me say this to you...Someone can say or do things designed to insult you or "put you in your place", but only you can internalize their intent and feel the way they are trying to make you feel...If you had $100million in the bank and had the same experience at that store it probably would've rolled off your back cuz a $65 luggage tag would'nt feel like a huge validation for you...Try to feel that way everyday regardless so no one can impact your self esteem in that way...This is a hobby for you, it does'nt define you or validate your worth... At the end of the day, those clerks WORK at that store, they don't OWN it...and even if they did, the brand only exists because people BUY the products...They are simply a vendor...They could'nt exist without YOU being a customer...So who is actually worth more? Don't let them taint your enjoyment of your hobby, sweetie... Not to be rube but everyone pees and poops, rich and poor...and everyone ends up the same way at the end, naked and not breathing on a slab being prepared for funeral arrangements...Lol
I was wondering why comments was disabled on that one. So did you return the tag to the real real? Or called them out on the authenticity of the tag per the LV assessment.
I recently purchased a FENDI Peekaboo from the real real and it too was a fake. I do believe the real real tries to scam people (though I did get my money back) they insisted the bag was real and resold it on their site. I have serious trust issues with them now. Very useful video.
I’ve purchased two fake LV items from the realreal, it happens. They did not ask me to send it back for a second authentication like your luggage tag (of course this was also 3-4 years ago). The realreal literally stopped replying to my emails (no phone number at the time) after they’ve offered to give me $200 site credit for almost $2000 that I spent on those fake items. I haven’t spent that credit. I will never ever buy from the realreal again no matter what anyone says. First AND last time buying preloved.
Damn I just purchased something from real real. It’s in transit as we speak. I hope mine is real. Ughhh. I will buy another from LV boutique next time! I want the the ebene satchel or keepall 45.
I know it’s too late but if you happened to have used a credit card for that purchase you could’ve filed a claim with your credit card company. They would have looked into it. If you could have presented any type of proof that the product was indeed not what you ordered the card company would refund your money to you and take back the funds from the merchant.
I never buy Louis Vuitton items second hand. I always buy directly from the Louis Vuitton store. This way, I know with absolute certainty that my LV items are genuine. By no means am I wealthy. I only have an average job, with a mediocre salary. If there's a Louis Vuitton product that I want, I save my money for it. It takes me many years to save up for just one LV item, but in the end, it's worth it. Don't waste your money on pre-loved items. There's always a risk that you might buy a fake, and also the fact that it's already a used item. Save your money, and buy directly from Louis Vuitton. It just takes patience.
Buying preloved is not a waste of my money, it's a way for me to save money and get bargains on items that I enjoy, that otherwise never go on sale, and that are typically overpriced to begin with. There is no doubt in my mind that all my pieces are authentic. When you do your research before buying (which I failed to do with that luggage tag) and have the item authenticated by third parties who specialize in this, there is no reason to doubt authenticity. Also, there is nothing at all wrong with reusing items that someone else has used before you. More people should do it. There are many benefits to buying preloved rather than from the boutiques and I plan to do a video on this soon. Good for you, though, for being disciplined and patient enough to save for so long to get the item and in store experience that you enjoy. That's awesome.
LV has the worst attitude & some horrid SA's. I was in Paris for Christmas 2008 and my Parisian friend told me to go and visit the store to see how many people come from all around the world to take pictures of the LV window display. I love walking around Paris at Christmas, its a tradition, so off I went. When I got to the store it was like pandemonium, there were approximately 50 - 100 people trying to get inside the store. The security guard that was putting his hand inches from peoples faces with an open palm aggressively saying "non!!!" He then said "oui" and beckoned me into the store. I walked inside, it was only then that I realised he was assessing who he deemed worthy of entering the store. I was disgusted, anyway, that fool did not know I had no intention of spending my money in their store and I never will. They still offered me their champagne which I refused, I don't actually drink but I do eat cake lol! Anyway, I only want one thing from LV, it must be a vintage Speedy 30 B and I'm good. If I could get one from the year of my birth I would be in heaven. I do not want their store experience, its foul, dehumanising and I have too much self-esteem for all of that nonsensical rubbish. Please, please, please do a preloved video. I couldn't agree more, there are so many benefits to buying preloved. Think about this, people try on jeans in store when you don't know whether the person who tried them before you even had a wash or even a disease but people are concerned about a preloved handbag that can be cleaned thoroughly before use. Make that make sense. I found you last night and subbed, I absolutely love you & Vincent to bits.
Yes, I watched this yesterday, subbed straight away. I wanted to find your shopping preloved video but didn't see it. It was a late night in the UK though, I actually feel asleep lol!
I really want a hot stamped luggage tag but after watching this I'm afraid to take one in to Louis Vuitton. Not to mention my closest store is a 2 hour drive. So I decided to try to find a Pre-loved tag with my initials already on it. I was totally shocked that I actually found it! So excited to get one. I love your channel. I've learned so much!
I bought a large luggage tag from Ebay for $15 because the rivet was broken. I just figured, hey if I got scammed then no big deal. It's real, but they won't repair and hot stamp it "due to condition". Oh well, bought a rivet from Joannn fabric for 80 cents after 60% off coupon and it looks fine.
Love this education. I have had lots of LV. I was wondering why you have not branched to color. However, I do have a yellow one and have a white pebble .I even have a monogram with stripes plus a cherry too I like very much how you stay traditional in taste and add the tags as well as scarves. In Vegas purchased 2 scarves about 5 years ago and tie them to my bags. At 57 I have also bought many other,but I need advice from you young things!!! where are the newer bags made. you have the best bags girl. Learning a lot. What are the rules for this senior for adding things to my bag. I sold 3 bags and regret it!!!
I've thought about some vintage epi bags in blue, green, or yellow but in many of the photos I see the color looks like it fades or chips or gets dirty so I've steered away from it. Also, I know I wouldn't wear those bags very often so it's difficult for me to justify the price tag on something that would mostly sit in the closet. I think bag charms and scarves are a great way to dress up a bag and make it tie in to an outfit. The newer bags are made in France, Spain, Italy, the US, and maybe a few other places. No rules for decorating your bag. Do what you think looks good. Sometimes I don't decorate them, sometimes I add one charm, sometimes I ad a cles, a charm, a luggage tag, and a bandeau! PS: I don't think 57 makes you a senior. I spend most of my free time with people older than you and they never seem old to me. :)
That is it. I use to work at a consignment designer boutique and I was told never to give exact details as to why its fake because then people can use that info and run with it
This has been very enlightening for me. I was completely unaware there were so many dedicated to purchasing/collecting things such as luggage tags. I completely underIstand the quality, and value in LV products. I was just unaware this was a "thing" for lack of a better term. Good luck in your collecting endeavors. This is just far to detailed and complicated to peek my interest in beginning any sort of collection along these lines. I wish you nothing but luck and love in your future purchases.
I feel that they made the luggage tag strap shorter because many people are using the brass swivel finding to attach it to the bag rather than buckling it on directly. So it fits better. The only tag I have is from my Deauville from 1998 so it's the longer length
TH-camr LeeLeeLV pointed out to me that they're also using less leather on the loops on straps that keep the end of the strap in place (does that make sense?). We're thinking they're cutting corners and saving money so profits will be a little higher.
Only when we get raises at work as fast as LV are raising their prices is it possible to save for an item brand new. I don’t knock second hand at all. It’s still free advertisement for LV with these pieces being out in the world, plus it’s better for the environment to share, exchange and reuse some bags that some people would never use again due to small damages, too dark patina etc. I have been buying in store since 2004 and I still do. But I also love my preloved SLG’s, luggage tags, etc
I wondered about the shorter strap! I bought some small luggage tags from eBay that had the shorter straps. I was disappointed, I prefer the longer strap so I sold them. The shorter strap makes it difficult to attach to bags unless you use the clips. Anyway, that’s good info to know. Thanks for sharing. 😊
Grace andherhandbag I agree Grace I like to tie my tags to the actual bag not with a clip and the smaller straps I kind of have no choice but to use a clip then I have a smaller older tag with the longer strap I was told by my SA when they order it as a repair piece they can’t pick which ones they get it’s whatever the company sends them they just order small or large she had no answer for the longer or smaller strap she said no ones ever asked that before (gotta love when they say that ) I wish I still had my speedy b strap to do the comparison video to my Melie strap it has some sort of coating or it’s a cheaper leather I was wondering if it makes a difference what bag they order the repair luggage tag from like say a keepall or a regular bag that Now comes with luggage tags because technically they have to put a bag that comes with a luggage tag in the computer when they order it as a replacement or repair part my SA told me she didn’t know and wasn’t sure in other words I was annoying her asking about luggage straps lol I just find it all so interesting and I don’t think I would have noticed had Autumn not mentioned it to me and I went back and looked at my tag comparisons from older and newer
When I saw the tag from the humiliated video I could tell it was fake. Eventually you remember what the font is one meant to look like. The only noticeable difference in fonts I’ve seen is after they stopped using luggage company in their name (the really old vintage ones). Other than that it’s been pretty much the same in all items. The o is a huge giveaway most of the time.
Just because it doesn't say "France" doesn't mean they were made in the US. There was a collab where they made a bag in Spain as well. It would say the place of manufacturer in the bag itself. I'm not sure why the tags don't also indicate place of origin if they were made somewhere other than France.
After watching the original video, would you still buy pre loved items from this company again?.. do you think it was an honest mistake on their part? Not trying to bad mouth the company, I am just looking to buy pre loved myself and don't want to get duped. Thanks for all the info about the tags!!!
Yes. I have purchased several items from them since then with no problems. I don't know how that tag slipped by their authenticators but I do think it was an honest mistake. Just educate yourself before buying preloved from anywhere. I'm much more careful after that incident.
So I just had a bad experience with this luggage tag situation. Client services nor the store will order a replacement. I don’t have proof of purchase from LV store and was told if I don’t have that or they can’t verify in computer then they will not let me purchase one. Client services asked for photos of the older keepall which I sent but they had to verify the “original ” purchaser. Unbelievable. Do you know of a good seller on eBay? I almost don’t want to purchase anything anymore because the customer service is so awful. They always make you feel like you’re doing something wrong.
I'm not at all surprised they treated you like this over a luggage tag. They've become ridiculously strict with them. It's just a flippin' luggage tag, people! I don't know of a particular seller. When I'm looking for one I just check all the preloved sites and ebay. It's just a matter of luck regarding whether you'll find one in good condition at a reasonable price, unfortunately.
Dear Autumn, yesterday I had a bad experience in a LV store. I tried to get a luggage tag. I told the seller that I had lost my tag from my keepall damier ebene. The woman left the sales room and looked if she had one for a replacement. She came back with a beautiful dark brown tag. But.then... 🙈 she asked me for the receipt of my keepall .... There was no way to buy this item laying in front of me. That was such an embarrassing moment although I bought so many things in this LV store in the past and I am a registered customer. I felt like an idiot. If I buy on ebay there is always the risk to get a fake item and the prices are so incredible high. I cannot understand why LV makes such a whirl around these luggage tags. Do you really need the receipt of your luggage items to get a replacement luggage tag in America? Many greetings from Germany and thank you so much for your wonderful videos. Steffi
I don't understand LV's obsession with luggage tags at all. If people want to spend $65 on a little piece of leather to decorate their LV bags, let them do it! It's insane and terrible customer service. I have heard of LV asking either for the receipt or for customers to bring in the bag. Maybe if you took the bag in she wouldn't need a receipt. It shouldn't matter whether you bought the bag directly from them or purchased it preloved because the bag was originally purchased from LV at some point. All this stuff about limiting luggage tags and limiting canvas pieces is really getting on my nerves. I've been thinking about doing a video on this topic soon.
I was just at a store today and was told I can’t buy the tag unless I already have an item that comes originally with a tag. They don’t want their customers to “customize” their bags due to misrepresentation of their items. What kind of crap is that? If I want to customize MY LV, that I bought w my own money I can damn sure do so, no? I had a terrible experience today. I’m glad I’m not the only one but also saddened that these people are so rude to their customers. I have several LV bags, wallets, and pochettes and just feel like throwing them all out due to the nastiness of their SAs. I wasn’t asking for a free tag, I was more than willing to pay for it. Just terrible customer service and ridiculous “policy”.
Just watched your other video and totally get what you were saying about the way way you were treated at LV. I had the same experience twice. Totally snobby SAs (both times at 2 separate Neiman’s LV stores). I think it’s a prerequisite to work there. I don’t get it... smh
Great video.. couldnt finish watching the whole film but I did watch the one where you tried to bring in the luaggage tag and LV sa said it was fake. One thing that I dont really get is why having a luggage tag brings such joy whereas when you can spend that use a portion of that money to buy a wallet or bag instead. something more practical so to say. no offense. can someone help me understand it better?
The moral of the story with buying used designer pieces is to do your research, if it still appears questionable take it to a store to authenticate. If they say it's fake, ask for the manager or go to a flagship store. Personally the buckle does look questionable, usually fake belts and tags have larger buckles because it's part of the process of casting the original, I can't say if it's real or fake without a closer look but I could see why people would question it. It's the same for stitching lines, if they are larger or in a pattern, it could be a red flag
Hi Autumn!!! I so happen to have the same initials as you!!! I was wondering if you possibly have a luggage tag you’d maybe part with or have for sale? I just received a vanity case, and I haven’t a key or luggage tag with it :/
None of my luggage tags are for sale. There's a chance you could get one from LV. Otherwise, check the preloved market but expect that they'll be at least twice what they cost from LV.
I don't have one of those to give you tips but in my experience the fake scarves are usually pretty obvious. The fakes tend to be the more popular ones, too, like the monogram shawls and some of the bandeau scarves so you're probably safe.
Autumn Beckman Thank you so much for your response 🙏🏾 I’m 19 and this is my first luxury item .... I hope it’s real 🤞🏾 .... also I appreciate you replying to me. Watching all of your previous videos right now 💕
I just got back from vaca and came so close to purchasing that bag, but just couldn't pull the trigger. I liked it very much and it's a better choice than the Speedy 25B for me since I wear my bags cross body 90% of the time, but it wasn't like when you go try a bag on and then can't stop thinking about it. I did spend the next few nights reading reviews and watching videos (including yours, though I was already a sub before), but in the end just didn't go back for it. Any bags you've had that experience with?
Oh, gosh...tons. I get interested in bags, do lots of research, then talk myself out of spending the money on most of them. When the boyfriend says something about one of my purchases I always tell him, "You should see all the things I DIDN'T buy!"
Would have been helpful to compare the fake tag with the real ones, or even do a video witb a real bag in your collection (made of newer canvas) like a speedy, and comparing it to a fake speedy bought on DHgate etc. so ppl k ie what to look for and can better identify differences. It would prob be helpful in future vids when the topic arises. Of course you could compare a different bag-I’m just suggesting an iconic bag that the fakers have had alot of time & practice trying to duplicate well… it’s also prob helpful to show the look/type of leather on both and details that the fakers just can’t replicate easily.
My take away, I can buy a leather bag for far less at a department store that does the same thing instead of supporting a company that treats people like "haves and have nots." People are more than just a brand or logo.
Ughh. I just bought a luggage tag off of The Real Real only bc you cannot get a luggage tag any other way then preloved. I have never bought second hand and now I'm nervous it wont be authentic :(
@@AutumnBeckman thanks for responding. It's a little nerve racking bc the fakes have gotten so good. I just dont want to spend the price tag of authentic if it isn't obviously. That is reassuring tho, thank you.
Looking at the LV website-it seems that a lot of their products are made in Italy also?? Esp the shoes. Many years ago some LV bags were actually made in the united states....FACT!
Yes, they manufacture primarily in France, Spain, Italy, and the US. Many bags are still made in the US. In fact, they're opening a new factory in Texas.
Sorry those SA treated you like that. The luggage tag did originally come from the store, its just the original owner decided to sell it and you decided to buy pre-loved. I have a luggage tag I just bought and I am going to bring it to the LV store In Boston and see what they say. Thanks for sharing!
I got scammed by stock X I bought a Chanel card holder and the one they sent me says “made in China” lol I complain and they stand by the authentication I said it says made in China! They told me it was a free give away from Chanel and that it is in fact real. I don’t buy it I even went to Chanel and was so embarrassed it was obviously fake I lost $200+ stock x still pumps them out like crazy what a shame
That's awful. So sorry that happened to you. I've seen Chanel card holders on ebay for around $70 that obviously aren't from the boutique. From what I can tell, some seem to be from the Chanel makeup counter. I'd bet those might be made in China.
Autumn Beckman thanks for getting back to me. I couldn’t believe it when I saw made in China I thought “oh they will for sure take this back it’s obviously fake” I emailed them and they argued that it was %100 authentic blah blah blah. It say made in China because it was a give away for VIP (have you heard of this) the Chanel employees never heard of it but said it might be possible but they don’t know for sure. But they did say that any give away are not for resale and they would never have made in China on any of their items ever lol they would not destroy their brand like that. Anyways thanks for your time
I have heard of giveaways but I'm not big into Chanel so I can't give you a definite answer. I know Louis Vuitton does giveaways. Again, if it's a cheap piece I'd guess it's a giveaway from the Chanel makeup counter, not a giveaway from a boutique.
I still can’t believe they are doing less leather even my Melie autumn I showed you the straps next to each other and they are using less leather for for their loops to go around that hold down the straps my Hawaii tag just from 2017 has the longer strap I don’t have a small Damier ebene but I only have 3 small tags 1 made in France the other 2 made in US I guess because they don’t say made in France 1 came with my Melie and it’s the same as my 2 other vachetta small tags I think they are using less leather for a lot of things I have a comparison with my Trevi strap compared to my mono strap hardware coming the hardware was so much more substantial-why does 1 Tag have 1 stitch the other has 2 and the other has 3 so I don’t see how they can say 1 is standard when they keep changing it of course it’s spilt at the top how would you get your name down in there even the glazing color looks different the new vachetta on my Melie feels different than the vachetta on any of my other bags so really not sure that woman had a clue what she was talking about just saying that they don’t open made no sense to me !! So mind boggling ofcourse I asked my SA when we realized it and she had no clue as usual I’m also waiting for a friend to get me a DE Hawaii Tag it doesn’t show up on camera but there’s definitely a new coating of some sort
This is exactly why I argued with the people at LV when they told me that tag was fake. I know LV changes things and I know they don't educate their staff as well as they should.
Wow! This was very interested 🤔. I didn’t know about the shorter straps on the tags. Such a shame you didn’t get what you paid for...Sorry that happened to you ❤️. I buy from a few sellers on eBay and I would love to know who you got it from. Dm me on IG if you don’t mind. Tfs 😘
The tag with the shorter strap was directly from LV. Lee Lee LV got it for me and she has one that she bought there at a different time that has the same shorter strap. I asked about it at my LV when I took it to get hot stamped and they didn't know anything about it.
I've purchased so many pieces from The Real Real and have had no other problems. Just educate yourself on the items first (I didn't do that) or if you're really worried have it authenticated by ProAuthenticators or Authenticate First. :)
I just got a fake luggage tag from a seller, doesn’t match my other one! 😤. Opened case since it advertised as authentic with no return. EBAY will tell them to refund and ay shipping cost providing a label. ❤️ love your videos
Good luck with that. I hope it all works out for you. I've never had to do a return with ebay or PayPal but I've heard they're good about these things, especially with replicas. I'm glad you enjoy my videos and I appreciate that you comment so often. :)
I totally agree with all others here who told you never feel like you don’t belong! My husband said that to me once when we walked into a LV store. I told him the same thing, just because we’re not rich it doesn’t mean you can’t go in there and look around or buy something on your hard earned money. Yes, they can look at you up and down and talk to you different but if they think that they privileged just because they work there, well that’s just ridicules. We all just people born the same and die and end up underground the same. Many wealthy people feel they just better than others. I say BS! One time I went into LV store on 5th, wanted to look at a very expensive bag I love so much. It’s the Sofia Coppola collaboration with LV in pm size. Its cost ridiculous $4500. I just wanted to see it. I can’t tell you the looks I’ve got from the sales persons. They looked me up and down and inside out (if they could’ve). They didn’t even know first what bag I was talking about, we had to call the manager of that department. If was hilarious. He was nice thought and end up making them bring up like 3 different colors for me to look at. Anyway, my parents always told me never to feel less than anyone else. Money won’t make them better, snobby or mean maybe but not better. 😊😉
my first LV purchase was on ebay many years ago....sent it to louis in montreal to get a new zipper and it turned out it was fake despite ebay seller stating it was authentic.....live and learn....luckily it was only 50 bucks canadian....customer service at these high end retailers seems to be well, snooty.
I stumbled onto your other luggage tag video where the store clerks weren't nice to you and you were made to feel some type of way...Let me say this to you...Someone can say or do things designed to insult you or "put you in your place", but only you can internalize their intent and feel the way they are trying to make you feel...If you had $100million in the bank and had the same experience at that store it probably would've rolled off your back cuz a $65 luggage tag would'nt feel like a huge validation for you...Try to feel that way everyday regardless so no one can impact your self esteem in that way...This is a hobby for you, it does'nt define you or validate your worth...
At the end of the day, those clerks WORK at that store, they don't OWN it...and even if they did, the brand only exists because people BUY the products...They are simply a vendor...They could'nt exist without YOU being a customer...So who is actually worth more?
Don't let them taint your enjoyment of your hobby, sweetie...
Not to be rube but everyone pees and poops, rich and poor...and everyone ends up the same way at the end, naked and not breathing on a slab being prepared for funeral arrangements...Lol
Thank you so much. Well said. :)
You are so very welcome!
I was wondering why comments was disabled on that one. So did you return the tag to the real real? Or called them out on the authenticity of the tag per the LV assessment.
Bebe Reyes I read in another comment that it turned out the tag was fake, so the company reimbursed her for it.
EXACTLY! FACT'S THE TRUTH YOU ARE HERE?
I recently purchased a FENDI Peekaboo from the real real and it too was a fake. I do believe the real real tries to scam people (though I did get my money back) they insisted the bag was real and resold it on their site. I have serious trust issues with them now. Very useful video.
I’ve purchased two fake LV items from the realreal, it happens. They did not ask me to send it back for a second authentication like your luggage tag (of course this was also 3-4 years ago). The realreal literally stopped replying to my emails (no phone number at the time) after they’ve offered to give me $200 site credit for almost $2000 that I spent on those fake items. I haven’t spent that credit. I will never ever buy from the realreal again no matter what anyone says. First AND last time buying preloved.
lenabobena you should try to get your money back again. No way I’d give my money to people that have sold me fake items
lenabobena that's terrible!
Damn I just purchased something from real real. It’s in transit as we speak. I hope mine is real. Ughhh. I will buy another from LV boutique next time! I want the the ebene satchel or keepall 45.
I know it’s too late but if you happened to have used a credit card for that purchase you could’ve filed a claim with your credit card company. They would have looked into it. If you could have presented any type of proof that the product was indeed not what you ordered the card company would refund your money to you and take back the funds from the merchant.
Watched the original video, I feel you I would’ve been insulted too! Been watching so many of your videos since! Love Lv bags too!!
Thank you. :)
I never buy Louis Vuitton items second hand. I always buy directly from the Louis Vuitton store. This way, I know with absolute certainty that my LV items are genuine. By no means am I wealthy. I only have an average job, with a mediocre salary. If there's a Louis Vuitton product that I want, I save my money for it. It takes me many years to save up for just one LV item, but in the end, it's worth it. Don't waste your money on pre-loved items. There's always a risk that you might buy a fake, and also the fact that it's already a used item. Save your money, and buy directly from Louis Vuitton. It just takes patience.
Buying preloved is not a waste of my money, it's a way for me to save money and get bargains on items that I enjoy, that otherwise never go on sale, and that are typically overpriced to begin with. There is no doubt in my mind that all my pieces are authentic. When you do your research before buying (which I failed to do with that luggage tag) and have the item authenticated by third parties who specialize in this, there is no reason to doubt authenticity. Also, there is nothing at all wrong with reusing items that someone else has used before you. More people should do it. There are many benefits to buying preloved rather than from the boutiques and I plan to do a video on this soon. Good for you, though, for being disciplined and patient enough to save for so long to get the item and in store experience that you enjoy. That's awesome.
LV has the worst attitude & some horrid SA's. I was in Paris for Christmas 2008 and my Parisian friend told me to go and visit the store to see how many people come from all around the world to take pictures of the LV window display. I love walking around Paris at Christmas, its a tradition, so off I went.
When I got to the store it was like pandemonium, there were approximately 50 - 100 people trying to get inside the store. The security guard that was putting his hand inches from peoples faces with an open palm aggressively saying "non!!!" He then said "oui" and beckoned me into the store. I walked inside, it was only then that I realised he was assessing who he deemed worthy of entering the store. I was disgusted, anyway, that fool did not know I had no intention of spending my money in their store and I never will. They still offered me their champagne which I refused, I don't actually drink but I do eat cake lol!
Anyway, I only want one thing from LV, it must be a vintage Speedy 30 B and I'm good. If I could get one from the year of my birth I would be in heaven. I do not want their store experience, its foul, dehumanising and I have too much self-esteem for all of that nonsensical rubbish.
Please, please, please do a preloved video. I couldn't agree more, there are so many benefits to buying preloved.
Think about this, people try on jeans in store when you don't know whether the person who tried them before you even had a wash or even a disease but people are concerned about a preloved handbag that can be cleaned thoroughly before use. Make that make sense.
I found you last night and subbed, I absolutely love you & Vincent to bits.
Sorry for the dissertation x
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Yes, I watched this yesterday, subbed straight away. I wanted to find your shopping preloved video but didn't see it. It was a late night in the UK though, I actually feel asleep lol!
I really want a hot stamped luggage tag but after watching this I'm afraid to take one in to Louis Vuitton. Not to mention my closest store is a 2 hour drive. So I decided to try to find a Pre-loved tag with my initials already on it. I was totally shocked that I actually found it! So excited to get one. I love your channel. I've learned so much!
I bought a large luggage tag from Ebay for $15 because the rivet was broken. I just figured, hey if I got scammed then no big deal. It's real, but they won't repair and hot stamp it "due to condition". Oh well, bought a rivet from Joannn fabric for 80 cents after 60% off coupon and it looks fine.
Love this education. I have had lots of LV. I was wondering why you have not branched to color. However, I do have a yellow one and have a white pebble .I even have a monogram with stripes plus a cherry too I like very much how you stay traditional in taste and add the tags as well as scarves. In Vegas purchased 2 scarves about 5 years ago and tie them to my bags. At 57 I have also bought many other,but I need advice from you young things!!! where are the newer bags made. you have the best bags girl. Learning a lot. What are the rules for this senior for adding things to my bag. I sold 3 bags and regret it!!!
I've thought about some vintage epi bags in blue, green, or yellow but in many of the photos I see the color looks like it fades or chips or gets dirty so I've steered away from it. Also, I know I wouldn't wear those bags very often so it's difficult for me to justify the price tag on something that would mostly sit in the closet. I think bag charms and scarves are a great way to dress up a bag and make it tie in to an outfit. The newer bags are made in France, Spain, Italy, the US, and maybe a few other places. No rules for decorating your bag. Do what you think looks good. Sometimes I don't decorate them, sometimes I add one charm, sometimes I ad a cles, a charm, a luggage tag, and a bandeau! PS: I don't think 57 makes you a senior. I spend most of my free time with people older than you and they never seem old to me. :)
Maybe they didn’t want to tell you the way to see how it is fake is because they don’t want people to put it out on the internet for the fakers.
That could be it.
That is it. I use to work at a consignment designer boutique and I was told never to give exact details as to why its fake because then people can use that info and run with it
The counterfeiters already know.
This has been very enlightening for me. I was completely unaware there were so many dedicated to purchasing/collecting things such as luggage tags. I completely underIstand the quality, and value in LV products. I was just unaware this was a "thing" for lack of a better term. Good luck in your collecting endeavors. This is just far to detailed and complicated to peek my interest in beginning any sort of collection along these lines. I wish you nothing but luck and love in your future purchases.
I feel that they made the luggage tag strap shorter because many people are using the brass swivel finding to attach it to the bag rather than buckling it on directly. So it fits better. The only tag I have is from my Deauville from 1998 so it's the longer length
TH-camr LeeLeeLV pointed out to me that they're also using less leather on the loops on straps that keep the end of the strap in place (does that make sense?). We're thinking they're cutting corners and saving money so profits will be a little higher.
Autumn, thank you for this video. I do want to educate myself on these items. Great information. Hello to Vincent.
Thank you. :)
I love your bird. so talkative and vocal. Is she an African grey? assuming so due to her accent and just large vocabulary / sound box.
Interested in knowing where you can get the brass swivel attachments for the tags. Thanks!!
Autumn, there is one on eBay with your initials “AB”… check it out!
Check out Modalu. They have the Pippa bag that Kate Middleton’s sister wore.
Only when we get raises at work as fast as LV are raising their prices is it possible to save for an item brand new. I don’t knock second hand at all. It’s still free advertisement for LV with these pieces being out in the world, plus it’s better for the environment to share, exchange and reuse some bags that some people would never use again due to small damages, too dark patina etc. I have been buying in store since 2004 and I still do. But I also love my preloved SLG’s, luggage tags, etc
I wondered about the shorter strap! I bought some small luggage tags from eBay that had the shorter straps. I was disappointed, I prefer the longer strap so I sold them. The shorter strap makes it difficult to attach to bags unless you use the clips. Anyway, that’s good info to know. Thanks for sharing. 😊
I don't like the shorter strap either. I figure if I need to I can always put the long strap on the small tag.
Grace andherhandbag I agree Grace I like to tie my tags to the actual bag not with a clip and the smaller straps I kind of have no choice but to use a clip then I have a smaller older tag with the longer strap I was told by my SA when they order it as a repair piece they can’t pick which ones they get it’s whatever the company sends them they just order small or large she had no answer for the longer or smaller strap she said no ones ever asked that before (gotta love when they say that ) I wish I still had my speedy b strap to do the comparison video to my Melie strap it has some sort of coating or it’s a cheaper leather I was wondering if it makes a difference what bag they order the repair luggage tag from like say a keepall or a regular bag that Now comes with luggage tags because technically they have to put a bag that comes with a luggage tag in the computer when they order it as a replacement or repair part my SA told me she didn’t know and wasn’t sure in other words I was annoying her asking about luggage straps lol I just find it all so interesting and I don’t think I would have noticed had Autumn not mentioned it to me and I went back and looked at my tag comparisons from older and newer
Thank you for putting yourself out there for us.
Thank you for watching. :)
When I saw the tag from the humiliated video I could tell it was fake. Eventually you remember what the font is one meant to look like. The only noticeable difference in fonts I’ve seen is after they stopped using luggage company in their name (the really old vintage ones). Other than that it’s been pretty much the same in all items. The o is a huge giveaway most of the time.
Also the yellow stitching was too bright and too shiny.
So what happened with the one you bought on the internet the real real??
I want to know! That’s why I clicked on this video
I returned it for a full refund.
Excellent. I just purchased a tag and I'm 100% confident now. Thank you
Just because it doesn't say "France" doesn't mean they were made in the US. There was a collab where they made a bag in Spain as well. It would say the place of manufacturer in the bag itself. I'm not sure why the tags don't also indicate place of origin if they were made somewhere other than France.
Hi. Do u know where i can buy a new authentic small tag?😊
After watching the original video, would you still buy pre loved items from this company again?.. do you think it was an honest mistake on their part? Not trying to bad mouth the company, I am just looking to buy pre loved myself and don't want to get duped. Thanks for all the info about the tags!!!
Yes. I have purchased several items from them since then with no problems. I don't know how that tag slipped by their authenticators but I do think it was an honest mistake. Just educate yourself before buying preloved from anywhere. I'm much more careful after that incident.
I just saw your rant about the insult at the LV shop. Now, im tres interesses about this one.
This video is more educational, I hope.
So I just had a bad experience with this luggage tag situation. Client services nor the store will order a replacement. I don’t have proof of purchase from LV store and was told if I don’t have that or they can’t verify in computer then they will not let me purchase one. Client services asked for photos of the older keepall which I sent but they had to verify the “original ” purchaser. Unbelievable. Do you know of a good seller on eBay? I almost don’t want to purchase anything anymore because the customer service is so awful. They always make you feel like you’re doing something wrong.
I'm not at all surprised they treated you like this over a luggage tag. They've become ridiculously strict with them. It's just a flippin' luggage tag, people! I don't know of a particular seller. When I'm looking for one I just check all the preloved sites and ebay. It's just a matter of luck regarding whether you'll find one in good condition at a reasonable price, unfortunately.
Autumn Beckman thank you! I am on the look out! They are beyond ridiculous with the tags. I just hate they way they go about it as well.
Dear Autumn, yesterday I had a bad experience in a LV store. I tried to get a luggage tag. I told the seller that I had lost my tag from my keepall damier ebene. The woman left the sales room and looked if she had one for a replacement. She came back with a beautiful dark brown tag. But.then... 🙈 she asked me for the receipt of my keepall .... There was no way to buy this item laying in front of me. That was such an embarrassing moment although I bought so many things in this LV store in the past and I am a registered customer. I felt like an idiot.
If I buy on ebay there is always the risk to get a fake item and the prices are so incredible high.
I cannot understand why LV makes such a whirl around these luggage tags. Do you really need the receipt of your luggage items to get a replacement luggage tag in America?
Many greetings from Germany and thank you so much for your wonderful videos.
Steffi
I don't understand LV's obsession with luggage tags at all. If people want to spend $65 on a little piece of leather to decorate their LV bags, let them do it! It's insane and terrible customer service. I have heard of LV asking either for the receipt or for customers to bring in the bag. Maybe if you took the bag in she wouldn't need a receipt. It shouldn't matter whether you bought the bag directly from them or purchased it preloved because the bag was originally purchased from LV at some point. All this stuff about limiting luggage tags and limiting canvas pieces is really getting on my nerves. I've been thinking about doing a video on this topic soon.
I was just at a store today and was told I can’t buy the tag unless I already have an item that comes originally with a tag. They don’t want their customers to “customize” their bags due to misrepresentation of their items. What kind of crap is that? If I want to customize MY LV, that I bought w my own money I can damn sure do so, no? I had a terrible experience today. I’m glad I’m not the only one but also saddened that these people are so rude to their customers. I have several LV bags, wallets, and pochettes and just feel like throwing them all out due to the nastiness of their SAs. I wasn’t asking for a free tag, I was more than willing to pay for it. Just terrible customer service and ridiculous “policy”.
Just watched your other video and totally get what you were saying about the way way you were treated at LV. I had the same experience twice. Totally snobby SAs (both times at 2 separate Neiman’s LV stores). I think it’s a prerequisite to work there. I don’t get it... smh
Sometimes I'm treated very well, other times I feel like the SA is snobby. So weird.
Don’t apologize for Vincent! She is helping 😊💕🐤
Great video.. couldnt finish watching the whole film but I did watch the one where you tried to bring in the luaggage tag and LV sa said it was fake. One thing that I dont really get is why having a luggage tag brings such joy whereas when you can spend that use a portion of that money to buy a wallet or bag instead. something more practical so to say. no offense. can someone help me understand it better?
The moral of the story with buying used designer pieces is to do your research, if it still appears questionable take it to a store to authenticate. If they say it's fake, ask for the manager or go to a flagship store. Personally the buckle does look questionable, usually fake belts and tags have larger buckles because it's part of the process of casting the original, I can't say if it's real or fake without a closer look but I could see why people would question it. It's the same for stitching lines, if they are larger or in a pattern, it could be a red flag
Chicago Hypebeast LV does not authenticate products.
Hi Autumn!!! I so happen to have the same initials as you!!! I was wondering if you possibly have a luggage tag you’d maybe part with or have for sale? I just received a vanity case, and I haven’t a key or luggage tag with it :/
None of my luggage tags are for sale. There's a chance you could get one from LV. Otherwise, check the preloved market but expect that they'll be at least twice what they cost from LV.
austin stussy this post is so funny to me. Good try.
Have you ever checked out Teddy Blake bags or Modalu.
I have looked at Teddy Blake but for those prices I can buy preloved Vuitton. Haven't heard of Modalu. I'll look them up. Thanks. :)
Omg I just ordered a scarf from the real real and now I’m worried it’s fake 😩 any tips on authenticating Louis Vuitton scarfs ? ... it’s a yellow one
Everything else I've ordered from them has been authentic. LV makes many different scarves. Which one did you purchase?
Autumn Beckman it was the Louis Vuitton Monogram Silk Pocket Square in the color yellow ... also I love your content I’m definitely a new subbie
I don't have one of those to give you tips but in my experience the fake scarves are usually pretty obvious. The fakes tend to be the more popular ones, too, like the monogram shawls and some of the bandeau scarves so you're probably safe.
Autumn Beckman Thank you so much for your response 🙏🏾 I’m 19 and this is my first luxury item .... I hope it’s real 🤞🏾 .... also I appreciate you replying to me. Watching all of your previous videos right now 💕
This is why I don't buy anything at all ever, second hand, sorry I like brand new from the brand store
I just got back from vaca and came so close to purchasing that bag, but just couldn't pull the trigger. I liked it very much and it's a better choice than the Speedy 25B for me since I wear my bags cross body 90% of the time, but it wasn't like when you go try a bag on and then can't stop thinking about it. I did spend the next few nights reading reviews and watching videos (including yours, though I was already a sub before), but in the end just didn't go back for it. Any bags you've had that experience with?
Oh, gosh...tons. I get interested in bags, do lots of research, then talk myself out of spending the money on most of them. When the boyfriend says something about one of my purchases I always tell him, "You should see all the things I DIDN'T buy!"
Would have been helpful to compare the fake tag with the real ones, or even do a video witb a real bag in your collection (made of newer canvas) like a speedy, and comparing it to a fake speedy bought on DHgate etc. so ppl k ie what to look for and can better identify differences. It would prob be helpful in future vids when the topic arises. Of course you could compare a different bag-I’m just suggesting an iconic bag that the fakers have had alot of time & practice trying to duplicate well… it’s also prob helpful to show the look/type of leather on both and details that the fakers just can’t replicate easily.
My take away, I can buy a leather bag for far less at a department store that does the same thing instead of supporting a company that treats people like "haves and have nots." People are more than just a brand or logo.
Ughh. I just bought a luggage tag off of The Real Real only bc you cannot get a luggage tag any other way then preloved. I have never bought second hand and now I'm nervous it wont be authentic :(
I just ordered another one and have ordered a couple since this and they've all been authentic except that very first one.
@@AutumnBeckman thanks for responding. It's a little nerve racking bc the fakes have gotten so good. I just dont want to spend the price tag of authentic if it isn't obviously. That is reassuring tho, thank you.
Looking at the LV website-it seems that a lot of their products are made in Italy also??
Esp the shoes.
Many years ago some LV bags were actually made in the united states....FACT!
Yes, they manufacture primarily in France, Spain, Italy, and the US. Many bags are still made in the US. In fact, they're opening a new factory in Texas.
Thank you for a great video, very informative.
Sorry those SA treated you like that. The luggage tag did originally come from the store, its just the original owner decided to sell it and you decided to buy pre-loved. I have a luggage tag I just bought and I am going to bring it to the LV store In Boston and see what they say.
Thanks for sharing!
I got scammed by stock X I bought a Chanel card holder and the one they sent me says “made in China” lol I complain and they stand by the authentication I said it says made in China! They told me it was a free give away from Chanel and that it is in fact real. I don’t buy it I even went to Chanel and was so embarrassed it was obviously fake I lost $200+ stock x still pumps them out like crazy what a shame
That's awful. So sorry that happened to you. I've seen Chanel card holders on ebay for around $70 that obviously aren't from the boutique. From what I can tell, some seem to be from the Chanel makeup counter. I'd bet those might be made in China.
Autumn Beckman thanks for getting back to me. I couldn’t believe it when I saw made in China I thought “oh they will for sure take this back it’s obviously fake” I emailed them and they argued that it was %100 authentic blah blah blah. It say made in China because it was a give away for VIP (have you heard of this) the Chanel employees never heard of it but said it might be possible but they don’t know for sure. But they did say that any give away are not for resale and they would never have made in China on any of their items ever lol they would not destroy their brand like that. Anyways thanks for your time
I have heard of giveaways but I'm not big into Chanel so I can't give you a definite answer. I know Louis Vuitton does giveaways. Again, if it's a cheap piece I'd guess it's a giveaway from the Chanel makeup counter, not a giveaway from a boutique.
I still can’t believe they are doing less leather even my Melie autumn I showed you the straps next to each other and they are using less leather for for their loops to go around that hold down the straps my Hawaii tag just from 2017 has the longer strap I don’t have a small Damier ebene but I only have 3 small tags 1 made in France the other 2 made in US I guess because they don’t say made in France 1 came with my Melie and it’s the same as my 2 other vachetta small tags I think they are using less leather for a lot of things I have a comparison with my Trevi strap compared to my mono strap hardware coming the hardware was so much more substantial-why does 1 Tag have 1 stitch the other has 2 and the other has 3 so I don’t see how they can say 1 is standard when they keep changing it of course it’s spilt at the top how would you get your name down in there even the glazing color looks different the new vachetta on my Melie feels different than the vachetta on any of my other bags so really not sure that woman had a clue what she was talking about just saying that they don’t open made no sense to me !! So mind boggling ofcourse I asked my SA when we realized it and she had no clue as usual I’m also waiting for a friend to get me a DE Hawaii Tag it doesn’t show up on camera but there’s definitely a new coating of some sort
This is exactly why I argued with the people at LV when they told me that tag was fake. I know LV changes things and I know they don't educate their staff as well as they should.
Hej Autumn. Thank you for the video, it is very good and informative.Kiss to Vincent
Thank you. She doesn't get on my nerves often but she did yesterday...like a hyperactive kid. :(
Wow! This was very interested 🤔. I didn’t know about the shorter straps on the tags. Such a shame you didn’t get what you paid for...Sorry that happened to you ❤️. I buy from a few sellers on eBay and I would love to know who you got it from. Dm me on IG if you don’t mind. Tfs 😘
The tag with the shorter strap was directly from LV. Lee Lee LV got it for me and she has one that she bought there at a different time that has the same shorter strap. I asked about it at my LV when I took it to get hot stamped and they didn't know anything about it.
When you walk into the store look like a million dollars and there attitude will change try it you will see a difference
I've been into leather working recently. It's cool seeing all of the elements on the tags.
Thank you for this video!!!
You're welcome. Thank you for watching. :)
Did the real real fix the situation for you? how did they resolve it?
I returned the fake tag for a full refund, including shipping.
Thanks for the info. Hi Vincent! I buy from therealreal so a little worried about my 3 Vuitton pieces from them.
I've purchased so many pieces from The Real Real and have had no other problems. Just educate yourself on the items first (I didn't do that) or if you're really worried have it authenticated by ProAuthenticators or Authenticate First. :)
Didn’t know luggage tags were a thing. Sorry you were insulted that sucks
Love all of the bag tags autumn
Thank you. :)
I just got a fake luggage tag from a seller, doesn’t match my other one! 😤. Opened case since it advertised as authentic with no return. EBAY will tell them to refund and ay shipping cost providing a label. ❤️ love your videos
Good luck with that. I hope it all works out for you. I've never had to do a return with ebay or PayPal but I've heard they're good about these things, especially with replicas. I'm glad you enjoy my videos and I appreciate that you comment so often. :)
Autumn Beckman yes, my first EBAY LV purse was miss rep so I dealt with the claim procedure which was great! Thank you🐝
I totally agree with all others here who told you never feel like you don’t belong! My husband said that to me once when we walked into a LV store. I told him the same thing, just because we’re not rich it doesn’t mean you can’t go in there and look around or buy something on your hard earned money. Yes, they can look at you up and down and talk to you different but if they think that they privileged just because they work there, well that’s just ridicules. We all just people born the same and die and end up underground the same. Many wealthy people feel they just better than others. I say BS!
One time I went into LV store on 5th, wanted to look at a very expensive bag I love so much. It’s the Sofia Coppola collaboration with LV in pm size. Its cost ridiculous $4500. I just wanted to see it. I can’t tell you the looks I’ve got from the sales persons. They looked me up and down and inside out (if they could’ve). They didn’t even know first what bag I was talking about, we had to call the manager of that department. If was hilarious. He was nice thought and end up making them bring up like 3 different colors for me to look at. Anyway, my parents always told me never to feel less than anyone else. Money won’t make them better, snobby or mean maybe but not better.
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So, everything you've shown here IS authentic?
Yes. This is a follow up video to the one about the fake luggage tag.
Hi Vincent 👋
Vincent is such a happy bird ❤️
She is. Especially when I give her peanuts. :)
my first LV purchase was on ebay many years ago....sent it to louis in montreal to get a new zipper and it turned out it was fake despite ebay seller stating it was authentic.....live and learn....luckily it was only 50 bucks canadian....customer service at these high end retailers seems to be well, snooty.
They treat customers like dirt so you will love them to dust. True. Psychology thing
love your vids you speak well and dont babble ... but damn that dog is loud. why dont you record in another room??