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The Louis Vuitton brand is originally from France, however, it has open production facilities in Italy, Spain, Germany and America. Therefore, all these countries can be indicated on the bag's patches as the manufacturer.
A bag with a discount is always a fake!
Surprisingly, the brand does not fundamentally reduce the prices of its products. This is probably the only fashion house where they don’t know what discounts and sales are. Moreover, Louis Vuitton does not reduce the purchase price even for wholesale buyers. Therefore, if you hear something like this from a seller, run!
Check out the price of your chosen model on the official Louis Vuitton website. The difference between the store price and the price on the website cannot be more than 40 euros. In general, the brand does not have products at low prices, because it is a luxury brand!
Both bags are fakes of different quality
Don't neglect to inspect the packaging
The manufacturer packs these bags in dark brown bags. The brand is attentive to the production of even such little things, so the material for them will be dense, slightly rough.
Also, the original packaging bags are distinguished by handles with a special branded weave, spiral-shaped. It should be noted that they always have the inscription “LOUIS VUITTON – Maison Fonde’e en 1854 – Paris”.
If only the name of the manufacturer is written on it, or nothing at all, this is a fake.
A distinctive feature of the brand is special font. Therefore, carefully examine the letter ABOUT in the inscription, for a genuine Louis Vuitton it should be very round.
Among the many textile materials, there are those that have survived to this day from time immemorial. They, of course, have changed, acquired new qualities and properties, but they still delight with their aesthetic appearance, durability, and in some cases, irreplaceability. Such materials include canvas. What is it?
History of fabric
The history of canvas begins in the era of Antiquity. It was the ancient Greeks who began making sails from waxed hemp material, which they called canuabis - “hemp”.
During the Middle Ages, ships continued to be sailed with hemp fabric, which was valued for its strength and durability. It was then, in the 14th century, that the material acquired its modern name - canvas. For greater strength, the fabric was impregnated with wax, and plain fabric, without impregnation, was often used as a material for sailor robes.
Later, sails began to be made from cotton and linen, but canvas fabric remained indispensable for the manufacture of work clothes.
Canvas: finding a new life
In the 20th century, work and army clothing continued to be made from this fabric, but recently it has become very popular and is used in various fields: from furniture upholstery to making stylish bags and fashionable shoes.
True, now this material differs significantly from its medieval predecessor. Modern canvas - what is it?
Despite the fact that this fabric looks like canvas, it does not contain hemp fibers at all. And the canvas contains only 35% cotton, the rest is polyester and nylon. Moreover, it is precisely this canvas that gives the qualities of ancient waxed canvas - strength, wear resistance and moisture resistance.
Of course, this fabric cannot be called water-repellent (it absorbs moisture), but it gets wet very slowly. In addition, despite the density, the material allows air to pass through well. And to the touch it is no different from real “canvas” fabric.
Canvas has another interesting quality: as it wears away, it acquires an even more attractive and fashionable appearance.
Canvas products
As in the past, clothing is made from this material, most often for work and outdoor activities. However, in many popular styles, such as country, boho, ethnic, hippie, jackets, vests, shoes and especially canvas bags are also popular.
However, bags made of this fabric attract not only fans of extravagant styles. They are comfortable, strong, durable and also look aesthetically pleasing, but without being too pretentious.
Canvas bag - what is it? This is the ideal accessory for a business person living a dynamic, active life. And women's models are not devoid of elegance and are no less stylish than leather ones.
Shoes are made from canvas for those who prefer a sporty style. moccasins and espadrilles made from this material are popular among people of different ages. They are comfortable, not hot in summer and warm in cool weather.
Canvas is beautiful and furniture makers willingly use it along with jacquard and leather, especially since it is no less durable than these materials. In the furniture industry, a special type of canvas developed by Arben is most often used.
The material is also used to make canvas awnings, tents, collapsible gazebos, tents, curtains and much more.
But the use of this fabric is not limited to the production of purely utilitarian items. Canvas prints - what are they? These are magnificent paintings and photographs. The structure of the fabric allows you to apply a three-dimensional pattern of any complexity to it, and the unique texture creates the impression of handmade work.
Well-deserved popularity
Products made from this unusual fabric have become widespread relatively recently. But it is actively used in the production of clothing, shoes, accessories, and in arts and crafts. We can say that this is a unique material that has no analogues today.
How is canvas assessed? Reviews about the fabric and products made from it are not very numerous, but invariably positive. Buyers note that the fabric is pleasant to the touch and the colors are pleasing to the eye. Bags that are distinguished by their stylish appearance, the recently fashionable “aging” effect and at the same time durability are especially highly rated.
The popularity of canvas is more evidenced by the number of people willing to purchase products made from it. And judging by the forums, there are a lot of them.
Louis Vuitton is the most counterfeited fashion brand in the world.
But no matter how much things are faked Louis Vuitton, and, no matter how well the fakes are made, every self-respecting girl wants to own an original thing. If you bought the item yourself in a boutique Louis Vuitton , the question of authenticity is irrelevant. If you were given an item as a gift, or you dared to buy it not in a boutique of a French house, then it is still worth checking the authenticity.How to spot a fake one Louis Vuitton from the present?
Variety of products Louis Vuitton : bags, wallets, belts, accessories, etc., creates a variety of details that distinguish the original item. In clothing lines these differences are even greater. About all models and lines Louis Vuitton it's too long to tell, sothis time I’ll tell you about bags and accessories from the most common lines: the classic monogram, “ damier” and “multicolor”.
First of all, do not forget thatLouis Vuitton will never be cheap . The price of bags starts from 300 euros in Europe, and small products and accessories from 150 euros.
There are several main details that you should pay attention to, and which can accurately tell you whether you are holding in your hands an original or a fake. First of all, thisLV logoon the material, further, himself material, from which the product is made, lining(in bags), metal parts, leather, from which leather elements of products are made, inscriptions outside and inside on leather and metal stripes, seams. First things first, but first about the packaging in which you should receive the original Louis Vuitton.
The Louis Vuitton bag is always dark brown in color, made of dense material, slightly rough to the touch, with wicker handles (the weaving resembles a spiral).
The Louis Vuitton package must have the following written on it: “LOUIS VUITTON - Maison Fond ée en 1854 - Paris”. Only in this order. Today, counterfeits are often sold with a bag, but the bag usually only says "Louis Vuitton". Louis Vuitton has its own distinctive font, in which the letter O is very round, but counterfeit manufacturers have learned to fake the font as well.
Wallets, many bags, belts, etc. packed in boxes. Manufacturers of counterfeits have succeeded in this too, but, as you know, brands like Louis Vuitton pay great attention to the little things that are forgotten in counterfeit products. Louis Vuitton boxes are dark brown on the outside with a beige drawer. Typically, the boxes are tied with rope made of a rubber material that resembles leather. Each box has a special tab to help you open the box.
The product is wrapped in white paper and sealed with stickers with the inscription “Louis Vuitton” if the sticker is rectangular, or with the LV logo if the sticker is round.
The logo is very important for the House, soyou will never see the letters LV cut or stitched at the top with threads, located crookedly or sideways on the original item. Monogram LV never turned upside down, except for bags and purses made from a single piece of canvas eg bag Papillon, Keepall, Speedy (however, Speedy , made in France, are not made from one piece, so be careful), wallets and organizers Zippy, Insolite, Tresor, Alexandra wallets, etc. In bags of the line "Multicolor Monogram" » there is no logo LV is red.In total, these bags use 33 colors, 9 multi-colored LV and 24 multi-colored flowers and emblems.In items from the Damier line a square that says " Louis Vuitton Paris ", can never be circumcised.
Vintage bags often have a round leather patch on the outside to indicate the name on the bag. On modern bags you can find a leather patch only on the inside. The country of origin is indicated on all products: either on the markings or on a leather or metal patch. Bags, wallets, belts, etc. made in France, Spain and the USA. Accordingly, the products indicate "Made in France", "Made in Spain", "Made in USA". The latter are sold only in the United States, and have their own characteristic differences.
The markings on the products are as follows: at the top is the registered trademark icon - R, then Louis Vuitton, below Paris, only then where “Made in Spain” is made.Metal tablet on the outside of bags, such as a tote Galliera , must contain the following inscription:"DEPOSE en FRANCE et A L'ETRANGER - Louis VUITTON - inventeur - 101, avenue des Champs Elysees, Paris."
In the bag Neverfull in the monogram the lining is made of beige cotton with brown stripes; if this bag is from the Damier line, then the lining will be red with brown stripes. In bags SpeedyIn some bags, the top stitching is replaced by a bolt with markings Louis Vuitton . For some models, the handle is solid, and is sewn directly to the base of the bag itself, such as a bag Neverfull : its distinctive feature is the corner stitching on the leather petal of the handle, sewn to the base of the bag. The total number of ties on the corner is 10.
If you still buy a Speedy bag from someone other than a Louis Vuitton boutique, then pay attention to the leather triangle located on one side of the lock. On the reverse side of the Speedy leather triangle there are always sizes 30, 45, 55. Pay attention to the location of the inscription on the triangle with the key. On the original the inscription is located at the bottom close to the edge. The key hole is deep with a metal pin inside in the middle. Louis Vuitton engraved below the hole. The loop connecting the handles to the base of the bag always has 5 ties, On other bags, the number of ties may vary. Also note that the Speedy bag was never released in the Cherry Blossom line. Just the same Backpack, Ellipse and Papillon bags were never released in the Multicolor line.
In general, we can talk about the differences endlessly, because fakes will never resemble the original either in quality or design, which is good news.
In conclusion, I can say that you will never be able to put your initials on a fake item using the “hot stamping” technology, as they do at Louis Vuitton.
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Properly selected accessories are an integral attribute of a stylish look. A recognized standard of taste and style is the Louis Vuitton bag, which has not left the catwalk for many years. The fashion house is known for its hundred-year history and the impeccable quality of its products. The high standard, which is maintained throughout the existence of the brand, sets the corresponding price. But every bag is really worth it, it’s not for nothing that the skillful combination of beauty and durability has won the hearts of millions of people around the world.
Product Features
Louis Vuitton bags are popular among those who value fashion and sophistication. The style of this fashion house has long gained cult status, while remaining a sign of laconic luxury. The brand produces suitcases, backpacks, men's and women's LV bags of different textures and sizes.
A distinctive feature of the products is the leather texture with the LV monogram, which was almost immediately patented. One look at such a bag is enough to appreciate the excellent taste of the owner.
Some experts claim that 90-99% of purchased accessories from a fashion house are fakes. Knowing how to check a Louis Vuitton women's bag by number is one of the surest ways to catch scammers. Original products are worth it, because they have the following advantages:
- Louis Vuitton bags always have a finished look, being an independent part of the wardrobe, they will decorate even the simplest look. Traditional brown color with organic patterns allows you not to worry about the fashion trends of the season. This accessory looks perfect in formal, casual and evening styles.
- Any LV women's handbag from the French brand is made by hand from a special material - canvas, the production technology of which is still a secret. It is durable and does not fade over the years. The surface of the products is slightly rough and lacks an unpleasant shine.
- The dress code does not impose any restrictions on LV products; they are ideal for business style clothing. At the same time, even people far from fashion recognize the product of the French fashion house - small and large Louis Vuitton women's bags attract attention.
- Vintage was and remains a spectacular highlight in the image, but buying such products is not so easy. There is no need to despair - the fashion house often revives collections that were popular decades ago, which allows it to remain relevant and in demand.
- Despite the desire to preserve traditions, LV does not ignore modern trends - new collections always take into account the realities of fashion. In recent years, the famous brand has been experimenting with colors and shapes of products.
- Louis Vuitton men's bags are also popular, their color scheme is based on black and brown. The striking difference is a minimum of decor and a maximum of brevity.
It is not only the amazing appearance that has made the Louis Vuitton brand so famous; its bags are also distinguished by their functionality. The location and shape of the pockets and compartments are so well thought out that using the products is surprisingly convenient.
Practicality and beauty are the main features of LV bags.
Popular models
Initially, Louis Vuitton created only suitcases, only over time expanding the range of his products - from small handbags to capsule collections. Any of his products is in incredible demand, but there are still several particularly popular models:
- Louis Vuitton himself always said that shopping bags should be highly portable and lightweight. The Neverfull MM shopping model is spacious enough without being too bulky. It looks stylish and structured, while its texture is soft and its handles are thin. If there is no need for its intended purpose, you can tighten the side ties - the product will become smaller and turn into a flat urban model. These Louis Vuitton canvas bags are traditionally available in four colors, each of which is signature for the brand.
- The Keepall road model was created back in the 30s of the last century, winning the love of users for many decades to come. Travel-friendly, it allows you to maintain style in any situation. Not long ago, a new variation of the famous model was presented - Keepall 55 with reduced dimensions. It can be taken into the cabin of an airplane; it is roomy enough to store sets of clothes for several days. The classic version of the model is brown leather with the LV monogram and trim from a lighter material.
- Available in several colors, the Louis Vuitton small handbag is made from Taurillon leather and is fully in keeping with the classic style of the fashion house. Featuring a masterful display of the creator's initials, metal rings and a traditional flap clasp, the Capucines BB looks amazing. The bag also has a removable shoulder strap and can be carried with a regular handle.
- Louis Vuitton accessories are always relevant, so the 2017-2018 collection included a Bumbag belt bag with a signature design and a convenient external compartment. It allows you to create a vintage look while maintaining bohemian chic. The model quickly won the hearts of street style followers.
- Miniature handbags for an evening look also regularly appear in LV collections; one of the popular models is the Very Chain, made of smooth leather with handles in the form of gold-colored chains. On the fine-grained surface, the monogram pattern looks especially sophisticated, while the small Louis Vuitton handbag is light and comfortable.
- The compact Sperone BB backpack in delicate colors will suit any look, complementing it with its elegance. Skillfully selected proportions make it roomy, but not too bulky, so you can combine the accessory even with light dresses for summer walks. The signature checkered color scheme and gold-tone studs with LV engraving make the backpack a truly sophisticated accessory.
Over the long history of the brand, failures have happened extremely rarely; many models, on the contrary, have become popular all over the world. Purchasing these canvas bags is not always easy, as boutiques often only stock the latest collections.
Louis Vuitton Keepall
Louis Vuitton Very Chain
Louis Vuitton Neverfull
Louis Vuitton Taurillon
Louis Vuitton Paperbag
Louis Vuitton Sperone BB
Materials and colors
LV products have always been famous for their durability and long service life - even after years of wear, they did not lose their original luster. At the very beginning of his career, the famous Louis Vuitton made suitcases, for which he developed a special material technology. Then only calfskin was used with the addition of a mixture of linen and cotton - the first handbags were created from this compound.
The secret of the canvas has not yet been completely solved; what Louis Vuitton bags are made of is unknown to other manufacturers.
Back in the 19th century, the fashion house had to deal with scammers - shops and markets were flooded with fake products. Few people knew then how to distinguish an original Louis Vuitton bag from a fake. This led Louis Vuitton's heir, his son Georges Vuitton, to the need to create his own insignia. This is how a unique monogram was invented from the initials of the ancestor, a petal cross and a quatrefoil. The first color was the brown-beige checker, which is still used today, much later a gray-white variation appeared.
The color of the monogram itself is invariably the same – light honey ocher, which goes well with the chocolate-colored canvas. This technique was borrowed from Japanese artists with their full consent, and today it is a hallmark of the original LV bags. At the end of the 20th century, the Louis Vuitton brand began to use goat skin, and for the most extravagant collections - python skin.
The company creates a wide variety of bag models, so the range of color options is quite wide. The designers of the fashion house do not stop exclusively at classic shades (black, white, beige, brown, grey); they regularly replenish their collections with bright, rich colors.
History of the fashion house
In 1837, Louis Vuitton, who had just turned 16 years old, got a job in Paris as an apprentice to Mr. Marechal, making suitcases. When traveling by train and ship, passengers tried to keep their luggage intact, so the craft of the future master was relevant. Louis Vuitton devoted 17 years of his life to working in the studio, during which time he became the most sought-after master in his field. Already at that time, he created products only for the city’s elite - one of his regular clients was the wife of Napoleon 3, Empress Eugenie.
Having opened his own workshop, Vuitton began making suitcases using a unique technology, and its popularity began to grow faster. After Louis's death, the fashion house was inherited by his son, who only expanded production. It was during his era that a unique monogram, a reliable lock and new categories of products were created.
Throughout history, the LV fashion house has been a stronghold of tradition, but has not lost touch with modern trends. He collaborated with a huge number of artists and designers, even involving street professionals in his work. Branded boutiques are located in almost all world capitals, the largest of which is in Paris - all the brand’s collections are presented on 6 floors of the building.
Louis Vuitton products include not only bags, backpacks and suitcases, but also jewelry. Throughout history, the fashion house has had to contend with replicas, which are becoming better every year. But we can say with confidence that no one will be able to create a complete copy of unique LV products for a very long time.
How to distinguish an original from a fake
Surprising fact: many people knowingly buy fake Louis Vuitton. Especially if you manage to find a replica that is difficult to distinguish - after all, the main thing is that it is a fashion brand. But if you want to buy a real product from a French fashion house, you need to know how to check the authenticity of a Louis Vuitton bag. One of the most obvious ways is an individual product number. You will have to look for it - the code could have been stamped on the strap or somewhere inside the bag.
In the early 80s, this characteristic sign contained 3 or 4 digits, two of which indicated the year, and the last - the month of production of the product. When bags began to be manufactured outside of France, two letters were added to indicate the country of issue. In the 90s, the brand changed the code again: now 1 and 3 digits meant the month, and 2 and 4 meant the year. This system was used until 2006, and then became even more complicated: the month indicator was replaced by the week number of the year.
The number of an original Louis Vuitton handbag may be written on several parts of the bag, not just on the strap. But on the outside there cannot be any leather samples, license plates or other additions.
Original LV bags are sold only in the fashion house's own boutiques or on the official website. It is useless to find out what discounts the Louis Vuitton brand has - the company never holds sales. Therefore, a tempting advertisement about the possibility of purchasing Louis Vuitton bags at a reduced price should be safely ignored; this is clear evidence of counterfeit products.
There is always an LV engraving on metal rivets and fasteners, and on each element. It is made very carefully, as is the stitching of the product - you need to pay attention to all these points. When it comes to a monogram on leather, the main sign of authenticity is symmetry. In this case, the LV sign can be reversed, because the bags are made from a single piece of leather.
Modern LP accessories should not have marks on the outside. Louis Vuitton's font is also special: the letter “O” is very rounded, it is difficult to fake. The canvas has a slightly rough surface; during processing it becomes a dark honey shade.
Brand bags and boxes are faked too well; they can only be distinguished from cheap replicas. Original boxes should have a retractable white part, a “tab” for convenience and a cotton cover - all these elements are pleasant to the touch.
The surest way to spot a fake Louis Vuitton bag is to check immediately after opening the box: not a single element of the original accessories is ever wrapped in cellophane.
Louis Vuitton bags are an unrivaled integration of technologies refined over a century into modern fashion realities. They are always relevant, it seems that they are simply impossible to tear down even after a decade. But to become the owner of a truly original leather product, you need to know how to distinguish a fake Louis Vuitton from the original.
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Bags from a brand like Louis Vuitton cost a lot of money, so many people wonder - how to distinguish Louis Vuitton from a fake. Let's look at this issue in more detail.
Name
First of all, take a close look at the “Louis Vuitton” inscription. Many manufacturers who make fakes change the letters or completely get rid of some of them. Because of this, the product takes on a completely different name.
Appearance
You need to carefully study the appearance of the model you will buy. For example, the Vernis bag has never been produced in black, but fakes can be found in many places.
You need to remember that:
— CB Speedy, Cabas tote, Cerises, Alma, Pegase were not produced in the Cherry Blossom colorway.
Louis Vuitton BLossom bag (fake)
— Ellipse, Mezzo, Papillon, Alto, Cabas Piano were not produced in Cerises colors.
Louis Vuitton Cerises bag (fake)
To distinguish vintage models from fakes, use the official website or special official catalogs. It is important to remember that Louis Vuitton always uses only high-quality natural cowhide, which after some time, due to oxygen and slight oxidation, acquires a dark golden hue. Therefore, you need to carefully look at the leather and the color of the bag itself.
Louis Vuitton bag - original
Price
Louis Vuitton never has sales and they never have discounts. Go to their official website and compare prices, here you need to understand that a real bag will never cost 100 dollars, etc. This brand is quite expensive and the price in different countries may differ slightly, but no more than 40-50 Euros.
Clasps
Look closely at all the accessories on the bag, especially the clasps. Original bags use gold or copper; counterfeit manufacturers most often use plastic, which is coated with a layer of gold paint on top.
Pay attention to details
1. Sewn-on labels in most cases indicate a fake, since official Louis Vuitton bags practically do not sew on labels; they most often put the label in the pocket of the bag. Also pay attention to the seam; if there are a lot of seam lines, then you need to think about it.
2. The inner stitching of many fakes is usually lined with plastic or cheap suede. Original bags can be lined with different fabrics, but usually these are high-quality textiles with micromonograms, canvas, leather, microfiber suede or polyester.
3. Find the LV logo that is printed on the lock.
4. Check the "Made in" label carefully. Everyone knows that Louis Vuitton bags were made only in France. But now they are also made in Spain, Italy, the USA and Germany.
- Also read - How to distinguish original Vans from fakes?
Salesman
- You need to be confident in the seller, so you need to look at reviews or reputation first.
- Avoid sellers who refuse to accept returns.
- Look at the product photos, the more the better. Generally look at the photo of the front rear view, inside, "Louis Vuitton Made in" stamp, code and trim.
- Do not buy “New bag models” that are not yet even on the official website or in stores.
How to distinguish Louis Vuitton bags from fakes - video
