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Hi all,

A complete noob here... and in desperate need of your help! I purchased a LV 2006 Monogram Groom Cles Key Pouch through The RealReal and even though they supposedly authenticate them, something about the item rests uneasy with me. The tag of the dust bag worries me it may be a fake because it says "'100% cotton" only. Do older dust bags made in Spain not contain the "Made in India" part?? The date code reads CA0096 - which is consistent with the country and the year of release, but without a receipt is hard to make sure the item is real. The item is Made in Spain.

Also, upon further inspection I noticed the LV on the front is aligned differently than another similar item The RealReal sold, so I wonder if one of these items is fake... and if it's mine.

I have 2 more days to return the item, so if any of you experts can help - given this item was a limited 2006 edition and it's really hard to find any LV pictures - I would be forever grateful!


Item Name: Louis Vuitton Monogram Groom Key Pouch
Link: https://www.therealreal.com/product...-vuitton-monogram-groom-key-pouch-xElEujifYuU
----> for reference here's a link to another item they sold which is the same, yet visually it has several differences from the way the luggage touches the LV, to the flower top left of the LV, to the left hand of the Groom...
Photos: (sorry they are a little spaced out due to TRR's cuts. a few extra images attached.)
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Hi everyone,
I finally made my 2nd LV purchase (only took me 7 years lol). It’s an Epi Twist MM in black that I got from Fashionphile. The listing is no longer on the website because I already purchased it but I wanted to post on here to get my bag authenticated as it’s my first purchase from them. Thanks in advance to you wonderful ladies!

PS the date code is impossible to get a good picture of but it is FL4108.
 

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Hi everyone,
I finally made my 2nd LV purchase (only took me 7 years lol). It’s an Epi Twist MM in black that I got from Fashionphile. The listing is no longer on the website because I already purchased it but I wanted to post on here to get my bag authenticated as it’s my first purchase from them. Thanks in advance to you wonderful ladies!

PS the date code is impossible to get a good picture of but it is FL4108.
And by the way if necessary I can post a picture of the order confirmation in my email as proof that I purchased from Fashionphile since the sale link is no longer available
 
Sorry, but we do not discuss details on any AT Threads, this is to prevent counterfeiter's trying to improve their Fake ones as they troll all the AT Threads on this Forum. :smile:

ETA: You also cannot teach someone about Vintage pieces, it comes with YEARS & YEARS of knowledge & knowing the Brand. I've being buying LV for over 34 years. I've also been authenticating on this Thread for over 6 years now & I still do not know ALL the Vintage pieces. There are some Vintage pieces I don't authenticate & other LV's items I don't authenticate either :smile:

got it.
Really appreciate your help to all the bag lovers!!!! truly
 
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Hi everyone! I am new to the forum and really happy to have found such a great site. I recently purchased this beautiful bag, but am not sure it is authentic. This is my first LV purchase, so I could really use your expertise. Your help is very much appreciated!!

Item Name
: Louis Vuitton Monogram Beverly GM Briefcase
Link: https://www.fashionphile.com/louis-vuitton-monogram-beverly-gm-briefcase-319189
Photos: http://s1160.photobucket.com/user/adgesan1/library/LV BEVERLY GM

Hello and welcome! :smile:

Missing: Item #: 319189

Missing required pics, pictures need to be taken in Natural Lighting UP Close Straight on Without Flash/Glare. :ty:

close up straight on non flash/glare LV Rivet engraving on Top handle anchors
close up straight on non flash/glare Clip engraving (way too much glare in your PB pics)
close up straight on non flash/glare inner pocket Zipper pull engraving
 
Hi there, I purchased this scarf and unsure if it’s real or should I file for return. It seems like it’s from a previous season.(see picture from LV site). Thanks!

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Logomania Rainbow Scarf
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Louis-Vuitton-Logomania-M70648-NOT-FOR-SALE-5c3b060aaa5719b3d426c904
Here are photos from the seller for easy access :smile:

Hello, :smile:

Please Read Post 1 @ Page 1 why some requests will not receive a response / reply. Thank you! :smile:
 
Hello, :smile:

Please Read Post 1 @ Page 1 why some requests will not receive a response / reply. Thank you! :smile:

Hi there, thanks for letting me know. After reading page 1, is it possible that my posting is not in the right format? If so, here it is again (if not, let me know I’ll be more than happy to fix it :) )

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Logomania Rainbow Scarf
Item Number: n/a ( from Poshmark )
Seller ID: rurufashion
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Louis-Vuitton-Logomania-M70648-NOT-FOR-SALE-5c3b060aaa5719b3d426c904

I’m really nervous about getting fakes thank you, thank you.
 
Hi there, thanks for letting me know. After reading page 1, is it possible that my posting is not in the right format? If so, here it is again (if not, let me know I’ll be more than happy to fix it :smile: )

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Logomania Rainbow Scarf
Item Number: n/a ( from Poshmark )
Seller ID: rurufashion
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Louis-Vuitton-Logomania-M70648-NOT-FOR-SALE-5c3b060aaa5719b3d426c904

I’m really nervous about getting fakes thank you, thank you.
All of your posts are for authentication requests, they prefer to help members who post in other areas of the forum. Please participate in other areas of the forum if you would like help or you may use a professional authenticating service. The authenticator also does not authenticate scarves/shawls. Thanks.
 
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