How do other people react to your love for LV?

[Mcandy]

I dont usually like people paying attention to my bag followed by the question "how much did you buy it?". Thats why I chose the DE over the mono. The only time I asked people to look at my bag is when they notice a big pimple in my face and I say " hey look at my bag instead its LV" lol

 

[Mcandy]

Hi Sonmi999,
I understand your feeling on this. NO one in my family, nor at work, carries an LV bag. Some comments are annoying;e.g, "Oh, yet another Louis bag!" "What is THAT?" "Oh, you're the BAG Lady, hehehe".
Well, yes and no. I love my bags and enjoy choosing my bag for the week, taking them out of the dust bag, etc.
So I will just let the comments roll off and continuing loving my bags.
My dream is to go to a LV store, try on different bags, and purchase one from an SA. In the future...
Warm regards,
California53

It was my dream too and Im glad its one of my dream that came true. I just experienced this twice and the experience was equally great! I was so happy then. Right now, ill try to venture on the preowned market to save some money. Im trying to buy the bags I wish to have while I still have no kids because once I do, its all about them. My friends too are not into high end bags and are more into coach and mk and I dont think they believe that anyone would buy a thousand dollar bag or even exists. They find it rather ridiculous. Sometimes it makes me feel embarrassed. Hey, i dont spend on lavish vacations or cars. If They combine all their coach/ mk bags they would probably be able to buy an LV. Besides, i know they can afford it but they just chose not to. So its my choice where to spend my money right?

 

[x3ashley23x3]

I have always been sensitive about others judging me for my tastes in fashion and my love for shopping since most of my friends don't carry or wear designer goods. Over the years I've developed thicker skin and don't care as much because I work hard for my money and always try to keep my purses in pristine condition and take impeccably good care of them. I justify spending money on purses because no matter what size you are, no matter what happens over time, a purse will always fit! [emoji6] Especially if they are classic, timeless, quality pieces such as LV. In my opinion, one of my favorite parts of owning LVs is that I'm never interested in looking at other bags! I can walk by the purse sections in a breeze. It's nice knowing you have a purse that will last you forever and always be in style!

 

[pinky7]

Honestly, I could care less if anyone judges me especially strangers or acquaintances. I had one try to lecture me about the price and whatnot and honestly, I just zoned out the entire time she was talking to me. I'm going to do what's best for me and what benefits myself in the long run. Just my two cents

 

[L4lou]

Waves of guilt wash over me sometimes because my family, my husband and his family think I'm wasteful with money. They don't hold back telling me, either. I only have three bags- and sell old ones to help fund new bags. I do feel awkward carrying my bags around family until I remember a story a friend's cousin told me.
Her husband enjoyed golfing (including golf trips) with his guy friends and attended sporting events. Her husband complained that they have to watch their expenditures. Well, every time he did a fun guy thing, she took the same amount of money and put it in a money market account. I can't remember how long she did this, but one day she came home in a brand new Volvo. Her husband went nuts! Yelling they couldn't afford a new car. She told him she paid cash. His attitude changed and he said to her, "I can't believe we have a new car!" She said, "I have a new car. You had football tickets, golf games, and other things going on with your friends." And, it's still HER car!
People spend their $$$ on trips, sporting events, jewelry and all sorts of things. We like bags!
P.S.: Sometimes we can sell our bags at a profit, too.

LOVE this! Having only just pulled the trigger recently myself I can't really add much, but my family does not judge, they just say, "I hope you're saving some money too". Mum never thought luxury bag purchases were a thing she would achieve/attain but I have encouraged her and actually explained my reasoning and logic and converted her to the dark side.
I got her to put an amount of money aside that wouldn't dent her wallet, she realised how carefree this was and ended up purchasing LV before me and is saving for her next purchase! Either way we all spend the money on something, technology, clothes, jewellery, travel, cars etc etc. We simply choose to spend it on a luxury handbags. Most people who make these negative comments do it out of jealousy and inferiority complex. I say enjoy your purchases after all it's your hard work and money that bought them. When I bought my first LV and also bought something from Chanel & Gucci, the looks I got walking towards the carpark with the bags in my hand were horrifying, I almost second guessed myself. Then I thought what the heck, it's my money I spend it how I like as do others. Don't feel bad for liking luxury bags!

 

[Iluvhaute]

Funny this topic came up, as I am kind of dealing with this right now. My husband does not agree whatsoever with my designer purchases, whether it be my Louboutins, Jimmy Choo, Valentino etc, but for some reason my LV bags are the most hated.

He thinks it brings unwanted attention when we go out, and swears that I am the only person he knows that has multiple LV - never mind his best friend's wife that carries LV all the time.

To be honest it has soured my feeling for carrying designer bags, because I don't want to deal with his feelings about it. I still have some contemporary brands, Coach (I really like the new Coach collection. He'd most likely faint if he knew that Coach now has bags that are easily $500+), Michael Kors and even Dooney & Bourke. (I actually just bought 2 Dooney bags that look just like the Alma. I'd rather have the Alma but...^see above^).

We can certainly afford to buy the bags and other designer things, so that's not the issue. I actually am contemplating selling some of my bags because it's just not worth the hassle. Sigh.

 

[KM7029]

I dont usually like people paying attention to my bag followed by the question "how much did you buy it?". Thats why I chose the DE over the mono. The only time I asked people to look at my bag is when they notice a big pimple in my face and I say " hey look at my bag instead its LV" lol

I have also switched over to DE for this reason, it's more under the radar. I do still appreciate the LV mono bags though!

 

[Sonmi999]

Funny this topic came up, as I am kind of dealing with this right now. My husband does not agree whatsoever with my designer purchases, whether it be my Louboutins, Jimmy Choo, Valentino etc, but for some reason my LV bags are the most hated.

He thinks it brings unwanted attention when we go out, and swears that I am the only person he knows that has multiple LV - never mind his best friend's wife that carries LV all the time.

To be honest it has soured my feeling for carrying designer bags, because I don't want to deal with his feelings about it. I still have some contemporary brands, Coach (I really like the new Coach collection. He'd most likely faint if he knew that Coach now has bags that are easily $500+), Michael Kors and even Dooney & Bourke. (I actually just bought 2 Dooney bags that look just like the Alma. I'd rather have the Alma but...^see above^).

We can certainly afford to buy the bags and other designer things, so that's not the issue. I actually am contemplating selling some of my bags because it's just not worth the hassle. Sigh.

I am sincerely sorry for you. Have you tried to openly talk to your husband about this? Tell him how passionate you are about this and how much he hurts your feelings by acting this way? Maybe he doesn't know how deep it goes. He shouldn't say these things at all, there's no excuse, but maybe if he knows how unpleasant it is he'll stop or talk less about it.

 

[Tayyyraee]

Hi, everyone!

I'm wondering how do people close to you react to your love for luxury items in general and your love for Louis Vuitton in particular.
I'm having a bit of trouble on that matter. My boyfriend doesn't really judge me or anything, but my mother does and I don't have the guts to tell her the price of the things I buy. Most of my friends don't have a lot of money (and I also don't, I just saved a lot for my purchases) and I'm really embarrassed to go out with them wearing one of my LV handbags, especially the monogram ones -- and even with the damier ones I just keep hoping they won't notice it's LV.
Does anyone else experience this? This is annoying and embarrassing.

I don't think that you should be embarrassed to go out with your bags, you worked hard for them and should enjoy them! Personally if I spend a lot of money on something, then I want people to know what it is. I am a college student in AZ and my roommates last year thought I was just some rich girl from CA. I didn't care though bc people who are going to judge you like that don't deserve you anyways!! So flaunt those bags

 

[Tayyyraee]

my parents think its nutty but hey, my money and my life. They know I pay my bills and put away money for retirement. I'm super lucky at work, one of my female coworkers is bag crazy like me and the guys all grin and accept it. They all agree that everyone has their hobbies (photography equipment, etc in my group) and so when I have a new one they comment "Awww, another one?" but with a smile and that's it.

As for carrying your bags around your friends? To heck with them, carry them and enjoy them! Their possibly jealousy is not your issue at ALL! You do you and that's what matters!

Love this!! My boyfriend makes fun of me for being on TPF all the time and I just tell him "your into fishing blogs and mystery takle boxe subscriptions, while I'm into purses and makeup subscriptions" to each their own like you said

 

[gelbergirl]

I am serious about LV and the quality it represents.
When I tell people these bags last forever and then I tell them how old my Speedy or Chelsea or backpack is, they get serious too.

No judgements, no laughing.

 

[Mcandy]

I have also switched over to DE for this reason, it's more under the radar. I do still appreciate the LV mono bags though!

The monogram is the most recognized print of LV. I mingle with people who thinks that kate spade or coach or whatever are luxury enough and would probably raise their eyebrows when they see that I own an LV. I hate the comment that follows saying" I would never spend a thousand dollars over a bag". This will make me feel terrible spending on a bag while they worry about mortgage and stuff. I chose to purchase an Lv bag because I wanted to get own beautiful things while I still can because I intend to stop once I have kids. i find it more practical to own a bag that I know has a great resale value rather than spend on a 300 dollar bag which will not amount much. Besides, if i dont spend on a bag for a year thats equal to one LV bag already. my mom has a lot of mk and coach bag, if she combined everything she could have bought an LV bag already. Thats the logic of my hubby lol

 

[Mousy]

Because I'm afraid of the reactions, I never talk about my bags and I never wear monogram around family. I'm from a modest family that wouldn't understand. It doesn't matter that I'm on track to pay off my 15-year mortgage in less than 8 years or that all retirement accounts are maxed out every year. I suspect some family members already know, though. During Thanksgiving, one of my aunts - out of the blue - told me that it's good no one in our family is stupid enough to buy expensive handbags.

Oh my! We must be related. Your experience sounds like my Thanksgivings!
I feel for you!!!

 

[Mousy]

Funny this topic came up, as I am kind of dealing with this right now. My husband does not agree whatsoever with my designer purchases, whether it be my Louboutins, Jimmy Choo, Valentino etc, but for some reason my LV bags are the most hated.

He thinks it brings unwanted attention when we go out, and swears that I am the only person he knows that has multiple LV - never mind his best friend's wife that carries LV all the time.

To be honest it has soured my feeling for carrying designer bags, because I don't want to deal with his feelings about it. I still have some contemporary brands, Coach (I really like the new Coach collection. He'd most likely faint if he knew that Coach now has bags that are easily $500+), Michael Kors and even Dooney & Bourke. (I actually just bought 2 Dooney bags that look just like the Alma. I'd rather have the Alma but...^see above^).

We can certainly afford to buy the bags and other designer things, so that's not the issue. I actually am contemplating selling some of my bags because it's just not worth the hassle. Sigh.

Don't let your husband's attitude steal your joy. That almost happened to me.
My in laws were so bad with the little comments about my old DE Neverfull I used for everything, I felt awful. Before they saw my LV, my husband was clueless. After that Thanksgiving, my husband gave me a bad time.
I noticed my sis in law, my hubby's niece and his mom had multiple "inexpensive" bags. His niece showed me her 30 bags that averaged about $60-$70 each. Huh? At the time I had the one bag that cost about $600. Adding her bags up, she had spent about $2000.
I sometimes think people say things or act negatively towards other's purchases because they are jealous or don't have the same spending habits- but that is no reason to make anyone feel badly about what they've bought.
Enjoy your purchases. Enjoy your bags. Don't sell them unless the bad vibes are too much. Believe me, I know the feelings you have. Put your lesser/unused bags away for a little while and bring them out later. If you still want to sell them, keep the special bags and maybe piggy bank your $$$ until you feel good about buying again. You may also have buyer burnout.

 

[Iluvhaute]

Thanks! I agree with you. I've actually had fun using some of my contemporary designer bags, they are a bit more colorful since I tend to buy my designer bags in more basic colors. I agree with you though, the spirit in which I purchased my LV bags is what I will remember and that is how I will carry them, proudly!