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[natjyl]

Asking for someone not on TPF, purchased via a reseller so can't return. It's the large pochette from MPA world tour set.
I've seen some MPA with similar issues but not as bad as this. Just wanting to know if there's anything that can be done for it, purchased a organiser but that hasn't helped either.
Thanks all

 

[Sunshine mama]

Asking for someone not on TPF, purchased via a reseller so can't return. It's the large pochette from MPA world tour set.
I've seen some MPA with similar issues but not as bad as this. Just wanting to know if there's anything that can be done for it, purchased a organiser but that hasn't helped either.
Thanks all

I would like to know also.
I had gotten a mini pochette with a bottom like this, but I returned mine as it wouldn't straighten. I placed mine stuffed in the hot sun thinking it may"iron" it out but it didn't help.
Hope there's a solution for this, as I currently see a lot of pieces like this unfortunately.

 

[natjyl]

I would like to know also.
I had gotten a mini pochette with a bottom like this, but I returned mine as it wouldn't straighten. I placed mine stuffed in the hot sun thinking it may"iron" it out but it didn't help.
Hope there's a solution for this, as I currently see a lot of pieces like this unfortunately.

I was also thinking the same RE the sun good to know that it probably wouldn't work on this one either. That's great you got to return! Not even sure if it's repairable if it was brought into the store.

 

[castortroy666]

Asking for someone not on TPF, purchased via a reseller so can't return. It's the large pochette from MPA world tour set.
I've seen some MPA with similar issues but not as bad as this. Just wanting to know if there's anything that can be done for it, purchased a organiser but that hasn't helped either.
Thanks all

Have you tried to stuff it with something heavy, and let it stand on a table? Its not structured it can be crooked like that, and just as easily reshaped if you stuff it and give it some days.

 

[Alebeth]

Hi! I am new to LV and would appreciate all of your expertise. I was very excited to get my first speedy bandouliere 30 in the monogram print. However, there are bumps or ridges along both sides of the zipper corresponding to the layering of the materials sewn. Also the zipper is a little off center and there are a lot of little wrinkles on one handle. It’s the ridges that bother me the most. I have never seen it in photos so I was wondering if this is normal? Thinking about returning. Thanks so much for your help!

 

[castortroy666]

Hi! I am new to LV and would appreciate all of your expertise. I was very excited to get my first speedy bandouliere 30 in the monogram print. However, there are bumps or ridges along both sides of the zipper corresponding to the layering of the materials sewn. Also the zipper is a little off center and there are a lot of little wrinkles on one handle. It’s the ridges that bother me the most. I have never seen it in photos so I was wondering if this is normal? Thinking about returning. Thanks so much for your help!View attachment 5170760View attachment 5170761View attachment 5170762View attachment 5170763View attachment 5170764

The bump on the canvas is just the leather tabs on the inside of the interior. If your bag have pockets on the inside, you will get this "bumps" They all look like this. Its almost impossible to avoid these wrinkles, many speedys have them on the leather stripes on the sides of the bag, which I think is worse. On my speedys and Keepalls, almsot all of them have one or both handles with wrinkles. Even if you buy a bag with a smooth handle, they can wrinkle very easily. The good thing it is not very visible under there. The zipper is almost perfect sewn onto the bag, I would keep it personally. Why risk a zipper that is even more crooked, or have a bag with more wrinkles on the side stripes. Yours looks very nice, good canvas print as well. Many speedys these days have these faded weak monogram prints which I dont like.

Im a picky buyer myself, and have gone through 5-10 of the same bags, before choosing one. I have learned that they all have a couple of flaws. These bags are never 100 % perfect even if its LV and its expensive. An issue/fault could be a stitch, the glazing, piping or something else. If you find a bag thats 95% perfect like yours, you have a very good bag.

 

[Alebeth]

The bump on the canvas is just the leather tabs on the inside of the interior. If your bag have pockets on the inside, you will get this "bumps" They all look like this. Its almost impossible to avoid these wrinkles, many speedys have them on the leather stripes on the sides of the bag, which I think is worse. On my speedys and Keepalls, almsot all of them have one or both handles with wrinkles. Even if you buy a bag with a smooth handle, they can wrinkle very easily. The good thing it is not very visible under there. The zipper is almost perfect sewn onto the bag, I would keep it personally. Why risk a zipper that is even more crooked, or have a bag with more wrinkles on the side stripes. Yours looks very nice, good canvas print as well. Many speedys these days have these faded weak monogram prints which I dont like.

Im a picky buyer myself, and have gone through 5-10 of the same bags, before choosing one. I have learned that they all have a couple of flaws. These bags are never 100 % perfect even if its LV and its expensive. An issue/fault could be a stitch, the glazing, piping or something else. If you find a bag thats 95% perfect like yours, you have a very good bag.

Hi! Thanks so much for reply and expertise! I really appreciate your detailed response. It gives me a lot of reassurance. The zipper and mild wrinkles in the handle and side leather strip(I discovered it after I originally posted) I can pretty easily accept. I guess the bumps where the handle tabs and pocket are sewn in are just so pronounced. The bumps are less obvious on other side of the zipper. May I ask if you would know if the bumps will recede over time with use? I took some other photos with the bag inflated. Thanks SO MUCH again!

 

[castortroy666]

Hi! Thanks so much for reply and expertise! I really appreciate your detailed response. It gives me a lot of reassurance. The zipper and mild wrinkles in the handle and side leather strip(I discovered it after I originally posted) I can pretty easily accept. I guess the bumps where the handle tabs and pocket are sewn in are just so pronounced. The bumps are less obvious on other side of the zipper. May I ask if you would know if the bumps will recede over time with use? I took some other photos with the bag inflated. Thanks SO MUCH again!
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Im glad I could help! Its a really good looking bag! Its leather from a dead animal so sometimes it have spots and marks on it, I have even seen dents in the leather and wrinkles from top to bottom. The bumps you see in the canvas will not go away, thats how every single bag looks like. I have bought 3 speedys, they all have the "bumps"

In the Louis Vuitton Keepall forum, people ask about the exact same thing. The keepall also have this bumps where the inside pocket goes along. Many people think something is wrong there as well, but this is just a sign of a proper authentic Louis Vuitton bag. Its just how the craftsmanship looks like. I have it on my keepall 55 I bought last week as well, as all my older bags also have.

You should just use and enjoy your bag. When you are not using it, just put a big pillow in it, and creases and folds in the canvas will be less visible as well.

 

[Alebeth]

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[Alebeth]

Im glad I could help! Its a really good looking bag! Its leather from a dead animal so sometimes it have spots and marks on it, I have even seen dents in the leather and wrinkles from top to bottom. The bumps you see in the canvas will not go away, thats how every single bag looks like. I have bought 3 speedys, they all have the "bumps"

In the Louis Vuitton Keepall forum, people ask about the exact same thing. The keepall also have this bumps where the inside pocket goes along. Many people think something is wrong there as well, but this is just a sign of a proper authentic Louis Vuitton bag. Its just how the craftsmanship looks like. I have it on my keepall 55 I bought last week as well, as all my older bags also have.

You should just use and enjoy your bag. When you are not using it, just put a big pillow in it, and creases and folds in the canvas will be less visible as well.

Thanks so much again! I am so grateful for your feedback. I don't want to be over picky nor under picky, so really appreciate your knowledge. And you sound like you have the most amazing LV collection! Thanks again!

 

[castortroy666]

Thanks so much again! I am so grateful for your feedback. I don't want to be over picky nor under picky, so really appreciate your knowledge. And you sound like you have the most amazing LV collection! Thanks again!

Your welcome Its good to be picky, because LV is expensive, but then accept minor "issues", that some people would not even notice at all. Often you are the only person that actually can see the "flaw" Then its time to stop worrying and love the bag.

I have been collecting for many years now, I have bought everything from key holders to big luggage pieces. I love every piece with or without flaws They all will get a scratch as well with use, but you just need to love that as well LOL

 

[Alebeth]

Your welcome Its good to be picky, because LV is expensive, but then accept minor "issues", that some people would not even notice at all. Often you are the only person that actually can see the "flaw" Then its time to stop worrying and love the bag.

I have been collecting for many years now, I have bought everything from key holders to big luggage pieces. I love every piece with or without flaws They all will get a scratch as well with use, but you just need to love that as well LOL

Yes, I am in full agreement with you! We need to expect minor imperfections as each piece is unique.

Congratulations on your amazing collection! What a dream!

Again, my profuse thanks for all of your expertise and sound advice! Best wishes!

 

[veeslvoeforvuitton]

Hi everyone. I received my Key Pouch in DA today and was just wondering if the glazing looks normal. Thank you in advance!

 

[castortroy666]

Hi everyone. I received my Key Pouch in DA today and was just wondering if the glazing looks normal. Thank you in advance!View attachment 5175616

Its a little rough on the right side. the azur is white, so all imperfections become more visible. Some bubbles and dents are normal, but it would bother me. Try to take it to the store and compare with others, or order a new one on the website within the 30 days, compare the two and then decide. Its nothing wrong with it, but a little sloppy with the glazing

 

[veeslvoeforvuitton]

Its a little rough on the right side. the azur is white, so all imperfections become more visible. Some bubbles and dents are normal, but it would bother me. Try to take it to the store and compare with others, or order a new one on the website within the 30 days, compare the two and then decide. Its nothing wrong with it, but a little sloppy with the glazing

Thank you for your response! It’s apparently been discontinued but it did pop up online the other day and I was able to order it. I don’t mind as it looks perfect to me, but I just wasn’t sure if this glazing will have issues down the road. I think I’ll leave it unused & try ordering a new one and see which is better.