"Is this Normal?" Ask about LV stitching, alignment, etc. here!

[Reamie]

Thats great A typical problem with these bags is the embossing, I would rather take a little uneven glazing than risk weak embossing. A strap can always be reglazed or just switched out, its worse with the bag itself. You should just enjoy it and love it

Thank you for the advice! Hopefully the white will wear off!

 

[castortroy666]

Thank you for the advice! Hopefully the white will wear off!

Your welcome! In my experience it always come off, some bags have it when you first get it, others get it after som days/weeks. But it always comes off after a while. I just look at it as extra protection while its there

 

[GG5]

I just ordered the Alma BB online and it arrived. I’ve wanted this bag forever! Although I’m usually not picky, I noticed that the zipper does not go all the way down on either side of the bag so a bit of the red inner lining is exposed on both sides. Is this a defect or is it normal / would you keep it??

 

[PMichelle]

Got lucky and finally scored a Felicie but upon unboxing/inspecting, noticed on the back, it appears there’s some sort of glue substance? Or maybe it’s just material defect? Any thoughts? Thinking if I should just keep since it’s on the back and so hard to find or if it’s worth returning and stalking again. anyone run into this? If so, any suggestions?

 

[castortroy666]

Got lucky and finally scored a Felicie but upon unboxing/inspecting, noticed on the back, it appears there’s some sort of glue substance? Or maybe it’s just material defect? Any thoughts? Thinking if I should just keep since it’s on the back and so hard to find or if it’s worth returning and stalking again. anyone run into this? If so, any suggestions?

First I would try some alcohol free baby wipes and see if it comes off

 

[castortroy666]

I just ordered the Alma BB online and it arrived. I’ve wanted this bag forever! Although I’m usually not picky, I noticed that the zipper does not go all the way down on either side of the bag so a bit of the red inner lining is exposed on both sides. Is this a defect or is it normal / would you keep it??

It looks totally normal. The zippers almost never goes completely down on any Louis Vuitton items. My zippers on my handbags, luggage and SLGs are just like yours

 

[PMichelle]

First I would try some alcohol free baby wipes and see if it comes off

Tried just now and didn’t work

 

[castortroy666]

Tried just now and didn’t work

It may be the canvas have rubbed off, or being affected by sanitizer, alcohol or some other strong liquid. It can also be a manufacturing issue, its hard to tell. I would def return it, and buy something else, and try to find the same bag another time.

 

[PMichelle]

It may be the canvas have rubbed off, or being affected by sanitizer, alcohol or some other strong liquid. It can also be a manufacturing issue, its hard to tell. I would def return it, and buy something else, and try to find the same bag another time.

Bummer! I texted CA so will see what she says. It’s brand new out of box so that sucks but will take back to store and hopefully they’ll have replacement

 

[castortroy666]

Bummer! I texted CA so will see what she says. It’s brand new out of box so that sucks but will take back to store and hopefully they’ll have replacement

Keep us updated, good luck

 

[PMichelle]

Bummer! I texted CA so will see what she says. It’s brand new out of box so that sucks but will take back to store and hopefully they’ll have replacement

Another question! I just got a text that they found Métis is reverse! Would the alignment of lock being slightly crooked be a deal breaker??

 

[castortroy666]

Another question! I just got a text that they found Métis is reverse! Would the alignment of lock being slightly crooked be a deal breaker??

Thats barely crooked, I would not consider that a deal breaker. If you look at pictures in the mochette petis thread, a lot of locks are way more off than that. The canvas looks nice as well, if the glazing is good, its a keeper in my eyes.

 

[PMichelle]

Thats barely crooked, I would not consider that a deal breaker. If you look at pictures in the mochette petis thread, a lot of locks are way more off than that. The canvas looks nice as well, if the glazing is good, its a keeper in my eyes.

Perfect! You’re so helpful, thank you so much!!

 

[castortroy666]

Perfect! You’re so helpful, thank you so much!!

Your welcome The bags looks beautiful, hope it works out!

 

[PMichelle]

Your welcome The bags looks beautiful, hope it works out!

I might just bite my tongue and keep the Felicie too! I’ve been in search of that bag for years! But let’s see what happens, thanks again! Greatly appreciate all your help!