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

[karman]

It has finally arrived! Thank to those on here who encouraged me that DA can be a bit carefree and reassures me on color transfer.

quick question- bag was made 11th week of 2020 and the sides are uneven as far as the squares matching up. Should I be concerned as it is not in the past few weeks and the alignment??

I remember when there was less obsession with date codes. A bag made last month, last year doesn’t make it inferior to one made last week, nor does it mean there’s anything wrong with the bag. I recently was looking through old threads and people simply called getting a bag with last year’s date code “interesting”.

Please just enjoy your purchase.

 

[fyn72]

I remember when there was less obsession with date codes. A bag made last month, last year doesn’t make it inferior to one made last week, nor does it mean there’s anything wrong with the bag. I recently was looking through old threads and people simply called getting a bag with last year’s date code “interesting”.

Please just enjoy your purchase.

Yess! That's right! I bought my Pochette Metis at the end of March 2020, and the date code is December 2019. I was very surprised as this is a popular item but certainly didn't think there was something wrong with it. Still had the stickers on the hardware.

 

[gwytiu]

Hi!

After a few weeks of hunting down the Palm Springs Mini in monogram, I finally was able to get my hands on one!

After some inspection, I noticed that the top of the bag puckers up and it does not feel smooth when I run my fingers over it. I also noticed that the stitching on the right side of the bag is uneven when compared to the left.

I am currently talking to my SA and she has forwarded my pictures to their quality experts. If it turns out they I am unable to exchange for a new one, do you think it’s bad enough that I should just return it?

Thanks!

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I would definitely return it if I were you. The top bulge is concerning while the stitching on the edge is not something I'd expect from an authentic LV. You paid so much, so you deserve a better-made item.

 

[misskposs]

I would definitely return it if I were you. The top bulge is concerning while the stitching on the edge is not something I'd expect from an authentic LV. You paid so much, so you deserve a better-made item.

Thanks everybody for your input! I’m just so disappointed since it was such a hard bag to get. I had to stalk the website for weeks.

Hopefully I will hear back from my SA soon to see if I am able to get my hands on a better one and exchange this one.

 

[littleblackbag]

I remember when there was less obsession with date codes. A bag made last month, last year doesn’t make it inferior to one made last week, nor does it mean there’s anything wrong with the bag. I recently was looking through old threads and people simply called getting a bag with last year’s date code “interesting”.

Please just enjoy your purchase.

It really bugs me that people are obsessed with date codes. They are bags, not food, they don't go off!

 

[lilimcn]

I remember when there was less obsession with date codes. A bag made last month, last year doesn’t make it inferior to one made last week, nor does it mean there’s anything wrong with the bag. I recently was looking through old threads and people simply called getting a bag with last year’s date code “interesting”.

Please just enjoy your purchase.

I’m new to the purse world but never heard of this obsession, what is it about? Or is there a thread about it? Curious!

 

[ChanelCanuck]

I’m new to the purse world but never heard of this obsession, what is it about? Or is there a thread about it? Curious!

I guess people think the "fresher" the bag, the better, and they assume a bag that was made more than several weeks or months ago must have had some defects or been a floor model or a return. Sometimes I kind of nerd out in awe when the turnaround from factory to my store/mailbox is just a few weeks, but in general, an "old" (not fresh) code never bothers me!

 

[JY1217]

If LV would sell me a Supreme or Murakami now, I don't are if thats made in 2017 or 2002, I would snatch it right away!
Enjoy your bags LV lovers！

 

[Elliebill14]

Hi wonder if anyone could give me advice. Just received my first LV wallet, the clemence and straight away I noticed issues with it. As I’ve not seen one in person I do not know if these are normal or it’s poor craftsmanship. Could someone let me know about these issues and if it’s normal or not?

1. very stiff zip. Have to tug to close zip. Definitely not buttery

2. the shape around the zip either side is different. One side seems normal rectangular shape, the other has curves/ dents either side so shape seems off to me

3. where the zip is there is a dent.
I’ll insert pictures below. Any advice would really be greatly appreciated as I saved hard for this item

 

[karman]

Hi wonder if anyone could give me advice. Just received my first LV wallet, the clemence and straight away I noticed issues with it. As I’ve not seen one in person I do not know if these are normal or it’s poor craftsmanship. Could someone let me know about these issues and if it’s normal or not?

1. very stiff zip. Have to tug to close zip. Definitely not buttery

2. the shape around the zip either side is different. One side seems normal rectangular shape, the other has curves/ dents either side so shape seems off to me

3. where the zip is there is a dent.
I’ll insert pictures below. Any advice would really be greatly appreciated as I saved hard for this item

Try rubbing wax paper all over on the zip. I’ve done this for bags with stiff zippers to help them run smoothly. As for 2 and 3 I don’t see what you’re describing.

 

[kikiii_24]

Just received my Palm Springs Mini and noticed the stitching is off on the front right side of the bag. I’m thinking this is not how it should be.

Thoughts? Should I call CS and ask for an exchange?

 

[lovepp]

I recently acquired this zippy coin purse from a Youtuber that I follow. It is second hand. She said she only used it twice. I completely trust her and have no doubt that this is real.

When I received the item, the first thing that had caught my attention was the crooked bad stitching. It is on the lilac background and I just can't ignore it.

What do you think about this and the quality of LV items recently? I have always been a fan of LV but this experience (along with the issue with the Escale cardholder) makes me sad.

The Escale cardholder that I got had some dark dots on it. I ordered it directly from the LV website. Thankfully I was able to wipe them off with baby wipes. Not completely off but you wouldn't notice unless you look really carefully.



These recent shopping experiences really left a bad taste in my mouth. I probably will stop buying LV items until I feel comfortable again.

Have you experienced any similar issues? Any thoughts or opinions are greatly appreciated.

 

[bigverne28]

Quality of some new LV pieces are questionable. I don’t think the zippy purse stitching is that bad and not much you can do if you’ve bought from a reseller unless they accept returns.

The cardholder is not noticeable, but if not satisfied I would return which is what I did with my Escale Victorine wallet as the snap closure was not centred. It took 3 purchases of the wallet before I was happy!

 

[Elena S]

I got these two vachetta straps for my Pochette Accessories to choose from. The non-adjustable one is a bit too long for me, so I decided to keep the adjustable one. But then I noticed that its hardware color is much more yellow gold then the Pochette’s while the non-adjustable one’s hardware matches the Pochette perfectly!

Those of you having the adjustable strap, is it also more on the yellow side or is it only mine? Does it bother you if it doesn’t match the hardware of the bag you’re using it with?

 

[Elena S]

I also find the lower loop on the adjustable strap quite loose (easy to slide it up and down the strap). Is it normal or will it just start falling down with time?