Lets talk Lanvin
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A friend recently purchased a beautiful Lanvin tote, and after inspecting it (we're close friends), I noticed the label inside didn't have "Made in Italy" under the Lanvin logo. Since I recently had read about Givenchy and Prada having somewhat hidden labels showing where their bags were made, I began to look further into this tote. I eventually found the "made in" tag in the zippered compartment on a small piece of black leather (making it difficult to read against the black Lanvin lining). But the bag was made in Spain. I also noticed that Barneys had some Lanvin bag descriptions stating that the bag was made in Italy and others had no statement as to where the bag was made.
Do any other Lanvin owners have bags made in other locations than Italy? And does it affect how much you are willing to pay for the bag depending on where it was made? (My thoughts being that if it is cheaper for them to produce it somewhere else, the price should be less for the consumer). Any thoughts?
My Lanvin bag says Made in Italy. IDK if they have other factories as well.
^^Thanks Lily. All of mine are made in Italy. My friend's is made in Spain. It was purchased at BG, so we aren't really worried about authenticity (hope we don't have to be :wondering). It just got me wondering where all of them were made. I have found some shoes "made in spain" and this tote. Now I'm wondering where all of their bags are made--just Italy and Spain? Or are they produced other places too? I kind of hate to see the "made in" line be removed from the main label and be somewhat more hidden....I hope Lanvin isn't moving in that direction like some other brands have.
If you look through the thread--or try a search maybe--there are some pictures of people modelling the Amalia tote and I think some hanging on a door knob. That might give you some idea of how slouchy it is. I think they are all the large size. I haven't seen the small one in person. Hopefully, someone who's owned one a long time can answer your questions, but in the meantime, you could take a look at the pictures and read the previous discussion.
As long as the production stays within EU I'm happy with the product, because I can explain the high prices. If they move the production in PRC and keep the prices I will walk away. I have nothing against PRC products, but I don't like it when they keep the same high prices (or proceed to price increases) for products that cost a small fraction of the retail price... Seems unfair kwim?
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I agree completely, Lily. That is exactly why I asked others to check where their bags were made. For some other brands, it seems that a move out of producing in Italy to slightly less expensive areas preceded their move to producing in the PRC. And then of course, when they keep the price the same or even raise it, I have absolutely no interest in paying that kind of a mark-up.
I do have to admit my friend was a little disappointed that her bag was made in Spain (NOT that their is anything wrong with Spanish-made products, I own many and bought them because they were quality goods). But I guess it's just old-school nostalgia of bags made in Italy or France. Spain was still obviously acceptable to her because she kept it--lol.
I agree completely, Lily. That is exactly why I asked others to check where their bags were made. For some other brands, it seems that a move out of producing in Italy to slightly less expensive areas preceded their move to producing in the PRC. And then of course, when they keep the price the same or even raise it, I have absolutely no interest in paying that kind of a mark-up.
I do have to admit my friend was a little disappointed that her bag was made in Spain (NOT that their is anything wrong with Spanish-made products, I own many and bought them because they were quality goods). But I guess it's just old-school nostalgia of bags made in Italy or France. Spain was still obviously acceptable to her because she kept it--lol.
I understand her completely. I feel the same way. I was happy that my bag was made in Italy, if anything it is a reassurance of the quality. Still the retail price is steep. There are many Italian brands of comparable quality with lower prices.
I understand her completely. I feel the same way. I was happy that my bag was made in Italy, if anything it is a reassurance of the quality. Still the retail price is steep. There are many Italian brands of comparable quality with lower prices.[/QUOTE]
Yes, with the ridiculous prices of some of the designer bags, it's getting harder to justify buying them even if I love the design. They're being mass-produced in quantites greater than ever before and the quality is going down, price is going up--I bet you can find some gorgeous lesser-known Italian bags for a fraction of the cost of "premium designers."
I think my friend only kept the bag, despite the price and it being made in Spain instead of Italy, because she did get a discount, AND really loved the seasonal design. Since it was made in Spain, it made me realize I'll have to look for the "made in" label on Lanvin bags I'm considering in the future--which makes shopping online a little difficult.
The coloring on your bag is tdf, btw. So pretty. Glad it's made in Italy.
Does anyone know any good resources for past season Lanvins? I just fell in love with the navy velvet Happy Sac and I want it to be my first Lanvin.
I know velvet isn't practical, but isn't it just too sexy to resist?
So if anyone knows good resources for past seasons I should stalk besides FarFetch and Ann's Fabulous Finds I would really appreciate it!
I know velvet isn't practical, but isn't it just too sexy to resist?
So if anyone knows good resources for past seasons I should stalk besides FarFetch and Ann's Fabulous Finds I would really appreciate it!
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As far as I now all the Happys have this hind of horn/bone closure so it is a Happy large wrinkled leather shoulder bag. I guess.
I really think it's too rectangular to be a Happy, also Happys don't fold in on the sides like this one. And the clasp looks more like the Teacher Pouchette than a Happy bag. I'd dismissed that possibility. Was I wrong?
try bluefly.com...i've seen that exact bag appear on there a couple of times, totally random and totally out of the blue, though you almost have to stalk the site - they update daily around 6AM! Sometimes the bags will appear and literally be sold within 30 minutes. GL!