I absolutely think LVs are investments - maybe not in returning my $$$ per say - because I plan to use them for years and years vs. spending less money on other brands but buying them more frequently
i think it is very silly to buy a bag in the hopes of making a little profit in the future. buy it because you love it and will use it. the "investment" is the number of years you, and probably your heirs, enjoy it.
Yes, because the value keeps appreciating. Even if I sell my Azur Speedy 5 years from now, which I bought for $595, I may be able to break even or slightly profit due to price increases. I like having my money where I can see it!!