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#11,266
BULL said:
Maybe we are just getting older, I don't know. I did perfectly get why a one-off collab with Supreme would resonate with all the hypebeasts. But now we get something extreme every few months. Maybe I wouldn't mind it that much if the classic, permanent products would get some love too from the company, but I really don't feel that. Some key pieces simply disappear, there are 2-3 Taïga and Épi colours left for men (blacks and dark blues everywhere).
I am so curious how this business model works for them. I mean really. Because obviously most of the revenue still comes from the oceans of Speedies and Neverfulls and canvas SLGs they sell. Virgil's stuff can still be profitable, but I really would love to know if it is. Those super rare plastic Keepalls for example were available online for sooooooo long.
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I agree with what you said 100%. No love for the permanent line and if this is the trajectory Louis Vuitton is going to be leading, I will be taking my money to Hermes or Dior. I will always treasure my Murakami, Mark Jacobs and Kim Jones items.
 
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What do you guys think of the new Josh backpack? Currently it’s only in Monogram Macassar on the US site, but will surely be added in Damier Graphite like the original. I think it looks like it may fit less because it’s not as boxy on top as the original but would need to see it in person to pass judgement. 3F816AC2-7EFA-4CD3-AD05-81F8DE1EC89C.png
 
#11,268
Madrye28 said:
What do you guys think of the new Josh backpack? Currently it’s only in Monogram Macassar on the US site, but will surely be added in Damier Graphite like the original. I think it looks like it may fit less because it’s not as boxy on top as the original but would need to see it in person to pass judgement. View attachment 4821566
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I just had my CA order this bag for me since when I received The Dean Backpack it was HUGE. I have not seen that bag in person yet but will keep everyone updated once I receive it. I will also let everyone know and if my MacBook Pro 13 fits nicely in the bag since online it only says iPad pocket. Hopefully I will have the bag by the weekend.
 
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#11,269
Manolo said:
I just had my CA order this bag for me since when I received The Dean Backpack it was HUGE. I have not seen that bag in person yet but will keep everyone updated once I receive it. I will also let everyone know and if my MacBook Pro 13 fits nicely in the bag since online it only says iPad pocket. Hopefully I will have the bag by the weekend.
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ooo. Congrats on the purchase and do keep us updated! I’m interested in it as well. I really like the new shape!
 
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#11,272
Madrye28 said:
What do you guys think of the new Josh backpack? Currently it’s only in Monogram Macassar on the US site, but will surely be added in Damier Graphite like the original. I think it looks like it may fit less because it’s not as boxy on top as the original but would need to see it in person to pass judgement. View attachment 4821566
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This new silhouette look more Aline with Gucci and MCM redesigned classic stark backpacks. I’m not sure if I like or hate it. but it sad LV ditching the burgundy color lining.
 
#11,273
BleuSaphir said:
This new silhouette look more Aline with Gucci and MCM redesigned classic stark backpacks. I’m not sure if I like or hate it. but it sad LV ditching the burgundy color lining.
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I agree. I liked the burgundy lining on Macassar pieces. I own the Original Josh in Graphite and think I prefer it over the new piece. The new piece looks like less pieces of canvas, less structure, less piping, cheaper to make, But I’ll wait for final judgement until I get into the boutique and see it in person.
 
#11,277
SpacetimeDripples said:
Thoughts on it? Rarity?
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All seasonal LV pieces are "rare" until we realize that they come up with desirable collections each and every season. Selling these seasonal collections on the preowned market means lower prices than the "classic", non-seasonal versions.

I learned my lesson.
 
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#11,278
BULL said:
Maybe we are just getting older, I don't know. I did perfectly get why a one-off collab with Supreme would resonate with all the hypebeasts. But now we get something extreme every few months. Maybe I wouldn't mind it that much if the classic, permanent products would get some love too from the company, but I really don't feel that. Some key pieces simply disappear, there are 2-3 Taïga and Épi colours left for men (blacks and dark blues everywhere).
I am so curious how this business model works for them. I mean really. Because obviously most of the revenue still comes from the oceans of Speedies and Neverfulls and canvas SLGs they sell. Virgil's stuff can still be profitable, but I really would love to know if it is. Those super rare plastic Keepalls for example were available online for sooooooo long.
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I totally agree with you. They seem to be producing items that will look good to post on Instagram. I really prefer to buy items that do not look too flashy or ridiculous.
 
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