METIS COATED CANVAS 2019... DULL

[scarlettamandawise]

Hi everyone,
I wanted to share my experience and see if anyone else has gone through something similar.

I recently purchased a 2019 Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis (Monogram Canvas). When I received it, I immediately noticed that the canvas looked muted, almost dull compared to my other Louis Vuitton pieces. I have an older Alma, and its canvas looks noticeably richer and more vibrant. The contrast between the two is pretty striking.

I did a lot of research and even reached out to some resellers and LV lovers, and I’ve seen people mention that certain years (around 2018–2019) sometimes had canvas batches that appeared more muted or less saturated. Some say it’s just the natural variation, others hint that quality may have slightly changed in those years.

Here’s a bit of background on how I got it:

It’s a 2019 Metis with the date code SD** (Made in USA)

I bought it preloved from a reputable reseller

Condition is excellent, but the canvas just doesn’t have that boldness I expected

I’ve even seen newer Métis bags in stores, and they seem richer in tone


Now I’m torn. I love the bag, but I can’t stop comparing it to the brighter canvas on my other pieces. I’m wondering:

Is this just a normal variation?

Did anyone else get a Métis that feels a little flat in color?

Does the canvas darken or patina over time like vachetta does? Or is this the "final" look?


I also thought about trying to brighten it up (gently, of course) but I don’t want to damage it.

Would love to hear from anyone who has had the same issue or who has kept a more muted canvas and grown to love it! ❤️

Thank you so much for reading!

 

[BULL]

If you felt the need to ask this question multiple times just today on the forum, then I don't think you're sure about the bag. I'd return it.
Canvas prints vary, also the photos are not good enough quality for us to tell you if the previous owner also tried some magic treatment or not, that might have damaged the upper layer. Some people spray these bags unnecessarily with all kinds of stuff, you can never be sure unless you buy it from the store brand new.
Also it would not be ethical if we tried to convince you here, since you look very unsure. This bothers you and will bother you no matter what we say. It will always be the dull bag. I'd try to find a new one if I were you.