Thanks for your input on this! Must have been wonderful to receive such a great item!
I just hope I'll be as lucky as you. Still deciding on this
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Thanks for your input on this! Must have been wonderful to receive such a great item!
I just hope I'll be as lucky as you. Still deciding on this
I've read this thread from the beginning but it was some time ago. And I don't remember that anyone would have mentioned it. But, have any of you, who has bought bags (etc.) from elady authenticated them some where, ever? By authenticator (live or via photos) or in a shop (like Louis Vuitton)? Or do you just have theirs and purseforums word? 
thinking about buying really much but wondering about possible re-selling possibility in future if needed and in that case, the absolute sertainty of authenticity. Of course I want the items to be authentic also for just me but maybe if I want to sell and buy something else I would have to authenticate it somewhere and it would be a shame (in every meaning of the word) if it turns out not to be.
Really hoping to here someones thoughts/experiences about the subject!
thinking about buying really much but wondering about possible re-selling possibility in future if needed and in that case, the absolute sertainty of authenticity. Of course I want the items to be authentic also for just me but maybe if I want to sell and buy something else I would have to authenticate it somewhere and it would be a shame (in every meaning of the word) if it turns out not to be. Really hoping to here someones thoughts/experiences about the subject!
^^ I have all my pre-love items (including what I've purchased from eLady) authenticated on this forum AND by my SA at my local boutique (he's the repair specialist for the store). I'm awaiting my 2nd eLady purchase, and it was significantly more expensive (empreinte) than I would normally pay for an international item, but I plan to do the same as I've always done. Hope that helps.
I wonder, how much is the return shipping approximately? Obviously, it depends on where you live, but I'm thinking now that I live in Finland, would I still lose a lot of money if I returned the bag? I found a new bag that I love at ELady but I'm just feeling so supercautious right now...
Oh, I fell into the rabits hole while waiting your answers. Elady posted many new items on her official website and I just couldn't resist. And with the first buyers discount code I bought THREE items 
Now I just hope they don't go to customs (but I did consider that buying and still it is SO cheap ). I will inform you when my package arrives how it was. I bough one BC item with risk, because that kind of item normally is way more expensive. But from the photos it didn't even look so bad. And they mentioned a smell (I've understanded that many times when it is mentioned, there is almost nothing, but sometimes it really smells, but I've read already many very good trips of getting rid of the smell so let's hope it works.. ).
And I think I will authenticate them maybe here and use Carol Diva or Meme's treasure (I've used her once in the past). And if I get a chance, I'll take at least one of them to official LV store!
And Sissi_ Don't know the cost either, but I think it would be easy to calculate on the posti.fi when you know the country you're sending and if you can guess the weight (or size) of the package. But the bad thing in returning is, or so I've understanded, if you had to pay the customs you won't get that back.
Now I just hope they don't go to customs (but I did consider that buying and still it is SO cheap ). I will inform you when my package arrives how it was. I bough one BC item with risk, because that kind of item normally is way more expensive. But from the photos it didn't even look so bad. And they mentioned a smell (I've understanded that many times when it is mentioned, there is almost nothing, but sometimes it really smells, but I've read already many very good trips of getting rid of the smell so let's hope it works.. ).And I think I will authenticate them maybe here and use Carol Diva or Meme's treasure (I've used her once in the past). And if I get a chance, I'll take at least one of them to official LV store!
And Sissi_ Don't know the cost either, but I think it would be easy to calculate on the posti.fi when you know the country you're sending and if you can guess the weight (or size) of the package. But the bad thing in returning is, or so I've understanded, if you had to pay the customs you won't get that back.
Oh, I fell into the rabits hole while waiting your answers. Elady posted many new items on her official website and I just couldn't resist. And with the first buyers discount code I bought THREE items
And I think I will authenticate them maybe here and use Carol Diva or Meme's treasure (I've used her once in the past). And if I get a chance, I'll take at least one of them to official LV store!
And Sissi_ Don't know the cost either, but I think it would be easy to calculate on the posti.fi when you know the country you're sending and if you can guess the weight (or size) of the package. But the bad thing in returning is, or so I've understanded, if you had to pay the customs you won't get that back.
I had not even thought about the customs, hmm..I calculated that it's about 100 euros for a 400 euro bag, but as you said, it's so cheap that since the same bag is 600-700 euros in Europe, you still save money.
I was looking at the tulli.fi pages and from there I understood that you do get the customs back if you return the bag..hmm...but definitely not sure.
Amazing, that you ordered, can't wait to hear what you think! How fast should the items come? What did you order?
They sent the package on the same day I ordered and said it takes approxinately a week. Oh that's great to hear that I could get the customs back. I haven't read the pages And like I said, the custom is a russian roulette. I just got a little item from Japan by post and the cost was over the minimum amount for customs and it came straight to me, no custom fees! I bought a pochette style bag, little bit bigger bag in epi and a medium size monogram style bag
And like I said, the custom is a russian roulette. I just got a little item from Japan by post and the cost was over the minimum amount for customs and it came straight to me, no custom fees! I bought a pochette style bag, little bit bigger bag in epi and a medium size monogram style bag Yes, exactly, it's 50/50 if they pick it up.Let's hope for the best! I can't wait to see what you ordered, hope you will post them here and show usThey sent the package on the same day I ordered and said it takes approxinately a week. Oh that's great to hear that I could get the customs back. I haven't read the pages
Well, I just thought I should chime in on this thread as I also have an A+++++ experience with elady. I was very curious about this company and wanted to know if the savings were worth it so I ordered an azur pochette NM bcse I didn't own anything in that print and figured I wouldn't be out too much money if the whole experience went bad.
1. Shipping
Lightning fast. Bag shipped out Monday and showed up today Thursday from Japan to Texas 😧
2. Price
I said 30% on this purchase with 1st purchase coupon, free shipping and no customs fees ( very lucky)
Now the best for last
3. Condition
The pochette was rated "A" which is third to NEW and EXCELLENT but I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the dustag. It lookes like it was barely used and sat in storage. No scuffs or marks. Zipper looks new; unnoticeable scratches on ring where strap attaches ( metal to metal contact). The inside looks brand new and It even had the textile card inside the pocket. The leather strap and zipper end have turned a slight pink like when patina process is barely starting. I have attached pictures to compare with brand new mini pochette.
Overall it is in like new condition and this will definitely not be my last purchase from elady specially if they send coupons to subscribers from time to time😍
I wanted to point out though that most bags on the lv category fall under B rating and I find it a little too broad. If u are purchasing an item in that category, go though the pictures very carefully to make sure you can see all the flaws. To me some bags look better than others even though they fall under the same category.
The only downside I can see is if you prefer a certain texture. For example matte vs shiney; more golden vs brown color, etc...Canvas differs from bag to bag and if you have a strong preference than it is something to consider.
Hope this helps. Lmk if you have any questions
1. Shipping
Lightning fast. Bag shipped out Monday and showed up today Thursday from Japan to Texas 😧
2. Price
I said 30% on this purchase with 1st purchase coupon, free shipping and no customs fees ( very lucky)
Now the best for last
3. Condition
The pochette was rated "A" which is third to NEW and EXCELLENT but I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the dustag. It lookes like it was barely used and sat in storage. No scuffs or marks. Zipper looks new; unnoticeable scratches on ring where strap attaches ( metal to metal contact). The inside looks brand new and It even had the textile card inside the pocket. The leather strap and zipper end have turned a slight pink like when patina process is barely starting. I have attached pictures to compare with brand new mini pochette.
Overall it is in like new condition and this will definitely not be my last purchase from elady specially if they send coupons to subscribers from time to time😍
I wanted to point out though that most bags on the lv category fall under B rating and I find it a little too broad. If u are purchasing an item in that category, go though the pictures very carefully to make sure you can see all the flaws. To me some bags look better than others even though they fall under the same category.
The only downside I can see is if you prefer a certain texture. For example matte vs shiney; more golden vs brown color, etc...Canvas differs from bag to bag and if you have a strong preference than it is something to consider.
Hope this helps. Lmk if you have any questions
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Thank you very much for sharing your experience. Now I'm little bit more confident waiting on my purchase. I don't think it is going to make it here for christmas but maybe right after it
Yes, you really explained it all perfectly, better than I could have. Great purchase.