I should clarify my on line purchases were made at saks. Only once did I purchase a wallet directly from Gucci on line. Have also bought in person at Gucci store inside saks. No boxes given unless of course it was shoes
To be honest, i don't mind the change. I'm glad that the overall quality of the bag is great because everytime i've purchased from YSL, the bag rips completely. Not what you expect when you spend that kind of money.