+1. If I love that bag, it is not because of this tiny print. I just take which whichever model I fall in love with (ugh, falling in love with bags... Hm, you guys understand [emoji6]).
Preference for LV made in France/USA/Spain...??
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+1. If I love that bag, it is not because of this tiny print. I just take which whichever model I fall in love with (ugh, falling in love with bags... Hm, you guys understand [emoji6]).
So, I know this isn't a bag question, but has anyone ever seen fake LV sunglasses that are stamped "Hand Made in Italy"? I know that some LV sunglasses are actually made in Italy, but I was curious if anyone had seen someone try to pass off fakes stating they are made there? I should probably just have the ones I found authenticated by CarolDiva (if she even does sunglasses?), but I figured I'd get opinions here first!
I think from a resale POV, MIU will become more popular. As of now, the really good fakes are in MIF and some are MIS. When I see those, even with a receipt, I am honestly skeptical because of the ole' swoop and swap deal. If I were to see a MIU bag on the pre-loved market I do feel more confident that the bag is authentic.
Personally, I really don't care since a) I know they are authentic LV and b) as long as the quality is great. I buy my items directly from LV and never pre-loved for that reason.
Personally, I really don't care since a) I know they are authentic LV and b) as long as the quality is great. I buy my items directly from LV and never pre-loved for that reason.
Yup.... They hand make them in France, right? I wasn't so sure about Italy, though.
I do not like the tag in the seam on MIU, otherwise, I do not have an issue from whence the item originates. From a sentimental point of view, being LV is an old French atelier, and as a collector, I prefer MIF. But honestly, I have not detected a difference in quality MIF vs. MIS vs. MIU.
My concern is the day we see MIC, MII or a third world country imprinted on labels even though it is likely part of production is offshore already.
My concern is the day we see MIC, MII or a third world country imprinted on labels even though it is likely part of production is offshore already.
I have noticed, and I am sure someone can prove me wrong, but for th Speedy bags in DE, I have noticed that they are all made in USA? Me. along with about 6 other people I know who own one they are all made in USA? Maybe because we live in USA? Idk just a random thought...
If pre-loved MIF has higher resale, there's a bit of irony bc it's likely that a MIF or MIS bag was purchased for far less than a MIU one (when consider international prices and conversion rates).
MIF/MIS/MIU can be purchased in U.S, but outside of the States (where LV bags generally cost less), you're pretty much guaranteed to get MIF or MIS.
MIF/MIS/MIU can be purchased in U.S, but outside of the States (where LV bags generally cost less), you're pretty much guaranteed to get MIF or MIS.
I would probably still get in authenticated. I'm not sure if I've ever seen fake LV sunglasses. My sunnies bought at an LV boutique says hand Made in Italy.