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Hi !
I just got a PM in black empreinte, it was delivered this morning and I immediately began wearing it.
I was in first place shocked its smell... God it smells like chemicals, certainly not leather (my 12 year old épi Speedy still smells sooo good).
Hadn't I bought it at LV, it would make me question its authenticity.
It should disappear within a few days.
My quick question is I cannot find the date code; where is it ?
Thank you for your help.
(I edited the post because I found an answer about my question on the clasp)
LV now includes a chip inside the bag for authentication purposes and no longer does date codes. :)
 
If it was me, it wouldn't bother me but if it really bugs you then try for an exchange. Hopefully they will have one in store for you to compare.
Thank you. I ended up returning. I noticed the right bottom corner was done really poorly. Waiting on a new one. I really want to start using this purse. I wish my local store would get some in so I could just go in and compare. Online ordering does not seem to be the way to go. Thanks again for you insight. :)
 
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New to this LV world. Decided to get the PM and stalked the Internet. Finally received this morning. Is this normal or should I return??
Just checked website and reverse monogram is in stock right now!
 

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New to this LV world. Decided to get the PM and stalked the Internet. Finally received this morning. Is this normal or should I return??
Just checked website and reverse monogram is in stock right now!
I’ve learned that there is no such a thing as a perfect Pochette Métis. I have 4 PM’s and they all have flaws but they are not defects. We all can express our opinion if it’s normal or not but you are the one who will use the bag, you are the one who needs to determine if you are okay with the bag. My mono PM had the same corners. After I started using the bag the corners got smoother. Maybe try to order another one and keep the one that you think is perfect.
 
I’ve learned that there is no such a thing as a perfect Pochette Métis. I have 4 PM’s and they all have flaws but they are not defects. We all can express our opinion if it’s normal or not but you are the one who will use the bag, you are the one who needs to determine if you are okay with the bag. My mono PM had the same corners. After I started using the bag the corners got smoother. Maybe try to order another one and keep the one that you think is perfect.

You are right, I suppose all of the talk about the quality makes you look closer into all of the details. More concerned about the flap not being even. Also the corners at the bottom look flat and feel soft?

I am going to return, and hope I can get another one sometime in the near future! I am just not okay and it will bother me. We are closing on a house soon so unfortunately I won’t be able to make that purchase so close to closing! Super bummed thank you for taking the time to answer!
 

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You are right, I suppose all of the talk about the quality makes you look closer into all of the details. More concerned about the flap not being even. Also the corners at the bottom look flat and feel soft?

I am going to return, and hope I can get another one sometime in the near future! I am just not okay and it will bother me. We are closing on a house soon so unfortunately I won’t be able to make that purchase so close to closing! Super bummed thank you for taking the time to answer!
Congratulations on the new house. It’s so exciting!!! I will take a picture of mine when I get home so you can compare to yours
 
Would it be excessive to have 3 PMs?! I have Reverse and Rose Poudre, but now I want Empreinte noir. It’s my most used bag (along with my PSM). What’s a girl to do?

Trust me, 3 is not excessive. Those who know me, please do not laugh! :angel: (If you do the search, you will find a photo of my PM collection and you definitely won't feel bad about your 3 PMs). Enjoy your beauties! They all look perfect! :flowers:
 
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