It was a special collaboration between Louis Vuitton and artist Takashi Murakami, inspired by bright summer tropical colors. This is why the LV monogram on the bag is rainbow colored. It is easily one of Louis Vuitton's most eye-catching designs of all time.
You can also find it in other colors like graphite. Many women choose to carry the Damier print bags because they make a more subtle statement than the logo-covered monogram, but the material itself is the same.
The Damier bags make for great everyday-carry bags, however it is important to note that the Damier Azur will show scuffs and scratches more easily due to its white overlay. While Louis Vuitton monogram canvas is known to be near-indestructible, the vernis is much more fragile and susceptible to scratches and scuffs. Pictured: Monogram patent vernis Keepall Vernis allows for exciting colors, such as this example in Blue Lagoon.
LV leather has a distinctive scent as well, and should never smell of any chemicals like many counterfeits often do. This material is relatively durable compared to leathers of other designers, but it will not stand up to the elements as well as the monogram canvas. Pictured: Monogram Empreinte is a classy way to make a statement. You should be able to see and smell the luxury and quality exuded by this lovely material.
Another feature Louis Vuitton keeps consistent among all of its handbags is the stamping. Be sure to take a very close look at the font shape, spacing and the quality of the stamp itself, because this is one thing counterfeiters very often get wrong. The first thing you should notice is the style of the letters. The stitching around the stamp should also be clean and consistent: loose threads, uneven stitches or an asymmetrical stamp are all red flags of a fake handbag.
If there is an obvious, noticeable gap between the L and O, this is a red flag. The L and O are very close together on authentic LV stamps.
If it appears shifted too far from the center line between the V and U, this is likely a fake. Caution: Style of letters are an easy give away when it comes to counterfeiting.
Pictured: Two examples of authentic Louis Vuitton interior stamping. On the left is a vintage example, so some patina and wear on the stamped leather label is normal. Note the mustard yellow color of the stitching, as well as the slight angle of each stitch. On the right you will see a modern example, but what stands out the most is that even on the vintage example, the stamped letters are just as clear and crisp as on the modern one - a testament to authentic Louis Vuitton stamp quality.
Use these pictures as a reference point: all authentic LV stamps, should look like this. Since the s Louis Vuitton began using a proprietary date code system to detail where and when its handbags were made. Chanel uses a sequence of numbers for date code, and this works as a serial number and can be used in the authentication process. Hermes uses a letter within a shape to determine the year the bag was made.
Louis Vuitton uses a combination of letters and numbers to determine the location and the precise time the bag was made - down to the week of the year! On most Louis Vuitton bags, you will find the two letter code either followed or preceded by four numbers. One of the ways that people attempt to authenticate a Louis Vuitton product is through the country of manufacture. There are about 4, different production plants throughout the world for the production of LV products, but they are distributed throughout only a handful of selected countries.
Where are Louis Vuitton bags made? The answer might surprise you. This is where the young Vuitton opened his business in He was an apprentice trunk and box maker at the age of As he gained proficiency in his craft, he founded the Louis Vuitton Malletier.
This was the beginning of the famous brand. He expanded his trunk and travel crate business to include new and highly stylized models. By the year , the Louis Vuitton brand introduced the Keepall Speedy which was the first bag in its inventory.
In the years to come, smaller versions of the bag were introduced offering the Speedy as the first-ever handbag from the company. This was manufactured in Paris, France. The Alma was created in for Coco Chanel but she later granted permission for a public release of the model in Don't be fooled by extras.
Counterfeiters also counterfeit dust bags, receipts, gift boxes, authenticity cards, packaging, and care booklets. Adding these extras does not guarantee authenticity. Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0. Search the Internet for photos of fakes versus photos of the real thing.
Get an idea of what a fake looks like in comparison to a real Louis Vuitton purse. Do a Google search for Louis Vuitton "country codes". And then the four digit numbers are the date stamp. Submit a Tip All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published. Related wikiHows How to. How to. More References 6. About This Article. Co-authored by:. Co-authors: Updated: November 2, Categories: Bags. Article Summary X With so many skillfully made fakes on the market, it can be hard to tell a fake Louis Vuitton purse from the real deal.
Deutsch: Falsche Louis Vuitton Taschen erkennen. Nederlands: Een nep Louis Vuitton tas herkennen. Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 2,, times. As I am in the resale retail consignment business, I need to know these things as best as I can. This helped me to educate myself, the info is very helpful! More reader stories Hide reader stories. Did this article help you?
Cookies make wikiHow better. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our cookie policy. Shellie Osborne Sep Martha A. Jun 1, That clearly was upsetting and no help at all. However, these tips helped a lot! I now know what to look for when I go home to check! My fingers are crossed lol. I'm not too worried about if it is fake or real because I never use the bag anyway, but just knowing is always good.
Alessandra Bugatti Jun 14, I knew some of the things to look for real or fake, but reading this article made me see how important it is to look for so many other factors, truly eye opening. Anonymous May 25, They covered any and all areas that could be an indication that the bag is not real. I made notes and hope that I will recognize a authentic bag more easily With the known overcrowding that plagues Chinese capitals, it should be a welcome reprieve for tourists. Other than Yiwu, jewelry is also plenty in Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
In all efforts to minimize costs and maximize profits, the effects and measures in place trickle down to the staff members of these factories. It is in their terms of employment that you are paid only for what you have produced and that any missed day of work constitutes a missed income.
Commissions are paid out based on the number of sales done and this gives most employees a boost of confidence, morale, and the satisfactory feeling of having achieved something.
Their building constructions and interpretations of jewelry have continued to be marveled upon. Putting together a garment or accessory should be easy because the principles are much the same. It is because of this attention to detail that keeps China-made products among the best in the market.
They can make orders with a projection in mind to allow for the goods to arrive within a set time frame. Yes, they are of high quality. This is because the two countries and specifically the companies entering into a contract with each other have some terms and conditions that must be adhered to. Louis Vuitton must give specific directions in terms of materials and stitching patterns and designs they expect.
The Chinese take on the task to select these materials if not already provided and to effectively and efficiently produce the same quality bag or purse as the first production. The finished product has to be tested and approved by Louis Vuitton standards and this ensures the authenticity of each product. According to the official website of the Louis Vuitton brand, their products are not made in China at all.
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