Louis Vuitton bags: a guide for you to buy yours

The Louis Vuitton brand is well known for its clothes and especially for its accessories. The brand’s bags are one of the most desired fashion items among women all over the world. Many of its models have become classics and are part of the wardrobe of many fashionistas and fashionistas.

The history of the Louis Vuitton brand is linked to the production of handbags and bags. Its founder, Louis Vuitton, was one of the most famous manufacturers of the garment in the mid-19th century.

His most notorious feat, and which makes the brand acclaimed until today for its accessories, was the suitability of the shape of the bags for ship trips, being considered the creator of modern luggage. Before Louis Vuitton, suitcases were trunk-shaped and took up a lot of space on trips.

Some brand numbers show all its might. According to Forbes magazine, which specializes in business and economics, Louis Vuitton is the most valuable fashion brand in the world and is among the 20 most powerful brands in the world. Much of this success comes from sales of bags and suitcases, considered the flagship of Louis Vuitton.

7 classic and ultra desired models of Louis Vuitton bag

There are several models of handbags produced by Louis Vuitton. Each season, the brand launches new collections with pieces that women desire. However, some models are already classic and are in all collections of the brand that always maintains the pattern, changing only the print, color or material.

Among the most famous prints are the brand’s monogram, which are the “L” and “V” intersecting together with the Louis Vuitton symbol, and the so-called damier, which is the brand’s checkered print. Bags typically appear in light brown to dark brown, but beige and blue checkers are also common.

To purchase its classic and original Louis Vuitton bag, the brand has its Brazilian e-commerce. For those who like to see the piece live before buying it, Louis Vuitton has four physical stores in Brazil: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília and Curitiba. The price of a Louis Vuitton bag is around R$ 5,000 and, for those who are not thinking of spending that money, an alternative is to rent it at stores like Bobags.

If you want to buy, but are still in doubt about which model to choose, below are the seven most classic and desired models of the brand, so you can get to know each of the bags better and know which best suits your style:

1. Neverfull

The bag “that is never full”, translation of the model name, is one of the best-selling accessories by Louis Vuitton. It is dedicated to women who like big bags to carry everything they can in them. Because it is a classic model, it can be used by women of all ages and with the most varied styles. There are three sizes available and there is also a variety of colors, being able to have the traditional prints or be plain colored. Prices range from R$4,400 to R$7,350.

2. Speedy

Another model very loved by women is the Speedy. The bag is perfect for those looking for practicality, as its sizes suit the needs of all women. The Speedy can be a very small bag, in the Speedy nano model, but it can also be perfect for those who like to carry a lot, the Speedy 40. There is a good variety of prints and materials, offering the ideal bag for your style. Prices are between R$ 2,710 (in the nano model) and R$ 10,400.

3. Soul

The Alma model is perfect for those who like stylish and structured bags. The Alma bag is one of the favorites among celebrities, being the darling of singer Rihanna. There are five sizes ranging from the nano model to the largest, GM. This is one of the bags that offer the most variety in material and color, with monogram, damier, plain and other prints that vary depending on the collection. For those who want to buy, there are bags from R$3,700 to R$62,500.

4. Keepall

The Keepall bag is the biggest among the most popular models and, as its name says, it fits everything. Perfect for quick trips, it’s also a great choice for modern women who leave the house with no time to return and with several different appointments on their agenda. You can either make it your main bag, or you can just use it to carry what you can use during the day. You can find Keepall in four sizes and different materials and colors. Prices range from R$4,900 to R$20,200.

5. Noah

Noé is the Louis Vuitton bag made for those who like to be modern and youthful. Perfect to be carried on the shoulder, this model combines with more casual styles and for those who like to be in fashion. The bag style bag is ideal for everyday life and for those who want to have a differentiated Louis Vuitton bag. There are three sizes that range from the very small nano model to the classic NM, which is a medium size. You can also find models with the famous monograms and also the brand’s colorful bags. To get this scholarship, you can spend from R$2,710 to R$8,100.

6. Saumur

For those who like a small bag and carry the Louis Vuitton logo, without a doubt the Saumur is the ideal bag. With only one model available in Brazilian e-commerce, the Saumur model also brings a touch of joviality, and can be carried across or on the shoulder. It’s the bag made for you to go out to a more informal evening event, like a club or a bar or also for those who don’t like to carry weight during the day. The price is R$ 5,550.

7. Chain Louise

The last bag on the list is the one that carries the most charm and is the most suitable for that special event. The Chain Louise model features the Louis Vuitton logo in gold, making the bag more sophisticated. The bag does not have the classic prints of the brand, such as the monogram and the damier. The most traditional is plain, varying in colors, but there is also an option for those who like leather like snakeskin. All the sophistication leaves the bag with the most expensive price, starting at R$ 7,650 and having models up to R$ 54,000.

10 facts about Louis Vuitton bags

No wonder Louis Vuitton bags are loved by women. Its history, quality and timelessness are factors that make Louis Vuitton bags the most remembered and renowned in the world. Some curiosities about the brand and the bags help to understand why this importance.

1. Louis Vuitton, before becoming famous for its modern bags, made traveling trunks for the wife of Napoleon, the French Emperor.
2. The Louis Vuitton brand had, for some time, exclusive use of damier (checkered) in its bags. Since 1998, the brand was the only one that could use its traditional plaid colors, however, in 2015, a European judge decided to break the exclusivity.
3. Louis Vuitton bags are one of the most counterfeited in the world. The brand spends around €15 million annually to prevent fakes. She has already won two major lawsuits: one against Ebay and one against Singga Enterprises.
4. For those who don’t know, Louis Vuitton bags are waterproof and fireproof, reasons that guarantee their high price and quality.
5. Another reason that justifies their quality is the durability of the bags. Before being marketed, they undergo several tests that ensure that it remains impeccable for many years.
6. One more reason that proves the quality of Louis Vuitton bags is that they are handmade and take about a week to be ready.
7. If you are waiting for the next promotion of the brand to buy your bag, forget it. The brand does not give discounts on its products.
8. In addition to not putting the bags in the promotion, whenever there is a change of collection, bags that were not sold go back to the factory and are destroyed. This is one of the measures for the brand to maintain its exclusivity and also its high prices.
9. The most luxurious boutique of the brand is located in Paris, more precisely on the Champs-Elysées. The store even has a terrace where you can see the Eiffel Tower.
10. Bags and suitcases are the brand’s main products, but Louis Vuitton also sells clothing, accessories, such as scarves, wallets, and all kinds of jewelry, as well as pens and notebooks, all with the brand’s monogram.

Replica: How to tell if an LV bag is fake

Louis Vuitton bags are one of the most counterfeited in the world. The brand invests millions of euros annually to protect its assets and prevent counterfeiting. However, it is still very common to find fake Louis Vuitton bags being sold as if they were real.

About 99% of Louis Vuitton bags sold worldwide are fake. So, if you want to own a bag, the probability of finding a counterfeit is quite high. However, there are some ways to prevent and guarantee an original Louis Vuitton. The first tip is to go straight to a Louis Vuitton store or an authorized dealer. On the brand’s website you will find the addresses of the physical stores and the possibility to buy online.

Another tip is to always prefer to buy in physical stores than in virtual stores. Often, just feeling the Louis Vuitton bag it is possible to perceive its veracity or not. Pay special attention to the material, noting that many of the original Louis Vuitton bags are not leather but canvas covered in leather. If the bag you want is leather, look at the quality of it. The original bags have a dry leather and in no way have an oily, sticky or slippery material.

The Louis Vuitton brand works on every detail of the bag. Therefore, checking that the stitching is perfect can also help to differentiate an original Louis Vuitton from a fake one. The originals never make the stitching go through the middle of their logo, for example. Louis Vuitton bags also never have loose or back-and-forth threads at the end of the seam.

Lining is another important detail that can help detect fakes. Compare the original Louis Vuitton bag lining with the one you are evaluating. Compare color, finish and make sure it’s the same as the original. If it only looks like it, it is already a reason to doubt the originality of the piece. Likewise, compare the inside pockets and see if there is an equal amount as the original. Any different detail can be reason for the bag to be fake.

The manufacturing location also helps to detect a counterfeit. Most Louis Vuitton bags are made in France. However, some special editions may come from other countries, such as Spain. Try to observe this detail on the original and compare it with the bag you intend to buy. Any spelling error is an indication of forgery, even if it is more difficult to happen in replicas similar to the original.

Remembering that Louis Vuitton bags are not discounted and do not extend collections beyond the season. So, if you see a branded bag at a huge discount, or that wish bag launched last year, be wary. They may even be original, but they are probably second-hand. So, always pay attention to the details and the quality of the product, try to compare to the original ones and don’t look for big discounts. If the bag…