iOffer Bags, Lushfashions.com, etc. #3 (Please read the rules in post #1)

[arisaa]

I bought this fake limited edition mirage speedy and everywhere I went the sales people from high end stores would rave about it and ask to touch it. I went into the lv store and the sales person took out like 6 bags from the back room for me to see (all over $2000) because I believe that the authentic mirage speedy was over $2000 as well. So if you are thinking of buying a speedy maybe you consider this one.

 

[lucy92]

CrazyC, please dont forget to list a source for your image per our Community Rules.

 

[crystal7]

Olive oil? It's not a leg of lamb, dahling......try something a little lighter. You can get an actual oil for leather like Neatsfoot Oil Compound from a shoe repair shop or something. I have used that and light mineral oil in the past. Just make sure you let it dry between applications. If you do a search in one of the two previous iOffer threads you will find lots of information to speed up the patina for LV vachetta. Don't forget the trim, too!

Shellybean- you are so funny what was I thinking? well I guess I do as l'm told lucky I didn't use olive oil and rub it with garlic as for leg of lamb , thank you I will go to the shoe repair guy and get something that is made for leather

 

[CrazyC]

Oh Pic was from ioffer
I can't see the picture ARISAA

Thanks Pink

Hmm garlic, olive oil Makes me want spaghetti

 

[eeboston]

Shelleybean-thank you, l'm going with speedy 30, I think shes charging 120. I'm getting the monogram for now, then later l'll get the damier ( I don't know what it's called the cream and grey checkered one) I figure that's more of a summer bag , thanks again for helping oh by the way, she told me to get the patina started I should use olive oil, would you recommend that as well?

120 for a mono speedy???? Many of the other sellers mentioned in this thread have that bag for about half that

 

[shopaholic48]

coco109 thanks for the info! but I dont think it will pass as chagtaine, does your chagtaine have a purplish/reddish base to it? From fangfang's picture it seems like there is a slight purplish/reddish tone.

I totally need a brown bag!!!

wow! look at this work from fangfang on ioffer, it actually looks good right? what do you ladies think? even the handles look good.. what do you think of the leat


shopaholic48: This color is Balenciaga Chataigne or Chestnut color.
It is beautiful as I own the club in this color. It is a true chocolate brown.

 

[shelleybean]

You see how the structure is off ...?

I'm sorry, I'm not seeing it.
First of all, that is an ebay listing, are any of us here 100% certain that is even an authentic bag?
The bag on the left is obviously slightly tilted backwards as it is on a stand of some sort. The rep posted is sitting on a soft-looking duvet which is causing it to sink into the bed and look like there is less space between the bottom of the bag and the flap when the turnlock closure is. The bag on the left is most likely stuffed for photography purposes. I don't know if the bag on the right is. The bag on the right appears that the two rings where the strap goes through is closer to the front of the bag than on the bag pictured on the left of the screen. Again, I think this is due to the positioning in the photograph. From the back I see no difference other than the fact that one or both bags may or may not be stuffed to encourage a better aesthetic. The pocket placement is the same, the number of "diamond" stitches is the same both vertically and horizontally, both sides.
I know I've said this before, but I just see a gorgeous bag on someone. Fake or not. Would I have the cojones to walk into Chanel with it? Probably not, but again, my concern generally is not with other people's bags, I'm too busy checking out how freakin' hot I am in the store windows!

 

[CrazyC]

I'm too busy checking out how freakin' hot I am in the store windows![/QUOTE]

HA HA HA HA

 

[shelleybean]

120 for a mono speedy???? Many of the other sellers mentioned in this thread have that bag for about half that

Yes Crystal7, what eeboston said above. $120? No no no no. Joy from Fabaaa has it for half that! If you are looking for mono LV, she's great as some ladies here will attest. You should be able to figure out her site from this post. She has some good items on "Clearance" right now.

 

[chelsea2901]

I paidsomewhere around 50 bucks plus $35 shipping from ioffer years ago and my speedy is perfect. Real patina and the bag is still intact and in very good condition.

$120 seems excessive, even with shipping. Can you make a lower offer including shipping??

 

[crystal7]

thank you so much Shellybean!!!!!!!, I was about to go pay like sheep to slaughter wow its amazing that fangfang wants double the price, but are these 2 bags identical?, I mean they look the same but is one a bit better quality then the other ? is there any difference? thanks so much for saving me again

 

[xooey]

danger mouse, your Black RH City definitely does not look rubbish. It looks just like the auth I have seen in photos (TPF) and on the streets. But since it's wearing out like you said, go for the batch with thick leather.

baby_yorkie, did you get the Framboise FC with GSH? I am tempted to get this colour combo too, but in the Envelope Clutch style. I hope you'll get it soon!

babybluestar, you're welcome! Are you waiting for any FC from T&D too?

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Regarding the patina on LV bags ... I won't worry too much about this. I have an auth LV monogram bag, bought a couple of years ago and the handles have hardly any hint of patina on them because I don't use it often. I've had a friend ask if my bag's auth, since there is no patina on it. So seriously, the common man (or woman) on the street probably can't tell the auth apart from the rep anyway and if it's a good quality rep (as in no warped stitching and everything's generally well aligned), no one can tell the diff.

 

[sunspark]

Yes, I've had some terrible Bals too. But I got an auth black Day in the mail today with the most amazing slinky, silky, smooshy leather. I think it is the Holy Grail.

sunspark - i beg to differ. in the past, i have had dry, plastic-y auth bals with the worst leather ever. seriously, a banana republic bag would have better leather. t&d's are just as luxurious as the real thing, i assure you. t&d's issues are in the details of the bag (the zipper pull, the seams, the wax finish on the trim), but they vary from bag to bag.

 

[arisaa]

I'm sorry, I'm not seeing it.
First of all, that is an ebay listing, are any of us here 100% certain that is even an authentic bag?
The bag on the left is obviously slightly tilted backwards as it is on a stand of some sort. The rep posted is sitting on a soft-looking duvet which is causing it to sink into the bed and look like there is less space between the bottom of the bag and the flap when the turnlock closure is. The bag on the left is most likely stuffed for photography purposes. I don't know if the bag on the right is. The bag on the right appears that the two rings where the strap goes through is closer to the front of the bag than on the bag pictured on the left of the screen. Again, I think this is due to the positioning in the photograph. From the back I see no difference other than the fact that one or both bags may or may not be stuffed to encourage a better aesthetic. The pocket placement is the same, the number of "diamond" stitches is the same both vertically and horizontally, both sides.
I know I've said this before, but I just see a gorgeous bag on someone. Fake or not. Would I have the cojones to walk into Chanel with it? Probably not, but again, my concern generally is not with other people's bags, I'm too busy checking out how freakin' hot I am in the store windows!

You mean the bag sank an inch into the duvet....?? Anyways I'm just "concerned with other people's bags" because I don't want any girl to walk around with a really fake looking bag... just trying to be helpful I mean I wouldn't want everyone to think of me as the girl with the fake chanel.

 

[baby_yorkie]

You see how the structure is off ...?

from cloudyblue's pics, i saw 2 identical bags

 

[shelleybean]

sunspark: congrats on your Day. Didn't you get something from this last round of bags from T&D?
crystal7: yeah, the bags are the same. They actually only cost about $30, but the "7 star replica" companies with the fancy websites that charge $300 for a chanel flap or $150 for a Speedy 30 want you to think they are better somehow. Now they are better than a cheap plastic piece of crap mind you, but those aren't the kind of reps we carry/suggest here. They probably get their stuff from people like Jacky & Catty etc. and turn around and sell them for 3-4 times what they paid for them.
cloudyblue: could you please post a picture of your bag on a clear resin stand and put it on a hard surface and stuff the bag so we can have a better comparison picture? Thanks!

 

[xooey]

I have received my orders from Catty. I'd bought:

- LV Damier Neverfull MM (my sister's order)
- LV Damier Neverfull PM (for myself)
- LV Vernis French Purse in Violette (to top up for free shipping)

The NF MM is really great. From what I can see, there is no flaw to it and it is almost perfect (I use 'almost' because well, it is still a rep afterall). My sister is very happy with her order and is using it daily.

The NF PM is not so great. The handles are warped, most likely due to shipping. I still can't get them to stand up stiffly or at least straighten up. One side of the bag has a crease across it, as the bag was folded flat during shipping. It's not very visible now that the bag's in use, but I can still see it from certain angles. Did anyone here buy the same item from Catty and have the same problem?

The Vernis French Purse in Violette is no good at all. I can see visible flaws on the perimeter of the purse. I will not be using it.

But I give two thumbs-up for Catty's service. She is very prompt in replying emails and patient too. Shipping was fast and a tracking number was given to me a day after I'd made payment.

Photos to come later.

Sorry, forgot to add that the dust bags (for all 3 items) and the box (for the wallet) are totally off. So are the little cards that came with each item. Just in case anyone cares for that.

 

[sanitizedfashion]

I noticed the structural difference as well and no matter how minute, would drive me crazy. So, today I'm starting the new vintage Chanel bag fund, because what I gather is that I will most likely be unhappy with what I get if it isn't very similar to my authentic ones. I think I'm going to go with a Coco duffle, Diego, or Nightengale for now.

 

[baby_yorkie]

LV speedy is replicated a lot so i would say it's most perfect rep. however, it's also how lucky u are to get the more perfect one. for example, i would be bugged to death if the handles on mine are too long, little bit longer is find, but too long...heck...
though i heard only good feedback about our regular suppliers (mentioned above), so you shouldnt worry much
depends on how many things u carry everyday. i find the speedy 25 is PERFECT for me (though im using a balenciaga Weekender as everyday,lol). and if u like stuffing ur bag, or let it being roomy and sag (u have an option to buy the speedy base)

 

[baby_yorkie]

I noticed the structural difference as well and no matter how minute, would drive me crazy. So, today I'm starting the new vintage Chanel bag fund, because what I gather is that I will most likely be unhappy with what I get if it isn't as similar to my authentic. I think I'm going to go with a Coco duffle, Diego, or Nightengale for now.

good for u. i think u are much better than my sister, who wants to buy reps but look for super small details, such as.....tassels...why are they too wrinkly, why are they longer/shorter, why are they thicker...
i told her, just go to the store. not mean to disrepect, but that save time, brain-cells and actually same more money if u end up with a rep that u are not happy about.