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An authentic Louis Vuitton handbag shouts luxury and status like no other. The unfortunate truth is that due to its exclusivity, LV tops the list of highly counterfeited brands. Naturally, the best avenue is to purchase at a LV boutique or on the internet at www.golouisvuitton.com, the ONLY legit online retailer. However, if you are going to purchase via another avenue, here are some tips to help you avoid LV replicas. First, you will not find discount Louis Vuitton bags wholesale or at an outlet.

You will not find "cheap" LV; it holds its value and has a high resale value. No brand is more strict and consistent in its control and distribution. Because of this, heeding the above tips will keep you from making purchases you will regret.

As with any brand, know the bag you are buying; the internet offers a wealth of information. First, make sure the bag you are interested in is made by LV. Always study the components that make up a bag. Know how hardware should or should not be marked, and what type of lining it should have. If you are interested in a multicolore item, make sure LV produced that item in multicolore, etc etc. Counterfeiters do sometimes take liberties with bag designs, so doing your homework will always pay off.

There are many things to look for when searching for authentic Louis Vuitton bags. Always notice the monogramming. Most authentic bags will have symmetrical monogram placement. For instance, there will be the same amount of LV's on each side of a handle. Also, you usually won't find LV's disappearing into seams. I say usually, because perfect symmetry is not always possible on all styles of handbags. However, the monogramming should be even and level.

When you are inspecting a multicolore bag, make sure there are the proper 33 colors. Make sure there are no colors on the bag that shouldn't be there, and look for faded colors, as this is a sign of a fake. When looking at a photo on ebay for instance, picking up these details can be harder, so make sure to ask questions. For tips on buying LV on eBay click here. A common misconception regarding LV monogram is that a bag with upside down LV's is fake. This is not the case. Many authentic bags are comprised of one piece that runs front to back. This differs on vintage French Company pieces which many times had two pieces with a bottom seam.

Another aspect of a potential purchase to consider is the stitching. It goes with out saying that all stitching should be even and neat. Also, one should note stitching on similar bags will be consistent. A well known example of this is the tabs the handles attach to on a speedy have five stitches across the top.

A point of great controversy, regarding LV handbags is the use of date codes to prove/disprove authenticity. It should be noted that the presence of a date code should not be used to prove authenticity as counterfeiters have become wise to them. A warning bell should should go off in your head if you come across a bag that should have a date code, however, remember that code placement changes from year to year, and they can still be near impossible to locate even when you know the proper location- sometimes they are buried in or near seams. Louis Vuitton started using date codes in the early 80's, so you will not find them on earlier pieces. Overall, they are something to take into consideration, but not to be used as an end all judgment on an item. For more info on Louis Vuitton date codes click here. There is more good info regarding date codes here.

When purchasing a LV bag, make sure there are no hanging tags- LV bags never come with hang tags. Also, familiarize yourself with authentic dust bags, which usually simply have LV or Louis Vuitton on them. To check some fake and authentic Louis Vuitton dust bags click here. A good thing to look for when buying used Louis Vuitton is the darkening of the leather due to use. LV leather is untreated (which means water will stain) and will darken beautifully with use. If this is not apparent, be wary. Unfortunately, this does not help out buyers of new bags as it will most likely be to late for a return by the time you see your bag is not changing hue. But better to at least know.

It must be mentioned that vintage French Company bags do not follow the consistencies of most LV products. Zipper markings and hardware are different as well as embossing. A large point of confusion is the paper tags that came on The French Company bags. They are very fragile and easily damaged; many French Company bags no longer even have the tags attached, which raises a "false alarm" many times. Also, the leather is treated, making a different hue than the current Louis Vuitton bags with untreated leather that darkens naturally. For more info on The French Company click here. Hopefully this information will help you buy only authentic Louis Vuitton products. But as always, it is best to purchase through authorized dealers. For a Louis Vuitton biography click here.

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Pieces Nikiti Clutch Bag $9 Pieces Nikiti Clutch Bag Mock leather clutch bag by Pieces has a rectangular shape with a main zip compartment and inner zip pocket. This casual clutch features a distressed leather look to main. >Women’s Bag > Small cutch bag > Zip fastening > Approx: H: 5in, W: 8in > 100% PU > Wipe clean

Pieces Nikiti Shoulder Bag $32 Nikiti Shoulder Bag Soft, faux leather shoulder bag by Pieces featuring a main compartment with zip fastening and grab handle to top. This versatile bag has a stitched panel design with detachable shoulder strap. Womens Bags > Shoulder bag > Detachable shoulder strap > Soft faux leather >100% PU > Wipe down with a clean damp cloth

Pieces Nada Floral Clutch Bag $11.2 Nada Clutch Bag Quirky canvas clutch bag by Pieces with an all over contrasting floral print. The bag features a soft mock leather trim, zip fastening and a large inner compartment with multi pockets. Womens bag > Bold floral pattern > Zip fastening > Inner pockets > Wipe with a clean, damp cloth

Reese's Pieces Bag: 12 Count $34.95 Reese's Pieces Bag: 12 Count Reese's Pieces are a peanut butter-flavored candy. They are circular in shape, and covered in chocolate shells that are colored either yellow, orange, or brown. Each bag is approximately 7.4oz. FLAVOR: Milk Chocolate, Nuts; Peanut Butter

Designer Pieces of Chocolate Spills Out on a Chocolate Bag $39.99 Keenpress Designer Pieces of Chocolate Spills Out on a Chocolate Bag - Photographic Print

Pieces Natalie Cross Body Bag $19 Natalie Suede Cross Body Bag Stylish suede cross body bag by Pieces with a bold two tone knot design to the front. The bag features a long adjustable shoulder strap, zip fastening and a single inner compartment. Womens bag > Luxurious brushed suede > Two tone design > Zip fastening > Long adjustable strap > Approx W: 9 inches, H: 6.5 inches, D: 0.5 inches

Pieces Neala Cross Over Bag $12.6 Neala Cross Over Bag This stylish but functional bag has a long, cross body strap and prominent stitched design. A compact, versatile bag with contrast, gold clasp fastening and inner zip pocket. Womens Bags > Cross body design > Clasp fastening flap > Panelled flap with contrast trim > Inner zip pocket > 100% PU > Wipe clean

Absolute USA GRT02-20 2-Gauge Ring Terminal with 20 Pieces in 1 Bag $26.23 Absolute USA GRT02-20 2-Gauge Ring Terminal with 20 Pieces in 1 Bag

Absolute USA GRT00-10 Gauge Ring Terminal with 10 Pieces in 1 Bag $24.48 Absolute USA GRT00-10 Gauge Ring Terminal with 10 Pieces in 1 Bag

Nestle's Mix 115 Pieces: 1 Bag $19.95 Nestle's Mix 115 Pieces: 1 Bag Assortment of Crunch, Butterfinger, and BabyRuth in fun size. This great assortment will allow you to enjoy different candies with your family. Also great for Halloween as trick-or-treat, candy bowls, party giveaways, and much more.Each bag contains 115 pieces.FLAVOR: Assorted

Jones Variety Bag (19 pieces) $10.9 With all the great chews we offer, how is a person to make up their mind? Now you don't have to! The Variety Bag from Jones Natural Chews has an assortment of 19 chews, a wonderful sample of several pork and beef products. All sizes, all shapes - no two bags are alike! The perfect way to try out different chews and add some variety to your dog's day. Your Variety Bag will include a combination of K-9 Bacon, Pig Ears, Steer Sticks, Boomersticks, Windees, Big Paw Jerky, Woofers, Bully Stix and Links. Heck, half the fun is reading the names of the chews! Net weight approximately 1.75 pounds. The size (and shape) of the treats vary quite a bit. A Boomerstick will likely be a foot long and an inch wide while a Woofer is a 3 1/2 inch circle and flat. Every piece is a unique chewing experience! Contents - 19 pieces, any combination of the following items: K-9 Bacon (pork skin rolls) , Pig Ears, Steer Stick (Steer pizzle, beef) , Boomerstick (cartilage from the rib cage, beef), Windees (beef trachea) , Big Paw Jerky (jerky made of beef, rye, flour, salt), Woofers (patties of 100% beef /beef lung), Bully Stix (Bull pizzle, beef), Links (natural links made of Beef, Lamb, or Chicken) Brand: Jones Natural Chews Made in USA

Pieces of My Heart Art Tote Bag by CafePress $18 Pieces of My Heart features a heart-shaped woven watercolor painting. The variety of colors and patterns in the woven pieces reflect the complicated pieces of the human heart. Art Tote Bag Our 100% cotton canvas tote bags have plenty of room to carry everything you need when you are on the go. They include a bottom gusset and extra long handles for easy carrying. 10 oz heavyweight natural canvas fabric. Full side and bot

Caboodles Glamour Guru 'It' Bag 8 Pieces $22.99 This set keeps you organized. Carry-all bag neatly holds all components of set. Faux leather. Dimensions for carry-all bag: 11.75" L x 8.5" W x 8.5" H. Contains: Clear zippered carry-all bag Large upright bag Clear half-moon zippered bag Tubular bag 4 makeup brushes/applicator tools Made in China Beauty , Makeup , Makeup Tools & Accesssories , Storage/Organization

Family Favorites Assortment 150 Pieces: 1 Bag $19.95 Family Favorites Assortment 150 Pieces: 1 BagAssortment of Skittles, Starbursts, and Lifesavers Gummies in fun size. Enjoy this great assortment with your family on any occasion! Also perfect for Halloween as trick-or-treat bags, party giveaways and much more.Each bag contains 150 pieces.FLAVOR: Assorted

Puzzle Pieces Autism Tote Bag by CafePress $18 Puzzle Pieces for Autism Awareness Autism Tote Bag Our 100% cotton canvas tote bags have plenty of room to carry everything you need when you are on the go. They include a bottom gusset and extra long handles for easy carrying. 10 oz heavyweight natural canvas fabric. Full side and bot

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Chess Pieces War Messenger Bag by CafePress $35 From school, to carrying your laptop, to a hip alternative diaper bag, our versatile, spacious messenger bag is practically all you need to get you through every stage of your life -- and look hip doing it. One front adjustable clasp closure.

Beer & Pretzel Brittle Bag 6 pieces: 1 Count $10 Beer & Pretzel Brittle Bag 6 pieces: 1 CountInfused with Rogue's American chocolate stout, covered in milk chocolate, and rolled in salty pretzels, Beer & Pretzel Brittle is a dream team. A great gift ... if you can avoid the temptation of opening the bag.Each gift bag contains 6 pieces.

Reese's Pieces: 36 Count $44.64 Reese's Pieces: 36 Count Little pieces of the delicious peanut flavor Reese's Chocolate. Candy shell shaped Reese's pieces warped in individual bags made to satisfy you peanut cravings! Each bag is approximately 1.5oz. FLAVOR: Peanut

Cedar Dogs Bag Dog (2 Pieces) - Red Flannel/Black Strap $25.45 Simply clip the Bag Dog onto your bag strap slip into your bag and zip your bag shut. Overnite Bag Dogs absorb moisture in your bag and leave a fresh sent behind. The red cotton flannel shell is filled with 75% cedat dust and 25% scented granuals.

Marjack Reese''s Pieces, Peanut Butter, 17.5 oz.. 1 Bag $9.17 Manufacturer: Marjack. 1 Bag. Reese's Pieces candy is a quick and convenient treat. Great for the breakroom. Reese's Pieces offers the creamy taste of Reese's peanut butter in a candy shell. Customers also search for: Marjack,Break Room Refreshments, Supp

Beer & Pretzel Caramel Bag 6 pieces: 1 Count $10 Beer & Pretzel Caramel Bag 6 pieces: 1 CountInfused with Rogue's American chocolate stout, covered in milk chocolate, and rolled in salty pretzels, Beer & Pretzel Caramels are sweet-and-salty perfection! A great gift ... if you can avoid the temptation of opening the bag.Each gift bag contains 6 pieces.*Beer and glass not included.

Colorful Heart Confetti (Bag of 350 pieces) $9.29 Category: Toss and Confetti Themes: Garden Theme, Classic Theme Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter Color: White, Red, Pink, Green, Chocolate, Blue Personalization: Non-personalized Approx. Length: 3/5 quot; (1.5 cm) Approx. Width: 2/5 quot; (1 cm) Net Weight: 0.01 kg Shipping Weight: 0.05 kg Packing: Poly Bag Processing Time: 3-5 business days Shipping Time: Expedited Shipping: 3-5 Business days,Standard Shipping: 6-8 Business days,Super Saver Shipping: 10-20 Business days

Colorful Sakura Shaped Confetti (Bag of 350 pieces) $9.99 Category: Toss and Confetti Themes: Floral Theme, Classic Theme Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall Color: White, Red, Pink, Green, Chocolate, Blue Personalization: Non-personalized Approx. Length: 3/5 quot; (1.5 cm) Approx. Width: 3/5 quot; (1.5 cm) Net Weight: 0.01 kg Shipping Weight: 0.05 kg Packing: Poly Bag Processing Time: 3-5 business days Shipping Time: Expedited Shipping: 3-5 Business days,Standard Shipping: 6-8 Business days,Super Saver Shipping: 10-20 Business days

Colorful Maple Confetti (Bag of 350 pieces) $9.29 Category: Toss and Confetti Themes: Garden Theme, Classic Theme Seasons: Fall Color: White, Red, Pink, Green, Chocolate, Blue Personalization: Non-personalized Approx. Length: 3/5 quot; (1.5 cm) Approx. Width: 3/5 quot; (1.5 cm) Net Weight: 0.01 kg Shipping Weight: 0.05 kg Packing: Poly Bag Processing Time: 3-5 business days Shipping Time: Expedited Shipping: 3-5 Business days,Standard Shipping: 6-8 Business days,Super Saver Shipping: 10-20 Business days

Personalized Heart Shaped Confetti (Bag of 350 pieces) $13.94 Category: Toss and Confetti Themes: Garden Theme, Classic Theme Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter Color: Red, Pink, Green, Chocolate, Blue Personalization: Personalized Approx. Length: 1 quot; (2.5 cm) Approx. Width: 3/4 quot; (2 cm) Net Weight: 0.01 kg Shipping Weight: 0.05 kg Packing: Poly Bag Processing Time: 3-5 business days Shipping Time: Expedited Shipping: 3-5 Business days,Standard Shipping: 6-8 Business days,Super Saver Shipping: 10-20 Business days

Hershey's Chocolate Town Favorites 125 Pieces: 1 Bag $24.45 Hershey's Chocolate Town Favorites 125 Pieces: 1 Bag Assortment of Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds Bar, Whoppers, and Kit Kat. This assortment will satisfy everyone's taste buds for your family! Also perfect for Halloween as trick-or-treat, candy bowls, party giveaways, and much more.Each bag contains 125 pieces.FLAVOR: Assorted

Absolute USA GRT04-50 4-Gauge Gold Ring Terminal with 50 Pieces in 1 Bag $41.11 Absolute USA GRT04-50 4-Gauge Gold Ring Terminal with 50 Pieces in 1 Bag

Absolute USA GRT08-50 8-Gauge Gold Ring Terminal with 50 Pieces in 1 Bag $32.53 Absolute USA GRT08-50 8-Gauge Gold Ring Terminal with 50 Pieces in 1 Bag