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Beachgirl14
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LV Fake
I know, I know... 
So I can't believe I'm asking this, but it's just been so long. I have wanted the speedy 30 or 35 in the ebony checkerboard for about 3 years now. DH cannot justify spending $800 on a bag, and when I think about our bills, I kind of agree (which I would never tell him  )
It's time for a fake. A REALLY good fake.
Usually I'm 100% against fakes, but I really want this bag...
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Posted 11/23/10 12:44 PM  |
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JennZ
MY LIFE!!
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Re: LV Fake
Then wait till you can swing it.
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| Posted 11/23/10 12:58 PM |
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Stiletto19
LIF Adolescent
Member since 2/08 569 total posts
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Danielle
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Re: LV Fake
Im anti-fakes... what about pre-owned? You might find a sick deal on one thats barely used on ebay.
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| Posted 11/23/10 1:36 PM |
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springchick
make a wish
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Re: LV Fake
I am dying for one too but I cant justified fake.. I actually just got a coin counter in which I am putting all of my change and with that (and extra money I get someday lol) I will buy a my bag.. IT will take time but oh well
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| Posted 11/23/10 1:37 PM |
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MarisaK
HELLO Manolo !!
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Re: LV Fake
I'd save for a real one - IMO there is just no point in a fake LV.
Some things you can get away w/ a knock off or similar style that still looks fab w/o spending the designer price tag - for something like a LV, that is just known for it's shape and monogram, a fake it just too obvious.
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| Posted 11/23/10 1:51 PM |
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LemonHead
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by JennZ
Then wait till you can swing it.
I agree.
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| Posted 11/23/10 2:21 PM |
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Beachgirl14
LIF Adolescent
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Re: LV Fake
You guys are totally right. I'm anti-fake too, however, I feel like I'm never going to get this bag.
I would be open to a preowned one. Would I just search on ebay for "preowned LV?"
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| Posted 11/23/10 2:29 PM |
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PrettyPeonies
GAW my baby boy <3
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Re: LV Fake
Random ques but do you know anyone going to Italy anytime soon? If so, they are 1/2 the price there. I got my speedy in Rome for $475.
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| Posted 11/23/10 2:30 PM |
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Beachgirl14
LIF Adolescent
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by MrsJFG
Random ques but do you know anyone going to Italy anytime soon? If so, they are 1/2 the price there. I got my speedy in Rome for $475.
Oh my god, that's such a good price! I wish I were going to Italy!!!!
You're so lucky!
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| Posted 11/23/10 2:31 PM |
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Beth
The Key to your new home....
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Re: LV Fake
there are so many reasons not to buy a fake
I wont even get started- but please don't
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| Posted 11/23/10 3:27 PM |
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ndblovah
Be happy always
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Re: LV Fake
Buy mine instead. It's not the speedy but it's very adorable. Its authentic. Practically new... here's the old ebay link that just ended... I need to get rid of this bag 
old ebay link
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| Posted 11/23/10 3:41 PM |
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Beachgirl14
LIF Adolescent
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Re: LV Fake
you guys are right... I don't even know what I was thinking...
I don't even own one fake ANYTHING!
I'm desperate for this bag... I know... pathetic!!!
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| Posted 11/23/10 3:48 PM |
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LoveyQ
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by MrsJFG
Random ques but do you know anyone going to Italy anytime soon? If so, they are 1/2 the price there. I got my speedy in Rome for $475.
When we were in Italy last year, I totally planned on getting a bag for less... but they were just as expensive!
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| Posted 11/23/10 4:25 PM |
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KittyGags
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by LoveyQ
Posted by MrsJFG
Random ques but do you know anyone going to Italy anytime soon? If so, they are 1/2 the price there. I got my speedy in Rome for $475.
When we were in Italy last year, I totally planned on getting a bag for less... but they were just as expensive!
They are just as expensive until you get the vat back...
If you know anyone going anywhere in Europe, ask them to pick one up for you!
I have the bag you're looking for but I don't want to sell mine  I love it!
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| Posted 11/23/10 4:55 PM |
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CookiePuss
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by Stiletto19
Im anti-fakes... what about pre-owned? You might find a sick deal on one thats barely used on ebay.
I have always wondered how do you know that you are buying an authentic one and not a fakie?
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| Posted 11/24/10 10:34 AM |
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Cheeks24
Living a dream
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by morgie124
Posted by Stiletto19
Im anti-fakes... what about pre-owned? You might find a sick deal on one thats barely used on ebay.
I have always wondered how do you know that you are buying an authentic one and not a fakie?
All my LVs came with the authenticity card. Not saying people can't forge them, but with ebay you have buyer's protection. If you buy one and aren't sure, I'd contact an LV store and let them know you purchased a pre-owned one on ebay and want to verify that it's authentic. If it's not, you can contact the seller for your money back.
ETS: To the OP, create some sort of LV bag fund for you, whether it's a piggy bank or something. If you usually buy your lunch, bring it and throw your lunch money into that fund. Stuff like that to build your savings so you can get your real bag.
Message edited 11/24/2010 11:06:42 AM.
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| Posted 11/24/10 11:03 AM |
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MrsA714
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by LoveyQ
Posted by MrsJFG
Random ques but do you know anyone going to Italy anytime soon? If so, they are 1/2 the price there. I got my speedy in Rome for $475.
When we were in Italy last year, I totally planned on getting a bag for less... but they were just as expensive!
Yup. The last 2 times I was there they were just as expensive as here (with the exhange rate they were actually more  ).
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| Posted 11/24/10 11:23 AM |
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Beachgirl14
LIF Adolescent
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Re: LV Fake
Thanks you guys... Looks like I'll be starting to save my change after the holidays!!! I WILL get this bag!!!!!!
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| Posted 11/24/10 11:39 AM |
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EsquireFish
LIF Adult
Member since 3/09 1259 total posts
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Re: LV Fake
You should also keep on eye on Yoogi's Closet, they have a lot of LV bags for sale. All pre-owned of course, but at discounted prices and I just looked and there are a few speedys for sale.
http://www.yoogiscloset.com/
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| Posted 11/24/10 2:24 PM |
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LemonHead
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Re: LV Fake
malleries.com
let-trade.com
fashionphile.com
some authentic resale sites
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| Posted 11/24/10 5:06 PM |
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Re: LV Fake
I waited 5 years for mine... I really wanted it but never wanted a fake.
Why not pool all of your Xmas money, possible bday money, etc - and see how much left you would need for a real LV? Tell family not to buy you anything, but just give you money. That's what I ask my family and they actually appreciate that - one less thing to go out and buy.
By the time you pool it all together, you might only have to shell out a few hundred bucks, which is what you might have spent for a good fake one - KWIM?
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| Posted 11/25/10 5:20 PM |
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Tine73
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Re: LV Fake
You can rent one from Avelle.com and the money you put towards rent can be used towards the purchase of the bag. A friend just told me about the site.
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| Posted 11/26/10 10:38 PM |
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Lannasmama
Love my girls
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Re: LV Fake
This is so funny!! You sounded just like me last year!!! I wanted the Speedy 30 SOOOO bad but my DH laughed at the thought of spending $800 on a pocketbook. I told myself I would have this bag...I found a bunch of old pocketbooks (Coach, Juicy etc...) and put them on ebay, plus some old 7's that didn't fit me anymore. I also found a whole bunch of old jewelery and sold that at my local jeweler. Sure enough I had the $ for my bag and went to buy it asap!! I highly suggest selling stuff on ebay, it's such a rush to see people bid back and forth on your stuff!! Good luck!
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| Posted 11/26/10 10:53 PM |
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Dollface
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Re: LV Fake
I agree w selling your stuff on ebay. I made 200 bucks in November selling Vera Bradley bags that were gifts, an old coach, some barely worn shoes and high end jeans that I wore when I was post pregnancy. You can definitely find a way!
Message edited 11/27/2010 8:43:12 AM.
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| Posted 11/27/10 8:41 AM |
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MommyofG
just the girls
Member since 5/05 9461 total posts
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Re: LV Fake
Posted by MrsA714
Posted by LoveyQ
Posted by MrsJFG
Random ques but do you know anyone going to Italy anytime soon? If so, they are 1/2 the price there. I got my speedy in Rome for $475.
When we were in Italy last year, I totally planned on getting a bag for less... but they were just as expensive!
Yup. The last 2 times I was there they were just as expensive as here (with the exhange rate they were actually more ).
this is true! when I bought mine in Italy and Barcelona they were just as expensive as here.
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