Let’s be real, a brand new Neverfull MM? Dreamy, right? But that price tag can make your wallet weep. That’s where the pre-loved market comes in clutch. You can snag yourself a legit LV without needing to remortgage your house. I mean, who doesn’t love a bargain, especially when it involves a piece of iconic luxury?
Now, finding one is like, a mini treasure hunt. You’ve got places like Viva Vintage Pre (sounds fancy, doesn’t it?), jolicloset.com (I’ve never heard of it, but it sounds European and chic!), and even just a good old Google search. You’ll see tons of options, usually with the words “original” plastered all over the place. Gotta be careful, though!
The thing is, you gotta be *super* careful about fakes. Like, REALLY careful. A blurry photo and a price that seems too good to be true? Red flag city! Check the stitching, the canvas, the hardware…basically, do your homework. There are tons of guides online (YouTube is your friend!), so get educated before you drop some serious dough. I, personally, am no expert but I’d probably be looking at the leather handle and the overall feel of it.
The different canvas options are pretty cool too. You got the classic Monogram, the Damier Ebene (the brown checkerboard), and the Damier Azur (the white/blue checkerboard). I kinda dig the Damier Ebene, it’s just so classic. But the Monogram is the OG, you know? And, oh my god, sometimes you can find the cherry ones! I personally like the cherry one a lot.
And the price…man, it varies *wildly*. One listing mentions R$ 7.000, which I *think* is Brazilian money, and someone’s advertising frete grátis, which I guess is free shipping. You can find one for $3,474 or another for $1,239. And that’s before any discounts! It really is a jungle out there.
Honestly, buying pre-owned is a gamble. But if you do your research, are patient, and maybe get a second opinion from a trusted source (or a friend who’s a LV aficionado), you can totally score a killer deal. Just remember to inspect it thoroughly when you get it!
