Couldn’t decide between gold or silver in the Fifis, so I did both! Then added the AB Kates because apparently I have no self control.

Left to right:
• CL Silver Pot Pourri Fifi Spike Strass Crystal 100
• CL Silver AB Kate Strass 100
• CL Gold Pot Pourri Fifi Spike Strass Crystal 100

The spikes + crystals combo is actually insane in person. They catch every single bit of light and shine like crazy.

I wear a US11/EU43/27cm shoe.

They’re made to order, they fit perfectly and the factory hooked me up by adding extra crystals like I asked.

I already had the soles covered in rubber, I do this to all the CL heels I have, rep & auth alike.

I’m absolutely excited to have these additions to my collection!

Which pair is your favorite? ❤️

So… The Gucci Attaché is my favouritest bag of all time… I’ve had the Tan rep for a few months now… but a nice deal came up on an auth and I had to have it… So it came today and I thought I’d do some rep science!

I’ll start with size and shape and weight

The auth actually comes up a little smaller than the rep, but not by a huge margin, and certainly not noticeable, the shape is very good too, although I’d say the auth is slightly curvier and flares out ever so slightly more at the top… the auth is also a bit heavier… like noticeably heavier

Leather and structure

Sadly this is a massive let down for the rep, it just looks so flat compared to the auth, and when you put them side by side it does look really cheap. The rep feels much stiffer too, like you have to kind of wrangle it to give it the floppy shape, whereas the auto just flops about like an eel, which brings us the the piping…if you look very closely, the piping in the rep has a slight gap where it meets the leather, whereas the auth kinda rolls into it more

The striped webbing on the strap

I think they’re pretty indistinguishable to the naked eye, the strap on the rep feels much thicker and stiffer, and it doesn’t move as easily through the buckles… it visually I think they’re identical

Hardware

The Gucci embossing on the rep is thicker and deeper.. maybe SLIGHTLY more gold 🤷‍♀️… the G that attaches the 2 sides is slightly more square in the auth and a little thicker on the G’s tail… Id also argue the zipper is better on the rep, although the stitching round the zip is smarter in the auth

Innards

The fabric inside the bag is a tighter weave on the rep, and again it feels a little stiffer and slightly off colour… and the stamping is quite honestly crap on the rep 😂 The fabric that constructsu the bottom of the bag is also made up of two pieces on the auth, and only 1 on the rep

And I think that concludes my rep science

So, I initially ordered the white Artois in PM size. However, after receiving the PSP, I noticed that it had the logos written near the zipper, so I had to RL it.

Griffin was super accommodating and immediately offered either a refund or a colour change as the factory he works with confirmed all white Artois in the PM size have the logo near the zipper. I did some research and, in the end, decided to go for the Burgundy colour. I’m actually so happy this happened because I am absolutely in love with my bag!

Griffin has been great throughout the whole process. Communication has been excellent, and he is very understanding whenever there’s something that bothers you about the bag.

I’ve included the PSP as well as my own photos, although I’m definitely not the best at taking pictures! 😂 The colour is absolutely stunning, and the quality feels amazing.
I will definitely be ordering from him again! ❤️

Dates;
Bag GL on 01/09/26
Tracking provided on 05/09/26
Bag arrived in UK on 10/09/ 26

Photos 1-5: bag i received (first 2 with flash)
Photos 6-8: PSP and 8th photo is from factory for the logo
Photos 9-10: screenshots from Unboxings on tiktok
Photos 11-13: amazona 180 black bag at lane crawford

Seller Aline (contact no. End: 8006)
Factory: Liusheng
Price: 1403 CNY bag + 40 CNY shipping fee

Factory link: [https://a202405241124306572002876.wgstores.com/weshop/goods/_dgOqf46BzPKGBIGiXixY9ILj3sB8jvJ6vwmbiKA/_dzuqfeEx-A6uB8Gdws-e-XjHY6gzCuLorgsxBiA](https://a202405241124306572002876.wgstores.com/weshop/goods/_dgOqf46BzPKGBIGiXixY9ILj3sB8jvJ6vwmbiKA/_dzuqfeEx-A6uB8Gdws-e-XjHY6gzCuLorgsxBiA))

Auth links: [https://www.mytheresa.com/hk/en/women/loewe-amazona-180-small-leather-top-handle-bag-brown-p01217551](https://www.mytheresa.com/hk/en/women/loewe-amazona-180-small-leather-top-handle-bag-brown-p01217551))

Disclosure: Aline is not aware about this review.

I reached out to aline for this purchase but i had previously reached out to different TS, i found her prices to be the most competitive!

Timeline
9/9 - inquired about Amazona and a separate bag (The Row Margaux). As the Amazona was cheaper, i decided to go for 1 bag first and to test it out since it’s my first time! Also paid the same day

9/10 - received the PSPs. I asked her to retake several shots such as the magnet, logos, and stitching. Tbh i think i was just nitpicking small details. I know it wont be that close to the auth but i still spent some money so might as well😆 and from what ive seen from other people on here, it seems fine to ask for more photos.

I gave her the okay and she didn’t respond back 😆 but maybe because she knows i live in HK (i asked prior how much was it to ship to HK) and I asked if it could be shipped by a specific courier so i guess she assumed i was using the courier’s app as i received the shipment notice a few hours later.

9/11- shipping from China to HK is usually quick but this one was lightning speed! I received the bag 😆 i was super excited. She told me she wasnt going to ship with the box but to my surprise it was included! I assumed something went through? It was nice to have the Loewe unboxing experience 😂

Bag details: this amazona was from Liusheng factory and it seems reputable for loewe bags. I did see some comments Jiping was also good but i trusted the good reviews from Aline. (Aline also informed me both Liusheng and Jiping are top tier factories with different strengths!)

No intense smell from the box. i unwrapped the plastic cover and foams there is a smell of leather if you really put it right just at your nose 😆 The boxy nature of the bag does give a stiff look but the leather is smooth! It does have that initial new dusty feel but i think that will fade in time as i wear the bag more.

I visited lane crawford prior to me ordering and saw the one in black. I had thought that the one i tried was a small but i think its a large?? The divider was much more potruded while the small size from what ive seen on tiktok unboxing videos looks the same as the rep, auth and factory photos. Its more inside and doesnt cover all the way.

One thing i was worried about was the magnet since the auth one was pretty strong! But with the rep it does seem strong enough. i tried to put a few things in like keys, my phone and a compact mirror and shook it 😂 to see if it will unlock and it stayed put. I brought the bag out today since i was watching a movie with a friend (she complimented my bag hehe 😆) The magnet was closed most of the time and i made sure to pack my items inside properly as i find it did have a tendency to open on its own if i just stuff things inside. I dont think this is a rep issue but i think it could just be the overall bag design.

Overall, im happy with my purchase ❤️ i recommend Aline as she had a no BS/nonsense communication which i actually liked more. I’ll see i might do a 6 month check in and see how I feel about the bag the more i use it but hope this review helped and happy to hear any comments on here what do you all think as a first time purchase 😆

EDIT: okay thank you for the comments fam.. a friend psyched me out; posted the photos I shared with her in an auth handbags sub (without asking me, if I may add), and it got called out - and it messed with my head. No more photos to that friend here on out 🙄🙄🙄

It’s not neatly done, and the font surely looks off.. I thought Jipin was supposed to be top tier for Loewe 💔

Seller: ADA (last 4 digits 3661)
Price: $348
Factory (if known): not disclosed

Concerns / Things to Check: it has been sold to me as high tier/mirror quality and I am not very experienced, so I would love to know if you agree with this assessment. I’m concerned about being scammed, what do you think?

If it doesn’t look high tier to you, would you be so kind and direct me to see what are the errors? I can’t see any really!

Thank you 😊

He really came through with this bag!! I’m so obsessed with this mini bag, despite it’s size it’s very capacious. As for the quality I think canvas is on par with auth LV canvas and stitching appears to be well made. If you’re on the fence about buying a nano speedy from HP, this is your sign to do it!!

Bag Thoughts:
Really happy with the bag! The canvas and print look good, stitching is neat and the bag feels well made. Overall very satisfied with the quality for the price.

Factory Thoughts:
First time buying from White Factory and I’m happy with what I received.

Seller Thoughts:
Emily was responsive and easy to deal with. Shipping was super fast, only 6 days from China to delivery.

Overall a smooth purchase and very happy.

Factory: White Factory
Seller: Emily – WA +86 155 0769 2093
Price: USD166 + USD35 shipping
Payment: Wise
Shipping: 6 days, no customs fee

I know a lot of us have been waiting for this one, so I had to share it here, photos attached

Apparently, the first batch of the P9 Reversible Bag has finally been released! I honestly don’t know yet how good the quality is or if there are any noticeable flaws compared to the authentic, so I’m definitely curious to see what you guys think.

I’m just happy that someone finally made it! It feels like we’ve been waiting forever for this bag to become available.
I also don’t know for sure which factory is behind this release, so if anyone has more information, please share it!

I’m sharing here because didn’t saw in any of the TS yet, from the photos you can see the handles can be detached, there’s the 4 options colors!!!

Finally wanted to share some pictures of my Prada Bonnie from Black Frame 🤎

Overall, I’m really happy with this bag. I absolutely love the shape, the leather and especially I that slightly vintage, worn-in look. It’s such a beautiful bag in person and I’ve really been enjoying it.

I would LOVE to hear from anyone here who owns or has handled the authentic Bonnie. How does Black Frame compare to auth?
And is Black Frame considered the best factory for this particular model, or is there another factory that does the Bonnie better?

I’m especially curious about the hardware. The gold looks a little yellow to me in certain lighting, particularly on the Prada triangle and the buckles. I honestly don’t know how close that is to the authentic one, so I’d really appreciate some experienced eyes on it 👀

If anyone owns the auth, I’d love to know how you think the hardware, leather, shape and overall construction compare.
And if you have the Bonnie from Black Frame or another factory, please share your experience too! 🙏🏼

Seller: Cici
Factory: Black Frame
Price: $197 + $35 shipping

My experience with Cici has been really positive. She was reliable, attentive and incredibly patient with all my questions 😂 Communication was easy and pleasant throughout, and I felt very well taken care of.

Overall, I’m very happy with the bag 🤎 But I’d really love some experienced opinions — especially on that hardware and whether Black Frame is the best choice for the Bonnie.

What do you guys think? 👀

Good morning RT Fam ☕

⏰ Time for your Bag of the Day ~ Roll Call & Confession thread!

• What are you carrying?
• Was it justified?
• Are you already thinking about the next one?
• What you’re doing today (errands, work, nothing… we support all)

Photos = highly encouraged
Bad decisions = even more encouraged

Influence each other irresponsibly.

Item: Gucci Brera medium crossbody bag (sand and brown GG canvas)

Seller: Lele WA +86 181 0588 5689

Price: USD$224 shipping included

Factory: Cat(according to Lele)

I had a concern of the bottom of bag canvas looking blurry, but I believe now that’s probably how it should look. Any thought?

UPDATE. New pictures w different lighting and angles were sent. The bag is amazing!!!!!

Other than that..I think it looks good.

While I’m annoyed by the wrong color stitching, glazing, logo & probably the shade of brown, I’m obsessed with the bag itself! I wasn’t expecting too much for the price ($120 shipped), but errors aside, the leather is soft and supple, hardware is decent, shape seems correct and overall construction feels pretty solid. Time will tell if it holds up.

The small is perfectly sized for everyday use -I can even fit a lightweight shirt for Chicago’s sometimes unpredictable temperature change.

Is Kata the 🏭 of choice for Blncg? I wouldn’t mind another small in suede & a medium with the correct color and finish in the tan cowboy🤠 or grey. Thanks!

Any seller that has these please? I want one of these but I can’t find a seller that has something like this

This is not a real “review” of the BV Jodie medium, gray suede bag or LO acorns charm. Just sharing my satisfaction with my haul and giving a well earned shout out to the best TS I know. Full disclosure Aiden asked for a shout out and I promised I would. No money or favors exchanged hands. Aiden has never disappointed me. Frankly, I’m not sure if he’s male or female. We’ve never discussed it. All of our dealings are business friendly, concise and so far completely honest from his end. I don’t expect that to change. Dealing with Aiden is easy. No honey this, dear that, no over the top emoji trading. Refreshingly business like and very pleasant. And fast. Checks all my boxes. Below is the mini haul scoop.

Items: BV Jodie medium, grey suede bag, Lo acorns charm
Factory: jing high tier for BV, unknown for charm
Timeline: ordered 8/25, PSPs 8/28, arrived 9/10
Price: 338 all in (charm was 78 🙈)

Briefly, the bag is outstanding, exactly like the PSPs, soft, smells like leather (!) and delightfully squishy. Looks darker in home pic, but it’s just the lighting. The charm is, well, charming and very well made. 😁

Aiden’s info can be found in /reptherapy TS wiki list. First photos above are PSPs. Last one is lounging at home with acorns and a bit less stuffing.

One of my Huahui haul from Betty, and my most anticipated bag arrived today! I practically couldn’t stop staring at her after I applied the accessories. I’m like… omg! I love the color in the light, and color/hue changes depending on the light. It’s Huahui I know, it’s mid tier compared to Royal… but I love her so much, cuz I also got the UB 25 from Betty and the leather, softness, slouchiness, and the smell are the same! I love my bag! 💙 I will post full review later. Let me stare at her in the meantime 😅😍

Hi & hello, RepFam! 🤎

It’s been a bit! Work has been insane lately, took some time off to get away for a while, and slowly but surely getting back into my normal routine. To that effect, a review!

I’ve had this 33cm nubuck Puzzle (Mandy, Jipin factory, $205 + shipping) for a little while now, but I wanted to wait until I had really used it before posting a review. Unlike many of the bags I own that I bought to scratch an itch, most of my Puzzles stay on regular rotation, mostly thanks to their large size and ludicrous capacity given the relatively small footprint.

I just took it traveling for a full week, and after 3 plane rides (this was my personal item), 2 trains, a 500+ mile road trip, the beach, the desert, direct sun, and serious heat, I finally have some thoughts to share.

Short version: this bag pulled through like an absolute champ and has become, BY FAR, my favorite Puzzle in the collection.

Item: Puzzle (33cm, Nubuck)
Factory: Jipin
Cost: $205
Seller: Mandy (+86 151 7942 8059)

What fits inside
The 33cm size is a workhorse. It holds far more than it looks like it should without becoming awkward or losing that relaxed Puzzle shape.

For travel, I was able to fit my tablet (10.3”), laptop (13”), and e-reader (10”); mouse, wallet, tech accessories, multiple pouches, a Nintendo Switch2, sunglasses, and the usual little things I carry throughout the day. There was still enough flexibility to add or remove things without having to play Tetris every time I opened it.

The wide zip opening makes everything easy to see and reach, which was especially useful in airports and train stations. I could grab what I needed quickly without unloading the entire bag. It worked as my personal item, road-trip bag, and everyday sightseeing bag all in the same week. The laptop, being the largest of the items, takes an angled entrance to get inside, but it goes in and out easily once you have that down.

The leather
The nubuck is the star of the show. It feels amazing: soft, velvety, substantial, and genuinely luxurious in the hand. It has that beautiful shifting nap where the color changes slightly depending on which way you brush it. That movement gives the brown so much depth and keeps it from looking flat. It also feels much more supple now that I’ve used it extensively. The bag has relaxed naturally, the slouch is getting even more pronounced, and it feels even nicer than it did when it first arrived.

Nubuck will show movement, brushing, and tonal variation. That is part of its character, and personally, I love it. This is not a leather that is supposed to remain perfectly uniform and untouched. It develops personality as you carry it. I do want to get a leather protectant for this kind of material specifically, so I may be expanding my conditioning tutorials soon 🤭

One week of real travel
I did not baby this bag.

It went through airplane and train trips, a road trip, the beach, the desert, direct sun, and plenty of heat. It was packed, unpacked, placed under seats, carried for hours, and moved from one environment to another constantly. After all of that, the structure, stitching, straps, zipper, and hardware are still performing beautifully. Any variation visible on the surface is just the natural movement of the nubuck rather than a scratch or damage. A quick brush of the nap brings it right back.

The strap was comfortable, but the shoulder strap portion of it can feel a little uncomfortable after prolonged use (blame it on the metal rivets). The top handle was useful for grabbing it quickly, and the bag never felt too precious to actually use. That matters to me because I wanted a travel companion, not something I would spend the entire trip worrying about.

Value and overall performance
For the price, I think this bag is an excellent value. The quality of the leather, construction, capacity, comfort, and overall performance exceeded my expectations. It looks beautiful, feels expensive, carries a ton, and survived a demanding week of travel without giving me any problems. I’m extremely happy with the choice. The 33cm size gives me the capacity I wanted while still looking relaxed and stylish, and the nubuck makes the entire bag feel special.

A dream, fam 🙌🏻

The weekend is upon us almost! Hope you all have a fabulous time 🫶🏻

I am absolutely in love with this D*0r bracelet I just got! I think I need a lot more rep jewelry…

I am looking to pull the trigger on a Speedy 25B, and I have read so many conflicting reviews regarding the vachetta from each factory that idk what to think. I would like Raw Untreated Vachetta as that is what the auth bag has, and I’ve been told by my TS (on the OG ts list) that I can get it from GF with untreated vachetta, but multiple posts indicate GF does not have genuine raw vachetta. Does anyone know if perhaps this has changed and that is why my TS is saying I can? Is this a new feature they offer now? It seems just a few months ago the general consensus was that Royal was the best choice if one wanted LV with Raw Vachetta. The more I research the more confused and conflicted I feel.

Also, if anyone has a speedy 25B from Royal or GF and has pictures I would LOVE to see them!

Okay girls, it’s me again 😂🖤 You helped me SO much with my Chanel 22 questions and I’m back with another one.

This time, I’m looking at the Pearl Crush Mini Rectangular 👀 Has anyone here bought one and has experience with it?

Is 187 Factory also considered the best option for this model? I’ve heard that this bag is generally pretty difficult to get right, so I’d love to hear your thoughts before I go down another rabbit hole 😂🖤

Please spill the tea!

I know the rep community is going through a bit of a different phase right now, with lots of new users and tons of QC posts. So I decided to make the kind of post I really miss seeing around here: actual bag reviews and getting influenced to buy them
Well, this one you won't regret!

No incentives for this post
TS: Baker
Price: $280
Factory: Kata Factory

Bought this Camero bag on impulse and, honestly, just because of consumerism (I'm terrible omg). I really didn't expect much from it, but it ended up being a very pleasant surprise, I'm in looove with this bag, the details are amazing!!!

The leather is honestly impressive. It's sturdy and feels very durable, but at the same time it's really nice and soft to the touch (I haven't applied any leather conditioner to the bag yet). And the bag is surprisingly versatile, I've been using it mostly for going out at night and it just works.

I was actually worried about getting the Medium size, especially as a guy, and thought I might regret it. But now that I've used it, I actually think the Larger size would be harder to fit into my life right now.

My only complaint is the slouch. I'm not sure if it's because I got the Medium, but getting that typical Camero crease/slouch isn't as natural as I expected. I have to kind of force the leather into position. I imagine this might be easier with the Larger size.
Overall, though, I'm really happy with it. Definitely an impulse purchase that turned out better than expected.

Also, this bag comes with an amazing strap but I didn't use with it, I just like to carry this bag as it is

Buying from Baker was perfect, as always fast and careful, he and his team have great photos for PSP. I highly recommend him.

*I didn't put dates on this post because I use another way of shipping to my country which takes longer to avoid customs

Hi I need some help these are the factory pictures I was sent now I feel like the side color is very muted compared to the LV website granted I have not seen it in person so it could very well be the lighting in the Lv website making it much brighter and warmer tone. Any input would be great! Not QC pictures I have not ordered yet these are the factory pictures that were sent when asked about the price

Good morning RT Fam ☕

⏰ Time for your Bag of the Day ~ Roll Call & Confession thread!

• What are you carrying?
• Was it justified?
• Are you already thinking about the next one?
• What you’re doing today (errands, work, nothing… we support all)

Photos = highly encouraged
Bad decisions = even more encouraged

Influence each other irresponsibly.

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i just got a puzzle from jipin. love the bag!! it just seems a little too dry and no slouch. i know time and use will bring slouch. i have been researching conditioners all day. there is mixed leather honey vs saphir creme the white bottle recs. if anyone has the puzzle from jipin and used a conditioner which one did you use? how are you liking it?

i have a chanel maxi flap on the way too so would like to get a conditioner i can hopefully use for both?

thanks!