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10 Step Checklist For Authenticating Louis Vuitton Date Codes

December 6, 2022

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The Louis Vuitton date code is one of the most notable ways to identify an authentic Louis Vuitton.
But without authentication research, it is one of the easiest ways that people make an inaccurate
assumption about a bag.  Just because a bag has what appears to be a date code does not mean the
bag is automatically authentic.

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How To Tell If A Louis Vuitton Belt Is Real or Fake

January 11, 2021

how-to-tell-if-a-louis-vuitton-belt-is-real-or-fakeIn the world of fashion accessories, Louis Vuitton belts are some of the most widely recognized, statement pieces that you can own. Of course, the market is flooded with fakes, so if you’re trying to figure out if the one you’ve purchased is real, or if you’re in the market for one, we’ve got you covered.

Although there are just a few components of a Louis Vuitton belt, each of the components is significant when determining authenticity. If you review each of these details carefully, you should be able to spot if there are any red flags.

Let’s walk through a complete authentication process for seeing if your Louis Vuitton belt is real or fake.
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Where To Find The Date Code On A Louis Vuitton Bag

November 19, 2019

where-to-find-the-date-code-on-a-louis-vuitton-bagIt’s no secret that Louis Vuitton date codes can be tricky to find. Date codes are generally used for internal purposes and are not actually designed to be totally visible to most consumers. Typically, they’re located in pretty discrete locations, such as the inside of a pocket, tucked into a corner, or hidden beneath a strap. 

They’re placed in discrete locations so they don’t take away from the overall design of the bag. But as consumers, we know that date codes are an important component of the authenticity of the product. We’ll go over a few of the most popular Louis Vuitton bags and how to locate their date codes. Keep in mind that the location and style of date code can vary, and it all depends on the style of the bag, or the year when the bag was produced. 

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School Friendly 5-Minute Honey Banana Sushi with Local Hive

September 18, 2019

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Can we talk about bringing birthday treats to our kid’s school for a minute?

It’s a near artform to find the right balance in a school birthday treat won’t leave the kids bouncing off the wall while the teacher glances at your with narrowed eyes and will be ok for the peanut allergy / gluten sensitive pupils . . . but still also be fun enough to feel celebratory.

I am on the opposite end of the spectrum of the crafty cooking mom who can pop into the kitchen and whip up a low/free everything banned at school cake. But, what I lack in baking skills I make up for in strides with creativity. That’s why I’m sharing with you one of my kids favorite recipes, invented especially for school birthday celebrations, 5-Minute Honey Banana Sushi.

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Are Louis Vuitton Bags With No Date Codes Real or Fake?

September 12, 2019

louis-vuitton-date-code-real-or-fakeThe Louis Vuitton date code is one of the most notable ways to identify an authentic Louis Vuitton. But without full authentication research, it’s actually one of the many ways that people make an inaccurate assumption about a bag.

Just because a bag has what appears to be a date code does not mean the bag is automatically authentic. One of the easiest tricks for people who make replica bags is to put stamp some letters and numbers onto the bag and forge a date code. But what they don’t typically take the time and effort to do is evaluate the information that you defer from interpreting the code.

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