DON'T BUY THESE LUXURY ITEMS, THEY BREAK!!

[@ZipporahAanael]

This is the benefit of having a non paid/ partner doing reviews. You get honesty. Thanks for sharing.

[@moonshineyogi933]

Zipporah Aanael no disrespect to her as I do like her, but these big designers house will only pay big name celebrities to promote their products, not a KZbinr.

[@kimmyymmik]

moonshine yogi there’s plenty of Instagram “influencers” (🤢) that get bags for free from Gucci so yeah some KZbinrs do get big brands to send them things and review them or use them for photos. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@vnmeister9418]

moonshine yogi most of KZbin is partnered - even if it isn’t with the atelier themselves but Nordstrom or a department store that houses in label so they do get indirect kickbacks or commissions from being less objective.

[@MissDuke2012]

moonshine yogi This is even more reason to trust Sophie. She's not given these for free (to be bullied into giving great reviews) AND she has the money to buy these items herself. She belongs to no one.

[@BexMcInulty]

@@moonshineyogi933 mcm does influencer partnerships all the time. I know mcm isn't Chanel but still...

[@carlblanche]

I repair and restore leather goods (aka shoes and bags) for a living, and must say that the worst I have encountered is Balenciaga bags. The leather is thinner than paper and is glued onto cardboard, which then disintegrates when being used. And then the leather tears. I've seen Primark bags that are better quality.

[@SharonOC]

Would love to see videos!

[@chicnoir29]

Wow thanks for the warning. I was just going to invest in a city bag.

[@carlblanche]

@@chicnoir29 glad to hear it. Better spend the money on a hand made itim. There a lot of craftsmanship out there and small makers who make amazing handmade stuff for the same price. You ofcourse don't get the brand name value. But you will get a unique bag with better quality.

[@chicnoir29]

Carl Christian Bro I think that’s a good idea.

[@Joyceisblessed]

@@chicnoir29 check out the Delvaux Brillant

[@annefwee]

I don't understand chanel earring. They just look so cheap

[@58479ishere]

definetly a new money kind of purchase. they look so tacky

[@rosewhite259]

@@58479ishere New money? More like new credit card purchase. This is something someone lower middle class thinks makes them look rich, and that is why they are so poorly made. Chanel knows who their customers are for this crap.

[@Orlanzepol123]

Rose White I think you’re right . Those high end companies are starting to cater to the working class and poor who want to look rich . So they put out crap and slap their logo on it. If they’re going to cater to the working class they should still make them good quality.

[@ilikealotofthings731]

@@rosewhite259 There's a reason why Chanel makes FINE jewellery and COSTUME jewellery... lmao

[@moonshineyogi933]

Some styles look fine if you know how to style them and not over do them. But yes, the majority are not the best

[@katspov9945]

I bought a bag from Target for $39. I received so many lovely compliments on it. More than I had ever gotten with a luxury bag. That was when I stopped bothering.

[@azhars.7963]

Kat's POV can you name a brand and model?😍

[@judyrobertson9479]

That's because copies start coming out about 24 hours after the designers show. And you buy by quality not name.

[@RickosaurusRex]

Omg same here, except i got my messenger bag from Amazon lol

[@magdalenaszaturska2272]

Is easy to buy wizzair and go to rumunia ,Poland you have really nice company's leader like ochnik, przywara strzalka ,they project bag for Japan target even really sleek and ekefant

[@ColoringKaria]

I have never and would never buy anything for compliments. Buy the things you want because you want them not because of what other people think.

[@StJames1938]

My rule of thumb: ONLY BUY EXPENSIVE JEWELS FROM DESIGNERS WHO SPECIALIZE IN NOTHING BUT JEWELRY TIFFANYS, DAVID YURMAN, CARTIER etc etc etc

[@esmeew2379]

StJames1938 Yes, I have the same rule

[@mimisunshine692]

Tiffany is crap

[@jgzw_06]

Pandora's not bad, affordable too.

[@nalabees]

tiffanys gone down the sh*tter

[@naomyquinones7275]

Sameeee

[@tamaraarcher855]

I love the Chanel comment. Don't wear perfume or hairspray. How about don't make a product that isn't functional and then sell it for a ton of money.

[@HaHaHaLMFAOtv]

Tamara Archer exactly! They sell same quality than Accessories with higher prices

[@abbyl1449]

furthermore, they know they're talking bollocks, which is offensive to the customer. for that price the stones and pearls should be mounted, not glued. end of.

[@PriHL]

@@abbyl1449 That's probably what they are supposed to say. The quality of these is awful anyway.

[@abbyl1449]

@@PriHL Absolutely. When I say "they" I always mean the brand not the actual SA that can only do as they're told.

[@NateshasAmbience]

Tamara Archer Yeah, literally a few tons of money

[@csillac0628]

It's sad when you pay so much yet get such poor quality. :(

[@mishylove]

I remember learning that lesson when I was a teen when I saved up my money to buy my mom a designer bag for Christmas. She loved it but it didn't last very long because of the poor quality. Both of us were so disappointed.

[@forget3817]

What's sad is to expect good quality just because something costs a lot.

[@pamelawaga804]

I must say there is something so satisfying having a rich person complain about luxury brands

[@ColoringKaria]

and she really is only complaining. she can totally get a refund or replacement for any defective product, but why do that when you can just complain. and thats the real deal.

[@pavladavlas]

ColoringKaria because people who aren’t as knowledgeable about big designer brands or are trying to get premium designer products won’t know how to spot a bad product, and reviews like this help those people see what’s worth the money and what isn’t. Also, most high fashion designer labels do not issue refunds.

[@ColoringKaria]

@@pavladavlas actually thats not true. they all have some kind of refund policy. you just usually have a few days 7 or 14. but if product is defective almost all these brands LV, hermes, chanel will offer an exchange or repair up to 1 year free of charge and a repair for a fee from then on. some repairs are even free. I know I just my 10 year old LV key case repaired for free.

[@pavladavlas]

ColoringKaria in what world is a repair equal to a 100% refund?

[@ColoringKaria]

Ok I’m rereading what I wrote. Nope I didn’t say that. I *DID* say that If she had a problem with the quality she could take it in for a refund *OR* repair (which sometimes means they just give you a new one). No one should use something and expect a full refund. But if it’s brand new and there is a problem with quality a refund or repair will be offered. If she’s had it for years than no refund should be expected but a repair often for free will be offered. I also *did* say that your claim that refunds are never offered is false. If the item is new usually less than 2 weeks old a refund will be offered if the product is resellable or if it is defective. I know this to be a 100% fact. That does not mean that a repair/replacement/refund are the same thing (Apparently that’s a thing that needs to be said.) depending on the age and condition of the product you will get offered one or more of those options.

[@vasokar.2580]

I have 3$ in my purse yet i still watched this video

[@corithecat6877]

Lol saaaame

[@katmontgomery7699]

Lol!

[@Ms_StaceyLynn]

😂

[@justinaolabode8534]

Cori The Cat 🤣🤣🤣

[@annav08]

Mood

[@eleo_b]

“But my god... Whoever did this, did it on a Friday afternoon”. This made me laugh!

[@AggieLately]

Funny I was laughing when she said it and bam I saw your comment right away . 😂😂😂😂😂

[@runningfromabear8354]

She sounds like my Mum. Growing up, my Mum worked on Bank St and we lived in north London. I remember Mum would dress normally at home with us, but her work clothes were so posh and we weren't allowed anywhere near her work gear. I remember her on the phone ripping into a shop with her dry observations and calm tone. They zipper on a work dress had been repaired by them twice and had broken a third time. As an adult, I realize just how expensive her work clothes were. My Dad was a fireman in London and was retired from the military, we got to play with his work gear, I thought she was just being a bitch. But hey, we got to play with gas masks, and pull on suspender yellow rubber trousers and all sorts of stuff. I've learned to appreciate my mother didn't have a large wardrobe of clothes, but a limited selection of high quality clothes that she saved up for and planned carefully.

[@dominiquek_94]

Or Monday morning after a really rough weekend of partying😂

[@Fetjdg]

I have never owned a designer item nor am I planning on owning any but I really love to watch your videos because of your personality and the way you talk about designer items. Intelligently, eloquently and objectively.

[@segarinnajohnson4092]

👏👏👏

[@potatoflips2694]

For the price of these items that quality is actually shocking. What a scam!!!

[@chrismeister15]

She's so sassy and nonchalant when complaining about designer brands, I just love it.

[@vald2971]

im so broke rn but im going to keep watching cause your voice and the way you talk is really soothing

[@Hoofdpijndossier]

This is so me!

[@oginza]

These chanel earrings look like they have been bought on aliexpress....Such a shame! And the irony is that chineese knockoffs from aliexpress would probably be more durable 😂😂😂

[@szwenax5768]

Very true

[@MsCreativecolors]

Yes..they look exactly like the $19.99 fake Chanel earrings at the Chinese beauty supply store down the street from my house.. lol

[@donatellabenn1209]

😂😂😂😂😂🙌🏾

[@annatixi886]

Chanel earrings look very cheap. Not a good quality

[@Afmedic85]

The real ones are made in China too lol

[@fran791]

Can you do a video about the best quality designer items?

[@linkami27]

yaaaaaasssssss pls Sophie, if you could do one on good quality designer items

[@unaamena1998]

Yeeeeesssss please.........🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@MC-mk3hf]

Yes, and the best price for the best quality.

[@Charoletta77]

Even if you did spray perfume on them Chanel their quality should hold up to their name their brand and by all means price tag 💰💵

[@nntflow7058]

Chanel no.5 Which is the amount of time your earrings would be repaired in Paris before all the pearls fall out.

[@nuttyjunno3154]

Some of them look so cheap, not match for price and quality

[@MilwaukeeWoman]

Cost doesn't equal quality, it just controls who has access to it.

[@jeremyn2008]

J K mic drop

[@bubblesarah]

I'd never personally pay that for costume jewellery, especially when you can buy beautiful fine jewellery second hand for the same price. The edge finish on that Mulberry is terrible.

[@thedesertprincess]

Shopping second hand is so eco-chic!

[@raghuveer4552]

I wish this video went viral. Such bad quality from reputed luxury brands in unacceptable

[@KWSHOPS]

“Whoever’s done this, did it on a Friday afternoon” OMG IM DEAD 💀😂

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

I almost fell out at that line 😂

[@SashaLine]

I am too, Lol 🤣

[@NicoleKe]

SashaLine R.I.P.

[@mrsllcp]

🤣🤣🤣 I loved the 'nail in the coffin' line, too!!

[@sja1014]

So many great lines in this one!

[@NicoleAminov]

Vegan “leather” is PLASTIC. So you are correct, that’s why it feels and sounds like that way. It is “polyvinyl chloride” or PVC, which is another word for plastic. Or polyurethane which is (shocker) also plastic. Never pay the luxury price for vegan leather because it is literally just not worth it unfortunately:( If you are vegan and care about the environment and of course don’t support animal cruelty do not but vegan leather because it is not biodegradable anyway so a good alternative is a cotton bag or a cork bag :) hope this helps!

[@julijakeit]

I love animals but I supporting having leather and even fur. Sorry, fur is the warmest and most durable material for cold winters and lasts more than a lifetime . With leather, people eat meat so it's the leftovers of an animal. With fake leather and fake fur, their production itself is toxic and done in poor countries abusing poor workers and the waste is being dumped into the nature. So... It's not even better alternative! What's is the best option? Having quality things that will last you more than 10 years, be it fake or real. Fake, though, from many experiences and countless testimonies, isn't worth it. Not yet. But the technology is getting better, so, keep the mind open.

[@RexySmith]

wow Finally people who get it !!! yeah !!! so sick of green washing Vegan leather/fur sold at premium prices for Plastic pollution ... uhhh if you care that mutch for animals buy some cotton/hemp bags otherwise leave real fur /leather alone lol

[@sbel6626]

I’m a vegan and what I do is I buy high quality leather and fur items at thrift stores. That way the money goes to charity and not the fur/leather industry, and I have good biodegradable items that will last longer than any fake ones, so I’ll be throwing out less and not supporting sweatshops. It’s really a win win situation :)

[@morganabest2771]

Plenty of vegan companies make their handbags from apple or mushroom leather.

[@morganabest2771]

sarah bellemare you are not vegan if you buy leather. Not buying leather is a basic requirement of being vegan so...

[@BankruptMonkey]

When the genuine luxury goods are lower quality than the knockoffs I know there's a problem!

[@Natalia-hf3et]

😁

[@addie-eileenpaige6460]

Oftentimes, the real stuff & knockoffs are made in China, sometimes in the same factories. With the luxury stuff, they'll make 90% of it in China, then ship them to France, Italy, etc. for the finishing touches so they can say "Made in Italy," or wherever.

[@hattie2525]

The stitching on those LV items is shocking! Looks cheap and nasty

[@MADEbySOUL]

Especially when you consider that these products are supposed to be made by the most skilled artisans who only use high quality materials.

[@angiec8487]

Lol, they are probably fakes.

[@jenrich111]

See how the leather is micro split torn at the holes - i wont say nano - as it's pretty wack - Holes are supposed to be pressed into leather 1st before the needle etc - the actual artisan craft luxury side of it. Stitch-length, size of thread, pin-wheel, fresh needle etc.

[@jenrich111]

@@angiec8487 no.

[@simonelee773]

Got to agree with Angie. I have had 2 LV items in the past with a stitch out of place and a random double stitch but nothing like that. Fake.

[@JillMaurer]

As a fine jewelry designer I struggle with why people pay what they do for costume jewelry especially when it is known to fall apart. I get buying inexpensive costume jewelry, but some of the costume prices approach or exceed the cost of fine pieces.

[@abbyl1449]

some pieces are objectively beautiful. the design is great. And whether we like it or not, a chanel brooch or a pair of earrings - as Sophie already said multiple times - are able to elevate pretty much any outfit. in my opinion that is what you actually pay for. Having said that, the fact that the stones and pearls fall off is unexcusable and ridiculous. Especially so when you go and complain about something they know is crap and they try to blame you for it.

[@jesssc402]

Clout

[@samanthalewin4397]

I would ra5her pay for a nice peice of silver or gold jewellery.

[@hristinakostova7131]

Yeah, I don't get it either. I'm personally obsessed with artisan/studio silver jewelry because I really love the sculptural aspect of their design, I own really amazing pieces, some of them are older than a decade now, and they still look brand new, they don't even have scratch marks! For the price of a pair of Chanel earrings with the quality of Aliexpress base metal junk I buy higher end silver pieces that are much better quality and much more interesting design.

[@niandral104]

Because they are paying for the logo. Besides the poor quality, I think the design is quite cool, people like it.

[@bobbien4219]

The Lv handbag flap is defective. They should give you a credit

[@ColoringKaria]

this person is a complainer. Even real good and silver scratches. I dont think anything will ever make her happy. Yes the store would totally give her store credit but why get store credit when you can do a video like this and get famous.

[@AB-sr3jd]

ColoringKaria you seem bitter with an agenda .... what’s up with that ?

[@artyjoseph1054]

@@ColoringKaria She should bc those are really expensive items.

[@mimisunshine692]

Made in China

[@naughtiasteffano9885]

@@mimisunshine692 lv is not made in china. Don't comment on things u know nothing about. U sound stupid.

[@HedonisticPickle]

When will people realize that for 90% of designer products, what youre paying for is the name.

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

Yep, that's it in a nutshell----you're paying for the name on the label. (Jan Griffiths).

[@GEOMETRICINK]

I disagree. If you’ve held a leather YSL bag then held some low quality leather bag the difference is quite astounding. Especially with handbags. Luxury leather bags are quite stunning in their craftsmanship.

[@fruitygarlic3601]

I think that people *do* realise that. When I speak to people I know about purchases from the most recognisable brands, they readily admit that -- especially if they worked hard for the money. However, as KL pointed out, some luxury products will be leagues better than their standard counterparts, and I am constantly in awe at the design of some products (even if their longevity and practicality weren't considered).

[@missanniekitty]

I don’t see a problem here. If you have financial freedom you have the freedom to buy whatever you want, whenever you want and from wherever you want. Universe is abundant.

[@lauratroi3324]

@@GEOMETRICINK then buy leather goods, locally, there a lot of local brands

[@SimonFanProductions]

This is my unbiased view: High Polish Metal finishing are prone to scratches. Luxury items are not indestructible. They're just as prone to damage and deterioration as a $30 item. A lot of Luxury fashion houses don't have "in-house" artisans. Most of them source from third party artisans. As for metal accessories, precious metal plated brass/silver components: the electroplating can rub off pretty fast since they're not capped and friction due to design flaw can accelerate wear. Remember that most of these luxury items are nothing more but status symbols and designs that you enjoy wearing. If you really want to wear metal accessories or jewelries then go for solid precious metal alloy. As for leather goods, that's up to you but know that "luxury" leather goods will age like "lower-tier" leather goods. They're the same material.

[@SimonFanProductions]

@WakinTheDeadFan Precious metal such as gold, palladium, rhodium, iridium, platinum, and tantalum in alloy form are hard enough that they're not malleable enough so they can maintain shape and they're inert so they don't tarnish or oxidize. I don't know what's "affordable" to your personal definition and standard so I'm staying away from that context.

[@sharonmartelli3154]

Educational to the max! And a side note your Chanel earrings have been to Paris more than I have 😂😂

[@myoennguyen150]

Sharon Martelli same here lol

[@thankyousomuch9527]

Lollllllllllll

[@creammoon2555]

can u send me instead of ur earings plsss lol

[@nikitazhou7968]

Nowadays even Replica’s Quality r r better than these real luxury brands

[@TheCarnivoreSoprano]

I've noticed

[@Psychology_8]

Totally agree 😊

[@MilwaukeeWoman]

I have a replica Chanel flap bag and it is sturdy and lovely and is holding up better than the one in this video. I like being able to use my things without being overly careful with them as if they were infants.

[@daniellafonagy7685]

Sooo true😂 I just can’t wear fake jewelry because I get some kind of reaction 😖 (every kind wish,h&m,etc)

[@angelmendoza6987]

agree. way cheaper and stainless

[@juliemason2551]

So refreshing to hear and see honest reviews on these luxury brands. I’m quite shocked at how low grade some of this stuff That Hermes cuff just looked cheap.

[@yardbored]

This channel is the most insightful retail therapy ever. I can listen to your voice and your rants all day. I probably am enjoying your rich person pain. No shade. Your channel is really satisfying.

[@beuatybeast9315]

the worst quality is Prada, especially handbags… leather, hardeware- everything has very short life. btw you look perfect- natural, fresh and young

[@carolrebeccareiss8968]

I agree. Prada has downgraded its quality over the years. It is a known industry fact. The owner wanted to maximize profits after the brand, which was not well known until the middle nineties, received the stamp of approval from the celebrity market. I still have some RTW from one of the early collections that I bought in Raspini in the 80s. It was much higher quality. Unfortunately the bags were fashion but never of the highest quality neither in construction or materials. I was a big fan for many years mostly 80s and 90s. It went down hill.

[@alexc1474]

My Prada shoes either fall apart in six months or last years and years

[@LuxeprivaeMedia]

Well considering their main material isn't leather, its nylon and those bags are excellent. Love them.

[@LuxeprivaeMedia]

@@alexc1474 are you selling them?

Thank you! Honestly more people who own such expensive items should speak up because these cost a lot & they should at least have the quality that matches the price tag!

[@mirabhatt9736]

Wow.. it’s shocking that some popular designer pieces are such poor quality!

[@m__6930]

My biggest peeve is jewelry from luxury brands that are made from cheap metals! Just why? Is it because it's targeted towards people who would only wear it for one season so it doesn't matter anyway?

[@judeevans7308]

I cant afford luxury items but I love your posts. You're a breathe of fresh air with your honesty and your approach.

[@CplJx]

1 sec, isn't Channel well known for their line of perfume, yet they couldn't engineer/test the earnings before hand.. smh 🤦‍♂️

[@irisyeo07]

I agree with you totally with Chanel earrings!! The crystals fall out all the time and it irritates me! Thanks for your honesty

[@yb01696]

The Stella McCartney lining is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles.

[@ru8351]

Yamil Bengochea love her for that ❤️❤️

[@MilwaukeeWoman]

There's ways of making fabrics from recycled things that don't sound so loud.

[@Lillianna93]

@@MilwaukeeWoman I own the normal (non glittery) version of the Falabella bag and mine definitely doesn't sound like hers. Actually it doesn't make a sound at all.

[@Ekb620000]

Lillianna same here. I own Stella McCartney’s Falabella bag from about 3 years ago and it doesn’t make this plasticy sound. In fact the lining seems smoother than it appears in the video. Maybe the brand has switched they lining material since then?

[@jenniferelyse5134]

Rubber piping on purses is one of my biggest annoyances when it comes to them, it doesn't matter how much the purse cost, in time it will always peel and there's no fixing it. I can forgive a lot, but that is not one of them.

[@jovannakrukow5806]

Totally agree!! I’ve actually found some replacement rubber pipping tho. It comes in a sort of liquid form and you just paint it on the edges of straps and it keeps it from peeling or cracking. I’ve fixed a few of my favorite purses that have gone through lots of use and they look practically like new.

[@jenniferelyse5134]

jovanna krukow good to know! I’ll see if I can find some

[@denisesheehan9189]

Wow, when the real products don't line up, colour fades, gems fall out, cannot be polished up again, painted leather edges...it makes the quality fakes really comparable!

[@julijakeit]

Thanks, Sophie! Been noticing this for years! Some big names became big pigs banking on naiveté of the people. Comparing with the vintage quality of the same brands and it's like day and night. Don't even bother with outlet stores or especially outlet malls, they all have mass produced and specifically designed to be of less quality just for the outlet. Have you even wondered why they all have 'new arrivals' that are in the season? That's why. Don't believe that 'overstocked' crap, no sane business would waste millions of 'overstocking' each season. Go for fair trade, eco-friendly quality brands that are lesser known but offer genuine quality. How to spot quality? There are so many good youtube videos on that. Get people educated.

[@kensonwong7452]

I wanted that Louis Vuitton bag. I’m now a bit disappointed. Anyways, I’m so glad that I found your channel. Your videos really changed my impulsive spending.

[@sunnyray4065]

She probably saved you a lot of money! :)

[@muhammadzikri8492]

just buy the vintage one if you wanted it LV bag so badly

[@Seriouslygorgeous]

Louis Vuitton is not a brand renowned for great quality as opposed to Hermès. Don’t buy LV unless it’s their monogram line.

[@Orlanzepol123]

OMG! This is the first video ever of someone telling us how cheaply made certain high end pieces are. I had no idea and thought they were all made to perfection.

[@jackyy4045]

Watching this knowing damn well I won't ever be able to ever afford any of it.

[@Beyondyouuu]

Every time I see expensive name brands jewelry I think to myself or anyone who buy it, I questioned myself why buy name brands jewelry that cost as much as real gold jewelry when I could of buy real gold that last a lifetime? If their stuffs is going to be that expensive they might as well make their products made of real gold.

[@alinap.5292]

If you are interested in buying jewelry that will actually hold its value and even appreciate you can check out mene.com. they make 24kt and platinum jewelry.

[@nataliem5995]

The conclusion: not all luxury items are really luxury quality!! Thanks Sophie 👍👍❣

[@sanyamalhi]

A video on the best luxury designer jewelry would be amazing!

[@fatemahhatem9873]

Don't worry I don't have the money to afford designer items.

[@shaina963]

speckled harami 😂😂😂

[@dancingdivazriooo]

Maybe one day you will

[@YrsaIris]

I am forever happy with my Givenchy Antigona. I have sold all my LV & Chanel bags because the quality doesn’t match. The Givenchy one does and it is sturdy and still looks brand new. I wonder what brands still are actually good instead of just trendy.

[@qveenissac]

Not enough people review items after having them long term. We only see the excitement and joy shortly after purchasing but never once it wanes and the true flaws (or pros) of the item reveal themselves. Great vid.

[@LittleMissEvreythin]

It's so good that your opening people's eyes to these faulty products. I'm a student with a part time job and honestly, I'd be so devastated if I saved up and wasted money on designer pieces that just fall apart

[@cherrytung]

Yesss!!! So fresh to see a fashion blogger talk about what NOT to buy!

[@suriren7399]

When u search the key words like not buy....u will see many bloggers sharing this topic

[@mf3778]

Yay, I was the 1,1k liker hahaha

[@JessiicaxXOXx]

An amazing luxury vegan brand is Angela Roi & I think you would love it Sophie. I have a few of her bags now and even using one of them every day for over a year there is barely any wear. They're all hand made so the quality is incredible & they look and feel like real leather. xx

[@58southwinds]

They send the earrings to Paris...! Wouldn't they just replace the earrings ? For that money! It can't be worth the postage. I've paid less for QVC jewellery items ( real not costume ) that's worn and worn with no issues ..so how can Chanel not make jewellery of a quality that would pass QVC quality control..

[@bababaoui]

Put your money on expérience and memories not stuff they dont last

[@jacquelinelugo5518]

For me, I'm just so tired of Michael Kors selling it's self as a luxury item. When it's not and the quality is not that good.

[@laughoutlau5580]

These days every second woman is wearing either a MK / LV / Prada bag which made them looked like a supermarket bag. When you paid for a designer / luxury handbag you expect to be in part of an exclusive market so what is so exclusive when even the cleaning lady is carrying a designer handbag like yours! LOL

[@zaramalik947]

Michael kors has two lines, one is affordable and one is luxury which has the clothes celebrities wear to red carpet events.

[@Nezukokjyuro]

A few years ago when I got my MK tote bag and purse and honestly my MK bag looks like I just got it yesterday fresh and clean and I wore it a lot while in uni bare in mind this is 2015 now 2019 and I dont wear it that often but it’s definitely worth a buy! Quality bag and leather and making

[@chicnoir29]

Michael Kors collection items are top quality.

[@foreverinbloom14]

I only have one MK bag and I've worn it here and there, sometimes everyday in the past 5 years and it's still looking decent. I don't even take care of it... like at all. So, IDK it's not bad quality in my experience

[@MarionBrandsen6204]

Love that you are doing these kind of videos. Because no one else does them. Thanks for your honesty. And really if they ask these kind of prices they should be perfect.

[@Mini-jk6rl]

I dont buy LV anymore due to its poor quality.

[@mariesanvicente3000]

I agree, u know whats worse they wont fix cracks on lv canvas what a shame.

[@pastelpurpledeathbed]

This is why I'm hesitant in buying new designer products and always thrift/shop vintage. No one should pay all this money for these products only to have end up like this. 🤢

[@MsNinahhh]

I love buying pre-loved, the only struggle I have is the authentication part.

[@annaswanson5903]

you are right to hesitate, I have my own regrets on items that were not worth the money

[@Kozickih]

Vintage is a great way to weed out bad products. If its survived someone else it'll probably survive me!

[@ija8254]

@@Kozickih so true 👍

[@hellohowareyouimfinethanky3699]

Yuk!!!!! Mulberry looks terrible! Thank you for letting us know.

[@ette_pilates7034]

Fun fact, I bought 3 of the Hermes bracelets, one pair of Chanel earrings and a Mulberry bag in Shanghai at the fake market and the quality seems to be better than the original for a fraction of the price 😂

[@58southwinds]

Sabrina Kascha so true...I brought a LV bag in Tenerife...Kerb side trader.....but I wanted a cheap bag for my swimming gear for back home..something to take to a hotel where I use the indoor pool ...it's excellent quality for thirty euros..get slung in car ..and on the changing room floor and stuffed with towel etc..and still looks good .. Best thirty euros spend abroad. I had a Gucci black fake from Singapore ...looked good for for twenty years!

[@ginacrea7105]

Sabrina Kascha Couldn’t agree more I’ve done exactly what you did bought at the same place and mine have been absolutely perfect at a fraction of the price

[@suze3221]

Aren't you embarrassed by your fake? They look rubbish.

[@alexishondras3413]

Fiona Marshall replicas at the fake market in Shanghai look spot on. Very hard to spot the difference. I have real designer and fakes from there very hard to spot the difference.

[@suze3221]

@@alexishondras3413 sorry, I don't believe that. Anyone who knows the brands know a fake bought on a market. The good fakes are hundreds of pounds, not the tat for under a hundred being shown on here. You're all deluded if you think they look good.

[@anatoljmakeup]

I can not believe!!! Especially for chanel boy bag, so dissaponting!!!

[@lon2336]

Wow, I didn't realise how bad the hardware issues were with Chanel and Louis Vuitton!! For a luxury brand that's quite inexcusable really. I understand some minor scratches after a long period of time but the hardware should not discolour like that. Thanks for sharing the reality of owning luxury items!!

[@rosinas]

I have a Vuitton wallet for few years and its still ok...But also let me say that i really enjoy Sophies videos !!! KZbin is full of mommy channels and beauty channels...so Sophies videos are really refreshing to watch !!!! 😻

[@Ms122486]

and full of sponsored things too, I also think Sophie is refreshing

[@nenerom]

For this reasons that's why I get most of my purses from Fossil.

[@lunarsular]

I think the thing I like the most of you is how bold you are at times. Hi from London

[@fernandoninjaskill]

I’m sad to hear about the Chanel Boy bag, I’ve been saving up! Thanks for your honest opinion ☺️

[@Galliano-we7xl]

Louis Vuitton canvas shoes, had bought several pairs and they always ripped like literally the canvas breaks in the middle of the shoe or at the stitching it Ripped off. Sneakers and sandals ! I returned them so often that I decided to stop buying lv at all.

[@natalie6887]

Did it on a Friday afternoon 😂😂 Also with the black LV bag and wallet, they look like they show a bunch of finger prints which would drive me crazy

[@marissagurney5285]

Natalie Renee I could see marks on the Mylockme BB.

[@shelleysbeads1]

Lovely well spoken woman. Knowledgeable about the subject she is speaking. It's nice, a breath of fresh air to hear someone who know's how to form a sentence and be able to speak clearly without all the ya's, you know's, aha & duh's. Proper speech thank you. Clear and to the point. She didn't stop the video to show us a picture of her child. She's very professional. I don't understand the hype of Channel period. The bags are so out of style and out of date. My grandmother had several of those bags she was reviewing.

[@elsaandnoah]

Older mulberry bags are better quality I think? All brands seem to be skimping & build quality is on the decline I find but prices continue to rise.

[@jacquelinewale1231]

elsaandnoah so true ,, I have quite a few vintage mulberry pieces , they are still going strong today .

[@benimadm7615]

And once again...there's the proof! A big brand,designer can sell you anything for lots of money,but actually isn't worth more than a zara item 😅

[@angeladobine145]

Omg!!! You are Heavenly sent for this video. I Do So Appreciate the facts you are sharing about these So-called luxury bags. Honestly, l bought the Louis Vuitton Reverse Replica/ Dupe. I must say the quality is Outstanding!! So much Satisfied with it. I spent about $90 for it. But, l tell you, lt looks like the real thing, but better. And l didnt spend 1000's for it either.

[@angeladobine145]

And the people who purchase luxury bags just to be in the spotlight of luxury items, tend to try and downgrade on people who spend their monies wisely. You can purchase dupe/ or replica that look identical to the real thing, without having to spend ALL your savings to purchase a luxury bag. WHY NOT PURCHASE A DUPE/ REPLICA AND KEEP THE 1000's in that same dupe/ replica you just bought. Now who's the Wiser???

[@veronicaelliott9582]

The quality of luxury brands has declined in the last 15 years because many designer brands use sweatshops or factories that are near sweatshop conditions.

[@TehMomo_]

^ IT'S TRUE AND YOU SHOULD SAY IT.

[@smrtmom1]

@@TehMomo_ The big brands that have all been bought out are some of the worst. LV, Chanel, Bottega Vanetta, etc are all owned by meg-companies, so QC is gone. Hermes is usually one of the few that still produce real quality, but even they have pieces that aren't up to snuff.

[@RBLXGaming23]

Synthetic leather is cheap plastic now matter how expensive a price tag you bought on it. The idea of "vegan luxury" is an oxymoron.

[@skurinski]

Angela Roi says hi.

[@xswtmiseryx07]

Have you heard of pineapple leather? I hope that becomes bigger.

[@Sinikkastudio]

stella mccartney uses recycled plasticbagd

[@otahime5799]

This makes me love my fossil leather bag so much. First bag bought with my own money about 5-7 years ago and still looks brand new

[@thehumbleone1983]

Thanks for this advice. What I’ve learnt is High designer brands these days have become so commercial that it’s all about the bottom line. How much money they can make . When in reality they have sacrifice on quality and service. I’ve also notice that their quality have become so flimsy that there’s honestly no difference between a (example) Coach etc...

[@alibearb]

you could put clear nail polish over to avoid future scratches. I did that to my bags and it helped alot

[@58southwinds]

Ali Bear I didn't even have to do that to a fake or lookalike bag !

[@NP-jy7qs]

The mentality of consumers is owning something “affordable “ and still have the luxury brand name embossed on as a social status even the quality of products is cheap, but thats where those “luxury” brands make the most money, every time a customer bought some overpriced accessories seems like they are being laughed at by those brands owners.

[@erikaweirdsurname4150]

I love how you look so classy and are so funny at the same time !

[@lauraweaver8780]

Tip on the Stella: You have to wear it a ton and then it doesn't make any sound except the metal, which is super loud imo. I had one I used almost every day for 2 years, and it was fantastic. The liner just starts off very stiff and you need to break it in.

[@goldstarnice7049]

You are a star ⭐️ Some of the products you mention were disappointed for what you pay for ,the designer wanted maximum profit and poor quality products!!! you are doing a great job of telling us xx

[@its_jag]

I'M SO DISAPPOINTED! I really liked the Hermes bracelet and wanted one... Thank you Sophie for sharing your experience! I'm really into accessories when it comes to luxury products... what are the best accessories you own? Those that are really good quality? I'd love a video about that :)

[@aishac4981]

Miss Berry Jane I have the clic h and actually wear it with the sticker still on the back of my wrist to protect it when I’m typing on the computer etc... but the h will still get scratched! :(

[@hanemaru95]

I have the black one, I’m never getting another one, they scratch so bad even on smooth surface, and I wear it to my lectures and stuff, don’t ever buy it.

[@aishac4981]

Little Missy it’s sad cos I kinda want a gold one, but I also wear my silver one to uni and it got so messed up 😭

[@kalitaylor9064]

I have two of the H click clap bracelets...absolute waste of good money! Rather save up for Van Cleef!

[@58southwinds]

Trouble is some wealthy people just treat these items as disposable...much like we would with something from Primark. Seems you are paying for a name not quality...paying for the advertising....too. High end quality bespoke items don't have to advertise..

[@kimchicupnoodles]

For some items like the Chanel earrings, I really think they are cheaply made. I own a few pairs and the back tag with date code fell off, got it fixed and then it fell off again and I couldn’t find the tag again. I got a pair where pearls fell off, I got it fixed and I didn’t wear them again, so the pearls are still on it. The crystals on my earrings thankfully have not fell off after so long, touch wood it never does. As for the bags and shoes, I own those too. They are really meant for prettiness and fashion and artwork pieces, they need to be used with care and they aren’t made to have crazy durability... the lamb leather is extremely delicate. My Valentino shoes in heels and flats wear off at the front tip and back heel really easily, like it scratches on the first day. If you want durability, you should pick another leather finish like caviar or patent, calf leather over lamb leather, for bags and accessories. As for all my designer shoes from experience, they scratch easily no matter what leather or finish they are. If you ask the sales about the shoes, they would say it is meant for walking on the red carpet, not daily crazy wear. Maybe you have a little too much expectation on all of those pieces for durability here. I do agree on the poor hardware and uneven lining of glaze is bad though. That just means they are handmade and you have to hand pick them when you make the purchases. I do understand that these items should be near “perfect” after spending so much, but they are handmade and won’t be perfect. All we can do is do homework and think if we can accept the pros and cons of each bag before buying it. Some of them do have quality issues, but some of them are just delicate. I love my boy bags, and lamb/caviar/patent pieces. They have wear and tear too, but I am okay with the edges wearing off. It is part of life and the bag becomes personalized in its way for me.

[@angeliquen.r.1103]

So basically “sometimes, things that are more expensive...are worse”

[@dalmatinka9084]

True. Because you waste a ridiculous amount of money of mediocre quality.

[@ishtarmari5160]

Is it from "Gay and wondrous life of Caleb Gallo"? :D

[@philomena_def-not-malcolm]

I laughed so hard at the "It sounds like a PLASTIK BAG!" remark on the Stella McCartney-thing. Yeah. It's vegan. So what should it be other then some kind of fabric and plastic-coating???

[@aswelive8]

I have the Hermès bracelet, but yes they scratch so easily.

[@annaswanson5903]

there are also so many fake ones in that particular design with the H clasp that I would definitely get a different clasp

[@xindirella3294]

I have products which were cheaper with a better quality. It's better to invest in real quality than in big brands!

[@alicep5986]

primark makes bags better than that mulberry bag, wow.

[@cynthiag1557]

I'm a music producer, and I was in Las Vegas a few months ago when I had to get a new phone. My phones screen completely cracked and so I went and bought a new Iphone 11 and had been looking around for a case, so one of my artists decided to buy me a luxury phone case cause I would always buy a fairly cheap one that I liked the design and so he took me to Louis Vuitton, we chose a phone case and he bought it, 800 dollars and so not long after that, I went back home, I made sure to take extremely good care of my phone and case and 3 weeks later, the back of my case completely peeled off! It was only staying on with sticky glue like the backing of a childs sticker! So I showed it to him, he got so angry and wanted me to return it and he would get me another phone case but I wound up just going down to Target and getting a case that I absolutely love now that was only 20 dollars and a better quality than this Louis Vuitton phone case.

[@danamahmoud951]

Dear Sophie, I wish I came across your video on this sooner. 4-5 years ago, I went on a trip to Hong Kong and shopped at a Vivienne Westwood store not from my hotel (can’t remember where exactly). I had purchased many items from bags, accessories, shoes and even jewelry. I’d say I pretty much bought 10 items. 5 out of those items were deteriorating or something wrong happened to them. The first item to malfunction was a wool mix scarf that needed washing. I I followed the directions on the label and even consulted an expert before cleaning it at home, end result? The scarf shrunk and lost its plush texture and length 😭 Item number 2: I got a set with the globe which consists of earrings and a necklace. The globe around the ring/orbit has a weak layer of metal that causes the globe to get easily bent or moved (ie it will snap off). The earrings are the same, weak metal holding, this made me stop wearing the set... Items number 3: I have 3 purses, one full leather flap, one material hobo and one material small evening purse. The hobo and leather bags’ straps’ lining was coming off, but one of the straps unfastened due to poor glue job (who fastens a bag strap with glue?!). I had enough and finally email some one from customer service in March regarding this, only to be sent an email stating that all products have an expiry date. Luxury goods DONT expire, first of all. Food, cosmetics and makeup expires. And second, what kind of reply is that? My heart is broken because I LOVE Vivienne Westwood, but their products and customer service is poor in quality. I am NEVER buying from her again.

[@youngandrestlessjean3634]

The very visible thread stitching on the Louis Vuitton wallet close up makes looks somewhat cheap to me.

[@Gelliny]

Hey Sophie maybe do a video about items that ARE worth our money and are good quality.

[@sawhaley3905]

I love your honest reviews! You really help people make better buying decisions.

[@hiimniasha]

I think many many years ago buying from SOME high end brands came along with the BEST quality (real gold, genuine pearls, silk etc). But now brands can manufacture the imitation of good quality but charge the same prices or higher.

[@11JadeStone11]

Vegan luxury handbag companies - Stella McCartney, LaBante, Von Holzhausen

[@Sinikkastudio]

11JadeStone11 we need more vegan companies...looks like compassion isnt ’in’ atm.. i am gonna keep supporting companies who dont kill animals x

[@kristylg]

Angela Roi is one. Search KZbin and you’ll find loads of videos on vegan luxury brands. I also found this to be a good comprehensive list: thetreekisser.com/fashion/vegan-shoes-vegan-bags