I PAID $2700 for this..... Louis Vuitton Neverfull Review and Deconstruction (Empreinte Leather)

Just above the $2700 mark ($2710), this is the Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM in Monogram Empreinte leather (Crème).
This LV Neverfull bag had a solid construction overall, with some minor thread defects missed during the assembly.
The heavy finish of Empreinte Leather is not my favorite since it has a more plastic feel and artificial look, but the upside is the protective benefits against stains and marks (vs minimally finished leathers). This is a pro if you're wanting something that looks neat and newer longer as opposed to that 'charactered' patina look more natural leather goods develop.
As usual, the Louis Vuitton packaging experience was excellent.
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[@vanessalee3187]

It was really difficult watching you cut up this bag but I couldn’t look away . I do own a couple of LV bags and watching these videos have honestly put everything in perspective for me that these bags are not worth the value that we as consumers place on it. We have all been so brainwashed into consumerism that we are willing to pay whatever to revive a product that isn’t even the BeST quality all for a name .. what you are doing is gods work please continue … love from New York!!!

[@Mai-sx3yf]

It’s just a bag

[@TermiteVideo]

@@Mai-sx3yf but it is a symbol and a symptom of a great deal more!

[@saythankyou111]

I agree,the sound is deafening but in a satisfying way……🤪

[@marleneflourentzou680]

God

[@alistairt7544]

My mom wanted this particular LV bag. She has vintage ones that she bought back in the 80s and early 90s, but she noticed that the newer ones, are just not the same quality and craftsmanship anymore. Plus, they also increased the prices. So it's not even worth buying luxury goods anymore. It has became too mainstream, and is heading to the direction of fast fashion. We're just lining up the pockets of the owners and the executives or these brands anyway. I, myself, just spend my extra hard earned money on travels instead. Memories and experiences are longer lasting than material possessions 😉 We've been blinded too much by OVER consumerism. Time to wake up and save the money and use it smarter.

[@daveincognito62]

Hands down the best channel. The value this guy brings for free is incredible. Thank you for your service and educating the consumers on the scams we’ve been brainwashed to buy

[@incyphe]

Even up until 12 years ago, LV was, dare I say, a fairly decent value. A nice Speedy 35 was 600-700 bucks. Now, it went up by over x2.5, and the crazy part is, Speedy 35 is one of the better valued LV product still on sale. Thanks for the great tear down as usual. Love the stain test.

[@victoriagonzales5164]

I blame influencers for it 😢 everyone seems to have it that they are normalised, people buys without making a well thought decision based on whether the full craftsmanship is worth it plus all the teams to make it get a decent payment

[@SummeRain783]

The speedy is still a nice bag. Handbag prices have gone up so much that the speedy seems very affordable relative to other designer handbags today.

[@ashleylala4293]

I agree. 12 years ago does seem to be the tipping point where luxury stopped being luxury because EVERYONE started buying it and the prices just went mental. Once it became so common and run of the mill, I kind of lost interest but I’ve watched in amazement at the skyrocketing prices, declining quality/customer service and people still waiting in lines, stampeding in the stores like cattle to buy the shoddy crap. I feel like I live in a world gone mad.

[@alistairt7544]

​@@victoriagonzales5164I agree. Influencers have killed luxury. Many of these pieces looks "cheap" to me now :/

[@llkoolbean4935]

I credit this man alone for the current shift in buying quiet luxury brands!😂

[@briannegarcia8265]

I agree!

[@wm491]

Thank you for doing this video while consumerism is so popular these days, and there are still many people believe that the thing they wear represent who they are, they believe in price tags and brands instead of inner value. This video is a good reminder for all the consumers 😊

[@sandraobrien3985]

It would be really interesting if you could add in a section to stress test the bags, for example to show potential corner wear, or where you would foresee the bags to wear out first (creasing etc)

[@heygirl7633]

I don't think I've seen another video that's viscerally horrifying and satisfying at the same time like this...

[@TheFiown]

I found a beautiful vintage bag in a market for very little money because it had a huge stain on it but I used bathroom creme cleaner and it came off great. I used it allover the side of the bag and not just on the stain, then I waxed it up. This was a bag without any modern finish like this Vuitton. When you get a good bag with great leather it's easier to care for and last longer. I have over 200 vintage bags that I collected because no one wanted vintage back then as it was seen as 'old' and 'used'.

[@shirin8609]

Vintage _is_ old and almost certainly used, by definition.

[@corinalina]

Thanks for the interesting information. As a Spaniard I have an obsession with leather goods and them feeling and smelling like leather (smell is my ultimate test when buying leather goods). So i am not a big fan of heavy leather finishes because it eliminates the leather experience. I recently saw the Longchamp Le Pliage bag in leather at a department store and even though it obviously has a finish on the leather, the bag smells good and the leather folds naturally. Would you be interested in doing a review on this bag?

[@pepercat17]

Please please please do the Dooney and Bourke Florentine satchel. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 I know I am not the only one who would love to see you deconstruct that bag and give your opinion.

[@claralgonz]

Super helpful! Love watching your videos. It’s so educational and eye-opening for us consumers. Makes you think twice before spending all that money on a single bag.

[@surferkat24]

thank you for providing your estimation of cost. It really helps to give perspective on the actual cost, vs the retail cost of these goods. Thank you for your time, attention and level of detail!

[@phantomthread4385]

It's good to see the huge markup these companies make. Just wish it went more to the artisans and sales people and not just the fatcats right at the top. The last scandal about Chanel being a sweatshop is just eye opening.

[@alistairt7544]

It's infuriating, just thinking about it. No wonder Arnault shot up to richest man in the world during the pandemic. That's why I'm steering away from the big luxury brands. Currently looking for artisan brands that are high-quality, forever pieces, and reasonably priced.

[@TH-eb5ro]

They do have a lot of overhead with stores, workers and all of that so it would be interesting to see how the financials play out. However Arnaults financial position sort of gives us a clue on where the money ends up.

[@lizdavies264]

Vuitton is also made in sweatshops in the middle of France and elsewhere

[@sammiecheco6239]

You’re truly an artist of deconstruction. I really enjoy your videos. I wonder now how many contemporary and luxury brands watch your videos and hold internal meetings on how to construct their bags in preparation for one of your eventual “deconstructions”.

[@XX-jk7hx]

I am so glad for thise reviews becouse if you dont give a dime in status and just want something good for your money than this is the channel to go to

[@sct4040]

The thing about LV, the resale value is quite good. I never made money selling of course, but recoup about 75% made me happy. Gucci only 50%, Coach, RRL about 30%. Other brands like Longchamp leather is excellent quality, but resell value is poor. I have sold 90% of my collection in order to pay for medical, at least I was able to do that in 2020-2022. With the recession here, I am so glad I sold then rather than now.

[@daisyo.6666]

If you had kept the money in the bank and made some investments, that would have been a smarter choice 😅 People think getting back some money makes it a better choice, but that money could have generated more money so it is not just what you spent, but what you lost from not having it.

[@Elischarlot]

Thank you for this video, it’s so interesting to see at the end how much the leather cost. Before I find your channel i thought it was way more expensive the leather of LV, YSL etc .Love your channel 🙏🏻😊

[@iggs10]

As a Louis Vuitton lover, I died a little inside watching you deconstruct the bag. 😂

[@kismet2354]

@@tanner.leatherstein😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣So it’s only the “packaging” the bag came in, that’s “worth the money?” Too FUNNY!🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@sarahjohnston4460]

Thank you so much for making these videos, so important to see where your money really goes when buying these bags!

[@niv6716]

Been waiting so long for this!! Such an amazing video. Thank you so much!

[@lindapassos]

Considering the rumours on luxury fashion that LV its stopping the production of this model, I have to say you're a brave man destroying this bag 🙈 I know you pay for it and you can do what ever you want (besides that's one of the purposes of your channel) , but seeing the rage of the luxury bags community in this past weeks, I really admire you 😅 Personally I wouldn't dare especially on KZbin 😂😂😂 So thank you for this video.

[@Prokrastina]

@@tanner.leatherstein Don't give the haters another thought - keep up the good work! 👍

[@oight]

@@tanner.leatherstein what you are doing is sooo important, it's helping those of us who would have otherwise never known about the quality of "luxury" branded bags! your videos have also made me more interested in leather and think a lot more buying either from a smaller maker, or paying a justified price for a similar quality one! I would honestly expect some luxury makers to be in full PR saving-face mode in these circles... who knows what posts that get a lot of attention are really genuine. for most of us, we're happy you're making these videos! I just think about how much money is saved by people waking up to a lot of exploitative marketing to spend their savings on bags that aren't worth the quality they thought they were. even realising that if a luxury brand is massive, then obviously the amount they have to spend on branding and PR is huge. therefore that's clearly reflected in the increased price of the bag, not increased quality. that made me wake up a lot 😅

[@margaretjeannemoore]

I think he’s BOSS for doing it! Lol. Balls to the walls take no fcuks😊

[@kaydublin5164]

Not stopping , just not selling in the stores, only on line by a wait list.

[@victoriagonzales5164]

I love this, my mom can recognise by eyeing a bag if it’s leather or not, I cannot so we need help! 😊

[@BlueSkyOcean]

Thank you for doing this. Makes me stop looking at those bags :) you are awesome (and the video is very therapeutic)

[@sliu2943]

Love the ASMR when dissecting the bag.

[@User9781yt]

Thank you for educating the public

[@abyingermany]

Hi, I really like your videos and how you estimate the cost of the bags in the end. It shows that it is not really the high quality perse that we are paying nor the price of the leather, because craftmanship only cost approx. 160 for this bag, and the total of 300 dollars is so far from 2000+ dollars. Such an eye opener. I support this channel

[@miriamha970]

I love LV. Something about it is so enticing. I’m lucky I can’t afford it these days. I do own a lot of LV from the past and definitely appreciate their beauty❤

[@mellel5594]

Enjoy your LV collection! I can guarantee that the older LV bags are more reflective of the quality that LV used to instill in their products. Today, the integrity of their bags is not as solid, and the price is far greater than it ought to be. They're selling an image, not the highest quality product. ✌🏾

[@Dwightinho56]

A pretty easy bag to produce. The price and the constant increases is horrific. For that reason I have stayed away from LV for years. I have quite a collection of LV but not willing to pay today’s prices.

[@lottesundstrom908]

I have this bag in black. I’ve always known this bag is leather, but it feels much more stiff than the canvas bags. After watching these videos, I don’t see myself purchasing another LV bag.

[@koekjevannougats2860]

Maybe that why that bag was called "NEVERFULL" coz the kind of leather used is not totally "FULL LEATHER " but "FULL OF GLORIFIED PLASTIC MATERIALS" instead..... LOVE THIS VIDEO,,,

[@mainem.4513]

Thank you for everything you do, good sir!

[@victorcraraujo]

This man sure has beautiful hands. Thank you!!!!!! Love this kind of videos

In the stain test, the most common stains tends to be dye transfer from dark clothes (ex. jeans). I would love it if you can test that as well especially on a white leather.

[@bombom_c]

I am learning a lot about leather thank to your videos. I got myself your LaSalle Grande bag. I ❤ it.

[@theprousteffect9717]

My dream in life is to be able to afford these bags, and then buy something better quality 😂

[@galopoulo75]

Great video. I guess it’s the physical stores, overheads, marketing, packaging, ‘free’ shipping and ‘free’ returns that are also contributing to the high costs of purchasing these designer bags.

[@sct4040]

Also the CEO’s high salaries.

[@lemonzestaste]

First stab to the bag felt personal 😳.. I buy their canvas bags , and leather for small goods .. I enjoy all the episodes 👜 .. gives great perspective .. 👏👏

[@juki3451]

I love light colored leather bags, but I also love to wear dark blue jeans. It's not a good combination when wearing a cross bag that rubs on your jeans. Thx for the rubbing alcohol suggestion to remove stains. I still have many of my LV bags I bought in the past; some as old as 20 plus years. I just find over the years that the luxury bag brands have become overly expensive (extreme gouging) & poor value for the dollar spent. Now, I would rather put my hard-earned money in their stocks & buy a better quality lesser known brand at a fraction of the price. Keep up the great video 👍

[@tnene8264]

I love LV bags! Sometimes I'm wondering if its worth it?!Thank you so much for sharing this video!Its highly appreciated!🙏♥️

[@turbocar5656]

This was an interesting take on the craftsmanship of LV. I’m new to the channel, but do you have a video where you recommend bags that have higher quality leather craftsmanship for a better price?

[@fitsf7453]

Thank you so much for this awesome review this opens up my eyes too many things in the world❤😮

[@itaobyrneokeeffe7908]

Beautiful bag,and great advice.Thank you.

[@TashapeshapeTah]

Not skipping ads. Hope it helps you recoup!

[@Jennifer-pb7zq]

I did not skip the ads. Hope you get more from your videos.

[@jcpriyanto]

Hi Tanner! Recently I just purchased a Bottega Intrecciato Bi-fold wallet. Do you think maybe you could do a deconstruction on that? Would like to know what you think of the wallet and whether it's a good quality wallet. Thank you! 😄

[@xy4cca299]

This is amazing! Thanks for the video

[@mirandashapiro3184]

Is there a reason for the edge paint being black? I was wondering why they don't use one that matches the rest of the bag so it's less noticeable when it starts to wear off.

[@Jennifer-ep7sw]

wondered if you tried non acetone nail polish remover for the nail polish and hopefully the sharpie without dissolving the finish...if you rinse quickly it might work without damage, good luck !

[@mikedonovan9783]

I am wondering, when you talk about the production cost of a bag , you evaluate it with european salaries ? Because i guess that depending on the country (France vs Portugal vs Romania) the cost is not the same. Not even talking about China or Vietnam (since a « made in France » or « made in Italy » doesn’t mean it is 100% made in this country)

[@AMAM-yf2om]

I wonder how heavy is this leather version. Great review.

[@farhadfadayi7389]

another great video. I've learned too much from your videos. thanks for that. one question. what is best edge paint for leather bag? thanks in advance.

[@pinayinsklee]

Super love this kind of review , tell a lot to the Lv speedy .

[@sheilanasrallah1578]

Great review! Can you please make a review on Tod’s handbag?

[@alannis101]

Love watching your videos!

[@MrYunusaditz]

Would love your opinion about Luxury brand. Which luxury brand has the best leather so far that worth the price?

[@hbyellowful]

Did u find the microchip which LV said would be in the newer bags?

[@lightwithin5511]

Thank you so much for this review! ❤

[@jholden0]

What blade do you use in your le'indespensible?

[@amywee82]

Thank u so much. It’s very educational.

[@maymartin5242]

did you found a microship inside the lv neverfull white?

[@rosemaryhricko7697]

That was very informative. Thank you.

[@joannemartin4620]

Watching these videos had really changed my ideas. I definitely don’t want to carry a bag that marks me as a chump. I would rather carry a bag someone has made.

[@saleha_k]

Could you please do a video on the Valentino Garavani Rockstud Spike bag in soft lambskin nappa with chain (medium size)?

[@same5952]

Man, watching you "deconstruct" this bag hurt like hell! LOL!

[@christiecruzxo2841]

I’d love to see your thoughts on Portland Leather Goods ❤

[@clumsywithwords]

I'm curious. While deconstructing all these expensive bags, do you ever see something and think "oh, this was done in a smart way, I could implement it in my work". It feels that for the amount of money they cost, something should be done smarter/better than regularly.

[@felicityw5163]

I only have one LV bag (speedy 25)and it's in leather. I find it can keep its shape pretty well. The heavier the items inside, the better the shape. I do feel it's a well made bag regardless how others view as a waste of money.

[@jelynaubreydizon2772]

Not skipping ads for your reviews

[@kip6978]

I appreciate your video for the deconstruction of the LV neverfull in Empreinte leather. After the microfiber liner was removed, I saw some fainted prints on the inside lining of the leather showing "LYLIANE' ? Do you have any idea why Louis vuitton leather has that printed inside the leather? Or it is the outsourcing tanning manufacturer for LV? Thanks again for the video.

[@sarosaaaa]

I saw it too. Sounds like the name of a Chinese brand from Amazon lol

[@misstoasted2525]

I cant wait till you do a Hermès Birkin or a Kelly! You're gona get there i know it!

[@mwedzi]

I really appreciate this thorough deconstruction. I like LV's leather designs, but too pricy for me. I wish I could find a less expensive brand that made something like their bicolor empreinte or their empreinte in multiple colors. Maybe a kind soul reading this comment will recommend something.

[@yrssur]

Just go to a bazaar and buy a 1/1 replica for 5 dollars ;)

[@torey4322]

I would like to see the Gucci camera bag be done! I want that bag but I want to see you tear it apart first 😂😂 lol

[@parishers6351]

Get the Gucci bag

[@jdbimmer3853]

Thank you for this!👍👍👍

[@JessikaTPQ]

The loose strands reeeeeally bother me. I spent less than a TENTH on a larger leather bag from your site that didn't have a single loose strand throughout!!

[@katemiller7874]

So that’s the game he’s got a site. I’m sure he’s selling bags. Lol

[@JessikaTPQ]

@@katemiller7874 I wouldn't call it a game but yes, he does have a company that I've been shopping from for years, first on Etsy and then directly on his site. I would definitely call him out if he was selling trash while calling out other brands. However, his leathers and stitching have always been super high quality in my experience so I trust his opinion.

[@parishers6351]

Well said. People can be so immature in their ignorance.

[@abackimages5351]

When do you put them back together?

[@jlouutube65]

Awesome work on this channel! I refuse to make someone else rich just by buying their over-priced bags. There are far more important things to spend my hard earned money on, than on something to impress strangers I will never see again. The people that matter to me, love me, not my stuff. :)

[@iqbalnash5748]

Have you ever breakdown products from Charles & Keith? My mother bought one new and i'm curious about its value

[@laurenlee4904]

Those bags are made by their subcontractors in China. Many are PU, those that are leather are not top grade but passable.

[@2008MrsKim]

He repairs bags, but we carry them. Shoutwipes and hairspray is all you need. Shout-wipes for quick clean up and hairspray for everything else. Saved my bag from permanent marker. DO NOT spray directly on the bag, spray on a flat item, bowl or plate then dip the Qtip and dab the marks..DO NOT SCRUB just DAB. Do this at your own risk because I was very very careful and over a few hours the 3 inch mark was gone. I say dab because the tip of the mark got a bit rough because I tried to scrub with the Qtip so just dab.

[@phantomthread4385]

What do you do with the remnants of the bags after you've taken them apart?

[@KimballPrecisionRifles]

Throw it in the garbage where it belongs. Someone needs to have brain rot to genuinely want this shit. Lol

[@ATLFosterDogs]

Have you done any videos on less expensive brands like Cole Haan?

[@parishers6351]

He did coach which is far better in quality

[@wanderingfattie]

Ok but where can we find those brands or people who make similar bags without the prestige? I have my eye on this neverfull because it’s made of leather instead of their canvas plus how much it can carry both in volume and weight … would love to find a quality leather equivalent

[@KimballPrecisionRifles]

This stuff is not what I would call leather. When it has that plastic coating it is instantly garbage. The leather won’t be able to breath like the natural material it is needs too. You also won’t be able to condition the leather, which will help it last a long time. Look up handmade leather bags. You can still get similar colors of high quality leather, without the stupid plastic coating.

[@danareynolds1007]

This bag is a little more structured than the one I see here . Did they change it ??

[@tamaradavis6437]

Whether you want it to be or not...this is ASMR. 😮

[@sara_s_]

Love your videos.

[@maryclairedesouza7248]

The lipstick heart was adorable

[@ThekimG313]

What bag is going to survive a sharpie ?

[@Heather-qg1hv]

I’d be curious if LV after care services would fix it if you brought it in after taking it apart.

[@circuitbreaker8314]

ha!

[@kaydublin5164]

😂

[@hanskaiser6030]

Anyone knows how much this is in Paris with detax?

[@Acrospa]

Fantastic review😭 I just bought a mini bag with this leather haha

[@WalkingandTalkingAussieGirl]

fascinating. well done for putting the real truth out here

[@hur._.16]

Can you tell me abut leather type?? 0:02

[@TermiteVideo]

It would help if you could explain exactly what you are doing during the deconstruction

[@unicornlens]

I loathe the LV Neverfull so much and this deconstruction is so ASMR satisfying. Thank you!

[@mercyr6105]

Hear it all the time that the vintage ones are better ....maybe more factory made today? Not sure but i know i had a bologne 30 from 1987 perfect condition ...newer ebene hobo and already needs relacement handle and key chain strap

[@mariettestabel275]

Why want people buy things from Designers who are died. Are people stupid? They have Zero personality... Example: Christian Dior 1905-1957 COCO CHANEL 1883-1971🤦‍♀️

[@barbsawyerlifestyles2850]

Portland Leather Goods sells all leather bags - i would be interested in seeing you review one - they seem to have a cult following.

[@onellapiyatilake8672]

He actually has a video out on Portland leather:) kzbin.infoANc2aoba_U4?feature=share

[@Alphadan]

Nice video overall! Next time you should improve camera quality/resolution... Some videos are so cropped that they are all pixelated.

[@aziza0990]

Please make your version in off white. I will buy immediately!!!!!

[@wildcat62282]

This bag and LV in general is so unimpressive. The lining felt so cheap, the hardware was light and almost plastic like, and the leather was rubbery and felt like PU. Not a fan at all. Can you review Dooney Florentine, APC, and Mansur Gavriel? I love these low key brands that have a cult following. And Mulberry of course ❤

[@Ericteoh25]

I really want to buy my first piece of LV.. but after watching some videos of yours.. I really consider my choices going to other brands

[@TK-un1pu]

Hi, I’m new to this channel but could you please do a review on Brahmin?

[@Lataysia]

My boyfriend and I love your videos! 😂👌🏽

[@kimroller3609]

I have 2 of these Neverfulls. My only complaint is that the stiffness of the leather prevents the cinch ties from staying in place. Otherwise, I am happy with them and will never sell.

[@infairvarona]

My grandma has this bag and I borrowed it from her for a trip and the straps were painful after a while, I think because they were too thin. 😢

[@katemiller7874]

I have the black. It’s gorgeous and durable. I love it

[@parishers6351]

Never say never 🤣🤣I sold Luxury bags I told myself never would I sell😂

[@parishers6351]

The monogram cans straps are softer then all the neverfull

[@bethanyanderson1745]

​@@parishers6351 - which monogram bag?