The Most Underrated Louis Vuitton Collection Ever- IMO

I showcase 4 pieces from what I believe is the most underrated Louis Vuitton Collection ever.
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[@winnies2393]

As an American, I had no idea they were essentially like deer for you guys! Thanks for sharing! I absolutely love these vintage videos. It’s fun to learn about what brands were doing before I started collecting along with seeing how those pieces have held up over the years. Thanks for sharing it all with us!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@littleblackbabycat]

No they're not!!!!

[@eileenr9932]

I love all this history and info. Thank you for sharing and what amazing pieces 😍

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@yesi8384]

What a great video.Thank you sharing this information and and sharing your love for handbags. Love you Meredith.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you so much!

[@Smilingcats_couture]

That is so brilliant! That bag with the trick is so awesome! Best design ever! The others are so nice for travel as well. Such deep rich colors. Neat you got the catalogue in one of them!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Totally agree!

[@LivM04]

What a great informative video, so interesting to find out about previous collections, I hope you enjoy your new beauties 😊

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@AliciaLarriera]

Thnaks for sharing the history and the rewards of the hunt.This would have been an incredibly successful line if LV had marketed it as being Australian leather at the time (though perhaps not in Japan!). The design of that last bag is genius. Shades of the Longchamp Le Piage bags but about 100 x more detailed. amazing.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks Alicia!

[@devincristopher3]

beautiful tote bags🦋🖤🦋 love the messenger as well🦋🖤🦋 the caramel bag is so cool!🤎

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks Devin

[@christianask3970]

Super interesting video. Thanks for sharing! I would enjoy more videos like that around “archive” pieces and also a video about your most favorite runway pieces that didn’t make it into production from LV and Fendi or also other brands.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you. I actually have some upcoming LV content around pieces that weren’t produced!

[@AutumnBeckman]

Fascinating. I didn't know that much about kangaroos and how they're used. Beautiful bags and that last one is so cool!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks Autumn. I’m hoping more people see the beauty and durability in the leather as it really is amazing.

[@TheLuluLife]

Meredith you are always teaching us something new! You are a wealth of knowledge 😀

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you. Not sure about a wealth of knowledge but I do know my Louis Vuitton!

[@deborahcurtis1385]

Perfect travel bags Meredith! Strong, light and neutral.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Absolutely they are!!

[@shabchique7149]

Learn something new today. Thanks Meredith!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks for watching

[@carolynkidd2196]

So interesting Meredith. Had no idea about kangaroo leather and those pieces are quite special. Piqued my interest for sure. Thanks!!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Wonderful!

[@pappyone6062]

Wow Meredith these are just beautiful pieces. I wish they would bring back that leather in something smaller. The leather looks amazing! Thanks for sharing this information. Being in the US this is not something I knew. Maybe LV will watch this and listen!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you so much!

[@reginaf21]

Enjoyed your video! Very informative. Really learning a lot from you.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JillMaurer]

Such an interesting video Meredith! I had never heard of this collection. xoxo

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jessicaslifestyle4637]

That weekender bag is amazing! I definitely wouldn’t mind hunting one down for myself!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

You should! It’s an amazing bag!

[@Blackbirdinthedeadofnight]

Very interesting and informative. Thanks! I enjoyed it!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@amylovespilates]

They are very pretty. Great use of using all of the animal which is important when culling. My hubby is a bow hunter so I understand the responsibility of using everything.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you 😊

[@devincristopher3]

i love new orleans! we've never been for fat tuesday but you make it sound fun💚💜

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It was the most fun I’ve ever had!

[@JenniGower]

Thank you lovely Meredith for explaining about our problems with Kangaroos here in Australia. Others find it hard to understand our predicament we have with these animals however majestic they may be. Thank you also for the history of these absolutely stunning pieces. I can see why you want to collect them all. I had never heard of them before either. Enjoy your new pieces and I can't wait to see what is to come. Much love. Jenni. XX

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks Jenni. I remember living just outside of Canberra a few years ago and rounded a corner very early one morning and came face to face with a massive grey. Must have been 7 foot tall, just standing on the side of the road as if it was waiting for a bus. I’ve never been so scared. Had that Kangaroo decided I was a threat it would have killed me. People think they’re cute and harmless, they don’t understand the danger and the damage they do. Of course I’m not suggesting getting rid of all of them, but there’s a reason the government supports culling. Thanks for your support xx

[@JenniGower]

@@livingluxwithmeredith OMG Meredith that was a very scary situation you found yourself in and I am so glad you came away unscathed. They are so very strong and like you say people think they are so cute and harmless especially overseas visitors. I remember 40+ years ago when we went to live in Darwin we drove to Port Augusta then put our car on the Ghan which only went to Alice Springs back then, and then drove to Darwin. The Ghan was full of overseas visitors and they were in awe of the kangaroos thinking they were so cute jumping around the place looking harmless. I could here some saying they would love to be able to pet them. If they only knew what they were really like. I totally agree about not getting rid of all of them but the government is so right in supporting culling. Always here to support you lovely Meredith. Enjoy your weekend. XX

[@holliehoward5484]

I love these bags ! So beautiful 😍

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Me too!!

[@ChatsWithChris]

That’s so cool I love how convertible it is!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It’s a fantastic design Chris

[@joyLoveC]

Thank you, Meredith! That was educational! I didn’t know that kangaroos are so widespread to the point of being pests 😁

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I think people only see Australia from a City perspective. Most of our country is dessert and rural so there’s a very different lifestyle beyond the cities.

[@katcankan7129]

I am happier with this collect as the pattern is aligned on the pieces 😊. I can sew so my eye is always drawn to areas of misalignment 🤨🙈🤣... You need a museum. It would be nice to have your collects formally displayed 💜

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I would love a museum! Even just an exhibition!

[@wandarussell5983]

Absolutely amazing Meredith!! I didn’t know that!! I live in USA Tn. and deer meat is plentyful!! It’s hunted during season and rattlesnake meat and crocodiles are known for their hides especially in Louisiana..purses etc. I 100%agree with you! I’d love to have a kangaroo bag one day!! Thanks for the info!!??❤❤❤❤

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Each country has their own take on different animals so it’s great to be able to share ours! Thanks Wanda!

[@julietuffee]

Very interesting! I love the last bag, what a beauty!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I think so too!

[@StyledByGwenny]

I had no idea that kangaroo leather was so light, flexible, and hard-wearing! I'm super impressed with the folding weekend bag! 🦘

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks Gwenny!!

[@independentfashionvictim3687]

what an amazing piece of fashion history!

[@chrysoulaconstantinides4674]

Love their colour....and would love to try that type of leather

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

They really are beautiful

[@simplyspice9991]

Those bags are amazing. I love the sheen on the bags. It’s the first time I am hearing about Kangaroo leather. I also had no idea that kangaroos was considered to be pest. I always thought they were a national treasure of Australia. Thank you so much for sharing some facts about kangaroos.❤

[@deborahcurtis1385]

There're not an introduced pest, they are indeed a native animal to Australia and proudly appear on our coat of arms. But numbers get out of control from time to time and culling programs are needed.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

They are a symbol of our country but an animal that breeds well and causers damage. They’re also dangerous, you don’t ever want to get too close! As long as the meat and skin can be used then there’s no reason not to use them for leather.

[@deborahcurtis1385]

@@livingluxwithmeredith I come from the country Meredith, I understand where you're coming from.

[@simplyspice9991]

@@deborahcurtis1385 thanks for your explanation. Truly appreciate it.

[@simplyspice9991]

@@livingluxwithmeredith I fully understand now. Thank you for taking the time to explain! I think they are beautiful but I never seen them in person before.

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Thanks for sharing your insights and tips ❤😊

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

You are so welcome!

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

@@livingluxwithmeredith 💕💗

[@HerNameIsRio2]

This is so cool! They are beautiful! I hope this isn’t a stupid question but does it smell good like the “normal” leather we are used to?? ❤

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Lol, not a silly question. The leather goes through the sane tanning process so still smells like leather.

[@swynn3716]

Truly fascinating. I live in a community where deer are like vermin. They are everywhere. It is not uncommon to look out and see 8 deer standing around in my driveway. We have to be careful to not hit one while driving in the area. We also have bears which,while not as prolific, still are commonly seen. So I get the need to cull. And while culling is necessary it just makes sense to use them for hides, meat, etc. I think the bags you have are wonderful and I see the beauty in the leather. I look forward to you continuing to source more bags and share them with us.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you 😊 And thank you for sharing your experience with deer 🦌

[@nickjsne]

So I knew that Kangaroos can be considered pests … however never even thought that the hide would be used as leather ! Every day is a school day ☺️☺️ The pieces look so supple !!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Kangaroo leather really is beautiful Nick.

[@rom-dozer3999]

That black tote would make such an amazing work bag!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Yes it would!

[@kathyn1343]

They are beautiful, I love the damier interior!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

They are beautiful

[@michellewebb8722]

These bags are stunning 🤩

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I think so too!

[@viviennebustraan2713]

Beautiful ! The leather ❣️

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

The leather is beautiful

[@michellecrawford5692]

Hope you had a great time in New Orleans. So New Orleans is about 3 hours west of my home!😊 My husband is familiar with kangaroo boots and said they are the best you can buy! He thinks you are SUper cool!!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you so much. New Orleans was a fabulous experience!

[@valeriiarenas92]

Oh! 😮I didn't know about the kangaroo leather. In my country we don't have kangaroos, so for me it was an interesting video and topic. I learned something new today, thank you.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@accountingforluxury]

OMG I want these pieces now! I want both of those last two!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Blake should get the last one to travel with. It will last forever and you don’t have to be careful with it!

[@accountingforluxury]

@@livingluxwithmeredith if he didn’t already have a beautiful leather duffle I’d agree completely! But maybe I could gift him it anyway 😉

[@melindagoodin164]

Gorgeous!!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you!!

[@bongojones67]

Love the transformer bag. Did you see that both Nike and Puma have agreed to stop using Kangaroo leather, its also banned in the states since the 70's and Europe is currently debating

[@blktauna]

I just saw that and wondered.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

My understanding is it’s only certain states in the US? I find it so strange that countries will ban something we farm. Nike and Puma have found a product they think will mirror the current kangaroo they have. It’s cheaper, quicker and faster so not surprising they’re moving away from real leather.

[@iyamom4]

I totally understand. Being American I was shocked that you said kanga or Roo were used. I can't it reminds me of a lady doing my nails and I asked her about her bracelet. I thought it was jade. When she said it was ivory I was mad. I love 🐘 and cannot support her business. I have not been back. The bags were beautiful but I can't.

[@jeangenie5179]

I enjoyed this video; thanks for all your research. I can now see why luxury brands shy away from kangaroo leather though - the wrinkles are not giving high end vibes (to my eye). Remember those cheap eelskin magnetic wallets from Hawaii in the 80s - that's what this collection reminded me of.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I don’t know the wallets you’re talking about I’m sorry. The leather was crinkled specifically for this collection, usually kangaroo is quite a smooth leather. But different finishes appeal to different people which is what makes luxury fun!

[@jeangenie5179]

@Living Lux with Meredith very true...thank goodness we don't all like the same stuff.

[@rosahinson2166]

Great video. Love learning about kangaroos. I guess we all have a soft spot for kangaroos from Winnie the Pooh.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Lol, and yet poor piglet gets eaten all the time!

[@DaylesAddiction]

Love the history and the smooshieness

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Smooshieness is now a term we shall use!

[@babyyoda7684]

Hi Meredith! Great video. Quick question. I’m interested in the tote bag, and I found one going $1400 USD. Is that a fair price for that piece?

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

That is a fair price. I wouldn’t go much higher then that though.

[@kathleenewing3673]

Thanks for the lesson on pests from other countries. I live where deer are plentiful and have been in the car when one hit the hood, and had one end up in the backyard. Not all animals are perceived the same way everywhere. Meat and hides should be used if possible and those bags are gorgeous.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thanks for sharing!

[@samiyahkalam7807]

Wow the leather looks amaazing…didn’t even know there was such a thing as kangaroo leather …

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It’s actually more widely available then people think

[@pattywilliams788]

Hey there, Meredith! The colors of the pieces are luscious-looking. I would love a leather jacket made from kangaroo. I bet that if LV made some trunk pieces or a hatbox (ooh, I like that idea) they would probably be very popular. The leather reminds me of the Frye Company leathers. Such cool bags. Thanks for sharing.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

That would be wonderful if they did Patty! Thank you 😊

[@winterseason1357]

Very interesting and informative. I learned something new today 👩‍🎓 I think they launched that limited collection in the worst time possible: the start of the 2007-2008 financial crisis in mortgage loans

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

That’s very true! I hadn’t even thought of that!

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Beautiful travel bags😊❤

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you! 🤗

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

@@livingluxwithmeredith your welcome

[@Emma-qh1ch]

I am intrigued. Any companies you recommend for kangaroo leather?

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

There are lots of Australian companies that make various products, but before diving down that rabbit hole check your import laws. Some countries may not allow the importation of kangaroo pieces.

[@wildersmumma]

I’m Canadian and I had no idea that kangaroo are so abundant in Australia, actually in general…forgive me for some reason I thought they were becoming endangered 🥴. I also had no idea that kangaroo leather was that durable and beautiful, so thank you for that!! Any ideas why they don’t utilize it more?? They are beautiful pieces!! I’d buy it…well you know if I could afford it lol. Another great video!! Your purse loving friend in Canada 🇨🇦

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Kangaroos are definitely not endangered, they’re pests. We do use the leather a lot in Australia, but it could absolutely be utilised better globally

[@wildersmumma]

@@livingluxwithmeredith I knew that they were pests and could be aggressive, I just didn’t realize that there were so many lol. I agree, the leather should be utilized more, especially when it has all of those fabulous qualities and it’s stunning!! I wonder why it isn’t used more worldwide?? Thanks for your reply, and for sharing!!

[@aliciamullaney6634]

Wow, great video, it truly is like deer in the USA, which have to be culled

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It’s exactly the same!

[@rosemariec1817]

Great info👍

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ChatsWithChris]

I was looking at a kangaroo leather bag on eBay not too long ago.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It’s a great investment

[@devincristopher3]

i didnt know people ate/hunted kangaroos! deer jerky is very good! people used to bring it to school when i was a kid!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

We have Kangaroos jerky too

[@yap3798]

Hi, may I know how much is the last LV bag in this video?

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It will depend on where you buy it from and the condition.

[@booksandbags1790]

Wow 😍

[@lesliecraven3087]

Very interesting thank you

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Padudie]

The last piece is awesome. What’s the name of this bag?

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Sacoche MM in caramel

[@fromparistohamburg917]

I have no specific issues concerning kangaroo leather. My POV: when people use the meat of an animal (what we do with our European cow/calf/sheep/goat/...), and/or (potentially) other parts of its body, and the leather, then I don't have any ethical reservation. I strongly believe that it's fundamentally wrong to make a ranking of all animals, to decide which animals are worth it to live or to die just because of their specie, anyway. In France, people struggle with horse meat but not with calf !?!? My German husband refuses to eat a rabbit stew but has no problem with a chicken fricassee!?!?! Thank you for showing us this LV pieces! You have an interesting collection. And I understood that this is a "work in process". 😁

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@javius2000]

Wow! Who knew!!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Hopefully more people now!

[@Restless318]

So beauiful i would rock this

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I’m sure you would!

[@Restless318]

@@livingluxwithmeredith thank you are my inspration

[@chrish733]

Did u deal with Patrick Rudomino back then?

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I don’t know who that is sorry

[@wb-lr9ig]

Omg I want one. But I would only buy preloved because I wouldn’t want to kill any kangaroos for a bag.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Kangaroo is no different to cow or goat, it’s just an animal whose hide can be used for leather. But this collection is only available pre-loved.

[@wb-lr9ig]

@@livingluxwithmeredith it seems different to me because we don’t breed kangaroos for food so killing them just for their skin seems terrible. Believe me, if I could stop the world from eating cows and goats or any other animal I would in a second but it’s not realistic so I just buy preloved if I want leather, which unfortunately, I love. Im also guilty of owning a few alligator and other exotics but, I also got them preloved. Hypocrite or not, it’s how I justify my purchases of animal products. Not judging others. Your collections are so fabulous. I love how colorful and fun they are. It makes me curious to see your wardrobe and how you style those amazing bags. The styling is challenging for me so I love learning to style by watching women with excellent taste do it.

[@miradonfbd]

What is the name of this collection? My braided dog show leads are all made of kangaroo leather. I think there is an issue that makes the importation difficult and expensive, but I don’t know exactly what it is.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

The Collection is the Soana Sacoche.

[@jyuniverse7818]

Love it❤

[@gdkarma]

WOW - thank you for schooling us on kangaroo leather and these amazing pieces. I immediately started searching for that first tote 😍 not sure what a “reasonable” price is for it though, so if you have any thoughts to share on that - I’m here for it.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Around the US$1400 mark for the bigger pieces is reasonable

[@stephanievacek7469]

I had no idea that LV created bags from kangaroos! Amazing facts about the leather. As I was watching your video, I saw a ticker tape scroll across the tv screen saying that Nike will stop using kangaroo skins for its shoes in 2023. After googling this, I see it is to appease animal rights activists. I just read that California has not allowed products made from kangaroos to be sold or imported into the state since 1971. Hmmm... I wonder if LV sold any of your kangaroo style bags in CA in 2008'ish? Great video Meredith!

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

That is interesting about California, I wonder why. Nike has found a synthetic option they think will mirror kangaroo. I imagine it’s cheaper, easier and quicker to make, and has the added bonus of keeping animal activists happy. For me though, synthetic never quite meets the real thing….in anything!

[@stephanievacek7469]

@@livingluxwithmeredith California puts restrictions on many, many things ~ so much so that many US product labels come with warnings about CA restricting that item within the state or warning people that the item may be a cancer-causing item. I agree with you ~ synthetic just doesn't cut it for me. I prefer the real thing as well!

[@amberr.6235]

Thank you for the info! I think many of us who don’t live in Australia see a kangaroo and immediately think how cute they are rather than what you just said in the video but I think it’s because we aren’t there so we don’t have to deal with them.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Kangaroos are actually incredibly vicious and dangerous. Should you see them you don’t want to get too close!

[@narelleberes5809]

Thank you for being game enough to tell the truth about Kangaroos. There is so much waste because of stupid ignorance on this subject ❤

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Absolutely. Australian have a very different view, especially those who have lived rural.

[@KanezaMac]

This is the first time you said “husband “ you usually say “partner “ I’m just saying ❤️

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

12 years of saying partner is a hard habit to break lol

[@KanezaMac]

@@livingluxwithmeredith I didn’t know you were even married! Maybe it’s a culture thing? But anyway, love it!

[@DaylesAddiction]

Am I numero uno?

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Yes you are!!

[@kimetra24]

Ok I’m curious now….. What does kangaroo meat taste like if anything?

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It’s very ‘gamey’ and can be very tough if it cooked to much or too quickly

[@kimetra24]

@@livingluxwithmeredith I figured as much on the toughness. I always see videos of them in battle with each other or another animal and their muscles are always flexin. Lol

[@jaks_bag_attack]

Now I am on a mission, any kangaroo leather brands I can buy online, I don't think I can afford the lv ones, but now I want one

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

There would be lots of options from Australia, but just check your import restrictions to see if they can imported in.

[@jeanettenfreeland1408]

I have no problem with Kangaroo

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Me neither

[@idgybaby3480]

I think Americans think kangaroos are to Australians what bald eagles are to us Americans which isn't the case. I would love to own something made of kangaroo.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

This may be true! I hadn’t thought of that.

[@JP-kl1mj]

I never knew kangaroo hide was used for bags. I live an hour and a half north of NYC. Deer are quite annoying and they always have that stupid look on their face 🙄

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Kangaroo hide is one of the best leathers you can get.

[@AH-rf2vb]

Same as Coyotes in Canada & North America. Yet still look how well that’s working out for Canada Goose who simply trim their hoods in Coyote fur. Every store picketed by animal activists until they gave in.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

It’s ridiculous. If they need to be culled anyway, isn’t it better to use the skin?

[@mandebishop4697]

I love animals as much as anyone. But, they are used for food and clothing and as long as nothing is made to suffer I'm fine with that.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

I agree

[@littleblackbabycat]

Well no. Kangaroos are a beautiful national animal. I and many people do not treat them like deer or cull them!!! 😮

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

The culling is a government endorsed program. We do it every year in several parts of the country. If you’re Australian I’m guessing you’ve never lived rurally? I’m guessing you’ve also never come face to face with one outside a zoo?

[@breezybear1397]

i think those lv bags are ugly.

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Each to their own.

[@meeganmuse7305]

I never knew that about kangaroos! I agree with you completely!🦘

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Thank you 😊

[@pennyleather9935]

You learn something new every day! I was aware of bags made from Kangaroo but assumed they only came from Australian makers.🦘

[@livingluxwithmeredith]

Actually it’s far more widely used then people realise.