First off, you got your official Louis Vuitton store in Cape Town. Apparently, they’re also in Johannesburg, according to whatever that search result was spitting out. I guess if you want that *pristine*, straight-from-the-source, “I-bought-this-brand-new” flex, that’s where you gotta go. But be prepared to, like, sell a kidney. We talking serious money here. I saw something about R33,000 for a Louis Vuitton handbag? Seriously?! My whole month’s rent! And that’s probably a *basic* one, you know?
But hey, don’t despair, my friend. South Africa’s got some…*other* options.
Luxity seems to be the big player in the pre-owned luxury game. They’re always popping up on my socials. Pre-owned Louis Vuitton is definitely a thing, and you can potentially snag a deal there. I’ve heard mixed reviews, though. Some people swear by them, saying they got amazing finds at decent prices. Others…well, let’s just say they weren’t so thrilled with the condition of the bag or the whole “authentication” process. Do your research, okay? Don’t just jump at the first Speedy you see.
Then there’s “Love Me Twice,” which also seems to be in the pre-owned luxury reselling business. More competition, I guess? It means potentially more bags to drool over (and more potential scams, so again, *be careful!*).
Honestly, though? Buying luxury goods in South Africa can feel a bit…stressful. You’re constantly worrying if it’s legit, if you’re getting ripped off, if you could have gotten it cheaper somewhere else. It’s exhausting! I almost bought a “Louis Vuitton” Neverfull from a woman on Facebook Marketplace once. Thank goodness my friend talked me out of it! The stitching looked…suspect, to say the least.
And let’s be real, sometimes you just want that brand-new bag feeling, right? That’s where splurging at the official store might be worth it. But me? I’m more of a “save up for that plane ticket and buy it in Europe” kind of gal. You know, get the VAT refund and pretend you’re fancy.
