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The LOVED Guide to Buying Vintage Right: Part 4 Buy Like an Expert

If you've made it this far in the LOVED Guide, you already know more than most people buying vintage. We've covered the exterior, the interior and the details that truly matter. Now it's time to br...

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The LOVED Guide to Buying Vintage Right: Part 3 Hardware & Details

Hardware is one of the most overlooked parts of a vintage bag — and one of the most telling. In Part 3 of the LOVED Guide, learn what authentic vintage hardware should feel like, how to read patina...

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The Loved Guide to Buying Vintage Right: Part TWO

Not all interior wear is a dealbreaker. In Part 2 of the LOVED Guide, learn what sticky pockets actually are, why they happen in vintage Louis Vuitton bags, and exactly how to fix them — or when to...

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The LOVED Guide to Buying Vintage Right: Part 1 — Exterior Checkpoints

Not all vintage is created equal. In Part 1 of the LOVED Guide, learn the exterior checkpoints I check before sourcing any vintage Louis Vuitton bag — from vachetta leather and side tabs to canvas ...

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The Bag Spa: Why Every Bag is Cleaned, Conditioned and Polished Before It Ships

Every vintage bag we sell goes through a full professional spa treatment before it's ever photographed or listed. Here's exactly what that process looks like and why it matters for the longevity of...

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Trusted Authenticators: How It Must Be Loved Verifies Every Vintage Bag

Authenticity is the foundation of everything at It Must Be Loved. Here's how we verify every vintage luxury bag — and the trusted authenticators we rely on to make sure you never have to gamble on ...

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Bag Care Favourites: Erin's Guide to Keeping Your Vintage Bag Beautiful

Erin's favourite products and expert tips for caring for your vintage Louis Vuitton bag. From storage and cleaning to vachetta leather care, everything you need to keep your bag beautiful for years...

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