Deposit for Straps & Top Trim Only Package

Name: Deposit for Straps & Top Trim Only Package
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Regular price: $265.00
Sale price: $265.00

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Add on: Inside Matching Vachetta Base

We are very excited to offer you this Special Package for LV Neverfull Bags

Straps & Top Trim Replacement

We created this special bundle package specifically for our customers who have purchased our side strap pieces for their Neverfull Bag and now would like to have their straps and top trim replaced to match!

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( IMPORTANT Please read all the way through this listing to see details on the artisan services of replacing your leather in order to set your expectations. Most importantly …. We are not Louis Vuitton and are not associated with Louis Vuitton. We are artisans /cobblers who do leatherworking. We have learned to copy the overall style of Louis Vuitton’s work, but there will be variations from your original bag since we are not the global company known as Louis Vuitton and do not have the factories and equipment they have. )

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A brand new LV Neverfull is around $2,100, and that is a huge investment!

Why not restore the investment you've already made!

(New LV Neverfull bags are currently out of stock as well as of 8/2023)

Many consumers feel that the LV Neverfull bag's monogram-coated canvas is declining in quality. Customers are finding the monogram-coated canvas is cracking faster and the top coat is peeling. Vintage monogram bags are known for their better quality monogram coated canvas and many people are making the smart choice to restore their bag, rather than get rid of it and buy a new one.

Scroll down to read about the details regarding your Neverfull Makeover with us at LuxuryBagRehab. We specialize in Louis Vuitton restorations and are excited to offer our existing customers this special offer.

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WHY RESTORE AN LV NEVERFULL with an Artisan/ Cobbler such as us, RATHER THAN GOING TO LV or BUYING NEW:

Going directly to LV is not easy. They are not in the business of repairing bags, they are in the business of selling new bags. They are somewhat reluctant with their repairs and there is extreme fluctuation in attitude, service, and cost from store to store. Trying to get an appointment to get a quote and send a bag in online is hard to get and they don't have many appointments. Again, they sell new bags!

There are hurdles depending on the store.... some stores outright refuse service if they see cracks or stretching/ rippling. They just say no, we won't repair it. Some stores won't do the repair unless you can provide the first and last name of the original owner along with the store where the bag was purchased. We have no idea why this is or why the policy varies from one store to another. Last but not least, we have heard 6 months is the earliest you can expect your bag returned and more likely it will be 12 months.

They will also only use NEW VACHETTA, they will never customize it with a tan patina like we do, so it matches the rest of your inner leather.

You will still be able to resell your LV if you choose. Our authentication company, Authenticate First, has consistently authenticated LV Neverfulls and other LV bags we have replaced the leather on. We are sure not to touch the things they need to see to authenticate... Such as heat stamps ( inside pocket) and the Date code (under the inside pocket) We also prefer to leave the little leather pieces that hold the side strap hardware in place so that LV stamped hardware can also be used for authentication if you choose to re-sell.

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HERE ARE THE DETAILS TO THIS NEVERFULL MAKEOVER PACKAGE

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NEW STRAPS & NEW TOP TRIM

We take a deposit of $225 upfront on the Neverfull Strap & Top Trim Makeover Package. This is 50% of the total cost of $450 for the service.

The Balance Owed, plus RETURN SHIPPING and any applicable taxes will be due once your makeover is complete. We will send you a link for the balance due on your restoration once it is complete. This will include the cost of a return shipping label to mail you bag back to you. Once you pay the balance owed on your restoration, we will send you tracking for the label we will use to return your bag to you.

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We can bring you this amazing price under the circumstances outlined below:

1) STRAPS AND TOP TRIM

Above is a snapshot of the condition of most of our makeover bags when they arrive at our workshop. All of the Vachetta is cracked and the straps and side straps are falling apart. We are so happy to completely fix these issues. Please note that our stitching size and placement may be different than your original LV top trim. Our machine doesn't allow us to place the stitching as low as on your LV oriningal top trim. Ours is more in the middle of the trim, you can see on the picture to the top right of this paragraph. We also point out that we hand place your trim on your bag and there may be some inconsistencies with placement. We do our best as humanly possible. Our straps are the same overall style as LV's original straps, but there may be some variations in the size, stitching, and shape. The picture above on the right is an example of our strap compared to an original LV strap in the left side picture.

VERY IMPORTANT: One issue that happens frequently with heavily used Neverfull bags, is that the top perimeter of the bag will get stretched out and have a rippling effect. THIS CAN NOT BE FIXED. When we put on the new Vachetta around the top trim/binding, it often helps secure the ripples so they aren't as noticeable, however, this ripple pattern from the stretching to the canvas creates an issue with our stitching pattern. Despite sewing, a straight stitch across the entire top binding, rippling to the canvas can and will make it look like the stitching is going up and down a little. It isn't very noticeable unless you study it, but we don't want you to think we didn't sew a straight stitch, this is simply what happens when the canvas is stretched out. It also makes it difficult to accurately place the new leather trim around the top due to the dips and ripples. PLEASE have realistic expectations.

You can see the stitching in the picture above on the right side, please look at the top trim and the stitching placement as well as what you can expect for the trim placement on the bag. This is good example of our work. It is not perfect, it is human. It is considered excellent leather work done by hand and not machine.

We match the thread to the outside color on the bag. For monogram or Damier Azur we use yellow like LV we do not match the bottom thread to the inside lining of your bag. For Damier Ebene, we use the chocolate brown thread like LV, we do not match the bottom thread to the inside lining of your bag. This issue only matters in relation to the new straps that we attach

2) Vachetta Leather Color or Patina - PLEASE NOTE - For this package, we use light tan Vachetta leather. It is the same patina as the side pieces you may have purchased from us direct, on Etsy or on Amazon.

3) Bag Interior

We will clean and shine your monogram for you, but we will not clean the inside of your bag with this package. If you want this additional service, please let us know and we will create a custom listing to add this for an additional $40. Please note that the Neverfull interior is extremely difficult to remove stains from. If your bag has taken a beating, we highly recommend a custom-matching Vachetta leather base that sits on top of the bottom of the bag's lining. It looks fantastic and helps retain the bag's shape. We charge $50 for this custom piece and can swap it out for the inside cleaning if we see it won't help your bag once we receive it. We can customize the color to match the interior lining of your bag.

If you would like to add this option on to your package, you can add it on to your deposit at checkout.

4) Cracks to the monogram

If you have cracks in the monogram on your bag, we will not fix them unless you ask for that service. There is a separate fee to fill in and seal cracks and we price it on a case by case basis according to how many and how bad the cracks are. Please ask and we can help if you need.

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How Long Until Your Bag Is Done....

It normally takes about 30 days to perform the restoration/ makeover. We will send you a link/ invoice with pictures once your bag is complete. We then ask you to pay the balance and after you do so, you can expect your bag to be mailed out within 1-2 business days after.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All of the information contained on this page for the purchase of this listing/package is applicable to the description of our services. We URGE you to PLEASE read it all. Sorry it is so much, but it must be extremely descriptive to avoid misunderstandings. We want you to know exactly what you are purchasing.

OUR PROCEDURES: -We cover the cost to ship your bag to our workshop and charge you for shipping your bag back to you. We take out insurance coverage for up to $500 on your bag in case it is lost in shipping.

-In the unlikely event that your bag is lost during shipping to or from us, you will be the one who must file a claim, since you are the bag’s owner.

-We ask that you please take several pictures of your bag prior to shipment. Front, Back, bottom, hardware markings, and a clear picture of the date code for your bag. You will need these for a claim.

-You will also need to provide proof of value, so if you do not have receipts, using the pictures you take, we can assist you by having your bag valued with our authenticators. This will only be necessary in the unlikely event that your bag is lost in shipping.

-Although this has only happened ONCE in 5 years for us, we want to be very clear about the procedure should this ever happen again.

Once we receive your bag, we will do a thorough evaluation of your bag, and send you an updated quote if there are any additional services we recommend or can provide for you. Depending on our evaluation, this invoice may be exactly the same as the initial quote, or it may be updated for any additional services that we are able to do for you. This procedure does not apply to Neverfull replacement packages such as this service which you are now leaving a deposit. The cost is stated upfront. You pay the $225 deposit and the balance plus the return shipping will be due once the services are complete. We will send you a payment link to pay this balance.

We appreciate the opportunity to restore/repair your luxury bag and look forward to providing you with a wonderful experience and a beautifully updated bag.

We aim for complete customer satisfaction and rely on your realistic understanding of what is possible on our part. Our promise is to do the very best we can with your bag.

All of the details outlined above are included in our site's Policy and Terms section and must be checked off that you agree to before you are able to purchase services at checkout.

PLEASE HAVE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS

WE HAVE LEARNED TO DO LEATHER REPLACEMENT ON LOUIS VUITTON BAGS TO MATCH THE OVERALL SENSE OF THE STYLE NOT THE SPECIFIC DETAILS THAT ARE PROPRIETARY TO LOUIS VUITTON.

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