I’ve put together a list of websites and retailers to help you figure out where to shop. This beginner’s guide to Louis Vuitton is based on my research into the best places to shop and how to score great deals by taking advantage of the reward programs offered by each website. I’ve done my best to keep the info accurate, but let me know if there’s anything you think I should add or if anything is wrong.
- Official Website
- Louis Vuitton Official – The official website always features new items and seasonal collections – it never gets boring.
- Store Locator – Find the closest LV store.
- News – Updates about fashion shows, art collabs, cafés, new campaigns, designer news, and even podcasts.
- Louis Vuitton Official – The official website always features new items and seasonal collections – it never gets boring.
- Official Online Retailer
- 24S – LV doesn’t have outlets, but their parent company, LVMH, owns 24S. They sell Louis Vuitton items from past collections or in exclusive colors. You can’t earn loyalty points directly, but platforms like TopCashback let you earn cashback on other brands like Dior, Fendi, and Loewe (usually around 3%) when you buy products on 24S (You can use this link to create an account and get £10 signup bonus). Airline rewards programs like British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer points for purchases made on 24S (though this doesn’t include LV either). You can apply for a British Airways credit card here and earn 6,000 extra points. You can read some interesting discussions about Harrod’s credit cards here.
- 24S – LV doesn’t have outlets, but their parent company, LVMH, owns 24S. They sell Louis Vuitton items from past collections or in exclusive colors. You can’t earn loyalty points directly, but platforms like TopCashback let you earn cashback on other brands like Dior, Fendi, and Loewe (usually around 3%) when you buy products on 24S (You can use this link to create an account and get £10 signup bonus). Airline rewards programs like British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer points for purchases made on 24S (though this doesn’t include LV either). You can apply for a British Airways credit card here and earn 6,000 extra points. You can read some interesting discussions about Harrod’s credit cards here.
- Department Stores
Buying Louis Vuitton at department stores is a great option because you can earn points through their rewards programs. Plus, the service is usually just as good as LV’s standalone stores.
- Harrods (UK) – You can buy some LV items online at Harrods (here). Their loyalty program gives you 1 point per £1 spent both online and in-store purchase, and Black-tier members can earn 3% cashback on each purchase. You can also check out interesting discussions about Harrods’ credit cards here (scroll down to the comment section).
- Selfridge’s (UK) – While you can’t buy LV online at Selfridges or earn points, platforms like TopCashback can help you save on other luxury brands, such as Prada, Canada Goose, and Max Mara. Cashback can go up to 7%, and British Airways offers extra points for purchases through their portal (You can apply for a British Airways credit card here and earn 6,000 extra points.)
- Nordstrom (US)
Members of “The Nordy Club” earn 1 point per $1 spent, and using a Nordstrom credit card bumps that up to 3 points per $1. Also keep an eye out for double bonus events! You can check out this video about Nordstrom’s bonus event. They don’t sell LV products online, but you can visit physical stores that have Louis Vuitton locations.
- Harrods (UK) – You can buy some LV items online at Harrods (here). Their loyalty program gives you 1 point per £1 spent both online and in-store purchase, and Black-tier members can earn 3% cashback on each purchase. You can also check out interesting discussions about Harrods’ credit cards here (scroll down to the comment section).
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- Bloomingdale’s (US)
Their rewards program gives you 1 point per $1, with $25 back for every 5,000 points. If you use a Bloomingdale’s Amex card, you’ll earn 3 points per $1 spent. You can find stores with Louis Vuitton boutiques here. - Neiman Marcus (US)
Neiman Marcus gives 2 points per $1 spent, and 10,000 points gets you a $100 gift card. They also offer 5,000 bonus points if you open a credit card and make a purchase within 30 days, which is halfway to a $100 point card. Louis Vuitton is available in these two stores.
- Bloomingdale’s (US)
- Second-hand Shops
Buying second-hand Louis Vuitton items is ideal for saving money or acquiring pieces that are no longer in stores. Platforms like eBay or Vestiaire Collective, where individuals sell directly, often offer the lowest prices. Retailers like The Handbag Clinic typically charge more but are perceived to be more trustworthy. For a comprehensive guide to buying second-hand Louis Vuitton bags, check out my previous post.
- The Handbag Clinic (UK)
Handbag clinic started in 2012 as a handbag cleaning and repair service. Now they sell pre-loved bags and even have a repair shop in Selfridges, which shows how much the luxury world trusts them. - Luxe Collective (UK)
Founded in 2018 by two brothers, Luxe Collective focuses on luxury items for men and women. They’re all over social media (especially TikTok, where they have 1.7M followers) with popular content like real-vs-fake videos. They also sell on eBay, where you can often find promo codes for extra savings. - Farfetch (UK)
Farfetch is an e-commerce shop specializing in luxury brands. Most of their items are discounted designer clothing and accessories from brands such as Gucci, Prada, Fendi, and Saint Laurent, but they also offer pre-owned items from brands like Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes here. Farfetch is also partnered with luxury vintage boutique shops worldwide. - Rebag (US)
Rebag is a second-hand bag platform with physical stores in the US. They offer BNPL (Buy-Now-Pay-Later) and unique programs like “Rebag Infinity,” allowing customers to use a bag for up to 6 months and exchange it for store credit worth up to 70% of its original price. Their “Trade” program lets customers sell items for store credit with a 10% bonus and tax-free benefits (conditions apply). - Fashionphile (US)
Fashionphile operates online and through flagship stores in NYC and San Diego. Their partnership with Neiman Marcus allows customers to drop off or pick up items at the department stores. - Vestiaire Collective (Worldwide)
Listings are digitally verified, with optional physical authentication. Vestiaire also offers frequent sales and promotions. - Ebay (Worldwide)
eBay is probably one of the most popular second-hand e-commerce shops in the world and usually has the largest selection of items. They offer an authentication service for an extra fee, and some listings include authentication in the price. eBay also provides a money-back guarantee—if an item isn’t “as described” and the issue isn’t resolved within three business days, you can contact eBay for a refund. You can check out more about buying Louis Vuitton on eBay here.
- The Handbag Clinic (UK)
I hope this beginner’s guide to Louis Vuitton help you find the best way to buy your first Louis Vuitton piece. Although the places I mentioned here accept returns in most cases, it’s best to visit LV stores, department stores, or second-hand boutiques that sell LV items in person to see if you like them.