Louis Vuitton Swimsuits
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Louis Vuitton swimsuits always have top billing on the season's runways due to their great design and reputation for quality.
The History of Louis Vuitton Swimsuits
Based in Paris, France, Louis Vuitton was founded in 1854, making it one of the oldest fashion labels in the world. Starting out as a leather goods company, Louis Vuitton now makes everything from books to watches to, of course, swimwear.
In the 150 years since the start of the company, Louis Vuitton has become a status symbol, and is considered top of the line in the fashion world. Even its famous monogram is considered to be the first official designer label in history. It's an ironic fact that the logo was originally designed to stop counterfeit copies from being made, when in actuality only about one percent of products carrying the Louis Vuitton logo today are authentic!
Louis Vuitton did not sell ready-to-wear clothing to the general public until Marc Jacobs came on board in 1997. This became the launch for Louis Vuitton swimsuits, which have grown in popularity over the years with both celebrities and vacationing upper class families.
Is Your Swimwear Legit?
Due to Louis Vuitton's tremendous problems with counterfeiting, Louis Vuitton swimwear has become much more difficult to find. In the late twentieth century, the company's products could be purchased in high end department stores. Now, in order to control sales and distribution much more closely, the authentic products are only sold in official company brand boutiques. Any units still available within department stores are run independently with their own employees and management staff.
The Internet has posed counterfeit issues for the company as well, making it that much harder to prevent the logo from being stolen or duplicated. In 2006, they, along with Christian Dior, sued eBay for not monitoring the sale of Louis Vuitton swimsuits and other goods made by the two companies.
With this sort of fiasco surrounding something so simple as the authenticity of a brand, how can you make sure you're paying for a true Louis Vuitton swimsuit? One thing that you can do to protect yourself is to avoid eBay auctions or anything similar. It was recently found that over ninety percent of the company's items available on eBay are counterfeit. The internet is not a reliable marketplace for this brand, and chances are you will be putting out money for a knock-off.
Instead, visit local stores that are authorized by the designer. These are available all over the world and are not difficult to find. If you don't happen to have a retailer near you, consider shopping on their official web site. Like many fine retailers, they offer e-shopping as an alternative for those who can't shop in person.
What to Look For
When purchasing any swimwear, there are a few a tips that can help you make the best decision. Swimsuits usually are made smaller than regular clothing, so expect to try on a size bigger than you normally would. Also, be sure to try on as many as you can to make sure you are getting the one that looks and feels best on your particular body.
This is especially important with Louis Vuitton swimsuits since they are such a huge investment. This swimwear usually starts around $400.00 and often goes up from there. Don't waste money on a suit that doesn't fit or makes you feel uncomfortable when you wear it. There is no point in flaunting a status symbol item at the beach or on the cruise ship if you just look like you are trying to fit a mold.
Also keep in mind that you do not have to be drop dead gorgeous to wear a two piece bathing suit. This and other brands are very good at making suits that look good on a variety of body types. If that bikini doesn't look right on you, try a tankini or a bikini top with boy shorts instead. There's almost always a combination that will make you feel comfortable and look great.
Don't be afraid to ask a sales associate for assistance. High-end retailers are always more than willing to serve their customers, and chances are they know how to ensure that a suit fits correctly. Ask questions about the material, longevity of the suit and anything else that you may be curious about. It's better to ask before you pull out that credit card.
Again, be wary of online auctions or deals that seem to good to be true. The Louis Vuitton swimsuit line is all about excellence. No bargains here, just class, quality and a great new look for those summer months.
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