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I cheated a lil, these are not all city bags.😛 the red is a part time and the white is a le city first bag, they both have mirrors!! (iykyk🤭)

guess the auth!!!! (plain as day but oblige me hehehehhe)

long story short, Bibi is the closest leather to auth in my humble opinion.💝 and another but idk the name, high quality factory pic w bag on glass table bg—not kata

AUTH REVEAL:
>!the red part time!! <3 the closest leathers are Bibi (white), and the black one, undisclosed factory.!<

I don’t think any balenci factory has really hit the nail on the head the way C factories have when it comes to leather/hardware for the city bags. but the cloooosest is bibi factory (>!white one!<) and the >!black!< one imo! The feel is slightly different but similar enough— after all it’s like 200-300 vs a couple of thousand 😉😉 the mid-high reps like the >!pink!< was incredibly diff feel tho, but still feels nice to the touch. will patiently wait for the day they perfect it

I cheated a lil, these are not all city bags.😛 the red is a part time and the white is a le city first bag, they both have mirrors!! (iykyk🤭)

guess the auth!!!! (plain as day but oblige me hehehehhe)

long story short, Bibi is the closest leather to auth in my humble opinion.💝 and another but idk the name, high quality factory pic w bag on glass table bg—not kata

The most beautiful work bag! OBSESSED is an understatement….actually got this for my cousin but I think I gotta cop one too🤭🤭🤭 do you SEE the way the leather drapes???

I was actually gonna get another option for ~60 bucks cheaper, but my goat convinced me to upgrade to the factory that uses the closest to auth leather because I said I wanted the besttt quality😛 I thought the comparison pics were cool so I put one in the last slide :p Have to say it’s sooooo worth it just for that slouch!

Before this, I got another miu from garmen a year back, and the leather is nothing like this ngl… the leather felt cheap and more rigid and is peeling off now even tho I’ve only used it a few times (and he claimed “1:1”…) never again 😅 BUT ANYWAYS.. bask in all her glory! I love her so much😆😛💝

The most beautiful work bag! OBSESSED is an understatement….actually got this for my cousin but I think I gotta cop one too🤭🤭🤭 do you SEE the way the leather drapes???

Before this, I got another miu from TS garmen a year back, and the leather is nothing like this ngl… the leather felt plasticky(?) and is peeling off now even tho I’ve only used it a few times (and he claimed “1:1”…) never again 😅 BUT ANYWAYS.. bask in all her glory! I love her so much😆😛💝

The most beautiful work bag! OBSESSED is an understatement….actually got this for my cousin but I think I gotta cop one too🤭🤭🤭 do you SEE the way the leather drapes???

Before this, I got another miu from TS garmen a year back, and the leather is nothing like this ngl… the leather felt plasticky(?) and is peeling off now even tho I’ve only used it a few times (and he claimed “1:1”…) never again 😅 BUT ANYWAYS.. bask in all her glory! I love her so much😆😛💝

i am a huge lover of all things colourful and whimsy but…. the black bags definitely get the most use in my day-to-day😛 and this one is the ultimate timeless classic that elevates every outfit!!! I’ve literally brought her to the mountains and she survived scratch-free.

the leather on my cf feels SUPER luxurious, moist(??) and has that yummy new bag smell even after using it twice!! definitely doesn’t compare to mid-high leather.

sunglasses and optical glasses are 35usd each!! they honestly feel just like my moms auth sunglasses, solid acetate frame and polarised lenses. came w the box, lens cloth and case alll the bells n whistles. my friends say they make me look like a celebrity lol😼😼 100% recommend to live out ur airport celebrity larp dreams 🤩

included pic in last slide of the logo stitching cuz I’ve been digging into that specific 3/4 stitch at the CC logo and find it really interesting how auths do it multiple ways! (sometimes 3 or 4, sometimes both, idk if i sound like a crazy person rn)

if anyone wants more photos, details, factory/seller info on any of these my dms are open!!😛😛💝

my absolute baby, when I saw this I snatched one up SO quick. ‘twas 228+shipping (came smelling so goooood) n more than worth its price, I noticed the print has some differences when you pay attention to the details; but i dont mind if it’s not exact — no such thing as 1:1 especially since it’s a vintage style. the chains have a good heft.

if u see any dirt on it it’s bc I’ve already larped this outside twice with plenty of compliments, even from my snobby designer obsessed friend!!! its been on my wishlist from even before I exited the womb. but will I ever reach purse peace ….? (No)

auth in the last two pics for ur own comparison!🙈

my absolute baby, when I saw this I snatched one up SO quick. ‘twas 228+shipping n more than worth its price, I don’t really mind if it’s not exact (no such thing as 1:1 rep lol) especially since it’s a vintage style. if u see any dirt on it it’s bc I’ve already larped this outside twice (with plenty of compliments even from my snobby designer obsessed friend)!!! its been on my wishlist from even before I exited the womb. but will I ever reach purse peace ….? (No)

auth in the last two pics for ur own comparison!🙈

Birkin 25 red in Togo, steal or scam?

Fully handmade, saddle stitch, imported leather, beeswax thread, all the bells and whistles. I got this for under a thousand bucks.

A friend who sold her auths (birkin&kelly) for reps introduced this seller that sources from a small factory (that has hella limited options) to me, and said the quality was really good so I decided to check it out for myself because she had a loooot to say about my “budget” Kelly lmao. What do we think?? 💭🙈 would love to know your opinions!

Birkin 25 red in Togo, steal or a$s?

Fully handmade, saddle stitch, imported leather, beeswax thread, all the bells and whistles.

A friend who sold her auths (birkin&kelly) for reps introduced this seller that sources from a small factory (that has super limited options) to me, and said the quality was really good so I decided to check it out for myself because she had a loooot to say about my “budget” Kelly lmao. What do we think?? 💭🙈 would love to know your opinions!

Fully handmade, saddle stitch, imported leather, beeswax thread, all the bells and whistles. I got this for 650 not including shipping!

A friend who sold her auths (birkin&kelly) for reps introduced this seller that sources from a small factory (that has hella limited options) to me, and said the quality was really good so I decided to check it out for myself because she had a loooot to say about my “budget” Kelly lmao. What do we think?? 💭🙈 would love to know your opinions!

Fully handmade, saddle stitch, imported leather, beeswax thread, all the bells and whistles. I got this for 650 not including shipping!

A friend who sold her auths (birkin&kelly) for reps introduced this seller that sources from a small factory (that has hella limited options) to me, and said the quality was really good so I decided to check it out for myself because she had a loooot to say about my “budget” Kelly lmao. What do we think?? 💭🙈 would love to know your opinions!

Fully handmade, saddle stitch, imported leather, beeswax thread, all the bells and whistles. I got this for 650 not including shipping!

A friend who sold her auths (birkin&kelly) for reps introduced this seller that sources from a small factory (that has hella limited options) to me, and said the quality was really good so I decided to check it out for myself because she had a loooot to say about my “budget” Kelly lmao. What do we think?? 💭🙈 would love to know your opinions!

With the influx of 187 posts complaining about the quality, leather peeling, hardware tarnishing, I feel like 187 has gotten to the point where people just automatically say “get 187” without actually looking at the bag 😭

not saying 187 is bad. there are definitely good 187 bags. but they’re not automatically better than every other high tier factory, and some of the things people use to justify 187 are kinda overblown.

first pic: general shape
187 is way too boxy compared to auth, and the tongue is noticeably wider.
this is something I feel like people overlook because everyone is obsessed with stitching/leather/hardware, but the overall shape is literally one of the first things you notice when you look at the bag.

I’ve seen people say “187 is the closest to auth” as if they don’t have any obvious flaws. if you actually do your research, 187 has been known for the boxier shape + wider tongue for quite a while.

second & third pic: back pocket
the stitching on the 187’s back pocket is so wonky? 😭
and what’s funny is that these are 187’s own factory pics, not even a bad PSP someone happened to receive.

obviously one bag doesn’t mean every single 187 will have bad stitching. every factory has hits and misses. but this is why I don’t really understand the “187 is automatically the most accurate” thing.

if we’re comparing factories, actually compare the bags .

last pic: the famous 4 stitches
also, can we talk about the whole **“only 187 gets the 4 stitches at the CC overlap”**thing?
yes, the 187 has 4 stitches there. that’s correct.
but other factories have started doing it too, so I don’t think this can really be used as some kind of 187-exclusive proof anymore.

and while you’re looking at that, look at the actual leather grain too.

I genuinely think a lot of the 187 hype comes from people repeating the same things they heard from other people without actually comparing the bags themselves.

also, one thing I’ve learned after buying from multiple sellers:

seller > factory.

it honestly doesn’t matter what factory I recommend if you don’t have a seller you trust.
there are SO many factories making similar bags. my seller will sometimes give me multiple prices for what looks like basically the same bag. the cheaper one is a similar bag with decent quality and basically identical appearance, while the more expensive one is supposedly from the well-known factory. sometimes the main difference is the leather/hardware, which you literally cannot properly judge from photos.

your PSP bag can look like the factory pics and then you get it onhand and the feel is completely off 💀 I’ve had this happen with multiple sellers, and fellow users have told me similar stories.

you’re halfway across the world from them and they know that. that’s why you see so many stories on here about sellers gaslighting people over PSPs / what factory their bag actually came from lmao.

I’ve also had someone tell me they paid $450 and received something that was basically equivalent to a very low tier bag that you could probably dropship from a random Chinese shopping app.
so yeah… price isn’t necessarily the biggest factor either. trust is.

my personal thoughts on some of the factories
this is obviously just based on what I’ve seen + conversations with people who have auths / lots of rep experience. every factory has hit or miss bags, so I’d still compare the specific model you’re buying.

**GR/Coco:**
has the authentication chip. I think a lot of their bags are fantastic, especially C25. leather is really luxurious imo. downside is they don’t have as many styles.
**Panda/JD:**
they do three different leathers. I personally like the auth-factory leather version, but I really want to try their washed calfskin.
**God:**
good factory overall, but some of their styles aren’t particularly accurate either. don’t just buy because it’s God — compare the actual model first.
**XiaoC:**
also good imo. again, depends on the specific bag.
**Da H:**
I really like them for CC vanity bags + some of the more unique styles. leather might not be as luxurious as GR/Coco or Panda/JD, but they have a lot of stuff I actually like.
**1913:**
I like them for vintage styles too. lots of unique bags for pretty reasonable prices. I’d honestly be bankrupt from this factory if I had more closet space 😭😛

and about 187 specifically:
what I’ve been told by people who’ve been around OGrepladies for years is that 187 apparently used to be much better.
they got super oversaturated with orders over the years and the quality apparently dropped while the prices stayed ridiculously high.
I obviously can’t personally verify what happened inside the factory, but when you look at some of their current factory pics, I think it’s fair to question the reputation. like… did you guys actually see their factory pictures? 😭

there have also been a bunch of recent posts about 187 quality issues. again, I’m not saying every 187 has this issue, but it’s another reason I wouldn’t personally treat “187” as a guarantee of quality.

also, 187 doesn’t do the same 7-day China return system as a lot of other factories — from what I’ve been told, they do exchanges instead. so from a seller’s perspective, recommending 187 is obviously pretty convenient when it’s one of the most expensive options and there’s no chance of having to actually return the bag.

why wouldn’t a seller tell you to get the most expensive factory if they make the most money from it?
187 is great for them lmao.

anyway, my main takeaway isn’t “187 sucks, buy Panda.”
it’s literally just look at the actual bag.

I’ve seen beautiful 187s and I’ve seen beautiful bags from other factories. I’ve also seen flaws from basically every factory.

don’t let someone tell you “187 is the best” and then stop doing your own QC.
compare the shape, leather, stitching, hardware, etc. against auth for the specific model you want.
and most importantly, find a seller you actually trust.
because you can apparently buy the “best factory” bag in the world and still get screwed if your seller isn’t honest 😭
factory name means nothing if the seller isn’t actually sending you that factory’s bag.

With the influx of 187 posts complaining about the quality, leather peeling, hardware tarnishing, I feel like 187 has gotten to the point where people just automatically say “get 187” without actually looking at the bag 😭

not saying 187 is bad. there are definitely good 187 bags. but they’re not automatically better than every other high tier factory, and some of the things people use to justify 187 are kinda overblown.

first pic: general shape
187 is way too boxy compared to auth, and the tongue is noticeably wider.
this is something I feel like people overlook because everyone is obsessed with stitching/leather/hardware, but the overall shape is literally one of the first things you notice when you look at the bag.

I’ve seen people say “187 is the closest to auth” as if they don’t have any obvious flaws. if you actually do your research, 187 has been known for the boxier shape + wider tongue for quite a while.

second pic: back pocket
the stitching on the 187’s back pocket is so wonky? 😭
and what’s funny is that these are 187’s own factory pics, not even a bad PSP someone happened to receive.

obviously one bag doesn’t mean every single 187 will have bad stitching. every factory has hits and misses. but this is why I don’t really understand the “187 is automatically the most accurate” thing.

if we’re comparing factories, actually compare the bags .

third pic: the famous 4 stitches
also, can we talk about the whole “only 187 gets the 4 stitches at the CC overlap” thing?
yes, the 187 has 4 stitches there. that’s correct.
but other factories have started doing it too, so I don’t think this can really be used as some kind of 187-exclusive proof anymore.

and while you’re looking at that, look at the actual leather grain too.

I genuinely think a lot of the 187 hype comes from people repeating the same things they heard from other people without actually comparing the bags themselves.

also, one thing I’ve learned after buying from multiple sellers:

seller > factory.

it honestly doesn’t matter what factory I recommend if you don’t have a seller you trust.
there are SO many factories making similar bags. my seller will sometimes give me multiple prices for what looks like basically the same bag. the cheaper one is a similar bag with decent quality and basically identical appearance, while the more expensive one is supposedly from the well-known factory. sometimes the main difference is the leather/hardware, which you literally cannot properly judge from photos.

your PSP bag can look like the factory pics and then you get it onhand and the feel is completely off 💀 I’ve had this happen with multiple sellers, and fellow users have told me similar stories.

you’re halfway across the world from them and they know that. that’s why you see so many stories on here about sellers gaslighting people over PSPs / what factory their bag actually came from lmao.

I’ve also had someone tell me they paid $450 and received something that was basically equivalent to a very low tier bag that you could probably dropship from a random Chinese shopping app.
so yeah… price isn’t necessarily the biggest factor either. trust is.

my personal thoughts on some of the factories
this is obviously just based on what I’ve seen + conversations with people who have auths / lots of rep experience. every factory has hit or miss bags, so I’d still compare the specific model you’re buying.

GR/Coco:
has the authentication chip. I think a lot of their bags are fantastic, especially C25. leather is really luxurious imo. downside is they don’t have as many styles.
Panda/JD:
they do three different leathers. I personally like the auth-factory leather version, but I really want to try their washed calfskin.
God:
good factory overall, but some of their styles aren’t particularly accurate either. don’t just buy because it’s God — compare the actual model first.
XiaoC:
also good imo. again, depends on the specific bag.
Da H:
I really like them for Chanel vanity bags + some of the more unique styles. leather might not be as luxurious as GR/Coco or Panda/JD, but they have a lot of stuff I actually like.
1913:
I like them for vintage styles too. lots of unique bags for pretty reasonable prices. I’d honestly be bankrupt from this factory if I had more closet space 😭😛

and about 187 specifically:
what I’ve been told by people who’ve been around OGrepladies for years is that 187 apparently used to be much better.
they got super oversaturated with orders over the years and the quality apparently dropped while the prices stayed ridiculously high.
I obviously can’t personally verify what happened inside the factory, but when you look at some of their current factory pics, I think it’s fair to question the reputation. like… did you guys actually see their factory pictures? 😭

there have also been a bunch of recent posts about 187 quality issues. again, I’m not saying every 187 has this issue, but it’s another reason I wouldn’t personally treat “187” as a guarantee of quality.

also, 187 doesn’t do the same 7-day China return system as a lot of other factories — from what I’ve been told, they do exchanges instead. so from a seller’s perspective, recommending 187 is obviously pretty convenient when it’s one of the most expensive options and there’s no chance of having to actually return the bag.

why wouldn’t a seller tell you to get the most expensive factory if they make the most money from it?
187 is great for them lmao.

anyway, my main takeaway isn’t “187 sucks, buy Panda.”
it’s literally just look at the actual bag.

I’ve seen beautiful 187s and I’ve seen beautiful bags from other factories. I’ve also seen flaws from basically every factory.

don’t let someone tell you “187 is the best” and then stop doing your own QC.
compare the shape, leather, stitching, hardware, etc. against auth for the specific model you want.
and most importantly, find a seller you actually trust.
because you can apparently buy the “best factory” bag in the world and still get screwed if your seller isn’t honest 😭
factory name means nothing if the seller isn’t actually sending you that factory’s bag.

EDIT; I’m not gonna argue with the comments anymore omg, many people with auths in my dms have told me 187 is instantly call-outable by the boxy shape n tongue 💀 (and that’s not the only issue w it). if u guys are happy with ur bag then enjoy it, im just pointing out the obvious flaws and decline in their bags which I have discussed over and over with multiple users with auths, experience and no bias—in dms, who has any motive to defend a factory?

anyone else take their favorite bags absolutely everywhere? 😭 today’s destination was… a fishing spot. surprisingly survived without a scratch!!

literally everything on me is a doop lmao. pink chnl 220 bucks, d1or flats 78, brandy shorts 11, juicy couture (set for 25 bucks😝), wildflower phone case 8🙈

anyone else take their favorite bags absolutely everywhere? 😭 today’s destination was… a fishing spot. surprisingly survived without a scratch.

literally everything on me is a doop lmao. pink chnl 220 bucks, d1or flats 78, brandy shorts 11, juicy couture (set for 25 bucks😝), wildflower phone case 8🙈

my recent sets have been BANGER after BANGER.
First beabadoobee set (my fav set ever!!!) by katsklawset on ig & the last two are done by naileditby_queen 🙈🙈💝

recently posted my haul and the girlies went crazy for this pair of ballet flats, so i thought i’d do a little review! 😋💝

Price: 68 bucks w/o shipping

Factory photos vs in hand: honestly looked pretty much the same to me. no unpleasant surprises when they arrived.

Factory: no name, glass background
Seller: (6547)

Size ordered: 40 (my foot is 25cm)
Fit: TTS (follow the size chart)

Material: they’re suede, super soft to the touch and they genuinely feel really luxurious. the leather lining also feels smooth, and they don’t have that plasticky feel that some pairs do.

Comfort: i’ve got two pairs of rep ballet flats now—this pair and a D1or pair—and i actually find these way more comfortable. they feel softer and more flexible, whereas my D1or ones are a lot more structured.

Construction: stitching looks clean, the edges are nicely finished, and i didn’t notice any loose threads or glue stains. the leather sole feels sturdy without being too stiff.

Packaging: came with full packaging and a dust bag, which was a nice bonus.

Overall: for the price, i’m honestly super impressed. they look and feel much more expensive than they are, and i can definitely see why so many people were asking about them under my haul post. definitely one of my favourite purchases so far. 🤍

**ppl get mad at me not publicising the # but sellers go to jail. I don’t want that to happen to one of my only trusted sellers tyvm…. someone told me “ppl who genuinely wanna know are lazy” but yall it’s not that hard to just press the pm button😭 im happy to educate new people as well but pls do ur own due diligence!🥹

recently posted my haul and the girlies went crazy for this pair of ballet flats, so i thought i’d do a little review! 😋💝

Price: 68 bucks w/o shipping

Factory photos vs in hand: honestly looked pretty much the same to me. no unpleasant surprises when they arrived.

Factory: no name, glass background
Seller: (6547)

Size ordered: 40 (my foot is 25cm)
Fit: TTS (follow the size chart)

Material: they’re suede, super soft to the touch and they genuinely feel really luxurious. the leather lining also feels smooth, and they don’t have that plasticky feel that some pairs do.

Comfort: i’ve got two pairs of rep ballet flats now—this pair and a D1or pair—and i actually find these way more comfortable. they feel softer and more flexible, whereas my D1or ones are a lot more structured.

Construction: stitching looks clean, the edges are nicely finished, and i didn’t notice any loose threads or glue stains. the leather sole feels sturdy without being too stiff.

Packaging: came with full packaging and a dust bag, which was a nice bonus.

Overall: for the price, i’m honestly super impressed. they look and feel much more expensive than they are, and i can definitely see why so many people were asking about them under my haul post. definitely one of my favourite purchases so far. 🤍

**ppl get mad at me not publicising the # but sellers go to jail. I don’t want that to happen to one of my only trusted sellers tyvm…. someone told me “ppl who genuinely wanna know are lazy” but yall it’s not that hard to just press the pm button😭 im happy to educate new people as well but pls do ur own due diligence!🥹