I want to share my experience with Griffin (6572) so others can make an informed decision before ordering.

I ordered what was represented to me as a high-tier Goyard bag. Before it was shipped, I noticed what looked like a problem with the stitching in the QC photos and specifically asked about it. I was sent additional pictures and eventually agreed to have the bag shipped.

Shipping itself was already frustrating. I was initially given a tracking number that didn’t work, and after several messages and explanations about the logistics agent, I finally received a working FedEx tracking number.

When the bag arrived, my original concern was unfortunately correct. The stitching on the leather magnetic charm/buckle was loose, uneven and inconsistent, with an area that looked like it was already coming undone. For something sold as high-tier, I did not consider the workmanship acceptable.

To be fair, Griffin initially responded appropriately and agreed to replace the defective magnetic charm rather than the entire bag. On July 20, Griffin told me: “I will select a new magnetic buckle for you and transport it to you again.”

Then the problems really started.

On July 27, after I followed up, Griffin told me that within two days I would receive pictures of several replacement buckles so I could choose the best one. I never received those pictures.

On August 2, after more follow-ups, Griffin said the factory had supposedly sent the replacement to him the previous day and that he would urge them again.

It is now August 18. I have sent multiple follow-up messages and have received no replacement, no photos, no tracking number, and now no response at all.

I was actually prepared to leave Griffin a positive Reddit review for the customer service because I appreciated that he initially offered to correct the defect. Unfortunately, promising to fix a problem and then disappearing for weeks is not good customer service.

I gave Griffin plenty of time and multiple opportunities to resolve a relatively simple issue. I wasn’t asking for a new bag or making unreasonable demands — I only wanted the defective magnetic charm replaced, exactly as Griffin promised.

Based on my experience, I would not order from Griffin (6572) again and cannot recommend this seller. If you do order, I strongly suggest inspecting every QC photo carefully and not accepting an item when you already see a quality issue, even if you’re told it will be fine.

I have screenshots of the entire conversation and the photos showing the stitching issue.

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Does anyone else do this with their bags or am I weird 😂 I actually hate when a bag looks too new and perfect. I’ve been trying to get this one to soften up and get a little slouchy because I want it to look like I’ve had it forever and use the crap out of it.
I know some people want their bags to stay pristine but I think they look so much better a little beat up. Anyone else do this and what are your tips? I’ve seen one person even said she put hers in the dryer for a bit. ~this is my B*rkin Craie Togo PHW 30sm by my wholesale TS Alice (0576). private factory - her own. understood that this is not Mark or Minion top-tier but I feel pretty happy for the price I paid for it plus, I can beat it up without guilt and see if I like the size.

Disclosure: Griffin has agreed to refund my 10% insurance in exchange for this review. Everything below is accurate, honest, and my own experience. I’d have left a review regardless — the 10% back is a nice touch and means I’ve gone into more detail than I otherwise might.

I ordered the Belvedere PM messenger bag from Griffin.

Cost breakdown:

Belvedere PM — $138.00
Shipping to UK — $28.00
Subtotal — $166.00
Insurance (optional, 10%) — $16.60
Total — $182.60

Paid in CNY via Wise to dodge PayPal fees, which worked out at £138.82.

Worth knowing: I believe you can put 2-3 bags under the same label, which is more cost effective. As a first-time buyer I only ordered the one. The 10% insurance is optional, but given the game we play I’d always recommend it.

Timeline:

15 Jul — Payment sent
16 Jul — PSP / QC received
18 Jul — Green light given
20 Jul — Tracking provided
25 Jul — Bag delivered, papers missing
3 Aug — Griffin confirms replacement papers received
14 Aug — Papers delivered

10 days from payment to delivery. I’ve had things sent within the UK take longer.

As it was my first bag I asked for extra QC photos and measurements — not because anything looked wrong, just to be sure it fit the brief. A few of those took a couple of days to come through, but I gave the green light on the 18th.

On arrival: the box was perfect, right logo, right dust bag, and the bag itself was stunning. The papers weren’t in the box. I messaged Griffin straight away; they asked me to check inside the bag (I already had), then arranged a replacement.

The papers saga. I chased on the 27th and was told to wait a further two days. Contact went quiet during this stretch — I chased fairly eagerly, and was told the warehouse was waiting to receive the papers. On the 3rd August Griffin sent me a photo confirming they had them.

I messaged again on the 4th and my message stayed undelivered. Their display photo had reverted to the default, which raised concerns. I tried from my partner’s WhatsApp and got the same result.

After a couple of days with no change, I went back to their store link, found their WeChat and Telegram, and messaged there. Griffin replied quickly and explained their WhatsApp had been banned. The papers had gone to their agent for shipping and they were waiting on a tracking code. They landed on the 14th August.

Verdict. The only issue was the papers, which for a replica are worth nothing functionally — it affected nothing about using the bag. It was resolved, and for a higher-end rep the quality holds up across the box, the papers and the bag itself, which is outstanding.

I’d happily order from Griffin again. I understand the concerns people have about delays and placeholder responses — Griffin works on China time, so give it some room and your product will land as described. When there was a problem, they were quick to sort it.

Photos below. Happy to answer any questions.

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Okay, I decided to try out a new seller because my usual (baobao) is so darn busy its been taking too long to get orders in!

I decided to order with Betty because she was running a sale on huahui bags. First impressions of seller- she is super quick to respond to questions and easy to work with. I always get nervous steering away from my comfort zone by ordering with people I haven't used before but she was very honest and straight forward. We did send one bag back and swap it out due to misalignment of logos, there was no fuss about it- so I give credit where its due!

Now that bag-

Its simply scrumptious lol. The leather is extremely soft, it melts into the ground without the pillow which is what I've seen of the auth as well. The hot stamping is clean and well done, which was about $10 add on to do.

I've seen some people say they felt the trim and strap on their bags felt pleather-y and Im wondering if its a batch issue? Mine feels smooth, high quality and smells very good. I have a lot of leather bags and jackets so its not a matter of not knowing what the difference is.

The hardware seems durable and has solid weight to it so no complaints there either- we will see how it holds up buy im honestly not too worried about it. The logos are perfectly matte, no shine to them other than how they should be.

My only complaint is the pillow- its not quite big enough to keep the bag 100% stuffed. Im not sure if this is the usual or just with mine but it is something to note.

Overall im very happy with this purchase for under $300 shipped im impressed with the quality and now have a new seller I would happily use again and reccomend to others.

Seller: Betty 6882

Factory: Huahui

Bag: P9 UB 40

Price: sale price 183 +10 (engraving) + 90 (shipping)= 283

Timeline:

Messaged and purchased: 7/29

1st PSP: 8/3

2nd psp: 8/4

Recieved bag 8/17

Fastest service I've personally experienced.

I am not getting compensation for this review, im just a hobby bag collector and pay for all of my bags myself.

So I have just got an email showcasing the hottest suede bags and of course I want them both! I don’t even have anything to match with the green one but I just like the fact it’s suede and pretty 😍😂

I hope they get repped ( not seen it in any album yet) but I have a sneaky suspicion the factories won’t nail the green colour 😢

I’ve had these two G* totes for a while now, so I figured I’d finally share some pics and thoughts after actually using them.
They’re the navy and white versions and I had both personalized with my initials. I paid around $540 total for the two. I don’t know the factory.
When they arrived I stuffed them and hung them in my closet for about a week to give the canvas time to relax and let the wrinkles/paint settle before really judging them. They were shipped without boxes at my request and arrived flat rather than folded.
After using them, I’m still really happy with both. The canvas feels nice, the leather has a good substantial feel, and I’m happy with the stitching and personalization. I also don’t remember having any noticeable fufu smell.
I got them from Griffin and both purchases were pretty uneventful in the best way 😂 Communication was easy, I got PSPs when expected, shipping was quick, and both bags arrived without any issues. I’d personally buy from him again.
All of the photos are of the actual bags I received. i will post more photos in comments if anyone needs them.
For transparency: I paid for both bags myself. Griffin recently asked if I’d be willing to share my honest experience and his updated contact information

Griffin has WeChat and FB:

WeChat: GR202425

https://www.facebook.com/share/19LQ9vCYTH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Hi Friends! I am fairly new to the rep world and have dealt with two other seller (as in ordering from them) before Ross (5796) but had to come on here to sing his praises!! Disclaimer: I have NOT received any kind of compensation for this review, I am simply posting because I’m hoping to help out others like me 😂

I don’t even know if the photos do it justice but the quality of both these products are incredible!!! I saw another review from a user who used Ross, which is why I reached out. His communication is the best I’ve come across! So personable. He never got annoyed about the countless questions (and I mean COUNTLESS lol) that I had and never pressured me to buy anything. The 25 mini came from OF and was $349 in total/including shipping. The bag feels AMAZING and buttery. Not shiny and cheap whatsoever. Hardware is very sold, not too gold/bright looking. I have never felt or seen the authentic in person but I did lots of research comparing photos/reviews and settled on this being the best bang for your buck. He even went as far as ordering me a second bag because the first one he received had some minor stitching issues which he found in his QC of the bag. I didn’t even have to ask!

The flats, LOVE! Amazing quality. I am unsure of the factory. I will say, I ordered a 39 and am usually a true 8.5 US and these are slightly snug. I don’t know if they will stretch out but I have already placed an order for a size 40 to compare because these were such great quality! They were $110.

Overall. I am already looking at what I can buy next because my experience with Ross was the absolute best!!! I will post another review once I get the new shoes in my possession 😂 Hope this helps anyway who is on the fence with these items!!

📥 THE BASICS

• Purchased Item: LP Suede Summer Walk, H Chypres, MM Tabi Chelsea Boots
• Factory: N/A
• Seller: Zhong
• Contact Info: Album (WA: 9796)
• Price: See details below
• Payment Method: PPFF

⏱️ LOGISTICS & TIMELINE

My dumb ass lost all my WA messages on a phone change so timeline isn't totally exact here.

Late June - ordered

7/1 (?) - received PSPs, GL'ed. Had her send to Deng to consolidate with some bags (note Zhong will direct ship and that is her preferred)

7/2 (?) - Deng

7/9 - Received shoes

🔍 THE DEEP DIVE

1. Rep Experience:

I want to preface this review by saying I am not someone who cares about getting the absolutely highest tier when it comes to rep shoes and clothing. While I certainly want shoes that are comfortable, well constructed and worth the price I do not QC them as closely as I do bags with regards to how much they match auth. That being said overall I felt the shoes from Zhong were excellent.

LP Suede Summer Walk - $118 (w/o shipping)

These are some of the most comfortable, softest shoes I own and I absolutely LOVE them. They are much more pink leaning in real life than in the PSPs and work beautifully with my summer outfits. The suede feels very luxurious. I don't have any other suede shoes to compare to but I would say it's softer than my Blake suede CC shopper but not as thick. My one gripe with these shoes is they attract dirt like nobody's business but that's unfortunately a price you have to pay with light colored shoes. I may order another pair of these next summer but in a darker color this time.

H Chypres - $98 (w/o shipping)

I know chypres are a bit of a controversial shoe but being a lifelong birkenstock girl I HAD to have the luxury version. The chypres from Zhong were very comfortable and make excellent walking shoes. The version I got were the style with Epsom leather straps. I do not have any Epsom leather bags to compare to, but in general the leather on both the straps and base felt nice quality. This is another shoe where I will likely order an additional pair next summer, likely with smooth leather or suede uppers

MM Tabi Boot - $128 (w/o shipping)

I LOVE THESE SHOES. In fact I love them so much I'll probably get the authentic at some point. I was worried about socks with the toe separator but they work fine with my regular wool socks. They are also surprisingly comfortable and don't seem to have as much of a break in period as some of my other boots. The rubber soles and brushed upper will make them perfect for the rainy fall weather later this year.

2. Seller Experience :

Zhong is very friendly and responsive. I talked to a few different sellers when looking at shoes and her prices without shipping were the lowest overall. Her album isn't well updated but you can simply send her pictures of items you want and the quality / factory you want and she will source them. She does do direct ship but I had her send my items to Deng since I wanted to package them with other things. She was prompt with shipping and sending the tracking number after I GL'ed. She also followed up with my several weeks after shipping to ask if I liked the items I received, which I found very nice as it's not often you find a seller with good after sales service.

Overall she is a great generalist seller. I had a good experience buying shoes from her and would like to try her again sometime for bags.

THE GALLERY

PSPs: https://ibb.co/album/nrd4Wc

My pics: https://ibb.co/album/3p07d9

⚖️ FINAL VERDICT

The Bottom Line: Overall very satisfied with the quality of these shoes. I would like to purchase some bags from Zhong in the future as well and will write an updated review then.

⚠️ DISCLOSURE: I received an offer for a free pair of shoes on my next bag order for this review. However note I did write a positive review for Zhong on the RR discord months ago before she offered this incentive.

📥 THE BASICS
Purchased Item: Artois MM burgundy, FLP Daily Battle 35 grey, St. Louis PM blue
Factory: Unknown / Not specified
Seller: Griffin
Contact Info:
WC: GR202425
Tele-gram user name is T. me/griffinbag (without spaces! this link is not working here so take out the space after T.)
FB: GYD Griffin
Price: $427.90 (with 10% insurance)
Payment Method: PPFF

⏱️LOGISTICS & TIMELINE
Initial inquiry 7/29
Order placed 7/29
PSPs received and approved 7/31
Shipped 8/2
Delivered 8/7

🔍 THE DEEP DIVE

1. Rep Experience The quality across all three bags is absolutely superior, true to Griffin’s reputation. I originally wanted the zipped version of the FLP Daily Battle 35. Griffin doesn't carry it, so I opted for the open-top version instead.
2. Seller Experience Working with Griffin is incredibly easy. He is highly responsive and answered all my questions quickly.

📸 THE GALLERY
PSPs (Pre-Shipment Photos) and my own photos are included

⚖️FINAL VERDICT
The Bottom Line:
Fantastic experience with Griffin for top-notch service and incredible quality! The international delivery arrived in no time despite his WA getting blocked. I'm happy with his communication throughout and the craftsmanship is unmatched. Even though it was my first time buying, Id say don't hesitate to buy from him!

Disclosure: No discounts for the bag, but Griffin offered me free insurance from a previous review (mini B0.heme H0b0), he actually remembered and applied the free insurance to this shipment! I appreciate when a seller does this!

 

Seller:  Griffin

Whatsapp: NONE! There was a recent announcement (contact details in that comment) but also, I found it easy to connect using Tele.gram (copied from the announcement cuz I am lazy):

I linked the comment for his contact above.

Album https://s.wsxc.cn/90gE8l

Price/Item name: Fa.ure L.e P.age D@ily B@ttle Tote 32 with Zipper (this is a discontinued style) with shipping though Fedex - $123 for the bag and $50 for shipping along with a Gyrd men’s wallet paid with Paypal Family and friends.

Okay, so I’m kinda obsessed with this F.LP tote. It’s not as mainstream as Gyrd or eLVee, but it still has that luxe energy. Honestly, I love that it’s more low‑key, after seeing a lot of Gyrd bags recently, this F.LP feels more exclusive and very “IYKYK.”

The details are what sold me. The canvas feels sturdier than Gyrd (which I’ve heard can tear over time after reading some reviews, see this youtube vid), and it’s structured enough to stand on its own. The lining is thicker and dark, so no stress about stains showing. Compared to my rep A.rtois, this one feels tougher and like it’ll last way longer.

I wasn’t really looking for a Gyrd replacement but I happened to see someone carrying a smaller version of the Daily B@ttle at a local boutique so I took a pic and searched it up. I was quite thrilled to see that there was a review of F.LP in a diff sub so I decided to get the exact same one. I have to say, this rep is super close to auth, and since navy also happens to be my fave color, I had to grab it. The little pop of yellow adds such a playful vibe.

Compared to my Gyrd A.rtois, the F.LP Straps are softer, which my shoulders appreciate. Plus, tucking down the straps means it slides under the airplane seat easily…travel win. And speaking of travel, the zipper lock adds a layer of security, the new versions of the F.LP don’t have this. I’m taking this on my Euro trip and feel way safer knowing pickpockets can’t just reach in.

The rep details are on point: engraved zippers and buttons, the grain on the navy leather, and even the signature yellow outline inside the pockets. Also appreciate the pockets on both sides of the interior. Perfect for stashing little knick‑knacks like tickets, keys, mints and lip balm.

Overall, it’s giving sturdy, stylish, and smart. Definitely feels like a bag that’s gonna hold up and stand out without screaming for attention.

Griffin was easy to purchase from as always. He’s become quite popular on reddit for good reason!

If you or anyone you know is crazy for C0*ch, I’d consider adding one to your current order with your TS. I originally bought it as a gift but it’s so good I’m keeping it for myself 😂

It was a simple add-on and only cost me 120 cookies shipped with my order. Lele mentioned it came from “Cloud Factory” and honestly, it’s spot on. These bags are pretty pricey in-store (approx 600) so I thought this was a really good deal. The leather is beautifully soft and I absolutely love the color 🤎

It’s a nice little bonus and wanted to share in case anyone else is looking 🥰

📥 THE BASICS
Purchased Item: Cisalpin Grey Backpack (Green Heart Motif), Pink Louis PM , Sky Blue Jouvence PM
Factory: Unknown / Not specified
Seller: Griffin
Contact Info:
WC: GR202425
Tele-gram user name is T. me/griffinbag (without spaces! this link is not working here so take out the space after T.)
FB: GYD Griffin
Price: $621 USD
Payment Method: PPFF

⏱️** LOGISTICS & TIMELIN**E
Initial inquiry 22/7
Order placed 22/7
PSPs received and approved 23/7
Final quality inspection completed 29/7
Shipped
Delivered to Australia approximately 7 days after QC

🔍 THE DEEP DIVE

1. Rep Experience
   This was my second order from Griffin after being extremely impressed with my first purchase, and once again the quality exceeded my expectations.
   The leather on all three items is soft with a smooth, creamy feel that gives them a premium appearance. The stitching is consistent and precise throughout, with no loose threads or uneven areas. The interior linings, labels, and overall finishing are all exceptionally well executed.
   One thing I particularly appreciated was the absence of any strong glue or chemical smell (“fufu”), which is often something people worry about. Everything arrived looking and feeling extremely well made, with no obvious flaws or signs of poor craftsmanship.
   Overall, the products are beautifully finished and have exceeded my expectations.
2. Seller Experience
   The buying experience was excellent from start to finish.
   Griffin was very responsive throughout the ordering process and answered every question promptly and patiently. Communication was clear, professional, and made the entire process very straightforward.
   Shipping was also impressively fast. Once the final quality inspection was completed, my order arrived in Australia in around 7 days, which exceeded my expectations.
   Based on both of my purchases, I would have no hesitation ordering from Griffin again.

📸 THE GALLERY
Include:
PSPs (Pre-Shipment Photos)
Your own photos of the items
Factory photos (if available)
Authentic comparison photos (optional)

⚖️** FINAL VERDIC**T
The Bottom Line:
An outstanding buying experience with excellent communication, fast international shipping, and exceptional craftsmanship. This is my second order with Griffin, and they’ve earned my confidence for future purchases. Anyone considering buying from them should definitely keep Griffin at the top of their list.

📥 THE BASICS

Purchased Item: Mini Puzzle Edge Soft-Grained Calfskin in Toffee Colour
Factory: Liusheng
Seller: Garmen
Price: $190 USD ($240-50 discount; shipping included)
Payment Method: PPFF

⏱️ LOGISTICS & TIMELINE

06/11: Paid & PSPs
06/18: Had to ask for tracking number
06/30: Received

⚠️ DISCLOSURE

I received a discount because I was unhappy with a previous purchase and a free bag charm. I fully intended to pay for the charm when they surprised me saying it was free. They asked for a review after I received the bag, I would’ve done so anyways based on the whole experience

🔍 THE DEEP DIVE

1. Rep Experience:
I’m usually an anti-puzzle person since I’ve read how it’s hard to get stuff out and the shape never appealed to me.

I learned about this mini when I asked Garmen for suggestions on a mini bag that I could take to work without the usual loud logos and they suggested this. I researched and decided on grained calfskin because I’d never sleep if I got the goatskin scratched up.

I liked it way more than I imagined. Perfect for work, fits a slim card holder, bulky key fob, lip gloss, and iPhone 14 Pro.

Leather is dry AF, so a few coats of Honey Leather conditioner while massaging it in by hand + blow dryer on low heat = 😘😘 The strap feels thin and flimsy so I’ll be looking for something else—not the donut chain because I can’t get over how it looks like @n@l beads 💀

2. Seller Experience:
By far the best communication in English. They’re also honest, will tell you if something is average/poor quality (I.e. Damier Ebene mini pochette accessoires).

Good packaging, secure. PSPs were good and they didn’t hesitate to take more photos/videos.
I did have to ask for the tracking number after I hadn’t heard from them after 3 business days.

I did ask about Mango factory which Garmen hadn’t heard of which makes me think they either don’t have access or doesn’t have relationships with them.

📸 THE GALLERY

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⚖️** FINAL VERDICT

My favourite mini bag for work and quick errands.

I finally treated myself for my birthday and I’m honestly SO happy I did. 🥹🩷

I’ve been eyeing the D-Joy Micro in Powder Pink Cannage Lambskin for a while, and when I saw this one from Sy Luxury Kelly, I knew this was going to be my birthday treat to myself.

I mean… look at her. 😭🩷

The powder pink is exactly the kind of pink I wanted — soft, feminine and not too bright. I was a little worried it might look too pink in person, but it’s actually such a pretty, delicate shade.

👜 The bag

The Micro is TINY, obviously 😂 but that’s actually one of the reasons I wanted it. I don’t always want to carry a huge bag with me, especially when I’m going out for dinner or drinks.

I can fit my phone, cardholder, lipstick and a few tiny essentials. That’s honestly enough for me.

The lambskin is so soft and the Cannage has that beautiful puffy look that I love about Dior bags. The whole thing feels very feminine and elegant.

And the little D.I.O.R. charms… 🥹✨ I don’t know why, but seeing them hanging from the handle makes me ridiculously happy.

🎀 Straps

It comes with both the chain and the leather strap, which I really like.

I think I’ll probably use the chain more when I’m dressing up, and the leather strap when I want to wear it crossbody.

But honestly, carrying it by the handle is probably my favorite way because it looks SO cute.

🩷 My thoughts

This wasn’t a “I need another bag” purchase. 😂

It was very much a “it’s my birthday and I wanted to give myself something pretty” purchase.

I’ve worked hard, so I decided I deserved a little birthday treat. And every time I look at this bag, I’m glad I did.

There are definitely more practical bags out there, but this one wasn’t about practicality for me. It was about getting something that makes me smile.

I’m obsessed. 🩷

9.5/10 for me.

The only deduction is because it’s MICRO 😂 — you really can’t bring your entire life with you.

Otherwise, she’s perfect for what I wanted.

Now I just need an excuse to take her out. 😂🩷

Seller: Sy Luxury Kelly
Bag: Lady D-Joy Micro
Color: Powder Pink
Leather: Cannage Lambskin

Happy birthday to me, I guess. 🎂🥂🩷