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I purchased two Longchamp le pliage bags at Galleries Layfette, one as a gift and one for myself. After further reading on this forum, I discovered that some of the bags are made in China while others are made in France. Following this, I checked out my recent purchases and one of the two bags was indeed made in China. I find this quite frustrating, particularly considering the prices.

Are only certain sizes and/or colors made in France? Any chance I can return/exchange the made in China bag for a made in France version? I realize that these bags are very common and not "unique." However, it would be nice to know that at least my Paris purchase was made in France.

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Oh wow - thanks for posting this! I'll be sure to check before I make my purchase. I can't imagine they wouldn't allow you to exchange it. Are you still in Paris?

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I'm leaving for Nice tomorrow. Fortunately, there is a Galleries Lafeyette in Nice. I plan to either exchange it there or return it then purchase at Longchamp store in Nice.

Who would've thought, seriously?

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Sadly, it is not uncommon for designer goods to be being made in China. In Italy, they can say something (a purse, shoes, jacket, whatever) is "made in Italy" even if the majority of the item was made elsewhere (China, etc) - as long as there is a certain percentage of the item made in Italy - even just a buckle - it can say it is made in Italy.

It is an unfortunate part of the current market - I can barely find anything not made in China. It takes effort - but, I do try.

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Well, that is just not right to go all the way to France and get a bag made in China! I hope you can return it or exchange it. I'm glad you posted this.

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I bought 2 Longchamp bags in Paris last year. One is a Planetes and it says made in Romania.

The other is a Pliage and it was made in China.

I never thought to check, but I didn't really expect them to be made in France.

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These days goods can be made anywhere and I don't think many people are surprised by it. If a business in China can deliver the goods for the right price, they get the order. The prices bear no resemblance to the cost of production whether they're made in France, China or anywhere else. That will always be the case for as long as people are prepared to pay for a name.

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yes, some Furla and even Prada are being made in China now. It's best to read the lables (Made in....) prior to buying. I found this out as well last month when I purchased a Furla.

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I don't know what Galleries Lafayette policies are on exchanges but in Europe it is quite common for exchanges to not be allowed. In the US we are used to exchanges being the norm, but it is not the norm everywhere.

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Isn't everything made in China? Even Spode, the epitome of fine UK porcelain, is now made in China. I know people who scour second hand markets in the UK in search of the "genuine" article. Keep in mind, the manufactured item is made to a specification and a design set by the label, regardless of the place of manufacture. So if you buy Prada because you want Prada, that is what you get, regardless of the country of manufacture.

I mean, is Boeing all made in the US? Is any car still wholly manufactured in the country of origin? Where do the components of perfume come from? Move on people - this is a world economy. You want locally made, buy bread! Actually....

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I bought a scarf that says "Made in France" at a nearby TJ Maxx. I loved wearing it in France. I wonder how many scarves in Paris are actually made in France?

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Long Champ_Made in China? - Paris Forum (2024)

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Are Longchamp made in China authentic? ›

Lastly, the brand also works closely with partner workshops in France, China, Romania, and Morocco. Regardless of the geographical location of the workshops, the “made by Longchamp” label guarantees consistent quality in the manufacturing of the brand's products, which all meet the same quality standards.

Does Longchamp make bags in Romania? ›

Finally, the brand also makes use of partner workshops in France, China, Romania and Morocco. Regardless of the geographic location of the workshops, "made by Longchamp" ensures the consistent manufacturing of products that all meet the same quality standards.

Do Longchamp bags have serial numbers? ›

To avoid being duped, it is crucial to know the distinctive signs of an authentic Longchamp bag. Examine the details carefully, also check the label, serial number and certificate of authenticity, if applicable. Familiarize yourself with the specific characteristics of each Longchamp bag model to detect imitations.

Where are Longchamp bags made on Reddit? ›

Understated quality for the price, both bags were made in France and are within the 300 range. Hope the brand gets more recognized for their leather goods.

Where are bags made in China? ›

Guangzhou. Guangzhou is the largest bag industrial cluster in China, mainly including Huadu, Sanliyuan, etc. It is known as the capital of China's leather goods. Also, Guangzhou is famous for its complete bag industry chain, which has a large-scale raw bag material market, skilled workers, and advanced factories.

Where can I check if my bag is authentic? ›

Check to see if your bag has an inside tag with a brand name and a serial number on it (because almost all authentic purses will). The inside tags should be hand-stitched or stamped into the leather. In some cases, designers also include authenticity labels on the outside of the bag.

Why is Longchamp so expensive? ›

The answer to that lies in the fact that it's still an exclusively family-owned business, with Philippe Cassegrain's children, Jean as the CEO, Olivier as the US Managing Director and Sophie Delafontaine as its Creative Director, managing the helm of the business and constantly striving towards betterment.

What makes Longchamp expensive? ›

Unraveling the Longchamp

While its price points align with those of Coach and Kate Spade, the quality of its leathers and craftsmanship present a compelling argument in favor of its luxury status.

What celebrities are using Longchamp? ›

The brand offers a variety of other appealing bags, and in past years it has touted Coco Rocha, Alexa Chung, and Kendall Jenner as the face of Longchamp. Additionally, the brand has released collaborations with the likes of Jeremy Scott and Kate Moss.

Is Longchamp made in Morocco? ›

Finally, the brand also makes use of partner workshops in France, China, Romania and Morocco. Regardless of the geographic location of the workshops, "made by Longchamp" ensures the consistent manufacturing of products that all meet the same quality standards.

Do people still use Longchamp? ›

Over the years, the Longchamp tote bag has become super popular and has been seen in the company of some pretty famous people including Kate Middleton and Kendall Jenner proving that no matter who you are a classic tote is always handy to have. Rumour has it even Meghan Markle uses a Longchamp tote bag.

Who manufactures Longchamp? ›

Longchamp is a French leather goods company, founded in Paris in 1948 by Jean Cassegrain. The company pioneered luxury leather-covered pipes before expanding into small leather goods. Longchamp debuted women's handbags in 1971, becoming one of France's leading leather goods makers.

What material are Longchamp bags made of? ›

LE PLIAGE ENERGY, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ECONYL, SINCE 2022

The body of the bag is made from Econyl canvas, which is certified recycled polyamide, commonly known as nylon. Recycled polyamide comes from various sources, including fishing nets, rugs, carpets, and industrial waste.

Why are Longchamp bags so popular? ›

In other words, the bag is Longchamp's bestselling bag for a reason – it's universally appealing and, thanks to its various iterations, can be carried for travel, work, and everything in between. Moreover, its price makes it more accessible than most luxury bags.

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