Fashionphile just lost a loyal 10-year client. My first purchase from Fashionphile was a Louis Vuitton Garment Cover in January 2007. I have always used Fashionphile because they have the best prices and I have always felt comfortable that their inventory was authentic. The customer experience has always been pleasant. Now, fast forward 10 years. What a difference 10 years … [Read more...]
ARTHUR’S LIP BALM IS A MUST-HAVE FOR MEN
Men, you cannot be a good kisser if you have chapped lips. A well-groomed man has soft lips. A lot of men don't like to use lip balm because they are usually designed for women, meaning the tubing is small and the flavors are feminine. Don't worry! Arthur heard your concerns and produced the perfect organic solution: Jumbo Organic Lip Balm. The balm comes in 3 flavors: … [Read more...]
CAN A LUXURY BRAND BE TOO EXCLUSIVE? YES
I own an Hermes Lizard Grand Modele Agenda, so I called Hermes to get an agenda refill. I thought it would be a simple process, but I was wrong. Ring. "Hermes, I am on your site. I am trying to order an agenda refill, but I am not sure which size refill will fit my agenda. Can you help me?" The CSR was very reluctant to give me any information over the phone. She first … [Read more...]
BEST WHIPPED LUXURY PRICE: LV ALZER 80
People always ask, "Mistress Susan, what is the best bargain you have ever taken advantage of?" It's the Louis Vuitton Alzer 80. It retails for $9,950, and with 8% tax, the price jumps to $10,714. I bought a 1991 Alzer 80 from a reputable Charlotte-based luxury dealer for $1,875. The 28-year-old piece is in excellent shape, and the seller even had the handle replaced by Louis … [Read more...]
DESIGNER CLOTHES: THE SIDE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE
By Regina Due, Fashion & Beauty Editor-at-Large We watch as celebrities walk down the red carpet in floral appliques and Swarovski encrusted corsets. We are plunged in a dream with every new collection as models strut down the runway in dramatic and unattainable couture dresses, and we skip buying that $4,000 dress for a much cheaper version of it because we cannot … [Read more...]