A Fabulous Find

Vintage Louis Vuitton Makeup Case

One of my favorite finds when I was out junking on an early weekend morning was this fabulous vintage Louis Vuitton makeup case. It was an estate sale in Newport Beach and I happened to be the first person outside lined up to enter.  Standing at the entry and peering through the iron gate, I spotted this amazing case in a heap of random objects lining the pool area. Who could have thrown this treasure in with such mundane items such as pots and pans and picture frames? When the gate flew open at the designated time of 8:00 am, my feet freed themselves like two weeds being jerked from the earth and flung hurling to the mound of debris clutching the prize. Sadly, when I opened the lid, it was very soiled, the mirror was shattered, and the key was missing. But when I heard the price was $200.00, I knew it was going home with me. From this point on, the story of my fabulous find just keeps getting better. Upon paying, the seller said he would take $50.00 off because of the condition and Louis Vuitton at South Coast Plaza, replaced the mirror and key at no charge. When I arrived to pick up my refurbished case, much to my surprise was a similar trunk showcased at the entrance to their store titled “Flower Trunk 1910” and thus was my inspiration for my very own “ LV Blooming Case” which I will cherish forever.

South Coast Plaza Store Showcase