First off, lemme drop some truth bombs. This ain’t no scientific study. We’re talking about anecdotal evidence here, the kind you get from people yelling on the internet about their handbag hauls. BUT, and this is a big but (no pun intended…maybe?), there’s a general consensus.
I saw this one r/Singapore post, and this person was basically saying luxury goods, *in general*, are way cheaper in Europe. Like, *way* way. They were comparing Singapore to Germany and Paris, specifically mentioning YSL, Hermes, and BV being around 20% more expensive in Singapore. Twenty percent! That’s, like, a whole extra bag you could buy! (Okay, maybe not a *whole* bag, but definitely a wallet or, like, a fancy keychain… you know, the important stuff).
Then, you got the whole South Korea thing. Someone was asking about LV prices there, saying the dollar is strong and all. Now, that kinda implies they’re hoping for a bargain, right? My gut feeling? If they’re looking for cheaper than the US, South Korea probably ain’t the place.
So, connecting the dots… if Singapore is more expensive than Paris, and South Korea might not be a steal, then Paris is probably the winner, winner, chicken dinner!
Now, here’s where my personal opinion comes in, because, honestly, who trusts purely factual stuff these days? Listen, even if the price difference is only, like, 10%, Paris is still the way to go. Why? Because it’s PARIS! You’re buying a Louis Vuitton *in Paris*. That’s, like, a whole experience, y’know? You can swan around, eat croissants, pretend you’re in a movie… it’s all part of the package! Plus, you get the bragging rights. “Oh, this old thing? I just picked it up in Paris.” Boom. Instant coolness.
Of course, you gotta factor in the cost of getting to Paris in the first place. Flights, hotels, all that jazz. But honestly, if you’re already planning a trip, or even *thinking* about planning a trip… just do it. Think of it as an investment. Not just in a handbag, but in memories. And Instagram content. Let’s be real.
