Hot stamping is a popular way to personalize your Louis Vuitton item and make it truly one-of-a-kind. It involves adding your initials or a special message to the surface of your bag or accessory using a heated metal stamp.
But what if you didn’t have the chance to hot stamp your Louis Vuitton item at the time of purchase? Can you still do it afterwards?
The answer is yes, you can! Louis Vuitton offers hot stamping services even after purchase. This means that if you’ve already bought your LV item and now want to add a personal touch, it’s not too late to do so.
However, there are some limitations and guidelines that you need to be aware of before proceeding with hot stamping your Louis Vuitton item after purchase. Here are some important things to keep in mind:
Eligible Items
Not all Louis Vuitton items can be hot stamped after purchase. The following items are eligible for hot stamping:
- Leather bags
- Small leather goods (wallets, cardholders, etc.)
- Luggage tags
Note that canvas bags (such as the iconic Neverfull and Speedy styles) cannot be hot stamped after purchase due to the nature of the material.
Location and Size
When it comes to hot stamping after purchase, there are limitations on where on the item you can have the personalization added as well as how large it can be. Generally speaking, hot stamping is limited to:
- The front or back of leather bags
- The front or back of small leather goods
- The front or back of luggage tags
As for size, Louis Vuitton offers two font sizes for hot stamping:
- Small – up to 3 initials
- Large – up to 6 characters (including spaces and punctuation)
Color
Another important consideration when it comes to hot stamping after purchase is the color of the stamp. Louis Vuitton offers several color options for hot stamping, including gold, silver, and pink. However, keep in mind that not all colors may be available at all times and that availability may vary by location.
Process
So how do you go about hot stamping your Louis Vuitton item after purchase? The process is relatively simple:
1. Bring your item to a Louis Vuitton store that offers hot stamping services. 2. Choose your personalization (up to 3 initials or 6 characters). 3.
Choose your font size (small or large). 4. Choose your color (gold, silver, or pink). 5. Wait for the heat stamping process to be completed.
Note that the wait time may vary depending on how busy the store is and how many items are ahead of yours in line.
Cost
Finally, it’s worth noting that there is a cost associated with hot stamping after purchase. The fee varies depending on the item and location but generally ranges from $15-$20 per personalization.
Conclusion
In conclusion, yes – you can hot stamp your Louis Vuitton item after purchase! Just keep in mind the eligible items, location and size limitations, color options, process, and cost before proceeding. With these considerations in mind, you can add a personal touch to your LV item and make it truly unique!