A Crocodile Leather Bag Costs 1.3 Billion Won... "Louis Vuitton's Animal Cruelty"

Crocodile Leather Decorated with Gold and Diamonds
Animal Cruelty Criticism Continues

A bag that Louis Vuitton's Creative Director carried during Paris Fashion Week, which attracted attention, has been released at a price of 1.3 billion KRW, causing a stir.

Recently, foreign media such as the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported that the price of 'The Millionaire Speedy,' carried by Louis Vuitton's Men's Creative Director Pharrell Williams, was set at 1 million dollars (approximately 1.285 billion KRW), true to its name. The Speedy is one of Louis Vuitton's signature lines.

[Image source: Louis Vuitton official website]

The bag is sold only through a made-to-order system focused on a very limited number of customers. Therefore, it cannot be purchased on Louis Vuitton's official website.

The bag is made of crocodile leather and features Louis Vuitton's signature pattern. Additionally, various parts of the bag are decorated with diamonds and gold. The colors available are yellow, red, green, blue, and brown, totaling five options.

The bag became famous after American basketball player PJ Tucker posted related content on Instagram.

Louis Vuitton's Creative Director Pharrell Williams is holding a 'Millionaire Speedy'.
[Image source=SCMP]

However, criticism regarding the bag is increasing. The price is considered excessively high, and there are concerns about animal cruelty involved in obtaining the crocodile leather used for the bag.

The U.S. branch of the animal rights organization PETA sent a letter inviting Pharrell to visit a crocodile farm, raising the issue of animal abuse.

Moreover, local netizens responded with comments such as "Even if I were rich, I wouldn't buy this bag for 1 million dollars," "I am not impressed by the design," and "I want to support Pharrell's bag, but I can't."

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