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Old Sep 8, 2020, 7:41 am
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Chris2013
 
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Originally Posted by hornillas1
RIMOWA, yes.

Tumi, no. lol

Tumi can be found at discount retailers like TJ Maxx, Nordstrom Rack and Off Saks Fifth.

LVMH has better control, than Samsonite, in product distribution to retail stores and authorized retailers.
Never seen Tumi at a TJ Maxx but Saks Off 5th and Nordstrom rack also carry Versace, Oscar de la Renta, Prada, etc which are exclusive luxury brands and aren't diminished by being sold through them.

I do agree that LVMH does have a better grip on its distribution but doesn't change the fact that these two brands compete for the same buyer pool looking for high-end luggage. I'd venture to guess about 90% of people looking to spend upwards of $500 on a suitcase are debating between Tumi and Rimowa.
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