A wealthy woman in China has taken social media by storm with an act of revenge against staff at a Louis Vuitton (LV) store who she felt had treated her poorly. The incident, which has been dubbed the "most spleen-venting incident of the year," has sparked widespread praise and debate online.
Key Takeaways
- A wealthy Chinese woman felt disrespected by staff at a Louis Vuitton store in Chongqing.
- Her complaints to the luxury brand’s headquarters were dismissed.
- She returned to the store with 600,000 yuan in cash, only to withdraw her purchase at the last moment.
- The incident has gone viral on social media, sparking both praise and debate.
The Initial Incident
The story began in June at the StarLight Place shopping center in Chongqing, southwestern China. The woman, who goes by "xiaomayouren" on the social media platform Xiaohongshu, recounted an infuriating experience at the LV outlet that left her feeling snubbed and disrespected.
Carrying a Hermes handbag, she entered the LV store intending to purchase clothes. However, she was met with what she described as a dismissive and stand-offish attitude from the staff. Her request for drinking water was ignored, and instead of being shown the latest arrivals, she was directed to old seasonal garments. When she asked to see some dresses that would fit her, the staff allegedly rolled their eyes and appeared impatient.
The Complaint
Feeling insulted, the woman left the store and attempted to file a complaint with the luxury brand’s headquarters. However, her grievances were dismissed, leaving her with a grudge for two months.
The Act of Revenge
In August, the woman decided to take matters into her own hands. She returned to the store with a large bag containing 600,000 yuan (approximately $82,000) in cash. Accompanied by her personal assistant and a friend, she browsed through some clothes and informed the sales staff that she intended to make a purchase. However, when it came time to pay, she handed over the bag of cash.
The sales staff, now faced with the arduous task of counting the large sum, spent two hours doing so. But just as they completed the count, the woman dropped the ultimate bombshell: "We don’t want to buy now. We are leaving."
Social Media Reaction
She later shared the incident on Xiaohongshu, writing, "After they finished counting it, I just took away my money and left. How is it possible for me to buy their products to improve their work performance?"
The incident has captivated social media, with many praising her for standing up against poor customer service, while others debate the ethics of her actions.