The Da Vuitton Code
Who knew there was a secret code among hotel, travel & tourism staff going back at least 100 years? I didn‘t. I work in this industry and finding myself with plenty of time on my hands these days, I was leafing through LV’s 100 Greatest Trunks and happened upon this quirky code bellhops, doormen, maids, loaders etc. had that was universally understood worldwide regarding the upper classes proclivities - whether they were big tippers, ignorant, demanding or occasionally flung telephones at people’s heads.
I clarified this with an associate who deals with the private jet set in the Middle East and he confirmed that staff DO talk. So, if you ever find yourself in the ”Three Comma Club”, yes, we are talking about you behind your back.
Enjoy!
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My first thought went to a deft chalk marking, quietly hiding in plain sight. It was a funny insight into a time we romanticise about now and revealing that while so much changes, so much stays the same. Nowadays, the speed at which luggage is hurled into a cargo hold is directly proportional to the cost. Back then it was according to those markings. Nicely done 👍🏿