Help me decide - only 1 WC Papillion left in NZ!

bunny25 · Aug 5th, 2008, 10:25 PM

Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum - but I'm hoping you can help me out!
I have fallen in love

with the watercolour print and am trying to decide between the speedy 35 and the papillion.
In NZ they only have the white speedy and the pap in stock, and only one pap left in the country!

I'm leaning towards the pap as I don't like the look of speedy handles when they develop a deep patina/get dirty, and I like carrying bags on my shoulder. Also, you couldn't really take that size speedy out at night could you? I kinda think the watercolour print should go with pretty dresses so the smaller papillion might be a better choice? I currently use a neverfull MM for everyday use. Any opinions would be greatly received as I'm struggling to make my final decision! Everyone on here seems to love speedys...

MissMcCrocodile · Aug 5th, 2008, 10:47 PM

Welcome to tPF, bunny25!
You're right, the speedy 35 is too large for an evening bag. I have the WC papillon, so I may be a bit biased, but it it lovely. While some people carry it on their shoulders, I don't really like that look. I'm afraid I'll squish it too much! Especially since there's only one left, you should go for it. LV regrets are hard to live with. You could always return it if you change your mind.

mariah9999 · Aug 6th, 2008, 09:28 AM

I think the WC Papillon is beautiful and doesn't always get the credit it deserves! Go for it! It's a beauty and perfect for going out!!!

blueiris · Aug 6th, 2008, 10:34 AM

Sounds like you want the Papillon (shoulder bag, better size for evening), but you're only considering the Speedy because "everyone on here seems to love Speedys." I think the latter is the wrong way to choose a bag (this is someone who tends to carry bags and wallets that are not the most popular ones on the forum, LOL).

Get the Papillon! You know it's what you want!

drechie · Aug 6th, 2008, 12:44 PM

get the pap especially since its the last one in the country...you can always resell it.

bunny25 · Aug 6th, 2008, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by blueiris

Sounds like you want the Papillon (shoulder bag, better size for evening), but you're only considering the Speedy because "everyone on here seems to love Speedys." I think the latter is the wrong way to choose a bag (this is someone who tends to carry bags and wallets that are not the most popular ones on the forum, LOL).

Get the Papillon! You know it's what you want!

I think you're right

...I guess I just wonder if there's some magical thing I'm missing about the speedy!?! Also have a wee reservation about the squishing-under-the-arm issue with the papillion - can any pap owners comment on how bad this is - does it cause the bag to become misshapen?

blueiris · Aug 6th, 2008, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by bunny25

I think you're right

...I guess I just wonder if there's some magical thing I'm missing about the speedy!?! Also have a wee reservation about the squishing-under-the-arm issue with the papillion - can any pap owners comment on how bad this is - does it cause the bag to become misshapen?

I have neither the Speedy nor the Papillon, so I can't comment on any magical element about the Speedy or on the squish issue of the Pap. But, I've seen some photos of Papillon/vernis Bedford/epi Soufflot owners who avoid the squish issue by looping one strap under the other, then using that now-longer single strap on the shoulder (hard to describe--you can probably find photos with a search or in the Rolling Papillon/Bedford/Soufflot Clubhouse thread). Good luck!

bunny25 · Aug 6th, 2008, 09:49 PM

Just called the Galleria store and they have received a new one in - going to see it on the weekend!

Fingers crossed I love it as much in the flesh!

bunny25 · Aug 6th, 2008, 10:00 PM

Oh no! I've just fallen in love with the pearl Vernis Sunset Boulevard...what to do!!?

sari_luna · Aug 7th, 2008, 02:35 AM

Pearl Vernis, while beautiful, is prone to color transfer and yellowing over time. It seems there were a lot of reports of light-colored Vernis yellowing over time, no matter how careful you are with it.

I would still recommend the Papillon. You'll get more use of it than the tiny Sunset Blvd.

carrie3579 · Aug 7th, 2008, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by bunny25

Oh no! I've just fallen in love with the pearl Vernis Sunset Boulevard...what to do!!?

The Papillon is gorgeous. I have mine out and I just can't stop looking at the colors. :) I say go with WC because its LE.

bunny25 · Aug 7th, 2008, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by sari_luna

Pearl Vernis, while beautiful, is prone to color transfer and yellowing over time. It seems there were a lot of reports of light-colored Vernis yellowing over time, no matter how careful you are with it.

I would still recommend the Papillon. You'll get more use of it than the tiny Sunset Blvd.

Yellowing??

That is NOT good. It is such a gorgeous pristine colour! Hmm that certainly crushes that dream somewhat!

MatAllston · Aug 7th, 2008, 11:14 PM

I'll like WC Papillon over the WC Speedy 35, the 35 is way too big.

bunny25 · Aug 12th, 2008, 06:31 PM

So I went into LV last night to purchase the papillion.....and I didn't like it! :(((! So gutted. I just don't think it suited my style. I'm not a pink girl and it turns out it's really pink in the flesh! The salesperson really pushed it as its LE.. Going back tonight to have another look but I think I'll be leaving with a Saleya GM in Damier Azur...Summer is almost here and I'm a blue and white girl! Still doesn't satisfy my need for an evening bag but might put a small bag next on my list!

LVMOMMY · Aug 12th, 2008, 08:38 PM

Get the Papillon! Post pictures of new bag when you get it!

Aug 5th, 2008, 10:25 PM	#1
bunny25 LV Lover Location: Auckland	Help me decide - only 1 WC Papillion left in NZ! Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum - but I'm hoping you can help me out! I have fallen in love with the watercolour print and am trying to decide between the speedy 35 and the papillion. In NZ they only have the white speedy and the pap in stock, and only one pap left in the country! I'm leaning towards the pap as I don't like the look of speedy handles when they develop a deep patina/get dirty, and I like carrying bags on my shoulder. Also, you couldn't really take that size speedy out at night could you? I kinda think the watercolour print should go with pretty dresses so the smaller papillion might be a better choice? I currently use a neverfull MM for everyday use. Any opinions would be greatly received as I'm struggling to make my final decision! Everyone on here seems to love speedys...

Aug 6th, 2008, 09:28 AM	#3
mariah9999 Lovin' LV Location: Purseville	I think the WC Papillon is beautiful and doesn't always get the credit it deserves! Go for it! It's a beauty and perfect for going out!!! __________________ Let's celebrate! A new craft sub-forum is coming to tPF! Join our chat as we wait. Thanks Vlad & Megs!

Aug 6th, 2008, 12:44 PM	#5
drechie Member	get the pap especially since its the last one in the country...you can always resell it. __________________ you have not met minimum requirements to link here

Aug 7th, 2008, 11:14 PM	#13
MatAllston Member	I'll like WC Papillon over the WC Speedy 35, the 35 is way too big. __________________ 2008 Acquisitions To Date: Perfo Cles in Green (Jan 14) Limelight Clutch in Copper (Jan 14) Neverfull MM in Mono (Feb 14) Vernis Christie PM in Yellow (March 28) Epi Lock-It in Ivoire (April 22) Vernis Spring Street in Silver (June 23) Perfo Cles in Fuschia (Aug 6) Watercolor Papillon (Aug 24) Watercolor Speedy 30 in White (Oct 21) Epi Laguito Briefcase in Black (Nov 8) Epi Pochette in Red (Nov 30)

Aug 5th, 2008, 10:47 PM	#2
MissMcCrocodile Member Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada	Welcome to tPF, bunny25! You're right, the speedy 35 is too large for an evening bag. I have the WC papillon, so I may be a bit biased, but it it lovely. While some people carry it on their shoulders, I don't really like that look. I'm afraid I'll squish it too much! Especially since there's only one left, you should go for it. LV regrets are hard to live with. You could always return it if you change your mind.

Aug 6th, 2008, 10:34 AM	#4
blueiris I love my new Suhali Location: United States	Sounds like you want the Papillon (shoulder bag, better size for evening), but you're only considering the Speedy because "everyone on here seems to love Speedys." I think the latter is the wrong way to choose a bag (this is someone who tends to carry bags and wallets that are not the most popular ones on the forum, LOL). Get the Papillon! You know it's what you want!

Aug 6th, 2008, 09:49 PM	#8
bunny25 LV Lover Location: Auckland	Just called the Galleria store and they have received a new one in - going to see it on the weekend! Fingers crossed I love it as much in the flesh!

Aug 6th, 2008, 10:00 PM	#9
bunny25 LV Lover Location: Auckland	Oh no! I've just fallen in love with the pearl Vernis Sunset Boulevard...what to do!!?

Aug 7th, 2008, 02:35 AM	#10
sari_luna Sofa King Banned	Pearl Vernis, while beautiful, is prone to color transfer and yellowing over time. It seems there were a lot of reports of light-colored Vernis yellowing over time, no matter how careful you are with it. I would still recommend the Papillon. You'll get more use of it than the tiny Sunset Blvd.

Aug 12th, 2008, 06:31 PM	#14
bunny25 LV Lover Location: Auckland	So I went into LV last night to purchase the papillion.....and I didn't like it! :(((! So gutted. I just don't think it suited my style. I'm not a pink girl and it turns out it's really pink in the flesh! The salesperson really pushed it as its LE.. Going back tonight to have another look but I think I'll be leaving with a Saleya GM in Damier Azur...Summer is almost here and I'm a blue and white girl! Still doesn't satisfy my need for an evening bag but might put a small bag next on my list!

Aug 12th, 2008, 08:38 PM	#15
LVMOMMY Proud mom of 4	Get the Papillon! Post pictures of new bag when you get it!