I tried not to get LV for my birthday . . . I got a David Yurman necklace, but it broke within an hour of wearing it. I was so disappointed that I returned the piece and went straight to LV. I wanted this bag back in the summer for my anniversary trip to Italy, but my sweet hubby surprised me with Chanel jumbo caviar leather double flap, so I could not ask for another bag . . . .but that was 6 months ago! Happy birthday to me!