I happen to LVOE the Damier Speedy! I have the 30 in Ebene and Azur, 'cause I love it so much. I know the mono is the traditional, standard LV, but I think the Damier is actually prettier. (And this from a girl who is currently loving her Tivoli GM, a Mono bag.) The browns in the Damier are actually richer and more chocolatey. I think the Damier Speedy is both handsome and lovely, suitable for dressing up or down. The 30 holds my daily stuff with room to spare: Zippy Organizer, eyeglasses case, sunglasses case, gum, pen, cosmetics pouch, pochette for credit cards and receipts, iphone, etc. Now, tell me this is not gorgeous!