That's interesting, I wonder why they decided to price match both bag models now, the extra suede should warrant a little higher price IMHO
I bought my first Lady Dior last week too as I didn't want to pay over $5k for it in the future. I learned my lesson with Chanel when I waited too long and eventually paid an extra $2k... And I would definitely not purchase a Chanel flap with current prices, I just don't like it THAT much, just as you said mental cap... The perception of "worth it" is obviously very individual and for me Lady Dior is not worth it after $5k, so I'm glad I have it in my collection now. Thanks to this forum where I first heard about the upcoming price increase!
BTW guitar straps didn't go up yet, as well as Saddle bags and I panic bought both