Fun February 2023 Purchases!

[ingenieux00]

Managed to get my hands on the mirror handle trunk from SS21!

 

[Aliluvlv]

I'm just gonna throw my review in here. It's been a while since i've written a review on a bag, but I thought this one deserved some detailed discussion. I became interested in it because I love the silhouette of speedys and keepalls. They are so true to the spirit of Louis Vuitton's heritage, functional coolness, my interpretation anyway. I am excessively picky that I keep looking for bags that hit that sweet spot in terms of size, functionality and style, of which this bag ticks all the boxes. Here are my observations for anyone interested.

Pros:
1. This bag is a very specific mood, casual, less obvious than traditional monogram (which I love) yet still cool and classic. I love monogram, and have 25 and 20, but this black and gray colorway (I swear my eyes see lavender), so chic. I can see Wednesday Adams wearing this one, not the classic. (She's my hero.) On that same note, I think it would be a NO for so many because of the color. I'm relieved there is a limited market for this piece.
2. Size is perfect for people who need to carry more than a minimalist, more than the 20 will comfortably carry. But, it doesn't have the height of a 20, just a centimeter or two shorter. Love the difference. Because it's wider, it's easier to see access stuff than the 20. Less internal stacking.
3. The zipper, yeah this chunky black zipper. I don't know if this is true for all men's bags, but the zipper is significantly smoother and more sturdy than the zipper on both my 20s. I have mono and black. And it is much less scratchy. That is one of my biggest pet peeves about LV zippers, which goes all the way back 30-40 years. The way some bags are designed, your hand and potentially your jewelry get totally scratched up going in and out of bags. I canNOT. Love this smooth sturdy zipper. And also because it's not as deep as the 20 or 25, you don't need to reach as deep, thus not subjecting your beautiful bracelets to more scratches than necessary.
4. Love the leather straps around the bag and the handles, true to the keepall
5. No vachetta. I love vachetta and use my vachetta bags regularly. But I am still careful and aware. It is nice not to have to be so vigilant sometimes.
6. Crossbody, but that's hardly special since so many bags now have that option. But it is a requirement for me.

Cons:
1. The nylon strap is too heavy and the metal buckle digs into my back, but I am extremely sensitive to this due to injuries. Most people probably would not care as much.

Yeah, only one con so far. I will probably find more as I use it.

Thank you for all of the information about this bag! Last year I almost got the keepall xs version but I went with the garden nano and speedy 20 instead and now I find myself stalking 24S in the hopes they’ll have it on there soon. I agree that the black and grey look a touch purple at times (my CA mentioned that too) which I love! I also called it my Addams family bag and then many months later Wednesday came out (I love that show!) and I agree she would totally rock this piece! If I can’t get a hold of the XS (which I think might be a better size and strap for me) I’ll look at the Keepall 25 size. Congratulations on your bag and thank you so much for the reviews and pictures!

 

[puddingcup]

This soft and cute little Emp key pouch from DH.

 

[TravelBug]

Got the mini Pochette with a card holder to go with it. I can carry this cutie in a few ways. Love the whimsical look. The dots don’t feel sticky to the touch - hope they will stay that way and won’t rub off or scratch easily.

 

[MeepMeep67]

This little cutie arrived today on Valentine’s Day morning . It’s been OOS online for almost a month and interestingly, became available yesterday online for a few hours with free overnight shipping .

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Happy VDay MM . I love your beautiful Blueberry Alma. Congrats on your pretty outdoor pouch — such a wonderful gift, I know you love this style of bags. I really like this pink mono taigarama — wished I had gotten the outdoor messenger bag. And I kid you not, I have always wanted to pick out my own custom box of See’s but never got around to doing it. Enjoy all your goodies

Thank you IMM You know me so well! You must get a custom box of See's this year

Obvi, the LV is gorgeous; but I love that gifting tradition of your dad’s just as much. So sweet

Thank you H

What a lovely bunch of pics and beautiful gift from hubby and your dad. Your dad is so sweet to gift you a box of sees every holiday. So special indeed

Thank you B

 

[MeepMeep67]

This little cutie arrived today on Valentine’s Day morning . It’s been OOS online for almost a month and interestingly, became available yesterday online for a few hours with free overnight shipping .

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I love this Bandeau! What a great Valentine delivery! I cant wait to see it on one of your bags

 

[MeepMeep67]

Wow, what a thoughtful SO. Happy Valentine's Day!

Thank you MO!

I love everything about this Meep! Your gorgeous alma bb and delicious sees (my bff and I carry on the sees tradition at the holidays in memory of her father sending sees too!) and I saw that gorgeous pink outdoor pouch on 24S (although too late). Congratulations on an awesome Valentine’s Day!

That is so special you and your BFF carrying on the See's tradition in memory for her father. Thank you. I hope you had a fantastic Vday too

 

[EpiFanatic]

Thank you for all of the information about this bag! Last year I almost got the keepall xs version but I went with the garden nano and speedy 20 instead and now I find myself stalking 24S in the hopes they’ll have it on there soon. I agree that the black and grey look a touch purple at times (my CA mentioned that too) which I love! I also called it my Addams family bag and then many months later Wednesday came out (I love that show!) and I agree she would totally rock this piece! If I can’t get a hold of the XS (which I think might be a better size and strap for me) I’ll look at the Keepall 25 size. Congratulations on your bag and thank you so much for the reviews and pictures!

So glad you found it helpful! And hilarious that we both got Wednesday vibes from this bag. See? It does appeal to our little oddball subset of two. Hope you find the XS. Please let us know how it goes.

 

[venusdoom]

My first bag in a long time (the pandemic and getting a classic Chanel flap seemed to quell my desire for luxury!). I regretted not getting a Speedy b25 in empreinte a few years ago and was considering getting one pre-loved. Was elated to see something similar was back!

 

[jelly-baby]

My new Alma bb baby.

 

[23adeline]

This one is really special! Happy Valentines Day!

Thanks !

Spectacular piece! Congrats!

Thanks

I do like the handle, especially the floral bit, looks like a fine piece of porcelain ware.
Happy Valentine's Day!

Yes, it’s fine porcelain

My absolute favorite capucine right there! Love it sooooo much enjoy it!


The beige embroidered dustbag is somewhat „new“ and common for capucines. Most of them or all?! Have this dustbag. Exotics get that blue embroidered dustbag

Thanks !
Oh I see, I didn’t get this type of dustbag for my previous Capucines, so I thought this is because of that small little piece of snake skin

Congratulations! It’s a beautiful bag. Is it a bit heavier due to the ceramic handle?

It’s very slightly heavier than leather handle, but not significant as the handle is very small .

Such a great shopping experience! That’s the alma I’m thinking of too and I am pretty sure it’s in the next drop.

Hopefully that Alma is available worldwide

This is so pretty Adeline! I love this mint green . The handle is so special and pretty — parts of it remind me of jade. Congrats and enjoy

Thanks
Yay Great Mind Thinks Alike! I think it looks like jade too.

Beautiful! My CA showed me the pink one and the handle looks like candy

Oh the Capucines BB? Yes really looks like candy !

So pretty!!

Thanks

WOAH! Absolutely gorgeous and I LOVE the dust bag.

Me too

So beautiful. Congrats.

Thanks

 

[PrayersandPurses]

My first bag in a long time (the pandemic and getting a classic Chanel flap seemed to quell my desire for luxury!). I regretted not getting a Speedy b25 in empreinte a few years ago and was considering getting one pre-loved. Was elated to see something similar was back!

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Congratulations on your beautiful speedy Enjoy wearing her in good health and happiness

 

[PrayersandPurses]

My new Alma bb baby.

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Congratulations on your beautiful Alma. Enjoy wearing her in good health and happiness

 

[EveyB]

Happy Valentines Day Everyone!! I'm sporting dear Alma BB with my Longchamp charm
DH gave me the outdoor pouch &
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Your Alma is lovely! Congrats on the outdoor pouch, how very sweet of your hubby! And I love the gifting tradition of your Dad‘s Enjoy all your goodies!

 

[EveyB]

This little cutie arrived today on Valentine’s Day morning . It’s been OOS online for almost a month and interestingly, became available yesterday online for a few hours with free overnight shipping .

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So pretty! It was definitely meant to be Enjoy!