I've seen quite a few tpfers post photos of their pre loved agendas and they have looked good. You'll have to see how you feel about it when you get it. It is a big price diff. Maybe treat yourself to the LV inserts with the savings. As of a week ago I know the Jacksonville, Fl (st. Johns) had the damier ebene mm agenda as I was contemplating that one...don't know if it's still there.