Hi all! I posted about my upcoming trip a while ago but now it is only three weeks from today. Here is what I'm wondering:
1. Am I better off buying my bag in a department store like Galeries Lafayette, since they have a department to handle VAT refunds and give you the global form you can scan rather than wait in line at the airport? What has your experience been getting the VAT refund?
2. Still debating on getting the Delightful PM vs. Speedy B 25. Please share your thoughts![/QU
I wanted to share my experience with the the bags you are interested in. I have the Neverfull GM in DE. It is such a workhorse. I use it for work and travel. I had the mono Delightful and sold it since I felt is was similar to the Neverfull. I didn't like how it would slip off my shoulder. I actually used a luggage strap and carried it cross body. But I rarely used it after received the Neverfull. I love my SpeedyB 25. It can hold so much and gives you the option of hand carry or shoulder. I like the structure of the bag more than the hobo style of the Delightful. Although the Delightful is a lovely bag, it is similar to the neverfull. The Speedy 25 is a great size for the city. I was in NYC shopping and was so glad I had the smaller bag. But again, don't be fooled by the size. It really can hold a ton. If you don't like all the vachetta, you can get the regular speedy and a mono strap to attach to it. I did that with a mono speedy 30 I purchased. I carry the strap in the bag when I need to be hands free. Speedys are classic and never go out of style.