Hmm, that's a pretty difficult decision. My mother has many bags, but her Speedy from the 80s is one that set a strong impression on me. She carries it so well, whether it was from the photo in the 80s, or in 2020.
I'm a new Puzzle bag owner, so I may be biased, but here's my thought process on the Puzzle before I made my decision.
- Puzzle bag is made from leather (unless you're going for the Speedy Empreinte). LV's coated canvas wins in durability but Loewe's leathers have a pretty good reputation of holding up against time too.
- I personally prefer bags without big striking logos or prints.
- External pockets are a big deciding factor too. Even though the zip pocket on the Puzzle isn't big enough to fit a phone completely, I can still slide my phone in the pocket whenever I'm in a rush.
- Security. The Puzzle has a top flap that hides the zip underneath. It feels a bit more secured with it.
- Shoulder strap length on the Puzzle can be shortened so much so the bag sits next to your waist, or lengthened to be ideal for crossbody.
- Loewe has increased their prices so drastically so I rather buy it now than later.
Et voilà! Anyway both are great bags and you won't be wrong with either
Thanks, this is a very comprehensive list and really compares the two. My mind is now set on the Puzzle mainly because it’s probably a bit different, still classic and not as popular. And I can always get a Speedy at a later date but I am definitely stopping after the Puzzle. Hope you have a great Christmas!!
The Speedy is less expensive.