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#587
fabuleux said:
I think it's interesting and edgy, although I prefer the original Pochette Métis. Infrarouge appears really 'loud' to me. I do like that it has the khaki interior (khaki = military green in French).

My biggest concern is more 'meta.'
For many decades, Louis Vuitton refused to alter the traditional monogram canvas. Then, we had the multicolor, which remained the exception for years. But now there are so many variations both in the men's and women's line. I can't help but think that this path is not the greatest. Just an inner feeling I guess.
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But that's not quite true, isn't it? Monogram Multicolore isn't the only variation of the Monogram that we had in years. There have been many seasonal variations of the Monogram since Marc Jacobs, it did not just begin at NG, or recently. Looking back we have Monogram Vernis, Mini Lin (Idylle), etc... on the longer lifespan and Monogram Watercolore (this is on canvas too, with a muted Monogram that will help the watercolor print stand out), Monogram Bronze, Mirror, Mirage, Rayures to name a few on the shorter lifespan. We have seen Monogram printed on vinyl, on suede, on leather, perforated, cartoon-ist, sequins, brocade etc... We have seen countless variations of the Monogram for close to two decades now, not just in recent years. NG versions are just a bit different as they are playing with the color scheme of the iconic canvas itself, not with different materials.

Personally, I'm not a big fan of the Monogram Infrarouge or the Monogram Black/Blue at all, I think it's one of the worst things I've seen. And I think I can semi-understand why you feel the way you do. However, I think it's ok in a way. Monogram Reverse and Infrarouge are making a comeback on popular bags that are marked seasonal. And even if they are here to stay, I feel like they merely are here to replace the older Monograms that had been phased out like Multicolore or Idylle. The Monogram Eclipse is a much-needed upgrade for the men's collection. Same strategic move to make a men's exclusive canvas like the Damier Ebene to Damier Graphite, but for the Monogram. Monogram Savane Ink and Watercolor that's coming out will be seasonal too, just like the rest of the runway Monograms that are now considered collectibles. To me, they (Reverse, Infrarouge, Savane Ink, Savane Watercolor, Eclipse) are just 5 more pages added to a very, very thick book, titled "The History of the Louis Vuitton Monogram" (that has yet to be made) (or maybe did someone make one?)
 
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#588
Redenkeew said:
But that's not quite true, isn't it? Monogram Multicolore isn't the only variation of the Monogram that we had in years. There have been many seasonal variations of the Monogram since Marc Jacobs, it did not just begin at NG, or recently. Looking back we have Monogram Vernis, Mini Lin (Idylle), etc... on the longer lifespan and Monogram Watercolore (this is on canvas too, with a muted Monogram that will help the watercolor print stand out), Monogram Bronze, Mirror, Mirage, Rayures to name a few on the shorter lifespan. We have seen Monogram printed on vinyl, on suede, on leather, perforated, cartoon-ist, sequins, brocade etc... We have seen countless variations of the Monogram for close to two decades now, not just in recent years. NG versions are just a bit different as they are playing with the color scheme of the iconic canvas itself, not with different materials.

Personally, I'm not a big fan of the Monogram Infrarouge or the Monogram Black/Blue at all, I think it's one of the worst things I've seen. And I think I can semi-understand why you feel the way you do. However, I think it's ok in a way. Monogram Reverse and Infrarouge are making a comeback on popular bags that are marked seasonal. And even if they are here to stay, I feel like they merely are here to replace the older Monograms that had been phased out like Multicolore or Idylle. The Monogram Eclipse is a much-needed upgrade for the men's collection. Same strategic move to make a men's exclusive canvas like the Damier Ebene to Damier Graphite, but for the Monogram. Monogram Savane Ink and Watercolor that's coming out will be seasonal too, just like the rest of the runway Monograms that are now considered collectibles. To me, they (Reverse, Infrarouge, Savane Ink, Savane Watercolor, Eclipse) are just 5 more pages added to a very, very thick book, titled "The History of the Louis Vuitton Monogram" (that has yet to be made) (or maybe did someone make one?)
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You should write that book! :smile:
Again, I think that the frequency of release is what has me perplexed. Obviously, Louis Vuitton is following the money and clearly there is a demand out there for all these novelty bags. Interesting discussion. And I am glad you "semi-understand" my feelings. :lol:
 
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#592
luvbags29 said:
Curious if the black and red canvas line will come in the mini pochette like it did last year in the black and blue color. I missed that one and have kicked myself every since! And if not... is there anyway to still hunt down the black and blue one? Thanks so much for all your knowledge and willingness to share with all of us. I'm sure it is a time consuming task and It's greatly appreciated :)
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I was just thinking the same thing. I just bought an overpriced blue/black from Fashionphile but I wanted it sooo bad. The red/black would be great. I just saw one on ebay a couple days ago too.
 
#593
Hi AAdams
Can you tell me more about the first and last picture on the first group of pictures? Are those handbags? They look close to speedy and I could see the first says monogram and the last one Damier. TIA
 
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