Wanted: Your 2cents Please
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Thanks everyone!
I must say I'm surprised at the mono's popularity! It sure won the hearts of many...despite the vast arrays of replicas out on the market nowadays. And it seems like everyone owns a mono speedy too! I guess this is a slight reason why I'm not jumping all over the mono as I once was...I still love it, but just hesitant.
Please keep posting your vote!
Just out of curiousity, is everyone suggesting the mono based on the fact that it should be "THE first LV" someone/everyone should start with (a.k.a. it's the "warm-up" LV collection bag)? Or that it should be the staple in everyone's closet?
I must say I'm surprised at the mono's popularity! It sure won the hearts of many...despite the vast arrays of replicas out on the market nowadays. And it seems like everyone owns a mono speedy too! I guess this is a slight reason why I'm not jumping all over the mono as I once was...I still love it, but just hesitant.
Please keep posting your vote!
Just out of curiousity, is everyone suggesting the mono based on the fact that it should be "THE first LV" someone/everyone should start with (a.k.a. it's the "warm-up" LV collection bag)? Or that it should be the staple in everyone's closet?
Just wondering about the make of the mono speedies. Is there seriously a difference in quality? I also read somewhere in the forum that there are different sheens to the mono canvas depending on the batch - is this true?
I came across southerncharm's post in the Shopping thread:
"The speedy is made in France, U.S., and Spain. Some do not care where the bag is made; however since it would be your first bag (and you tell them this at LV) than you should get one made in France. Between you and me though, I have noticed a difference the past 2 years, where I think the items made in France are made superior to the U.S. items. It did not use to be this way but there have been some quality issues with a couple of U.S. made items that I have come across recently. Important, when you do buy your speedy, make sure they provide you a LV gift box and a sleeper bag that is large enough to store the speedy unfolded. I say this, for otherwise, they may provide a sleeper cover that is small and can only hold the speedy folded and you do not want to fold your speedy once you own it, whenever not in use, you want to have it stuffed or filled because folding can cause the canvas to crack later on down the road. Just some tidbit for you!"
I came across southerncharm's post in the Shopping thread:
"The speedy is made in France, U.S., and Spain. Some do not care where the bag is made; however since it would be your first bag (and you tell them this at LV) than you should get one made in France. Between you and me though, I have noticed a difference the past 2 years, where I think the items made in France are made superior to the U.S. items. It did not use to be this way but there have been some quality issues with a couple of U.S. made items that I have come across recently. Important, when you do buy your speedy, make sure they provide you a LV gift box and a sleeper bag that is large enough to store the speedy unfolded. I say this, for otherwise, they may provide a sleeper cover that is small and can only hold the speedy folded and you do not want to fold your speedy once you own it, whenever not in use, you want to have it stuffed or filled because folding can cause the canvas to crack later on down the road. Just some tidbit for you!"
Sorry for all the questions.
There's always so much to learn, especially from this forum.
I learn something new here every time. It's great!
There's always so much to learn, especially from this forum.
I learn something new here every time. It's great!
hi beautibabe! i think epi jasmin would be lovely, but as it is a discontinued colour, it may be hard to track one down in good condition at a fair price.
i also have a mono speedy 25 (which i love) but my first bag was the damier speedy 25, given to me last valentine's by my dh
. i am glad i got the damier first, as it is so carefree so i could get 'used' to carrying an lv (OMG!!! AN LV!!!) before having to 'worry' about vachetta/patina issues. now i can enjoy my mono as i have come to appreciate the LV's, but not fear them, kwim? :shame:
i also have a mono speedy 25 (which i love) but my first bag was the damier speedy 25, given to me last valentine's by my dh
. i am glad i got the damier first, as it is so carefree so i could get 'used' to carrying an lv (OMG!!! AN LV!!!) before having to 'worry' about vachetta/patina issues. now i can enjoy my mono as i have come to appreciate the LV's, but not fear them, kwim? :shame:
hi beautibabe! i think epi jasmin would be lovely, but as it is a discontinued colour, it may be hard to track one down in good condition at a fair price.
i also have a mono speedy 25 (which i love) but my first bag was the damier speedy 25, given to me last valentine's by my dh
Hello samara! Pleased to meet you & thanks for your reply. Congrats on both your speedies! Those are fabulous choices
As for me, it looks like the mono speedy 25 is the winning bag for my first LV. I can hardly wait!
After some browsing, the azur 25 looks so darling - I must admit I'm quite tempted to get it too. If convinced, I will have two LVs (yay!!!
)How do you like having two speedy 25s? Do you find that it's too much?
Hi Diorkiss! Thanks for your input. I believe the mono speedy is the one too!
Don't forget to post pictures and join the speedy clubhouse!
Just wondering about the make of the mono speedies. Is there seriously a difference in quality? I also read somewhere in the forum that there are different sheens to the mono canvas depending on the batch - is this true?
I came across southerncharm's post in the Shopping thread:
"The speedy is made in France, U.S., and Spain. Some do not care where the bag is made; however since it would be your first bag (and you tell them this at LV) than you should get one made in France. Between you and me though, I have noticed a difference the past 2 years, where I think the items made in France are made superior to the U.S. items. It did not use to be this way but there have been some quality issues with a couple of U.S. made items that I have come across recently. Important, when you do buy your speedy, make sure they provide you a LV gift box and a sleeper bag that is large enough to store the speedy unfolded. I say this, for otherwise, they may provide a sleeper cover that is small and can only hold the speedy folded and you do not want to fold your speedy once you own it, whenever not in use, you want to have it stuffed or filled because folding can cause the canvas to crack later on down the road. Just some tidbit for you!"
Can someone please clarify?
TIA
but you can try it out in store and see what you like better! 
contrary to popular vote, i would not vote for a mono speedy. In fact one of my favorites is epi. and the lilac and vanilla colors are fantastic and rare, like a Renoir painting. 
anyway, You really have picked four classics with which one cannot go wrong. Though everyone always suggests to start off with a mono bag, including myself, the other options you are suggesting overpower any inclination to suggest a mono as of yet. My first was an epi wallet in moka. Perhaps the best wallet ever made and the longest lasting ive ever seen and heard of. Why? i actually dropped my wallet in a puddle and it was completely submerged over-night. When i found the wallet the following day, it was puffy like a marshmellow. I laid it outside for it to get some sun in orderto dry it up a bit. After that i put a really big book on it. After 2hrs of sh***ing bricks, the wallet looked like it did when i first bought it new!!
Now do you see why you should get epi?
anyway, You really have picked four classics with which one cannot go wrong. Though everyone always suggests to start off with a mono bag, including myself, the other options you are suggesting overpower any inclination to suggest a mono as of yet. My first was an epi wallet in moka. Perhaps the best wallet ever made and the longest lasting ive ever seen and heard of. Why? i actually dropped my wallet in a puddle and it was completely submerged over-night. When i found the wallet the following day, it was puffy like a marshmellow. I laid it outside for it to get some sun in orderto dry it up a bit. After that i put a really big book on it. After 2hrs of sh***ing bricks, the wallet looked like it did when i first bought it new!!Now do you see why you should get epi?
Mono speedy is def a classic, but if you really like vanilla or lilac, I would personally go for those first if you find them in good condition and a reasonable price. The longer that goes by, the harder it will be to find pieces in those colors in good condition, whereas mono speedy will always be available to get later. Depends if you eventually want to get those pieces or just one...although it's hard to stop at one! 
I also personally love lilac and have a lilac noe...lilac is becoming increasingly rare.
I also personally love lilac and have a lilac noe...lilac is becoming increasingly rare.