I never thought I would pay over $1000.00 for any LV bag especially after I bought the BH and returned it for the Palmermo which was $200.00 more at the time, still right under $1000.00. Since then I've purchased two more bags, both over $1200.00 and I've considered others that are over $1500.00. I guess it really does depend on how much you really love the bag and how much you'll carry it. I really do consider how much use I'll get out of the bags I purchase which is why I absolutely love the Vernis Summit Drive and the Vernis Alma but honestly except for special occasions or dressy events I'm not sure they would get the use like my other bags. If I'm going to pay nearly $2000.00 and up for a bag I want to carry it alot and not worry so much about it. It doesn't mean I will never buy them or bags similar in the future it just makes me stop and think at least right now with the economy and stuff.
Sorry for rambling, but I really like that Summit Drive, so stunning but just so not practical right now.