i say go to the boutique if possible and try them on. there's something about trying a purse on that gives you a so much better idea which one you will love. that said, i like the popincourt haut best.
ok now i'm all confused LOL. i will try to go to the toronto LV store soon (closest one to buffalo) and try them on, then i will decide. it's so hard to choose! and yes irissy, manhattan pm does scream power. =)
thanks everyone for the information! i will try the bags on in store and then decide which one to get as my first LV. i'll make sure that i post pictures when i got the bag.