Speedy Love - 2 Great Colors!

Palpitations!

MM, tell your friend that the epi Speedy 30 has two more great colors to choose from - Ivoire and Cassis.

Here are some pictures from LouisVuittonLover's blog:

I think the Cassis is so pretty! The dark purple hue makes the bag stand out without being too "colorful". The lining is so pretty too.

As for the Ivoire, well, I know better as I have the super bad habit of plonking my bag without checking the surface. Translated, stains and grime. The horror!

Per the update, the Grenade is only available in epi Speedy 25.

I think these bags are a great start to any bag collection. Much better than monogram canvas.

Rush, rush, rush and check the LV stores now for these babies!

Bag Spotting at North Park

My office mates and I decided to have lunch at the nearby North Park one day last week. As usual, while they were busy deciding what to order, my eyes were preoccupied with checking out the bags of the other patrons. I hit the jackpot with one particular woman having lunch by herself:



Can you figure out what her bag is? The vachetta handles are still very virgin.Here is a clearer view.





I really have to apologize for the camera quality. I have been considering upgrading my phone to one with a better camera precisely for these bag reconnaissance missions.



Stumped? It's none other than the LV Monogram Vernis Summit Drive.




This bag is making me rethink my stance on the Monogram Vernis. I really have serious issues about the color transfer and maintenance problems I've heard about this line. An additional attraction is the Amarante color which is TDF (to die for)!

Here are more details about the bag. Photo for eLuxury.

5 Great Bags for under USD1000

Sigh! Bag prices are really skyrocketing with most entry level bags now starting at USD1000 and up. For the bag lovers out there, I found several great options to add to your collection. The good news is that all the bags are under USD1000 and from brands with stores here in the Philippines:


1. Gucci Baboushka Tote in Medium

I love the russet color of this bag which makes it stand out from other Gucci totes. The attached bag charm is cute. I think the shape is perfect for lugging around your stuff during the upcoming holiday season.

2. Marc Jacobs Rosen Satchel in Dark Gray



Marc Jacobs really knows how to make them! The dark gray color is perfect. The chain strap adds just the right touch of whimsy and allows you to carry the bag until your dinner date.

3. YSL Tribute Patent Tote in Turquoise



This bag is turning out to be a perennial in the YSL collection with new variations coming out every season. This time, the Tribute comes out in this cool blue color and patent leather.

4. Prada Cervo Antik Hobo



Made from Prada antique deerskin. I like the gathered look. Not a bad bag to start your Prada collection with.

5. Louis Vuitton Damier Speedy 35



Only because I am so clueless! At the Eluxury website, they finally featured a Damier Speedy 35. For those who think even the Speedy 30 may be too small, this may be the right size for you!

There you go, girls! Five great bags to salivate over. Hoping the markup at the local stores won't be too much though. It hurts to pay more than you have to.

All photos except for the LV bag from Neiman Marcus website. LV photo from Eluxury

More Prezemek Sobocki Illustrations

Alice in Wonderland and Louis Vuitton

I just love this illustrator! Here's his work featuring Spring Summer 2008 bags and shoes for Commons&Sense Magazine. My favorites are below...

Pocahontas and Bottega Veneta

Juliet and Hermes

Snow Queen and Longchamp

Venus and Christian Dior

Dorothy and Prada

The rest of the pictures are here.

Prezemek Sobocki - LV Colouring Book

I first read about the works of Prezemek Sobocki, a Polish illustrator, in StyleBubble's blog. From the moment I gazed upon these illustrations, I was hooked. Absolutely stunning. Sobocki has done work for Commons& Sense, Numero Tokyo, and Hint magazines, to name a few. I'm loving his LV Colouring Book illustrations featuring LV bags from the Spring Summer 2008 collection. Check them out after the jump...






Many of his other works are also featured on his website so do check them out!

Presidential Bag - LV Epi Jasmin in Red

President Arroyo in Spain:

Photo from Daylife

LV Damier Neverfull - Now or Later?

Tears are swimming in my eyes as I type this post. During my eternal bargain hunting search on Ebay Philippines, I chanced upon a seller selling the LV Damier Neverfull MM at the rather "reasonable" price of Php38,000.

Continue reading post after the jump...

I say rather reasonable because that is still above the SRP in the US and probably way more the Paris prices... if they had this bag. You see, the LV Damier Neverfull is on limited release in Guam, Japan and Hawaii only! News on the forums say that this bag will only be released to the rest of the world next year. Believe me, some of the other sellers were selling this bag for way more because of its elusive nature.

What to do? What to do? Do I get the bag now? Or wait a few more months for its worldwide release? Having the bag before anyone else is a major draw. And I do prefer Damier to the Monogram canvas. On the other hand, I believe this will part of the permanent collection so you can get it anytime. Ouch, this is giving me a headache.

In the meantime, while I wallow in my uncertainty, here is the link to the bag. Nope, I won't mind if you get the bag.

However, I am compelled to declare that I am not related or affiliated to the seller in any way and disclaim any liability for any transaction you may enter with the same. Hehehe.

Photo courtesy of Louis Vuitton Lover.

LV Monogram Speedy Pictures

Feeling a bit tired today. Will just be posting some of the pictures I took of the LV Monogram Speedy. Enjoy!

Manday Monday - LV Siwa Trotteur and Camera Bag

Friend and lawyer BP sent me a text message asking me to feature man bags. He wants a bag "for a man who needs to keep his stuff in order especially when girlfriend or wife is not around or prefers teenie weenie bags but is adverse to carrying a clutch bag".

A daunting task and one I have been remiss in fulfilling. As such, in honor of BP, I present what will now be a regular post - Manday Monday!

For our first feature, for BP's consideration, we present the Louis Vuitton Trotteur bag in Siwa Leather...



This bag is from the 2008 Pre-Fall collection. According to Deluxe Duck, Siwa is an oasis in the middle of the Sahara leather. I love the classic look and feel of the bag. No screaming logos. Gorgeous leather. And I think the model bears a striking resemblance to BP (he wishes!). The line will come in 4 colors.

The Trotteur measures 2.8" x 8.3" x 9.8" and can be carried on the shoulder or across the body with its adjustable shoulder strap. Need a bigger bag? Check out the Camera Bag. Equally lovely!

Photos from Deluxe Duck.

For your next LV store visit...

Found at Louis Vuitton Lover's blog.

How to Prevent Your Speedy Bag from Sagging

As promised, this is my post on how to keep your LV Speedy bag from sagging. These tips are from personal experience and I make no warranties on their effectivity in your situation.


We, bag addicts, think of our bags as our little babies. A little TLC can go a long way in maintaining the overall look and shape of our Speedy bag.

1. Do not overload your bag.
The typical Speedy bag is made from canvas, accounting for the bag's slouchy structure. Overloading the bag places greater stress on its bottom. You will see that when your bag is full, the bottom tends to sag.

2. When not in use, store the bag with stuffing.
I use a mixture of bond paper and bubble wrap. Works for me. My officemate, MB, uses a plastic pillow (not quite sure how to call it) which came with her Mini Lin Speedy. Make sure to air tbe bag occasionally when planning to store for long periods of time to keep the lining from drying out and sticking together. It has been known to happen! Particularly with the bags with suede lining.

3. Add a base to the bag.
I bought a base shaper for my Speedy bags from a seller in Multiply. The base shapers come in different colors and textures. My sister, however, does not like using it because the edges stick out which may cause stress at the point where the edges are located. One wrong move and it may cause the bag to rip.

Others have used an old t-shirt or pillowcase to line the bottom. My officemate, MB, uses a cardboard box cut to measure for her bag.

If you have any more tips, do let me know!

A "Speedy" Post

Photo courtesy of Eluxury

Just a "speedy" little post on the iconic Speedy Bag by Louis Vuitton. The Speedy has gone through several reincarnations using different materials from the ubiquitous Monogram Canvas to its current versions in pink Ostrich (my favorite!) and the new Monogramouflage (not my favorite!).

Photo courtesy of Bag Snob

What I love about the Speedy? The zipped top and the fact that it carries everything and the kitchen sink. What I don't love about the Speedy? The rolled short handles mean that you have to be carry the bag on your hand as opposed to other bags which you can sling over your shoulder. Also, the bottom tends to sag as time passes. Not very attractive to look at. Nonetheless, the Speedy is a great "starter" bag for your collection.

I will do a post on ways to prevent your Speedy bags from sagging.

Celebrities and their Bags - the HSM Girls

Business must be good for the girls from the High School Musical mega-franchise. The two lead girls - Ashley Tisdale and Vanessa Hudgens - have been spotted with some seriously rocking bags. Click on the pictures for a larger view.

Ashley Tisdale with her LV Monogram Galliera GM
Vanessa Hudgens with her Balenciaga Giant
Ashley and Vanessa out on a shopping trip together. Vanessa drags along another Balenciaga while Ashley rocks a classic Chanel in a very youthful way. Can anyone help me identify the particular names of their bags?I knew I should have taken those voice and dance lessons more seriously. Lawyering just doesn't pay as much as dancing and singing in front of screaming adoring tween fans.

Pictures from Just Jared