I brown bagged my lunch for more than a month so I could squirrel away enough money to buy my first Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 satchel. Since that fateful day in 2005, I’ve been hooked. Oh sure, Chanel and Prada are lovely for evening-ware, and a smart little Gucci clutch works at the theater, but when it comes to the rigors of every day life, give me a “LV” satchel any day of the week. For the last 5 years, I’ve carried everything from my dog to enough clothing for an overnight trip in my bag. High fashion designers have all tried their hand at creating the next hot purse, but through every trend, the classic LV monogram has survived. When it comes to flexibility and durability, this handbag from France can’t be beat. Throughout the years, the rich and famous, including celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor, Beyonce, and Paris Hilton, have carried Louis Vuitton satchels all over the world. Since Louis made his first piece of luggage in 1854, the Vuitton signature has been the benchmark for quality when it comes to travel. The Louis Vuitton Monogrammed canvas material has been their trademark symbol since 1896 when it was first introduced by Louis oldest son, George. The body of the bag is lightweight, supple canvas made from long staple Egyptian cotton. The international design differs from the bags made by licensed manufacturers in the United States. The bags manufactured in France are a single piece of canvas with no seam on the bottom. The monogram appears upside down on one side of the satchel. The design is practical, sturdy and enduring. Because the canvas is permeated with vinyl, the Speedy is totally waterproof. One of the best things about the design is that it is also resistant to surface scratches, making it the ideal material for an everyday use bag. There are four sizes of the Speedy available today- the Louis Vuitton Speedy 40, Speedy 35, Speedy 30 and the Speedy 25. The Speedy 40 is 16″ long by 10″ high by 7.5″ wide The Speedy 35 is 14″ long by 9″ high by 7.5″ wide The Speedy 30 is 12″ long by 8″ high by 7.5″ wide The Speedy 25 is 10″ long by 7″ high by 6″ wide The versatile Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 is a handbag interpretation of Louis Vuitton’s famous Travel Keepall. All four sizes have a roomy interior, classic satchel shape, and fine-quality finishes like hand stitched seams, natural cowhide trim, brass metallic hardware, and a signature brass padlock with 2 keys. The handles are comfortable rolled leather that will assume the Louis Vuitton dark honey color with age and use. All Louis Vuitton products come with a life time guaranty. If something goes wrong with your LV, such as a zipper breaking, you can simply take your bag into any Louis Vuitton store, and they will fix it for free – provided your bag is authentic. The only thing the designers of Louis Vuitton could do to make it better, would be to put a light in it! When you carry a speedy, there’s no need for attitude. After all, it’s all about the practical side of beauty. And believe me, when you can live your life without the hassle of changing purses all the time, it’s a beautiful thing!
Courtesy: The Gourmet Online
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