That's one reason why I buy the Daumier because all most people notice is the checkerboard pattern. You have to get really close to the bag to see the LV logo. Obviously the more fashion-oriented people recognize the Daumier by now, but still it's not covered with a logo. Another reason for the Daumier is that most of the fakes are the classic "Monogram" canvas covered with LV.
Pet peeves? I hate my black LV Epi. The opening is too small and the interior is so dark (I hear ya, DD) that it's hard to find anything in it. Also the leather is just too hard. I still carry it when I need a big black bag.
I also hate my big black Gucci because it has too many pockets. The irony is that I bought it because it has so many pockets. But I can never remember which pocket I put an item into, so I can never find anything.Our daughter took that one off my hands.
When our daughter was born, I wanted a stylish diaper bag. So I bought a beautiful LV with an all-leather interior, a cross-strap, and just enough pockets. Our daughter started carrying it when she happened to find it my closet, and every time she carries it, she gets compliments. I'd say it's vintage.
So Mangy, are you going to buy a bag that works with the color of the upcoming season, Bordeaux? I'm tempted. Not an expensive one because next year it will be so 2011. That's why I stick with the classics instead of the trends.
Bordeaux, isn't that just another name for burgandy? I have an inexpensive bag that is a mix between chocolate and burgundy, so I am thinking that it is probably bordeaux. I love that color, so rich looking and I don't think it is trendy at all. Great fall color.
I've got news for you, BR. The Damier is all over the back rooms of Canal Street.
The Chinese don't miss a beat when it comes to knockoffs, although, I can tell the difference if I handle the bag, but from afar, no. (They even have serial #'s and style codes)
Backpacks! Been wanting to buy one. That's the one bag I do not have. I like the idea that you can also carry it on your arm if the strap drop is long enough. backpacks now can be very stylish.
I never really gave much mind to the interior color of the bag until recently when I got a B Mackowsky and his signature interior is an animal print. It's driving me nuts, although I love the outside of the bag, I am not using it much. It's like my stuff is packed in a zoo.
Good thing I didn't pay much for it since it was used and an exchange of bags at a party.
I have never carried it. But as I think I've told you, someone I know has a great Birkin knockoff that she bought in NYC. I want one!