




Monogrammed
If you’d have told me a few years ago that one day I’d own a monogrammed Louis Vuitton bag, I’d have never believed you. I hated the things, fed up with seeing fakes on market stalls everywhere, and the cheap associations that went alongside that. But as time has passed, so have those connotations, and Louis Vuitton has become a brand that I completely covet rather than turn my nose up at. This is mostly thanks to their beautiful pastel-hued campaigns and a few visits to their famous stores to get a real feel for their classic designs, in some of my most-worn colours.
Now, how on earth did I come to afford a Speedy, I hear you ask. Not through buying it in one of their stores, that’s for certain! Vestiaire Collective got in touch to tell me about their luxury resale store, which I immediately spent the next hour browsing. Most of my designer finds have been through eBay – I’m not afraid of a scratch here and there and have no problem with other people’s hand-me-downs – so I couldn’t have been more thrilled to find a way to hunt down my favourite pieces from seasons-gone-by. What’s better is, after you’ve made your purchase, the team at Vestiare Collective check your item for you before it’s shipped out. Old Speedy here has a few bumps and bruises, but nothing that I wouldn’t have created on my own in a few years. I’m sorry I ever doubted you, LV!
Now I’m stalking the Miu Miu and Chloe pages for things within my price range..and you should be too as I’m hosting a competition along with a few pals to win prizes totalling £1000 to spend on the site – all you have to do is sign up for the community via this link – easy peasy.
Now…to find that elusive bow satchel…wish me luck ; ) x









I love preppy British looks!
you’re wonderful <3
Oh wow, this looks right up my street – I hate having something really “shiny and new” anyway, it doesn’t look right with my mostly vintage/second-hand outfits! Thank you for tipping us off about the website. Out of curiosity… how much was the LV bag? If it isn’t a secret of course!
http://shelovesmixtapes.blogspot.com/
I realllly recommend having a good browse, some amazing prices on there! And of course, the bag was around £200 – I was given a voucher towards it, though. x
P.S. ANTLER BRACELET. LOVE.
I agree, I used to hate LV bags too, but I’m slowly coming round to them as well! x
I really think it’s the shape of the Speedy that does it for me! : )
Ah, your bag is beautiful! I signed up for this site, they have an incredible selection. Thanks so much for sharing!
Ahh I’m certain you’ll love it, I know you like to hunt down pretty things from collections-past like me! x
such a beautiful bag!
Tinacious.Me
I think I’ve always turned my nose up at expensive brand names purely because I can’t afford them but this site may make me have a very sudden change of heart
Loving the outfit you’ve styled to match the bag too and the burst of citrus coloured nail varnish!
you can never go wrong with a LV speedy!
I love this outfit! I’ve the same bag, but in a little big version
Je-Ne-Suis-Pas-Blog
that bag is a work of art ! love it, love the nail polish too!
letiziabarcelona
I love the bracelet ! I must ask: where did you get it ? I’m looking for one just like this one for ages ! Already have a ring like this, can’t help myself haha
love those pics!
xx
http://www.ireneccloset.com
What a lovely satchel to own! And for a steal of a deal, too. Such a classic gem.
http://www.TheFancyTeacup.com
Beautiful detail shots… can never go wrong with a LV
xxx
http://www.ladyalamode.com
I really like the classic Speedy! What a nice piece!
Fashion in Pepperland
I treated myself to a Speedy when I got a job promotion a couple of years ago – I will love it for all time!
Becky at life.style.flash. x
Such a great post! So glad I read this!! And serious bag envy right now! X
Thanks for tipping about the website!
i <3 LV haha
Enjoy your new LV Speedy! Thanks for sharing the website x
Carrie – Just discovered your beautiful and inspiring blog! So excited to follow along
Hope you’re having a wonderful week (and enjoying that beautiful bag!)
xo, Julie
Beautiful! As usual!
Ah, your speedy is lovely! The leather looks lovely aged.
Lovely!! I felt the same way about them years back and now I really love them and hope to have one one day!!!
Love anything LV, their Paris store is the best, too.
Just out of curiosity, why are the “LV’s” upside down on one side? Is it supposed to be like that?
Leah
just found your blog and sad i have been missing it until now! the photography is UNREAL, really some of the most beautiful work i have seen on a blog, and the lighting in so many of these shots is magical. truly a lovely blog and you have just gained a new reader!! keep it up miss
cheers from nyc
I signed up! the store looks great and I love the Speedy model, I used to feel the same about LV, especially in Copenhagen where all the spoiled teenagers refused to wear anything but for school. But I do love those classic models (especially when they are vintage), I mean, who doesn’t want a bag made for Audrey Hepburn!
Such gorgeous photos. I’m in love with that classic bag! x
Kate {Something Fabulous}
http://thesomethingfabulous.blogspot.com
It’s such a classic bag. Great choice! And it sounds like a great website as well. I’ll be sure to check it out.
http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com
it´s unbelievably amazing to read your little text about how your opinion changed towards Louis Vuitton because mine did as well and just for the same reasons as yours (though I haven´t managed to get my hands on one of their designs yet
) By the way: Your magazine is fabulous, is there another issue planned already?
xx, miss annie
Beautiful photos ! I love Louis Vuitton ♥
http://www.fashionphotography-cz.blogspot.com
I’m experiencing exactly the same! Slowly falling in love with this bag!
http://Www.creativityandchocolate.blogspot.com
I know exactly what you mean, there was a time when LVs were just everywhere and they were mainly the fake versions and so the real one wasn’t very appealing. The fake ones however are now long gone and I feel Lvs can really be appreciated, I love yours, it seems like the perfect colour for you! x
Amazing picts!
Love your blog,
Almu
http://www.mavieenroseblog.com/
this bag is such a classic! great purchase!
xoxo,
Fashion Fractions
Oh My!!! You have no idea what you’ve done letting me know about this!!
xxx
I love vintage <3
le tue foto sono sempre le migliori
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jolie;)
Envy alarm!! No the bag is gorgeous. I´m really happy you have one. Wish you luck with the bow satchel. That nail polish is sooo cute
xoxo
glamDevils
I’ve always loved their brown monogram bags but yes seeing so many tacky fakes of them as put me off. There’s something nice about owning a designer bag, it really makes the outfit. Congratulations on your find and can’t wait to see outfit pictures with it
xxx
i’ll take a look at that site, for sure
love the speedy <3
http://WWW.LEFREAKS.COM
i used to have a fake one when i was about 13, so embarrassed about that, haha.. yours is lovely, though, and such pretty pictures!
x
Gorgeous pics! Thanks for sharing that site.
x
Angie
sundaybelle.com
Have it!
http://www.suspiciousmindsinparis.com
Trovo gli abbinamenti perfetti.
Tutti!!!!
Anche il clore dello smalto
Un bacio
http://blog.justwm.com
Wow, it’s gorgeous! Lucky you!
xxx
Gorgeous Photos! I love the shape of the bag!! I felt exactly the same way for years – but recently the LV Collections have bowled me over!
Aishling
Beautiful photographs!
That shade of nail polish is gorgeous!
so beautiful pics!!! love this post!!!
http://profdrskinnybitch.blogspot.de/
OH JAYSUS! I feel like such a snob looking at brand-porn. I <3 YSL.
-Natty
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