An Icon in the Spotlight: The Speedy 25 Handbag
An absolute icon of modern fashion, the Speedy 25 handbag is an essential Louis Vuitton design to have. With a reputation so beyond the specific characteristics that make up the bag, it's hard to grasp what caused the initial stir in the first place. Basically it's hard to imagine a luxury fashion world without the Speedy 25 handbag.
The Speedy 25 Handbag Up Close
At 9.8" x 7.5" x 5.9", the 25 is the smallest of four Speedy designs. It has elegantly placed cowhide leather handles, a supple LV canvas (most commonly in classic Monogram), a padlock and zipper closure, as well as protective feet and hardware. A supremely simple design, the Speedy is meant to be carried in hand, never over the shoulder, and works best as a casual day bag. Thanks to it's timeless reputation however, you can get away with wearing one at just about any event, day or evening.
The Many Skins of the Speedy
Currently Louis Vuitton offers the Speedy 25 handbag in 5 different looks:
- Classic Monogram canvas
- Damier Azure canvas
- Epi Leather Cassis
- Epi Leather Ivoire
- Epi Leather Noire
They also offer personalization, where you can get your name sewn or engraved into the bag as well as an insignia of your choosing. Beyond the 5 materials listed above, LV has also released countless special editions of the Speedy 25 handbag--also popular is the Speedy 30 (Speedy 25 vs 30)--and it's still available in Watercolor, Jokes, Perforation, Denim, Miroir and many more looks, by internet occasionally or by directly ordering from the boutique.