Louis Vuitton Damier Berkeley
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Berkeley
The Speedy is undoubtedly the quintessential Louis Vuitton bag. I doubt that many LV lovers never owned one to begin their obsession with the fine brand. One downside of it to many is that is lacks structure. No matter how much you load in the Speedy, it sags to the ground, unwilling to hold its fine form. To friends of the Speedy, there is now a slightly flashier sibling called the Louis Vuitton Damier Berkeley. Its name is derived from a chic London neighborhood, the Berkeley Square. The materials are common to other Damier canvas bags, smooth leather trim, a red micro suede lining and a golden “Louis Vuitton Inventeur” plaque on the front complete the picture. Its handles are adjustable in length, two side outside pockets offer additional storage room for cellphone or keys. With 12.4″ in width, it is only .4 inches wider than the Speedy and .7 inches taller. Granted, at $1,420 it is twice as expensive as the Damier Speedy, I still think that this bag will capture a large following among LV enthusiasts. Available in Damier or Damier Azure.
- by Vlad on 1.7.2008 in Louis Vuitton.
oh my, its gorgeous! i think i know what my first azur will be! LOOOVE IT!
1.8.2008 - 1:50 am
eek! i have been waiting for this…
1.8.2008 - 5:59 am
is it a shoulder bag or hand/arm held?
1.8.2008 - 6:00 am
The same boring LV designs at the same outrageous prices.
1.8.2008 - 9:37 am
I like this much better then the speedy!
1.8.2008 - 10:33 am
Don’t like this big metal plaque but otherwise it’s a handsome classic bag
1.8.2008 - 11:03 am
I wonder if it hangs as well as my speedy 25. That’s what I like aobut the Speedy - it is comfortable on my forearm when I’m shopping, unlike the Alma.
1.8.2008 - 12:28 pm
I own the Speedy 30 and I absolutley love it. At first I wasn’t too into the lack of structure, but surprisingly it doesn’t sag as much as one would think. I def love the Speedy more than this new bag, and I totally prefer the monogram canvas to the damier. I also agree with other posts about the metal plaque — it’s not doing it for me. I think I’ll stick with my Speedy.
1.8.2008 - 5:04 pm
I love my speedy MUCH MORE than this new bag. I also agree, this gold plaque is too much for me
1.8.2008 - 5:21 pm
I agree,the gold plaque is too large and detracts from the bag.
1.8.2008 - 6:50 pm
oh i disagree! i really like the plaque and think it adds a little flash to a nice, structured bag.
1.8.2008 - 11:36 pm
It’s not a bad looking bag, but the speedy is nicer. My husband made me a custom sized wood bottom for my speedy and it NEVER sags. It would also be nicer in monogram or solid color leather…the damier isn’t my favourite.
1.11.2008 - 6:13 pm
its not that bad looking
1.21.2008 - 9:00 pm
I also think that the plaque makes the bag all the better. It gives tbe bag a more classic look. I love it!!!!!!!
Oh and I prefer the Damier over the Monogram.
2.3.2008 - 6:25 pm
I like this bag, but it seems better suited for a more mature woman
The Speedy is so young!
For double the price I don’t think it is worth it. I’ll stick with my Speedy bags. I fixed the sag problem and got a clear liner (on ebay) and now people stop me and ask me how I get my bag to keep its shape.
I have a Speedy in Red epi leather too and it holds its shape just fine with no liner, but I do switch the liner back and forth just to keep the bottom of the bag looking clean.
2.4.2008 - 8:49 am
I agree…some of their designs are boring…almost old lady like. I’m really picky.
2.10.2008 - 7:20 pm
I am so over the speedy. I love this bag. I would love to have this bag.
2.11.2008 - 12:53 am
Well I guess my wish came true because my husband surprised me with this bag today.
2.12.2008 - 11:31 pm
OMG i want this bag. the price is a little steep. The plaque makes the bag looks more luxury like. it make it look expensive… thats what we all want, us women just don’t wanna admit it.
2.23.2008 - 1:26 pm
i bought this bag already.Its in azur.omg,i love it,like Lisa said the plaque makes the bag look more expensive and luxury.
The price is acceptable.
2.26.2008 - 11:20 pm
I bought this bag in damier, and I love it!
3.2.2008 - 12:44 am
My order of this bag and alexander (sp?)has just arrived and sorry to say that they are going back asap! I absolute hate the GOLD PLAGUE ,the gold studs and the gold zippers which brings me back to the 80’s., the wallet also failed my expectation. I love my Monogram Canvas Popincourt Haut and French Purse which I bought at LV boutique.
4.29.2008 - 8:52 pm
do they have this in canvas monogram?
6.9.2008 - 9:30 am
do they have this model in canvas monogram???
6.9.2008 - 9:32 am
No Chi this model is only for damier
6.15.2008 - 12:03 am
I love this bag! I was starting to think that the azur range was a bit boring until this one came out. I love the plaque and the adjustable handles. I think it may be my first azur too..
6.28.2008 - 6:23 am
Does anyone know if this is hand held or can it be carried over the shoulder? I have heard some say that it can be carried over the shoulder but I just want to make sure because the straps look kinda small to me. TIA!
8.29.2008 - 11:04 pm
I just bought this bag in the azur..
The Berkeley can be hand held and carried over the shoulder. The adjustable straps are great. I don’t like carrying it over my shoulder because the structure of the bag makes it slightly uncomfortable.
9.5.2008 - 11:16 am
Berkeley is classic. Show pics of new Damier speedy 35,
coming Sept 15th. Goyard is classy also. Show pics anyone.
Both LV and Goyard are comfortable hand or shoulder carry.
9.14.2008 - 12:17 am
I am in love!
9.16.2008 - 3:43 pm
just exchanged the azur to ebony and i think it’s a better choice since i don’t have to worry about stains or any unpleasant dirt on the leather. I LOVE IT!!!
9.17.2008 - 1:20 am
I just bought my Damier speedy. Should have buy this LV Berkeley instead. Sooooo gorgeous. But it cost more than SGD3k. OMG.. need to save up!!
10.8.2008 - 8:32 am
i just wanted to post on here about my experience at the Louis Vuitton Saks Fifth Avenue in troy, michigan. i want to say that the customer service is exceptional and amazing. one person in particular helps me when i shop there…martin is his name. he is very knowledgeable and always knows the answer to every question i throw his way. i live in michigan but travel a lot for my job, i can give martin a call and he’ll send me anything i need asap. so even if you don’t live in mich, you can still order from LV saks troy…i can’t stress enough how amazing the service is…please work with martin if any of you ever go to LV saks 5th ave. in troy, michigan. you’ll be absolutely delighted. thanks!
11.24.2008 - 1:59 pm
Purchased the Berkeley at Saks in Huntington, NY a week ago. Used it once and noticed the stitching on the strap that goes down the front of bag unraveling. Immediately took it back to the store, only to find they had one left, the demo model which I did not want as the gold plate was scratched. Replacement being sent from Manhasset store. Can’t wait! This bag is gorgeous!
11.30.2008 - 12:23 am