Stand Out in a Crowd

Hello everyone,

It's been about week since my last post- I have been busy with work/school/family & friends etc... but I'm back today!

Today's topic: setting yourself apart from the crowd.  What are we talking about?  The Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy.  Chances are you have one- and so do millions of other people.  And unless you're fine with walking around with the same bag as everyone else, how do you set your bag apart from the rest?

My Speedy 40

Some choose to purchase the little charms from LV to hang on their bag (I'd rather spend the money on another bag!)  I, however, use a luggage tag with heat stamped initials.  I feel this not only personalizes the bag to ME, but it's also a fun and masculine way to show off personal style.  The tags only cost about $45-$75 depending on size, and if you ask me that's a lot better than $400 on a charm.  And since LV is all about travel and luggage- what better way to show that than with a luggage tag?

Luggage Tag

Close up of the tag

If you prefer a fun and frilly look (which is not my taste- but I'm a guy after all) then a colorful scarf might be what you need.  I have found that when selecting a scarf, choose an oblong one- this will make it easier to tie.  When tying the scarf keep in mind the process of tying a bow tie- it's exactly the same!

Dramatic scarves add fun color to any bag

 Scarves like this can be purchased for less than $1 at your local thrift store

Here is one more example: I think that this would be a fun and preppy way to add a custom touch to the bag- loosely tying a bow tie around the handle and just letting it drape.  I have plenty of bow ties and could easily match the tie on my bag to my outfit.

Of course when tying it on- make sure the care tag is covered up.  Oops!

I stood in line for almost 30 minutes on black friday to buy this tie!

With all silliness aside- do what suits you.  And don't worry about getting LV accessories to hang on your LV bag- you could easily use a Coach charm if you wanted (just make sure the hardware matches).   Or if you are feeling REALLY radical- check out this website.  I haven't used them personally (I can't afford them)  but their work is amazing!   I hope that this blog gave you ideas on how you can personalize YOUR mono speedy, and feel free to send me photos of your bags- I'd love to see them!

Until next time-