Debuting in 1930, the Speedy is one of the few original Louis Vuitton handbags and will always remain a classic. Inspired by its larger counterpart, the Keepall, the Speedy was named after the increasingly fast-paced living environment of the time.
It was first made available in three sizes (30,35 and 40) until style icon Audrey Hepburn came along and requested a smaller version to match her petite frame. Thus, the Speedy 25 was born:
Almost 90 years later, the Speedy has remained as iconic as the people who have carried it throughout the years, including Beyonce who just showed off her custom Speedy recently:
Louis Vuitton has released the bag in several colors, patterns and materials – it’s also featured in collaborations with artists, giving Speedy aficionados a wide variety of bags to choose from.
In addition to its staple sizes, Louis Vuitton has also released a widely popular nano version and one that comes with a bandouliere strap, meant to be slung over the shoulder. Just like other classic Louis Vuitton bags, the Speedy features a coated canvas exterior, brass hardware, vachetta leather handles and trim. See the Speedys we have available at StockX:
The Speedy Bandouliere 25 in Monogram Canvas
This Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 is almost identical to the one Audrey Hepburn carried throughout her life, except it comes with a bandouliere strap for easy handling. In classic Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas, it comes with polished brass hardware, handle rings and opens up to a fabric interior with a pocket and a lot of room for more than just essentials. Get it here
The Speedy 30 in Monogram Multicolore
From a collaboration between Louis Vuitton and Japanese artist Takashi Murakami, the Monogram Mulitcolore range under the direction of Marc Jacobs instantly became a hit when it made its debut at the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2003 show and no better bag encapsulated the collection than the Multicolore Speedy, It features a canvas with 33 silk-screen colors, and S-lock closure a leather key strap, metal studded corners and a microfiber interior. Get it here
The Speedy 35 in Damier Ebene Canvas
Roomier than the 25 and 30, the Speedy 35 is a great asset for days when you need to carry more than usual (which is basically every day). This Louis Vuitton Speedy 35 in Damier Ebene canvas is a classic. The Damier canvas pattern was created in 1888 and since then has had subsequent versions including the Damier Azur, Damier Graphite and Damier Infini. This Damier Ebene Speedy 35 comes with an inside patch pocket and red microfiber lining. Get it here
The Speedy 40 in Black Epi Leather
The biggest of the bunch, the Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 is a perfect size for travel or a day which requires lots of multi-tasking. Epi is Louis Vuitton’s first permanent leather collection first introduced in 1985 and its unique dying process creates vibrants colors while also maintaining durability. This Speedy 40 comes with one side flat pocket, one patch pocket and rolled leather handles. Get it here
