I am a true Chanel Addict: I love just about all the hardware options, all the leather options and most of the styles. And I agree, it depends bag to bag what leather and hardware is best, and those characteristics can vary season to season. When spending Chanel level money one thing is imperative; you must be madly in love with the bag you are considering buying. Don’t settle for anything else than being over the moon with your choice.
Chanel just increased their prices close to +25% ... I have always dreamt of a chanel bag but their policy just disgusts me.. i understand that they want to rise themselves at the hermes clientele but doing such an increase during the pandemic time is just too much...
That's repulsive really because they know people are itching to consume their bags once this covid19 is over..business without ethics. They are in only for the money, profits over people!
As much as I want the bag, I am torn in between because you know the bag's initial price.. They keep on increasing the price due to the demand not because increase in quality.. I feel that I have been fooled for buying something that much cheaper than its price tag..
If I were to spend 6-7k on a Chanel bag, I would rather wait and save up some more money and just buy an Hermes bag. IMO higher quality and exclusivity
I definitely disagree about the quality of Chanel. I've only been buying Chanel for about 7 years and even in just that time the quality has gone down and the sales associates I've interacted with act like people should just accept it. Of the 10 Chanel bags I've owned, half of them had issues. One of them, my chain around maxi flap, has a crooked flap. I looked at five bags and they were all crooked! And the SA said yes, they're all like that, do you want one? I chose the "least" crooked one because I loved the style, but I'm always self conscious about it when I wear it. After that I decided I was done with Chanel. Way too expensive to have visible flaws. It's unacceptable and there are other brands that care more about quality than about selling loads of handbags.
girlabee Don’t feel bad about your bag. I own three Chanel bags. The last one I bought was a classic flap. While I have no experience with quality getting worse than before, only the classic flap had a minor issue with leather peeling on the chain. I was upset that we pay so much for a flawed bag. I thought about returning my bag but then decided not to. I don’t live close to a Chanel location, so I ordered the bag over the phone. It came with everything even the plastic on the hardware which my other bags didn’t have. The leather was wonderful and everything else was flawless. There was no guarantee that the replacement would be better. What if it was actually worse? Long story but I don’t want you to not enjoy your bag. Sometimes it is ok to accept minor flaws, and believe me most people wouldn’t know if you don’t point it out even if it was somewhat visible. People mostly see your nice Chanel bag. If it is REALLY bothering you, you have the option of selling it. Good luck.
I totally agree. The quality varies a lot. My black lambskin mini from 2016 is still flawless, poofy, no scuffs all straight and even. My mini lambskin from 2019 has flattend a lot. And....what happend to their chains? My 2016 chain is heavy and stays in place. The 2019 chains (I have a square and a rectangular) are both light weight and are twisting. Seems so cheap compared to the 2016. I also have a tweed mini from 2019 this one has better quality hardware, but like someone her commented, oh boy, I had to look at a whole lot to find one that wasn't crooked!!! So annoying.
these days a chinese counterfeit has better craftsmanship and use more expensive hardware than the real version (no kidding), thats why most houses don't do authentication anymore, they simply can't tell, I've spoken to Chinese leather suppliers before, their inside joke is that if a bag has no faults its probably fake....not that I am advocating doing so, I respect the design, thats the hard bit. My point is, the price increase has nothing to do with raw materials etc. you are only paying up for the brand = the design and the 'heritage'. And in my honest opinion, that is the most overused word in fashion, its like silicon valley, you attract investors if you can tell a good story (Bad Blood anyone?). And I think I'm done with buying stories...as said, there are plenty of other brands with great designs and actually care about quality. Some of the luxury houses are just getting too cosy with the easy money....
I've watched your channel for years, and always appreciated how gorgeous your Chanel bags are, and have always wanted to add one to my collection, but just knew the classic flaps were too formal for my personal style. However, I've recently discovered the reissue 2.55 (226 size) with the aged calfskin and ruthenium hardware, and it's just perfect for me. I just took the plunge this weekend and bought my first one, and I suspect it won't be my last :) Thanks for all of the great content as always xx
I am with you 100%. Mini bags just aren't practical for me and I love my jumbo double flap and my medallion tote. I also have a vintage small single flap, which I highly recommend. It fits a surprising amount of stuff, certainly more than I have seen people on youtube fit into the medium double flap. As Amie says, I was concerned about structure loss in a large bag so I went for the double flap in the jumbo, but in the small bag I have had no issue with it at all.
Just earlier today I was thinking I hadn’t seen a video from you for a while though when I checked, it had only been 2 days 😅 goes to show how much I like your videos! Just logged on and was super excited to see this video!!
i was planning to buy my first Chanel bag for my birthday, but with the recent price increase i am afraid i cannot justify their price anymore.. stores are opened as of today in Switzerland (where I live) so i will take a look and see how much the bags prices increased but i am quite sure i will walk out empty handed and just spend my money in another designer boutique..
Same here... I moved to Switzerland to study about 4 years ago. I work part-time to support myself and always wanted to buy one of their classic flaps after I got my degree (as a reward for the hard work i guess). But this increase is just insane. I can no longer justify buying it. What a shame, really... SMH
I really love the minis, I am saving to buy up for one as a graduation present to myself. Amie, it would be interesting to see how you style each of your Chanel bags, maybe five outfits each? :)
Love your tips! My husband just surprised me with a chanel mini rectangle flap bag in black lambskin with so black hardware for Mother's Day and I love it so much and your tips are so on point!
I also own both a WOC and a rectangular mini, however I actually use my mini for running errands while my WOC is my evening bag 😆 I think your mini leans more dressy because it's in lambskin, because mine is in caviar with silver hardware and it looks casual enough to go grocery shopping with. My WOC on the other hand is in lambskin with gold hardware, so I tend to reserve it for special occasions.
The colours of these bags makes my heart skip a beat. Absolutely beautiful and they compliment each other so well, now your dressing room is clothes rail free 😂it must be a beautiful sight everyday. Thank you for sharing xx
Thanks Amie I learned something new, I never heard about the edge stitching. I think I prefer to having it. I’m was having buyers remorse for the last few years after buying my square caviar mini. It’s the most expensive accessory I’ve ever bought and my first luxe bag. But I’m glad have it now. I hope I can add a double flap one day in a caramel or nude shade
So so helpful! I have been saving up for my first Chanel. Im going for the mini rectangular. They're too cute to handle. Your collection is to die for!!
Thanks for all of your helpful advice! I agree with you on lambskin vs caviar. Vibrant coloured SLGs in lambskin are beautiful as well because they stand out but can show wear if it’s rubbing against other items in your bag.
I was told they stopped producing caviar minis in 2018 Love this video! When I first started buying Chanel I watched a lot of your videos for reference
Hi Amie. This video was very helpful. I have been saving for a Chanel and I was very close to getting one but now that the prices have gone up..... oh well, I'll keep saving. Have a wonderful week. Stay safe.
This video is so informative! All your Chanel videos are a valuable resource for all the necessary ins and outs for this stunning bags. Your channel helped me get my vintage lambskin Chanel classic flap dream bag with 24k gold plated hardware (Japan-based vintage reseller) and a Chanel black caviar coin purse (so roomy!). Thank you so much for being so open and sharing your knowledge in a relatable way.
Same here. Can't imagine paying over 8k for a bag. Their price hike over the recent years is insanely ridiculous. I have not bought one since 2017. Even sold my mini square and woc which I have not reached out for anyway. I should sell my jumbo 😆 but there's sentimental value of how I got the bag.
That's repulsive really because they know people are itching to consume their bags after all this covid19 is over..business without ethics. They are in only for the money, profits over people!
Your video explanation is just what i needed to make my decision. You make so much sense everytime and i totally agree. And you encouraged wise decision making and spending within my means... Especially for a first chanel bag. Thank you very much. I've followed you and watched your videos for a very, very long time and none of it was a waste of time and i learned so much from you. Thank you once again! You have lovely voice, face and bags collection.
Amie can you do an updated minis and classic Flap bag size comparison, this time including the small classic flap size. I know a lot of people say that their is only a small difference but if someone only wants one then that small difference maybe the deciding factor. Or a comparison just between the rectangular mini, small and medium flap bag. But focusing on putting the same small items or what someone would actually put considering that the comparison includes "minis" or "small" bags. Iactually saw a video comparison with the small and medium of heyyyjune where she showed that the small flap bag can fit more than what a lot of people say it could fit. Love your videos btw 💖
I’m saving for my first chanel bag! I definitely am leaning towards black caviar classic flap with gold hardware, because I know I will love it and like you said be able to enjoy it! It would match everything in my closet!!
i have a caviar mini in coral and i had no idea about it being difficult to get caviar!! i bought mine 2 years ago and didn't even think about scarcity!!
Amy, I also have the classic flap in grey after watching your unboxing video but I chose the m/l mainly I didn’t have this size and jumbo double flap was too heavy for my shoulders to carry. Still loving the colour and my forever bag. Initially I hesitated due to the recent price increase in Nov but I thought what the heck....and took the plunge. Looking back, really glad I did it otherwise it is even more expensive now. Thanks 🥰
I prefer lambskin leather, the mini (over the woc) and the single flap jumbo 🤣 but that’s the nice thing about Chanel/ luxury in general everyone has different opinions. I do think I will be buying almost exclusively preloved from now on due to the price increases though.
I love your Chanel collection. For years I had dreamt of one day being able to afford one and finally did about 5 years ago. I just bought my 2nd one in December and love it.
Chanel is a total investment piece. I have never thought about purchasing a Chanel until recently. However, I'm debating between a Small or Mini Classic Flap.
Same, I have 3 Chanel bags and all caviars not crazy about the lamb skins and yes there prices are crazy. I’m not sure I will buy more Chanel bags, would rather invest in Dior and more YSL bags.
I had the chance to purchase the grey 20C jumbo at the Chanel store in Vancouver, but I passed it up to buy the M/L beige Clair. Now I have so many regrets 😭😭😭 I love love love your Chanel bags 😍😍😍
Really comprehensive video, thank you! Was wondering what your thoughts are on the recent Chanel price increase? Would it put you off buying Chanel in the future? 17% seems pretty high!!
I got to watch TWO of your videos today! Yay! I ADORE your videos-especially ones where I learn so much! Perhaps, I might go for a double-flap next time, after all. Thank you, so much, for what you do, Amie! Hope that you and your family are ALL well! ❤️👜🇨🇦
Lol I was waiting for this video, but pulled the trigger on a jumbo double flap SHW caviar yesterday before the rumored price increase hits the preloved market. 😅
Personally, I don't think that Chanel bags worth that much money. They are not ugly, but they are not anything special at all! If classic flap would cost around $3000-$3500 , maybe then I would consider of purchasing one ( I like the variety in my collection) . But I wouldn't pay more than that. Chanel bags are mass produced at Italian factories , just like YSL or Dior bags. They are not completely handmade by one artisan like Hermes bags are in Paris... tho, I am not a fan of Hermes either( just not my style) , but I understand the exclusivity..
Hi Amie, I am looking at purchasing my first Chanel Bag.... I am from New Zealand and have no boutiques near where I live. Recently came back from Florida, USA where I went into my first Chanel store, and was a little underwhelmed. I actually preferred the Chanel Boy medium bag to the Classic Flap bag. I was surprised by this!!! I ended up buying another LV bag & some Jimmy Choo ankle boots haha! I really want to buy that classic Chanel bag as my first bag..... so the double flap is the way to go! Why don’t you love the boy bags? Thanks
Are there certain resale retailers you prefer? I know there are so many like eBay, fashionphile, gilt, rebag, etc. but they all have different return policies and rules on if the bag happens to be fake. I’ve done a lot of comparing in helping my cousin shop for a bag, but it would be great to hear your perspective!
Excellent 👌🏻 video and very interesting 🧐 one! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼. Especially for the people like me who would love 💓 to buy there first Chanel bag 💼. To your knowledge is that true that Chanel has just recently increased their prices of ~28%? Thanks 😊 for sharing and stay safe! 💋🤗💖💋🤗💖💋🤗💖💋🤗
This was a good one Amie ☺️ I’m going to be controversial here 🤯 I love the pointy top of my m/l double flap over the curved top that I ummmm helped it become pointy 🙊
Hi amie! Was thinking of getting a light coloured (white/beige/grey) classic flap. Are they harder to maintain in terms of wear and tear & colour transfer? Stay safe and healthy always 💜
I haven't used my Chanel bags at all during lockdown but for the bags I do use, I quickly wipe them down with an anti-bacterial wipe and then usually leave them alone for a few days. I only go out once a week at most so it's pretty easy to do even with my go-to bags!
I love the bag you were holding when you went through point 5, How should you clean and care for Chanel bags? What are the specs of that bag? it looks like a rose gold... I love the V style stitching vs the X and the size looks perfect!
Love all your content. The chanel queen! i bought a preloved woc. It will be my only chanel. Could you do a video on the price increases. It would be very interesting!
CHASE! I just wanted to say thank you so much for your RU-vid videos they honestly are so detailed-oriented and are so helpful. I have bought to Chanel bags because of you! But I was wondering where do you buy your pre-loved Chanel. I have bought my last two Chanel bags brands new from the Chanel store. And also! Do you have any tips on getting your Chanel bags cleaned and fixed. I have a little stitch in my bag that’s out and I want to get it fixed by Chanel but I do not know the process. Any advice I would be so appreciative! Thank you so much for your RU-vid videos
@@ChaseAmie I have been following you for years now and have learned so much from you as I ventured into the designer world. Extremely grateful for your content and love your style 💕
Question: is it weird to use a Chanel mini for “errands”/grocery store runs? Obviously not NOW, with the current situation it’s inappropriate!! But I’m general? What you think?
Nina Oh!!! I never take any of my designers bags to groceries, only to fancy Malls, or when I travel or visit friends. Eww groceries I always have a very cheap bag for shopping and make sure it’s cross body so I don’t put it on those nasty carts 🛒
Hi, I just wondered if you have ever experience colour transfer from what you are wearing to a Chanel bag. I would love a light colour Chanel but worried about colour transfer.
