THESE ARE BIG REGRETS: Do I Sell-Up in 2024? 

Hi Sophie I vote to sell the smaller Chanels that don’t fit your stuff. I’ve reached the stage with my luxury collection that if a bag can’t fit my wallet, phone AND my reader glasses then the bag is going bye bye!

I would say NOT to sell your Chanel bags, especially the jumbo and the little white one. The jumbo is obviously sentimental, and if/when you feel comfortable wearing it out in public again, you'll be grateful to still have it and one in a size that will fit all your stuff. The white one is impractical in terms of size, but that would be lovely to have for weddings or garden parties and can be worn casually very easily with simple blue jeans, white top, and cardigan. It's versatile. Don't let it go.

100% sell up! If they don’t suit your lifestyle you’ll not regret popping it towards something like travel. Xx

If you know you won’t use them, you should probably sell them if you can detach the emotion tied to them. The money you make could go toward a really nice holiday. You can turn unused bags in to new memories. 💕

Don't sell the Chanel jumbo!!! DO NOT. It's such a gorgeous bag and eventually you'll reach for it again (you can flip the bag when on the street, so no one sees the CC). . As far as Balenciaga, they need to oust the creative director and relaunch. It is a House with such a gorgeous history and the legacy of Cristobal Balenciaga deserves better.

Honestly, I would sell everything except for the classic flap. MAYBE I’d keep the other CHANEL bags until the resale market improves but those would get sold eventually. I prefer a decluttered space and liquid assets over having the items sitting around. Also, I like the idea that everything I look at/touch makes me happy and can be worn. And I think when you hold onto stuff you don’t like it can make it difficult to sort through the stuff you do enjoy. But that’s just my personal opinion.

Ya Balenciaga is definitely OUT. I vote to sell the mini mint green Chanel from sure and sell the boy bag for sure. Try to get rid of the Balenciaga bag but if you cant’ get what you want for it, just keep it.

If you know for certainty that you are never going to use the Balenciaga, then sell even if you make a loss. You are making a loss on the full price you paid for the bag if you are not using it. At least if you make some money, you can use that for something else and it becomes only a partial loss.

Sophie I would 10000% buy that stunning Mint green bag off you! I've been hunting a Chanel in that size for years ❤

Goyard just looks cheap to me, period. I was looking into it when I heard about Faure Le Page and I've never looked back. Excellent quality, colors, sizes, fantastic bags if you are looking for canvas/leather combos.

That Goyard story was hilarious! My rule of thumb is always to give them to a better home, hopefully to someone who can truly appreciate them. Keeping them around will just be a constant reminder for what you could've done for them. All the best!

Sell the bags and buy another medium lady dior. That’s a bag youll use. Dont keep bags just to collect dust.

Lol I love that you credit the sales associate for getting you to buy. Personally, I would sell everything except the Jumbo and the David bag lol. It’s not just about getting your money back, it’s also about getting it out of your life and your space. I like to get rid of things that don’t serve me a purpose. I have a YSL camera bag (like the white one you have) that I don’t use, it’s my only designer bag but I keep it because it reminds me that I prefer to look but not buy. I’m at a stage in my life where financial security means more to me than purchasing a bag. And I’m scared that if I sell that YSL bag then I’ll have the itch to buy another designer bag. I can look at that bag now and be reminded of how little I’ve used it so why would I want or need another designer bag. I hope that makes sense.

i'm honestly surprised you still have that boy bag. i'd sell it. i wouldn't sell the jumbo, mainly for the cost to replace it if you regret selling it. the other small chanel bags, if you're not going to use it for a party or dinner, then i'd sell them. i don't really get goyard bags.

Crime is so bad in my city I’ll only carry my inexpensive bags if I go downtown. I’m happy I sold my Chanel flap. I don’t feel comfortable taking a chance with such an expensive bag any longer. I don’t think anyone is buying or carrying Balenciaga anymore. They killed the brand for me and others.

Sell all but the white Chanel...using it occasionally keeps it fresh and it's so gorgeous 😍!

I have sold both of my Chanel Boy bags. I love the look, but hated actually using it as a bag. I completely understand why you don’t use yours. I would sell if I were you. No sense in keeping a bag you don’t ever want to use.

I dont buy any bag where my things dont fit, no matter how cute. I know ill end up regretting it.

Agree with you about the Goyard. I just don't get the hype. It's a shame about Balenciaga. They hurt themselves and everyone who owns their products. I would hang on to all of your Chanel bags. They will continue to go up in value so yay you! Happy Holidays, Sophie!!

I would sell the Balenciaga bag, boy bag and the Goyard bag. The Balenciaga bag is beautiful but if you feel you will never wear it, even if you get half of your money back, it’s still worth selling than sitting in the closet for years collecting dust

Keep all the clothes. They look great. And the sparkly new bag. And sell all those Chanel bags while you can. To me they are nothing special.

Goyard no longer hand paints their bags fyi. They stopped in 2006. I use my Goyards ALL the time and I've never had a single issue with any of them

I also have a jumbo Chanel which I bought in 2008! I also dont wear it anymore because I dont want to ruin it because I wouldn’t spend that kind of money to ever replace it

Hello sweetheart 💕 Its very hard getting rid of Items that you love.... For me i change all the time Sometimes i want my bigger Chanel then there's other times i grab for my mini classic flap It just depends where I'm going... really... I wear my bag's backwards' Hiding the logos... I carry mace defense with me everywhere i go! 💪 We as women must stand against these jerks out there! Protect yourselves Carry mace girlfriend's...please 😊

I would Never wear Balenciegaporn! Kim Kar still wears it. And her fans will buy your bag.

I would just caution you about the sparkly bag. If you wear them with silk etc, they generally catch on the material. 😢

For those hating on the Chanel boy, I really don’t understand why!! You will definitely need a base shaper for the boy bag and it will keep the shape and makes the bag more spacious. For me, the boy bag is the best travel bag. It’s more spacious than the classic medium or mini bag. The caviar leather is thick and durable. The ruthenium hardware is scratch resistant. When I travel in Europe, I turn the bag around having the flap facing my body while carrying the bag crossbody. This way no pickpocket will be able to open the flap. The chain is metal and I don’t have to worry about pickpocket cutting the chain to take my bag. Also, I have really long hair over my waist. The strap never pulls my hair.

haha David is such a shopping enabler

Keep the Boy and the Jumbo! They are stunning and in a few years you may want them again but wont want to pay for them.

Balenciaga is over for me, cant get over they actively supported child molestation and thought it was acceptable

I would sell the bags that don’t fit your stuff…mint green and white Chanel, plus the Goyard bag. I would list the Balanciaga bag and test the waters. You might get the price you want. You don’t have to sell it if the market is too low. Just my thoughts. I am a big believer in enjoying the stuff you love and sell what doesn’t suit you or your lifestyle. Have a great weekend 😘

I’ve started selling off/ donating a ton of stuff that just doesn’t fit my lifestyle anymore. I’ve kept one pair of high heels but I now only wear flats and trainers. Same with bags- I use 1 on the daily and 1 for nights out- why do I need 10 others in a cupboard gathering dust? Honestly it’s freeing and the cash can be put to good use elsewhere

Just be careful with the sparkly party bag that it doesn’t catch and ruin “party clothes”!! I’ve done that so many times 😏

Dear Sophie, I think it is best to let go of things U do not used, normally I would give away or sell my personal belongings if I've stopped using them more than 3years, that means you will not reach out for them, it is better to turn it into cash for other things instead of collecting dust n sometimes over time, bags gets oxidised n you cannot sell them anymore. 🤗Goodluck

I say sell if they are bags you no longer love or reach for then sell them and book an amazing holiday.

Also sale the boy bag and the Goyard and wait to get the one you originally wanted

Those are beautiful bags and I don't think the problems you complain about are ones you will be passing onto the buyers. I think they're personal preferences & nuances. Which we all have, should have, are blessed to have. What kind of world would it be if we all felt the same about art ?

The Peppermint Green Square Chanel is soooo cute! Would die for that colour these days. However, if it's not practical, there is not point in keeping it, no matter how much it makes you smile. Same can be applied for the White Chanel Mini top handle. Keep the jumbo though, it's not that it's impractical, it's just that you are worried about using it due to the price increases. My friend was the same, took me forever to convince her to use her Hermes Mini Kelly because of the high resell value it has.

Balenciaga - I feel its totally inappropriate to have anything to do with them now.

Don’t sell any chanel. Things and preferences change… but those prices are insane .. I have chanel seasonal from the 2000s, and I can’t bring myself to sell any of it since I got one of the chanel top handle bags in 2003 for 1200😅. Balenciaga I literally let go of the bags for $200-300. I can’t stand them. My mom threw hers away.

Sell all the bags you don't use as they're unnecessarily taking up space to store and could be used by someone else.

Balenciaga needs to go bye bye. That company is dirty from the top down and up to their eyeballs in child trafficking. This was not a one off by the creative director that is not how these companies work.

I continue to wear my Balenciaga bag, bought many years ago, because I like it, this does not mean that I agree with certain choices of the brand, but that I worked hard to earn money to buy that bag and I want to enjoy it. However, here in Italy Balenciaga is slowly regaining its place. In any case there's more than one brand that has been involved in a scandal in the past years (Dolce & Gabbana, Prada...), so we would end up not buying anything anymore. Rather than giving importance to advertising campaigns, I'm indignant at certain statements made by stylists (Elisabetta Franchi): in this case it's certain that the brand will no longer receive a single cent from me.

Sophie, I’m the same way with my classic Chanel bag! I rarely wear it because it has nearly doubled in price and there is so much theft happening here in California. It’s my special occasion bag and I only wear it when I know I’m somewhere safe and always keep it within arms reach. I would not sell your jumbo, it’s a classic bag in a color that goes with everything. Keep it as a special occasion bag.

Kardashians half ruined Balenciaga. The other half Balenciaga did it itself.

Belenciaga really did their customers dirty didn't they? All the people with pieces from their collections, some may even have a wardrobe full and if they no longer want to wear it, resale will have reduced dramatically also.

I refuse to buy balenciaga. They are disgusting Sell the Chanel’s and Goyard . It’s $$ collecting dust. I sold my Chanel jumbo classic 2 yrs ago. No regrets as I never reach for it. I realized I have too many bags which is why a whole lot of bags don’t get used. Downsize. You can do it.

Agree with you， I got the Balenciaga City bag classic Grey & GHW few years ago. I love it so much that time and used for many years. Now I don't use it for long time and wanna sell it. Even in very low price, I wanna get ride of it. I'm thinking to sell my Chanel minis too but it's too cute. I'm using bigger handbags. I sold quite a numbers of bags this year.

Balenciaga is back and back to normal, just like Dolce&Gabbana did back a few years ago. Every luxury brand had its fair share of scandals (not condoning any of them), but it just proves that people don‘t care. Most of the general public didn‘t even know about the scandal, hence why Balenciaga is bigger than ever in asian countries. Even here in Europe! They just got a new and bigger section in some department stores here in Germany 😂

When I see someone wearing Balenciaga I cringe. It just reminds me of how they tought a half hearted apology and a quick sweep under the rug and we would forget all about it. I would get rid of that bad Ju Ju bag regardless of the loss. I walk past the Balenciaga shop in Vegas all the time and it's always empty while other stores have a que. I'm surprised they are still open.

Thanks for sharing! I agree with you! It’s best selling than letting rot in the wardrobe! Please please let us know where is the best place to sell in UK 🙏😘😊

I still use a big Balenciaga le dix motorcycle bag but no-one knows what it is. Bought it second hand 10 years ago but still love it and will continue to use it.

Sell what u don’t want. They now take up your space in every meaning of the word. Create space for new memories

Question Sophie, Are your bags insured? Does that fall under homeowner’s insurance in your country? Just curious. Regards, Judith

Can we olease have a closet tour.

The Chanel Boy bag is cute. THe colour is special and unique.

The Chanel boy is beautiful, just wear it as a shoulder bag, not as crossbody.

I have never had any of my Goyard bags "chip", however I have never liked the Saigon because the handle looks so random and out of place.

Thanks so much for sharing Sophie Happy Saturday everyone. Absolutely, sell or pass on what you see as taking up space. I've done it a few times and still need to do more.

Yes Sophie sell them and with the money go take another trip with David! Give to charity as well😊 We take nothing when we leave this earth

Oh dear, i have the same issue with small bags. They dont fit all my stuff, but those chanel mini bags are so cute! I think i will sell one of them, but not both… the white one because white bags are so hard to maintain. Your haul are all so nice! I esp liked the trousers but everything is so nice!

i still remember that mermaid Chanel you had was absolutely gorgeous. I vote sell them all and buy something you like or use money for something else. What do we think about battered bags style moment? I personally like to see the 'usage', 'history' of a an item being worn and loved, but there is this delicate line to look chic and effortless or simply scruffy and sloppy.

I’m not fortunate enough to own a Chanel but if I did I’d never sell one.

Saying this gently, absolutely sell the bags you do not use

No Balenciaga.

I love that Goyard bag! Super cute but I would never spend that kind of money for a bag anymore.

Btw I can’t push myself carrying my classic flap anymore for the price that it has reached now. I get worried takin it outside and I end up babying it miserably

That grey blazer looks absolutely PERFECT on you!!

I love your jumper! It looks so cozy!

I guess I have no problem displaying my bags and not (mostly)using them... I have sold bags and regret it always,but then obtain "next in line"and toy with selling them as well- ultimately I know I sell w no remorse bc I never have bought the same one back into my collection -- perhaps it's just our impulse that seems to make us think we need it at all,so besides the Balenciaga which is dead to me, I think you should hold onto your Channels, they are so beautiful, and there will be more beauties to come no doubt ,so personally I've diversified into surrounding myself w crystals galore, they are made by nature and just brilliant to me. Love to you& merry Christmas to you hunni xx🎄♥️

Sell them.

If I were you , I would sell the Chanel white small rectangular bag , the Tiffany blue small square bag and the boy bag all out.Because they don't fit you, but a lot of ppl crazy for them at the moment. If you sell them, you can receive a quite handsome amount of money. In my opinion, they are too tiny and if not on trend any more, they only fit children.

Please don't sell your Chanels! I am kicking myself for each one I've ever sold. I'd never be able to afford the prices now. : (

Hi Sophie, if you put clear tiny plastic hair tie in those strap knots, it will prevent your hair from being yanked. It worked for me, and the clear plastic hair ties are not noticeable.

I have a dupe of the original Chanel classic flap, cost under 50 quid and I just love it. It's the style of the bag and chain I love, not the double C interlocked wealth display, which my bag doesn't have, which *was not* part of the original design by Gabrielle. Obviously the quality isn't near the (ahem) original Chanel but it looks surprisingly good for the price and I like to think I am faithful to the very first classic flap, lol!

If they are not reached for a long time , better sell it then get money for new bags . I have sold few bags recently then I am enjoying with my new selection x

Personally I wouldn’t sell the jumbo or the cute mint coloured bag (my husband agrees!) I don’t think you’ll ever get much for the Balenciaga bag, doubt the market will ever pick up for their stuff, I’d sell that one for sure. Also the boy bag; not a big fan of that design

Would def not sell your classic jumbo! I think the smaller Chanels that you still like but just don't reach for often I would personally hold onto because habits can change -- you might start bringing fewer things around with you or have more occasions where you think they fit. Would sell the Goyard since it doesn't bring you joy, I'm sure you could get a great price for it since the brand is quite big atm

Ooh I love your mint green Chanel and your classic flaps ❤😊!

I have a Goyad tote that I've owned for years. I haven't had any issues with the canvas, but I do agree that it feels cheap. I think LV's canvas is much better than Goyard's is.

I bought a dark red balenciaga small city bag in chèvre. I’ll never sell it. I still use it occasionally. I’m lucky to have it because it’s so beautiful, the leather is more desirable than their lambskin and it’s one of my first luxury bags.

Hi Sophie! I am contemplating the same thing with my Chanel square mini in lambskin. I got it in harrods 2020 and have literally used it 4 times and one of the corners is gone. I am extremely careful with my bags and I think it just rubbed against my coat! The quality is awful and I no longer want to use it.Currently I am trying to sell it in vestiare as I just don’t use it! Hoping to recoup all my money back as I haven’t made any good use from the bag ☹️

I still am mind boggled how their PR/marketing Bal team and management came up with that marketing scheme. it shows you that brands really about the image and feel they portray and give to consumers rather than the product themselves.

About the Balenciaga bag, I own the city bag, I bought it long before the scandal happened, I'll wear it anytime I want to without guilty feeling, because I've paid it with my own hard work money, all the celebs who boycott them, they got their stuff mostly for free. That doesn't mean I support the brand for what happened, because I won't buy anything from balenciaga anymore.

The white top handle is so cute , obviously not practical for a daily but it’s perfect as an evening bag

The Chanel mini square is a stunning colour 😍 such a gorgeous bag. It is my favourite bag, I use my black one all the time.

Please let me know if you want to sell the peppermint green mini square chanel bag! I really like it ❤❤❤

I have started to wear my favorite small bags crossbody and just carry a tote bag along with it. Who says you can’t wear two bags? I actually like having just my phone and wallet in a smaller bag or just phone and a few cards that I am getting in and out of frequently without having to wade through all the extra things I need to take out for the day. Then the tote holds my extra things that I am carrying but not needing constantly. Just a thought about how to get use out of all of these beautiful things that may not be getting the most use but could still be worn.

Do the rubber band trick on the boy bag. Little rubber band around the buttons. I have long hair and it works

Hi, are you aware that you can make a “mise en beauté” on your Lady Dior, made in the care center of Dior in Paris?

I’d sell them all , except for the classic flap and the mini Chanel in white, if I had the latter , I’d find it hard to part with , it is so cute.

Sell sell sell, I have really cut my collection. If it doesn't serve you rehome the items❤

I’m definitely not letting go of my boy bag, but it’s because it’s a limited edition ballerina inspired bag and I LOVE it.

Absolutely love and appreciate your brutal honesty!!! Thank u!!

Love matches. Used to go to the shop on marylebone HS. Raey their house brand is fantastic. Its totally my style.

For the boy bag hair problem, I’ve heard that putting a clear elastic around the metal ball part helps.

If truly will not use it and not practical, sell it. Even if you get way less. It is a sunk cost, the money was spent long ago. It can still pay for a dinner or go towards something you value more.

I would sell the Chanel Boy bag, the balenciaga and the goyard. Goyard is hard to get so I dont think it would be an issue selling. I think part of accepting mistakes and getting them out of your life, in terms of shopping is sometimes accepting that your not going to get what you want for it. But at the end of the day everything is up to you. I personally dont like keeping stuff that bothers me, I dont like thst they take up space in my waredrobe, but thats me. You do you and you'll have no more regrets.

You could consider taking those small Chanels in to Luxury Promise. They would do well there I should think. I have a too-large LV top handle bag that I bought because I love the color, and I never carry it because it's just so huge, it feels like a suitcase. I'd like to sell it. Think of all the holiday money you could make! Where is your next trip destination?

No Balenciaga for me. I sold everything I owned. I’m lucky, I have short hair so I can still use by Chanel Boy bag. Although, I don’t love it because it’s so heavy. Love your videos. I hope your heart is healing from the loss of your sweet, fluffy baby.