Which Chanel Bag is Best? | Classic Flap vs Reissue | Caviar vs Lambskin vs Aged Calfskin

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Which of Chanel’s two most iconic classic bags is best for you? In this video, I will be reviewing and comparing the Chanel classic flap in the medium/large size with the Chanel reissue 2.55 in the 225 size as well as comparing the standard types of leather these bags come in: caviar, lambskin, and aged/distressed calfskin.
ITEMS SHOWN IN THIS VIDEO:
Black Classic Flap in medium size, caviar, gold hardware (preloved): bit.ly/2t9vPPC
Black Classic Flap in medium size, caviar, silver hardware (preloved): bit.ly/2RVyGUF
Black Classic Flap in medium size, lambskin, silver hardware (preloved): bit.ly/2S3mNfA
Black Reissue 2.55 Bag in 225 size, aged calfskin, ruthenium hardware (preloved): bit.ly/2tP67jT
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Beige puff sleeved top (similar): bit.ly/2t5RjNj
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@CS-ly3lx 4 года назад

I love the Reissue because it is only recognized by the cognoscenti. The real connoisseur quietly enjoys what she knows is special.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

I love the Reissue for that understated quality too!

@LadyandtheStamp242 4 года назад

Another great video 👍🏽. I could watch your videos all day, they’re very informative.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

thank you so much!!! 😘

@joyceburrows716 4 года назад

Love this video!! Please can you do a review of your 225 reissue? Thank you!

@kerlynlim2155 3 года назад

226 reissue is my favourite! It's so versatile and edgy simply goes well with any outfit.... Love

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

I agree! Such a great design 😄

@MsPinkhaven 4 года назад

The most informative video covering the Chanel flaps and reissues! I own both but I never knew all the details until I saw this video! I personally like both styles equally for different reasons and I prefer the caviar leather for its durability over the lambskin. I do have to agree the lambskin leather is more rich in color! 😊

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

There’s just nothing quite like lambskin 😄 So happy you liked the video ❤️

@OhSoLimitless 2 года назад

Such a great video! I just got my double classic flap in lambskin and i absolutely love it!

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 2 года назад

Congrats on your new bag!

@maggypl5690 4 года назад

Love your videos. I do use my reissue more because of the strap length. It really perfect for shoulder bag and cross body

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

thanks so much!!! ❤️ yeah the chain is the perfect length! sometimes I find chains that are long enough to be worn crossbody are way too long over the shoulder.

@andreameiners861 3 года назад

I prefer the reissue. Love them!

@Stella-yk1bt Год назад

I love using my black 225 reissue with gold hardware. It’s beautiful and versatile, and I travel a lot with it because I can stick it in my backpack and not worry about it getting squished or scratched.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC Год назад

Yes I love taking my reissues when traveling too because they’re so easy to pack down flat and they open back up in seconds!

@trang8735 4 года назад

Great video hon!! 😍😍

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Thanks!!! ❤️

@mariamejia8712 3 года назад

I would love to purchase both! 😍😍😍 both of them are BEAUTIES. 💘💘💘

@lawsonlena 4 года назад

Thank you for such a thorough video, it was nice to finally find someone who talks like an educated person and doesn't use the word "like" every other word.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Thank you for watching!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed it ❤️

@AlicjaGriffiths 4 года назад

You are so right, I can’t stand how narrow range of vocabulary some youtubers have. No content and so many unnecesarry words as „ like” all the time, it is really painfull to watch sometimes, it’s refreshing to see the difference finally.

@celiajia9121 3 года назад

Very thorough review. Better than the sales assistant that I come cross at Chanel store.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

Aww thanks!! ❤️

@RominaRoseMay 4 года назад

Those two bags are still on my wishlist - beautiful! :) Xx

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

they’re both such amazing bags!! really can’t go wrong with either 😄

@samantham9056 4 года назад

I have the 2003 Chanel m/l flap only worn once ( I west my WOC daily), I am thinking of getting a preloved resissue, thank you for this video

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

I don’t wear my classic flap nearly enough either 😅 I think you’ll love the reissue if you want something more understated for daily use.

@JoEl-tw1rc 2 года назад

The smaller reissue are so pretty, yours in small & even the mini size. Aged calfskin leather also looks lowkey for everyday use. It’s on my wishlist🙌🏻 i own vintage small classic double flaps, bought it with a great price and great condition too. Have to say i prefer the vintage lambskin over new ones

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 2 года назад

Haha I might be the only one who doesn’t like the vintage bags 🤭 I think the hardware is too gold. But yes to the reissue! I have 4 mini reissues now and I love them all!

@JoEl-tw1rc 2 года назад

@@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC the yellow gold vintage hardware can be too much, i personally don’t mind. The bag is serial #3 (she’s around 30 years old😭) and it’s holding up great, it might be true that they gilded it up in 24k gold. Anyway I appreciate your reply given this is a 2 yo video! I’m subscribing💙

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 2 года назад

Thanks for subscribing! ❤️ I definitely wouldn’t mind if Chanel brings back the gold plated hardware, but maybe in a 18k gold instead so it’s more toned down.

@fwuffleclouds15 4 года назад

Love your videos! Can't wait to see more :)

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Thank you so much! So happy you like them!!! 🤗

@fwuffleclouds15 4 года назад

This is a very expensive idea hahaha - but I would love to one day have a small classic flap for special occasions/dressier days, and a '226' reissue for the low-key everyday. For the lower quality and increasing prices, I wonder if that would ever be something I would want to do, even if I could...? I am unsure on how I feel about buying secondhand handbags sometimes, for germy reasons, but this may end up being the only feasible option!

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Yeah I totally agree with the increasing prices. I was lucky enough to get both back when it was $4900 each and even that was quite a lot already. And I know exactly what you mean about buying preloved...I feel the same way. Sometimes I can’t help but think of how much money I could save if I went that route but I would never have the peace of mind if I did that 🙈

@stacyb6461 4 года назад

I went vintage/lambskin with the black classic flap and caviar jumbo with the beige. Both preloved. I want to add a red mini in either leather and complete my collection.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Chanel makes so many amazing reds!!! A red mini would be a great addition 😄

@Nikki528 4 года назад

Nice video! I like both the reissue and classic. Next in my list is a classic in the jumbo size, and I want caviar.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

That would make a great everyday bag!!! What color are you thinking of getting in the jumbo?

@Nikki528 4 года назад

CAROL CHAN more than likely black w/ghw. Going to go on the preloved market so that I can a) save money and b) get a single flap, which they stopped making some time ago.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Oh yes and it’ll be lighter too 😄 The double flap jumbo is quite heavy in my opinion.

@Nikki528 4 года назад

CAROL CHAN I keep hearing that it’s heavy, which has pushed me toward single flap instead!

@vickylashes2516 3 года назад

Great video 👍. Do you find the ruthenium hardware is too casual and tacky? Harder to transition from day to night? I currently own the classic in gold hardware and I’m can't decide whether to go with ruthenium or gold hardware for the reissue in 225. Would love to hear your opinions.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

It is a bit more casual but I don’t think it’s tacky. I use my reissue more during the day time and my classic flap during the night a majority of the time, but I don’t limit them to either day or night. Assuming you’re thinking of having both bags in the same color of leather, I think that having both in gold hardware may be a bit redundant. If I had both in gold hardware, I think one of the bags would ultimately be neglected (probably the classic flap).

@yt_passionforluxury 4 года назад

Both bags look beautiful my friend. They are classy bags. I have classic but reissue on my wishlist dear. Thanks for sharing. New friend & hope for your return of love 💗

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Thanks for watching!!! ❤️ I bought the classic flap first too but I knew I personally needed both 😄

@jamiebaker5769 4 года назад

Thanks so much for the video, it was really helpful since I’m looking to purchase my first Chanel bag! Do you know if they offer both leathers in store (lambskin and caviar) for the classic flap? Or is it just whatever one is in season? As online it only states one type of leather.

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

It depends on the color you’re looking for. The classic black one should be available in both leathers as well as both silver and gold hardware (subject to availability though). If you’re looking for a specific color then it depends on what material it was made in for the seasonal collection.

@slavkodragicevic3606 2 года назад

Thank you!!!! 🥂

@sharonraghubar8642 Год назад

Thanks again for a wonderfully informative video. Can you please tell me the weight difference of the classic vs reissue in this medium size? TIA

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC Год назад

Unfortunately I no longer have the reissue so I can’t do that comparison 😞

@Elengb3729 Год назад

Hi Carol. Thanks for this informative video. I have been saving up and researching Chanel bags for my first and possibly last (😢) Chanel handbag so I want to be careful before making my purchase. I am thinking about a classic flap (medium size, caviar, black) with the gold hardware but have heard in some reviews that the gold plating wears off over time and have seen some handbags with this issue and did not like the look of it (I would want a bag of this price to hold up well and while I would take good care of it, I would also want to make sure I am still getting a good use out of it). While I do prefer gold, this is potentially making me consider the silver hardware so that I can at least avoid having a bag with rubbed off gold hardware. Have you experienced this with your bag and could you share your thoughts regarding this? Thanks! Xoxo

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC Год назад

I have not experienced the gold rubbing off on mine but I have heard that this is a possibility. I’m not worried about it though because I can always have it repaired. If you purchase yours now from the boutique, there’s also a 5 year warranty on the bag. I think if the gold hardware is what you truly want, you shouldn’t settle for the silver because you won’t be completely happy with it. That’s why I bought the lambskin one for myself over the caviar one even though it’s not as durable - I did initially have the caviar but kept thinking about the lambskin one so I ended up selling the caviar one after owning it for maybe a year or two to get the lambskin one which I have now owned for 6+ years.

@inspiritlinspirit3259 4 года назад

thank you for the review❤️does the chanel classic flap in black and gold hardware have better resell value, or does a seasonal color/hardware combo classic flap have better resell value❓ i'm worried that everyone would want a black with gold hardware classic flap so they rather go to the boutique to get one new, and also since everyone want this color and hardware combo, the resell market is oversaturated. would a classic flap in non-black neutral color (light grey,. charcoal, beige, navy, etc.) still have better resell value than the reissue black with gold hardware❓

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Even though a black classic flap is probably the most common, it has the best resale value of everything you mentioned. The beige one does very well too and I would say the other neutral colors sit right under beige in terms of resale value. The more bold and colorful the bag is, the worse the resale value is but there are some highly sought after colors that can rival the black one or even go for higher than the retail price if it’s in like new or brand new condition. Resale value for a black reissue sits somewhere between that of colorful and neutral classic flaps. It’s quite unfortunate that reissues don’t really do well on the second hand market.

@joyceburrows716 4 года назад

Hi Carol! Just one more question - please can you let me know what series your reissue 225 is? What colour is the interior lining of the Mona Lisa back pocket? Thanks x

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

It’s a 24 series and the lining is black. Hope that helps 😊

@joyceburrows716 4 года назад

Thank you ❤️

@ariesh-jk7258 3 года назад

Thank you

@cinyunglove351 4 года назад

Love both of them.. hard to choose between them classic or reissue. Btw, u said the reissue chain quite heavy.. how if u compare with the classic one? which one is heavier? Thanks Dear

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

The reissue chain is definitely heavier but it’s not too bad. I think it balances out at the end because the aged calfskin feels a bit lighter than the lambskin.

@chada4all350 3 года назад

Love ur video - very informative! New sub.❤️Xx

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing! ❤️

@thoughtsofsaab6441 2 года назад

Would you still suggest getting in lambskin if it’s in a beige clair color? 🙈💗 thanks!

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 2 года назад

It depends what your concern is regarding the color. If you’re worried about color transfer, it’s not necessarily going to be safer getting it in caviar vs lambskin because color transfer can happen on any type of leather. However from what I’ve seen, the beige clair color appears different on lambskin compared to caviar so it also depends which shade you prefer.

@mommyederm.d.6984 3 года назад

planning to get the reissue as my first chanel

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

That’s so exciting! Have you decided on the size and color?

@mommyederm.d.6984 3 года назад

exactly the same size and color as yours. Im petite so i think this size is better for me. tnx for this videos! helps a lot😊

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful ❤️ You’re going to love the bag!

@xxjack990xx 2 года назад

Hi CAROL . Is calfskin bag a good choice ?

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 2 года назад

I think so. It holds up well and looks great over time. I’m a huge fan of the leather on the reissue because it gives the bag this effortless quality.

@meditationwong6747 4 года назад

❤️❤️ Classic flap in lambskin!

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

There’s just nothing quite as luxurious as lambskin 😊

@slavkodragicevic3606 2 года назад

Dear Carol, Thease bags are in medium size? Reissue is 2.55, not 2.56? Right? Can you please answer me? Kind regards

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 2 года назад

The official name for the bag is 2.55 according to Chanel. If you are referring to the size, it’s the 225 size not 226. It’s the size that’s equal in price with the medium classic flap.

@FreeskyeThaiAussie 2 года назад

Hi Carol. If I wanted to have one classic flap and one reissue, which one would you suggest to go mini and which one to go medium? Thank you in advance and thanks for the great video 🙂

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 2 года назад

I would suggest the mini reissue and the medium classic flap (or check out the small classic flap to see if that’s a better size for you than the medium). The mini reissue still gives you all the functionality of the 225 sized reissue while the mini rectangular is quite different from the medium classic flaps.

@Jojo-qx4jo 3 года назад

Can you pls do wear & tear of the classic lambskin :)

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

Sure 😊

@Jojo-qx4jo 3 года назад

@@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 😍

@missluna Год назад

CHANEL had a price increase today doooo daaaaa dooo daaaa Love this video

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC Год назад

I can’t believe the price has almost doubled since I made this video 😩

@elenacentenomalfaz1628 4 года назад

Hi! Does your lambskin classic flap have light gold hardware or is it the ordinary gold hardware? It looks beautiful. Thanks!

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Thanks!!! It’s the regular gold hardware, not light gold 😄

@Charlotte-cm2yh 4 года назад

Can u do a wear and tear video on ur lambskin classic flap later on? Thxxx hehe

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

Sure 😄

@Noname-cv3cn Год назад

266 😍 I have both. The classic is too loud in todays world.

@Sash6a 4 года назад

What size is your reissue?

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

It’s the 225 size.

@kidthykt 3 года назад

👍🏻

@user-ly2lp2bc7e 10 месяцев назад

I love my lambskin. I just buff it out.

@MsTYouTube 4 года назад

I am surprised to hear you say you lost money when you sold the caviar bag because everyone says you profit from these bags I am going to buy my first Chanel bag this year and like the lambskin

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

If you hang on to the bag past multiple price increases then maybe you might. But after accounting for selling costs and adjusting for inflation I’m not sure even that is true. I sold mine within a year of buying it and it was still retailing for the same price as when I bought it. It’s almost never going to be the case that a used bag is going to be more valuable than a brand new one.

@froyokid 4 года назад

CAROL CHAN hhhm i disagree. You had yours for less than a year before selling it. If you had it for 3+ years, you could have gotten all your money back

@opalumjournalbythia361 3 года назад

@@froyokid But keeping a bag for another 3 years and selling it at the price point you bought it is not profitable at all. The inflation we'll have in 3 years will wipe out any small gains. Plus, if the bag is not in excellent condition, forget about being able to sell it at the price you bought it for.

@charleneli9768 3 года назад

your 2.55 is small size？22.5cm length？

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 3 года назад

Here’s the dimensions on Chanel’s website: 16 × 24 × 7.5 cm

@itzaelm 4 года назад

are you selling any?

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

sorry I’m not currently selling either of them.

@RobloxGaming-ks1pc 2 года назад

Re issue aged calfskin

@brookesworldloveanimals425 4 года назад

Chinese/New York accent lol 💙

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

You’re right 😄 It’s that obvious?

@erikaallen250 4 года назад

What size is your 2.55 Reissue? Small 225 or Medium 226?

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

It’s the 225 size.

@orangetammy 3 года назад

Reissue..

@eveleere8710 4 года назад

I don’t understand why people always says reissue while it’s 2.55

@CAROLCHANNELINGCHIC 4 года назад

I’ve heard people call it many different variations but I think the most common definitely is “reissue”. It’s the name that seems to be the most recognizable too. Luxury lovers do seem to come up with some unique names for stuff - like the 225, 226 etc sizes are not necessarily the standard terms for the sizes either 😄

@eveleere8710 4 года назад

CAROL CHAN You can call Diana etc your bag anyway. The exact name of the bag is 2.55 ✌️ It represents February 1955 😆 and there’s no 2.66 in sizes they called S M L. I don’t know it’s kinda annoying it sounds like fake ✌️

@kaitlinb4110 3 года назад

I would never buy a reissue. I’m paying thousands of dollars and nobody will know that’s a Chanel?? Not everyone is into fashion so they can think it’s a knock off

@atlant2566 2 года назад

you got to be kidding me 8800 for a bag. dont get me wrong but thats a car that can drive you to work. I mean i thought 2k was a lot not 8800 for a bag doesnt matter what its made off. If same bag costed way less why in the world now it would cost twice the price. no way

@danidunmire7545 2 года назад

Why are you here then?

@atlant2566 2 года назад

@@danidunmire7545 not to be rude but seriously more power to you if you think its worth it. I rather spend that 8k on my family than a bag. That eas just my opinnion but hey you got money buy it.