Chanel Lovers, how many of you also own a Birkin?

VeryIntoChanel · Sep 27th, 2008, 01:05 PM

Ladies, we all have the desire of owning as many Chanel bags as possible (for me at least! lol!). Has any of you moved on to owning a Hermes Bikin? I was tempted to BIN on a Birkin on eBay but I ended up telling myself that the price could add another 5-6 Chanels to my collection and I hesitated! I know they are different but this is a random thought.... I will never (never say never!) switch sides but I was just wondering for those of you out there who loves Chanel has a desire for Birkin too? Or its Chanel and Chanel alone?

chanelptht · Sep 27th, 2008, 01:45 PM

For me, it's Chanel only. I'm so glad that I'm not into Hermes at all, and that leaves me money for plenty of Chanel bags.

Luccibag · Sep 27th, 2008, 01:45 PM

I bought a Birkin a while back and I have to warn you, you will probably buy more H bags if you do buy one lol. With Chanel's hefty price increases, a lot of people are starting to look at H bags. Plus Hermes bags are so classic, just like Chanel. I bought a 35 cm Bleu jean Birkin and I love it. I still love my Chanel bags, but I have started buying Birking bags and several Kelly bags came following. lol

ItsMyWorld · Sep 27th, 2008, 01:48 PM

I don't want to start a board war here but aside from being two of the (much) higher priced designers, I don't really understand what they have in common. To me, the asthetic of Chanel are Hermes are vastly different (minus the Cerf from Chanel.) I likely won't own a Birkin just because it really isn't my style. I think it is beautiful and gorgeous but I don't see it as "me" right now... maybe in a few years but not now. I don't know. I don't feel as though you can really compare the two other than that they both have high prices (Hermes more so.) It just seems like in general, the look of them is going to appeal to different people. They both have such a distinct look.

lordguinny · Sep 27th, 2008, 02:06 PM

Luckily for me Hermes doesn't appeal to me visually...however, that may change later in life!

ldldb · Sep 27th, 2008, 02:22 PM

i can't wait to cross over to the orange side! a pale grey ostrich birkin in on my wishlist

...just have to wait till the chanel love affair passes first!

Gerry · Sep 27th, 2008, 02:56 PM

I guess that a lot of us just like high quality designer bags. For me, I was into LV first and tried a few Gucci next. Then, I skipped Chanel and plunged headlong into Hermes. I bought two Kellys,a Birkin, an Evelyn, a Trim,a Bolide,3 Picotins and one called a Malesherbes. Well, been there,done that and then discovered Chanel.

To me, they are as different as day and night. The Birkin,in particular, is the one I like the least. It is miracle of exquisite craftsmanship and breathtaking to look at but I HATED using it. I think it looks really good when it is fastened properly and sloppy when it isn't but it is a HUGE pain to get in and out of. And I found it extremely heavy when I put my things in it. Lovely to look at but hard to use, for me.

Chanel is much more girly and easy to use,in my opinion. Hermes is tough,equestrian and eternal,in my opinion. Chanel is chic,decorative and feminine,by comparison. Anyone agree???

chanelbaby · Sep 27th, 2008, 03:01 PM

If I won the lottery then yes I would get Croc Birkins in turqouise and another in pink

I used to think they were too structured for me but am coming around to H now

Swanky Mama Of Three · Sep 27th, 2008, 03:41 PM

Larkie, you don't have to switch over, enjoy both!

I'll never own a Birkin or Kelly as I don't care for either of them.

People loosely compare them because they're both VERY classic and very pricey. . . a lot of people start low and over time start to spend more and more. . . it's a natural path it seems for a lot of people.

cammy1 · Sep 27th, 2008, 03:49 PM

I dont own a Hermes- its not just the price that scares me- the style of them just does not appeal to me and as a young 20 ish woman- I just think its a little too 'old' for me personally.

lordguinny · Sep 27th, 2008, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Gerry

Chanel is much more girly and easy to use,in my opinion. Hermes is tough,equestrian and eternal,in my opinion. Chanel is chic,decorative and feminine,by comparison. Anyone agree???

I agree. And please don't flame me (ducking) but I find Hermes can sometimes appear matronly while Chanel is more feminine and chic.

Swanky Mama Of Three · Sep 27th, 2008, 04:17 PM

I like the variety Chanel offers

Lady Chinadoll · Sep 27th, 2008, 04:20 PM

I prefer the look of Chanels.

sorry H lovers - no offense :O
Hermes makes me think of my granny.

chaneljewel · Sep 27th, 2008, 04:20 PM

yes, I own both...Hermes is somewhat 'addictive'..it's the craftmanship of each piece I purchase. That's not to say that Chanel isn't great too...they're just different imo...
Whenever I carry my Kelly bag...I feel like Grace Kelly...not anything like a granny...same goes for my Birkin!

daluu · Sep 27th, 2008, 04:20 PM

i love hermes, but only as a "looker." i can't justify that price point and with the chanel price increases, it's getting hard for me to justify some of the chanel bags too.

Sep 27th, 2008, 01:05 PM	#1
VeryIntoChanel Member	Chanel Lovers, how many of you also own a Birkin? Ladies, we all have the desire of owning as many Chanel bags as possible (for me at least! lol!). Has any of you moved on to owning a Hermes Bikin? I was tempted to BIN on a Birkin on eBay but I ended up telling myself that the price could add another 5-6 Chanels to my collection and I hesitated! I know they are different but this is a random thought.... I will never (never say never!) switch sides but I was just wondering for those of you out there who loves Chanel has a desire for Birkin too? Or its Chanel and Chanel alone? __________________ Saving up for the Cruise 09 Red Caviar Jumbo Yo!

Sep 27th, 2008, 01:45 PM	#2
chanelptht Member Location: Houston	For me, it's Chanel only. I'm so glad that I'm not into Hermes at all, and that leaves me money for plenty of Chanel bags. Last edited by chanelptht; Sep 27th, 2008 at 01:50 PM.

Sep 27th, 2008, 01:45 PM	#3
Luccibag Member	I bought a Birkin a while back and I have to warn you, you will probably buy more H bags if you do buy one lol. With Chanel's hefty price increases, a lot of people are starting to look at H bags. Plus Hermes bags are so classic, just like Chanel. I bought a 35 cm Bleu jean Birkin and I love it. I still love my Chanel bags, but I have started buying Birking bags and several Kelly bags came following. lol __________________ My collection pics http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...el-356589.html

Sep 27th, 2008, 02:06 PM	#5
lordguinny Balenciaga Moderator Location: Florida	Luckily for me Hermes doesn't appeal to me visually...however, that may change later in life! __________________

Sep 27th, 2008, 02:22 PM	#6
ldldb I roam there4 I am Location: Pasadena, CA	i can't wait to cross over to the orange side! a pale grey ostrich birkin in on my wishlist ...just have to wait till the chanel love affair passes first! __________________ "Since everything is in our heads, we had better not lose them." —Coco Chanel check out my blog: www.larkieatlarge.com

Sep 27th, 2008, 01:48 PM	#4
ItsMyWorld Member Location: USA	I don't want to start a board war here but aside from being two of the (much) higher priced designers, I don't really understand what they have in common. To me, the asthetic of Chanel are Hermes are vastly different (minus the Cerf from Chanel.) I likely won't own a Birkin just because it really isn't my style. I think it is beautiful and gorgeous but I don't see it as "me" right now... maybe in a few years but not now. I don't know. I don't feel as though you can really compare the two other than that they both have high prices (Hermes more so.) It just seems like in general, the look of them is going to appeal to different people. They both have such a distinct look.

Sep 27th, 2008, 02:56 PM	#7
Gerry Member	I guess that a lot of us just like high quality designer bags. For me, I was into LV first and tried a few Gucci next. Then, I skipped Chanel and plunged headlong into Hermes. I bought two Kellys,a Birkin, an Evelyn, a Trim,a Bolide,3 Picotins and one called a Malesherbes. Well, been there,done that and then discovered Chanel. To me, they are as different as day and night. The Birkin,in particular, is the one I like the least. It is miracle of exquisite craftsmanship and breathtaking to look at but I HATED using it. I think it looks really good when it is fastened properly and sloppy when it isn't but it is a HUGE pain to get in and out of. And I found it extremely heavy when I put my things in it. Lovely to look at but hard to use, for me. Chanel is much more girly and easy to use,in my opinion. Hermes is tough,equestrian and eternal,in my opinion. Chanel is chic,decorative and feminine,by comparison. Anyone agree???

Sep 27th, 2008, 03:01 PM	#8
chanelbaby Member Location: Alabama and London	If I won the lottery then yes I would get Croc Birkins in turqouise and another in pink I used to think they were too structured for me but am coming around to H now __________________ My 11 babies: 92? black vintage lambskin jumbo 02 Pink Olsen 05 Pink Valentine Chain 05 Red Valentine Chain 05 black lambskin mini classic 06 M White/Black Cambon Tote 06 Denim Cabas 06 Fabric patchwork flap 07 Perforated Union Jack flap 07 Dark Grey EW MC 07 Red EW with bijou chain

Sep 27th, 2008, 03:41 PM	#9
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Larkie, you don't have to switch over, enjoy both! I'll never own a Birkin or Kelly as I don't care for either of them. People loosely compare them because they're both VERY classic and very pricey. . . a lot of people start low and over time start to spend more and more. . . it's a natural path it seems for a lot of people. __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Sep 27th, 2008, 03:49 PM	#10
cammy1 Member	I dont own a Hermes- its not just the price that scares me- the style of them just does not appeal to me and as a young 20 ish woman- I just think its a little too 'old' for me personally.

Sep 27th, 2008, 04:17 PM	#12
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	I like the variety Chanel offers __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Sep 27th, 2008, 04:20 PM	#13
Lady Chinadoll Member	I prefer the look of Chanels. sorry H lovers - no offense :O Hermes makes me think of my granny.

Sep 27th, 2008, 04:20 PM	#14
chaneljewel Member	yes, I own both...Hermes is somewhat 'addictive'..it's the craftmanship of each piece I purchase. That's not to say that Chanel isn't great too...they're just different imo... Whenever I carry my Kelly bag...I feel like Grace Kelly...not anything like a granny...same goes for my Birkin!

Sep 27th, 2008, 04:20 PM	#15
daluu Member	i love hermes, but only as a "looker." i can't justify that price point and with the chanel price increases, it's getting hard for me to justify some of the chanel bags too.