hello chanel-ies ... GST?

mjlover1977 · Aug 31st, 2008, 08:02 PM

Hello there ... im not a regular in this thread (alas i only have a mini flap

) ... but recently i cant stop thinking about the GST

I've read loads about it but just wanted to know if there was anyone on here that bought it and regretted it ... or didnt use it?

Thanks gals ... hope i can get more involved i this side of TPF

Julierose · Aug 31st, 2008, 08:52 PM

Hey MJlover! Welcome to the Chanel board, once you start hanging out there, you can become quite obsessed, it's a sickness! LOL

I LOVE the GST, I don't own it, but I have seen it, and also seen tons of pics, and it looks like a great EVERYDAY bag.

I am sure TPFers who own it will be giving you tons of advice on it!

Balto Bag Lady · Aug 31st, 2008, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjlover1977

Hello there ... im not a regular in this thread (alas i only have a mini flap

) ... but recently i cant stop thinking about the GST

I've read loads about it but just wanted to know if there was anyone on here that bought it and regretted it ... or didnt use it?

Thanks gals ... hope i can get more involved i this side of TPF

The GST was my second Chanel. It's bordeaux caviar and has silver hardware. I use it more often than any of my other Chanel bags. It fits so much stuff. Because it fits so much, it can tend to be heavy. So you have to go to a boutique with your regular bag -- including all it's stuff-- and try the GST. That way you will get a feel for it. It may not be the bag for you, but you will be smitten, I promise.
There have been a few people who have posted regret over the GST, mostly due to the shoulder straps not being well designed. It's a personal thing, and like I said, you've got to try it with stuff in it.
--Judy

--Judy

diamond_lover · Aug 31st, 2008, 09:20 PM

I just bought a GST during the Saks EGC Event and I love it! I got the black caviar with silver hardware, which is very shiny. The thing I like about it is that I can actually use this everyday for work. It is also big enough to fit my laptop I believe and can fit paper documents. I have the classic flaps but I would never carry them to work. Also, I personally do not find it heavy even though some members get tired schlepping it around. Right now, the bag is somewhat stiff and keeps a boxy shape so when it is on my shoulder, my arm sort of squishes it flat if I leave my arm dangling. I hope you decide to get one because i LOVE mine! Good luck and let us know your decision!

Swanky Mama Of Three · Aug 31st, 2008, 09:51 PM

it's a fantastic bag, a true classic. If it seems a little too big or heavy, you could always try the PST instead.

rainyjewels · Aug 31st, 2008, 10:22 PM

*raises hand*

yup, i bought it and now it just sits in my closet in its dustbag/box. i don't regret it per se, but i have many other bags that are just...easier...so when I walk into my closet every morning and mentally picture each bag, I tend to go for the others. I guess my main issue with it is that it's very bulky/heavy and unless you carry it a specific way (one strap underneath the other and pushed to the back) it constantly slips off. my shoulder often hurts after only carrying it for a bit, even when there's not much in there. yeah, ever since I got my balenciaga hobo, I've stopped carrying the GST. i take it out sometimes in the morning and then I'm like...nah....

jfhave · Aug 31st, 2008, 10:58 PM

I love it and it fits my lifestyle perfectly. I have little ones and it is a nice big bag with a lot of different compartments. My best friend has one too and she loves hers as well.

beljwl · Aug 31st, 2008, 11:33 PM

I LOVE the GST, I don't own it, but would LOVE LOVE LOVE to

sjunky13 · Aug 31st, 2008, 11:49 PM

Hi Betsey! You know where to find a gst, lol! You too can own one. LOL

mjlover1977 · Sep 1st, 2008, 02:09 AM

okay cool ... i guess i need to try one ...

losttiff · Sep 1st, 2008, 03:24 AM

love the look of GST but heard lots of people said it's too heavy and the handles keep slipping off. That's a pain so i got a PST and i love it. it's cute and roomy.

fabcloset · Sep 1st, 2008, 03:55 AM

Ladies would you know the current retail price of the GST? What about the PST?

missydarla · Sep 1st, 2008, 04:11 AM

i love gst! very nice bag and great for everyday. its big and its caviar so you dont need to worry sou much for scratches. a bit heavy though.....

sandysandiego · Sep 1st, 2008, 12:09 PM

I love the GST! I have it in 4 colors!

The current price is $2125 for the GST and I think $1450 for the PST

You might also consider the PTT (Timeless Tote)-see attached
This bag is super cute, quite a bit smaller than the GST

Lady Chinadoll · Sep 1st, 2008, 01:01 PM

great bag and perfect for everyday :)

Aug 31st, 2008, 08:02 PM	#1
mjlover1977 happily in love Location: Sydney, Australia	hello chanel-ies ... GST? Hello there ... im not a regular in this thread (alas i only have a mini flap ) ... but recently i cant stop thinking about the GST I've read loads about it but just wanted to know if there was anyone on here that bought it and regretted it ... or didnt use it? Thanks gals ... hope i can get more involved i this side of TPF __________________ my lil bag collection chloe silver silverado LV mono speedy 25 Balenciaga ink shoulder LV Amarante large cles Chloe tan paddington Chanel black mini flap Chanel black lamskin east west Balenciaga black GSH day Prada dark brown cervo lux medium tote miu miu metallic purple small matelasse MBMJ midnight terri Marc Jacobs black quilted banana hobo Marc Jacobs black icey little stam

Aug 31st, 2008, 08:52 PM	#2
Julierose New York City Location: New York City	Hey MJlover! Welcome to the Chanel board, once you start hanging out there, you can become quite obsessed, it's a sickness! LOL I LOVE the GST, I don't own it, but I have seen it, and also seen tons of pics, and it looks like a great EVERYDAY bag. I am sure TPFers who own it will be giving you tons of advice on it! __________________ ~Julie~ "When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it" ~Currently Chanel obsessed~ And I love my 3 dogs

Aug 31st, 2008, 09:51 PM	#5
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	it's a fantastic bag, a true classic. If it seems a little too big or heavy, you could always try the PST instead. __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Aug 31st, 2008, 10:22 PM	#6
rainyjewels eat me Location: NYC	raises hand yup, i bought it and now it just sits in my closet in its dustbag/box. i don't regret it per se, but i have many other bags that are just...easier...so when I walk into my closet every morning and mentally picture each bag, I tend to go for the others. I guess my main issue with it is that it's very bulky/heavy and unless you carry it a specific way (one strap underneath the other and pushed to the back) it constantly slips off. my shoulder often hurts after only carrying it for a bit, even when there's not much in there. yeah, ever since I got my balenciaga hobo, I've stopped carrying the GST. i take it out sometimes in the morning and then I'm like...nah.... __________________ Wishlist - Prada Antik Cervo Cacao hobo - CL Bronze New Simples - CL Python New Simples

Aug 31st, 2008, 11:33 PM	#8
beljwl Springsteen Fan!!!! Location: West Hollywood, CA	I LOVE the GST, I don't own it, but would LOVE LOVE LOVE to __________________ ATTN: SoCal members- If you would like an evite for our upcoming meet please PM me your email address Check out my collection at http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...on-356623.html

Aug 31st, 2008, 09:20 PM	#4
diamond_lover Member Location: NYC	I just bought a GST during the Saks EGC Event and I love it! I got the black caviar with silver hardware, which is very shiny. The thing I like about it is that I can actually use this everyday for work. It is also big enough to fit my laptop I believe and can fit paper documents. I have the classic flaps but I would never carry them to work. Also, I personally do not find it heavy even though some members get tired schlepping it around. Right now, the bag is somewhat stiff and keeps a boxy shape so when it is on my shoulder, my arm sort of squishes it flat if I leave my arm dangling. I hope you decide to get one because i LOVE mine! Good luck and let us know your decision!

Aug 31st, 2008, 10:58 PM	#7
jfhave Member Location: Florida	I love it and it fits my lifestyle perfectly. I have little ones and it is a nice big bag with a lot of different compartments. My best friend has one too and she loves hers as well.

Aug 31st, 2008, 11:49 PM	#9
sjunky13 send cash!!! Location: really out there man!	Hi Betsey! You know where to find a gst, lol! You too can own one. LOL

Sep 1st, 2008, 02:09 AM	#10
mjlover1977 happily in love Location: Sydney, Australia	okay cool ... i guess i need to try one ... __________________ my lil bag collection chloe silver silverado LV mono speedy 25 Balenciaga ink shoulder LV Amarante large cles Chloe tan paddington Chanel black mini flap Chanel black lamskin east west Balenciaga black GSH day Prada dark brown cervo lux medium tote miu miu metallic purple small matelasse MBMJ midnight terri Marc Jacobs black quilted banana hobo Marc Jacobs black icey little stam

Sep 1st, 2008, 03:24 AM	#11
losttiff Member	love the look of GST but heard lots of people said it's too heavy and the handles keep slipping off. That's a pain so i got a PST and i love it. it's cute and roomy.

Sep 1st, 2008, 03:55 AM	#12
fabcloset Member	Ladies would you know the current retail price of the GST? What about the PST?

Sep 1st, 2008, 04:11 AM	#13
missydarla CHANEL is love!!! Location: Las Vegas	i love gst! very nice bag and great for everyday. its big and its caviar so you dont need to worry sou much for scratches. a bit heavy though.....

Sep 1st, 2008, 01:01 PM	#15
Lady Chinadoll Member	great bag and perfect for everyday :)