Are people really no longer wearing their Chanel bags because others (mostly strangers) stare at them and whisper?

[jimmyshoogirl]

I noticed it a lot as well on youtube. In fact I haven’t noticed that Hermes Birkin, Kelly or Constance bags have had the “too much attention” sticker attached to it the way Chanel bags have, even though they are more expensive as well. I think @pinksandblues mentioned this too.

Which is funny because I get more attention from my Birkin than any of my chanels. I think people think Birkin and kelly is more discreet but i dont think it is. I dont need a logo to recognize those handles or shape even with it turned around! I read something (can’t remember what) that said the birkin was the most recognized bag in the world lol.

 

[lani15]

Which is funny because I get more attention from my Birkin than any of my chanels. I think people think Birkin and kelly is more discreet but i dont think it is. I dont need a logo to recognize those handles or shape even with it turned around! I read something (can’t remember what) that said the birkin was the most recognized bag in the world lol.

It’s very recognizable. Hermes isn’t much of my style but it’s a beautiful bag, I couldn’t deny it.

 

[mliLV]

Im also afraid of getting robbed because of my Chanel bags. I live in NYC. That would be the only reason that I am hesitant to wear my Chanel bags. Now that the medium classic flap is over 10,000, it makes me nervous carrying around something that is worth that much money. I am also very mindful of where I carry my Chanel bags. I will also try to discretely cover the logo sometimes.

 

[lani15]

Im also afraid of getting robbed because of my Chanel bags. I live in NYC. That would be the only reason that I am hesitant to wear my Chanel bags. Now that the medium classic flap is over 10,000, it makes me nervous carrying around something that is worth that much money. I am also very mindful of where I carry my Chanel bags. I will also try to discretely cover the logo sometimes.

I’m in NYC. I’d definitely stick to Manhattan and the nicer parts of the outerboroughs.

 

[daisygrl]

I’ve been seeing this sentiment pushed on youtube and even on TPF. Are people really allowing the opinions and looks of strangers to dictate whether or not they will carry and wear their bags?

Some people are saying that the impending recession makes them look and appear vapid when others are barely able to cover their bills or put food on the table. Unfortunately, that’s not really your issue or business to worry about. Yet, I’m seeing that many Chanel owners feel this way and believe it’s their duty not to make others feel bad and to make them feel more comfortable (by not wearing the bag or any of their items out).

I can understand the reason being a safety concern (personally, I’m not saying I’d wear my CF out in just any particular area). The reason why I and everyone else purchased the bag is because we liked it, wanted it and were able to afford to purchase it.

I can’t imagine spending what I did on my bag to never wear it out or hide it in unknown and invisible bags because other people might stare. People will always feel a way about something but you can’t do anything about or control that. You also shouldn’t let that stop you from enjoying the things you work hard to indulge in as well.

I’m not going to stop wearing Chanel out. I live in one of the bigger cities in America, so I see luxury purses, shoes, coats and clothing on an every day basis, even on the subway here (from brands like Moncler, Loewe, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Dior and Hermes). You tend to see a little bit of everything here.

Have you stopped wearing your Chanel for the aforementioned reasons I’ve listed above that other Chanel owners have mentioned? If not, are you going to continue to purchase and wear them out? I feel like Chanel brings out the worst jealousy, envious attitudes and straight up hate from people (who I believe would purchase it if they could).

I’d like to know your thought, thanks!

If I worried about what people think of me or my bags, I would be institutionalized by now (I am not, I swear ). I am a bit more mindful of the areas (safer vs. not so safe) to where I wear my bags but as far as triggering/not triggering people with my bags due to income differential, I do not have tolerance or patience for that. If you wear a Target bag, wealthy people will whisper. If you wear an expensive bag, people with less financial flexibility will whisper. People whisper. That is what they do. Let them.

 

[pinksandblues]

If I worried about what people think of me or my bags, I would be institutionalized by now (I am not, I swear ). I am a bit more mindful of the areas (safer vs. not so safe) to where I wear my bags but as far as triggering/not triggering people with my bags due to income differential, I do not have tolerance or patience for that. If you wear a Target bag, wealthy people will whisper. If you wear an expensive bag, people with less financial flexibility will whisper. People whisper. That is what they do. Let them.

I also feel people will “whisper” and glance at the bag. Think about it for maybe 2 whole seconds, then go back to thinking about themselves. It’s rarely that serious, IMO!

 

[FlairBear]

I wear only a subset of my bags out with family, so I do hide a majority of my bags with them. I don’t disclose my entire collection. One cousin mentioned that she had looked up my bag up and commented how much it was. I have had a few acquaintances (friends of friends) and also ex-coworkers comment about a Chanel bag I was wearing, somewhat negatively. But, I know it is mainly out of jealousy. I wear my bags out freely and openly when I go out out with non-family who don’t know me or whose judgement I really don’t care about or when I am with two other girlfriends who I know have a decent Chanel collection as well. Only a handful of people plus purseForum understand my designer bag obsession.

 

[bagsamplified]

In an ideal world, no one should feel the need to adjust what they wear based on the thoughts of others. I don't think we live in such a world, and I'd adjust lol.

In particular, my friends in the city come from all walks of life; that includes some who were laid off recently, and some who were scraping by to begin with. Although they would never want to make me feel uncomfortable for my fashion choices, and they heartily cheer on my career successes, I have no interest in wearing anything that makes them feel uncomfortable, including bags that now look like they cost ten thousand dollars(!)

A Chanel bag is just a bag, a piece of fashion. Being considerate to my friends and having a good time together means a lot more to me.

I agree with you, I would hate to make my friends or company feel uncomfortable.

 

[bb2m]

Also in NYC (well, live in JC, close enough ), and I don't think too much about carrying around Chanel either. Especially when you've got Canal St fakes everywhere. Not gonna lie, sometimes I catch myself staring at a Chanel bag because it looks a little off and I'm trying to figure out if it's fake or not.

 

[chocobo124]

Why would you? People can judge you based on all sorts of things - age, race, clothes, shoes, jewlery, plastic surgery, voice, the list goes on, and we can't control that. Haters will always find something to hate about you. We pay lot of $$ for these bags and I'm going to enjoy them and maximise cost per wear!

 

[sylvivia]

Have your friends mentioned that they feel uncomfortable with you wearing your bag or are you just assuming it makes them feel uncomfortable?

That's a great question, thanks for asking it. I do think at times we can make assumptions about others when they themselves aren't concerned.

My friends have never told me they're uncomfortable with Chanel. However, the first time I wore a My Perfect Mini, several of them recognized and commented on it, and one of them looked at my purse before looking down and quietly nudging her bag further beneath the table ( ). She has great taste in bags that suit her own style, and due to her family circumstances, cannot afford the types of bags that I carry.

There are a number of small occurrences like this that, added together, make me aware that my bags may be making those I love feel uncomfortable. At the end of the day, that doesn't make me happy personally. Bags are for bringing us joy, and right now, my joy is greatest with IYKYK bags, which have designs just as lovely to me. (I've really been enjoying some of the quieter bags from Celine and Hermes recently!)

I do definitely agree that people say this discomfort comes more with Chanel than other brands, as Hermes and Celine are still not inexpensive by any means—I suspect that might have to do with Chanel's recognizability and relative flashiness.

 

[canto bight]

I don't care what people think about me, but as a highly sensitive person, I do very deeply care about how I make other people feel so there is a time and a place were I feel comfortable wearing Chanel. I am way more comfortable wearing Chanel than LV or Hermes though.

 

[chocobo124]

I just wanted to clarify that even though I have no problem wearing my Chanels despite the current economic outlook, I most likely wouldn't be wearing them when volunteering at the local homeless shelter or meeting up with a friend/family member who'd just lost their job and struggling with finances.

 

[purseaddict2021]

I wear my Chanel bags when I am out with accompany, like my friends/husband. I dont wear it if I go out alone running errands….
I wear my LV backpack or Chloe tote on the daily basis LOL

 

[FlairBear]

I just wanted to clarify that even though I have no problem wearing my Chanels despite the current economic outlook, I most likely wouldn't be wearing them when volunteering at the local homeless shelter or meeting up with a friend/family member who'd just lost their job and struggling with finances.

Agree. I think in terms of making people feel uncomfortable, most of your friends or family know or can probably guess your financial situation given your job, house, car etc. They would know that you are not intentionally wearing it to show off or make them uncomfortable... that it is just your style or that luxury is just your thing, your interest. That’s why I usually wear the same bags, since some of my friends and family have different lifestyles and financial situations. I am sensitive to that. I am sensitive in that situation.

I have a cousin who I know can afford it given their house, their jobs, their investments, businesses, etc. They have probably put so much money into a $2 million dollar fixer upper. One day while complaining about a contractor she was having problems with, she went into the manager’s Facebook and screenshot pictures of her carrying Birkins. She was so upset with her and her contractor husband who took 9 months to redo the pool. In frustration and anger, she sent me the photos and was conplaining and *****ing about them saying look at her with all those Birkins etc. I had to tell her that I had one and I would like to get one or two more, lol. Obviously, she felt a bit embarrassed but then ended it saying, I would never spend that much money on purses. For that reason, I only wear a few in front of her.