Celine price increase

[Chloe_concord]

See, I disagree - I think they have both. I think that Phoebe Philo has brought Celine back to the forefront and the quality of their bags far exceeds the quality of a lot of other designers.

Can't agree more. The quality of my Celine bags(new collection and pre-Phoebe ) all have excellent quality and didn't have any loose thread etc issues like some Chanel bags.
I guess it is just depends on the brand. Oh well, I think I can't afford more Celine mini luggage after all those price hikes so frequently.

 

[dreamlet]

That's the other thing I forgot to mention in the UK the Celine Luggage is now £1300GBP compared to the previous year when it was £1150GBP. It seems like a much smaller increase compared to the US? Strange.....

Interesting. That is a much smaller increase. Do you know if there is an upcoming price increase in the UK as there is (tomorrow) in the US?

 

[dreamlet]

See, I disagree - I think they have both. I think that Phoebe Philo has brought Celine back to the forefront and the quality of their bags far exceeds the quality of a lot of other designers.

Initially agreed with you. Part of what drew me to Celine was the impeccable quality and materials used. With some of the recent changes in leathers, I'm not sure I agree. I do not own a luggage with "new leather" but have seen them irl and didn't think they compared to the earlier season bags. Again, this is just my opinion. Time will tell if Celine is able to maintain or improve upon their quality, not diminish as some other brands have done once they achieve a certain level of prominence and popularity.

 

[baggirl007]

The increase makes me so mad! I remember when I wanted the boogie and I felt they were over priced. I agree for the look Balenciaga is worth it I also think Celine is more in line with Balenciaga then Hermes or chanel. I bought a black phantom and a black mini tonight from Barney's Sf. They said prices will increase tomorrow. I could not decide and I'm not paying any higher for this bag that should be 1650! I feel like they are making a huge mistake with the increase!!!

 

[iluvmybags]

You think that Celine's quality and reputation are comparable to Hermes?

IMO, quality is going backward. The new faux suede linings on the drummed leather bags is awful.

Initially agreed with you. Part of what drew me to Celine was the impeccable quality and materials used. With some of the recent changes in leathers, I'm not sure I agree. I do not own a luggage with "new leather" but have seen them irl and didn't think they compared to the earlier season bags. Again, this is just my opinion. Time will tell if Celine is able to maintain or improve upon their quality, not diminish as some other brands have done once they achieve a certain level of prominence and popularity.

While I'm not a fan of the new drummed leather, or the PL linings, that doesn't mean that they're not an excellent quality bag (and there are a lot of people who prefer the drummed leather because of its durability, and the PL linings because they're lighter weight than suede or leather) But the Smooth leather luggage with leather linings, the Envelope minis w/suede linings and the original Small Luggage bags were of outstanding quality - I'm also referring to other styles as well (as far as quality goes). The Trapeze, Phantom, Clasp shoulder bags, Classic box, The Drs satchel, Tryptique (sp?) - even the Cabas totes - the workmanship and details are impeccable. While they may not be everyone's cup of tea, there's no denying that the quality of those bags are outstanding. Just like Hermes, there's just a variation of leathers to choose from

 

[sarah7487]

To me, Celine is:

In terms of price-
More expensive than Balenciaga, Givenchy
Less expensive than Chanel, Hermes

In terms of workmanship-
Much better than Balenciaga, Chanel
Same as Givenchy
Not better than Hermes

I guss with the price increase, it kinda places Celine right in between Chanel and Balenciaga/Givenchy

 

[CaptainMandy]

To me, Celine is:

In terms of price-
More expensive than Balenciaga, Givenchy
Less expensive than Chanel, Hermes

In terms of workmanship-
Much better than Balenciaga, Chanel
Same as Givenchy
Not better than Hermes

I guss with the price increase, it kinda places Celine right in between Chanel and Balenciaga/Givenchy

It's a precise summary!

 

[Charmystique]

That's the other thing I forgot to mention in the UK the Celine Luggage is now £1300GBP compared to the previous year when it was £1150GBP. It seems like a much smaller increase compared to the US? Strange.....

For us in Singapore, we're paying one of the higher prices for Celine bags. For example, it costs SGD5,200 for a box bag, SGD3150 for a mini (after the price increase, before the price increase i paid SGD2800), and SGD3,500 for a phantom in the new stiff leather. Buying from HK or the US for us would mean a slightly lower price (say a few hundreds), but buying from the UK would be the most worth it I would say.

This is from what I know, and comparisons I have done on prices so far.

 

[CaptainMandy]

Here is to post some thinkings of mine..Actually Luggage has been existing for a long time much earlier than PP arrived at Celine. The price on mini was around US$800 / EUR 500 cheaper years ago (for sure, PP brought nouvelles, a complete series, like BOX, nano, micro, trio, etc..). PP made the brand revive, as everybody knows, and the Celine bags became fashion icon after BOX / MINI to be held by Editors / models during fashion weeks..

Concerning the real value of the bags, material and manufacturing way, honestly I dont think it (Mini) deserves price increase..while, compare 2 bags here..I got YSL cabas chyc in dark brown (big size) in Dec.2011, and Navy Blue mini - smooth leather days ago, they're similar size, almost same price, but YSL leather and manufacturing details is obviously better than Mini..While, BOX is another story..the leather used on BOX for me is almost equivalent to CHANLE classic, it worths the money...

Personally I dont think Celine (no matter how expensive it is or will be) is comparable to Hermes..Hermes is a forever classic..while Celine is fashion and chic..

 

[Syma]

You think that Celine's quality and reputation are comparable to Hermes?

IMO, quality is going backward. The new faux suede linings on the drummed leather bags is awful.

Definitely agree with this. I would prefer the smooth luggage with the leather lining over the drummed leather any day. Unfortunately they produced a lot of the new colours only in drummed leather which doesn't always leave you with a choice.

See, I disagree - I think they have both. I think that Phoebe Philo has brought Celine back to the forefront and the quality of their bags far exceeds the quality of a lot of other designers.

It was the quality of Celine for the price which bought me to the brand in the first place, however although a lot of people do say this the quality while excellent is not comparable to Hermes.

Interesting. That is a much smaller increase. Do you know if there is an upcoming price increase in the UK as there is (tomorrow) in the US?

Not that I have heard of so far, as the others have said we only just had the price increase to £1300GBP here. I recently received a stock list from Matches for their new Spring arrivals and the price of the mini is still £1300. I will definately update here if the prices go up.

To me, Celine is:

In terms of price-
More expensive than Balenciaga, Givenchy
Less expensive than Chanel, Hermes

In terms of workmanship-
Much better than Balenciaga, Chanel
Same as Givenchy
Not better than Hermes

I guss with the price increase, it kinda places Celine right in between Chanel and Balenciaga/Givenchy

I agree, as I mentioned before the price of Celine here is still very good in terms of the quality of the bag. In the UK the bags are nearly half the price of a Chanel jumbo and only slightly more expensive than Balenciaga. I would say it is along the price range of YSL, Prada, and Gucci leather bags and I have had bags from these companies fall apart on me after a few uses

For us in Singapore, we're paying one of the higher prices for Celine bags. For example, it costs SGD5,200 for a box bag, SGD3150 for a mini (after the price increase, before the price increase i paid SGD2800), and SGD3,500 for a phantom in the new stiff leather. Buying from HK or the US for us would mean a slightly lower price (say a few hundreds), but buying from the UK would be the most worth it I would say.

This is from what I know, and comparisons I have done on prices so far.

I totally agree, I have seen a lot of Asian customers buying their Celine from over here while on holiday. Some of the prices in Asia are ridiculous.

 

[Charmystique]

I totally agree, I have seen a lot of Asian customers buying their Celine from over here while on holiday. Some of the prices in Asia are ridiculous.

Yeap, the things desperate people will do for Celine. Me included. :shame: Think it actually might be more worth it to buy from the US or UK and get it shipped over. Sadly, even with exorbitant shipping prices, lets say a 100 bucks it's still cheaper than buying it from the store.

 

[bsufku]

Interesting. That is a much smaller increase. Do you know if there is an upcoming price increase in the UK as there is (tomorrow) in the US?

Celine@Harrods mentioned that there will be a price increase in Feb, I didn't ask for exact dates or prices for exact items though.....

 

[CaptainMandy]

I totally agree, I have seen a lot of Asian customers buying their Celine from over here while on holiday. Some of the prices in Asia are ridiculous.

Exactly, the price of luxury brands in most of Asian countries is much more expensive than Europe & US..Except HK where is tax free..e.g. Now in China, Celine had price increase weeks ago, and new price of Mini is 20000RMB = $3,175 / euro 2,439 based on current exchange rate..Crazy, no?!

 

[mollypete]

I think that the quality as far as construction/durability is great on all the minis, but being asked to pay the same for the drummed leather with fabric lining as for the amazingly tactile smooth leather with a leather lining is like an insult. It's interesting that no one has compared them to Bottega for quality; I think they're beautifully made. I have an intrecciato hobo that has absolutely zero hardward on the entire bag and it's tough as nails. I have another that does have hardware, which makes it heavier, but it's so resilient it's amazing. I also think that Chanel and LV are really well made, and I agree with whomever posted praise for the YSL Chic cabas; it's fantastic, as is the Roady. Prices for all of these vary widely, but in the end, don't we buy what we love more or less regardless (within reason, of course) of price? I mean really, can anyone seriously argue that getting a Chanel for $3800 is a bargain?! But I bet a lot of posters here have at least one.

 

[shopgirl bb]

I confirmed that there has just been a price increase of luggage in Hong Kong Celine as well !

I bought my cobalt micro smooth leather in Oct 2011 - HK$13,500
I bought another taupe micro grained leather in Dec 2011 - HK$15,000
Today, I am told that a micro luggage price has increased close to HK $18,000 !

I was offered a pink nano today but the price has put me off, it is now HK$15,000 !
Just last month, the vermillion nano being offered to me is HK$13,500
And not so long ago in summer 2011, the nano is only $10,500.

And a mini now price over HK$20,000 !


I am done with Celine .... might move back to H if Celine's price keep on increase at this rate. That's exactly what drives me away from Chanel