I totally disagree, Chanel is a classic and it fits ladies of all ages
Chanel and Emily in Paris, results Chanel is an old lady brand.
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Well, new and pre-owned Chanel is selling like hotcakes and for high prices, so I think they'll take that "old lady" label and laugh all the way to the bank! 
Not to mention all the dupe or copycat style handbags, tweed jackets, jewelry, etc. even from some big and well respected brands trying to cash in on the Chanel aesthetic. Like anything else, if you don't like it I'm sure there's another brand out there for you.
Not to mention all the dupe or copycat style handbags, tweed jackets, jewelry, etc. even from some big and well respected brands trying to cash in on the Chanel aesthetic. Like anything else, if you don't like it I'm sure there's another brand out there for you.
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letgoandletgod
Chanel is timeless. My favourite piece is my 2.55 even though many told me it looked like an “old woman’s bag” as some have already mentioned that some people feel that way but they don’t in posts above 
Honestly, I’ve purchased various Chanel bags in the past decade, along with LV, Hermes, etc, and nothing makes me feel like a Chanel bag does. Chanel bags make me feel like a powerful, enlightened, yet compassionate person every time I pull one out to wear. They are timeless, just like both my grandmothers
I also have a beautiful history of Chanel 2.55 from all my research, will type it up on a post at some point for anyone who loves history. Happy holidays!
Honestly, I’ve purchased various Chanel bags in the past decade, along with LV, Hermes, etc, and nothing makes me feel like a Chanel bag does. Chanel bags make me feel like a powerful, enlightened, yet compassionate person every time I pull one out to wear. They are timeless, just like both my grandmothers
I also have a beautiful history of Chanel 2.55 from all my research, will type it up on a post at some point for anyone who loves history. Happy holidays!
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letgoandletgod
Well, new and pre-owned Chanel is selling like hotcakes and for high prices, so I think they'll take that "old lady" label and laugh all the way to the bank!
Yes!! It’s one of the few brands where certain bags increase in value over time
such a good point!Terms like “old lady brand” are offensive and show how ageist our society is. Elderly are among the last group of people it’s ok to be prejudiced against, and it’s really sad that’s the case. Personally, I’d rather be a classsy and refined “old lady” any day than one of those tired and fake Instagram influencers that buy and flip designer bags at whim to increase their follower base. Those young girls on Instagram wearing Chanel actually make me desire it less not more. Love seeing an older woman with depth and authenticity in Chanel. That’s what Chanel used to stand for when it was reserved for only the ultra elite. It’s everywhere now.
Yes that’s the sort of old lady I’d like to grow into...Not sure who is claiming that but I grew up and live in the south of France and Chanel has always been chic for the young and old. Nothing beats it except the understated (no twilly) Hermes bag.
Also if you knew what the “old lady” in France looks like, trust me you’d want to be that “old lady” everyday all day long!
I don't think Chanel is an old lady bag at all . It suits different ages and you can have personalized look with Classic Chanel Bags depending on your own style.
Chanel can be considered as an old lady brand because for most people ( including me ) I couldn't afford a Chanel bag in my early 20's. Usually , older ladies are more financially stable then younger ones and it's an older lady bag in that sense only.
In Paris , you see usually see Chanel bags with older ( mature ) ladies, as well in Germany you see a Porsche most often with older men!
For me , I'm in my 40's I can afford Chanel accessories (bags, shoes, etc) but Chanel clothings are over my budget.
Am I being too frank !
I don't think Chanel is an old lady bag at all . It suits different ages and you can have personalized look with Classic Chanel Bags depending on your own style.
Chanel can be considered as an old lady brand because for most people ( including me ) I couldn't afford a Chanel bag in my early 20's. Usually , older ladies are more financially stable then younger ones and it's an older lady bag in that sense only.
In Paris , you see usually see Chanel bags with older ( mature ) ladies, as well in Germany you see a Porsche most often with older men!
For me , I'm in my 40's I can afford Chanel accessories (bags, shoes, etc) but Chanel clothings are over my budget.
Am I being too frank !
I also think younger middle class Europeans enjoy experiences more than buying things. So they would ratchet spend their money on a trip instead of a handbag. At least that was my observation. When I was in my 20s and 30s and worked in an international firm, my European counter parts would go on ski trips with their bonuses and the American women we would buy another Louis Vuitton bag! We didn’t have the vacation time they had to go on trips so we spent our money on stuff. Lol!
I think it’s a matter of perspective.
Perhaps because of the price point older women were/are better able to acquire and wear Chanel, but that doesn’t mean younger women aren’t into Chanel.
Furthermore, if a 20-30 year old buys the Chanel, they will wear it til they die, so when you see tons of people in their third, fourth, fifth, sixth+ decade wearing Chanel, it makes sense that some people would associate it with old women.
It’s not like luxury cars are viewed as old lady/old man cars though. It’s a little annoying that women's products are generalized/scrutinized so much.
Perhaps because of the price point older women were/are better able to acquire and wear Chanel, but that doesn’t mean younger women aren’t into Chanel.
Furthermore, if a 20-30 year old buys the Chanel, they will wear it til they die, so when you see tons of people in their third, fourth, fifth, sixth+ decade wearing Chanel, it makes sense that some people would associate it with old women.
It’s not like luxury cars are viewed as old lady/old man cars though. It’s a little annoying that women's products are generalized/scrutinized so much.
I agree, as I said up thread my 20 yr old college student loves carrying mine and her friends carry them as well!
I slightly disagree with the car
We bought me a new car and one luxury SUV I wanted to look at, my DH thought was "too old" lol
I slightly disagree with the car
We bought me a new car and one luxury SUV I wanted to look at, my DH thought was "too old" lol
Chanel has been in service since 1910. It is not going anywhere.
I think H bags are for old ladies. Chanel bags are classic and trendy at the same time. That's why we love Chanel so much. They are classic and timeless and yet still fashionable.
Not sure who is claiming that but I grew up and live in the south of France and Chanel has always been chic for the young and old. Nothing beats it except the understated (no twilly) Hermes bag.
Also if you knew what the “old lady” in France looks like, trust me you’d want to be that “old lady” everyday all day long!
You nailed it. The older women in France are jaw-dropping chic. I love people watching in Paris and the French Riviera.
If somebody ever tells you that your favorite brand is for old ladies, please watch and wait - there is a very high probability one day you’ll find them wearing the exact brands they once hated on and tried to shame you for appreciating.
Totally. It is called the sour grape syndrome. I used to work with this lady who constantly rags on the fact I love my luxury bags. One in particular was my LVNF (I got it when I first came out). She told anyone who would listen that it was a waste of money to get an open tote like that, and guess who bought one a year later? Lol.