CHANEL BOY

[DAMER]

I agree with one of the comments here that the boy and 19 are completely different bags. And agree that structure is why the boy has reached house signature status: because it retains its shape and beauty better, which affects value. I think when you start going for the mega expensive brands like Chanel, investment mindset comes into play whether directly or indirectly and bag structure is one thing to consider.

I got my new medium boy this year from a personal shopper. And it’s everything I dreamed about. It’s surprisingly very easy to lug around except that the strap falls off my shoulders (like my other bags lol). It’s also very versatile; can be worn on a casual stroll to a special dinner.

I was worried that it will be heavy and stiff like what some tubers are saying, but I find it particularly pliable; it’s just structured, not stiff. My boy is made in France.

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Which brings me to this question: any notable difference between France and Italy-made Chanels? Which one do you like the most?

Good question
When I was choosing my Boy, I was looking at the leather first and foremost (like most of us would do). If I recall correctly, at the time there were 3 Boys to choose from - 2 had a very shiny caviar and extremely puffy quilts and the third one was just right (in my eyes) - not too shiny but also not a dull caviar and not extremely puffy but also not flat quilts. The third Boy was just perfect (matter of personal preference of course as a lot of people prefer very shiny leather and extremely puffy quilts) and as luck would have it - it was made in France and the other 2 were made in Italy. I went with my preferred choice of leather and having it made in France ended up been a lovely bonus.

 

[bagloversha]

Congrats on your new bag! Oh so lovely!!!♡

 

[zaraha]

Buy whatever makes your heart sing, don’t buy these luxury items due to popular demand or what others think of them. Because at the end of the day you will be the one wearing it or enjoying it. I added these 2 recently. I think chanel boy “structured” look is what drew me to this style. I hope It will keep its shape for many years to come. I missed out on original version when it came out. Plus this square shape seems more unique, clean and sleek. It was love at first sight. I perfer this size over old medium. Boy Mini Chain length tad big longer than old medium when worn cross body, also it doesn’t look so bulky, maybe due to compact size. I love them! I will use white one lot more in during summer , with cute summer dresses, pale pink color outfits and such. These will be my grab and go to bags… it will hold my essential similar to classic rectangular mini ( face mask, small sanitizer, phone and keys, and little more but I don’t carry much now a days). Chanel 19 and Boys are two different styles ( one is slouchy and other is structured). Our taste changes over time… just go with the flow, again my opinion shouldn’t count lol. It matters how you feel.

 

[boarbb]

Just got mine! It’s a pre-loved old medium black calfskin with RHW. I wanted a brand new small black Caviar with GHW or a calfskin with RHW but waited forever… started looking at the pre-love market and decided to get an old medium instead and I’m glad I got the old medium size

 

[annnnnn_s]

I definitely think it's worth it! I love my boy bag. I also like how the bag can be worn three ways. View attachment 5034059

I'm looking to buy the Small Boy in this colorway for my 30th! Is it difficult to find? - Never bought Chanel before. Thanks!

 

[catchingfireflies]

I'm looking to buy the Small Boy in this colorway for my 30th! Is it difficult to find? - Never bought Chanel before. Thanks!

Happy early birthday!! I'm not sure if dark grey is a current color this season. I do think you will be able to find a dark neutral when you walk in. Or have an SA help you source one! Upload pics when you get it!! My small boy is one of my favorite bags

 

[katreena23]

Hello ladies!
Do you think the Chanel boy bag is still in fashion or has it been replaced by maybe the 19 bag? Is it worth buying a boy?

Love the boy over the 19! The 19 looks too trendy for me

 

[cassie62]

Love the boy over the 19! The 19 looks too trendy for me

I just bought a boy 3 months ago in the caramel caviar. Very hard to get -reserved ahead of time - I have 2 SA’s in different states and they told me boys are still popular. Unfortunately my medium boy was $5900 as this color came out after the last increase. Now my SA says the boy and the 19 will be having another increase!!! I doubt Chanel would keep increasing a bag that is not in demand.

 

[ARMCANDIES]

Major congrats on becoming a homeowner. Shopping for a new bag is so much fun, especially if it’s a dream Chanel. I am not an authentication, but I would be very careful with the above bag. I think it is not authentic, but you should post in the authentication thread or get it authenticated by a professional service. If the deal is too good to be true it probably is.