CHANEL CHIT CHAT Thread!

[dodocat]

Does anybody have a bag in iridescent calfskin? I just ordered a Reissue 226 in black iridescent calfskin w/ SHW from Yoogi's Closet, and it looks really nice... but I'm afraid it might be too shiny. I will have to wait to see it in person.

But does anyone know how it would wear? I only saw iridescent calfskin mentioned in one other thread, and people were saying that it's hard to maintain.

 

[LucyMadrid]

Hello ladies!! I am thinking about getting a Chanel Timeless medium in black caviar. I own this model in lambskin but it is quite delicate. I'd use the caviar bag more often and keep the lambskin for special occasions. What do you think? Would it be a waste of money buying the same model in caviar? It is only that I love Timeless and don't want to damage the lambskin one! I've read about caviar leather as a very lasting one.

 

[SomethingGoodCanWork]

I have this exact same black flap cardholder in lambskin. I've had it for 1.5 years now, and I definitely see some wear on the corners and on the surface itself (and I don't even use it all the time). My caviar classic flap (2 years old), on the other hand, shows NO wear at all.

I'm okay with the wear because lambskin feels so nice, but it really does show. In a few years, who knows how it will look... probably decent, but it won't be like caviar.

Thank you! I was guessing as much but I've seen a few youtubers complain about caviar as well so thought I'd ask here. The flap cardholder with the back pocket that I already have is in calfskin and seems really sturdy, actually. Hopefully I'll find another cardholder in calfskin or I'll look around for one in caviar.

I love the flap cardholder model! It's gorgeous as well as hugely practical, my favourite combination . I have only the one so far but can see myself owning more if I can find the right colours and hardware.

 

[LucyMadrid]

I have this exact same black flap cardholder in lambskin. I've had it for 1.5 years now, and I definitely see some wear on the corners and on the surface itself (and I don't even use it all the time). My caviar classic flap (2 years old), on the other hand, shows NO wear at all.

I'm okay with the wear because lambskin feels so nice, but it really does show. In a few years, who knows how it will look... probably decent, but it won't be like caviar.

Well friends, I have found an answer here. I've made my mind up to keeping the lambskin bag for special occasions and buy the caviar one to be used more often. Thank you!

 

[lovieluvslux]

Smart choice. My lamb is more fragile at the flap opening. I love it so much, I am keeping for special outings.

 

[buonobi]

I've just bought a 2.55 bag with RHW~love it..
It's so elegant..!!!!
Anyone loves RHW too??
I heard many people love GHW instead..
Also, GHW always won in "2.55 GHW vs RHW" post !!!

 

[English1221]

I've just bought a 2.55 bag with RHW~love it..
It's so elegant..!!!!
Anyone loves RHW too??
I heard many people love GHW instead..
Also, GHW always won in "2.55 GHW vs RHW" post !!!

Me! It’s the next one on my wishlist! But really can’t bring myself to pay the store price now! Which size did you get? I already have the medium classic flap so I want to get a 227 size for versatility and functionality but 227 seems way too big to be chic in the standards now

 

[buonobi]

Me! It’s the next one on my wishlist! But really can’t bring myself to pay the store price now! Which size did you get? I already have the medium classic flap so I want to get a 227 size for versatility and functionality but 227 seems way too big to be chic in the standards now

i bought 225 (original size) in black.
I’ve tried the large size, it’s very nice too!
How tall are you? I think it’s not big at all.
Is your CF in black ghw? If so, reissue in black Rhw is a great choice too! different hardware is needed! :*
Maybe you can buy the original size in different color. I saw one in navy is so gorgeous.
My SA said the price may increase in May/June...take them earlier if you really want!
One CF + one reissue = perfect

 

[English1221]

i bought 225 (original size) in black.
I’ve tried the large size, it’s very nice too!
How tall are you? I think it’s not big at all.
Is your CF in black ghw? If so, reissue in black Rhw is a great choice too! different hardware is needed! :*
Maybe you can buy the original size in different color. I saw one in navy is so gorgeous.
My SA said the price may increase in May/June...take them earlier if you really want!
One CF + one reissue = perfect

225 size is great! I would get it if I didn’t have a ML classic flap already. And yes, my CF has gold hardware (vintage, plated with 24K gold) so I would totally get a RHW one in the future

 

[zazzle415]

I've just bought a 2.55 bag with RHW~love it..
It's so elegant..!!!!
Anyone loves RHW too??
I heard many people love GHW instead..
Also, GHW always won in "2.55 GHW vs RHW" post !!!

The 2.55 with RHW is going to be my first Chanel purchase. I love how understated and classic it looks at the same time. I get why a lot of people are drawn to GHW though, and the gold really does pop when paired with the 2.55. I had briefly considered the gold, but after trying both on, and RHW is still what makes my heart sing. It seems more my vibe.

 

[zazzle415]

My SA said the price may increase in May/June...take them earlier if you really want!
One CF + one reissue = perfect

Another price increase?? T_T glad I will be getting my 2.55 next month. I’m looking at a black in the 225 size. Bag twins very soon! How are you liking your new bag? I have a feeling I won’t be able to stop wearing mine.

 

[buonobi]

Another price increase?? T_T glad I will be getting my 2.55 next month. I’m looking at a black in the 225 size. Bag twins very soon! How are you liking your new bag? I have a feeling I won’t be able to stop wearing mine.

Maybe they won't increase the price.. My SA said they guess so... T_T
I can't stop using it, but u know we still need to rotate bags. lol
Most of my bags are GHW..but 2.55 with RHW is too elegant match with jeans/dresses perfectly.
225 is really a good size for me, quite roomy IMO. 226 is a bit heavy for me. (my weak neck..)
the aged gold chains of 2.55 are too loud/yellowish on me..(still very pretty!! too poor to get both!)
Bag twins waiting!

 

[zazzle415]

Maybe they won't increase the price.. My SA said they guess so... T_T
I can't stop using it, but u know we still need to rotate bags. lol
Most of my bags are GHW..but 2.55 with RHW is too elegant match with jeans/dresses perfectly.
225 is really a good size for me, quite roomy IMO. 226 is a bit heavy for me. (my weak neck..)
the aged gold chains of 2.55 are too loud/yellowish on me..(still very pretty!! too poor to get both!)
Bag twins waiting!

Thanks for the mini review and for sharing a pic! Your bag looks so beautiful, and love how versatile it is. I’m even more excited now to finally get mine. 2 more weeks

 

[nicole0612]

I absolutely love the 225 also. The size is perfect, it’s so light to carry but fits more than M/L CF due to being less structured. I stopped wearing mine for quite awhile and brought it out about 2 weeks ago and have now been using it every day! I forgot that it transitions so well from work, to shopping, to dinner, to the park with my little one.

 

[graci3]

Thanks! I have noticed that creasing/wrinkling occurs very quickly around the area where the flap opens in the Lambskin minis. Does the wrinkling get worse every time you open the bag, essentially? And does anyone have any experience with their caviar forming a patina? I've heard that caviar can get glossier and start to look more like the Lambskin with use due to the transfer of the natural oils from your hands. In an ideal world, I could keep this little beauty for 15 years and pass on to my daughter. I'm not one to sell bags. Once I make the decision to buy them, they are mine forever! (muahahahaha!)

Reply to an old post but in case anyone else was wondering..

I just bought a preloved mini and it’s very well taken care of. Actually it doesn’t have much creasing where it opens. The noticeable creasing is in the side panels. If this would bother you, maybe go with caviar.