Hello! I have a question that I’m hoping someone would help me with.. I have a pair of earrings from Chanel that were gifted to me years ago (more than 5 years), I haven’t been wearing them because the rhinestones dropped out… anyone has any clue if the boutique would help to replace the stones or do they stop servicing after a while (how long?). Thanks very much in advance!
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Hi, NG750 is the light pink from 22P. I bought that WOC in Berlin in February (It was pre-reserved for me). There is no way those are coming back in June, I think what you're SA is saying is that new light pink items are coming with the upcoming collections. The colors will be slightly different though. You might still have a chance at the 22S WOC, I don't know if that one is completely sold out or could be ordered somewhere still.
From what i heard chanel is going to start charging for these replacements, around $100
So, Business of Fashion is reporting this morning that as Chanel’s sales have soared since the pandemic and after several price increases, they’re expanding to open new stores restricted to longtime customers only, in order to “protect” their in store experience. Does anyone else find it infuriating that spending $10k on a bag still makes you a have-not, just because it’s your first time?
My thoughts are, the rise of social media makes all these designers so popular and more successful than in years past. I’m not surprised that sales have increased even during pandemic. I’ve heard people justify price of a new bag vs not being able to take a vacation. What’s happening is all premier designers are having a large increase in one-timers or the occasional purchaser who has saved up for that dream bag.
As for the new VIP boutiques.. not infuriated the least bit. Yes $10k is a lot to spend on a bag but I think some forget that there are clients that not only purchase a bag every season, but are purchasing numerous pieces from RTW and fine jewelry every quarter - and those mixed and expensive purchases are what put their spending history consistently at TENS of thousands of dollars every quarter, hitting $100k if not more a year.
The best analogy I can give is going into Cartier and buying the popular LOVE or JUC bracelet and wanting to be treated as a VIP. While all should be treated with respect and hospitality, the true VIPs in reality are the regulars, who are looking at pieces costing $100k+ each.
I am not a VIP by any means by the way…
Hi all!
This is my first Chanel bag purchase. I just realized that there’s different types of caviar? Was wondering if mine is shiny or matte? This photo is taken as is with indirect natural light. If I bring the bag with no light then there’s no shine but if I bring it to a light fixture or in the sun directly then it’s shinier than this photo. I’m leaning towards more shiny caviar but not to the point where it looks plastic like some. What are your thoughts on my bag. Should I exchange it or you think it looks fine. The leather isn’t super soft but it’s not super rigid either.
This is my first Chanel bag purchase. I just realized that there’s different types of caviar? Was wondering if mine is shiny or matte? This photo is taken as is with indirect natural light. If I bring the bag with no light then there’s no shine but if I bring it to a light fixture or in the sun directly then it’s shinier than this photo. I’m leaning towards more shiny caviar but not to the point where it looks plastic like some. What are your thoughts on my bag. Should I exchange it or you think it looks fine. The leather isn’t super soft but it’s not super rigid either.
Forgot to ask if my caviar soft? It feels smooth and not rough? Is that better? How would it hold up? I only have a few days left to return or exchange. Any comments would be appreciated! Thanks!
Forgot to add. Sorry for mutiplw questions! Is the caviar suppose to be the same on the inside? Mine feels soft on the exterior but harder and rougher on the inside?
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My honest opinion is that if the finishing doesn't bother you and you don't have any major concerns about it's quality, then keep your bag. I just exchanged 2 bags because of size preference and when I obtained the right size, it had popped stiching. So I exchanged for a 3rd bag, but it has its own issues. It's not as shiny as the one before it and it was the first thing I noticed, but I decided to settle for the less shiny one because it had other fewer quality issues. There is no perfect piece.
Mine doesn’t flow with the front and back. Neither does my mom’s or her vintage pieces. Hope that’s helpful!
Ah thank you so much for the info! Is the caviar you have like soft and smooth? I guess mine isn’t rough but I can feel the slight texture but the caviar itself isn’t protruding out as much as I usually see online. It’s such an expensive bag so I want to be more certain that the quality I have is fine.