Experience with Chanel refurbishing/repair

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#1,576
Hi ladies

Just after some opinions. This bag is brand new, but after the second time using it, I noticed the stitches are pulling at the leather around the corners. Is this normal? I've been told it's unavoidable as the caviar is so hard, that when the needle goes through it, it can very slightly tear in tight corners

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#1,577
rosie85 said:
Hi ladies

Just after some opinions. This bag is brand new, but after the second time using it, I noticed the stitches are pulling at the leather around the corners. Is this normal? I've been told it's unavoidable as the caviar is so hard, that when the needle goes through it, it can very slightly tear in tight corners

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I believe this is normal
 
#1,578
Hi ladies,
I posted this on a sep thread but havent been getting replies. I bought this vintage chanel and underestimated the damage on the front. its lambskin. The leather and hardware is gorgeous everywhere else except this torn/pitted part.its so upsetting cause i was searching of this bag for ages. cant seem to find any threads showing that this sort of damage can be repaired. have any of you had any experience with this? Is there any hope of improving the appaerance significantly? please
 

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micj16 said:
Hi ladies,
I posted this on a sep thread but havent been getting replies. I bought this vintage chanel and underestimated the damage on the front. its lambskin. The leather and hardware is gorgeous everywhere else except this torn/pitted part.its so upsetting cause i was searching of this bag for ages. cant seem to find any threads showing that this sort of damage can be repaired. have any of you had any experience with this? Is there any hope of improving the appaerance significantly? please
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I believe Chanel only repairs bags up to 5 years old (rule they made in 2015 I think, but you should ask your local boutique). I think your best bet would be a 3rd party leather repair place. There are a loads of places specialized in repairing designer goods, just look for one in your area.

I've seen people do miracles on battered bags. There's a thread on the balenciaga subforum showing a total makeover of a bag that was stained and had badly cracked handles, looked as good as new afterwards. In comparison to that bag, yours is in much better condition.
 
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Hi Ladies,
Long time lurker, but first time poster. :) I'm popping in to rave about Leather Pros, who just restored a pink Chanel east west bag for me. Many thanks to all of you who recommended Leather Pros - it was an amazing experience and I couldn't be more pleased with the result. Mark was awesome to work with and transformed the old, dingy bag into what looks like a brand new purse. He even cleaned the exterior and the chain. I live in NC, so I had to ship the bag to CA, but Mark had it back to me within 2 weeks. I can't recommend him highly enough! I've included before and after pics so that you can see the transformation. Chanel front.png Chanel front side.png Chanel back.png Chanel new front.jpg Chanel new front side.jpg Chanel new back.jpg
 
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Hello, I'm hoping anyone can advice, so I have this steel and white premiere watch which was bought in a XS, it's super tight on me and I struggle to get it off, does anyone know whether it could be stretched? I don't think Chanel offers such a service. I'm not ready to part with it
 

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Diana07 said:
Hello everyone
I bought a chanel jumbo red lambskin classic flap in amazing condition and really want to dye it black. Do you recommend this or should I sell it?
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Why do you want to dye it if it's in amazing condition? Did you want a black one instead? If so then I'd suggest you sell it and get a black one. No matter how good the workmanship, Dyed leather will always alter the material. The resell value will also be affected if you dye the bag. Good luck.
 
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goheels83 said:
Hi Ladies,
Long time lurker, but first time poster. :smile: I'm popping in to rave about Leather Pros, who just restored a pink Chanel east west bag for me. Many thanks to all of you who recommended Leather Pros - it was an amazing experience and I couldn't be more pleased with the result. Mark was awesome to work with and transformed the old, dingy bag into what looks like a brand new purse. He even cleaned the exterior and the chain. I live in NC, so I had to ship the bag to CA, but Mark had it back to me within 2 weeks. I can't recommend him highly enough! I've included before and after pics so that you can see the transformation. View attachment 3644385 View attachment 3644386 View attachment 3644387 View attachment 3644388 View attachment 3644389 View attachment 3644390
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Wow!! That is an awesome job! Your bag looks beautiful. Can you share how much does it cost for a repair like that?
 
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goheels83 said:
Hi Ladies,
Long time lurker, but first time poster. :) I'm popping in to rave about Leather Pros, who just restored a pink Chanel east west bag for me. Many thanks to all of you who recommended Leather Pros - it was an amazing experience and I couldn't be more pleased with the result. Mark was awesome to work with and transformed the old, dingy bag into what looks like a brand new purse. He even cleaned the exterior and the chain. I live in NC, so I had to ship the bag to CA, but Mark had it back to me within 2 weeks. I can't recommend him highly enough! I've included before and after pics so that you can see the transformation. View attachment 3644385 View attachment 3644386 View attachment 3644387 View attachment 3644388 View attachment 3644389 View attachment 3644390
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The bag looks amazing! I just sent a WOC out to Mark. It's my first time using Leather Pros. Fingers crossed it comes back looking great.
 
#1,588
I need help!!! I accidentally stuck a sticker on my classic lambskin double flap and the colour came off with the sticker!!!! I'm so horrified when i see the colour could just came off like this!!! mine is a second hand vintage so I'm worried maybe because the bag is old so the colour could easily came off. What should i do?!

(im a new comer so not familiar with the rules here. If i have done anything incorrect pls let me know =)

[GALLERY=media, 2731]chanel discolouration by bforboyboy posted May 18, 2017 at 12:21 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 2730]chanel discolouration by bforboyboy posted May 18, 2017 at 12:21 AM[/GALLERY]
 
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goheels83 said:
Hi Ladies,
Long time lurker, but first time poster. :smile: I'm popping in to rave about Leather Pros, who just restored a pink Chanel east west bag for me. Many thanks to all of you who recommended Leather Pros - it was an amazing experience and I couldn't be more pleased with the result. Mark was awesome to work with and transformed the old, dingy bag into what looks like a brand new purse. He even cleaned the exterior and the chain. I live in NC, so I had to ship the bag to CA, but Mark had it back to me within 2 weeks. I can't recommend him highly enough! I've included before and after pics so that you can see the transformation. View attachment 3644385 View attachment 3644386 View attachment 3644387 View attachment 3644388 View attachment 3644389 View attachment 3644390
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Looks wonderful! Isn't Mark amazing? He's quick and his pricing is very fair, imo. Enjoy your bag!
 
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