Hey TPF'ers,
I just recently purchased a vintage Chanel maxi XL flap bag GHW, but the gold on the chain has tarnished. I didn't pay much for the bag, so I don't mind spending some money on pampering it. I would love to know if any of you have experience with getting new chains or having "old" ones re-gilded.
I'm really interested in knowing:
- would you recommend having it done at Chanel or at a bag spa?
- price?
- since Chanel no longer make the maxi XL flap bag, do you know if it's even possible to get a new chain considering the chain is larger than the one used for the other flap bags?
I'm really looking forward to reading your input!
I just recently purchased a vintage Chanel maxi XL flap bag GHW, but the gold on the chain has tarnished. I didn't pay much for the bag, so I don't mind spending some money on pampering it. I would love to know if any of you have experience with getting new chains or having "old" ones re-gilded.
I'm really interested in knowing:
- would you recommend having it done at Chanel or at a bag spa?
- price?
- since Chanel no longer make the maxi XL flap bag, do you know if it's even possible to get a new chain considering the chain is larger than the one used for the other flap bags?
I'm really looking forward to reading your input!