How do you store your Chanel Handbags?

[alxyoung]

If you store the bag on it’s back, the weight will put pressure on the quilts, causing them to soften—or “deflate.” Best to store your bag upright, out of its box, and with the chains wrapped, which is what Chanel.com also recommends.

 

[stephbb9]

If you store the bag on it’s back, the weight will put pressure on the quilts, causing them to soften—or “deflate.” Best to store your bag upright, out of its box, and with the chains wrapped, which is what Chanel.com also recommends.

So I guess it could also deflate at the base if standing?
It’s a no win situation then…

 

[Swanky]

Mine all been sitting on their bottoms for years and are fine. The softer totes without structure, obviously are squishier at the bottoms, but I have them all stuffed and sitting.

 

[stephbb9]

Mine all been sitting on their bottoms for years and are fine. The softer totes without structure, obviously are squishier at the bottoms, but I have them all stuffed and sitting.

Mine have been on their back in boxes for years too and are ok. Should I change them then?

 

[alxyoung]

So I guess it could also deflate at the base if standing?
It’s a no win situation then…

It depends what style you’re referring to. Classic flaps have flat bottoms, so not something you have to worry about. The boy is also rigid. I don’t own a 19 so can’t recommend a solution.

 

[Swanky]

Mine have been on their back in boxes for years too and are ok. Should I change them then?

I think if what you're doing is working, why change it!

 

[PurseCloset]

I put them on their back. I haven’t noticed anything. Most of my bags are caviar.
I don’t see why they would deflate though as they seem very rigid. I never even think it was possible.
However if you put them standing without the box I could see why the bag would sag as it ages and becomes softer if you use it a lot, especially lambskin.
I have heard that rotating from standing to upright can help. Not sure?
Depends on the space you have in your closet!

Thanks for sharing
Guess rotating the bags upright or lying on the back are good options for now

 

[calypsodc]

I've stored my bags on their backs for more than 10 years in their boxes, haven't noticed any "deflating" in the quilting. But my bags are either caviar or calfskin so I guess they aren't as delicate? And I'm pretty certain my reissues won't be able to stand up on their own without falling over or leaning (which leads to other worries like creasing in corners and edges, etc)

 

[Souzie]

Upright, on display shelves. Never had a problem...

 

[alxyoung]

You can find Chanel’s guidance on Chanel.com or the app. Your SA should also be able to provide recommendations on specific styles.

 

[cocobutter123]

I usually store mine in a box too

 

[Farkvam]

Has anyone tried storing their Chanels on their side? I saw that suggested a couple times by companies like Leather Surgeons.

The reason I am trying this (starting today) is because it causes distance between the chain and the leather, which is a good thing. I tried tucking my chain inside the bag, but it damages the side of the inner flap. I saw someone one YT mention tucking the chain inside the bag damaged their inner flap as well...

My vintage is quite advanced in years and the lambskin is obviously from a delicate batch, so I am careful to find a storage method (especially for the chain) that won‘t cause long-term damage to the bag.

 

[PurseCloset]

Has anyone tried storing their Chanels on their side? I saw that suggested a couple times by companies like Leather Surgeons.

The reason I am trying this (starting today) is because it causes distance between the chain and the leather, which is a good thing. I tried tucking my chain inside the bag, but it damages the side of the inner flap. I saw someone one YT mention tucking the chain inside the bag damaged their inner flap as well...

My vintage is quite advanced in years and the lambskin is obviously from a delicate batch, so I am careful to find a storage method (especially for the chain) that won‘t cause long-term damage to the bag.

I do that with my caviar classic double flaps, ie instead of letting it stand upright, I have it lying on its side with the flaps open. I will have the chains either lying outside of the bag or tuck it inside at the opposite side of the bag .
This seems ok for the caviar which is sturdier but when I tried storing this way for my vintage lambskin moon (single) flap ( which is definitely softer leather) , the sides seemed to have formed creases n wrinkles so I stopped doing that n have it standing upright now . Of coz this manner, may cause creasing on its base but it's better than the sides creasing. I don't want it lying down n risk deflating the quilts.

 

[Swanky]

Has anyone tried storing their Chanels on their side? I saw that suggested a couple times by companies like Leather Surgeons.

The reason I am trying this (starting today) is because it causes distance between the chain and the leather, which is a good thing. I tried tucking my chain inside the bag, but it damages the side of the inner flap. I saw someone one YT mention tucking the chain inside the bag damaged their inner flap as well...

My vintage is quite advanced in years and the lambskin is obviously from a delicate batch, so I am careful to find a storage method (especially for the chain) that won‘t cause long-term damage to the bag.

Laying them on their sides could take up quite a bit of room if you have a sizable collection. I store my chains in the bag and haven’t had any damage, if I noticed any, I’d wrap them in felt first, then tuck them in.

 

[Farkvam]

Laying them on their sides could take up quite a bit of room if you have a sizable collection. I store my chains in the bag and haven’t had any damage, if I noticed any, I’d wrap them in felt first, then tuck them in.

I can try that, thanks!