Love Chanel classics. There are so many superb classic styles and I love collecting them all. However, a few are in my mind "classics of the classics"
For me, the classic Chanel "must have classics" are:
Just for kicks, here are what I personally consider "extended classics":
Though I was able to check off the Camellia brooch off my must have classics list with the lucky encounter of "the ultimate camellia" brooch (I'm not trying to be dramatic, that's the name of the brooch)... it certainly was classic for sure (I mean, come on, look at the name ) I always still wanted to also have a different classic camellia additionally.
So while I wasn't obsessive about it, the passive search was always continuing in the background waiting to encounter the perfect one(s) to snap up. I sure don't "need" it, but always thought it would be so nice to encounter the right one(s) though...
See? I love Chanel camellias
For me, the classic Chanel "must have classics" are:
- Classic Flaps (reissue 2.55 and timeless classic styles)
- Tweed - more specifically, the Little Black Jacket (LBJ)
- Two tone sling backs in beige with black toe caps
- Pearl strand necklace & CC pearl earrings
- Camellia brooch
Just for kicks, here are what I personally consider "extended classics":
- Chanel cashmere cardigan with contrast trim
- Combat boots
- CC brooch in classic simple styling and trim
- Small CC crystal stud earrings
- Boy bag
- Mini O-case
- Classic flap style card case
Though I was able to check off the Camellia brooch off my must have classics list with the lucky encounter of "the ultimate camellia" brooch (I'm not trying to be dramatic, that's the name of the brooch)... it certainly was classic for sure (I mean, come on, look at the name ) I always still wanted to also have a different classic camellia additionally.
So while I wasn't obsessive about it, the passive search was always continuing in the background waiting to encounter the perfect one(s) to snap up. I sure don't "need" it, but always thought it would be so nice to encounter the right one(s) though...
See? I love Chanel camellias