What are some of your unpopular Chanel opinions?

[war_bunny15]

My unpopular opinion: why on earth are people buying the teeny tiny plastic bags that come in whimsical, kid's toy like shapes and don't fit anything? I'm sure apart from not being able to store anything in them, they look heavy and cumbersome to carry and maintain. It's like if I strapped a Chanel classic chain on a plastic toy from 'toys r us'. And that perfume shape bag... please no.
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[SDC2003]

My unpopular opinion: why on earth are people buying the teeny tiny plastic bags that come in whimsical, kid's toy like shapes and don't fit anything? I'm sure apart from not being able to store anything in them, they look heavy and cumbersome to carry and maintain. It's like if I strapped a Chanel classic chain on a plastic toy from 'toys r us'. And that perfume shape bag... please no.
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I think the guitar is even worse.

 

[meenakshi]

People who say they "only buy vintage because it's better quality" are not telling the whole truth. You would buy new if they were 5k instead of 10k. They hold up a lambskin bag with flat quilts and creases and go on and on about how the hardware is gold plated. Ok but what about the rest of the bag?

absolutely on point!

 

[MeredithP1]

The eyeshadow quads suck. They don’t have much pigment and don’t show up on my skin.

 

[lani15]

Agreed. I’d never buy second hand simply because as you say, even the most trusted authenticator can be wrong. Buy from boutique only to be absolutely certain on authenticity.

Plus you can’t be the experience of buying in the boutique (champagne, typing the bow, carrying the Chanel paper shopping bag, etc)

 

[citylight88]

1) I don’t want water, champagne, an apple, nor a biscuit when I shop. I don’t plan on being there for hours so please don’t offer me brunch/lunch. If I was thirsty or hungry I would have drunk/ate before I entered the store.

2) Their costume jewelry, other accessories, scarfs, hats, and mittens can be found at Wal-Mart. They are tacky and definitely over priced.

3) SLG’s are beautiful and should not be looked at as wasting money. You need something to put your financial cards in, change, and money regardless of what handbag you have.

4) The classic flaps are gorgeous but not worth the price.

5) Their packaging is horrendous minus the camellias and gross grain bow. Their bags and shoeboxes feel like cheap cardboard and their tissue paper could use an upgrade. It’s like sandpaper. I expect better quality materials when one is spends thousands at a store.

6) I don’t like people giving SA’s gifts. Do you give the people who take your mortgage or water bill gifts? No! So please stop it. It’s not genuine at all.

7) This is a general comment about handbags but I hate straps. They take away from the bag itself and makes your clothes look wrinkled/bunched up. Carrying an slg pouch or a top handle handbag looks so classy.

8) Most people use all luxury brands as status symbols.

9) Their ballerinas with bow look horrible. I just want to cut them all off.,

Lol Hilarious ! This made me laugh

 

[DoRaePEET]

Chanel WOC is a bag that destroy itself by the upper zipper on the lid.

 

[GoAheadLilly]

Bizarre take.

There certainly are people who are disingenuous about why they buy what they buy. But, your perspective is really limited.

All vintage isn’t worn out. Lol! I and many others only buy pristine when we buy preloved Chanel bags.

And while I’m happy to buy new when a bag speaks to me, 90% of my Chanels are preloved because 1) I prefer the quality of construction & hardware 2) I prefer older features such as single flaps, bijoux chains, etc. 3) I’m not a big Chanel fan overall so they aren’t the centerpiece of my wardrobe.

Also, I’m a jewelry girl. So, when I spend $10k or more on something fun for my wardrobe, it’s going into fine jewelry - not a handbag. This past weekend I spent $50k on 3 pretty pieces and no bag would have made me happier.

So, different strokes for different folks.

Can I ask what you chose for your $50K Jewlery pieces?

 

[skodkomlosmo]

Can I ask what you chose for your $50K Jewlery pieces?

I think the small and medium bags are overrated. They aren’t big enough to carry anything. Jumbo is the best size and I just bought my first maxi. Boys bags are my next favorite, definitely more practical than medium classic flap.

 

[GoAheadLilly]

I think the small and medium bags are overrated. They aren’t big enough to carry anything. Jumbo is the best size and I just bought my first maxi. Boys bags are my next favorite, definitely more practical than medium classic flap.

Oh thank you!! I meant Jewlery - you mentioned you bought 3 pieces for $50K 😄 so wanted to see what tickled your fancy
I’m in the market for my first Chanel - wanted to do medium CF but…. Hmmmmm. Maybe jumbo. Can I dress it up? For events ?

 

[ButchChanel]

Coco Neige is designed by interns (as is Beach)

 

[SDC2003]

Coco Neige is designed by interns

the designs are really quite awful. Really Chanel needs to stop making clothes for Gen z. Little floral designs on pajama type pants and tops. Skimpy dainty tops and dresses and they want how much? Loud Chanel logo emblazoned across an ugly sweater pattern. They are uglier than ugly Christmas sweaters. This is harsh yes but enough already. I miss Karl.

 

[880]

Unpopular opinion:

Karl made his share of ugly, unwearable clothing lol .

I’ve been a Chanel RTW client since 2001, and I found VV had some very nice classic pieces scattered in the mix

Not a fan of overly logo-ed either

 

[ant23]

A deflated “gold plated” Chanel bag with scratched to the nines is the sadest thing on earth. How do you even think it is luxury after a certain point? You just bought a sad beaten up bag and let’s be fair you still overpaid for it. All for vintage but at least choose a quality piece because even the “old Chanel is better Chanel” can not be seen on a bag like this , you are just being delusional.

Others I believe said it before, gold plated is not SOLID GOLD , a lot of vintage Chanel defenders seem to mix the two, which shows people don’t understand **** and just follow like mass. Also gold plating depending on use, doesn’t seem to last more than 2-4 years max from what I read. Just look at gold plated jewelry. So probably that bag you think it has gold on it…think again.

 

[EdgyBagsPlz]

I visited the original Chanel and I've gotta say... the current clothing underwhelms me. As my husband remarked on his own while looking at them, "It looks like they made suits for Jackie Kennedy and just never moved on from there." They're all just... fuddy-duddy, boxy, old-fashioned looking clothes to me, with one or two rare exceptions. I'm sure if they're tailored to your body they can look really nice, but... just not my vibe.