What are some of your unpopular Chanel opinions?

[louise_elouise]

I'd say:
- wearing a Chanel bag does not automatically mean style
- Chanel has really lacked in creativity lately. I so wish the brand would experiment outside of quilting and pearls as another poster said
- ...maybe make the bags a bit more rare? I worry Chanel is becoming as common as LV. No disrespect to LV (which I love) but Chanel is another tier

 

[phishfan]

I'd say:
- wearing a Chanel bag does not automatically mean style
- Chanel has really lacked in creativity lately. I so wish the brand would experiment outside of quilting and pearls as another poster said
- ...maybe make the bags a bit more rare? I worry Chanel is becoming as common as LV. No disrespect to LV (which I love) but Chanel is another tier

Agreed! I think some people take “a Chanel bag makes any outfit look good” too literally...

 

[Lalaloopsy12345]

Agreed! I think some people take “a Chanel bag makes any outfit look good” too literally...

That’s so me. I wear sweatpants with a Chanel bag. Lol haha. But in all fairness, since I’ve had kids, I find it’s hard to get dressed “normal” unless I’m on vacation, but I do like using a nice bag regardless. I’ve recently discovered cashmere sweatsuits those are cozy chic and look great with Chanel.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Chanel sunglasses are trashy

I kinda agree, even tho I own a few. They are so heavy and gives me a headache.

I adore pretty sunnies and have a collection of designer sunnies that I adore - but no Chanel. None of the styles have made me want to buy so far, but I certainly would have been open in the future.

So, I’m curious when you two say “trashy” - are you saying tacky or they aren’t great quality?

 

[luckylove]

ok... unpopular opinions:

Years and years ago, "seasonal" bags and runway bags were very high quality (much better quality than some of the recent collections). To me, they were preferable to a classic flap which seemed a bit dated and matronly when I was younger.

I will take a lambskin or aged calfskin bag over caviar any day of the week.

 

[FashionForwardChick]

I adore pretty sunnies and have a collection of designer sunnies that I adore - but no Chanel. None of the styles have made me want to buy so far, but I certainly would have been open in the future.

So, I’m curious when you two say “trashy” - are you saying tacky or they aren’t great quality?

great question!!! I mean tacky

 

[TeeCee77]

- I like silver hardware more than gold hardware
- I like the reissue more than CF
- I feel that CF makes me look like an old lady when I dress it up and it looks like a fake bag when I dress casually
- Most Chanel jewelry looks tacky
- I don't get the hype around the 19 bag, to me it looks too puffy like a big pillow and that big chain and chain logo look tacky. Also the bag is way too big and looks strange in most people

All of this! Amen!

 

[Sparkletastic]

- I like silver hardware more than gold hardware
- I like the reissue more than CF
- I feel that CF makes me look like an old lady when I dress it up and it looks like a fake bag when I dress casually
- Most Chanel jewelry looks tacky
- I don't get the hype around the 19 bag, to me it looks too puffy like a big pillow and that big chain and chain logo look tacky. Also the bag is way too big and looks strange in most people

Ok. See. I’m a little irritated at you for saying what I didn’t know want to say. I love my classic flaps but they do feel like the elder statesmen in my collection. LOL! Heck, all my Chanels do which is why I’ve (for the most part never say never) stopped buying Chanel. But, I love them, tho. Visually. Not as much to wear. What to do?

great question!!! I mean tacky

got it.

 

[bisousx]

The slides from recent seasons look like they’re fresh out of the flea market

 

[amandacasey]

The classic flap in medium looks terribly matronly

 

[aksaiyo]

Beige Claire is a weird and unflattering color, especially on shoes. It’s supposed to flatter like a nude shoes while the black cap top cuts off the length, but i think it’s too pale and yellow to flatter most people. 18S dark beige would be a good color.

 

[ElectricBoots]

My very unpopular opinion is that I don’t understand having multiple bags in the same size or similar color. I do love seeing people’s collections that feature many of the same bags and subtle variations in colors, but I would personally feel overwhelmed by having duplicates and having to choose which to use.

I totally agree. I can understand having a few bags in the same/ similar color particularly a neutral but it seems to be the thing now to have 100 bags in light pink/ beige/ white and I do not get it! My collection is pretty varied however to be fair almost all my clothes are black

 

[Kitties Are Cute]

The Gabrielle is so unstylish and doesn’t align with (what I feel are) the aesthetics of the brand.

The boy only looks good in the small size.

I really want to like silver or ruthenium hardware, but on most bags except black, they just don’t look as good as gold.

I will only buy a classic flap with gold hardware if it’s the older kind with real gold in the plating. I’d rather buy this used vs. new just to have the real gold, and I like the real gold tone better.

I don’t have any, but I actually really like jersey bags. Especially the vintage flaps, the gold stands out so much on them and they seem so light. I also like that this was the fabric Coco originally designed the flaps in.

The WOC isn’t a bag and if it’s your only Chanel, might as well save up for a flap bag which is still ridiculously priced, but more worth it than a wallet for nearly $3k.

 

[cynics_love_critics]

Thought I’d do mine!

- I absolutely cant stand the new 19 Bag, it reminds me of a pillow you’d put on a sofa and not in a good way

- Also can’t stand those new Velcro sandals... like I get they’re a trend but they just look bizarre to me

- Feel like the ballerinas and espadrilles are overrated. I own the espadrilles and while they’re comfy, I don’t find them to be anywhere near as comfy as the fabric-style sneakers, and I’m not even a sneaker person Like they’re good for what they are but they’re definitely not a must-have first designer pair of shoes like every fashion blogger seems to suggest.

- Not a fan of caviar leather classic flaps, especially in black. I just think lambskin looks so much more luxurious. I get that the caviar is more durable but I find that specifically in the classic flap it just makes the bag look cheaper. I’m a uni student though so for everyday wear I’m using a tote, so I definitely see why others prefer caviar for that.

- I like the unique look of the chain belts but I also feel like they would look bizarre with a more formal/dressy outfit, and kind of like something a belly dancer would wear with a more casual outfit I’ve never had a chance to try one though... it seems we sell out fast where I live.

 

[lulilu]

I don't like the quality of boy bags. I really wanted to like them when they first came out. i got on the list and got one and returned it -- don't like the quality of the fabric interior, the inside of the flap scratches easily (the new one had scratches) and it seems as if the flap is pleather covered cardboard. I loved the look of the early one that had chains on it, but have seen a used one recently and it was all squashed up.
I do love them on others, so no offense meant.