Plus their lack of changing the bags is why some of the fakes are so good that authenticators won't even authenticate via photo. I've seen high end fake flaps and boy bags that are identical to the real ones. It's wild.
What are some of your unpopular Chanel opinions?
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RTW prices have gone through the roof. Lots of customers aren't buying.
Interesting thread indeed! And I find myself agreeing to quite a number of them (their jewellery and overpricing!). SOme of my opinions are :
1) I dislike the boy design. I really don't see the appeal.
2) I prefer vintage Chanel flaps more as I find the newer ones feels plasticky and cheap. i have been wanting to get new flaps but am put off everytime i touch the new ones.
3) I prefer flatter non puffy quilting more.
4) The new mini flap chain is cheap looking and feels so light. The mini is my favourite size but can't seem to find the one I like. I end up with WOCs instead, which i feel is a must in every wardrobe!
5) I hate the two tone hardware done on the Chanel 19, which is otherwise a nice looking bag. It made it seem too busy.
6) I think their ballet flats are totally worth it as they are my fave pair of shoes and super comfy without having to break in. Patent toe caps are a must.
I'm still a huge fan but I don't think i will be buying anymore bags at retail price. (Maybe just the small vanity bag! Am dying to get my hands on that bag!). I'm just attaching a photo of some of my vintage Chanels below (Two of them are over 30 years old, which is really impressive so i highly recommend getting preloved flaps) Only my WOCs are new.
1) I dislike the boy design. I really don't see the appeal.
2) I prefer vintage Chanel flaps more as I find the newer ones feels plasticky and cheap. i have been wanting to get new flaps but am put off everytime i touch the new ones.
3) I prefer flatter non puffy quilting more.
4) The new mini flap chain is cheap looking and feels so light. The mini is my favourite size but can't seem to find the one I like. I end up with WOCs instead, which i feel is a must in every wardrobe!
5) I hate the two tone hardware done on the Chanel 19, which is otherwise a nice looking bag. It made it seem too busy.
6) I think their ballet flats are totally worth it as they are my fave pair of shoes and super comfy without having to break in. Patent toe caps are a must.
I'm still a huge fan but I don't think i will be buying anymore bags at retail price. (Maybe just the small vanity bag! Am dying to get my hands on that bag!). I'm just attaching a photo of some of my vintage Chanels below (Two of them are over 30 years old, which is really impressive so i highly recommend getting preloved flaps) Only my WOCs are new.
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Actually... you are gonna pay a lot more to get real pearl necklaces in the same size as the chanel glass pearls. Of course, it all depends on the pearl type & quality. Before Barney closed, I went and scored a set of beautiful golden south sea pearl necklace + earrings and you will not want to hear its price even after the discount lol! The faux pearl necklaces are okay if the price is below 2k usd, which they usually are. Not to mention some of them go on sale so you can get them with like less than 1k. The problem is most of the time, the designs are boring and unattractive.
I don't like leather-lined bags.I know, they're super luxurious but it kills me how scratched up mine always end up. I'm so OCD about that stuff... I prefer bags with carefree canvas lining. For this reason I am more attracted to seasonal flap bags that look classic-ish than actual classic flaps.
Re: investment bags, I'm one who likes to buy "investment bags." It's not because I can't afford them... it's because I get tired of bags, fast, and being able to sell it without taking a huge loss makes me feel a lot better about the occasional impulsive shopping. I'm under no pretenses that they are actual investments like stocks or real estate though.
I agree with your point re 'investment'. Given the price of these bags it's good to know you can get good return should you wish to sell/buy something else. I don't expect to get more than I paid but it's nice not to take a big hit!
My unpopular thoughts.
1. The recent quality issues with Chanel (likely due to mass production) has me doubting the brand’s luxury status.
2. Due to #1, I do not want Chanel to engage in e-commerce. It would only worsen this issue.
3. I hate aged/brushed GHW. I like the 19A mini reissue in shiny GHW.
1. The recent quality issues with Chanel (likely due to mass production) has me doubting the brand’s luxury status.
2. Due to #1, I do not want Chanel to engage in e-commerce. It would only worsen this issue.
3. I hate aged/brushed GHW. I like the 19A mini reissue in shiny GHW.
Same here. I never understood why so many like it. Its just boring.
Boy bags: ugly and bulky... I really don’t like this style. It’s not sleek.
Iridescent leathers: tacky
Gabriella bags: I actually don’t mind the mini size. The larger ones look too disheveled for me.
Camellia designs on bag: tacky
19 flap bags: ugly
Mini squares: I think the shape is ugly. And I don’t like how a lot of them will bulge out on the sides. It makes it look like what you’d find at counterfeit stores.
Chanel wallets with quilted designs. I think the quilts make it look too puffy which make it look bulky. Not sleek.
Iridescent leathers: tacky
Gabriella bags: I actually don’t mind the mini size. The larger ones look too disheveled for me.
Camellia designs on bag: tacky
19 flap bags: ugly
Mini squares: I think the shape is ugly. And I don’t like how a lot of them will bulge out on the sides. It makes it look like what you’d find at counterfeit stores.
Chanel wallets with quilted designs. I think the quilts make it look too puffy which make it look bulky. Not sleek.
I agree that camellia design on bags, wallets, and pouches is tacky
Can someone please define their interpretation of the word tacky? I think the word is being overused and abused on this forum.
I hate caviar leather and think it looks cheap. Sorry?
Wanting them to sell bags online.
Not selling online pre-Covid was one thing. We are in a different world now... And since they now sell some stuff online they do engage in internet commerce (previously they said they did not engage in internet commerce) - so why not really do it and put everything online? In for a penny, in for a pound.
When I contacted them on their ‘live chat’ feature, they said it’s all about Customer Service, which is in the boutique. But for those of us a few hundred miles from the nearest boutique that isn’t helpful. And to me customer service is about serving/helping the customer – and that means helping online. Even if it was only ‘til the boutiques open again that would be a start.
Not selling online pre-Covid was one thing. We are in a different world now... And since they now sell some stuff online they do engage in internet commerce (previously they said they did not engage in internet commerce) - so why not really do it and put everything online? In for a penny, in for a pound.
When I contacted them on their ‘live chat’ feature, they said it’s all about Customer Service, which is in the boutique. But for those of us a few hundred miles from the nearest boutique that isn’t helpful. And to me customer service is about serving/helping the customer – and that means helping online. Even if it was only ‘til the boutiques open again that would be a start.
To me a word “tacky” means a mix between cheesy and corny. However, I may not be totally right or accurate as English is not my primary language. Would love to hear what native English speakers think.