The Medium Classic Flap is the most over rated bag. It holds very little and it can't go cross body unless you are very tiny. People think they need one and later find out its not useful at all unless you go out alot for dinner.
What are some of your unpopular Chanel opinions?
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Totally agree. I bought into the hype until I actually tried one and found that even with editing what I carry, it was still too small. And this was years ago when I actually carried less!
- I don‘t get the hype for the mini, I don‘t think it‘s as good value as people make it out to be.
- Gabrielle > Boy, I think the Gabrielle design is really something new and creative while still being very wearable. Don‘t have one myself so I cant really speak on comfort etc.
- I don‘t mind the dressed down look with a classic flap, can be done really well imho.
- I don‘t like the Jumbo. Especially the black one with GHW. For some reason it seems outdated to me, probably because Lauren Conrad has it and i associate it with her/late 2000s. I don‘t like how low it sits when worn single strap and it‘s too big looking when worn crossbody.
- Gabrielle > Boy, I think the Gabrielle design is really something new and creative while still being very wearable. Don‘t have one myself so I cant really speak on comfort etc.
- I don‘t mind the dressed down look with a classic flap, can be done really well imho.
- I don‘t like the Jumbo. Especially the black one with GHW. For some reason it seems outdated to me, probably because Lauren Conrad has it and i associate it with her/late 2000s. I don‘t like how low it sits when worn single strap and it‘s too big looking when worn crossbody.
My unpopular opinion is that seasonal bags are not cheaply made and are absolutely worth the price. Not everyone wants to wear the same classic as everyone else. A little originality is important too.
Also everyone complains the WOC is too small. It is supposed to be small and fit only a few things. That is the entire point.
Also everyone complains the WOC is too small. It is supposed to be small and fit only a few things. That is the entire point.
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I don't get the WOC. A wallet is something you put in your bag. It's made to store money and cards. Not money, keys, a phone and a lipstick.
In my head I use a bag to finish my outfit. That is not some quick grab 'n go that only fits my essentials. Why not take a minibag instead? To each their own, but I'll never get used to it.
In my head I use a bag to finish my outfit. That is not some quick grab 'n go that only fits my essentials. Why not take a minibag instead? To each their own, but I'll never get used to it.
This thread is so entertaining!!! lol. Here's mine:
-The jumbo double flap in caviar is NOT HEAVY. It's just annoying to get in and out of.
-Chanel makes ugly shoes (except for the ballerina flats and espadrilles).
-Chanel classic flaps are not everyday bags. If i'm going to spend that much money on a piece, it will definitely not be a workhorse bag. That's what LV and Balenciaga are for.
-The jumbo double flap in caviar is NOT HEAVY. It's just annoying to get in and out of.
-Chanel makes ugly shoes (except for the ballerina flats and espadrilles).
-Chanel classic flaps are not everyday bags. If i'm going to spend that much money on a piece, it will definitely not be a workhorse bag. That's what LV and Balenciaga are for.
-I don't like the WOC -- I think they're cute but impossible for me -- it is a wallet
-I don't like the BOY -- too bulky, I'm also afraid stuff will spill out of the sides
-I actually love a lot of the costume jewelry just wish it was priced a little more in line with what it is -- costume jewelry -- that was the point of Coco Chanel's idea, women wearing lots of chunky costume jewelry so you're not dripping in expensive stuff -- was supposed to be quirky and more ********ic and not a conspicuous display of spending too much money on adornments (maybe this isn't an unpopular opinion?)
-I love a lot of the seasonal bags -- why not? You find something you may never see again
-Love hate with Gabrielle -- I love that it is unisex, I love a somewhat structured hobo, not crazy about how the leather slouches over the solid bottom, love the tweeds, cannot figure out which size (small? medium?), love/like the chains but sometimes don't (?) often it's just based on how someone styles it. Always want one and resist because of my schizo reaction to it
-I don't like the BOY -- too bulky, I'm also afraid stuff will spill out of the sides
-I actually love a lot of the costume jewelry just wish it was priced a little more in line with what it is -- costume jewelry -- that was the point of Coco Chanel's idea, women wearing lots of chunky costume jewelry so you're not dripping in expensive stuff -- was supposed to be quirky and more ********ic and not a conspicuous display of spending too much money on adornments (maybe this isn't an unpopular opinion?)
-I love a lot of the seasonal bags -- why not? You find something you may never see again
-Love hate with Gabrielle -- I love that it is unisex, I love a somewhat structured hobo, not crazy about how the leather slouches over the solid bottom, love the tweeds, cannot figure out which size (small? medium?), love/like the chains but sometimes don't (?) often it's just based on how someone styles it. Always want one and resist because of my schizo reaction to it
Would love to see your single jumbo flap! I am debating one now! Is it heavy? Can you wear crossbody?
I don't love reissues...they aren't structured enough for me.
I don't love the 19 bag...same reasoning...but somehow it is growing on me? lol
I think the Deauville non-leather totes are cute but way overpriced for a fabric bag.
I love the Tweed jackets, but I think in general Chanel RTW is ridiculously overpriced so I won't buy.
I don't love the 19 bag...same reasoning...but somehow it is growing on me? lol
I think the Deauville non-leather totes are cute but way overpriced for a fabric bag.
I love the Tweed jackets, but I think in general Chanel RTW is ridiculously overpriced so I won't buy.
Gabrielle in medium size is the most practical and versatile Chanel bag - I have 3 of them
Mini is oh soo over rated, it never managed to win my heart - I do admit that I have one
Medium CF is the second most over rated bag after mini - I do have one in my collection though
Mini is oh soo over rated, it never managed to win my heart - I do admit that I have one
Medium CF is the second most over rated bag after mini - I do have one in my collection though
Mini is not classic. Only the double flaps are classic.(might be more of a fact than an opinion) when discussing classic flaps, minis should be excluded.
Chanel 19 is tacky. Chunky chains, pillowy look - all very trendy ATM and i wonder how long this will last.
Fabric Deauvilles are WAY overpriced.
Lambskin over caviar. A black caviar jumbo in gold hardware is so safe and boring.
Chanel vanity case bags are gorgeous.
Chanel 19 is tacky. Chunky chains, pillowy look - all very trendy ATM and i wonder how long this will last.
Fabric Deauvilles are WAY overpriced.
Lambskin over caviar. A black caviar jumbo in gold hardware is so safe and boring.
Chanel vanity case bags are gorgeous.
I’m with you on this! I don’t have the same bag with same size. I try to have different kinds and they are all in different colors lol
I don’t really like most costume jewelry because they can look kind of cheap. I don’t know if it’s just me. They look nice as decor for flat lay photos though.
1. Black caviar looks like somewhat a little dull of dark gray to me.
2. Chanel Chevron-quilted flap bag looks like YSL. Don't know who copied who.
2. Chanel Chevron-quilted flap bag looks like YSL. Don't know who copied who.
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