My first Chanel bag? Which style better!?
Many girls dream of owning a Chanel bag. So how do you choose your first Chanel? Here we have compiled a list of 7 of the most popular Chanel bags. We believe there is one that you will love!
The Classic Flap is the newer version of the 2.55, which was revamped in 1983. In recent years, the price of CF has been rising rapidly ! Highly recommended if you don’t have a budget!
Black gold or black silver can be chosen according to your preference. The lambskin gold Hardware is more to the retro side, while the caviar calfskin with silver buckle is a more modern alternative - more stylish and trendier. If it's hard to decide between the two, I would recommend the black and silver caviar calfskin version which is more suitable for everyday use and the grained effect to the leather is more durable and less delicate than the lambskin.
There are seven different sizes in the CF range, the most popular being medium, small and mini, and we recommend the medium CF as the best choice for commuting to work or for a dinner party. There is not much difference between the small and medium sizes, but the small is more casual and the medium can hold up to formal occasions. Considering that the small size is regularly out of stock, the medium size will arrive for you faster!
The Chanel 2.55 was designed by Coco Chanel herself in February 1955, hence the
name, and is an iconic Chanel model. "Whether I carry it or not, I can't live without the 2.55 in my wardrobe, just as the West can't live without Jerusalem!” The 2.55 is the only Chanel bag that has spanned several decades and is still a hit! Always out of stock in the boutiques, it's classic and vintage! This bag leather becomes more and more durable with age, very recommended for all the elite women in the workplace.
The BOY series, which follows Chanel's iconic diamond pattern, can easily give people the illusion of a "vintage bag", but in fact it was born not long ago, in the Autumn/Winter 2011 collection. This bag is practical and versatile, with a square shape that is unisex and can be carried in a variety of ways, from crossbody to shoulder to double chain. The cowhide leather it is crafted from is very durable, so you don't have to be so ladylike when carrying it, and it is very hard wearing. We recommend the classic black - a chic piece for the cool cover girl! Small is cute, medium is practical!
The 2019 Chanel 19 bag is named in tribute to the iconic 2.55 bag created by Mademoiselle Chanel in February 1955! The Chanel 19 features: an enlarged and glamorous oversized diamond stitching with diamond embossing, a new interpretation of a classic element; a colour blocked leather chain + leather top chain shoulder strap, which adds practicality while retaining the classic elements; a classic double C logo clasp with a leather chain design, which is both classically recognisable and chic!
The leather chain with double C logo is a personalised version of the 19 collection, with soft lines and supple leather that looks puffy and casual. The more you look at it, the more you love it!
Named after Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel, the Hobo Bag is a tribute to Coco's work. Inspired by the telescope cases used by European gentlemen on horseback, the bag is a perfect example of the 'vibrancy' that the House of Bonheur has brought to the bag, unlike the 2.55, which is so sophisticated.
The leather of this bag has its own crease effect and is extremely hard-wearing. It is also known as the 'tramp bag' because it looks like it could be used to carry pots and pans on the go. As a star item in the Chanel family, we recommend young girls get this model as their first Chanel.
This new bag from the 22nd year, which resembles a "rubbish bag", was initially criticised by everyone, but it did not affect its popularity at all. It has been criticised by some and loved by others. This year, it has become one of Chanel's top six gold pieces, and its price on the second-hand market has gone through the roof! It's probably more of a practical bag than it is beautiful, so as a first Chanel bag, I recommend it also to the younger generation! The black gold chain and matte leather make it a great choice for young girls!
The Coco Handle is one of Chanel's rising stars and is a great choice for a first Chanel. It is a classic model designed by the old master himself, which is both vintage and timeless! From its birth in 1983 to the present day, it is still the most sought-after bag in the house of Coco.
Back in the 1980s, the Coco Handle even conquered Princess Diana! This bag is named after Coco and is one of the few Chanel bags with a handle. The small handle design is multi-purpose and can be used for girls, business, or leisure.
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