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Chanel Archives - All Things Luxury- The Luxepolis Magazine

All Things Luxury- The Luxepolis Magazine

Tag: Chanel

  • 5 Most Iconic Chanel Bags Of All Time

    5 Most Iconic Chanel Bags Of All Time

    Chanel’s bag history officially began in 1929, when Coco designed her first, ultra-iconic 2.55 prototype.

    Since then, Chanel has released a wide range of handbags that have made appearances in movies like Breakfast at Tiffany’s and have been carried by famous celebrities as well as Princess Diana.

    Chanel handbags are more than just fashion pieces; they have now become assets for investment! The following Chanel bags are the ones worth the investment the most!

    2.55 Chanel Flap Bag

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    Chanel 2.55, A.K.A. The Original Chanel Shoulder Bag is easily the most iconic Chanel bag of all time and probably one of the best investments you could make. The classic 2.55 featured this famous flap and its iconic quilted leather, which is now synonymous with Chanel bags!

    Chanel Boy Bag

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    Introduced in 2011, meaning that it is pretty recent, Chanel’s Boy Bag was named after Coco Chanel’s lover Arthur Capel, whose nickname was “Boy.” Structured and minimalist chic, there is no doubt it is worth the investment!

    Chanel Jumbo Double Flap Bag

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    Maxi flap, medium flap, mini flap, any flap! The Chanel Black Quilted Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag is a more sophisticated and modern version of the original. The bag features the iconic quilt design and also has the CC as the turn lock closure.

    Chanel Grand Shopping Tote

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    The Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Grand Shopping Tote is part of the Chanel Vintage Collection, featuring all the elements of a classic Chanel bag. The tote features the iconic CC logo that’s embossed on the bag. The perfect bag to add to your vintage collection!

    Chanel Wallet on Chain

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    Also known as “the WOC”, the Chanel Wallet on Chain is available in a variety of styles, colors, finishes, and price points, the WOC is the most versatile Chanel bag you’ll ever own, you can carry it as a cross-body bag, a shoulder bag, a messenger bag, a clutch, and a wallet, just all in one!

    Shop Chanel

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  • The New Classics

    The New Classics

    Gone are the days of a new “It-bag” a season. In the recent past we are seeing new designer bags becoming classics and coming back season after season! ​Every few years a design house will create a classic that stands the test of time. Here are the next generation of classics!

    1. Saint Laurent Sac de Jour

    First launched in 2013 by Saint Laurent creative director Hedi Slimane. Celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Rachel Zoe and Nicole Ritchie were often seen touting various versions of the Sac de Jour. It was his modernised take on the classic Birkin shape and soon became a classic!

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    Shop Saint Laurent Sac De Jour

    2. Chanel Boy Bag

    Since it’s debut in Spring 2012, Chanel’s new bag on the block has taken the world by storm. It’s become so popular with customers that this bag is now part of the Classic Collection, which means it’s available in every season!

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    Shop Chanel Boy Bag

    3. Gucci Dionysus

    The Dionysus was introduced in the Fall/Winter 2015 collection and the the design house has incorporated the Gucci Dionysus bag as a staple in their handbag collections now and in future seasons to come.

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    Shop Gucci

    4. Givenchy Antigona

    Launched in 2010, the Antigona is one of the most popular designer bags currently on the market and it also has a huge celeb following, including the Kardashians. This one is definitely a cool-girl staple.

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    Shop Givenchy Antigona

    5. Valentino Lock Shoulder Bag

    Valentino’s first Rockstuds graced it’s runway presence five years ago during the brand’s Spring 2011 show in Paris and the collection has remained a bestseller since. Studs have been done by various brands and designer but no one can make it look as classy as Valentino.

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    Shop Valentino Glam Shoulder Bag

    6. Balenciaga City Ba​g

    Balenciaga’s City Bag instantly became a classic. No new bag can beat the timelessness of a classic, especially one like the Balenciaga’s Classic City bag! There wasn’t a single it-girl back in the early 2000s who didn’t own this one!
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    Shop Balenciaga City Bag

    7. Louis Vuitton Neverfull

    Though it was only introduced in 2007, the Louis Vuitton Neverfull has become one of its all time best-selling, most-coveted bags for its functionality. It has become an absolute classic!
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    Shop Louis Vuitton Neverfull

    Picture Courtesy : bigcommerce.com, blogspot.com, fashionhippieloves.com, ejstyle.co.uk

  • It’s Not A Splurge, It’s An Investment

    It’s Not A Splurge, It’s An Investment

    Good news, ladies! You no longer need an excuse to buy your dream bag, experts have said that luxury handbags can be a much better investment than the stock market.

    Whether you’re looking for the highest resale value or just ready to check off a dream from your bucket list, the below five brands should be your go-to that’ll hold at least 85 percent of its value if you choose to resell!

    Hermès

    Hermès bags are distributed to the boutiques on unpredictable schedules and in limited quantities, creating artificial scarcity and exclusivity. The record-breaking Birkin, is extremely stable in price and will even earn you money over time. At this moment, most Birkins sell for far above their retail price.

    Shop Hermès

    Louis Vuitton

    The Louis Vuitton Neverfull is in the top 5 bags with the best resale value. It really doesn’t matter if you’re selling the Monogram or Damier version, this versatile bag remains popular and timeless! Louis Vuitton classics are always a good choice and they sell FAST!

    Shop Louis Vuitton

    Chanel

    Chanel’s iconic Flap Bag has increased in value ever since it’s inception, these constantly rising prices make it easy to resell the bag for the same price or in some cases even more.

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    Cartier

    Cartier love bracelets are the item of choice because of its classic charm that simply never goes out of style.The Love collection by Cartier, available since the 1970s, shows the iconic symbol of love and romance. Due to their classic and timeless charm, the bracelets and rings are in heavy demand all over the world.

    Shop Cartier

    Rolex

    Rolex has a wonderful heritage, including an impressive list of celebrities and VIPs that wear and have worn Rolex watches, has a high level of recognition, and is widely available. It seems that the right mixture of these ingredients make most Rolex watches increase in value over time.

    Shop Rolex

    The safest pieces is to invest in are the classic styles and shapes that are already proven, because they stand the test of time and will always be in demand!

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