First off, prices. Good *lord*, the prices. I saw something that said the medium Classic Flap is like, €9700 euros now? In 2023? That’s…insane. And apparently, they went up 8% from the year before! Ouch. My bank account just whimpered a little. I mean, seriously, who can afford this kinda stuff? Rich people, obviously. But still, *whew*.
And then you get into the whole “is it cheaper to buy it in Europe?” question. Like, can you actually save some dough by hopping across the pond for a Chanel? The internet seems to think so. I mean, I saw something about a price guide that answers how much the classic flaps are in France and Europe. But honestly, by the time you factor in the plane ticket, hotel, and the sheer stress of trying to navigate Parisian streets while lugging around a ridiculously expensive handbag, I’m not sure it’s worth it? Maybe if you’re *already* going to Europe, then yeah, def check it out. But don’t book a whole trip *just* for a Chanel bag. That’s… dedication. Or maybe insanity. I can’t decide.
Then there’s the whole “what kind of Chanel bag *should* you get?” thing. Like, the Chanel 22 Mini seems kinda cool, especially with the studs and silver hardware. But then I saw something about a Chanel 25 Small in metallic grained calfskin with gold metal, and that sounds kinda swanky too. It’s a tough call, ya know? Honestly, I think it just comes down to personal taste. And, you know, how much money you have to burn. LOL.
Oh, and I saw something about Click & Collect being available for select pieces. Which… okay? I guess? I mean, if you *really* gotta have that Chanel and can’t wait, that’s an option. But where’s the fun in that? The thrill of the chase, the browsing… that’s half the experience, right? Right?
