Is your dream to be able to buy and exhibit a Chanel bag ? Well, beware of possible counterfeits though . Given the decidedly prohibitive price of Chanel bags , in fact, many are hoping for some online occasion or a second-hand bag. Very often, however, these are simple imitations. For this reasons it is important to know how to recognize an original Chanel from a fake .
Chanel, the brand of luxury bags
"I decided who I wanted to be, and that's who I
am." This was the philosophy of life of Coco Chanel , founder of the
famous Parisian fashion house born at the begin of the twentieth century. It is
no coincidence, therefore, that the products of the Chanel brand still
represent the forbidden dream of most women today . Starting from the clothing,
up to the jewels, passing through the bags: Chanel is a brand that every
fashion addicted appreciates and desires. In particular, Chanel bags represent
a real investment for life, so much so that vintage bags have a value slightly
less than that of a new Chanel.
Chanel 2.55 bag
The Chanel 2.55 is undoubtedly the most desired bag ever. It
owes its name to its date of birth: it was in fact made for the first time in
February 1955 . Created by Coco Chanel herself to meet the needs and fashion of
the 50s , which saw the emancipation of women. A modern and dynamic woman . The
handbag therefore had to be roomy, refined, elegant but at the same time
practical (the Chanel 2.55 in fact allows you to have your hands free, unlike
the classic clutches).
A true icon of the brand , which still continues to be
desired today.
Precisely for this reason the Chanel price bag often
undergoes even considerable increases.
How to recognize an original Chanel bag
Given the great success of Chanel bags, there are many
counterfeits that exist. This is why it is important to always pay close
attention. So let's find out together how to recognize an original Chanel bag.
Chanel bags prices
First pay attention to the Chales bags prices. As already
mentioned, Chanel bags are a real investment, so much so that their price
increases from year to year and the newer versions can only be purchased by
reservation. So be wary of too low prices !
Chanel 2.55 original
Iconic bag of the brand, the Chanel 2.55 is available only
in smooth lambskin or in quilted calfskin . The seams are perfectly matching
and, in the quilted calfskin bags, the number of rombetti is always odd, 5 or
7.
Pay attention to the size
In addition to the quality of the material used, also pay
attention to the size.
The Chanel Classic Flap Bag , for example, is only available
in the following 3 sizes:
• Small:
22.9 by 14 by 5.1cm
• Medium:
25.4 by 15.2 by 6.4cm
• Jumbo:
30.5 by 20.3 by 7.6cm
The Chanel Reissue 2.55 or 2.88 , on the other hand, in 5
sizes:
• Mini:
19.1 by 14.6 by 4.4cm
• Small:
24.8 by 17.9 by 5.5cm
• Medium:
27.9 by 20.3 by 6.4cm
• Large:
31.1 by 23.3 by 6.4cm
• Jumbo XL:
36.1 by 24.9 by 7.6cm
There is also the Jumbo XXL version, but it is very rare to
find.
Lining color
To recognize an original Chanel, pay attention to the
internal color which is strictly burgundy . Coco Chanel had chosen this color
because it was that of the aprons worn by the children who were with her in the
orphanage. Only some vintage models have a black lining; however it is always
very adherent to the skin, while in fake it comes off very easily.
Pay attention to the screws and the seams
In the original Chanel the screws on the back of the clasps
are flat-headed with the horizontal slot rarely star engraved at +. As for the
seams , however, the original bags have at least 10 stitches every 2.5 cm, the
fake ones much less. Furthermore, the corners of the original Chanel are
square, while in the fake they are rounded.
Chanel logo and certificate of authenticity
The double C of the Chanel logo is intertwined like this:
the C facing right passes up above the other C. The C facing left passes down
over the other C.
Since 1986, moreover, every Chanel bag has a certificate of
authenticity , that is a thick card, very shiny and bordered in gold, with an
authentication number of up to 8 digits which must correspond with the hologram
inside the bag.
At this point we have discover together the characteristics
of an original Chanel bag . If you decide to buy one, therefore, pay attention
to these elements and you will be sure of making an excellent investment.