All you need to know about the Chanel Classic bag.

 

 Chanel is a mounting brand with gazillions of followers. It is known for its versatile and classy range of bags. In this article, we shall have an introduction of Chanel's classic bag, its history, prices, and a way to its current glorious evolution.

History

The history of Chanel handbags dates back to 1929. This year declared the launch of their first item. These bags were stylish, but they lacked moderation and feasibility. Most of them were hand-carried and were challenging to tag along. By 1955, Chanel realized this cumbersome nature of bags and introduced flap-style bags, which were easy to carry around anywhere without occupying your hand. This style of bags was a new one to the fashion industry. However, it was adopted earlier than expected. The adaption of this style was not enforcement but a feasible and easy solution for everyone. Till the year 1980, strap design was widely used. After that, Chanel changed the interface of the classic bag by adding interlocking C's that is their logo at the front of the bag. Now it is unimaginable to see a bag without that sign. They didn't only change the interface, but they worked on different kinds of straps and introduced leather woven and chained straps to add more to their variety. Moreover, to widen their scope and variety of bags, they took inspiration from men's jackets that contain straps and introduced a new range of bags. (Boca Raton Pawn 2018)

 

Prices

The current pandemic situation has stirred up the whole market, and it is observed that the prices of each utility and luxury have surpassed the previous ones. The same is the case with Chanel. The bags, which used to cost $5800, are now $6500, and likewise, each of their article's prices has hiked up. We can analyze and compare the prices in the form of a table as follows:

 

CLASSIC BAGS

Current Price (2020)

Previous Price (2019)

Chanel Classic Maxi Flap Bag

$ 7,700

$6,900

Chanel Classic Jumbo Flap Bag

$7,100

$6,400

Chanel Classic Medium Flap Bag

$6,500

$5,800

Chanel Classic Rectangular Mini Flap Bag

$3,800

$3,500

Chanel Classic Square Mini Flap Bag

$3,600

$3,200

Chanel Reissue 227 Bag

$7,700

$6,900

Chanel Reissue 226 Bag

$7,100

$6,400

Chanel Reissue 225 Bag

$6,500

$5,800

Chanel Reissue 224 Bag

$5,800

$5,200

(Spotted Fashion 2020)

 

Now the question that arises is that is it worth it to buy Chanel bags? Yes! It is since they are the highest quality bags made of real material and are finely stitched. So you won't ever get tired of them.

Evolution of Chanel

The history of Chanel bags guides us that Chanel doesn't compromise on quality and keeps pacing forward to meet the requirements and trends of the market. Also, they don't only keep up with the latest trends but are the trendsetters themselves. From the basic bags of 1929, which were cliché and boring without any proper straps, they moved on to ones with straps and made them a new sensation in the fashion industry. Even after that, they kept working for better designs by looking for inspiration and came up with the Chanel boy theme bags, which were inspired by men's jackets and were incorporated in the classic bags.
Thus, Chanel keeps on growing and always comes up with a unique design that is evergreen.

 

 

References

  1. Boca Raton Pawn. May 26. https://bocaratonpawn.com/2018/05/history-chanel-flap-bag/#:~:text=The%20first%20Chanel%20handbag%20was,bag%20we%20know%20and%20love.
  2. Spotted Fashion. December 1. https://www.spottedfashion.com/chanel-bag-price-list-reference-guide/.

 

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