Os Princípios Básicos de history of the Chanel flap bag

Os Princípios Básicos de history of the Chanel flap bag

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Since its first design in the 1950s by the iconic Coco Chanel, the classic flap bag from Chanel has become a symbol of luxury. However, it is challenging for an untrained individual to distinguish between genuine Chanel bags and fake bags.

Authentic Chanel bags feel supple, yet sturdy. copyright bags often use lower-quality materials that don't have the same luxurious texture. At Maison Vivienne, we prioritize checking the leather quality and other materials before reselling any Chanel piece.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel designed her first quilted jersey flap bag in 1929. The original quilted jersey bag had a rectangular twisting lock and short, all-chain straps. Her bag was carried in hand or on the arm, like most bags available to upper-class women during the era.

Whether carried on the red carpet or styled casually for everyday wear, the Chanel Flap Bag continues to be a beloved symbol of elegance and sophistication. Its enduring legacy proves that great design transcends time, making it not just a handbag but a piece of fashion history.

In the Chanel bag authentication process, the date code plays a crucial part. It serves as the bag's unique identifier , allowing you to determine the year of production.

The placement of the CC lock should be centered both vertically and horizontally on its leather flap, with misplaced locks indicative of replica locks.

Photo Courtesy of Chanel While the iconic Chanel Flap bag has changed design over the years, the 2.55 has always had a double flap design. Under the top flap, Chanel bags have small history of the Chanel flap bag zippered compartments that are unique to their structure. Some say that Coco designed the compartment as a clandestine spot to hide the love letters from her numerous affairs.

It may not look like it, but the CC lock hides so many interesting details. In an actual Chanel bag, the ‘C’s overlap perfectly, maintaining equal width.

Authenticating Chanel bags is a process we take very seriously, and we work with highly reputable third-party authenticators to verify that each bag in our collection is genuine.

with the Mademoiselle lock/straps as “Reissue”, and all flap bags that have the interlocking CCs

The lining of an authentic Chanel bag should be tightly bound to the sides and walls, displaying consistency and evenness without any bumps or bubbles.

Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker.

However, these serial number stickers can detach from vintage Chanel bags upon usage. Similarly, authentication cards can sometimes be misplaced too. So, their absence does not mean your bag is necessarily fake. 

Also, if you find "Chanel" printed at the top or the bottom of the sticker it is not a real Chanel handbag. It is a common trait among copyright stickers. "Chanel" is supposed to be printed on the side of the sticker.