Everything Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel designed had a utilitarian purpose and meaningful significance to her own life. Do you know the reasons why Chanel added the details she did?
If the serial number on a bag does not follow the Chanel formula or has more than 8 digits it is most certainly a fake. In rare cases you can find vintage Chanel bags with a seis-digit serial number.
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The location of the serial sticker can vary depending on the model of the bag; they can be found either on a leather tag or in the bag’s lining.
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Refined, plush and statement, it’s the coveted companion of many— beloved and recognised worldwide for its twisted chain feature and quilted profile.
Eight 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.
Chanel’s 2020 date code on their handbags is 30XXXXXX. If your handbag’s date code starts with 27XXXXXX, 28XXXXXX or 29XXXXXX, then it was made in mid/late 2019.
Beyond contributing to the visual appeal, the meticulous stitching on a real Chanel bag also signifies its authenticity.
While many expect to start learning how to tell if a Chanel bag is real with the authenticity card, we left it until last for a simple reason. Some fake Chanel bags and all super fakes come with their own card.
It was the first of its elegant and practical kind, each bag designed and history of the Chanel flap bag made featuring the iconic quilted leather, which is now synonymous with many Chanel bags, Coco loved so much.
It’s also said that the double-chain shoulder strap was inspired by the caretakers at the orphanage Gabrielle grew up in. She chose the same chains that the nuns used to dangle keys from their waists. Regardless of the origin, Chanel wanted the chain straps to look like jewelry with the convenience of a satchel for the modern woman.
A major part of how to authenticate a Chanel bag is understanding the materials used. Chanel bags are crafted from the finest leathers and textiles, such as lambskin and caviar leather.
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