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CHANEL second-hand bags appreciate 140% in three years! Isn’t the Classic Flap the most valuable? Here are 5 must-buy items that hold their value

Chanel Yellow and Pink Vintage Flap Bags

In recent years, CHANEL has repeatedly increased its prices against the market trend, proving that "buying CHANEL is better than buying stocks", and at the same time, CHANEL second-hand handbags are becoming more and more popular. In addition to being able to buy CHANEL handbags at a more affordable price, there is also a chance to collect rare CHANEL models that have been discontinued and out of print, attracting many petty bourgeoisie women, fashion fans and collectors to join the ranks of second-hand, and buy value-preserving models at low prices based on taste and vision.

The rise of the second-hand market has led to an increase in demand for second-hand CHANEL items. In addition, due to the impact of the epidemic in the past few years, the second-hand market in Japan has been suspended, resulting in a shortage of second-hand CHANEL items in Asia. Special and value-preserving items have become more and more expensive, and the price of second-hand CHANEL bags has also risen sharply by 140% in three years! The following five value-preserving CHANEL items are even more "profitable"!

CHANEL vintage model 1: Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Gold Flap Bags

Among the many classic CHANEL products, the most worthy of collection and investment is the Classic Flap Bag. The Classic Flap Bag is the first handbag designed by Karl Lagerfeld in 1983 after he took over CHANEL. It is based on Coco Chanel's 2.55 classic handbag, retaining the classic square bag body, but with the iconic leather chain and double C lock.

The Classic Flap is commonly referred to as CF, but its real name is "11.12". It is said that the bag was numbered 01112 when it arrived at the factory. Based on Coco Chanel's tradition of naming products with numbers, the name "11.12" was also used.

Chanel Blue Denim Flap Bags

The reason why CF is so popular is not only because of the classic double C logo, but also because of its high practicality and excellent ability to be matched with shirts, making it the entry-level CHANEL model for many girls. Before buying CF, please note that CF of different sizes and materials has different prices. Among them, 23cm and 25cm CF are the most popular, and the appreciation potential of cowhide is slightly higher than that of sheepskin.

CHANEL second-hand value-preserving model 2: Mini Square Bag

Chanel Pink Flap Bags

CHANEL Mini Square is called "Fat Square" because of its square design. Compared with the elegant and classic rectangular CF, Mini Square is more lively and cute, and young girls with individual style can also carry it easily.

The sizes of Mini Square are 17cm and 20cm. Since there is no interlayer inside the handbag, the storage capacity is very high. The 17cm Mini Square can hold mobile phones, short wallets, headphones, tissues and other necessities when going out, and it is not "wasteful" at all.

Chanel Vintage Black Flap Bags

In recent years, small bags and "small waste bags" have become popular, and CHANEL Mini Square has also become a hot commodity. The price of second-hand bags has more than doubled in three years, and the appreciation ability of cowhide even exceeds that of CHANEL CF.

CHANEL second-hand value-preserving model 3: Diana Bag

Chanel Vintage Brown Diana Flap Bags

The CHANEL Diana Bag is a 90s style. It was named Diana Bag because the late Princess Diana often used this bag in public. The appearance of the Diana Bag is similar to the Classic Flap, but its flap design uses arc lines, making the overall feeling more classic and elegant.

The Diana Bag is only available in two sizes: 22cm and 25cm. It is currently out of production and out of print, so handbag fans can only buy it at second-hand stores. As a result, the price of the Diana Bag has increased from $8,000 in the second-hand market to the current $36,000 in ten years. Its investment value is definitely better than that of the MPF.

CHANEL vintage value-preserving model 4: 1804 Tote Bag

CHANEL 1804 Tote Bag

The official name of the CHANEL 1804 Tote Bag is the Timeless Medallion Tote. Because of the carved gold coin zipper and the fact that it is loved by Paris Hilton, it is also known as the "Gold Coin Bag" and the "Hilton Bag". The CHANEL 1804 Tote Bag is one of the classic bags and is named one of the 50 most worthwhile handbags in the world. It has the advantages of large capacity, light weight and the ability to be worn on the shoulder, making it very suitable for use at work, as a milk powder bag and for travel.

CHANEL 1804 Tote Bag medium

The carved double C zipper buckle of the CHANEL 1804 Tote Bag is a highlight. As the prices of vintage CHANEL carved accessories are getting higher and higher, it is definitely worth buying a gold coin bag at a low price before the carved accessories are sold for over HK$10,000.

CHANEL vintage watch 5: CHANEL PREMIÈRE Watch

CHANEL PREMIÈRE Watch

The most in-demand second-hand CHANEL item this year is the CHANEL PREMIÈRE Watch. Also known as the "sugar cube watch" or "small sugar cube," the CHANEL PREMIÈRE Watch was launched in 1987 and is the first watch launched by CHANEL. "Première" means "first" or "prime" in French.

The design of PREMIÈRE Watch is inspired by the Place Vendôme in Paris and the shape of the N°5 perfume bottle cap, and the strap is inspired by the classic handbag leather chain. Due to its exquisite craftsmanship and the fact that the black and gold style has been discontinued (modern styles are mostly light gold or silver), it has been a popular watch in the Japanese second-hand market for many years and is a must-have for CHANEL fans.

CHANEL PREMIÈRE Watch

Last year, CHANEL reproduced the PREMIÈRE Watch and launched the PREMIÈRE ÉDITION ORIGINALE Watch. The overall design is similar to the vintage PREMIÈRE Watch, but the gold-plated tone of the new version’s case is softer than before, the case is slightly thicker, and the "CHANEL" and "SWISS" on the dial are also changed to new fonts.

The current price of the new gold version of PREMIÈRE is $49,000, while the price of a used gold PREMIÈRE is about $14,000, making PREMIÈRE a hot commodity in the used market this year. Due to the increase in demand, the price has also soared by 60% in a short period of time! 

In order to thank vintage fans for their support over the past decade, Lovintage launched the Thanksgiving 2023 this year, with discounts of up to 40% on many CHANEL treasures, and you can get the popular Diana Bag for less than $25,000. If you don't want to miss the opportunity to buy CHANEL vintage treasures at a low price, you must seize the annual limited-time discount and weekly live broadcast of new products.

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