Chanel 2.55

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There are two bags you need to know about, the Birkin is one and the other, the Chanel 2.55. A typical Chanel handbag you say? Well, helllooooo, it’s called an icon! History was made when Coco Chanel introduced this bag in February 1955 (as in, 2.55). Coco wanted a shoulder bag to free up her hands. Hey, she had other things to carry. The quilts were inspired by jackets worn by jockeys (yes, jockeys). This classic is being reissued for this season in white, black and silver, which we love the most. For the collectors out there, this is a must.

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    I love all colors of chanel 2.55!!!

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    THANKS LOVE...I need the 226...isnt that the original that COCO made? Is it impossible to find? sigh...I'm a late bloomer...I love this little gem and as the saying goes, "better late than never!"

    Thanks for being so informative with everything.

  • They are orgasmic.

  • I own the 2.55 handbag in white, so beautiful, I love it!!

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    how much is a chanel 2.55

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    close to $2,000.00

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    I am drooling over a Chanel Large 2.55 in Black.
    Does anyone know when will Chanel reissue this version?

    BTW I am completely addicted to this website

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    i think the 2.55 is aweful. I don't understand what all the fuss is about!?

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    "i think the 2.55 is aweful. I don't understand what all the fuss is about!?"

    You spelt awful wrong.
    It's a classic, timeless bag. That's what the fuss is about.

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    You SPELLED "spelled" wrong. Be nice.

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    it's ok to use spelt btw. Anyway, this chanel bag is a classic

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    Actually "spelt" is correct; it's British.

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    i personally love 2.55.
    simply timeless and classic. fit all occasions.

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    Do you think there is any difference in quality in the 2.55 bags from the older vintage ones in "excellent" shape to the new ones? Or any significant design changes?

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    I just got a medium black Chanel classic. If Im not wrong, there are two types of leather used, caviar and lambskin. caviar has the grainy texture while lambskin is much softer to touch. however, the lambskin material needs high maintenance and easily scratch too.

    the vintage chanel in store right now still have the original chanel logo clasp while the reissue version is just plain clasp. Good luck Lisa in your purchase :D

  • Hi I just wanna know where you buy the bag - I´m from DK and it´s not available here

  • I LOVE this bag...
    i am choosing between the classic 2.55 and the larger style.

    The small one is beautiful, chic, i love it...but i will mostly use it at night and can fit the bare min. The larger one is the perfect size for day or night but its so long and im afraid it looks too bulky on me. they are so much alike just one bigger than the other! aah im torn.

    I have the petit shopper so im used to the convenient size.

    xx

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    Hi people. Must admit i love this blog. I'm about to get the chanel 2.55 for my sister and I, does anyone know the style no for the medium size in black grainy leather with the gold hardware. Thanks all x

  • hey everyone,

    i bought a large beige Chanel caviar leather classic purse with double chains in silver...i really regret it! wish i bought the 2.55 instead :-(

  • also the quilting of the purse is due to Coco's beige suede couch in her apartment

  • Does anyone know the best way to find an '07 Dark Silver 2.55? I really like the coloring on last year's version better than the current spring '08 Dark Silver. Thanks! =)

    • Hi,
      i'm selling my chanel bag!
      It's a 2.55 reissue in metallic silver with stripes on it!
      it's brand new and very rare to find and i think that it's actually sold out...
      orginal price was 3.825,91 USD and i'm selling it for 2000USD, serious offers are always welcome!
      I have the box and the chanel shoppingbag and all the cards etc. It's 100% authentic!!! i've purchased it at the chanelboutique ! Here's a slideshow: http://s89.photobucket.com/albums/k213/Aicha1990/?action=view¤t=35d036d0.pbw
      For more pictures or information: sweet_obleu_star@hotmail.com

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    Hi people, I'm from Malaysia. I really adore this Chanel 2.55, especially lambskin in black with silver chain, though lambskin is a bit hard to maintain. i have a baby one in black n i'm thinking to get a medium one. Does anyone knows how much its selling in London or Paris? cuz i might be asking my friend's help to get for me in London or Paris. where is cheaper by the way? the price in malaysia is much much more expensive.

  • If you click on my name, you can find all of the top name brand bags at extremely low prices.

  • I know the 2.55 is the standard as far as Chanel goes but I like the classic flap bags better. I just like the leather interwoven w/ the chain. There seems to be something more youthful about the classic flap. However, as I expand my collection I am sure I will buy a 2.55. I love the history behind the bag & why it is designed the way it is. There is something nostalgic about the 2.55. It is just a special bag that none other compare to because of CoCo's special little touches. Gosh-all this talk makes me want to go buy one!

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    hey, can anyone give me the measurements for the chanel 2.55?

  • I want to buy the chanel bag sooooo much..
    But I'm still thinking to buy the small 2.55 or the large one with silver.

    I am 20 years old,which one is more youthful and better to use??

    Advise please

  • Another question:

    It's now june and I see every designer bags or clothes are in sale.
    I went to the chanel store, but only the shoes were in sale.

    And the bags were not in sale, does the 2.55 and the rest of the bags will be sale too??

  • im looking for black&pink 2.55? cant find it online. so if anyone could help...
    thanks in adv!!

  • I have just come home with the chanel 2:55 in purple, I got the last one! It's absolutely beautiful and the most perfect bag I have ever owned.

    2:55s are never or very very rarely in sale because they never need to be, the current season colours always sell out.

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    I got the chanel 2.55 black caviar skin for my 18th birthday its fab and makes me very happy : )

  • HAI GUE DARI INDONESIA,GUE SANGAT SENANG CHANEL 2,55 TAPI MASIH BINGUNG BEDAKAN ANTARA CLASIC ATAU 2,55 AND GUE MAU TITIP BELI DI NEGARA LAIN TAPI BELUM TAU UKURAN AND PRICE.TOLONG DONG?

  • Hi i'd like to know if the number 2.55 is like the size or the model of the bag.

    thanks

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    Sucks that they dont sell them here in NZ. Buying it online will just kill me for the damn duty tax. :s

  • Hi,

    I am from Singapore, I have a brand new black caviar medium classic double flap for sale. A friend bought it from USA for me in Aug (US$2350 before tax), but its the wrong size (I already had the medium size). The price tag is still on with the dust bag. But it does not have the box as she discarded it for ease of packing. I am willing to let it go at S$3750. This is at the same rate as US$2350 with tax and currency conversion. I believe the current Singapore retail price is S$4050. Let me know if anyone is interested. Thanks !

    TT

  • Hi, I'm selling my 2.55 reissue (with mademoiselle lock, not CCs), black with gold hardware. 226 size. Chanel price increase on Wednesday, so I'm selling for £1300 which is a bargain! Please let me know if interested.

  • Hi, I have a brand new Chanel 2.55 black metallic in size 228 (the largest size ) going for S$4,000, with paper bag, box and full papers. Current retail price is S$5,910. Anybody interested please contact me.

  • Sorry forgot to add that it is 100% authentic as bought from Chanel boutique and price is in Singapore dollars. Will not declare tax/duties if ship overseas. Hope to find a new home for this lovely bag :)

  • Hi, i just got my 2.55 bag medium size lambskin from Bangkok airport...
    after conversation it is at S$4,100..
    luv it very much...
    the sales person told me that the price is going to increase in Nov.
    think it's abt 12% more..

  • I am totally in L.O.V.E with the chanel classic in black and beige caviar. Prefer the classic as i personally find the adjoined C clasp and chain is what makes the 2.55 a 2.55! Coco Chanel totally designed it to a perfection. Problem is i'm just 16! Looks like i've still got years to come before i get it and as you knw year by year the price would keep getting higher and higher. The 2.55 would probably cost me 10 times in the near future. I do not wish to resort to a fake one. sobs.

  • The 2.55 was actually based on a design by Germaine Guerin who had a shop at 243 Rue St. Honore, as noted in Vogues' The Chanel Century May 2005...

  • Does anyone know how much the Chanel classic lambskin flap handbag is worth now? Please let me know as i am selling mine. I heard the prices have risen.

  • Does anyone the material (lambskin or caviar) of the Chanel 2.55 Jumbo bag Lauren Conrad carries?

  • If it looks grainy, like the rough type its caviar. If it looks smooth and shiny its lambskin

  • I love all the Chanel 2.55 Jumbo bags!! but I can't afford them before I finish Uni:((( I found a good website to purchase same style tho!!!
    http://luxuryceleb.com/bags-c-1/celebrity-look-quilted-jumbo-flap-chain-bag-p-93

  • I am selling my Chanel bag for £800 if you're interested?

  • Hi,
    i'm selling my chanel bag!
    It's a 2.55 reissue in metallic silver with stripes on it!
    it's brand new and very rare to find and i think that it's actually sold out...
    orginal price was 3.825,91 USD and i'm selling it for 2000USD, serious offers are always welcome!
    I have the box and the chanel shoppingbag and all the cards etc. It's 100% authentic!!! i've purchased it at the chanelboutique ! Here's a slideshow: http://s89.photobucket.com/albums/k213/Aicha1990/?action=view¤t=35d036d0.pbw
    For more pictures or information: sweet_obleu_star@hotmail.com

  • I have all three of those colors ^^ black, white and silver :)
    Besides my orange croc birkin 2.55 is my fav bag of all time!

  • I'm interested in buying the white medium 2.55 bag. Would anyone happen to know the current prices in the USA so I can compare? Thank you!

  • I'm interested in buying the white medium 2.55 bag. Would anyone happen to know the current prices in the USA so I can compare? Thank you!

  • I bought a vintage lambskin chanel XL jumbo on ebay...i suffer from OCD so i lighting wiped it with a wet cloth using (water only) and the black ink on the bag transferred onto my hand n cloth...is this meant to happen with vintage chanel? is it meant to happen with any chanel bags?

    pls help..thanks

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    hey fyi,im from indonesia and sell many type of chanel bag. fo'syo with a good price:) promise you the price is cheaper than sing or indonesia.coz i bought it all from paris.so who's dyin for chanel bag, feel free to check my fb.gracias!http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/photo.php?pid=6182838&id=813580003

  • Oh no, that doesn't sound good. Are you sure it was genuine? Because if it was a bag meant for everyday use, and you used it in the rain surely it would be completely ruined? I hope thats not the case for you.

    Does anyone know the price for a medium 2.55 black chanel bag with gold chains, in English pounds?
    xx

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    hi i just wanna know is their diff names to all the 2.55 chanel bags? Cuz some have longer chains or double flap?
    ive seen diff name like reissue?
    Im in love with chanel but i dunno with the diff names
    and how much would a small chanel lambskin cost in australia?

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    hello! i'm selling my black chanel 2.55 reissue that was bought 1 month ago. comes with everything - dustbag, care cards, authenticity card, receipt, box. for more info go here:

    http://melbourne.gumtree.com.au/c-Stuff-for-Sale-clothes-accessories-Authentic-Chanel-Black-Calfskin-226-Medium-Reissue-RRP-4430-W0QQAdIdZ127860148

  • Hey guys,

    I absolutely love my Chanel 2.55 but I gonna sell it now for $2000. I bought it about a year ago so of course it is used. I handled it with GREAT care though. if you u are interested and want to see pictures, just eMail me.
    cliche@live.de

    xo
    Alana

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    I'm thinking of getting a Chanel Reissue 226 in Dark Silver, any advise on whether it's easy to maintain? I know the Lambskin is difficult cos the leather will scratches.

  • hi
    everyone , i can offer you the chanel handbags ,come with the serial number ,dust bag ,tag , they are in the stock right now , if any one intersted , pls email to me : tionayang@yahoo.com thanks

  • 2nd hand bags can be found on Yahoo Japan:

    http://search.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/search?p=%a5%b7%a5%e3%a5%cd%a5%eb+%a5%d0%a5%c3%a5%b0&f=0x2&alocale=0jp&apg=1&s1=bids&o1=a&mode=2&auccat=0


    - email if you are keen

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    dear Chanel lovers,,
    I am a reseller of authentic chanel handbags, jewlery and clothing. I have new,used and limited edition items.
    please drop me an email if interested.

    thx :)

  • glued can be seen on my bag where the chanel logo is. is it a defect? does anyone have the same prob? mine is genuine fr paris store.

  • HI! I'M SELLING MY AUTHENTIC CHANEL 2.55 IN BLACK. Burgundy leather lining inside with multiple open pockets.
    Twisted CC Golden lock closure.
    Made in France
    Serial#1688698 matches Auth card
    9"Lx 2.5"Dx5.5"H with 9" double leather strap drop or 17" single strap drop.
    ALSO HAVE AN AUTHENTIC HERMES BIRKIN.
    EMAIL ME AT aydrriana@gmail.com IF INTERESTED.

  • Picked up a limited edition gray 2.55 at Neiman Marcus for $2600...

    • I am selling my AUTHENTIC Chanel 2.55-2005 50th Anniversary 227 black back on ebay.

      http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270467977617&_trkparms=tab%3DSelling

      I am also considering selling the matching etui telephone bag.

      Contact me if you are interested.

      elizabethannvaughan@yahoo.com

    • I am selling my AUTHENTIC Chanel 2.55-2005 50th Anniversary 227 black back on ebay.

      http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270467977617&_trkparms=tab%3DSelling

      I am also considering selling the matching etui telephone bag.

      Contact me if you are interested.

      elizabethannvaughan@yahoo.com

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    I am selling my AUTHENTIC Chanel 2.55-2005 Reissue 50th Anniversary 227 black handbag on ebay. Check it out if you are interested.

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270467977617&_trkparms=tab%3DSelling

    I am also considering selling the matching etui telephone bag too.

  • I have a chanel purse that I have never seen before, even in the replicas. Would someone take a look if I sent a picture and tell me if it's real?

  • Can someone tell me why some 2.55 double flap have a maroon lining and some that are entirely black inside?

  • Can someone tell me why some 2.55 double flap have a maroon lining and some that are entirely black inside?

  • Hey guys,
    I am selling a beautiful Chanel 2.55 handbag. The most classic elegant handbag on the market for over 50 years. It is breathtaking...Large and black with red interior. Please if you are interested give it a look: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270483432792&_trkparms=tab%3DSelling

    Perfect gift for anyone with the holidays right around the corner.

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