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.
I love all colors of chanel 2.55!!!
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!!
how much is a chanel 2.55
close to $2,000.00
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
i think the 2.55 is aweful. I don't understand what all the fuss is about!?
"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.
You SPELLED "spelled" wrong. Be nice.
it's ok to use spelt btw. Anyway, this chanel bag is a classic
Actually "spelt" is correct; it's British.
i personally love 2.55.
simply timeless and classic. fit all occasions.
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?
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
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 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!
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.
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