This is a leather bag made to look like a paper shopping bag. When I first saw it, I thought, what idiot would buy such a thing? And then I went to a Lakers game and saw Vanessa Bryant, Kobe Bryant’s wife, with it. I don’t mean to beat on her for no reason, she is just not a nice person and apparently does not know how to shop either. A friend of mine lives in their gated community in Laguna and saw her screaming at the gate guard after he greeted her with, “Good evening Mrs. Bryant”. She stopped the car, turned it around and went back to shout, “DO NOT EVER TALK TO ME!”. I mean, it’s not like he said, “That bag of yours is ridiculous” or something. Which is what I thought but was polite enough to keep to myself (to her face, I mean). So now this bag is laden with all sorts of negative associations for me. But not like it was ever a good bag so, so be it. Oh, I should have mentioned, it’s $2525 (same price for both styles, both come in black or white). There is also an even more ridiculous little pink one. Contact Chanel (800) 550-0005 or Alexis at 214-520-1055.
Her husband is not a nice person either, but people are willing to overlook a lot if you can put a ball through a hoop.
That bag is surprisingly kitschy for Chanel, I thought they were supposed to be more classic and refined? It’s only a little better than Heidi’s Chanel-ized nails.
surely there’s a better way to spend 2K??
She’s a tragic person. Remember the million dollar purple diamond he bought her off with when he cheated? So this 2k is like a penny to her.
I actually love the bag! Ido agree that it is an unusual piece for Chanel- and dont get me wrong- Ilove and own multiples of 2.55 and lots of other styles- but this bag is fab!
Not a fan of this bag (actually not a huge fan of Chanel) but Kelly and Tina’s commentary is a major reason I love this blog!
These would be adorable bags … if it were Chanel’s take on the “not a plastic bag” trend, made of canvas and $200-$300.
Agreed. Not liking this bag one bit. Vanessa seems like an even bigger bi-atch after hearing all that nonsense she did to her maid…..she’s lucky she even has one!
does this one authentic? please help me http://www.stylesell.cn/chanel-large-black-calfskin-p-1826.html ?
Love this post!
This looks like it’s from a museum souvenir shop!
Nasty bag, nasty owner. Ha ha!!
My Saks SA tried to push this nasty bag on me. I told her that you would have to be out of your mind or have no taste to carry a leather bag that looks like a paper shopping bag. She said that they were hot sellers. There is no accounting for taste…
Aww, I kind of like it but it’s waaay too much money. If it were in the 100-300 dollar price range, maybe. That story was awesome though, love hearing about nasty celebrities for some reason hahaha.
Agree with sickgirl & Amy. I do like the smaller version, but the price tag is ridic.
I’m with sickgirl and Amy. If Chanel could make those bags in plastic-coated canvas and charge $100-$300, that would be cool. Grocery shopping would be fun!
what a b**ch!
my question is-out of all the people that critised this bag- how many have seen it in person? it is a lovely bag and it is a fun summer fashion piece. i also think that it sold well per my SA at Neimans, anyway- i am thrilled to have it!
Kelly, what a great commentary, my coworkers and I had a good laugh!!!
Can I say how much I love my Bloomie’s small Brown Bag? It’s the perfect size for toting stuff. It would be heaven if it were in leather (of course, the price point needs to hit the right note).
i think the general consensus is that this bag is overpriced for a shopping tote…not ugly. continue to enjoy it!
anyone who purchased this bag, should have their head seriously examined!!
Its a freaking shopping bag! about $3k for this? give me a break
This bag is for people who need to impress with labels. I was offended by this bag when it appeared on the runway. I thought it was a runway prop and would never be offered for sale. As for Vanessa Bryant this woman can’t be happy she married for the mansion and the money.
I actually have a couple of real paper shopping bags from the Chanel boutique in Paris .I think this bag is way too commercial. Just over priced. Even Chanel makes mistakes. I supposed most people remember what Kobe Bryant was accused of. I think he said the woman wanted to have sex with him. That was his defense. I didn’t buy it, but alas, these professional athlete’s can get by with a lot. It gives the athlete’s and their wife’s an inflated ego, it seems. Anyway, she is a very rude person married to a very immoral person.
I agree with some of the other commenters; these bags are overpriced and ideal for someone who just wants to flaunt labels. Also, the Bryants live in a gated community in Newport Coast, not Laguna Beach. Some of my friends worked with them before and have told me Kobe was nice, though Vanessa was bitchy.
a mansion, tons of money and a husband that’s gone all the time…sounds like a dream to me!
You still can be nice to people!
I simply had to comment about this bag, after receiving your newsletter in my email.
Personally, I think that Chanel takes it too far, and when blogs simply still promote the validity of these bags, at this price, I am speechless because this is just more advertising for an overpriced bag, for the name.
I’m sorry, but how significant is this bag? I’ve seen it blogged in numerous blogs, all varying with their praise, always offering a telephone number for women to buy it.
Seriously, and then when people laugh at women, and our choices, I’m not surprise. Karl Lagerfeld may be over the top, but in a recent interview, he mentioned his ‘simple’ ideas, and he also called them ‘stupid’ ideas, noting their popularity, i.e. financial profits.
When I see women with bags like this, I think they play into the stereotype of vapid-stupidity. No offense, but I can’t believe that these bags even deserve a mention.
oh…absolutely! i think this woman’s behavior is deplorable. i was just responding to what devyn said. i think her life sounds great and if i were in her shoes i would be thrilled beyond belief!
My friends and I were talking about that last night…he is very, very lucky that he is an excellent basketball player and that our society is willing to blame the victim.
Ahhhhhh! It’s all about the money ladies. I guarantee this bag will be an extremely popular best seller. You have to have money makers to afford to do such beautiful couture! The trompe l’oeil effect is novel, whimsical, and fresh.
I actually thought is was kind of a clever concept, until I saw the price(!) I was thinking it could be used as kind of a casual overnight bag (like if you need to bring a change of clothes with you to work, the gym, etc.), but not at that price point! And after reading the story about Kobe Bryant’s wife, I can’t look at it the same way!
Yes, you’re right, it’s Newport Coast. I for some reason call that entire area Laguna. I don’t get down there much, my mistake.
Kelly
To me it is rather like “the Emperor’s new clothes” or his new purse….
Here is one of the most interesting Tweets: Karl Lagerfeld.
What he says about Chanel: http://twitter.com/Karl_Lagerfeld
“Chanel is an institution, and you have to treat an institution like a whore – and then you get something out of her.”
I guess that says it all.
i actually found the bag funny… not that i would ever pay for one… i think chanel should pay me to carry that bag on the street…
I love that.
i like the concept, but the price is just plain ridiculous!!!!
I can’t believe the large Chanel shopping bag is made of 100% leather when I saw it the first time.However,it seems that the bag is also popular among the huge collections of 2009 Chanel.
a man who knows what he is talking about, and about fashion! i want a husband like you
good info. thanks
This the bag I got for my girlfriend… The only difference is her was pink. If you need the pink one, I would recommend http://www.designerdowned.com/ Thank you!!