First off, I gotta say, the whole “23K” thing…it’s kind of genius marketing, right? Like, it just *sounds* expensive and exclusive. Makes you wanna, like, *need* one. And from what I’m seeing, this Fall/Winter 2023 collection is a whole *thing*.
Apparently, there’s some major buzz about a bag that’s basically a Chanel-ified Kelly bag. I saw it called the “Chanel Kelly Bag” (duh) but also the “New Chanel Mini Shopping Bag” which…okay, Chanel, pick a name, please! My brain can only handle so much fashion-speak at once. Honestly, I’m seeing that it’s really similar to the vintage Kelly bag. I think it’s really a vintage remake for vintage lovers and new collectors. And it’s predicted to be a hit to all.
And speaking of mini…apparently mini bags are still a thing, even though everyone’s been talking about how big bags are back. Look, I’m all for a big bag, because, like, where else am I gonna shove my snacks and emergency makeup kit? But these mini Chanel bags…they’re just SO cute. And let’s be real, they probably fit more than you think they do. (Okay, maybe not a whole emergency makeup kit. But lipstick and a credit card? Definitely.)
I saw mention of the mini classic flap bag, which is always a winner. Little lambskin, gold hardware…classic for a reason, right? But what I’m *really* curious about is this “shopping bag” situation. Is it actually a shopping bag? Or is it just, like, a bag that *looks* like a shopping bag, but costs more than my rent? Because, let’s be honest, that’s probably the case.
And the prices…oh, lord, the prices. Don’t even get me started. We all know Chanel prices are, like, astronomically high. It is just skyrocketing every year! And they just keep going up, don’t they? It’s like, you blinked, and suddenly that bag you were eyeing is now the price of a small car. Still, people are willing to buy it, which is why it is sold out so quickly.
