Tuesday, February 28, 2012

New Jumbo Chanel


Welcome the newest addition to my handbag collection! I've been wanting this Jumbo Chanel for a few years and after a lot of thought, I decided to sell my Blue "Tempete" Balenciaga bag in "exchange" for this one. While I loved that Balenciaga, I was okay with giving it up in order to justify this one (something I've been planning to do for a bit).
For those that are wondering, I bought this bag on eBay, for significantly less than I'd pay for a Chanel in a store. I only buy from reputable sellers and I always authenticate my bags on The Purse Forum before I commit to buying. I've been lucky enough to find all my handbags this way, but this one might be my favorite.
Posted by BrooklynBlonde at 8:06 PM
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94 comments:

  1. It's so pertty!! Congrats on your newest addition to the family!

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  3. Gorgeous Chanel! Athough I do love Balenciagas (and dream about them), Chanel is Chanel <3 xx

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  4. Gorgeous and timeless! Definitely an investment piece you'll have forever.

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  5. LOVE the new Chanel! Would you mind sharing some of your favorite ebay stores? I get so weary buying from ebay- although I have scored on a few things.

    xo Julia
    galmeetsglam.com

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  6. congrats to the new chanel! you can never go wrong with a chancel esp. the quilted pattern :) btw i really like the color of your jeans :) great simple outfit

    http://harperandmonroe.blogspot.com/

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  7. Congrsts!! Chanel us classic! Looking forward seeing you carrying it in the future postings!!

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  8. Great find! I think I just died and went to Chanel heaven!

    leticiabenita.blogspot.com

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  9. This is my dream bag!

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  10. Congrats on the new baby! I'm sure you'll make a wonderful purse mommy :-)

    Confessions of a Purse-a-holic...
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  11. Love it all especially that bag <3

    xoxo
    www.lovelyxobsessions.blogspot.com

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  12. Smart idea, I've always been skeptical of buying designer bags on ebay but I shall try this out!

    xo Ashleigh

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  13. super duper amazing!! LOVE IT :)

    xx

    natalieoffduty.blogspot.com

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  14. classic!

    Bises,
    monkeyshines
    http://monkeyshines-monkeyshines.blogspot.com/

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  16. love your patterned scarf! Lovely bag, too - Chanel is classic.

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  17. It's beautiful, an excellent swap! What do you mean by authenticate on the purse forum? Do you get feedback on what in particular you need to confirm to ensure it's a real and not a fake?

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  20. What a great eBay find! I'd love to know which reputable sellers you purchase your handbags from too.

    Marisa
    http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

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  22. Amazing bag, you lucky girl! :)

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  25. I think you made a great decision - it adds such timeless appeal to your collection! Love it with the gold hardware too. Can't wait to see it incorporated into your looks!

    xo
    Jen

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  26. that's quite a cool bag, a good deal! but wasn't it difficult to give the balenciaga away?

    xxx Anita

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  27. Soooo jealous, I've been dreaming of owning one for a good couple of years now. One day my lucky day will come, and I can own one like you!

    http://girlunfound.blogspot.com.au/

    xx

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  28. What an amazing Ebay find! I've been wanting to buy a classic Chanel one for years but I'm way too scared to get it of Ebay...

    xx Olga
    La Petite Olga

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  29. Chic look, perfect look for you!

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  30. GORGEOUSSSS...J'adore Channel bag =)

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    XOXO from Munich

    La Vie Quotidienne

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  31. What a gorgeous bag!! It's such a classic.
    xoxo from Austria
    Andrea
    Wonderful and Marvelous

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  32. The bag is fabulous and just fits perectly into your wardrobe!!! Absolutely love it!! And thanks for the tips on buying the bags. I am always careful when it comes to bags on ebay. Maybe I should consider it again. Have a wonderful Wednesday! xo, Christina

    http://www.styleclouds.de

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  34. love the bag & outfit!!
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  36. Love it! And the shoes are also gorgeous!

    Kisses

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  37. it's beyond gorgeous and definitely a great purchase :)

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  39. I think this one might be everyone's favourite ;)

    XO,
    Lucija
    WLL

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  40. a classic beauty :)

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  42. Congratulations love!!! What a great exchange! On a side note, I think it's crazy that I've been reading your blog since TPF days (which is quite some time!). How time flies! And you're more amazing in person <3

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  43. I adore the bag!Want to have it too,but unfortunately I cant` (( Also love the details of your outfit!
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  44. Hi girl,

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  45. It's beautiful <3

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  46. it's so cool. i like it..
    :)

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  47. What a beautiful & ladylike piece. Everyone should have one of these chanel bags.. :)
    x

    fashion is for idiots [like us]
    fashion is for idiots [like us]

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  48. I love the chanel! But still I loved that Balenciaga too!!

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  49. Good swap! What a gorgeous bag, congrats!

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  50. Dream came true :)

    Xoxo
    Paula
    http://blush-paula.blogspot.com/

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  51. Congrats on your new addition. Gorgeous!!!! Erica

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  52. Great choice! I think it was a wise swap. This bag is gorgeous and timeless. Love it! :)

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  53. I CAN DIE FOR THIS BAG !



    MUCH LOVE FROM ITALY
    Maria Onorio
    www.thelastillusion.blogspot.com

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  54. Chanel is timeless. I adore this bag. Congrats!

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  55. OOOO Chanel. Perfect. Enjoy.
    Char xo
    www.itsacharmlife.blogspot.com

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  56. Ooh, I've been coveting the classic Chanel flap purse for years but didn't think about ebay. That's a really great suggestion. Would you mind sharing names of some of the reputable sellers on ebay? Would really appreciate your tips! Thanks so much!

    www.urbanmantra.blogspot.com

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  57. Beautiful and classic. I've been lusting over a few Chanel bags, one of these days I'll bite the bullet.

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  58. Very nice! She suits you!

    joliejouel.blogspot.com

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  60. Just love!
    http://one-girl-one-blog.blogspot.com/

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  61. I'm not really a quilted bag girl, but I do love those teal colored pants!!!
    Niki
    www.fashionatforty.blogspot.com

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  62. LOVE IT!!!!! <3

    http://hottheels.blogspot.com/

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  64. wow that's quite a bag! i'm not a huge designer purse fan, but hope you enjoy!
    in dramatic fashion

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  65. great choice! can you share the sellers you use on ebay?

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  66. I love the purse and what Im assuming to be waxed jeans. Looks great!

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  67. Hi everyone!
    So I don't have specific sellers that I always buy from, but rather with sellers who
    1. Have an eBay store and are selling items similar to what I'm buying (shoes, handbags, accessories..etc).
    2. Have great feedback and a lot of it - 250+. I'm not saying that someone with a very small amount is not reputable and every seller needs to start somewhere, but this is if you want to be extra cautious and are not from buying eBay.
    3. I always authenticate on The Purse Forum. How this process works is all explained on there, but this basically means you want to provide them with the eBay seller, the eBay item # and a link to the item. Experts of that particular brand have a bigger eye to really spot what makes a certain bag authentic or not - whether it's the rivets, the hardware, the authentication card..etc. For example, on Balenciaga - the bale & rivets play a big factor..
    4. Lastly, I bought this particular bag from the eBay seller kaorin139. She was a pleasure to work with (easy, great communication and a good reputation) so that's one I can recommend. Also, Mimiaction is a great seller as well with lots of handbags.

    I hope this slightly helps!

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  68. I have purchase alot of authentic designer bags from Ebay. If you do your homework there is no issue and I always try to stay with "vintage" bags versus brand new. The newer bags are easier to copy.

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  69. Are you sure that this one is real? Anyway this bag is gorgeous if it the REAL one and only ! Xx nadine www.ballerinasbun.blogspot.com

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  70. Yes, good point on the vintage!

    And yes I am sure! :)

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  72. this bag is wonderful ! :)



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  73. That is one amazing bag! Beautiful, really!

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  74. Niceeeee!! <3

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  75. That is one beautiful bag! I have always a Chanel bag, and this one is amazing.

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  76. Thank you for sharing Helena! I also have been coveting the Jumbo classic for some time now, but have been wary of purchasing via eBay for fear of lack of authenticity. This was extremely helpful, and now I think I am gonna go for it:-)

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  78. Congrats!!
    Love the peach jacket!

    xx
    Giovanna
    www.oliveandanarrow.com

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  82. A really classic bag every woman would love to have in her wardrobe! I know I would! as much as I like Balenciaga bags, I much prefer classic Chanels, so I think you did well selling it to buy this one! :)

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  84. The purse is indeed lovely, but I am all about the way you styled that rad jacket with the teal bottoms! Great combo!

    Noa B
    Sunsetand5th.blogspot.com

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  85. Love this bag... I am currently craving the Chanel Wrap around messenger, but seeing your jumbo makes me torn! Great pics!

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  86. OMGGGGGGGG amazing!!!!! Such a great find, and definitely worth the splurge. I mean, come on, it's Chanel. Doesn't get any better than that! Oh and I love the jacket and scarf too. :)

    Hope to see you soon, love - we should grab lunch or drinks or something! <3

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  87. I think I need to make better use of eBay.

    Great bag!!

    Cat
    ninjasandnailpolish.blogspot.com

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  88. I saw a tempete gsh city on eBay this month but it was pulled down and deemed a fake :( seller was from Brooklyn too!! I wish I could have bought your tempete :( where didmu sell her? I've been scouring

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  89. @Anonymous - I sold it to one of my readers actually. Mine never made it to eBay after I tweeted about me selling it. Sorry about that!

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    1. What is your eBay username? I would love to have you on my "saved sellers" list in case you ever sell another bag!!

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  90. *womp womp* Flats are sold out. Wait-listed it is! Adorable look though.

    xo

    http://bookofleisure.blogspot.com

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  91. nice look, You are bringing elements of the fashion and art world to life for me in ways that are unimaginable! I would like to visit newer posts and also to reveal my thoughts with you.

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  92. Thank you for your Ebay tips, I managed to score a mini CHANEL bag for 1/3 of the RRP! I even took it to a CHANEL boutique and got it authenticated, they were not pleased with my method of purchase, naturally lol! Thanks again Helena :) x x

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  93. I am afraid it's fake... stitching on the flap is a dead giveaway! and out of shape. do not con us, please

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Helena

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