I wanted to share with you a bag I just got that’s been on my list for a while, a Chanel reissue.
I love the reissue because it’s a nice alterative to the classic Chanel CCs, and the leather is hardier than the super soft lambskin that Chanel also uses. However my husband disagreed somewhat – he clearly isn’t on board with the distressed, vintage look:
Me: “Look at my new bag! YAY.”
Mr. Feather: “But if it’s new, why does it look so old.”
Hmph.
I really wanted a gray bag with cool toned hardware because I wear a ton of grays and blacks – I included the photo of the reissue against my Etoupe Birkin so you could see how “cool” this color was versus the warmer taupe. I love wearing all grays/blacks with just a splash of bright color, I’d love to get something bright orange later to go with this bag too. Any suggestions?
74 Comments
R.L.
December 16, 2011 at 1:03 pmSometimes men just don't understand 😉 She's a beauty! Still classic without being the ubiquitous classic flap. Love.
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
December 16, 2011 at 1:22 pmThe grey reissue bag has been on my wish list for a couple of years now. So needless to say, I love it! I think it's one of those really versatile bag that goes with everything.
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
December 16, 2011 at 1:22 pmThe grey reissue bag has been on my wish list for a couple of years now. So needless to say, I love it! I think it's one of those really versatile bag that goes with everything.
chillairandperfume
December 16, 2011 at 2:03 pmWell your hubby is crazy – I adore the reissue!
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Sabrina
December 16, 2011 at 2:59 pmGorgeous!!!! I adore the reissue and it's been on my wishlist too but in a smaller size.
Your hubby sounds like my hubby. He thought my Balenciaga first looked like a truck ran over it, lol. Maybe men aren't fans of the distressed look.
I love it on you!
couturecoco
December 16, 2011 at 3:10 pmLol Mr Feather. She's beautiful! Great purchase! I was SO torn about which colour reissue to get but decided against the grey in the end then found the super rare 228 in black by chance so now a navy 227 is on my wishlist.
Hilliary@ Happily Ever Healthy
December 16, 2011 at 3:12 pmThat purse is beautiful! Love your outfit!
Michelle
December 16, 2011 at 3:20 pmugh, boys just don't understand. i love the bag – so classic and cool. great choice!
skippysays
December 16, 2011 at 3:34 pmYay, congrats! I love finally getting stuff off my wishlist 🙂 And I love it paired with that sweater- what a fun color!
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Tanja Hammerl Fashion
December 16, 2011 at 3:45 pmBeautiful outfit and really great bag!
JJ
December 16, 2011 at 3:46 pmWhat a beautiful bag – the grey is definitely a nice spin on the classic Chanel flaps.
Matthew
December 16, 2011 at 4:05 pmDope Bag!
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Very nice pictures , I really like how you showed the little details of your new purchase.
Your Chanel bag is definitely timeless.
Matthew
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Lindsay
December 16, 2011 at 4:09 pmI always feel like white does the trick. I could see orange too. I've always like that one too. It's more modern with the distressed look.
Audrey Allure
December 16, 2011 at 4:34 pmThat is such a stunning bag!
alison*elle
December 16, 2011 at 4:34 pmI love it, Katherine! The colour is great.
xo, alison*elle
Dovey
December 16, 2011 at 4:39 pmBeautiful! The comment about Mr Feather + distressed bag was quite funny :). I also love your bright yellow slouchy sweater— it's so optimistic, and pairs perfectly with the bag and your denim.
Holly
December 16, 2011 at 4:43 pmomigosh you have THE purses and in the exact colors that I WANT! =P you have amazing taste in bags! =) I LOVE IT!
Call me M
December 16, 2011 at 4:46 pmIn risk of sounding stupd, OMG!!! I love this bag! It's super gorgeous. I really like grey, and I think it's a great choice. I prefer the classic one with the CCs but this one looks fantastic in your pics. I would love to have one, some day! You're lucky!
Adele
December 16, 2011 at 4:54 pmMen just never get it when it comes to bags!! I adore it & being grey it will complement so many outfits. You are so lucky xoxo
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Elizabeth
December 16, 2011 at 4:55 pmSilly boy. This is such a beautiful handbag. Just divine.
lucydphoto
December 16, 2011 at 5:13 pmSo gorgeous. I also love to wear lots of blacks & grays and add a pop of color. I used to have the matte black and the dark silver 226 Reissues but sold them because I didn't think I could rock them like you do. Now you make me want to get a black one again.
Leona
December 16, 2011 at 5:31 pmWOW! Love the grey, PHW, Ombre mix with the pop of yellow!
xo
Leona
groupthink7
December 16, 2011 at 5:35 pmMrs. Feather, I would go with a bright orange pump. Maybe patent leather or a pair of orange skinny jeans.
Beautygirl24
December 16, 2011 at 6:12 pmIt's beautiful Katherine! Such a gorgeous color. I love gray as well. And I'm always a sucker for silver hardware on Chanels. Gold is classic of course, but I think silver just looks so sharp.
Ella Pretty Blog
December 16, 2011 at 6:21 pmCongrats on your new bag. It's gorgeous – you definitely made the right choice, it looks amazing with your cool toned Hermes CDC.
newpetite
December 16, 2011 at 6:32 pmThat is such a gorgeous bag! I am a fan of Hermes though 😉 Love that sweater on you!
LC
December 16, 2011 at 6:33 pmeverything about this look (and your bag) is perfection! idieeeee.
Marissa
December 16, 2011 at 6:40 pmThat bag is gorgeous! I love how mixing blacks and grays with a pop of color during the winter months. I think it helps keep the winter blues at bay! xoxo Marissa
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Jen Umm
December 16, 2011 at 6:43 pmlucky you!!
this is incred, love the photos
Great post, thanks for sharing!
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Chic in Vancity
December 16, 2011 at 6:56 pmOMG! awesome bag! I have a the Chanel classic flap bag on my wish list… fingers crossed Santa brings it :p
Congrats on the lovely new purchase!
Happy Holidays!!!
Bella xox
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dietingfashions
December 16, 2011 at 6:59 pmThat is one pretty purse! The distressed look is pretty popular nowadays. I do like the look of it. It makes me feel like this purse will get a lot of uses.
Rola
December 16, 2011 at 7:13 pmWhat a beauty! This has been on my wishlist too:)
alyson -- the average girl's guide
December 16, 2011 at 7:18 pmabsolutely love that bag… i'm a huge grey fan as well! love how chanel totally elevates any outfit.
amy b.s.
December 16, 2011 at 9:38 pmit's lovely.
Kiwi's Fashion Blog
December 16, 2011 at 9:58 pmSuper jealous!! The reissue is pure gorgeousness! You picked a great colour, very versatile! Love it!
Anonymous
December 16, 2011 at 10:11 pmAH, that Reissue is absolutely gorgeous! And it looks fantastic on you 🙂 Congratulations to you!
Hugs,
Cari284 (tpf)
SIENA.STYLE
December 16, 2011 at 10:14 pmlove it!!!you look gorgeous!
kisses from prague and have a wonderful christmas!
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RosaLovesDC
December 16, 2011 at 10:56 pmThe grey in this purse is so versatile! Love it!
Anonymous
December 16, 2011 at 11:17 pmHello! Can you post a link to the jeans that you are wearing?
Katherine
December 16, 2011 at 11:26 pm@Anonymous hi! Unfortunately they don't make this color anymore (which is why I had to stock up) but they are the BDG Cigarette style from Urban Outfitters:
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=13585575&color=01&itemdescription=true&navAction=jump&search=true&isProduct=true&parentid=W_APP_JEANS
Sarah
December 16, 2011 at 11:38 pmBeautiful bag! I am coveting hardcore over here. 😉
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Cindy
December 17, 2011 at 1:45 amSuch a gorgeous bag! Boys will be boys (and never understand the whole distressed look haha)
Karen (littlepiecefnb)
December 17, 2011 at 4:16 amWhat a lovely Chanel bag…I can't wait until I get mine someday. =P
tiffyama
December 17, 2011 at 4:37 amThe color is so unique!!! I'm so used to seeing the black original Chanels but I do like this one as well. Heh, I'm sure Mr. Feather will come to his senses and realize that this bag is great addition to your closet. keke.
Anna
December 17, 2011 at 6:57 am"If it's new, why does it look so old?" <—that's just too cute!
I like that distressed look too.
Something bright orange, hmm, I think H does the best orange.
Emily
December 17, 2011 at 7:48 amI just got a reissue as well too and am in love with the distressed look as well! I love the grey color you got–looks fabulous! I was drawn to the chain strap on the reissue too because it was just a little bit different from the classic flap styles.
Lisa
December 17, 2011 at 9:11 amkat!!!! congrats congrats congrats she is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!! i think the reissues in grey are SOOO GORGEOUS!! sigh she's such a beauty!
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Mehreen
December 17, 2011 at 6:50 pmlove it!!! this is def on my list too:)
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meghan
December 17, 2011 at 7:04 pmWow! I love it! I think the distressed look is fantastic…and my fiance convinces me over and over again that men know nothing about fashion. It would also look great with orange!
Ale e Elis
December 17, 2011 at 7:42 pmYou look so beautiful!!!
Loved you bag, the color is perfect.
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cinzee
December 17, 2011 at 7:49 pmLove your bag and you look gorge:)The color of the Chanel bag is really pretty, not the typical classical black, which is also oh so lovely, of course,lol
HAHAHA…i couldn't help but crack up when i read the convo you had with your Mr…lol so sweet in a way,hehe
Cinz
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Susan
December 17, 2011 at 9:58 pmSomething bright orange to go with your new bag? How about an a Hermes bright orange Bearn wallet? 🙂 Or an LV orange wallet.
Congrats on the new bag!
The Little Dust Princess
December 17, 2011 at 11:05 pmCongratss!!! : )
Urban Jungle Fashion
December 18, 2011 at 2:16 amThe BDG jeans and that Chanel bag do you wonders! I LOVE the look!
Vicky
December 18, 2011 at 2:49 amSweater twins! 🙂 I wore the same sweater two days ago to work, with gray tights.
Congratulations on this beautiful new addition to your collection. I almost got the same one (one size down, preowned) a few months ago but didn't work out. Love the reissue!
stylish with a budget
December 18, 2011 at 5:52 amthis color is so beautiful….almost black but kind of gray. can't wait for some modeling pix.
lesouefsbrouilles
December 18, 2011 at 6:24 amit's gorgeous!
Michelle
December 18, 2011 at 4:30 pmThis is such a great outfit! I love your purse choice…especially since you said you like to wear a lot of gray and black!
Debbie
December 18, 2011 at 5:42 pmBeautiful! Is that the anniversary 2005 grey reissue? I have one in size 226 and it's my favourite!
Chelsea
December 19, 2011 at 2:38 amLove the grey and neon! Fabulous!
Chelsea (www.hautechildinthecity.com)
Chic 'n Cheap Living
December 19, 2011 at 6:54 amI've wanted this (the anniversary edition) forever! I'll just keep dreaming for now!
signature mix
December 19, 2011 at 3:55 pmMen can never fully understand the allure of vintage Chanel.
Tiffany
December 19, 2011 at 9:05 pmit's beautiful!! My Chloe Marcie is close to that color and i adore it, it just goes well with everything. The reissue is so pretty, love how you paired it with that pretty yellow sweater too.
jas
December 20, 2011 at 2:52 amgreat bag!
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SassyUptownChic
December 20, 2011 at 4:30 amThat's a fabulous bag! Men! LOL
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audrinajulia
December 20, 2011 at 7:31 amCongrats on your new purchase bag.. And it's Chanel! Yey! Love the size and the color is just gorgeous.Hope you could able to compare the size from the red one.:) Orange is among the one hot swatches this time.hope you could get one from Hermes or a Celine luggage tote or phantom perhaps?! (omg Hope I could get one of that kind someday! I know you will be the first one!lol
Abbey Brandon
December 22, 2011 at 3:57 amIt is simply beautiful.
xo, Abbey (District Dress Up)
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Anonymous
December 24, 2011 at 12:09 amMy suggestion for an orange bag is the Celine luggage
BB
March 12, 2013 at 7:33 pmThis bag is lovely! Can I ask you what the color is(does it have a code?)? I’m actually debating between this and the black reissue in GHW. I really like the grey and I’ve heard there are many kinds of grey. How did you decide on that particular one? Any thoughts on other shades? (e.g. anniversary grey, dark grey etc). I don’t have a chanel near where I live so it is very hard to have a look at it in person before I buy one. I’m very petite so I will probably go with 225 or 226 sizewise. Thank you in advance.
Katherine
March 13, 2013 at 10:27 amHi this is the anniversary gray 🙂 I love the 226 size, I think that it’d look great on you with your described height. I just fell in love with the color and had to go with it!
BB
March 14, 2013 at 11:36 amThank you for the response. Can I ask you one more question? Will I be able to find the anniversary grey at the store or can I only find it second hand? I am new to Chanel and I’m wondering if it was only produced at a certain year in the past or if they always have it in the store. Sorry if it is a dumb question.. =P I’m really excited to finally have my first Chanel bag!
Katherine
March 14, 2013 at 11:41 amOnly second hand – it was from 2005 🙂 But there are lots of beautiful grays that are produced usually each season and second hand is also a good place to look. Enjoy your bag!
BB
March 14, 2013 at 1:14 pmThank you, Katherine! By the way, I love your blog. I’m your new subie! =)