For those of you who plan to go to Europe and get that classic Chanel flap bag of your dreams, you might wanna know how much moolah you need to set aside to buy one. Just like me, before I went on vacation, I looked for the latest prices of Chanel bags all over the internet; but due to several price increases that happened in the past year, I ended up not knowing the latest prices of the classic bags. Hehehe! I was confused which prices are updated and which are not. Oh, how we wish Chanel would finally include the prices of their bags in their website! Well anyway, I just thought that whatever the price may be, buying in Europe would still be cheaper than buying in Manila or in the U.S. Plus, remember that foreigners get tax refund! True enough, Chanel bags are cheaper in Europe but it’s not a big difference when it comes to flap bags just like what I have expected. Anyway, to share with you the latest prices, below are some of the classic Chanel flap bags in Euros. I have personally asked these prices in their boutique in Vienna, Austria last April 4, 2009. Prices may have changed without prior notice. The SA told me that prices in Chanel boutiques are the same across Europe. If there are variations, differences may not be too biggie. Prices indicated here are just to give you an idea how much your dream bag would now cost you. Oh, and these prices are tax inclusive. In Vienna, tax is around 13% so if you are a tourist, you can refund the tax in the airport before you leave.
In CAVIAR:
Small Classic Flap Bag: € 1,630
Medium/ Large Classic Flap Bag: € 1,710
Jumbo Classic Flap Bag: € 1,870
In LAMBSKIN:
Small Classic Flap Bag: € 1,790
Medium/ Large Classic Flap Bag: € 1,870
Jumbo Classic Flap Bag: € 2,030
I’m not so sure but I remember the jumbo is $2,650 plus tax. So probably around $300 difference din. Sayang din yun. It’s pretty big pa rin in comparison with the price. Europe is really the best place to buy a Chanel! Lucky you! 🙂 Congrats again on your flap! 🙂
Thanks thanks! :-)Well, yah $300 is quite big already. Actually, it all depends on the exchange rate at the time you buy it. As for my bag, not that big difference because when we had our pesos exchanged to euros the day before we left, the rate was really bad! Well, at least I was able to get my flap a little bit cheaper, plus the tax refund. Hehehe! 🙂
HY- Is this price real? I am going in Berlin next month and thinking buying that bag. Where can I see that size and picture??? thanks
Hi! Yup, I was there last April. I’ve written a post about my medium flap bag in Caviar. Here is the link: http://lushangel.com/2009/04/28/my-new-baby-chanel-255-medium-classic-flap-bag-in-black-caviar/
If you are also thinking of buying other styles, I was able to get some of their prices too. You can check it out in this link: http://lushangel.com/2009/04/27/chanel-classic-bags-and-prices-in-europe/
Thank you for advice. i dont write good english,but i understand you. i am going to berlin on the winter. i am so happy, i will buy that chanel flap bag like you, and 3 louis vuiton bag. thanks again
Wow!!! 🙂 Advance congratulations! Hehehe! 🙂 Don’t forget to get tax refund!!! 🙂
hi! one more question. what is better caviar skin or lambskin . ?
Well, I personally like caviar because the texture of lambskin can be scratched easily. Caviar is low maintenance, which is why I like it better than lambskin. 🙂 But to be honest, lambskin looks classier which explains the higher price. Ummm… sorry if I’m confusing you, but it really depends on how you take care of your bags and how long you tend to keep them. As for me, I tend to keep them forever. Hehehe! Though I take good care of my bags, sometimes you can’t control things to happen making Caviar the safer choice for me. 🙂
hay!!! i agree with you ! i must ask you one stupid question. That bag, caviar flap …. can that go on the casual look, jeans t-shirt??? sorry for bad writing.
Hehehe! 🙂 Well, if you ask me, no problem using the flap bag on a casual look. Just don’t pair it with rubber shoes, sneakers, or plain slippers (like Havaianas). That’s too casual which ruins the elegant look of your Chanel bag. Hehehe! 🙂 What’s nice about the medium flap bag is you can use it both day and night. 🙂
what is better? your opinion.. black silver or black gold caviar flap bag? i will see details in store chanel. but you alredy that see , and i see you know everything .!
Well, it all depends on the accessories you usually wear. If you have more white gold or silver accessories, then go for the silver hardware. On the other hand, if you have more yellow gold jewelries, then go for the gold hardware. But in my case, I chose the gold hardware because I already have a Chanel PST in silver hardware. Plus, I don’t know if it’s just me, but I find the gold hardware in flap bags classier. 🙂 I find it more formal. 🙂
Is Chanel classic flap bag black caviar goes with black UGG?
Hi Marina! Sorry for the late reply as I was on vacation. I just got back. Well, your UGG is black so I don’t see any problem matching it with your black Chanel classic flap bag. 🙂
hey. I was in Berlin last week, and of course I was in Chanel. I saw the whole range chanel handbags, but I can still make the best selection of lambskin jumbo.skin of the caviar is much worse and the aesthetic and to the touch. is a big difference. and the price is really huge
hi marina! so did you end up getting one? ooooh… so lucky of you to see some classic chanel bags there in germany. here in london, all chanel boutiques run out of classic bags right away! 🙁 argh!
Unfortunately, I didnt bought. I go once a year in Germany, so I’ll definitely buy the next time. That’s why I catch some the Louis Vuitton bags and wallet. I arranged for the next time I’ll call and order a Chanel store, for each case. In my country there is not one Chanel, and no luxury stores. You are lucky to have all that stores in your town.
I just returned from Paris and London. Purchased the classic flap in black at the Chanel boutique in London for 2005 GBP. Evidently the price has increased since the last postings.
Hi Naomi! Yes I believe they increased prices twice last year. I wrote another post about it, as seen in this link- http://lushangel.com/2010/09/05/chanel-2010-price-increase-and-current-prices/
Prices there are as of Sept 2010. I haven’t checked though if prices are still the same.