I have reached a level of fandom for Miss Cassie that when I see Luxury stuff I'm like "Cassie will have her 2cents on this! Can't wait!" And she. does. not. disappoint.

@CassieThorpe

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Aahhh you’re so lovely!! 😭💖

Mama Cass summed it up perfectly "come on those Chanel jackets, I can wear ANY" (gosh a glimpse into her wardrobe would be a DREAM) . 90's Chanel just as relevant today as it was then, and again those magnificent pieces that you can pass down to children, grandchildren etc.

The fact that you're mommy is planning/thinking of her granddaughter is everything😭♥️♥️

I love how you research for every video! I will confess wanting their pieces especially because of reputation. But extremely expensive now. The Jumbo here in Switzerland is 10,200 swiss francs (11k usd). And I got my Hermes Constance 24 from my local H boutique for 8,800 swiss francs and the quality is flawless! Oh my oh my

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

The pricing of the classic flaps especially is INSANE

Chanel really is irreplaceable. No other high end brand captures their aesthetic. They have so much inventory. Its actually overwhelming lol. The idea of "secret bags" that dont make it on the site is also dangerously addicting lol

This is probably one of my favorite videos from you. Tired of seeing all those “I’m not shopping at Chanel or I’m cancelling Chanel” videos. The 90s Chanel aesthetic will never die. I’m going vintage to save some coins lol 😂😂😂😂😂

I feel like you hit the nail on the head, they really create their own universe in terms of fashion. They create this from the Chanel number 5 you’d see as a child majestically sitting in your local department store, to its role in pop culture generally. Personally, my first time taking heed was in early episodes of Friends with Jennifer Garner & her Chanel classic flap & talking about the perfume. They really are the coca-cola of fashion. I feel like to the fact it’s icy customer service kinda adds to the allure, it’s the Regina George effect

The last Chanel I purchased was a classic flap 2 years ago, and it was a beautiful vintage. I haven’t had anything Chanel in my wish-list since then. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Instead of an ex, I’d compare Chanel to having a kid… one and done 😂

@katemiller7874

Жыл бұрын

Some of us have more than one child so doesn’t apply

@nyhussle2279

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Agreed

The magic of those CC's is simply hypnotic AND the fact that Chanel, more so than ANY brand, is so intertwined with escapist, luxury fantasies of Paris. And those "classic looks" that everyone recognizes, the tweed jacket and the classic flap. Loved seeing your Mom again! And, someday, it would be fantastic to see some of her vintage Chanel RTW pieces!

@trl859

Жыл бұрын

Oh Gosh, I would love seeing her Mom's pieces as well!

@tigrezz0852

Жыл бұрын

Great idea! I missed Mummy Thorpe as well ❤

How has this Chanel ONLY got 100k subscribers. Honestly I find it bizarre. You honestly deserve millions 🙌🏼🙌🏾🙏🏻❤️❤️

@FpeEddie2

Жыл бұрын

Chanel or channel?

I refuse to purchase Chanel right now. They are trying to be Hermes and their prices are ridiculous...but they will NEVER be Hermes. With Hermes the quality speaks for itself and Chanel has serious quality issues. Just be old Chanel and I will reconsider.

@worthigirl2946

Жыл бұрын

Good! Hermes are snobs!

@h.herzog5299

Жыл бұрын

Exactly, they can’t be Hermes. Never will be

@katemiller7874

Жыл бұрын

Hermes is manly. Chanel is feminine that the difference. It’s the aesthetic. Will never purchase Kelly or Birkin

@patr70

Жыл бұрын

Would you? Really? You would spend $8000 on a sweater becuase it says "CHANEL" on it?

@davidw8699

Жыл бұрын

@@patr70 exit on the left haha only kidding

I’m still trying to be a Chanel girly. I think part of the allure is seeing vintage chanel and still finding the pieces beautiful and relevant. You can’t say that about many other brands who don’t have as strong of an identity as Chanel. That being said Chanel deserves all the criticism for their price increases. Loved this video ❤

Great video! Thanks!

Great video Cassie🤗

you done phenomenon job on this type and right on point. ❤❤👏🏻

Thank you for the video.

This is so informative- thanks for doing all the work for it ❤

Great analysis!

Great topic and video Cassie, I hope there will more this kind with other brands also, thank you 🌺

Great content

She's a fashion insider and a business analyst! 💫💫💫 I do love this style of video. Thanks Cassie! 💖

You do such a good job on your videos!!

LOVE the mini flap!!

Loved the analysis on this! Once of your best videos!

I appreciated this video so much. That bag you have your eyes on is so pretty

I LOVE & RESPECT the quality research and facts you came with in this video 👏🏼🙌🏾🕵🏻‍♀️

Great video. Thanks. Congrats on your engagement. Get the purse!I Its gorgeous. What collection is the green purse from?

Amazing video Cassie, great topic and love that mini Chanel classic flap on your wishlist… definitely you!! X

You nailed it! I loved the show they did in Senegal! The collection looked so yummy

Cassie I loved this analysis. your commentary and research is fabulous

So nice to come home on a Friday after a long day at work and have a new Cassie video to watch!!!! 🤩🤩🤩

Loved hearing your Mum’s thoughts and I agree.

This was informative, educational and entertaining all at the same time. Great video Ca$$ie 👌

Cassie’s never wrong 👏🏼👏🏼💚💚💚💚

Love how well researched and intelligent your videos are! You're a mesmerizing teacher 😄 Best You Tube has to offer

Well researched and great points! I enjoyed your perspective. 💙

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I had lots of fun making this video 💖

Great video! Also very informative, I learned a lot about Chanel's recent history with you, thanks for that!! I do not own any Chanel at the moment and I was thinking of adding a boy bag to my wishlist - what do you think? Is it "over"? I'm also afraid of getting a faulty bag, specially for that huge price point 🆘 haha Oh, I loved to see your mom and her opinion on the video! So nice!!! I hope you all have a great weekend ✨

I’ve always wanted that green Mini too but the non-patent version! I hope you do add it to your collection!!! 💚💚💚

Cass your videos are so well researched & interesting! I will watch you till im 70 yrs old! Pls never stop making fashion content 😭❤️

Awww we love seeing your mom in your videos ❤❤. I love how she hinted grand daughter.❤❤

Great video ❤

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!!💖

awwww it was nice seeing mum!!! great video

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

💖💖

Amazing video once again, you made some great points here. I have only one Chanel bag, it's a single flap in pinkish red that I bought in 2019 as second hand. I'm quite sure that it is my first and my last Chanel bag. Prices are insane now!

Gosh you are so intellectual and fashionable. Really enjoyed this analysis xx

Chanel just stands the test of time, we can’t deny that! I can’t wait to be able to dip into their RTW. Btw loved seeing your mum pop in 😍

I started on my luxury journey like two years ago. While I love the look of a classic flap, I haven’t bought one. I hate the idea of having to worry about quality. I buy most of my lux items from Saint Laurent and Hermes because I’ve had great experiences with both.

Just posted a review of my new yellow/gold mini Chanel flap and I love it more than I should. I also still LOVE the birdcage they did a few years back... They still have 2 in my local store and I try it on near every time I go in just for fun. It's so over the top. But this year is going to be the year I try for a Birkin, that's really the only bag on my list this year.

Congratulations Cassie and Nii 🎉 Wishing you all the very best ❤

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🤩

We got a visit from mother! I LOVE it!

I hope you find that unicorn green mini Cassie !!it is so you!

LOL, I feel your pain. Great video. I'm with your Mom. ❤️

I love Chanel and always will!

Our favorite fashion journalist is at it again! Great analysis, Cassie! I think what you and your mom discussed is spot-on; there is a timelessness to a lot of what Chanel does. The brand has had the same core elements for decades. I feel like they are in the strongest position in that regard of any fashion house.

Exquisite research! 💯🙌🏿 All very salient points you make, I completely concur. Chanel is one of the few houses I needed effort to charm the SAs. Normally just walking into a store and being me is enough to get the kindest and sweetest reactions. In fact I practically live in Fendi 😂. But I am happy to say I have finally cracked that nut at Chanel’s. I mean even the doormen wave to me from the shop😂. I mean yesterday I went without an appointment and there was a very long line per usual and the doorman came out when he saw me and said he is certain I have an appointment, I should come in. I shamefacedly said no, I didn’t have one. He insisted and said my SA had told him to let me in. I went in with a very big blush I can tell you. At least 3 girls came up and wanted to serve me bc my SA was occupied. So that is a nice feeling. What can I say? Chanel is Chanel and the items just give every single outfit that little sparkle. I am here for that.I got the coco rush ring in red gold with pavé diamonds yesterday and still can’t stop looking at my fingers. Sooooo pretty. So yes, I am with Mami Thorpe on this one, it is for generations.I love Chanel And i can’t believe I am saying this but yes, that mini classic flap is worth the get!!!🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

Happy Friday Cassie. My this video is sooooo informative. I get so excited to see your vlogs because u bring the GOODS. I told u before u are a rare GEM & I love that about u. Have a blessed weekend my dear. 💞💞💞.

@marilynfarley9213

Жыл бұрын

I agree with your Mum. I loveeeeeeee Chanel. Quality is top notch. Don't like the price. When they start cheapening the bag then I will have issues.

I caved and bought a le boy bag for retial but i was very picky with it. Like some of them were bad but then i found one that i loved.

Love this video! I only have one classic Chanel black top handle. Love that bag. I have many of Chanel shoes and sandals. It’s a little crazy with prices. I am a luxury girl, loving Ferragaumo new collection. ❤

Great detail on this video, as always 👌❤️💐 Could you please do a video, on makeup look? Perhaps, once a month or once every two months. I know your channel is not about makeup or else; but I would appreciate once in a very while, if possible, to see a video on your makeup look, because I love it 🙂 Oh! I must’ve forgotten; glad to see your mum🤗❤️💐

Hi Cassie! First, CONGRATULATIONS on your engagement! I'm just catching up on your videos and couldn't believe I'd missed it! Anyway, onto the topic at hand...to me, Chanel is equivalent to love at first sight, high school sweetheart, married young and never regretted. But I think that's because I came of age in the era of Marc Jacobs at Louis Vuitton, Tom Ford at Gucci, and back then luxury was way more affordable than it is now. I think you and your mom hit the nail on the head in terms of Chanel's lasting reputation. I never have to worry that it'll do some terrible Balenciaga stuff, for example. And I actually really love Virginie's new direction. That last runway show was stunning! Those animal sculptures, those coats! I died for all of it. For me, Chanel is the brand I fall in love with over and over again.

I loved this video! I think it was super informative and well researched. Cassie is my favorite source for news 💕

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

So so happy you liked it Kira! I’m really proud of how it came together 🥹💖

I’d love a video where you go over luxury brands that are on the lower end like items selling between $200-500 and what are some of your fav things that you’d consider buying or would recommend to us! :)….ps love your videos!

ooh more mama thorpe please! I would love to hear her opinions on how luxury and her relationship to it have evolved over the years

I agree, it is intimidating. I had an SA in 2020 and 2021, but I haven’t bought anything in a year and a half, so I’m like I have to start from scratch again if I want to buy Chanel 😅😬

Throughly enjoyed this video 🫶🏾. Though, I do wish you could make a similar video on the other elite luxury fashion houses for e.g. Hermes, Gucci or Dior 🤔.

Love the analogy. ❤️😄

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

😂💖💖

It’s the history lesson for me!!! 🙌🏾

Cassie! Congratulations on your engagement!!! Also wondering, will you be tempted by the mini chanel 22? Love you always!!!! So happy for you!!!

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I’m not tempted by it but I do think it’s better than the larger ones haha 🙈💖

Love hearing your mother’s opinion. I share a similar opinion as her when it comes to their jackets. I have some good jackets/blazers that are great and I’ll pass on to my daughter. Although, I won’t buy Chanel at their prices and as we know.. today’s prices are not yesterday’s prices; so I don’t foresee buying anything else from them. However, I do love their vintage bags and would buy a vintage Diana if I come across one that makes my heart sing. Other than that, I’m saving my coins. Great video Cassie. Xx

Oh I’m loving the green bag too! I think it’s upcoming for 22S! Find it and do it! Lol great video and I absolutely love Chanel . Timeless and classic indeed. Love your mom too! 🤗

@christiner9477

Жыл бұрын

Oops I mean 23S lol

Loved the video Ca$$ie! I think what is also interesting is that Coco Chanel herself was often about simplicity and ease of wear (pioneering women's fashion from elaborate dresses to trousers, black and white palate, etc...). Virginie seems to be more cut from that original cloth (pun!) than Karl. PS-Congrats on engagement!!!

Love when Mom is on your vid’s ❤

Cass, the Durrty Thirty BD haul is EVERYTHING! Too many great pieces to choose a fav. I, too, treated myself to a Tiffany piece of jewelry for my BD, 2-10. 🎉🎉

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

Omggg YESS!! You deserve it, happy birthday!! 🥳💖

Look at you here talking about a motherboard and main frame 😉 I was like "a what and a what!?" Girl got brains 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💐

❤❤❤I enjoy watching anything Chanel but I’m not necessarily going to run and buy new pieces. I love vintage for their quality and style. Excellent video, Cassie! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😁

I've always been a fashion rebel wearing men's boxers over ripped tights nothing matching just plain weird or men's athletic/skater vibes especially not having the money or music tapes then cds were more important to me but I love project runway and all the great stuff you show us makes me wish I had the funds and body to pull it off. I'm also only 4'11 which takes me out of the running for most of it. I keep watching you though you're so charming and fun to watch!

Hey Cas, would love a whole Versace video. Super curious.

Hi Cassie , hey beautiful 💜 I m a Chanel girl … But a Chanel kind of fun girl .. I had so many classics in the past sold all of them kept only one a turquoise one .. And some seasonal funky bags I have in funky colors .. Gets ton of compliments .. Love also the brand for her resale value ..

I miss Karl, he was a visionary. Virginie is just a bit eh… although I totally relate to the toxic ex vibes, I just bought another bag last week 🤦‍♀️

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad it’s not just me who remains tempted 😂

I love moms viewpoint! You should include her more ❤mama knows best!!!

I agree with everything you’ve said! Chanel will always be Chanel.. & everyone I’ve seen on KZread that said they won’t buy from Chanel as always relapses lol. The issue I have is if you don’t have a good SA nothing is ever available - they are really trying to limit stock which is unfortunate for people who still want to buy. BTW love your videos 🙌🏾 - & it was lovely seeing you mom too - I miss your parents in your videos 😆

I tend to agree with your lovely mama. Chanel Classic is simply that: classic, and all that entails. But sticking with that premise, I now purchase my leather goods, primarily handbags and card holders/wallets, from vintage sellers. Not just pre-loved, but vintage. I want the 24k gold plated hardware and I prefer the older style of quilting (there is a difference), and the quality and patina of older leather. I’m classic myself, definitely pre-loved, have a few replacement parts, and I’m content with that. But I do love the odd piece of current RTW! Excellent analysis, Cassie, as usual! PS: If you ever have the time, go find my comment on your engagement announcement video. Sending lots of love. ❤

Very interesting topic. I agree with most of the things you mentioned but I agree more with your mum. With the crazy price increase trend in most of the popular brands like LV, Gucci, Dior we choose Chanel (especially if it is within the same price range) because of its status and also because Chanel remains a Chanel, we know it is a classic piece that we will enjoy wearing and can also sell without losing much of our hard earned money. Now more than anytime because of the inflation and constant price increase want to make sure that we are not losing our hard earned money. I have few Chanel bags that I am happy with and I may consider buying a new one in the future if the price is reasonable even if the design is different and new as long as I know that I can wear it everyday and I think that Chanel are coming now with other options for those of us who don’t want to pay the price of the Classic Flap and may be there will be more options in the future. That for us who can’t buy a Chanel every month or year but I wonder how the regular customers of Chanel will make out their decisions when the price gap between Chanel and Hermes will be smaller and smaller. This price increase competition/War between the big brands will definitely have an impact on the luxury market and it may lead to something not favorable to all. There will be a time where they will have to stop and change their strategy, nobody knows when is the next recession or pandemic. By the way, I am interested to know how Chanel is doing in Sales in Comparison to Dior. I feel that more and more people now prefer Dior over Chanel for the price point and young style. Will be interesting to know who is getting the biggest slice of the cake but I guess such information will not be available or accurate due to the constant price increases and their percentages. Thank you Cassie for the time and effort you put in your videos, I really enjoy them and learned a lot from you about the fashion world. Your analysis and comments are spot on. I always imagine you as an editor in a big fashion magazine or leading a team in the fashion industry and I really mean it.

I do miss the shows - I think for me while i was saving up for my first i would watch the shows and imagine what piece i would buy if i could or what appealed to me. Now i dont really watch the shows and just see what has dropped - or i am out shopping and i pop in and something pulls will tell me if i am to take it home. I will also say - the stores could be friendlier/more helpful. I was in one store and no one was helping me so i was looking at a bag on a shelf somewhat next to/behind a counter and got scolded like a child for being behind the counter. I left immediately and bought the same bag in the Neiman's baby Chanel (and they were SUPER nice)

Get it!!! That’s my favorite color too!!!❤ Chanel

One of the most brutally honest videos I’ve watched on the topic, with all the energy and excitement I still get from Chanel, even though they can make me question my love affair sometimes. ❤

My hubby purchased me a seasonal love lock bag years ago and I love it. After that I purchased a WOC around 1100 and a mini rectangular less than 2k. I'm done. Today's prices are crazy!

OMG there used to be another you tuber that did this sort of really well-Informed, interesting fashion news & commentary called Amaya Luxe, she disappeared 1 day and I was sad. Since I discovered Cassie things are looking up!! You’re Killing it 😊

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

That’s so crazy!! I’m glad you’re here though 💖💖

Cassie, never say never about a fashion house, you know they’re going to tempt you with something right out of left field. Yr Mum was right that bag you like is defo 11/@10. Congratulations on yr engagement 💍💎💍 too. Best wishes from Adelaide; South Australia🇦🇺💐

Ms Cassie I’ve said it before and remain steadfast you are one of the best in-depth researchers, great job. How nice to see the Queen (aka) known as your mother back. Super video. Just realized when you get married do I have to drop the “Ms” and call you “Mrs” Cassie 😉………🤗🇨🇦

You hit the nail on the head!!!! Same here, despite my past criticism and complaints, I too, have gone back and tucked my tail between my legs 😂😅 🙋🏻‍♀️ Once you’ve tasted the Apple, they’ll get you one way or another. Love this video.

Such a great video Cassie. I follow Chanel closely and I’ve noticed Virginie seems to be making it rain with $$$ especially on ready to wear. I love her aesthetic but I had a quality issue myself last year. But I think the branding is so strong and the obsession equally so that people will always love Chanel for its core which is something Virginie does a good of maintaining and reinventing over and over.

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

So true 🙌🏽💖💖

I’m all about vintage Chanel. Karl’s genius is a tough act to follow. Great video! Appreciated your well balanced perspective.

@ImenBen12

Жыл бұрын

Same! Nothing beats vintage Chanel, the quality is impeccable!

Blessed weekend Cassie! Chanel is just that brand you keep on going to no joke😊… love or hate the brand no matter what 🥰🥰.

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

😂💖💖

Omg Cass I got SO excited when you mentioned that mini classic flap in green patent(?) leather cuz it was so similar to my dream Chanel!! I also never would think I’d want a Chanel classic flap until I saw Wenwen with her mini flap in turquoise chevron patent leather from SS15/16 and that time I knew I had to have it. Fast forward to endless scouring the preloved market and I eventually found one and been loving it since, it literally goes with everything! Hoping that you’ll get your hands on one soon

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh I’m so happy you managed to find your dream CF!! It’s stunning 🤩🤩

@pheebschen5296

Жыл бұрын

@@CassieThorpeaww thanks! I did try finding alternatives to it, since even in preloved market price could be steep but I realized only Chanel would make this kind of bag with this kind of aesthetic. It’s pretty much the same reasoning you’ve been talking about in your vid ❤

I have a suggestion….have you ever considered doing a luxury fragrance video??? Pls I would love to see what’s on your list!!!

I do love a bit of Chanel I cannot lie. As soon as I see those double C’s my heart goes pitter patter❤especially the jewellery & some of the variations of bags & I have some heels & flats. But like you Cassie there are some things I wouldn’t buy.

I went to a store to check some items and was honestly appalled by the lack of quality. (Backstory) So I purchased an item right before it hit stores due to my amazing sa in another country. The quality of the item was ok(not old Chanel but acceptable) & I decided to visit a store in the country I was at the time to see the items from that collection that just started coming in. The quality of items was so bad it made me leave the store! Leather was coming out of chains on new display bags, garments looked worn, patent leather items looked as if they were vintage and extensively used. Hats also had indentations, jewelry looked tarnished. On top of that horror; I got stopped by the security on my way out as they thought I have stolen my bag (the one I got a bit earlier because of my sa)!!! I honestly don’t know if will ever be going to Chanel again! My advice to everyone who still wants to buy current items: Please be very careful and check the quality in detail before you buy!

@sarin216

Жыл бұрын

I have two recently purchased bags that have threads unraveling. I have a friend who's chain links that become loose. Customer service is lack luster as well

It is Mama Thorpe for me. Love her🥰🥰🥰

I'm in Australia and I work in the luxury industry. I almost screamed when I heard you talking about the poor customer service at Chanel as opposed to the good one you get at Dior and Fendi because here, in Melbourne, on the other side of the world, people say exactly the same. That makes me think that it has to be a worldwide brand policy: Chanel wants people to be intimidated (and sometimes belittled) in their stores whilst Dior and Fendi want people to have fun shopping.

Well you have made your point Cassie, as long as the high demand continues (despite quality issues),, prices will continue to rise, and poor quality need not be addressed.

@CassieThorpe

Жыл бұрын

Yep 🫠😭😭