While the age-old adage insists that "money can't buy happiness," it can at least buy you a new designer bag. And for socialite Small Laude, that’s one and the same. In a recent vlog, she showcased her purchases from her trip to Japan. Among them were several black and white boxes, each containing a brand-new acquisition from Chanel. Ahead, we round up the exact bags that she bought and how much they cost.
LOOK: The Exact Chanel Bags Small Laude Bought in Japan
We all know Small loves a good Hermès bag (as seen from the rows and rows of Birkins and Kellys displayed in her massive closet), but she’s also an avid collector of Chanel. “I love Chanel because it’s so classic and this [has been] my favorite brand ever since,” she explained as she unboxed a pink mini Flap bag in cotton tweed.
Mini Flap Bag Cotton Tweed, Imitation Pearls & Gold-Tone Metal Pink & Dark Pink, $5200 (approx. P299,239), CHANEL, chanel.com
Her second reveal was another tweed mini Flap, featuring a multicolor Chanel print and a vibrant pink leather chain strap. “Allison, look, this is for you…and for mom—let’s share!” she teased.
Chanel Medium Classic Double Flap Multicolor Tweed Light Gold Hardware, $13,500 (approx. P776,871), CHANEL, madisonavenuecouture.com*
Just when you thought the pink fest was over, she pulled out a rare 22K Chain Around Flap bag in Pink Caviar. “I’m into small bags now and I love to bring body bags around, kasi I’m so tired na of carrying mga big bags,” she explained.
Chanel Pink Quilted Caviar Leather Mini Around Shoulder Bag, $4046 (approx. P232,831), CHANEL, theluxurycloset.com*
Unboxing what felt like the hundredth Chanel bag, Small admitted that when it comes to other brands, she tends to lose interest in them much faster. “You know guys, when I buy other brands, after a while, I’m sawa na and the price doesn’t increase like Chanel,” she said.
Her next bag was another flap bag, this time in baby blue. She also shared that her daughter Allison has a Chanel Boy bag in the same color.
Chanel Mini Square Flap Bag Blue Lambskin Light Gold Hardware, $6250 (approx. P359,662), CHANEL, madisoncoutureavenue.com*
Her final purchase, a vintage find, was a Chanel 19 Round Clutch with Chain and Coin Purse in fuchsia pink. And as a bonus, she unboxed a pale pink Boy bag from her trip to LA in 2023, leaving us curious about how many more bags she’s bought that haven't been opened yet.
Chanel 19 Round Clutch with Chain and Coin Purse in fuchsia pink, Price Unavailable, CHANEL, fashionphile.com*
Small Boy Handbag in Shiny Grained Calfskin & Silver-Tone Metal Light Pink, AUD10,570 (approx. P398,171), CHANEL, chanel.com
While the exact prices of some bags remain unknown, based on the ones we found, Small's spending likely reached at least P2 million. And that’s just the bags, mind you! She still had several accessories, including a wallet, a chain belt, a pair of earrings, and some brooches from her shopping haul.
*Note: Some of the prices mentioned in this article have been sourced from authorized resellers and not directly from the brand's official website. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, it is important to note that prices may vary depending on the reseller and the region. We encourage readers to visit the official brand website or consult authorized resellers for the most up-to-date pricing information.
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