I just got a vintage mini and I'm so glad I went with vintage vs new! It looks so much more classic and I can wear cross-body. The price doesn't hurt either :)
EXCELLENT VIDEO/INFORMATION!! I have watched hours of designer handbag authentication videos; This one has several points not made in any otbers. Thanks so much for your time, effort and sharing of knowledge. Muchly appreciated xXx
Love your yellow vintage mini!! I just bought a vintage in beige color and hopefully it's a good one. I like the old version because of the strap length for cross body wear.
Loved this video! I have two minis, and I chose vintage for both because of their larger size. I also like that vintage bags have better gold plating. On the downside, the leather is not puffy like newer bags. Love the cheery yellow color on yours!
Really usefull and Great revieuw !! Thank you so much , i prefer vintage mini's becuse of the size, chain lenght and H/W are gold plated , i like the overall look of the vintage more ..
Very good video! I have the new mini square but seldom use it due to space constraints. Just bought a vintage mini and cannot wait to use it when it arrives! The 24k Gold plated hardware looks nicer in my opinion too. :)
Tq so much for yr video. Ive been looking for the comparison of these 2 bags. I have owned the vintage piece in patent leather and im glad i had it, longer chain and roomy.
Gosh it looks like their prices continue to skyrocket while they give us less. Smaller bag, less chain strap. The newer Chanel model came around the same time as smart phones were getting bigger. If our phones get any bigger, this bag won’t be an option for most people anymore. Great comparison video.
Also, do you happen to know, what year did they stop doing the stitching on the flap? I think new ones don't have that nice stitching and I really like it! I'm on the market now for the square mini.
can u tell me the years of each of the bags? I am interested in a vintage square mini due to size and the gold plating the new ones do not have. Thks for an y info!
I think it was around 2009 when the change happened from vintage square mini to the new style. Any year of vintage mini is pretty good IMO, though i do see the most common pre-owned bags are from the 4 series onwards.
Seen Secondhand I am considering a series 10 black caviar for USD 2650 what do u think? Condition seems reasonable good condition. It's not easy to find the vintage ones.. I prefer the 2.5" depth not too bulky, wider dimensions and, more structured boxy!
Mia S. Hi there! I definitely wouldn't get a new Mini there's a few factors I do not like about it - boxier due to wider base - leather attachment to chain - shorter chain for crossbody - softer overall structure I am getting the Vintage one! But sourcing for a good one. Gonna keep forever 😌
Thanks for your concern but this bag is indeed authentic and has been verified as such by two separate professional sources and Purseforum. The style of the bags can change slightly depending on the year and material, so it’s always a good idea to check with a trusted source!
I just got a vintage mini and I'm so glad I went with vintage vs new! It looks so much more classic and I can wear cross-body. The price doesn't hurt either :)
such a great comparison, I haven't seen many TH-camrs talk about the vintage mini's, as compared to the current square mini. thanks for sharing!! 🤗
EXCELLENT VIDEO/INFORMATION!! I have watched hours of designer handbag authentication videos; This one has several points not made in any otbers. Thanks so much for your time, effort and sharing of knowledge. Muchly appreciated xXx
The vintage yellow mini,soooo gorgeous!!!!!!
Love this comparison! Love the size and chain length of the vintage mini! Perhaps my next vintage hunt will be for the old square mini!
Love your yellow vintage mini!! I just bought a vintage in beige color and hopefully it's a good one. I like the old version because of the strap length for cross body wear.
This video was so very helpful! Thank you!
Loved this video! I have two minis, and I chose vintage for both because of their larger size. I also like that vintage bags have better gold plating. On the downside, the leather is not puffy like newer bags. Love the cheery yellow color on yours!
I Juju thanks! Yes the newer ones get my vote for the looks/puffiness but definitely wish they had the capacity of the older bags!
Oh I'm loving the yellow colour too! 😍
I prefer the vintage Chanel bags just because the quality is so much better compared to the new ones. Thanks for this video. xx
I know it’s been awhile since you’ve made this video...but where did you buy your vintage yellow square flap??? I can’t find it anywhere
Really usefull and Great revieuw !! Thank you so much , i prefer vintage mini's becuse of the size, chain lenght and H/W are gold plated , i like the overall look of the vintage more ..
Very good video! I have the new mini square but seldom use it due to space constraints. Just bought a vintage mini and cannot wait to use it when it arrives! The 24k Gold plated hardware looks nicer in my opinion too. :)
Tq so much for yr video. Ive been looking for the comparison of these 2 bags. I have owned the vintage piece in patent leather and im glad i had it, longer chain and roomy.
Great comparison video, I was actually looking for this exact one, so thank you!
Great video! Very helpful comparison.
such helpful comparison!! Thank you!!
Gosh it looks like their prices continue to skyrocket while they give us less. Smaller bag, less chain strap. The newer Chanel model came around the same time as smart phones were getting bigger. If our phones get any bigger, this bag won’t be an option for most people anymore. Great comparison video.
Dragging and rotating the bag on a surface creates wear on the corners. Nice video.
Thank you for making this video. You've answered questions I had. Great video 👍
Also, do you happen to know, what year did they stop doing the stitching on the flap? I think new ones don't have that nice stitching and I really like it! I'm on the market now for the square mini.
Thank you for the review! I prefer the vintage mini size, it's slightly more practical for me. I'll be having fun hunting for one!
YC W glad you found it helpful! Enjoy the hunt! :)
can u tell me the years of each of the bags? I am interested in a vintage square mini due to size and the gold plating the new ones do not have. Thks for an y info!
This is an awesome video! Thanks for sharing...
saw ur lowland boots video before and here you go again! hi from bay area too( clipper card) !
Great comparison! Thank you!
What year is your black mini?
Do you know which year did the change happen? I mean when I am looking for a vintage mini what year should I be looking for?
I think it was around 2009 when the change happened from vintage square mini to the new style. Any year of vintage mini is pretty good IMO, though i do see the most common pre-owned bags are from the 4 series onwards.
Excellent review!
its really helpful!!
Loved this video - thank you
Great comparison! I love both styles. ;)
Hi, any idea where I can sell my vintage Chanel square mini?
What color are you selling?
Elias Q do u still have your vintage for sale?
Thank you
Clipper Card owner rocks!!! Hahah new subbie
What year is your black mini? I like the flatness of the CC hardware
Hi! It's a 12x series circa 2008-2009. This was the last year they used real gold plate one the hardware.
Seen Secondhand I am considering a series 10 black caviar for USD 2650 what do u think?
Condition seems reasonable good condition. It's not easy to find the vintage ones.. I prefer the 2.5" depth not too bulky, wider dimensions and, more structured boxy!
Trace Trace that sounds like an ok price if the bag is in like new/excellent condition.
Trace Trace what did you decide?
Mia S. Hi there! I definitely wouldn't get a new Mini there's a few factors I do not like about it
- boxier due to wider base
- leather attachment to chain
- shorter chain for crossbody
- softer overall structure
I am getting the Vintage one! But sourcing for a good one. Gonna keep forever 😌
Great video. ! :)
ka nice sa bag
I just dont dig the vintages ones, they always seem too much worn... the quilted have lost their bulky shape
I'm not sure the black mini is authentic, the stitching around the seam of the front flap isn't present on a real bag
Thanks for your concern but this bag is indeed authentic and has been verified as such by two separate professional sources and Purseforum. The style of the bags can change slightly depending on the year and material, so it’s always a good idea to check with a trusted source!
Remove the phone!! 😑