As we find ourselves in the depths of the wintertime chill, our thoughts lean towards the upcoming warmer months. What better way to ignite the anticipation than with a glimpse into Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2024 Pre-Collection?

Set to grace Parisian boutiques on January 18, 2024, the Chanel Spring/Summer 2024 Pre-Collection showcases the iconic essence of classic Chanel style. A timeless fusion of tweed and boucle takes center stage, seamlessly woven into chic two-piece sets featuring on-trend ‘short’ shorts and matching jackets. The collection nods to the charm of the 1960s, with delicate lace shift dresses, suede outerwear, sheer layering, and artfully crafted crochet ensembles.

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In an unexpected move for a Spring-Summer Pre-Collection, Chanel opts for more subdued tones. Amidst a vast selection of black pieces, including sun dresses and suits, the color palette introduces earthy tan tones and royal blues. However, a broad spectrum of pink hues disperses this otherwise dark palette. From muted dusty pinks to vibrant Barbie tones and deeper berry shades.

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Now, let’s take a closer look at the bags. Chanel’s commitment to reinventing classics through textures and fabrics is evident through this latest launch. The delicate raffia flap bags are poised to stroll into Spring, while the denim Chanel 22’s are ready for summer adventures in the city. Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2024 Pre-Collection exudes laid-back and carefree vibes, perfectly aligned with the anticipated warmer months ahead.

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Anticipate the arrival of the Chanel Spring-Summer 2024 Pre-Collection in U.S. boutiques on January 25, 2024. In the meantime, while waiting for the official drop, why not take this time to make a wishlist in anticipation? And for the more adventurous Chanel aficionados, perhaps plan a quick trip to Paris for an early swoop!

Kelly Bag

For those die-hard Chanel aficionados who missed out on the coveted Chanel Kelly bag in the Fall/Winter 2023/24 collection, there’s another chance, as the vintage-inspired design makes a welcome return. Named the Mini Shopping bag by Chanel, this season brings refreshing new colorways – pink tweed, and white, as well as black.

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Raffia Effect Flap Bags

Tired of leather and tweed (as if)? Take a look at the Raffia Flap bags. Crafted in braided raffia effect, these bags feature delicate floral detailing, for a distinctive touch. The brush gold-tone hardware is classic Chanel, while the charm embellished chain shoulder strap adds a playful element. Available in light pink, camel, blue, and classic black, Raffia Flap bags are offered in sizes ranging from mini to medium.

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Sequin Flap Bags

Need a bit of sparkle for your day or evening? Sequins can be chic, especially when it comes to Chanel. There’s a range of highly embellished bags on offer in the 24P collection.

Channeling the classic two-tone colorways synonymous with Chanel suits and suiting, these flap bags boast a single flap design and classic chain shoulder strap. Adorned entirely with sequins, the quilting detailing is intricately formed by black-tone embellishments, and the bags are finished with sleek so-black hardware. There are two colorways on offer – black and pink in the small size, and white and black in the large.

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Chanel 22

The Chanel 22 continues to evolve this season, with an array of fresh designs hitting the boutiques, including ‘blooming raffia and casual denim.

But first, lovers of so black are in luck – there’s the new so black mini 22 bag in shiny calfskin, finished with black metal.

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Perhaps a touch of Chanel denim is more your thing? Available in both the coveted mini and the small size, the quilting detail is topstitched into the denim with a contrasting oversized white thread. Complemented by ruthenium hardware, these denim 22 bags seamlessly blend contemporary style with Chanel allure.

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Another bold option is the ‘Blooming Raffia Chanel 22 in lace patchwork with gold-tone hardware. The bag showcases a colorful 60s-inspired floral print, with an open-lace design accentuated by delicate white fabric detailing. To add to the retro CC charm, there’s a sprinkling of CC detailing, making this bag unmistakably Chanel. This playful take on the 22 can be found in the coveted mini and small size.

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Blooming Raffia

Embrace the ‘Flower Power’ with an alternative to the Chanel 22 – the same floral lace patchwork design graces a flap bag variation. Available in both small and medium sizes, each bag showcases intricate lace detailing, complemented by contrasting white fabric and finished with leather piping. You can find the floral design in pink and white.

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Polka-Dot

In the diverse archives of Chanel handbags, where prints and patterns abound, the polka dot seldom makes an appearance. The new polka dot print, characterized by a classic design, showcases subtle CC and ‘Chanel’ letting details throughout. This distinctive print is featured in a mini rectangular flap bag, available in chic navy blue with white.

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Classic Flap Bags & 2.55 Handbag

Naturally, a new Chanel launch wouldn’t be complete without exciting additions to the beloved Classic Flap lineup. This season, the trendsetting hue when it comes to the classics is unmistakably lilac. Yet, for those seeking a bolder statement, the medium Classic Flap bag is available in a ‘cloudy’ tie-dye edition.

There are new solid colorways too, including the Small Classic Flap in lilac shiny grained calfskin. For those with a penchant for Chanel tweed, you can find the medium Classic Flap in monochromatic tweed with silver-tone hardware – a classic that needn’t be reserved for Spring-Summer.

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If the timeless appeal of the 2.55 handbag is more to your taste though, the coveted Mini size is set to return to boutiques in an equally pretty, lilac-glitter aged calfskin.

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Top Handle Flap Bag

While not a traditional classic, the Top Handle Flap bag returns in a small size for the springtime lineup. Presented in white calfskin with gold hardware, this special edition features distinctive gold detailing on the top handle.

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Mini Flap Bags

Where there are Classic Flap bags, you’ll find minis. Embrace Chanel’s ‘tone-on-tone’, with tweed handbags and matching ensembles. Chanel has opted for a rectangular mini in cornflower blue tweed, adorned with silver-tone hardware.

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Another offering is the new mini flap bag. Crafted in black, white, and silver tweed, the bag includes an imitation pearl and gold-tone chain top handle. Varying slightly in size to the classic minis, this bag comes in at 5.7 x 7.7 x 3 inches.

Perhaps classic black leather is more to your taste? This seasonal gem includes the same pearl-detail top handle as its tweed counterpart. Meticulously designed, it effortlessly embodies the timeless sophistication of Chanel, while offering an alternative to the Classic Flap. Très chic!

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There’s another top-handle mini in this springtime lineup – the coveted Small Flap Bag with Top Handle. This petite marvel features sequin-embroidered black and white tweed, with gold-tone hardware. Small in size yet mighty, this bag offers versatility with its top handle and crossbody strap.

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If you’re in pursuit of the ultimate miniature accessory – look no further than the Mini Flap bag in coral pink pearly lambskin with gold hardware. With compact dimensions of 5.7 x 6.9 x 2.4 inches, the bag boasts an intricate ‘CHANEL’ letter detail chain. Tiny bag energy doesn’t get much smaller than this.

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Chanel 19

The now iconic Chanel 19 graces the springtime stage, in timeless Chanel cotton tweed. In a perfect shade of pink for the upcoming warmer months, this leather alternative is sure to be a hit.

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Deauville

The Deauville shopping tote welcomes the Spring, in a chic gray colorway finished with gold-tone hardware.

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Backpacks

Backpacks remain a functional option, even for Chanel aficionados. There are three new options, including the Chanel 19 backpack in black and white tweed, with mixed metal hardware. Measuring 10.2 x 8.7 x 6.3 inches, this backpack offers plenty of room.

If leather is more to your taste, there’s also the small backpack in camel-tone calfskin with gold-tone metal, secured with a drawstring fastening. While not as generous in proportions – 7.3 x 7.1 x 4.7 inches, the bag offers a cute hands-free look.

While not a new design, the Chanel 22 backpack is back in shiny black calfskin with gold hardware.

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Camera Case

Offering an alternative to Chanel’s Mini flap bags – enter the Mini Camera Case in pristine white lambskin. Coming in at a petite 5.7 x 7.5 x 2.2 inches, this certainly isn’t an everyday bag. However, the oval-shaped design, lacquered hardware, and ‘CHANEL’ detailed chain, add a touch of vintage-inspired charm.

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Bucket Bag

Chanel continues to work its charm on timeless silhouettes, and the latest Small Bucket Bag in lilac lambskin is no exception. This chic creation features an intricate CC chain detail closure and chain shoulder strap. With dimensions measuring 6.9 x 7.1 x 4.7 inches, this versatile bag will sit comfortably on the shoulder or across the body.

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Evening Bags

There are two glittering evening options in Chanel’s Spring-Summer 2024 Pre-Collection. It’s a style that never goes, well, out of style. Does anyone remember PurseBop’s 12P Chanel bag reveal?

The rhinestone Mini Flap bag is back. This time round, it is available in black satin, and entirely embellished with varying-sized radiant rhinestones. For those seeking an alternative, check out the miniature flag bag crafted in deep black velvet. This indulgent piece is finished with imitation pearls and silver sequins. While these two evening bags undoubtedly make a bold statement, their price isn’t for the faint of heart, and is only available on request. . .