What is Chanel's origin "2.55"?
2022-02-27
Hello!
Did you know the "2.55", which was the starting point of Chanel today?
This time, I would like to explain in detail about "2.55"!
What is 2.55?
Chanel's 2.55 series is an icon -like work that represents the brand. It was named "2.55" by being announced in February 1955,
It is still known as a masterpiece that does not fade.
In 1955, handbags were the mainstream of ladies bags.
However, handbags had a drawback that both hands could not be used, although they had a lot of luggage.
Therefore, Coco Chanel, the brand founder, produced a shoulder bag that can always be active and spread it to the world.
Chanel's shoulder bags attracted women at the time because of their high practicality.
2.55 is a classic bagoriginIt can be said.
2.55 features
Speaking of 2.55 features, it is a handle and turn lock bracket using a chain.
Nowadays, the handle using a chain is very normal, but in 1955, many of them were made of leather, which had difficulty in durability.
Meanwhile, Coco ChanelChain is more durable than leatherI created an innovative design that focused on that place.
At present, it is derived from there, woven leather into the chain or connect the chains to each other.
Currently, handles of various designs are made.
By the way, the burgundy in the 2.55 bag flap is said to be the color of the uniform of the Obazine monastery where Coco Chanel passed.
For turn locking fittings, the classic bag uses the CC mark of the brand logo,
In 2.55, a square Mademoisel Turn lock is used.
If you look at this sharp and luxurious metal fittings, you can see 2.55 immediately.
Introducing 2.55 products
The 2.55 bags have various design bags, but the most popular is metallic -colored bags.
Although it is a metallic, it is not a fierce color, but a color that gives an elegant and gorgeous impression.
The intentional wrinkles in the diamond -type quilting are compatible with the metallic color, adding mature and luxury.
In addition, it has excellent storage, so that the back pocket can be cashed. You can put a lip in the middle of the inner pocket.
And it has been built to the details.
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What did you think.
"2.55" was actually out of print,The reprint model was released in 2005 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the release of "2.55".
It was released as a limited edition at the time of resale, but it was so popular that it was now sold as a standard product.
A new 2.55 was announced in the spring / summer 2022 collection, so please take a look.