By Christabel Biella

So let’s go back in time to when it first began…

In 1955, Chanel introduced the Classic Quilted bag with the shoulder strap, THE bag that shook the fashion world. It became so popular the first year she had to decline numerous requests due to the lack of time to painstakingly manufacture each one by her skilled artisans. The bag is known in industry shorthand as the 2.55, after the month and year it was introduced.

Chanel’s signature quilted fabric has a “secret” quilting pattern sewn at the back to keep the material strong. This material is used for clothing and accessories alike.

Throughout the key fashion decades, the Chanel 2.55 handbag miraculously hasn’t changed much. Unlike other fashion design houses who have altered their bag styles to appeal to the temporary whimsical demands of fashion trends, the Classic Chanel 2.55 has stood it’s ground. In fact, in 2005, the fashion house celebrated by re-releasing the classic just as it was.

The classic Chanel bag will never die. The latest versions out this year of this classic bag are awe striking in lambskin and ostrich leather.

Can you believe that this bag is over 50 years old?

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MURVAL handbags: The Classic Chanel Quilted Handbag

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Patent leather made a splash for fall and winter and continues to reign for spring and summer. From shoes to belts to shoulder bags and clutches, patent leather accessories are one of the season’s hottest trends and designers, fashion editors and trendsters can’t enough of the shine, so don’t retire the patent leather bags you picked up for the holiday season, but be prepared to get ready sport that patent leather. To help you pick up your next patent piece, we’ve assembled a list of our favorite lustrous leather handbags:

A great value

Not only does MELIE BIANCO handbags make unique styles with retro influences but all of her handbags are under $100. Hard to believe we know but it’s true. At only $76, this Melie Bianco distressed patent carry on satchel features two of this season’s hottest trends – color and patent leather. Though her bags are faux leather (you can’t even tell), her funky bags boast the same craftsmanship you’ll find in designer handbags three times the price. Melie Bianco handbag measures about 13 x 10 x 4 inches with hand held handles or a long shoulder strap.

Nude never looked so good

If you are as about crazy nude accessories as we are right now than you’ll adore the Isabella Let Go My Deco nude patent leather satchel. There are so many reasons to love this designer bag, from the pleated Italian crunch patent leather to the modern style, this bag instantly updates your entire wardrobe. Purse measures about 18 x 11.5 x 5 inches. It is 18 inches across from side to side including the extension of side pockets on both sides of the base of the bag. The double rolled and stitched leather handle straps measure about 16 inches with about a 5 inch strap drop.

For the “it” girl

Every girl loves her CHLOE bag and even more so when it’s the seasons hottest look. The CHLOE brown patent leather messenger bag is fabulous. Not one but two of the season’s best trends – messenger bags and patent leather – you can’t go wrong with investing in this designer purse. Being comfortable and looking good are not always easy but Chloe makes it possible with this bag. Chloe bag measures about 12 x 13 x 6 inches. The longer of the two leather straps measures 28 inches long with a 9 inch drop. The shorter strap which can hang creatively on the backside of the bag measures about 24 inches long.

Playing it safe

Despite the wave of color that brighten up the runway, black patent leather is still a great look especially if that pink clutch won’t go with your work attire. The MOSCHINO Brownie bag is a safe bet and still adds some shine. Moschino brownie bag in black patent leather measures approximately 15 W x 9 H with a 7.5 inch depth. The double shoulder straps measure about 18 inches long with an 8 inch drop.

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