Luxurate

CALIFORNIA
400 North Rodeo Drive
Beverly Hills
310.278.5500

125 North Robertston Blvd
Los Angeles
310.278.5505

South Coast Plaza
Costa Mesa
714.754.7455

135 Maiden Lane
San Francisco
415.981.1550

FLORIDA
Bal Harbour Shops
Bal Harbour
305.868.0550

The Mall at Millenia
Orlando
407.352.5100

301 Worth Avenue
Palm Beach
561.655.1550

The Gardens Mall
Palm Beach Gardens
561.622.2055

HAWAII
Ala Moana Shopping Center
Honolulu
808.942.5555

2116 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu
808.923.0255

ILLINOIS
935 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago
312.787.5500

MASSACHUSETTS
Nº5 Newbury Street
Boston
617.859.0055

NEVADA
Bellagio
Las Vegas
702.765.5505

Encore
Las Vegas
702.765.5255

Wynn Las Vegas
Las Vegas
702.765.5055

NEW JERSEY
The Mall at Short Hills
Short Hills
973.912.8055

NEW YORK
Nº15 East 57th Street
New York City
212.355.5050

737 Madison Avenue
New York City
212.535.5505

139 Spring Street
New York City
212.334.0055

TEXAS
100 Highland Park Village
Dallas
214.520.1055

The Galleria
Houston
713.850.0055

VIRGINIA
Tysons Galleria
McLean
703.847.0555

Beginning today, June 5th, select merchandise including shoes, clothing, and costume jewelry from the Chanel Spring/Summer 2009 collection will be on sale 40% off at Chanel boutiques. Unfortunately, handbags are not included in the Chanel boutique sale, but we did spot a few at the Neiman Marcus designer sale. Visit or call your local Chanel Boutique ASAP for the best selection.

Chanel bags are one of the most beautiful creations. They are a status symbol, they are durable and coveted. Many crooks thrive on the popularity of Chanel. But it is easier then you think to spot a fake. Here are some signs of an authentic Chanel bag:

1. Authentic Chanel items never have a tag hanging off it. What may look as a very pretty metal tag with words “Chanel” on it, a leather tag that says “Genuine leather”. The only appropriate tags are a paper store tag or a Chanel paper tag. All Chanel paper tags can only look like this picture, with this exact combination of colors.

2. Chanel bags and shoes do not have embossed serial numbers.

3. Authentic Chanel dust bags are black with white lettering and look like this:

4. The most important sign of an authentic Chanel bag is a hologram sticker with a matching authenticity card. Numbers on the sticker and the card have to match. The hologram sticker is found on the inside of every bag. It is usually attached to a small leather tab. It is made in such a way that you cannot remove it and reattach to another bag without damaging it. This is what a hologram sticker and authenticity card look like:

5. You should try to compare pictures of the item up for auction to the pictures of what you know to be an authentic item- magazine articles, company website. Major retailer's web sites might be good sources as well.

6. Chanel label on the insole of shoes or inside the bag is never smudged and always evenly aligned. The word “Chanel” is always spelled in full. Check for a correct spelling, too. It would never have any additional markings or pictures, such as smiley face or shooting star. You will be surprised at the most ridiculous spellings and pictures we found on the labels of otherwise good imitations.

It's rare to find a classic 110mm high heel pump from Chanel that isn't over the top or easily dated, however, this beautiul peep-toe is practically perfect for any occasion, now and for decades to come. The upper is made of black patent leather with a peep-toe and it is detailed with the interlocking CC Chanel Logo on the heel in gold. The silhouette may not be what's walking down every runway, but like Chanel, classic is always chic. These would be a great investment piece for someone on a budget looking to add a versatile pair of fabulous shoes to their shoe closet.

Chanel has created the perfect everyday summer sandal in this gorgeous flat. Indispensable for a day at the beach or lounging by the pool, these rubber sandals will easily take you from day to night on your next vacation. The base of the shoe is a synthetic black compound and the sandal features double straps across the foot with a single strap that fits between the big and second toes. Adorned with cream colored Camellia roses that Chanel is famous for with gold interlocking CC Logo detail.

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