Mon Dieu! Chanel Challenges Hermès in Bag War

Chanel’s most popular handbag is now more expensive than an Hermès Birkin for the first time. Investors should take note.

Battle of the bags: A Chanel classic flap bag in turquoise and a yellow Hermes Birkin 25 bag Photo: Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images (2)

Chanel has raised eyebrows by hiking the price of its most popular handbag to the same level as an Hermès Birkin. It’s a fascinating case study of how far wealthy shoppers can be pushed and the results so far look mixed. 

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