My Chanel sneaker hunt step-by-step
So here’s what went down when I needed new kicks. Saw everyone rocking similar-looking tweed sneakers downtown last month. Figured if I’m spending cash anyway, might as well chase that comfy Chanel style without draining my wallet. Started digging.
First shocker? The fake game is WILD. Hopped online like anyone would, typed “Chanel tweed sneakers cheap”. Bam! Endless pages with prices all over the damn place. Some sites claimed $199 “authentic” pairs – total red flag, smelled like old newspapers and regret. Remembered that news snippet about overflowing warehouses dumping years-old stock online. Yeah, hard pass on those.
Hit the mall next weekend. Walked into that shiny Chanel boutique feeling fancy. Salesperson gave me the look – you know, the “you sure you belong here?” vibe. Scanned the display. Sweet Mary, those classic tweed joints were rocking a $950 price tag. Nearly choked. Thought about that headline saying Chanel jacked up prices again this April. Felt that sting right then.
Went home grumpy but determined. Made a game plan:
- Stalk department stores: Hit up Nordstrom, Saks Fifth online daily. Signed up for their stupid newsletters just for sale alerts.
- Checked resale sites RELIGIOUSLY: Set “Chanel tweed sneakers” alerts on Fashionphile and TheRealReal. Filtered for “like new” condition and my size. Refreshed like a maniac.
- Waited like fishing: Took ages, almost gave up twice. Noticed even Chanel’s struggling globally lately – guess I’m not the only one balking at prices.
Finally scored after 3 weeks: Random Tuesday night alert from Fashionphile – nearly new pair, box included, minor scuff on the sole. Original tags said $950. Got ‘em for $620 shipped. Nearly spilled my coffee clicking “BUY NOW” so damn fast.
Thing is, you gotta sweat for the deal. Saw Chanel’s expanding stores everywhere while other shops die off. Either pay full boutique price and feel rich, or grind for weeks hunting deals. My patience saved me cash, but wow – what a pain just for shoes.
