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The It Bag From London Fashion Week

by Shannon Nash

Not that you need another reason to covet a Chanel purse, but it was the It bag to have at London Fashion Week. The iconic French house’s bags were everywhere, and they weren’t the quilted classics you’re expecting. Instead these Chanel stunners were cheeky and eccentric and yet still totally versatile, pairing with everything from hippie fringe to multicolored fur. Here, 7 street-style images that made our fashion pulse go pitter-pat and left us daydreaming of double Cs.

Chanel Bags At London Fashion Week

Photo: Adam Katz Sinding

Chanel Bags At London Fashion Week

Photo: Getty Images

Chanel Bags At London Fashion Week

Photo: Getty Images

Chanel Bags At London Fashion Week

Photo: Getty Images

Chanel Bags At London Fashion Week

Photo: Getty Images

Chanel Bags At London Fashion Week

Photo: Getty Images

Chanel Bags At London Fashion Week

Photo: Getty Images

How To Make It Happen

Since Chanel bags are an investment, be sure to consider all of your options: You can try to score a vintage find, splurge on a new one or rent one for a special occasion.