Lancel Paris

LancelI really can’t understand what all the hype is about owning a Louis Vuitton bag! Personally, I prefer Lancel. Perhaps it’s nostagic memories of my first Lancel leather purse more than twenty years ago bought for me by one of my French admirers. Or perhaps it has more to do with the fact that although the price was high, the quality of that bag and all the others I have owned since then have lasted throughout the years.

Lancel began in 1876, but it wasn’t until the early 1900’s that the company began to cater to women’s handbags and accessories, and not until 1976, one hundred years later, that the company changed hands and a new modernism of the ‘chic’ woman was born.

Lancel Champs-ElyséesLast year Lancel launched its new store with its largest display window on the Champs-Elysées, and yes, if you think I went into that store and got myself another handbag, you’re right!  You can visit their website, or better yet stop in at one of their more than twenty locations in Paris!

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103 Responses to “Lancel Paris”

  1.   Mary Jo
    July 23rd, 2007 | 11:13 am

    Ahhh, the touch and smell of fine leather. . . . !

  2. July 23rd, 2007 | 11:48 am

    And you simply can’t have too many handbags.

  3.   Clara
    July 23rd, 2007 | 3:24 pm

    When I was young I’ve always thought someday I would want to own something Lancel and that was merely because I saw some empty Lancel paper carriers that my dad had brought back from I don’t know where. But well, that someday hasn’t come and LOL I still have to save up for it!

  4.   Lynn
    July 24th, 2007 | 8:38 pm

    I love fine leather and Shirley it’s so true, you simply can’t have too many handbags or shoes!

  5.   Lynn
    July 24th, 2007 | 8:52 pm

    Clara, isn’t it funny how things stay with us throughout our youth. A younger cousin of mine told me not that long ago that when I came from Paris for a visit, I gave her Chanel eye shadow. She was 13 yrs. old at the time and she kept that compact for twenty years, using it only on special occasions! I was surprised!

    I’m sure you’ll get that Lancel bag soon enough!

  6.   kristen
    September 3rd, 2007 | 2:58 pm

    I just was in Paris for my sixteenth birthday and in that exact same store above I bought (well my mom bought) my first nice bag. I cant say I’d ever heard of Lancel prior but I love the bag and upon entering the store it was clear that it was a nice designer.

  7.   Lynn
    September 3rd, 2007 | 11:06 pm

    Kristen, your mom sure knows how to give great birthday gifts!

  8. November 30th, 2007 | 12:19 am

    I bought a Lancel suitcase in Paris in 2000. The bag has probably flown 100,000 miles and it shows. I’m ready for a new one but can’t find a place in the US to buy one. Do you know where I can buy Lancel online or in person in the US?

  9.   Lynn
    December 1st, 2007 | 3:34 pm

    Celia, you can buy Lancel at the airport in New York (JFK), Chicago (O’Hare), Detroit (Northwest Terminal) and in Washington D.C. at the Diplomatic Duty Free. There’s a website that sells French leathergoods online, but I don’t know how reputable they are, so I’m not endorsing them. They have a number of Lancel bags for sale. http://www.noixdarec.com

    I hope that helps!

  10.   James
    December 8th, 2007 | 3:11 pm

    I was too looking for one. Thanks for US addresses Lynn.

  11.   Lynn
    December 9th, 2007 | 2:21 am

    James, if you, or Celia, try the website I gave, please let us know how it went and what you think! I’m sure other readers would be interested.

  12.   Anna
    December 10th, 2007 | 4:53 am

    Is there any shops in Sydney Australia

  13.   Lynn
    December 10th, 2007 | 7:28 pm

    Anna, unfortunately I couldn’t find a store anywhere in Australia. The nearest to you is in New Caledonia!

    Lancel
    33 bis Rue Jeaqn Jaurès
    98800 Noumea, New Caledonia
    Tél. 678.27.23.20

    Just a tad expensive to go shopping for a handbag!

  14.   miranda
    December 11th, 2007 | 11:15 am

    I found Lancel in 2005 when I traveled to Paris on business. I found a shoulder bag with a small wallet tucked in the front and loved it! The purse was stolen when I returned to the US and have not been able to find this same style again. Does anyone know what the style name of this purse is?

  15.   Lynn
    December 11th, 2007 | 11:29 pm

    Miranda, both “Premier Flirt” and “Easy Flirt” are handbags with a small wallet tucked in front and tassles on the sides. Their “Miss Lancel” line has a small pocketbook in front, but is somewhat larger than a wallet. I hope that helps.

  16.   miranda
    December 12th, 2007 | 9:50 am

    That really helps my Internet search! Thanks Lynn!

  17.   Lily
    January 8th, 2008 | 7:28 pm

    First I got red lancel wallet from my sister in 1993 from Paris, I love so much….and now I got a handbag, thank sister.

  18.   Gina
    January 21st, 2008 | 6:31 pm

    I too had never heard of Lancel until my husband got me one a year ago in Paris. I live in South Florida where all of the wannabes swear by Coach, Fendi and Prada, the only names they know. My Lancel was a star. Everyone complimented me on it.Unfortunately just a few days before Christmas it was taken from my car. I am truly heartbroken.

  19.   Lynn
    January 23rd, 2008 | 2:37 pm

    Gina, I’m so sorry to hear about your bag, but maybe it’ll be a good reason for your husband to whisk you off to Paris to buy a new one?!

  20.   Kristin
    February 15th, 2008 | 11:01 am

    I just bought my first Lancel bag, I was just looking for a nice bag in Paris. I LOVE it, I don’t think I will ever buy a brand again (which will just mean more trips to Paris)!

    If you ever get the opportunity to buy one you should take it! They are beautiful bags…

  21.   Natalie
    February 18th, 2008 | 1:29 pm

    I just returned from Paris with a new Lancel bag in tow. It is my first bag of the brand and something about one of their ads brought me into the store. Of course the quality of the bag is top tier and the design makes it unique. However, what I like most is that Lancel seems “undiscovered” by many of the bag hounds who covet brands that have their logo plastered all over their products. My preference is for the subtle chicness that is Lancel.

  22.   Monica
    February 28th, 2008 | 6:47 am

    I have two Lancel Premier Flirt. One is made of brandy colored deer skin and warm brown leather and the other is the sold- out-in-a-flash black croc embossed leather. I LOVE THESE BAGS. They are so versatile. Living in Paris, I need an over the body bag for all the walking I do. I just tuck the handles inside the bag to get them out of the way and then when I step into a restaurant or a nice shop, I tuck the sturdy shoulder strap into the bag and carry it by the handles. The Premier Flirt has simple and practical elegance. Couldn’t be happier with the choice and this bag is for under 600 euros.

  23.   Lou
    March 2nd, 2008 | 12:47 pm

    I purchased a Lancel suitcase during the early 1980’s. It seems to be a tan nylon type outer covering and is lined on the inside in a dark material. A couple of years ago after not having been used for 3 years I took it on a trip to San Francisco and some kind of sandlike black powder got all over the contents of the bag. Recently I vacuumed the inside of the bag as completely as possible but the same thing happened on another trip. I love this bag and cannot go to Paris now to replace it. Is there anything I can do or have done to stop this inner shedding of I don’t know what? I will be very unhappy if I have to discard this old friend.

  24. March 5th, 2008 | 12:04 pm

    I need to know if Lancel has a store in New York city. I remember many years ago you had one. Do you still have a Lancel store in New york? Please let me know as soon as possible.

  25.   Kim
    March 5th, 2008 | 8:48 pm

    Carmen
    it looks to me as though the only place you can get them in new york is in the duty free shops at jfk airport, terminal 3 & 7 or their international shops in terminal 1&8.
    Phone 718-425-5633

  26.   Lynn
    March 9th, 2008 | 11:35 pm

    Lily, now that’s what I call a great sister!

    Kristin, Natalie, and Monica, I couldn’t agree with you ladies more! I love their bags! And I think you hit the nail right on the head Natalie when you describe Lancel as “subtle chicness”! So true!

  27.   Lynn
    March 9th, 2008 | 11:56 pm

    Lou, I find what you say intriguing! “Sandlike black powder….” hmm! I have no idea what is shedding! I have both leather purses and larger canvas bags, and I’ve never encountered the problem you describe. Then again, I’ve never purchased a Lancel suitcase so I’m really at a loss about what could be happening. You say it’s the inner lining that’s doing it….perhaps another reader might be able to shed (no pun) some light on what’s going on!

  28.   SueMona
    March 19th, 2008 | 5:06 pm

    I’m so glad to know there are ladies out there that LOVE Lancel bags as much as I do. I think Lancel’s are underrated and yet I feel it’s better that they’re some what of a secret as I dont want those LV, B&D, Coach, Gucci girls to know! Lancel,and Lanvin are truly classic and timeless.
    Hubby got me the primer flirt bag in Ivory. I’m a happy camper.

  29.   jane
    April 8th, 2008 | 6:41 am

    Does anyone know how to tell if a bag is crocodile or mock croc-real leather made to look like croc?I have an old lancel bag and I wanted to know when it was made-how do I contact Lancel-their website only gives a snail mail address-thank you

  30.   Lynn
    April 12th, 2008 | 10:53 pm

    SueMona, I’m with you! Those other girls can have their designer bags and like you, I would rather have a Lanvin scarf (or should I say scarves!) than one from Hermès or Chanel.

  31.   Lynn
    April 12th, 2008 | 10:54 pm

    Jane, you can fax or call one of their stores and they may be able to help you. Perhaps one of their smaller stores like the one on Rue de Rennes might be more helpful. Their #’s are: tél. 01.42.22.94.73 fax: 01.42.22.17.53

    I hope that helps!

  32.   clare
    May 11th, 2008 | 12:06 pm

    I got my first lancel back in 2006. Good thing we have a store in the Philippines. Now, I got another one and am very happy with it.

  33.   Lauren
    May 20th, 2008 | 1:05 pm

    Hi Lynn, I purchased a Lancel bag from the duty free shop at JFK on a trip to Paris last year. This bag is very “different” looking, it’s a satin or silk body with a white leather handle and the whole bag is a rectangular shape. The bottom half is what looks to be satin or a silk material in a champagne color and the top handle part is white leather. The tag inside says 100% Lancel and Lancel is stamped on the white leather top part but underneath the 100% Lancel tag it says “Made in… China??!!” I find it hard to believe that the Lancel shop at JFK would sell fakes… but I am also under the impression that Lancel is only made in France, no? Is it possible that the store at JFK is selling fakes? I am also curious about the style name of the bag; if I take a picture of it can I e-mail it to you, Lynn, as you seem to be an authority on Lancel bags. I would love to get to the bottom of this once and for all just for my own curiosity. I love the bag regardless but I am so curious about it.

  34.   Lynn
    May 21st, 2008 | 3:38 am

    Hi Lauren,

    When I read your comment, I decided to take a look at all my bags, since all of them were bought in Paris. They do say, Made in France except for one black leather purse that says Made in Italy. I can’t imagine a boutique at JFK selling fake Lancel handbags! I know they have four locations at the airport – T1, T3, T7, and T8.

    I’m wondering, however, if the purses that they send to the US are made especially for the American market and are actually made in China! The item you describe does sound unusual. What I have seen and have bought are usually leather or canvas and leather bags. I’ve not really noticed satin or silk purses, but then again maybe I just wasn’t paying attention to that style.

    I must admit though, I am far from an expert; I just happen to like their products. Still, you’ve piqued my curiosity and I will go to one of their stores and have a look around soon! You can send me an e-mail with your photo at contact@mayamuses.com.

  35.   Lynn
    May 21st, 2008 | 3:42 am

    Clare, where does your handbag say it’s from? I’m curious because of what Lauren wrote and since you bought yours in the Philippines, I was wondering if it was made in France or China!

  36.   Monica
    May 21st, 2008 | 7:23 am

    Let me help clear this “where are Lancel bags made” issue up. I live in the Paris area and own two Lancel bags, both the “Premier Flirt”, bought in September and December last year. Both are GORGEOUS, bought at the Champs Elysee flagship store and both Made in China. It says so right on the tag in the interior of the bag. I think the majority of the middle range European handbag houses are made in China. The quality is impeccable. However, I was in the Lancel store recently and asked them about the newest, real crocodile, version that costs 5000 euros. I was told that it is made in Italy. I recently received a very glossy Lancel magazine that shows all the steps of the production of the crocodile Premier Flirt and it is an Italian craftsman photographed. I personally believe that talented craftsmen come from many places on the globe. I have bought gorgeous runway Prada shoes only to find them not well sewn, and they do say Made In Italy….This is issue is often discussed on http://www.bagsnob.com and http://www.purseblog.com The purseblog forum has discussed it a lot. Enjoy your Lancel bags!

  37.   Lynn
    May 21st, 2008 | 12:16 pm

    Thanks Monica for answering our questions! I’m sure Lauren is reassured about having an authentic Lancel bag. I never really paid much attention to what it said on my purses because I also purchased mine on the Champs and their Saint-Germain boutique on the Rue de Rennes.

  38.   Clara
    May 21st, 2008 | 1:54 pm

    I’m glad that this country of origin topic has been touched on. I would now be more prepared to see some MIC and not assume everything is MIF when I get the opportunity to shop in their boutiques.

  39.   Lauren
    May 22nd, 2008 | 11:46 am

    Girls: Thanks for all your wonderful responses! I am glad to hear that it is an authentic bag despite having MIC on the label. I am in agreement that there are gifted artisans everywhere and just because something says MIC we shouldn’t automatically think it’s of lesser quality. I am just glad to know that simply because it says it’s made somewhere other than France that it doesn’t mean it’s a fake, which is what I was worried about because I just assumed all Lancel’s were MIF. I couldn’t dream that the JFK stores would sell non-authentic items but I was beginning to think my husband bought it from Chinatown in Manhattan where you can get just about any knockoff, rather than from the Lancel in JFK like he swore ;} Lynn, I’ll take a picture of the bag tonight or tomorrow and send it to you anyway, just so that you can see the bag in question since it’s different from most Lancel’s I’ve seen.

  40.   Lynn
    May 22nd, 2008 | 12:34 pm

    Happy shopping, Clare!

  41.   Lynn
    May 22nd, 2008 | 12:41 pm

    It’s not always the brand name that counts as Monique mentioned about her Prada shoes.
    The best shoes that I have, however, are made in Italy, Spain, and Brazil. I’ve never bought shoes made in China because I prefer leather shoes than man-made. Perhaps I should try a pair – MIC.

  42.   Lynn
    May 22nd, 2008 | 12:42 pm

    Opps! Happy Shopping Clara!!!

  43.   Lynn
    May 22nd, 2008 | 12:45 pm

    LOL!!! Thanks for the good laugh Lauren! I’m glad your hubby is no longer under suspicion!

  44.   millie
    May 25th, 2008 | 11:19 pm

    Hi all, just got my Lancel monogram. It’s a beauty – blue and shiny and perfect. Actually, my brother got my mum her first Lancel in Paris. We (My sisters nad I) are so in love with my mum’s bag. When Lancel opens its boutique in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), it’s a blessing. So, I don’t have to travel to other parts of the world to get best handbags in the world. Many of my friends do not know this brand though.

  45.   Lynn
    May 27th, 2008 | 12:24 pm

    Millie, it is nice and convenient to be able to buy your bags where you live, but don’t you think it’s a wonderful excuse to take a trip to Paris, or somewhere else in the world! “Sorry Darling I have to go to Paris to buy a new purse. You know that don’t sell Lancel here!”

  46.   millie
    May 27th, 2008 | 9:15 pm

    Mmmm……that would be wonderful !! But, Lynn, the fact is I would get response like “Why do you need so many bags ????”, “Why does it have to be LANCEL ???” In fact, last Friday, when I got myself two bags (one from Lancel, and one from Coach), I had to keep one in the car until my dearest went outstation. Can you believe that ????

  47.   Lynn
    May 28th, 2008 | 12:51 am

    LOL! Millie you did make me laugh! I guess there’s really two ways of looking at your situation; sort of the glass being half empty or half full.

    Half empty: You bought two bags and had to hide one of them from your husband.

    Half full: You bought two bags and only had to hide one of them from your husband.

    The best way of looking at things is you now have two new bags…..enjoy them!

  48.   liezel
    June 1st, 2008 | 8:51 am

    i got my first lancel bag last year when my boyfriend went to paris. I really feel classy everytime i use it.

  49.   arissa
    June 5th, 2008 | 2:22 am

    i finally got my first Lancel today. did my homework yesterday & marched to the store today. lo & behold..they were having a relocation sale so got mine for a steal! it was between the espiegle leather in black & the easy flirt in pink. i decided on the pink one. too many black bags! i am a very happy camper :)

    prob i should get the espiegle leather too..hmm, that’s a thought.

  50.   millie
    June 5th, 2008 | 9:04 pm

    Hi arissa, congratulations. Relocation sale ?? I bought one of mine last month when they’re having a relocation sale too. The best deal I’ve got so far in my bags collection. Bought it @ 40% discount. Apparently, this relocation sale means they’re moving to a new building or new shop or new location. How often could this be happening ???!!!

  51.   arissa
    June 6th, 2008 | 4:31 am

    hi millie! the sales guy said the sale has been going on for a month already so it must be the same one that you went to. they are moving to their own store, besides anya hindmarch in klcc. moving there soon, so he claimed. got mine for 60% less. great deal indeed esp when hubby is willing to pay for it too :)

    i fell in love with the serment leather but not in stock. was told that it was from the old collection but still available on the website though.

  52.   millie
    June 9th, 2008 | 2:12 am

    Arissa, maybe during the opening of the new store we would be able to view a bigger collection. Let’s wait for that and we’d get discounts too….I’m a sucker for that!!

  53.   angelmama
    June 22nd, 2008 | 2:58 am

    hi millie hi arissa
    u guys must be malaysian coz I got my first lancel (KLCC) last tuesday (french flirt) at 40% off and am in love with it irregardless of what my “bag snobs” colleagues say about it.. all they can think of is ferragamo, burberry, gucci and LV… and its not even full leather !! i adore coach for their leather but even that is considered “cheap”… heck, its affordable luxury i must say. best part is it looks like a work bag but can do double duty as a weekend bag coz i can stuff all my baby’s supplies when we go shopping :)

  54.   millie
    June 22nd, 2008 | 9:47 pm

    Hi Angelmama,

    Yeah, I’m here..in KL..or Shah Alam to be exact. Congratulations on your new Lancel. Best bargain I’ve to say. I agree with u about Coach bags. I adore them too coz they’re so practical. I have my day to day bags (and weekend bags too!!) of mostly Coach or E Aigner. They are heavy duty, versatile, practical and fashionable too. I keep my Lancel and LV for occassional wear only. No doubt Lancel is heavy duty too, but like u said, it is not a luxury as affordable as Coaches!! (at least for me)

  55.   angelmama
    June 22nd, 2008 | 10:29 pm

    good morning all

    hey millie, i work in shah alam too.:) cool wat a small wired world we all live in.. hmm.. was thinking about aigner. somehow i like those bags with “old world charm”. Maybe coz i use to see my uncles carrying the old aigner paper bags home from paris and use to dream of exotic holidays when I was still a kid. ALthough they are not the “IT brands” I think they have a great quality and aura about them :) I dare not step into LV coz I might bomb my budget and not to mention hubby staring dangerously at me each time I mention the words bags and watches !! but if i really want to get an LV, i would reserve for my trip to london or italy (its much cheaper there) till later, have a good day :)

  56.   Beth
    June 24th, 2008 | 7:57 am

    My daughter is in Paris and has just purchased a bag from the Lancel Champe Elysee store. She bought the messenger bag, with the signature fabric and dark brown leather trim and a long flap–it holds a lot (12″ x 9″) I saw a picture on Skype and loved it–it has a long shoulder strap. Today she called and liked a new bag–same fabric/brown leather trim in the bucket style–also long shoulder strap. Do any of you have either of these bags–and what to you think of them? I advised her to keep the messenger bag, as it holds more, less expensive and is more tailored. SHe will only be in Paris until Saturday—any thoughts??

  57.   arissa
    June 25th, 2008 | 1:27 am

    hi millie & angelmama,

    great to hear there are other lancel admirers like me in kl :) i agree that not many people are aware of the brand. i like coach bags too, before it was such a big thing here. they had a shop in kl hilton previously (now the hotel is known as crowne plaza). that was more than 5 yrs ago. got my first coach bag there. and yes, coach is affordable luxury.

    but now i’ve been using the lancel daily :) like you angelmama, my lancel is big enough to carry around my little daughter’s stuff & trust me, she wants to carry a lot of her things around. very pleased with my buy indeed.

    i’m looking forward to the shop opening in klcc. like what millie said, hope they’ll have a bigger collection. still eyeing the espiegle leather :)

  58.   Lynn
    June 27th, 2008 | 11:11 am

    Liezel, I agree you can’t help but feel great with a Lancel bag!

    Beth, not sure exactly which bags you’re talking about…. do you have a link to the photos?

    Arissa, I’m with you! I was in the store on the Champs-Elysées two days ago and I love the Espiegle Leather and the Fr. Flirt Suede Leather!

    Great bags and the luggage….well, I better stop until I win the lottery or something!!!

  59.   Diane
    July 8th, 2008 | 9:54 pm

    trying to find new Lancel bags in DC area. Will Diplomatic Duty Free have current Flirt bags or does anyone know of reputable website? thanks-

  60.   Delphine
    July 31st, 2008 | 1:46 pm

    I just bought my first Lancel Bag yesterday in the UAE and never thought to see or ask where it was made but just looked inside and it says made in Vietnam. I love my bag but it is something about seeing this expensive item was made in Asia that takes the pride of just a bit. I went to their website looking for photos of their bags but only three or so were shown. Do you know of another website that shows their catalogue of bags. Thanks

  61.   millie
    August 1st, 2008 | 5:27 am

    Hi Delphine, congratulations on your new Lancel….however, let me stress that it is economically more efficient for the bags to be made in Asian countries for many reasons e.g. forex and labor costs. So, please do not feel somewhat taken by the fact that your bag was made in Vietnam. And I’m sure there are many Vietnamese who indulge in expensive designer items would be proud to see their purchases are made in their very own country.

  62.   Lynn
    August 2nd, 2008 | 2:52 pm

    Diane, you can call DDF and find out, but I’m sure they must have current styles. The # is: (202) 466-8524.

  63.   Lynn
    August 2nd, 2008 | 3:07 pm

    Delphine, I can understand Millie’s point of view, however, I tend to agree with you. I love to buy products that are locally made. If I purchase Italian shoes, I like it to say Made in Italy, and if I’m getting a French purse, I would prefer it to say Made in France. I understand the labor costs, and I’m not saying that the quality of an item would be less if it were made in Vietnam, or China, etc…..that’s just the way I feel. I mean who wants a Persian rug saying Made in USA!?

    As for their website, there is much more than three bags shown. You need to maneuver between the photos and the arrows. I hope that helps!

  64.   Giornale
    August 3rd, 2008 | 1:13 pm

    I love Paris…

  65.   Kim
    August 3rd, 2008 | 1:45 pm

    Join the great big, wonderful club that loves it right along with you;-))

  66.   Lynn
    August 5th, 2008 | 3:10 pm

    My sentiments exactly Giornale, and it truly is a big club, Kim! A phenomenon really when you think about it. I don’t think there is another city in the world that incites such passion, such love, to such an extent as Paris. It’s inexplicable to say why, or sometimes to comprehend, but that’s the way it is.

  67.   Fran
    August 5th, 2008 | 5:04 pm

    Just returned from studying in Strasbourg. They had the most fantastic sales from June 2nd to the end of July. This is a great time to buy Lancel. Also check out the resale stores around Paris or any French town. I saw a couple of vintage bags, wish I had bought them now!!

  68.   Susan
    September 3rd, 2008 | 9:03 pm

    I was in London and Paris for 2 weeks this August. I wanted to buy a bag I couldn’t get in New York, Las Vegas or New Jersey for that matter. I walked into Gallerie Lafayette with my daughter and we immediately saw the most beautiful Lancel bag. It is bone leather with a bone and brown French toile pattern. It was also reduced twice. So unique and I love it even more now that I know you can only get Lancel at the airport!

  69.   mary
    October 20th, 2008 | 8:20 am

    Hi, cool site! I go to Paris every year and bought a wonderful reversible Sonia Rykiel bag, only to find out that it is CHEAPER at Bloomingdale’s!!
    Anybody encountered this? I love the new Lancel Flirt with stitching, but didn’t buy last wk. there because now I want to check prices stateside.
    2nd question: I am really concerned with weight–what’s the best over the body bag out there that’s light and fab looking?

  70.   Ellen
    October 22nd, 2008 | 1:48 pm

    We just returned from a trip to Paris & as I stood in the Galleries Lafayette holding an LV Petite Noe that I was ready to purchase I thought “why do I want to be like everyone else?” I thanked the the sales girl & went over to the Lancel shop where I purchased the Elsa Sellier & the coordinating wallet. I have received so many compliments & giggle a bit about how no one here has my bag!

  71.   Lynn
    October 26th, 2008 | 11:20 pm

    Fran, I always love a sale, especially at Lancel. When you see something you like and it’s on sale, don’t hesitate to buy it! Otherwise you end up saying exactly what you said….I wish I had bought them! Lol. Oh well, live and learn!

  72.   Lynn
    October 26th, 2008 | 11:22 pm

    Susan, you were lucky! Otherwise you would have ended up saying the same as Fran! Lol.

  73.   Delphine
    October 26th, 2008 | 11:28 pm

    I live in Abu Dhabi UAE. I bought my first bag a few months ago now at fourty percent off. I just happen to be in the mall during this sale or I would have misssed out. How often do they have sales on and do they notify their customers of it before starting. I just want to buy another but can’t at regular prices. Thanks.

  74.   Lynn
    October 26th, 2008 | 11:35 pm

    Mary, although Bloomingdale’s is fairly limited as far as dept. stores go in the States, you won’t find Lancel in any of their stores. So, unless you live near New York, Chicago, Detroit or Washington DC, you’re out of luck! Those are the only airports and duty free they sell them at.

    You’re 2nd question is a lot harder to answer because each person has a unique style or a different taste and there’s so many different styles to choose from. Or are you specifically asking about a light, over the body bag by Lancel?

  75.   Lynn
    October 26th, 2008 | 11:38 pm

    Good choice Ellen! You’re right….everyone has a LV bag and it’s so nice to have a chic purse that is more or less uniquely yours!

  76.   Lynn
    October 26th, 2008 | 11:49 pm

    Delphine, Lancel usually has a sale at the beginning of summer and at times during the beginning of the year, but I really couldn’t tell you if they correspond with sales in the UAE. Sometimes shops outside of Paris have their own sales to push certain merchandise. Sorry I couldn’t be of more help.

  77.   shosho
    October 30th, 2008 | 7:19 am

    hi all, i am trying to find a lancel store in london as i would like to get the large espiegle with red mock-croc leather trim and have tried the big stores – selfridges and harrods and they dont stock them…. help pls!!

  78.   Lynn
    November 16th, 2008 | 5:25 am

    Sorry Shosho, there aren’t any boutiques in London! The nearest is in France or Belgium.

  79.   Lydi
    December 17th, 2008 | 6:05 pm

    Lynn, are u stayin in Paris, or France? Could you pls advise whether Lancel stores in France will be on sale in Jan (as they normally do) ? I hope they do then i will wait till next yr, cow normally luxe boutiques do not go on sales.. Having language problem here although I stay near Paris, thanks.

  80.   Lynn
    December 29th, 2008 | 9:06 pm

    Lydi, there will be the usual Lancel sale in January 2009!

    At the moment I am lucky enough to be spending the Holidays in a warm sunny climate (26°C on the beach) and not in freezing cold weather like it’s been in France, but I will return to Paris in the New Year!

    (Soldes, promos d’hiver Lancel janvier 2009 )

  81.   Molly
    December 31st, 2008 | 10:49 am

    I am a pure novis in the designer handbag arena (I don’t count Coach as “designer”). I just received a beautiful Ferragamo bag and am happy with it. However, my sister has a Lancel bag that she purchased in Paris about 25 yrs ago and raves about it. Of course, there are people around who claim to have one or two for sale on the second market. I’ve not purchased bags second market. How does one identify a true Lancel bag? Thanks!

  82.   Tam
    January 9th, 2009 | 1:57 pm

    O-M-G! I can’t believe I’ve never heard of Lancel. I got my first Lancel bag as a Christmas present from my uncle who lives in Paris. I’m in the states. I fell in love with it at first sight. I’m so glad I can experience what you gals are feeling about the quality and looks of a Lancel bag. And yes, I love the fact that the only Lancel stores are at the airports in the US. No LV or Coach for me, Lancel all the way! Must go Paris! Thank you Lynn for a great blog!

  83.   Robert
    January 13th, 2009 | 8:01 pm

    hi everyone,
    I recently won a Lancel luggage set, apparently with a retail value of over 1000 pounds, which I have never used. Not that I don’t think they are nice, but as I am a not too wealthy student, I thought I would try to sell them. So in case anybody is interested please do let me know.
    Regards.

  84.   Robert
    January 13th, 2009 | 8:02 pm

    oh by the way, I live in London

  85.   Lynn
    January 16th, 2009 | 7:42 pm

    Molly, I don’t think there are as many fake Lancel bags as there are LV and others well known designer bags. If the price is too good to be true, needless to say, it’s probably a fake! I prefer going to a Lancel boutique to purchase mine, this way I know what I’ve got!

    (Tell your sister that I still have two Lancel purses that are over 20 years old and I still love them….more so than my newer ones!)

  86.   Lynn
    January 16th, 2009 | 7:44 pm

    Thanks Tam! You’ve got a really nice uncle!

  87.   Lynn
    January 16th, 2009 | 7:49 pm

    Robert, you have everyone drooling and wishing, “Why couldn’t it have been me who won that luggage?!!!”

    Could you give more details….

  88.   Robert
    January 18th, 2009 | 7:04 pm

    Lynn,
    I just had a look at the luggage set again, it’s a 5 piece luggage set from the 1876 line in the mole colour and includes:
    - cosmetic bag
    - small duffle bag
    - carry-on bag
    - duffle bag with wheels
    - wheeled suitcase
    I actually also won a Chapal leather jacket and some Rayban sunglasses, but as I’m still studying I think I can only afford to keep the sunglasses :-(

  89.   Yvette
    March 27th, 2009 | 10:59 pm

    HELP,I live in B.C.,Canada and can’t find the “EASY FLIRT”in yellow.Do you think if I call Paris they will ship it to me?I have bought 2 Lancel bags from Oglivy’s in Montreal and LOVE them!!They have limited selection and say they can’t get the one I am looking for…has anyone seen the one I am looking for…suggestions…I AM DESPARATE!!!

  90.   Baby Pita
    April 1st, 2009 | 4:31 pm

    I agree … LV is so over-rated. I personally think that their “signature” brown leather looks cheap. I went to the LV store in Paris and even after circling the showroom floor 3 times, I couldn’t find one LV bag that I liked. But within 5 seconds of entering Lancel, I found about 10 bags that I LOVED! My husband agrees on the matter of LV vs Lancel… of course his opinon matters, he has to see me wear the bag. I came home yesterday with my first (GORGEOUS) Off-white Lancel tote. The experience was wonderful and I hope to make more purchases at Lancel in the future. :-)

  91.   bibi
    May 3rd, 2009 | 6:37 am

    how much does the lancel adjani cost?

  92.   Lynn
    May 8th, 2009 | 8:09 pm

    Robert: Sorry I didn’t get back to you! I completely forgot since I don’t write TPT anylonger! I only come by when I get an e-mail that someone has left a comment and many times it comes months later! I hope you found someone interested in purchasing all your goods!

  93.   Lynn
    May 8th, 2009 | 8:10 pm

    Yvette: You have nothing to lose by calling them!

    Baby Pita: I’m sure this is not going to be your last!

    Bibi: Around 1300€, more or less.

  94.   Yvette
    May 11th, 2009 | 10:20 am

    I ordered my bag from the store in Cannes…It arrived with no problem.Thank you,I will definatly order again threw them…it took a couple weeks,but was well worth the wait!!I am in love…Lancel lover for life!!

  95.   Lynn
    May 12th, 2009 | 1:53 am

    Glad you tried it, and now you have another great bag!

  96.   Rachel Mishra
    May 12th, 2009 | 6:56 am

    Hi I recently bought one of your Lancel handbags in a Yellow color,from your Beirut branch.Within one month a noticed a big blue blotch.I was horrified.I took it back and they told me it wont be possible to clean it 100%.They also want me to pay for the cleaning.Im very confused are your hand bags not garanted?
    I payed $607.00us.I need answers. please tell me what to do.

  97.   Lynn
    May 13th, 2009 | 12:18 am

    Hi Rachel, first of all let me say that I am in no way affiliated with Lancel! (I wish I were!) I’m just a customer like you. That said, I don’t understand how a blue blotch could just appear. You don’t say how it appeared…. could it have been ink from a pen perhaps? If it just suddenly appeared, (???) and you are getting no help from the store where you purchased the handbag, the only thing I can suggest is writing to Lancel directly. Perhaps they will make amends….

    Lancel Paris
    261, Boulevard Raspail
    75014 Paris, France

    I hope that helps!

  98.   shosho
    May 13th, 2009 | 8:25 am

    hi, i’ve left a post here before, #77

    and i need the name and number of a sales assistant in any of the

    Lancel shops in france who speaks english and will help to

    get an espiegle drawstring in red mock-croc leather trim.

    thanks

  99.   Yvette
    May 13th, 2009 | 6:11 pm

    Hi Shosho,
    I got my handbag from Karen at the store in Cannes,she speaks english and was very helpful.good luck,hope she has the one you are looking for!!
    Yvette

  100.   Lynn
    May 14th, 2009 | 2:56 am

    Thanks for the info Yvette! Shosho, the # for the Cannes store is 33.04.93.38.04.20….you can ask for Karen.

  101.   shosho
    May 14th, 2009 | 9:00 am

    thank you Yvette and Lynn for the info, will let you know how i get on.

  102.   Evie
    June 4th, 2009 | 7:33 pm

    Just returned from Paris…I accidently stumbled across a Lancel store outside of Opera Garnier in Paris on my last day there. Almost gave up the search for a beautiful bag.. the Tonnelle literally stopped me in my tracks. I was there with my parents on vacation and after the tour of Opera Garnier my mom and I told my dad to walk around for by himself for a bit and me and my mom hit the store. 30 minutes later i walked outta there with my first Lancel bag. I’ve been trying for days since i got back to see if i can get the matching wallet for Tonnell but sadly no where to purchase online. I am in love with Lancel and will never go back to LV. Too bad about the wallet…gives me a perfect excuse to go back to Paris!

  103.   Kate
    June 12th, 2009 | 11:30 pm

    Hi All – I’ve got one of the canvas and leather Lancel bags which I absolutely love for everyday. But the canvas has some spots on it that I cannot seem to remove. Anyone have suggestions on how to clean?
    Thank you!


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