Here’s Why You Didn’t Get That Chanel Bag You Wanted

Ever wondered how some Chanel clients are getting the sold-out bags? The same Chanel could be very different experiences depending on what type of client you are.

Read more for the full breakdown on what each tier of client unlocks and the bags that VICs got access to that walk-in clients never had a chance at.

When you shop at Chanel, you likely fall into one of the following tier:

Walk-in
Elite
Elite+
VIC
VVIC

not an official title, but here’s what it’ll give you.

Elite
- Lookbook
- Potential bag reservation
- Birthday rose

Elite+
- Request access for new drops
- Some bag pre-order / reservations

VIC
- Private shopping events
- Early collection try-on
- Invite only previews

VVIC
- Appointment only boutiques
- High jewelry previews
- Paris runway invitations

Walk-ins
High-demand bags are likely not available as they are reserved before reaching the boutique. Hot quota bag offers rarely happen for walk-in with no spending history.

Recent VIC benefits
SS26 Maxi Flap: VICs were prioritised, it sold out before most people got a shot.

Chanel Cruise 2025/26 Singapore: The collection arrived here before most global markets. Local VICs had access before the rest of the world.

No VIC profile? No problem

At Loveholic, we source brand new and preloved Chanel including the pieces that sold out before most people got a chance.

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