First off, yes, Nordstrom *does* sell Chanel bags. But, and this is a BIG but, it’s not like walking into, say, a Target and finding rows of ’em. It’s more… elusive. Think of it like hunting for a unicorn wearing a Chanel suit. Okay, maybe not *that* extreme, but you get the idea.
The availability? Spotty. Depends on the Nordstrom. Depends on the day. I’ve heard stories of people finding amazing vintage pieces, while others strike out completely. One person in that Reddit thread (linked above, obvs) mentioned buying from a Chanel boutique *inside* a Nordstrom. Who knew, right? Mind. Blown.
And that brings me to my next point: Why *would* you buy a Chanel bag at Nordstrom instead of just, you know, going to a Chanel boutique? Well, for starters, Nordstrom often has free shipping and returns. Which, let’s be real, is HUGE when you’re talking about a bag that costs more than my rent. Also, some people like the idea of using their Nordstrom credit card. Points, baby! I mean, who doesn’t love earning rewards while dropping serious cash? Plus, I think you can use the points to get a free bag!
But here’s where my personal opinion kicks in: Is it *really* worth the hassle? I mean, chasing down a specific Chanel bag at Nordstrom feels like a scavenger hunt I’m not sure I have the energy for. I kinda feel like if I’m spending that much money, I wanna be pampered at a Chanel boutique, sipping champagne and having a salesperson fawn over me, not sifting through racks at a department store (no offense, Nordstrom).
The other thing is, the *new* Chanel stuff… yeah, that’s mostly at the Chanel boutiques themselves. Nordstrom might have some new arrivals, but the really hot, fresh-off-the-runway stuff? Probably not. The link I posted before says the new fall/winter collection won’t even be available until September 2025. Talk about planning ahead, right?
Also, be aware that, like, a Nordstrom might be “temporarily closed”. Like, the one in Valley Fair, according to the links. So always check hours before going.
