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All About The Chanel 19

In the March 2019 Fall/Winter collection, The Chanel 19 bag was unveiled. The design was the last bag Karl Lagerfeild designed before his passing in February 2019. He designed it with Chanels creative director Virginie Viard. The bag was inspired by the reimaging of a Chanel classic, paying homage to the 2.55, the first shoulder bag by Gabrielle Coco.

Summer Trend: Bright Colours

It’s summer, which means bright colours are in! One of our favourite summer trends right now are pastels, neons and bold colours. Never be afraid to style a bold colored bag, colour blocking is in and adding a pop of colour to your outfit is never out of style.

A Chanel Bag Stolen in Yorkville

On Monday June 20th, 2022, in Yorkville Ave, two thieves saw an unattended Chanel bag while the client was in the restroom and cosmetic nurses were in the back.

Customer Appreciation Giveaway

We love our clients! We wouldn’t be the company we are today without all of our fellow bag addicts. We wanted to do something to thank you for your continued support.

Chanel Set To Create An Invite-Only Private Boutique

Chanel is creating a new shopping experience that is curated for their top level client base. Chanel is pushing exclusivity with its soon coming invite-only private boutiques in Asia set to launch next year.

Want To Source A Bag? We Can Help!

One of our team product specialists will source your perfect bag! Keep in mind we can only source the following brands: Chanel. Louis Vuitton, Dior, Hermès, Céline, Givenchy, Prada, Gucci, Saint Laurent. Fendi. Cartier. Van Cleef & Arpels. Chloé, Balenciaga, Valentino, and Goyard.

Chanel Heart Bag

RARE AND HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER! We believe this Chanel Heart Bag will triple its value overtime. In 1996, Chanel released another heart shaped bag and its resale value on the current market is $40K USD. Currently, other consignments have this bag retail at $10K+ USD. This Chanel heart bag is the season’s hottest bag, and currently impossible to get at the boutique! The heart shaped bag is currently trending as it was seen earlier this year at Gucci and Isabel Marant runways. The spacious interior is large enough to fit your essentials, and the outer pocket allows for quick access to your most used items. Pair this with your favorite everyday outfit or wear it on a night out to make a statement. Grab this collector’s item before it is gone! We have three colors in stock! Blue: Black:   […]

SME Canadian Business Awards: Business of Year

It is with great pleasure that Luxe Du Jour has won Small Business of the Year through SME  Canadian Business Awards. We are honored to be receiving the award for Small Business of the Year! This award represents the hard work and dedication to make Luxe Du Jour the brand it is today. Our dedication, persistence and perseverance is acknowledged by SME and RBC for this award and for that we are grateful. We want to make luxury affordable and attainable and do our best to contribute to circular fashion. Tammy Phan graciously accepted the award. You can watch her acceptance speech at the link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6LBr5eqjSo Our Time Stamp: 23:04  To our clients who have supported us throughout these 6 years, we are extremely grateful and just note this is only the beginning and we have more coming soon […]

Make An Offer Event

MAKE AN OFFER We are celebrating Luxe Du Jour’s 6th year anniversary and we are hosting our “Make An Offer” event! Our clients have been waiting patiently for this famous event! We normally never accept offers unless you are a VIP client. We may pass on a reasonable offer to our consignors, but for the next 72 HOURS (May 10th 2022 – May 13th 2022) we are open to serious offers! HOW IT WORKS: Direct message us on Instagram @Luxedujour2 or Text us at 587-437-6997 and send us a photo of the item with your offer. You will receive a reply with “ACCEPTED” or a “COUNTER OFFER”. You must make a deposit or payment if your offer is accepted or you can choose to accept the counter offer. If your offer was too low and not considered or accepted, you […]

Chanel Trendy 101

The coveted Chanel Trendy was first spotted on the spring 2014 runway. The trendy is recognized by its “Chanel” top plate, top handle, CC clasp in the front, woven chain strap, three separated compartments and a back pocket. The Trendy was designed to be a working women’s go-to bag. It flew off the shelves on its initial launch, making it an instant success. It’s now considered a classic amongst the Chanel addict community.   This bag is made in limited quantities. That means when shopping at the store there are very rarely any Trendy’s lined up on the shelf. Chanel only releases a handful of Trendy CC’s easy season, making it unique and rare to other Chanel styles.   The Trendy is priced more than a Chanel 19 and Coco Handle. However, it’s still a lower price point than a classic flap. […]

Our Instagram Got Disabled…Again

Our Instagram is deactivated again! Last year, around the same time (October 2020), our account was disabled for the first time. The second time was the day before Black Friday, November 25th, 2021 around 5:30 pm. Our team was excited for our Black Friday Sale and getting ready for it when we were suddenly disabled from the IG world. On Friday December 17th at 6:07pm it was deemed a mistake on the account. Now the third, and final time (fingers crossed) On Wednesday April 14th 2022 at 9:34pm, We received notice of deactivation of our account. This ban came with no notice, except on Tuesday, April 12th 2022 at 9:27pm. We got locked out of our account for 24 hours due to “suspicious activity”. Here is a reminder of what to do if your account is disabled. Instagram has three […]

Luxe Du Jour 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt!

Easter is fast approaching and we want to give a loyal bag addict a chance to win cash, $1000 CAD to be specific.  Are you ready for our 2nd annual Easter Egg Hunt?  Starting April 10th – 20th, one of our social platforms will post an Easter bunny emoji!  It could be posted on  stories, posts, websites, Luxe Bag Rental, Luxe Bag Spa, Tik Tok, or in our emails. If you spot it, screen screenshot it and DM us saying you found the Easter bunny and you will win $1000 CASH!     ^This is how the bunny emoji looks like  First person to spot and send us a screenshot between April 10-20. If there is no one that finds it by April 20th midnight, the game is over. There can only be one winner! Ready for a hint?  The hint: […]

All About Gabrielle Hobo Bag

It’s Spring, and in spring 2017 the infamous Chanel Gabrielle bag was first launched. Gabrielle was targeted towards a younger demographic. It was designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld. His inspiration was Gabrielle Chanel. Gabrielle paid tribute to the founder and her constant desire to put women’s freedom first, freedom of style. The bag was said to be an effortless “it” bag with a contemporary twist. The bag’s shape takes inspiration from oculus glasses. The adjustable strap lets you wear it three different ways: over the shoulder, cross body or both at the same time. The Gabrielle received mixed reviews amongst Chanel fans, doubting the longevity of the bags’ style. The bag was well received amongst celebrities and influencers. The Gabrielle has become a staple in Chanel’s collection. Here are some Chanel Gabrielle Hobo Bags that we have in stock: […]

Top 6 “Mommy” Bag

Mommy Bag (noun): Mary Poppins of bags usually contain diapers, snacks and everything you and everyone around you may need. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to have a kid to rock a mommy bag. How is a mommy bag different from a tote? I’m glad you asked. A mommy bag can be even a small bag that if organized correctly, can fit everything you could possibly need. A tote is usually larger and typically made of canvas, leather or any easy to clean material. These bags are perfect since they are able to carry all essentials while remaining stylish and elegant. The Birkin is the OG mommy bag – Jane Birkin originally used it as a diaper bag. Bags are meant to be enjoyed and used. If you are worried about them getting a little dirty, don’t worry, we […]

History Of The “Tote”

The origin of the word tote is “to carry” with roots dating back to the 17th century. In the West African language, Kikonho, the word “tota” means to “pick up”. In Kimbundu, the word “tuta” means “carry;load” and in Swahili “tuta” means “pick up,carry”. Did you know that the first tote bags were originally worn around the waist?  Back in the day, if your tote was embellished or embroidered, it was a status symbol of wealth. In 1940, LL Bean created their first tote bag to carry Ice and Wood. This practical canvas bag was made to last – it’s now known as a boat bag (because of its broad shape). In the 1960s, Bonnie Cashin started a tote collection called Cashin Carry tote bag which is now known as Coach. Her collection was spacious, colorful, beautiful, modern and made […]

Belt Bags 101

Honest question, would you like a belt that’s only purpose is to hold your pants up or would you prefer a belt that not only holds your pants up but can carry your essentials too. I’m not talking about fanny packs, I mean the ever-so classy belt bags. A fanny pack can be wonderful for running errands or going for a jog. However, the belt bag is a sophisticated, fashionable bag that’s perfect for on the go, being a style statement or even more. Belt Bags 101: Sophisticated version of a fanny pack It’s become a must-have accessory. When the big wigs like Alexander Wang and Louis Vuitton debuted during Fashion Week, the belt bags became something that everyone needed to have Men can wear belts too, The name “belt bag” has status attached to it too. Perfect for all […]

Women In Fashion

Ah women, they do some of the great things! There are so many incredible women in fashion. Today, let’s take a moment and honor them and the brands they have created and/or contributed to.  Coco Chanel The famous Coco Chanel – if you were to google most famous women designer, guaranteed she is the first result. Considered by many to have been the greatest fashion force who ever lived. Coco Chanel changed the way women wore clothes – she capitalized on the changing times and she was a fashion icon. During the war, women only wore trousers when working a traditionally male job – Coco Chanel played a massive role in making trousers for women a popular fashion item. Nadège Vanhee-Cybulski The creative director of Hermes. Nadège Vanhee-Cybulski studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of Antwerp. She then […]

Pantone Color Of The Year 2022: Very Peri

In early December, Pantone released its color of the year. This year they decided on the shade “Very Peri”. It is a purple hue with violet-red undertones and a slight quality of blue. Lilac has been a massive trend in fashion in 2021 we saw it in clothing, makeup and also handbags! The Pantone press release stated that the color was chosen with intent of what is currently taking place culturally. Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute said, “Creating a new color for the first time in the history of our Pantone Color of the Year educational color program reflects the global innovation and transformation taking place.”   The mission statement for Very Peri is: “A New Pantone Color Whose Courageous Presence Encourages Personal Inventiveness And Creativity. Here are our top picks for purple shade bags: Chanel Classic […]

Handbag Spring 2022 Trends

Ahhh spring has sprung. Which means we are updating our winter wardrobe into spring. I, for one, am looking forward to warmer weather and some new trends that get me excited about style again. Also, a new excuse for a bag is always exciting.    Green Is So In You will have everyone green with envy when you’re rocking one of these green bags. Green is perfect for a monochromatic look or even a pop of color in an all-neutral look.             Bucket Bags  The bucket bag is making a comeback just like its distant cousin, the bucket hat, which made a comeback in 2021. The bucket bag is perfect for an evening bag that can dress up any outfit. I personally love how secure the bag is with the strings that pull the bag […]

Luxury Work Bags for Women Who Mean Business

Does everyone feel busier in February than any other month? Maybe because it’s a shorter month. Since I survived the February blues and I feel like I have become a strong business woman – I’m going to need a new work bag to treat myself. I think you need to treat yourself too.  Sac De Jour Classy, structured, and spacious. “Sac De Jour” translates to “Day Bag” – you go to work during the day, which is a sign that this should be your work bag. The structure of the bag gives the bag its elegance to be paired with a power suit or delicate dress. The bag itself isn’t bulky and has delicate pleats along the side to give it more of a feminine design.    Chanel Jumbo Flap It can fit a laptop. Need I say more? I […]

Customer Appreciation Giveaway!

THANK YOU! We love our clients! We wouldn’t be the company we are today without all of our fellow bag addicts. We wanted to do something to thank you for your continued support.  From February 15th – 28th 2022, you will have the chance to win a beautiful brand new Chanel cardholder.    GIVEAWAY RULES: This giveaway is exclusive to our clients who have purchased and sold with us previously, you can enter by leaving us a review on Google + Facebook (2 entries if both are done) If you have given a review to our sister companies (Luxe Bag Rental and Luxe Bag Spa), you can copy and paste your review on Luxe Du Jour to be entered.  We will automatically be entering every name from our Google reviews + Facebook reviews.  So, if you already left a review, […]

Meet Our Product Specialist: Megan

Hi, my name is Megan, and I am a Sales Representative at Luxe Du Jour. I wanted to introduce myself to both new and existing Luxe Du Jour Clients. I work out of the head office here in Calgary, Alberta. My personal favorite brands are Hermès, Chanel, Celine, Christian Dior, and Chloé. In terms of products, I specialize in Hermès, Chanel and Celine, so I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have about these brands. Now, here are FIVE more things to know about me: 1. I am an Administration Assistant turned Sales Representative I got my bachelor’s degree in Business Administration a long time ago; I was certain that being an administration assistant is what I should do. After being a stay-at-home mom for a couple years, I really want to go back to work […]

All About The Chanel GST Tote

The only GST I like is the Chanel GST – not the tax, the Grand Shopping Tote.  This tote was available in two other sizes: the Petite Shopping Tote (PST) and the Grand Shopping Tote XL (GST XL). The oldest GST first launched  in early 2004, then it was reissued in 2010, and discontinued in 2015. The GST tote rose to fame in the early to mid 2000’s with the entire cast of The Hills, Paris Hilton and many other reality TV stars sporting the bag on their arm. There are two models of this tote; the original model style code was  A20995, and the newer model ( the reissued one) style code was A50995.   What are the differences between the two styles? 1. Its light as air This bag is extremely light and, considering its full caviar leather […]

Our Top Luxury Valentine’s Day Gift / Treat Yourself Ideas!

My favorite holiday is Valentine’s Day, whether it is going out with the girls, a date night with a significant other or a night in watching your favorite movie. Valentine’s day is all about telling the people around you that you love them while they’re still around to hear it. It is also a great reminder about self-love – make sure you treat yourselves as well…you deserve it. Now for my ladies that are going out, let’s talk – what are we wearing? For significant others, what are we buying her? Here are my top picks for Valentines Day: Chanel Like Wallet The perfect bag that fits essential cards, ID, phone, lip gloss and mints. This stunning pale pink color is neutral enough to match your outfit, but still be a nice pop of color with a neutral look.    […]

Meet Our New Partner- ReUpp!

We got a new partner!! We are excited to announce our partnership with ReUpp. ReUpp is a browser extension that lets you know what you can sell your item back to them for before you even purchase it.  How does this magical browser extension work? You will see what price you can sell it back to us for at the time of purchase (must be purchased through our website). ReUpp will remind you to sell and let you know if that sell-back price is about to drop. You can sell back your item within 1 year of purchase at any time. When you are ready click the link in the reminder email and it will take you to a simple 3 step process and choose how you would like to get paid, you are only required to pay return shipping […]

Chanel Price Increase – Why You Should Invest in Chanel Handbags Today

If you don’t already have your hands on a Classic flap, the time to get one is NOW! The rumors are true, Chanel is set to have yet another price increase on November 3, 2021. That’s right only a few more days before we see another price increase! Following the major price increase that occurred on July 1st, November’s increases may just be as high. So hang onto your flap bags because the price increases over the past few years have been astronomical.  Despite hearing many rumors circulating around, our information comes straight from the source. Chanel Sales Associates have confirmed the increases will occur. Unfortunately, that means Chanel Classic Flaps are almost the same price as a Hermes Birkin retail value. And with Chanel Classic flaps being harder to get these days in store, who says that we won’t be seeing […]

Why you Should Invest in Chanel Today!

Why you should be investing in Chanel Classic Flap Bags!