Custom Made Chloé Bag: Dream It, Design It (Maybe?)
Okay, so, let’s be real. Chloé. That name just *oozes* effortless cool, right? Like, picture Parisian chic, but with a dash of, I dunno, bohemian wanderlust. And those bags? Ugh, don’t even get me STARTED on the Faye. But here’s the thing: a real Chloé bag? Yeah, that’s gonna cost you a pretty penny. A *very* pretty penny. Like, maybe-skip-rent-for-a-month pretty penny.
So, what’s a girl (or guy! Bags are for everyone, duh!) to do if you’re craving that Chloé vibe but your bank account is screaming in terror? Well, that’s where the whole “custom-made” thing comes in.
Now, I’ve been doing some digging (because, let’s face it, I can’t afford a *real* Chloé bag either), and there’s a few different angles you can take here.
First, there’s the DIY route. I saw this awesome tutorial for a “Chloe Bag” (air quotes!) by Shamballa Bag Designs. Looks kinda complicated, ngl, but if you’re crafty, it could be a fun project. Plus, you can pick your own materials, which is kinda cool. Maybe skip the exact Chloé colors and go for something totally *you*, y’know? Make it your own signature thing!
Then, there’s the “custom bags manufacturer” option. Companies like LeelineBags seem to specialize in making bags to order. They probably won’t slap a Chloé logo on it (copyright, duh!), but you could get a bag that *looks* like a Chloé bag, but with your own personal touches. Like, maybe a different clasp, or a slightly tweaked shape. You could even add your initials, which is pretty boujee, if you ask me.
And speaking of boujee, I saw something about custom purses from Contrado, too. Leather! Made to order! Sounds fancy. Maybe a bit pricier than the “offshore manufacturer” route, but probably better quality? I’m just speculating here, folks. Do your research!
But here’s the BIG question I’m wrestling with: Is it “okay” to basically knock off a designer bag? Like, is it a celebration of inspiration, or just straight-up copying? I honestly don’t know. I guess it depends on your intentions? If you’re trying to pass it off as the real deal, that’s a big no-no. But if you’re just trying to get the *look* without breaking the bank… I dunno. Maybe it’s okay? Morality is hard, you guys.
Honestly, the whole thing kinda makes my head spin. You could even go the “inspired by” route with SoBo Fashion and design your own tote bag. Not exactly Chloé, but hey, at least you get to be creative! Plus, it’s probably way cheaper.