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Why are Chanel bags called Boys?
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The Chanel bags that are called Boys are named after Arthur Edward Capel. The British aristocrat and polo player was nicknamed “Boy” and was reportedly a romantic partner of Coco Chanel's for a number of years. The Chanel Boy bag debuted in the Chanel Fall/Winter collection of 2011. Shop a variety of Chanel Boy bags on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
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