Retouching vs repainting.

Retouching

• the bag’s original color was not changed.
• - If you take the bag to Chanel to service it, they will consider it authentic but might not work on it.
• - The value of the bag doesn’t change dramatically if it is retouched.
• - It’s easier to resell.
• - If the job is done professionally, the color will not peel, and if it does, it’s not noticeable because the layer underneath is the same color.
• - Retouching, if done professionally, will increase the value of an old bag with faded color dye.
• - A professional spa service will only retouch a bag and never agree on repainting.

Repainting

• the original color is changed, for example, from red to black.
• - If you take the bag to Chanel to service it, Chanel will consider it a counterfeit and will not service it.
• - The value of the bag goes down the drain.
• - It’s tough to resell a repainted bag, and if it does, the price will be very low.
• - With time the top new color dye will peel and expose the color underneath.
• - The bag will require constant maintenance and conditioning to avoid cracking.
• - I wouldn’t trust a spa that agrees to repaint the bag.

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