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Product Description
This vintage Chanel Coco Mark barrette hair clip in black resin with silver-tone hardware is in very good condition, showing light traces of use. Featuring a clip closure, it is an elegant choice for polished daytime styling, dinner dates, or adding a refined finish to an evening look.
Q: What size is this Chanel Coco Mark Barrette Hair Clip? A: This barrette measures approximately 9.5 x 2 x 2 cm. Its long, slim shape is well suited to half-up styling, sweeping back side sections, or securing a smaller to medium section of hair.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Dimensions & Specifications
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
Delivery & Returns
Q: What size is this Chanel Coco Mark Barrette Hair Clip? A: This barrette measures approximately 9.5 x 2 x 2 cm. Its long, slim shape is well suited to half-up styling, sweeping back side sections, or securing a smaller to medium section of hair.
Q: What is this piece made from? A: According to the product information, this piece is crafted from black resin with silver-tone hardware and features a clip closure.
Q: Will this barrette hold thick hair securely? A: It should work well for fine to medium hair and for decorative styling on thicker hair. If your hair is very thick, curly, or especially heavy, it is best suited to partial styling rather than securing a full, bulky ponytail.
Q: How does the closure work? A: This style uses a classic clip closure, designed to open and close quickly for easy styling. Barrettes like this are commonly used for half-up looks, neat side sections, and polished low-volume styles.
Q: Is this item vintage? A: Yes, this is a vintage Chanel piece. Gentle age-related variation is normal in vintage fashion, and this is part of the character and appeal of an original older Chanel design.
Q: What condition is it in? A: This item is listed in Very Good condition with light traces of use. The hardware is described as shiny with light scratches, and the overall presentation appears well preserved for a vintage piece.
Q: Does anything come with it? A: No additional items are included with this listing. The product information notes no included items, and there is no box or authenticity card specified.
Q: What does the serial number 04 A mean? A: On Chanel fashion pieces, a marking such as 04 A is generally understood as a season code from 2004, with A commonly linked to an autumn or pre-fall delivery. It can help date the piece, but it should not be used as the only proof of authenticity.
Q: How should I care for the resin and hardware? A: Wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth after wear and store it separately from harder items to help prevent scratches. It is also best to avoid direct contact with perfume, hairspray, styling products, excess moisture, and prolonged heat so the resin finish and metal hardware stay looking their best.
Q: How is authenticity assessed for a vintage Chanel hair clip? A: A Retro Tale specialises in authenticated vintage luxury and offers a 100% authenticity guarantee. For vintage Chanel, authenticity is assessed holistically through materials, finish, hardware, markings, and overall period consistency rather than relying on one code alone.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
This vintage Chanel Coco Mark barrette hair clip in black resin with silver-tone hardware is in very good condition, showing light traces of use. Featuring a clip closure, it is an elegant choice for polished daytime styling, dinner dates, or adding a refined finish to an evening look.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What size is this Chanel Coco Mark Barrette Hair Clip? A: This barrette measures approximately 9.5 x 2 x 2 cm. Its long, slim shape is well suited to half-up styling, sweeping back side sections, or securing a smaller to medium section of hair.
Q: What is this piece made from? A: According to the product information, this piece is crafted from black resin with silver-tone hardware and features a clip closure.
Q: Will this barrette hold thick hair securely? A: It should work well for fine to medium hair and for decorative styling on thicker hair. If your hair is very thick, curly, or especially heavy, it is best suited to partial styling rather than securing a full, bulky ponytail.
Q: How does the closure work? A: This style uses a classic clip closure, designed to open and close quickly for easy styling. Barrettes like this are commonly used for half-up looks, neat side sections, and polished low-volume styles.
Q: Is this item vintage? A: Yes, this is a vintage Chanel piece. Gentle age-related variation is normal in vintage fashion, and this is part of the character and appeal of an original older Chanel design.
Q: What condition is it in? A: This item is listed in Very Good condition with light traces of use. The hardware is described as shiny with light scratches, and the overall presentation appears well preserved for a vintage piece.
Q: Does anything come with it? A: No additional items are included with this listing. The product information notes no included items, and there is no box or authenticity card specified.
Q: What does the serial number 04 A mean? A: On Chanel fashion pieces, a marking such as 04 A is generally understood as a season code from 2004, with A commonly linked to an autumn or pre-fall delivery. It can help date the piece, but it should not be used as the only proof of authenticity.
Q: How should I care for the resin and hardware? A: Wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth after wear and store it separately from harder items to help prevent scratches. It is also best to avoid direct contact with perfume, hairspray, styling products, excess moisture, and prolonged heat so the resin finish and metal hardware stay looking their best.
Q: How is authenticity assessed for a vintage Chanel hair clip? A: A Retro Tale specialises in authenticated vintage luxury and offers a 100% authenticity guarantee. For vintage Chanel, authenticity is assessed holistically through materials, finish, hardware, markings, and overall period consistency rather than relying on one code alone.
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
