The Ultimate Guide to Celine: Investment Pieces Worth Owning

Celine stands as one of the most enduring symbols of quiet luxury. Known for its minimalist silhouettes, refined tailoring, and impeccable craftsmanship, Celine continues to lead the conversation around timeless investment fashion. Whether under Phoebe Philo’s artistic direction or Hedi Slimane’s modernisation, the Parisian label has consistently produced wardrobe staples with enduring resale value and long-lasting style credibility.

This guide explores the best Celine pieces to invest in, breaking down each category—from coats and tailoring to handbags and footwear. We also show you how to find your perfect fit in Celine instantly using Tellar.co.uk, the UK’s free luxury sizing tool trusted by thousands of style-conscious shoppers.

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🧵 Why Invest in Celine?

Celine’s appeal lies in:

• Exceptional tailoring and high-quality European fabrication

• Minimalist design that resists seasonal trend turnover

• High resale value, particularly in handbags and outerwear

• Iconic silhouettes that transcend creative directors

Celine is part of the LVMH portfolio, sharing the same commitment to craftsmanship seen in Louis Vuitton and Loewe, but without overt logos or maximalist branding.

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👜 Investment Categories: What to Buy

1. Celine Handbags

Celine bags are investment icons, retaining or increasing in value over time. They are constructed with calfskin or grained leathers, often lined in luxurious suede, and feature subtle hardware.

🏆 Best Bags to Buy:

• Classic Box Bag

  Minimal, structured, and timeless. Available in smooth calfskin, this is Celine’s most enduring piece—versatile for day-to-evening.

• Triomphe Bag

  A newer icon under Slimane, with the heritage “double C” logo, nodding to the Arc de Triomphe. It has strong resale value and a cult following.

• Luggage Tote

  Introduced by Phoebe Philo, known for its structured body and sculptural “face”. Though heavier, it’s still a collector’s favourite.

• 16 Bag

  A Hedi Slimane-era creation named after Celine’s Paris address. Understated and architectural.

Size Tip:

If you’re petite or short-torsoed, opt for medium or small versions—crossbodies tend to sit better. Use Tellar to identify which dimensions suit your torso width and height best.

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2. Tailored Coats

Celine wool coats are investment-grade outerwear. They’re cut in heavy Italian or French wool, often fully lined with padded shoulders and generous hems.

Styles to Look For:

• Single-breasted tailored coats – often camel, navy, or black

• Double-face wool wrap coats – perfect for layering

• Military-style overcoats – a Hedi Slimane signature

• Cropped wool blazers – great for smart-casual dressing

💡 Why invest? A tailored Celine coat lasts for decades, styles effortlessly with denim or tailoring, and resists piling and sagging even with frequent wear.

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3. Celine Boots & Footwear

Footwear is one of Celine’s most underrated investment categories—especially boots and loafers.

Key Picks:

• Claude Loafers – sleek almond toe, polished leather

• Romy Boots – a perfect heeled ankle boot for work-to-weekend

• Lace-up Combat Boots – chunky-soled, modern

• Pointed Slingbacks – under Phoebe, these were bestsellers

Celine shoes often run slightly narrow; use Tellar.co.uk to check brand sizing conversions across UK, EU, and US to ensure you get the right length and width.

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4. Celine Sunglasses

Celine sunglasses feature chunky acetate frames, subtle branding, and superior lens quality. They are also one of the most counterfeited items—another sign of their demand and status.

Investment Models:

• Cat-eye silhouettes – like the ‘Audrey’ or ‘Shadow’ frames

• Flat-top D-frames – worn by countless celebrities

• Round acetate frames – retro but clean

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5. Ready-to-Wear Pieces

While bags and coats lead for resale, ready-to-wear is where true Celine fans build their wardrobe.

Best Clothing Pieces:

• Silk blouses – especially those with pleats, drape, or scarf-necks

• Cashmere knitwear – with refined ribbing or relaxed fits

• High-waisted tailored trousers – slim leg, side-zipped

• Shirt dresses – minimal prints, belted silhouettes

• Celine jeans – raw denim or clean straight cuts

Avoid loud prints or trend pieces—Celine’s best ready-to-wear staples are neutral, structured, and subtle.

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👗 Fit & Sizing Advice for Celine

Celine’s sizing is classically French: slightly smaller than UK or US sizing, with a tailored shoulder and high armhole.

Common Issues:

• Slim shoulders and sleeves

• Shorter jacket lengths

• Narrow waist fit in trousers

Use Tellar.co.uk’s Store Size Lookup Tool to:

• Translate your body measurements (or known brand size) into Celine’s equivalent

• Avoid choosing the wrong EU or FR size

• See how Celine fits relative to brands like COS, Reiss, The Row or Theory

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🧠 Celine by Creative Director: Philo vs Slimane

Understanding which era of Celine you're buying from helps with both resale value and fit expectations.

• Phoebe’s era has cult value. Many of her pieces have doubled in value.

• Slimane’s work is more fitted, darker, and leaner—especially in trousers and tailoring.

Both offer investment value, but choose based on your personal aesthetic.

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🧵 How to Shop Smart for Celine

✅ What to Prioritise:

• Outerwear with 90%+ wool or cashmere content

• Handbags with box leather or grained calfskin

• Limited runs (colours or trims that change seasonally)

• Sizing that flatters your true body shape—use Tellar to check first

❌ What to Avoid:

• Overly seasonal pieces with loud prints

• Shoes in suede unless waterproofed

• Accessories with high logo placement (rare for Celine, but not timeless)

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👚 Get Your Size in Celine Instantly – Free on Tellar.co.uk

No need to guess or Google French-to-UK conversions. Tellar does it for you—instantly and accurately.

How it works:

1. Enter your bust, waist, and hip—or select a brand you already wear.

2. Use the Store Size Lookup Tool to get your exact Celine size.

3. See what size you’d be in 1,500+ brands like Celine, The Row, COS, Totême, or Massimo Dutti.

📎 You can also download a free printable measuring tape directly from Tellar.co.uk.

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📚 Related Tellar.co.uk Style & Fit Guides:

• Finding Your Clothes Size: The Ultimate Guide

• UK vs USA vs European Clothing Sizes

• The Ultimate Guide to Smart-Casual Blazers for Women’s Body Types

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