REVIEWS

“My experience with Tami and KERN1 was a long-cherished dream come true, and actually even more wonderful than I could have ever imagined. I had been following Tami for years and finally took the plunge to get in touch online. To anyone who is hesitating, I say: go for it!

Tami is helpful, patient, and above all, incredibly kind. Everything about her gives you the feeling that you are dealing with a true professional who advises and sells straight from the heart and with genuine passion.

After several conversations about two jackets, we decided to meet at my office in Amsterdam. What a fantastic experience that was! I had booked a meeting room, and Tami surprised me with a selection of carefully chosen jackets, which she presented so expertly that the room was transformed into a Chanel heaven. I tried them on, she offered advice, and we had some truly meaningful conversations. My eye was immediately drawn to one jacket in particular, and as it turned out, it fitted me like an absolute glove! It felt like it was meant to be. After a final finishing touch by Tami's mother, received the jacket beautifully packaged. Wow, wow, wow, this 32-year-old jacket is even prettier than the brand-new ones in my wardrobe. I know I will treasure and enjoy this for many years to come. Tami and I will undoubtedly meet again for another meeting.”
Client C.L. 09 2026

“Tami she is here and she is even more gorgeous in person! The jacket fits like a glove and I am so in love.

I cannot thank you enough for being the bridge to connect me to this piece. I have always wanted to own a Chanel jacket and if it's only one I can afford to own, it has to be the right one. A piece that I can reach out for any occasion, be it special or just an ordinary day. Discovering you has deepen my appreciation for vintage Chanel jackets.

These curation of yours have been done with utmost care and special intention from the stories you've shared of each piece. Also not forgetting your mum behind the scenes who's dedication in her workmanship is second to none. This jacket will definitely be something I will hand down to my daughters and hopefully for many generations after. I promise you and your mum that I will look after it. Thank you Tami and Tami's mum. All my love to you from Australia.”
Client V.T. 09 2026

“I first discovered KERN1 through Vogue Hong Kong in 2019. One jacket immediately stayed with me: this pink pastel confetti tweed from Chanel’s Spring/Summer 1994 collection. Playful, lighthearted, and exactly the kind of Chanel piece I love. I messaged Tami, but it had already sold.

So began a search that would take six years. I kept checking in with Tami to ask if she had found another one. She hadn’t. I searched everywhere too, from vintage shops in China to France and the US. I found similar pieces, but they were always too big, too worn, or simply not the one.

And then, suddenly, in April 2026, I saw it in a KERN1 story. It was still available. It was my size. It came with the matching skirt. And it was the exact version I had been searching for, as the pastel confetti sets from 1994 came in slightly different cuts. This was the perfect one. I bought it on the spot.

When it arrived, I opened the parcel and almost cried when I saw it with my own eyes, after all those years staring at pictures of it. I tried it on, and when I looked at myself in the mirror that night, I understood why I had never given up on it. It was worth the wait. I know I will cherish it even more because of it. Thank you, Tami and KERN1, for making this dream come true.”
Client L. 04 2026

“It’s always a special moment to receive a piece from KERN1’s carefully curated vintage Chanel collection. Tami and her mum’s passion and expertise are evident in the detailed care they pour into refreshing their archival selections. It is hard to believe that the jacket I received is 30 years old. It looks immaculately refreshed and repurposed, modern and meaningful, capturing so well the essence of Chanel and what it feels to carry its legacy across generations. KERN1 gets it, and Tami understands her community.”
Client K.P. 08 2025

“Thank you so much Tami for the beautiful jacket. I so appreciated the quick shipping but most of all answering my questions quickly regarding sizing. The sizing measurements were perfect and I can’t wait to enjoy my jacket.”
Client S.C. 12 2024

“Thank you Tami for bringing my perfect LBJ! Love the work that you do to bring life into beautiful pieces that can live on.”
Client J.L. 08 2024

“It was love at first sight and it feels like a gift to be able to buy the navy blazer from KERN1. The blazer arrived super fast & in perfect condition and was packaged with a beautiful card with a lovely text on it. I will always keep this card as a memento. Thank you for everything!”
Client M.V. 07 2024

“Super service! Love the letter in the box about the jacket, so kind. Thanks a lot.”
Client I.G. 02 2024

“Experience has been great. Very attentive, on time and perfect. Thank you”
Client M.V.E. 01 2024

“The beautiful jacket matched the description perfectly, from the intricate details to the sizing and measurements. Tami is truly an expert in her field and has meticulous attention to detail. She is extremely responsive to queries and does so with deep passion and knowledge about the house of Chanel. Her eye for treasured pieces, combined with her transparent business practices makes Kern1 a pleasure to deal with, always.”
Client K.C. 12 2023

“I have wanted a Chanel little black jacket since I was a teenager but the prices for a new jacket made it unattainable in my younger years, and now that I’m older, somewhat immoral (even if I could afford $10,000 for a jacket, should I? I can think of much better uses).

Enter Tami Kern and Kern1 Store, with her carefully curated and spotless collection of vintage Chanel jackets. I waited more than a year for the right jacket and it was worth the wait. In this world of disposable fashion, it is a relief to find someone who actually cares about their product and their service. I hope to purchase more from Kern 1 in the future and pass these beautiful pieces to my daughters. And I hope more businesses like Kern1 come into being. A true gem. Thank you, Tami!”
Client B.D. 11 2023

“Beautiful jacket as described and very happy with the communication and service around the purchase!”
Client D.O. 10 2023

“Finally! The little black jacket I’ve been searching for. Thank you Tami and KERN1 for getting this very special jacket safely to me in excellent condition. It was worth the wait!”
Client B.O. 09 2023

“My experience with KERN1 has always been wonderful! Tami is very patient and is always ready to help, she offers good advices. The size 34 cardigan I got this time is in excellent condition and it fits me perfectly.”
Client F.C. 07 2023

“This is the second jacket that I’ve been fortunate enough to purchase from Tami. All her pieces are beautiful, the descriptions and sizing accurate, and the quality outstanding. Tami is also incredibly helpful and quick to respond to any questions.”
Client J.P. 06 2023

“I have now bought my third beautiful jacket from Chanel at KERN1; breathtakingly beautiful again, so beautifully packaged and shipped super fast. Absolutely great!”
Client A.R.H. 06 2023

“This is already the second beautiful jacket I bought at KERN1. The amazing quality, the very fast delivery, the beautiful packaging and the sweet handwritten note: I give five stars!”
Client A.R.H. 05 2023

“Very fast delivery and the jacket is in perfect condition! Love it!”
Client M.D. 04 2023

“It was a wonderful experience shopping from KERN1. The customer service is magnificent. The jacket arrived in great condition and it was packaged nicely.”
Client L.K. 03 2023