Is Blake Lively Too Cheap for Chanel?

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I happened to quite like Blake Lively's new ad campaign for Chanel. Sure, she's an American celebrity who stars on Gossip Girl, but I think she transforms into the Chanel woman very well. But some sources are claiming Chanel insiders think Lively is too cheap to be the face of Chanel!

Read: I Was Happy with Chanel's Decision to Make Blake Lively a Spokesmodel

What do you think about Blake Lively being the face of Chanel? Sure, I think she's much more mainstream than the typical Chanel model, but I think she pulls off high-fashion quite well. Apparently, not everyone agrees. 

According to the New York Daily News, "A source tells us there have been 'internal grumblings' at the design label's American division since actress Blake Lively was named the official face of Chanel's Mademoiselle handbag line."

What are the "grumblings" saying? Well, they're claiming that Blake Lively has an "off-brand look," which according to the paper, translates to mean she's not at the height of European sophistication. Basically, they mean Lively is cheap-looking.

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I suppose if you watch Gossip Girl, it might be difficult to separate her from the teen-loved show. And I Have a feeling Chanel insiders, don't necessarily want their product to be seen as mainstream and for teens.

Read: Even Christian Louboutin Loves Blake Lively and Has Named a Shoe After Her!

However, a spokesperson for Chanel is standing by their choice and has said, "Blake's spontaneity and fresh youthful image have convinced Chanel that she is the right person to represent the house and this range of bags." And also that Chanel "would literally fire anyone who admits" they don't like Lively as a spokesmodel.

Thoughts? I mean, considering Chanel's last spokesmodel was Lily Allen, I would definitely say Blake Lively is a huge improvement!