Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate?

imgg · Nov 5th, 2006, 01:48 PM

I just purchased a lambskin classic flap in the jumbo size. It has the new muted silver hardware and it's gorgeous! I need an "everyday" bag for suits ( although I rotate my bags everyday)

They had the Caviar leather with the brighter silver hardware, but it paled in comparison to the lambskin. I'm pretty careful with my bags, but I am wondering if I will regret getting the lambskin later on.

For those of you who has lambskin flaps, please let me know how they are holding up!

I will post pics of this beauty soon! Thanks!

Swanky Mama Of Three · Nov 5th, 2006, 02:09 PM

the newer ones are actually more durable than the older ones.
There's a 'finish' on them now apparently.

Irishgal · Nov 5th, 2006, 02:36 PM

My black jumbo lambskin is holding up very well, and I am very hard on bags.

imgg · Nov 5th, 2006, 02:47 PM

Thank thank you ladies!!! That makes me even more excited!

bellabags · Nov 5th, 2006, 03:31 PM

imgg -Can you please post a picture of your bag? I have not seen the lambskin with the muted silver hardware. Sounds fabulous!

imgg · Nov 5th, 2006, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by bellabags

imgg -Can you please post a picture of your bag? I have not seen the lambskin with the muted silver hardware. Sounds fabulous!

uugggg, my camera battery just died....it's recharging....will post pics soon! Honeslty, I love it so much!!!! The SA said she wasn't sure how long they were going to have the muted silver hardware. I hope it's a staple otherwise I will have to get the small one sooner than I wanted!

Cosmopolitan · Nov 5th, 2006, 04:25 PM

I bought a Chanel lambskin bag last year, before I joined tPF. (The pic below is borrowed from eBay, but that is the style bag that I own.) It's true that lambskin is delicate, but it's not that high maintenance. I've had my bag almost a year, and I have to be careful with it because it does scratch more easily than caviar, but the scratches do rub out. And the upside of lambskin is that it's extremely soft and luxurious. I don't hesitate at all to use this bag on a regular basis.

Yorelica · Nov 5th, 2006, 05:14 PM

If you like it just get it, but without a doubt lambskin is 10000000X more delicate than caviar.
Im not sure what is consider the "new" lambskin but I got mine 2 years ago and after the first day of use - you can tell its used. But of course I got a light beige so that might make things even worst.

imgg · Nov 5th, 2006, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Cosmopolitan

I bought a Chanel lambskin bag last year, before I joined tPF. (The pic below is borrowed from eBay, but that is the style bag that I own.) It's true that lambskin is delicate, but it's not that high maintenance. I've had my bag almost a year, and I have to be careful with it because it does scratch more easily than caviar, but the scratches do rub out. And the upside of lambskin is that it's extremely soft and luxurious. I don't hesitate at all to use this bag on a regular basis.

That's good to know and a gorgeous bag!!! I love it!

imgg · Nov 5th, 2006, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorelica

If you like it just get it, but without a doubt lambskin is 10000000X more delicate than caviar.
Im not sure what is consider the "new" lambskin but I got mine 2 years ago and after the first day of use - you can tell its used. But of course I got a light beige so that might make things even worst.

That's what I'm afraid of, but I do like it so much more!

Swanky Mama Of Three · Nov 5th, 2006, 05:42 PM

The new ones are not as delicate I tell ya! Chanel has finished them in such a way that is a little more durable than previous years.
If you're pretty easy on your bag, lambskin is fine.

imgg · Nov 5th, 2006, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Swanky Mama Of Three

The new ones are not as delicate I tell ya! Chanel has finished them in such a way that is a little more durable than previous years.
If you're pretty easy on your bag, lambskin is fine.

Thank You!!! That's great to hear!!!!

chiaoapple · Nov 5th, 2006, 09:03 PM

Cosmopolitan -- I LOVE your bag! It's such an unusual style. Would you mind showing us more pics, angles, etc?
Which season is it from, and how much did it retail for? Thanks!

Swanky Mama Of Three · Nov 5th, 2006, 09:34 PM

LOL! I don't want to sound pushy, but if you're honestly not hard on your bags, new lambskin pieces are fine.

imgg · Nov 5th, 2006, 09:37 PM

^^^ you're not pushy at all!! I am so happy you said something because I am inlove with lambskin!!! I am grateful you replied.....all my doubts went out the door!

Nov 5th, 2006, 01:48 PM	#1
imgg Member	Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? I just purchased a lambskin classic flap in the jumbo size. It has the new muted silver hardware and it's gorgeous! I need an "everyday" bag for suits ( although I rotate my bags everyday) They had the Caviar leather with the brighter silver hardware, but it paled in comparison to the lambskin. I'm pretty careful with my bags, but I am wondering if I will regret getting the lambskin later on. For those of you who has lambskin flaps, please let me know how they are holding up! I will post pics of this beauty soon! Thanks!

Nov 5th, 2006, 02:09 PM	#2
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? the newer ones are actually more durable than the older ones. There's a 'finish' on them now apparently. __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Nov 5th, 2006, 02:36 PM	#3
Irishgal I run with scissors Location: In a Bell Jet Ranger	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? My black jumbo lambskin is holding up very well, and I am very hard on bags. __________________ Ten thousand blessings to all of our furry friends who are in need of prayers. May they be comfortable, healthy, and blessed with joy and companionship. May their eyes shine brightly and may they know that they are loved.

Nov 5th, 2006, 02:47 PM	#4
imgg Member	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? Thank thank you ladies!!! That makes me even more excited!

Nov 5th, 2006, 03:31 PM	#5
bellabags Member	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? imgg -Can you please post a picture of your bag? I have not seen the lambskin with the muted silver hardware. Sounds fabulous!

Nov 5th, 2006, 05:14 PM	#8
Yorelica Member	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? If you like it just get it, but without a doubt lambskin is 10000000X more delicate than caviar. Im not sure what is consider the "new" lambskin but I got mine 2 years ago and after the first day of use - you can tell its used. But of course I got a light beige so that might make things even worst.

Nov 5th, 2006, 05:42 PM	#11
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? The new ones are not as delicate I tell ya! Chanel has finished them in such a way that is a little more durable than previous years. If you're pretty easy on your bag, lambskin is fine. __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Nov 5th, 2006, 09:03 PM	#13
chiaoapple Member	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? Cosmopolitan -- I LOVE your bag! It's such an unusual style. Would you mind showing us more pics, angles, etc? Which season is it from, and how much did it retail for? Thanks!

Nov 5th, 2006, 09:34 PM	#14
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? LOL! I don't want to sound pushy, but if you're honestly not hard on your bags, new lambskin pieces are fine. __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Nov 5th, 2006, 09:37 PM	#15
imgg Member	Re: Classic Flap in Lambskin....too delicate? ^^^ you're not pushy at all!! I am so happy you said something because I am inlove with lambskin!!! I am grateful you replied.....all my doubts went out the door!