Jumbo Flap or Jumbo XL???

nyc_cady · Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:10 PM

There might have been a previous thread about this topic, but I think I'm blind and I can't find it - so if this is a duplicate thread - re-direction to the original thread would be great!

I have decided to purchase either the jumbo or jumbo XL in black - but I don't know which one would be better. I NEED DIRECTON!!!!

I know that the jumbo is 12" wide and the XL is about 14" wide - but which one do you think can I use more?

I tend to carry my whole life with me! I have work files, magazines, my ginormous wallet, makeup for touchups on the subway, etc, etc. And if you dig far enough, you'll probably find some of my son's Matchbox cars and fruit snacks!!!

Also I travel a lot - I'm back and forth from Cleveland and NYC all the time - so I would like to purchase a bag that is versatile as well as not going to look ridiculous!

Let me know what you tPFers think?!? I'm so lost!!

cherripi · Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:12 PM

I really like the jumbo XL

I can fit my everything in there PLUS lunch! But if you travel a lot, maybe getting the jumbo in caviar will be better, since I don't think they make the XL in caviar?

ci7h2ino4 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:35 PM

Where can you buy a jumbo xl all they have near me is a jumbo?

habanerita · Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:52 PM

I have both and I cannot see either holding magazines, files or the such....for the use you describe I believe you needed a bigger bag and easier to get in and out.......there are some large totes featured in the reference library......

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Beautylicious · Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:55 PM

^^ You can't buy the XL Jumbo's at the boutique anymore because they have been discontinued years ago. Vintage Jumbo's and XL Jumbo's can be found on eBay or at consignment stores.

nyc_cady · Jul 23rd, 2008, 03:04 PM

I was planning on purchasing on eBay for reference!

drunky_krol · Jul 23rd, 2008, 03:31 PM

i think that the difference of size in both bags is not that significant, just that maybe you would want to get a tote instead or if you measure your actual bag were you fit everything and kinda compare it these two options it might help.

Beautylicious · Jul 23rd, 2008, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nyc_cady

I was planning on purchasing on eBay for reference!

I was responding to ci7h2ino4's question

I used to own both XL and normal Jumbo. The XL is really huge and if you tend to carry your whole life with you, then this might be the perfect bag for you. Just keep in mind that the XL is pretty heavy by itself, mostly because of the heavy chains.

The normal Jumbo also can fit a lot.

Is your heart set on a Jumbo flap? Because a large tote, like the GST for instance, would also be very suitable in your case.

kwongkittiroch · Jul 23rd, 2008, 04:30 PM

I had this same question when I was considering a vintage jumbo.

I already own a normal jumbo w/ SH (black) and wanted the vintage Jumbo in black (b/c I love the hardware on this bag) but couldn't decide btw XL or L.

I'm vertically challenged (5'3") and petite, so I went with the Jumbo instead of the XL. It's the perfect size for my needs and still looks very different from the normal black Jumbo I already owned. As another tPFer put it " the vintage is more blingy" b/c of the hardware.

And I totally agree.
They're great bags, but I think it depends on your needs and your frame. There are tons of other threads on this topic (search Vintage Jumbo XL). And, Nicole Richie pimps out her XL and she's tiny, so it really depends on what you're looking for.

(search Nicole Richie Jumbo Chanel)
I hope this helps. I know I was really going back and forth b/c I wasn't able to see them IRL either.

And by the way, I'm in love with vintage bags now! It's so addicting! Just be sure to authenticate here before you purchase.

eBay can be scary!

littlefish · Jul 23rd, 2008, 08:40 PM

I love my jumbo XL, however, this is definitely not big enough to put in magazines or your work files.

I-shop · Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:02 PM

I love both and now I tend to use my XL more often than Jumbo.. just like what everybody says..it fits more

nyc_cady · Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:17 PM

Beautylicious - I love your posts! They are so informative!

Thanks everyone for all the comments!

I looked at the GST (as Beautylicious suggested) and I like it. I guess I never really realized how big it was!

My 4 year old son likes the GST because he likes the big "CC" on it! He's my little fashion consultant and he's darn good!

Beautylicious · Jul 24th, 2008, 02:53 AM

^ Your son has great taste

Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:10 PM	#1
nyc_cady Absolut New Yorker Joined: May 2008 Location: The City That Never Sleeps!!!!!! Posts: 43	Jumbo Flap or Jumbo XL??? There might have been a previous thread about this topic, but I think I'm blind and I can't find it - so if this is a duplicate thread - re-direction to the original thread would be great! I have decided to purchase either the jumbo or jumbo XL in black - but I don't know which one would be better. I NEED DIRECTON!!!! I know that the jumbo is 12" wide and the XL is about 14" wide - but which one do you think can I use more? I tend to carry my whole life with me! I have work files, magazines, my ginormous wallet, makeup for touchups on the subway, etc, etc. And if you dig far enough, you'll probably find some of my son's Matchbox cars and fruit snacks!!! Also I travel a lot - I'm back and forth from Cleveland and NYC all the time - so I would like to purchase a bag that is versatile as well as not going to look ridiculous! Let me know what you tPFers think?!? I'm so lost!! __________________ "A girl should be two things: classy & fabulous!!!" - Coco Chanel

Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:12 PM	#2
cherripi I <3 my pinecone! Joined: Oct 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 992	I really like the jumbo XL I can fit my everything in there PLUS lunch! But if you travel a lot, maybe getting the jumbo in caviar will be better, since I don't think they make the XL in caviar? __________________ Wishlist: Chanel Red and black caviar/lambskin jumbo with bijoux chain Bubblegum pink caviar flap Baby pink GST with GH Pink caviar Medallion Cream/white caviar jumbo Black caviar jumbo Balenciaga Black work with GGH Last edited by cherripi; Jul 23rd, 2008 at 02:12 PM. Reason: typo

Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:52 PM	#4
habanerita Member Joined: May 2006 Posts: 2,695	I have both and I cannot see either holding magazines, files or the such....for the use you describe I believe you needed a bigger bag and easier to get in and out.......there are some large totes featured in the reference library......H

Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:55 PM	#5
Beautylicious Chanel Moderator Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Europe Posts: 11,201	^^ You can't buy the XL Jumbo's at the boutique anymore because they have been discontinued years ago. Vintage Jumbo's and XL Jumbo's can be found on eBay or at consignment stores. __________________ "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent". Eleanor Roosevelt

Jul 23rd, 2008, 03:04 PM	#6
nyc_cady Absolut New Yorker Joined: May 2008 Location: The City That Never Sleeps!!!!!! Posts: 43	I was planning on purchasing on eBay for reference! __________________ "A girl should be two things: classy & fabulous!!!" - Coco Chanel

Jul 23rd, 2008, 02:35 PM	#3
ci7h2ino4 Chanel Lover Joined: May 2008 Location: New York, NY Posts: 11	Where can you buy a jumbo xl all they have near me is a jumbo?

Jul 23rd, 2008, 03:31 PM	#7
drunky_krol Member Joined: Nov 2007 Location: Honduras Posts: 1,778	i think that the difference of size in both bags is not that significant, just that maybe you would want to get a tote instead or if you measure your actual bag were you fit everything and kinda compare it these two options it might help. __________________ ~WishList~ 1. In & Out Tote or PST S/H 2. Balenciaga Part Time 3. Chanel Med. Flap S/H Bijoux Chain 4. Prada Fairy Bag 5. LV Damiar Azur 6. Chanel Timeless Clutch 7. Coach NEW Legacy Stripe Pouch

Jul 23rd, 2008, 04:30 PM	#9
kwongkittiroch I love my Chihuahuas Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 1,022	I had this same question when I was considering a vintage jumbo. I already own a normal jumbo w/ SH (black) and wanted the vintage Jumbo in black (b/c I love the hardware on this bag) but couldn't decide btw XL or L. I'm vertically challenged (5'3") and petite, so I went with the Jumbo instead of the XL. It's the perfect size for my needs and still looks very different from the normal black Jumbo I already owned. As another tPFer put it " the vintage is more blingy" b/c of the hardware. And I totally agree. They're great bags, but I think it depends on your needs and your frame. There are tons of other threads on this topic (search Vintage Jumbo XL). And, Nicole Richie pimps out her XL and she's tiny, so it really depends on what you're looking for. (search Nicole Richie Jumbo Chanel) I hope this helps. I know I was really going back and forth b/c I wasn't able to see them IRL either. And by the way, I'm in love with vintage bags now! It's so addicting! Just be sure to authenticate here before you purchase. eBay can be scary! __________________ Since everything is in our heads, we had better not lose them - Coco Chanel

Jul 23rd, 2008, 08:40 PM	#10
littlefish Member Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 940	I love my jumbo XL, however, this is definitely not big enough to put in magazines or your work files.

Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:02 PM	#11
I-shop call me Irene Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Coconut Land Posts: 1,428	I love both and now I tend to use my XL more often than Jumbo.. just like what everybody says..it fits more __________________ I'm craving for: * Phyton Minibout * MC NP Gold tip/heel, still trying to justify myself, its worth every penny! * Tortoise VP/NP * Rolando EB ?? maybe?? undecided between this and declic Purse ?!?!? I don't know what the word 'BAN' means..all I can understand is PURSE

Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:17 PM	#12
nyc_cady Absolut New Yorker Joined: May 2008 Location: The City That Never Sleeps!!!!!! Posts: 43	Beautylicious - I love your posts! They are so informative! Thanks everyone for all the comments! I looked at the GST (as Beautylicious suggested) and I like it. I guess I never really realized how big it was! My 4 year old son likes the GST because he likes the big "CC" on it! He's my little fashion consultant and he's darn good! __________________ "A girl should be two things: classy & fabulous!!!" - Coco Chanel

Jul 24th, 2008, 02:53 AM	#13
Beautylicious Chanel Moderator Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Europe Posts: 11,201	^ Your son has great taste __________________ "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent". Eleanor Roosevelt