There are no dumb questions in the Purse Forum! Everything I know about handbags I learned from people here because my mom is a very thrifty (er…cheap LOL!) person with zero interest in fashion.
The Chanel Jumbo classic double flap and the Miss Dior Sliding Chain do have similar shapes because they’re rectangular flap bags. The difference in how they look against the body is in the dimensions. (Note: these are “real world” dimensions meaning brands will usually measure at the seams but when I measure true depth it has to include added thickness for the flap and true length is bigger because of gusseting, etc.)
• Chanel: 7.25” H x 12.5” L x 5.5” D (498.4 sq. inches)
• Dior 7”H x 11”L x 4.75”D (365.75 sq. inches)
So the Chanel is 36% bigger in terms of total physical space. I’m 5’8” and a slim hourglass but, IMO, that difference still tips the Jumbo into being less flattering on me.
Here are some pictures for visual reference.
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I do, however, still love my medium and rectangular mini Chanels because of their smaller sizes.
If I do sell a Jumbo or two, I won’t just trade them for the same color in a smaller size. It’ll be worth a pause to see what I really need (if anything) in my collection and buy that.
I really like seeing other people’s bags too! It pushes me out of my own biases which I think has been a good thing for my own personal style.
On Hermes. I have really tried to like the bags because I felt like I “should” like them. Well, thankfully that silly peer pressured perspective didn’t take root. I can be honest and just say the equestrian / whatever aesthetic just isn’t for me while still admiring them for their lovely craftsmanship and leathers. That being said, there
are two Hermes models that are growing on me. I can’t recall the names but they aren’t the Kelly or Birkin. One is a flap and the other is a pouch(?) I never say never but I doubt I’ll add one to my collection.
There is something that just makes me feel triumphant when I get a bargain! Even if it’s just on body wash.
So, I know what you mean.
But, the purse market has changed a LOT since I started collecting 15 years ago. It’s
much harder to find hidden deals and I’m very wary of getting a super fake. Plus, I’m just “over” having bags that everyone else has just to be on trend unless I truly adore it. With that, I’m strongly considering getting another vintage Bvlgari or Cartier bag. I’m also looking at bespoke bags and bags from ghost brands. Even if I do spend a meaningful amount on a bag, it would be so much more fun to rescue something like a rare vintage Gucci or Dior that people have forgotten.