Bags you don't get

[bklner2014]

I know right, what's up with that double flap?! BTW your recent red lambskin purchase is sooo pretty!

I am one of the people who loooooooove Chanel flaps - classic and boy (not so much the mademoiselle / reissue).

What I don't "get" is the double flap on Chanel classic flap bags. They take up space in the bag that can be used for my things and they make the bag heavier. Unlike Coco, I don't have letters from a secret lover so, I don't need a non usable hidden slip area (or the weird little zip pocket)

I don't buy the "the second flaps keep the bag's structure" argument because I own several single flaps - one over a decade old - and they are doing just fine. Plus EVERY OTHER FLAP BAG ON THE PLANET manages to keep its structure without this silly extra flap!

Hmmmm... what wondrous sorcery and magic those brands must be using if Chanel can't be expected to construct sturdy bags without 2 flaps for now about $6000+ a pop??

 

[Antigone]

Is this the double flap? There's seriously one flap inside? Why?

I'm not familiar with Chanel.

 

[chchchcherrybomb]

Neverfull for me! Or any open tote bag. Where I live (SE Asia), it’s so impractical. Anyone can just reach in and grab your stuff. I get why everyone loves them though, you just toss your things in and go.

 

[bklner2014]

Yes, that's the double flap! I think it's supposed to help maintain the bag's structure over time but could be wrong. Personally I find the double flap a little inconvenient...

Is this the double flap? There's seriously one flap inside? Why?

I'm not familiar with Chanel.

 

[applecidered]

ARGH! The tip over factor is exactly why I hate open top totes. I'm looking for a tote and have given up on a fully zip tote so I'm looking for one with a zip center section. They are harder than you'd think to find. But I have to have some security and fewer worries with

Omg this is my pet peeve too! I want a zipper for security and want to find a tote that doesn't just have a small clasp or magnetic closure in the middle. People say they are go arounds like putting all your stuff in the dust bag then putting it in your tote. Or stuffing a towel on top. It is SO HARD to find a luxury tote with a zip.

Clear plastic bags are a “thing” because of security at many sports stadiums.
I have one for college football games, but I would never pay 2K for one.
Same with vegan.

I'm very familiar with that stadium rule. I just carry a lot less to stadiums or put things in my pockets.

 

[Shelby33]

Oh! Those Moschino Motorcycle Bags!!!!!

 

[Kylacove]

One reason plastic bags are a thing is that certain employers, like Dillards, require employees to carry see thru bags. I wouldn't want to pay much for them though.

 

[Shelby33]

One reason plastic bags are a thing is that certain employers, like Dillards, require employees to carry see thru bags. I wouldn't want to pay much for them though.

Certain stores in Boston require them too..

 

[bernz84]

I am one of the people who loooooooove Chanel flaps - classic and boy (not so much the mademoiselle / reissue).

What I don't "get" is the double flap on Chanel classic flap bags. They take up space in the bag that can be used for my things and they make the bag heavier. Unlike Coco, I don't have letters from a secret lover so, I don't need a non usable hidden slip area (or the weird little zip pocket)

I don't buy the "the second flaps keep the bag's structure" argument because I own several single flaps - one over a decade old - and they are doing just fine. Plus EVERY OTHER FLAP BAG ON THE PLANET manages to keep its structure without this silly extra flap!

Hmmmm... what wondrous sorcery and magic those brands must be using if Chanel can't be expected to construct sturdy bags without 2 flaps for now about $6000+ a pop??

That little zip pocket on the flap is so worthless. You cannot fit anything in that pocket. Those love letters Chanel was hiding must’ve been as small and thin as receipts because that’s really the only things that fit in there.

I also hate that I can’t close my bag without worrying how the zipper will mark the inner, second flap. I guess that flap is also pointless, but it doesn’t really bother me as much as that zipper pocket.

 

[Yoshi1296]

Is this the double flap? There's seriously one flap inside? Why?

I'm not familiar with Chanel.

Yes, that's the double flap! I think it's supposed to help maintain the bag's structure over time but could be wrong. Personally I find the double flap a little inconvenient...

The double flap is there for added security. In case if you're in a rush and can't close the main flap, you can just snap the second one quickly and go on your way. That's what I heard lol.

 

[Law]

The double flap is there for added security. In case if you're in a rush and can't close the main flap, you can just snap the second one quickly and go on your way. That's what I heard lol.

I find the inner flap really hard to close on mine but I’m also really cautious of squishing my precious 2.55 haha!

 

[WinSailor]

This is one of my favorite threads ever!

Most of these have already been touched on but, I don't get:
- Micro/Tiny bags, so useless..... looks like they are made for dolls/babies
- Chanel Gabrielle, it's like grandma got a lot of bad plastic surgery and put on a ton of heavy make-up to look young/relevant again.
- bags and slg's that purposely have a monster/bug/owl/panda/animal face of some sort. Fendi, giving you side eye right now....
- Jeff Koons LV collaboration, I am a big LV fan but....WTH? LV has the money, brand influence, talent and this is what they come up with? One of the biggest fails in my book, lol!
- Valentino rock studs, I guess if I want to go all Ben-hur at the mall to push ppl out of my way.

 

[Antigone]

The double flap is there for added security. In case if you're in a rush and can't close the main flap, you can just snap the second one quickly and go on your way. That's what I heard lol.

Is it harder to close the main flap compared to the second flap?

View attachment 3920746 Oh! Those Moschino Motorcycle Bags!!!!!

I raise you the Chanel Girl Bag...

 

[Antigone]

Chanel bags look to me like bags for rich ladies, like Emily Gilmore types.

alternative caption: "When your Chanel flap tries to learn to hula hoop and gets depressed"

lololololol so true!!! Or "When your Chanel flap tries to get out out of the front load washer".

 

[missjenny2679]

I can never get past thinking that the Givenchy Pandora looks like it’s missing a handle. Perhaps it’s because I’ve never seen it in person, but I always think that when I see a picture of it.