Chanel Classic Flap - Small vs Medium vs Large sizes

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Medium for you. If you're not going to use it everyday, get lambskin. I got the medium in caviar with GHW and kind of wish I got lambskin. My ideal two would be jumbo caviar with SHW and Medium lambskin with GHW.
 
My personal preference is medium. This, because it's more versatile than the jumbo. It goes from day to night more easily because of the size and honestly? I find that this makes it a little more special. It may not be ideal for everyday but I don't wear mine as an everyday bag. I rather save it for going out or other more special occasions. Besides, the times I tried on the jumbo I found it so, so heavy I swear just trying it on was making my lumbago even worse, lol! And also, carrying a Chanel bag everyday on the subway makes me super nervous. So I love having my m/l with me for going out to dinner, weddings, movies and whatnot. It makes me feel just a little more special, if that makes any sense!
 
So, I'm ready to invest in one of these lovelies:

Caviar or Calfskin? (I want black since it's the classic)

Medium or Jumbo?

I'm very petite, and for some reason the jumbo just seemed huge on me so I'm almost leaning towards the medium. However, I'm also used to carrying a large bag. But... I don't really plan on using the Chanel for a daily bag. Which do you recommend? BTW - I'm only 5 feet tall and 90 pounds - so I'm very petite.

Thanks everyone!
I think you may be happier with a medium, it can be used day or evening!
If its not going to be your bag for everyday, I suggest lamb...so much prettier IMO!
 
Of those two, the medium, especially with you're height and the fact that it won't be an everyday bag. If you find the medium is too small, try the Reissue 226. It's also classic and is right in between the m/l and the jumbo in size.
 
So, I'm in Honolulu and was planning on buying this bag - SOLD out at both stores! So then, I called my Houston Neiman Marcus and the Chanel boutique in Houston to see if they would have it - both are also sold out! Is this bag that impossible to find???? Is the small size too small???
 
So, I'm in Honolulu and was planning on buying this bag - SOLD out at both stores! So then, I called my Houston Neiman Marcus and the Chanel boutique in Houston to see if they would have it - both are also sold out! Is this bag that impossible to find???? Is the small size too small???

Well, they usually do sell very fast. What color/HW are you looking for?

I was at boutique at Tysons Galleria VA week ago and they had black caviar SHW, beige caviar GHW...
I would also suggest you to check
http://forum.purseblog.com/chanel-shopping/authentic-chanel-finds-thread-no-chatting-407729-248.html

And post to
http://forum.purseblog.com/chanel-shopping/desperately-searching-for-the-help-me-find-thread-208143-428.html
 
So, I'm in Honolulu and was planning on buying this bag - SOLD out at both stores! So then, I called my Houston Neiman Marcus and the Chanel boutique in Houston to see if they would have it - both are also sold out! Is this bag that impossible to find???? Is the small size too small???

You should also try the department stores, such as Saks, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Hirshleifers, etc. and for the major ones, ask them to check stock system wide. I'm sure you can find your M/L; don't give up with one day looking! :)
 
So, I'm ready to invest in one of these lovelies:

Caviar or Calfskin? (I want black since it's the classic)

Medium or Jumbo?

I'm very petite, and for some reason the jumbo just seemed huge on me so I'm almost leaning towards the medium. However, I'm also used to carrying a large bag. But... I don't really plan on using the Chanel for a daily bag. Which do you recommend? BTW - I'm only 5 feet tall and 90 pounds - so I'm very petite.

Thanks everyone!
I vote medium because you are tiny! Lol. A jumbo might overwhelm you :)
 
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