Chanel Classic Flap - Small vs Medium vs Large sizes
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Based on your size, I think the m/l would look most proportional on you. However, if you can't fit all of your stuff in it and you are looking for an everyday bag, then you will probably need to size up. In my opinion, the most classic Chanel is the m/l in black with gold hardware though.
It's really a personal preference. It sounds like u think medium may be too small already and if u don't plan to use it for evening purposes then jumbo seems like a good choice...just be cautious though if you are sensitive to weight... I have a jumbo single flap caviar and I went out shopping the other day and found it felt pretty heavy after an hour or two.... I wasn't even carrying a lot. Just keys, phone, wallet, and 2 lipsticks... And also you might want to think about how u will wear it, double strap vs one and you seem petite so medium prob look better on your frame single strap... But I read u can ask ur SA how to shorten a jumbo chain if u prefer single strap sometimes... Lots to consider lol
Unfortunately, I have not seen a jumbo IRL (only pics here at TPF). My boutique is always sold out. I just saw the medium (which was a rare sighting) and the maxi and I find the maxi way too big for me IMO. I did not get the medium coz I started to doubt the size and it was SHW.
I want to get a reissue too but I want the timeless first. For the reissue, I am sure I want a 226. That for me would be the perfect size. I have tried the bigger ones and they really overpower me.
That was my thinking too Chi town Chanel. I like looking at photos of Coco with her bag and this I guess is also the reason why I thought of getting it in her size which for me is "the" size. However I am also thinking of cost per wear. I guess I will be using the jumbo more due to my lifestyle but in my heart it will always be Coco's size...but then again, it would be sad just to keep a beautiful work of art in the box and use it occassionally. Perhaps I need both...but I can only afford 1 timeless and 1 reissue at the moment. I am so torn.
You are right Cuteandcouture. Thanks for the hint about the weight. I find my GST heavy already. If the jumbo is as heavy as the GST then I guess I can handle the sacrifice
I like the fact that the medium can be worn single strap. I find it very classy. On the other hand, I love the easy look of the jumbo worn with double straps...it's so effortlessly chic. OMG I think I am sounding like I am ditching the reissue and getting medium and jumbo instead. There are really lots to consider! I need a money tree fast Jumbo!
I know...it's so tempting! It looks like I see a lot of people preferring the jumbo here at TPF.
You are right Cuteandcouture. Thanks for the hint about the weight. I find my GST heavy already. If the jumbo is as heavy as the GST then I guess I can handle the sacrifice
If you have a GST for when you want to carry a lot, I think you should go for medium. I only got a jumbo because I liked the So Black and jumbo was only size it was in. The chains are much heavier on the jumbo than my medium and I like that my medium can be worn single strap. I'm shorter than you 5'1. I don't think you should ditch the reissue. I have a 226 and I love it, its lighter and it fits more than the medium but not as big or heavy as the jumbo. Good luck deciding.
If the 227 Reissue is too big for you, the Jumbo almost certainly would be as well. The Reissue 227 is only slightly bigger than the Jumbo, and the Jumbo is much boxier than the 227. I tried both and the Jumbo feels bigger to me even though technically it isnt. Reissue 227 is also lighter than the Jumbo.
If you know you want the 226, why not start with that? Use it for a while and then see how you feel about going smaller and getting a m/l or larger and getting a jumbo.
thanks for sharing your experience with the jumbo and i am surely getting more confidence in going for a medium. do you think having both reissue and the medium is not having the same kind of bag? of course not really the same coz the design is different. i am more after the function.
thanks for the comparison of the jumbo and 227. i have not seen a jumbo IRL yet. i think i should stay with my initial plan of getting a medium. i was so sure about the medium. i just can't get my hands on one coz they go so quickly and the medium i saw was in SHW which did not make my heart flutter. i like GHW and how it gets warm in time. i am waiting for that time when i have a medium with GHW in my hands. i think i will know on the spot if it's indeed the medium or a size up. i just want to make sure so that when my SA calls, i know for sure without doubts. i have been wanting a flap for as long as i can remember...i always chicken out and buy other brands. i think i am ready for a flap
i sold most of my guccis, pradas and some lv. i am keeping some lv but i am definitely sure that chanel is a keeper.