Chanel Classic Flap - Small vs Medium vs Large sizes

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sofia101 said:
Hi Guys,

Newbie to the purse forum and also Chanel! I bought the medium/large classic flap a few months ago. Though it is a beautiful bag, I get really upset sometimes when packing it.....like everyone else nothing seems to fit. An extra inch for that bag would have made the world of difference, been perfect :(

I am thinking of getting the jumbo. But my friends tell me it is too big. And in honesty it is a bit big for my needs too but I cant deal with the medium.I've also included a picture of me wearing the re-issue 2.55in medium to give an indication of my size.

Love the size of that bag (I would shorten the strap) but love the cc clasp and caviar leather more :p

I am 5ft3 inch and 44 kg

I am also tiny framed eg wrists, shoulders etc (the chain of the boy bag just did not suit me)

What do you guys think? It will save me making yet another (expensive) regret purchase
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I'm also new to Chanel. Your thread really help me with the questions I wanted to ask but I can't start on my own thread yet.


I too tried on the Jumbo , its big in appearance but space wise not very big. My frd keep saying its too big on me. I'm 5ft 2in. But I don't see a point spending so much money on a bag that just sit in the cupboard unused. I want a bag that can fit all my essentials.


I think you should go with what you like most . I say go for it :)
 
#1,957
asdfghjkl123 said:
Use a card case instead of a wallet? I love the m/l better, especially on your frame.
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Love the m/l.
Can easily fit my small chanel wallet, hp, mints, compact, lip base, lipstick, lip gloss, miniature perfume & a pack of tissues - my daily essentials. :D

Tried on the Jumbo, different colors, different leather on several occasions but it did not work for me as I am petite I guess (5ft 3) Found it heavy even when empty.

Looks good on others though. :p
 
#1,958
YenLee said:
Love the m/l.
Can easily fit my small chanel wallet, hp, mints, compact, lip base, lipstick, lip gloss, miniature perfume & a pack of tissues - my daily essentials. :D

Tried on the Jumbo, different colors, different leather on several occasions but it did not work for me as I am petite I guess (5ft 3) Found it heavy even when empty.

Looks good on others though. :p
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I don't own either - yet. I want one though. It's very hard to compare the two when the stores don't have any to even look at, never mind buy. So I had the idea to go to consignment stores to so I could view examples. There was Maxi, Jumbo and M/L. Maxi was eliminated easily. The M/L holds very little. About what my Eva clutch holds. Not much. The Jumbo is a great size, but the chain is longer, a lot longer than M/L. Even for crossbody, too long unless doubled. Also is a lot heavier than I imagined. So that is out. Unless newer Jumbos are lighter? I can't tolerate a heavy bag regardless of how beautiful it is. That leaves M/L. Next, hardware? Leather?
 
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I'm about 5'3" 110lbs and have owned two jumbos before and sold them both (my last one just recently). Even though I wanted to love my jumbos, I couldn't get over the fact that it looked like an oversized rectangle on me. The M/L is more flattering for my frame imo. I've learned not to carry as much either. However, I agree that the jumbo is smaller in comparison to other designer bags and I think it looks great on others as well, just not me lol.
 
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The jumbo doesn't look that big on you. However, I have to be honest, an M/L is the best size for your frame and height. If you don't mind the weight and it seems that it's important to you that you have enough space to carry all your essentials, get the jumbo.
 
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lallybelle said:
*SIGH* I never get this. Jumbo's are not big bags, it not like it's some huge tote or something. I don't know why smaller people think they can't wear them. People think everything has to look tiny & "cute"...lol.

Anyway, you look fab with all your options. Go with your needs. :)
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OMG so true. I passionately HATE the cute look. However, teens could totally rock that look. No offense to anyone..please don't kill me.


I am 5'6" and about 110 lbs ..love the jumbo. Fits everything I need. M/L is more of a going out bag for me.
 
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lallybelle said:
*SIGH* I never get this. Jumbo's are not big bags, it not like it's some huge tote or something. I don't know why smaller people think they can't wear them. People think everything has to look tiny & "cute"...lol.

Anyway, you look fab with all your options. Go with your needs. :)
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The thing is it's not a tote/big bag but it can look like one on a smaller frame. My mom has jumbos and it looks great on her and my sister but on me it looks like a big bag when it actually isn't. The m/l just looks better on smaller people.
 
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I recently had this dilemma - M/L or Jumbo. This was my first Chanel purchase (and last if my husband has anything to do with it!)

I found this thread really helpful in deciding which one to go for - the majority of people seem to say that M/L is great for evenings and smart events, whereas the Jumbo is perfect for everyday use.

Personally I wanted the bag for evenings and weddings, when I don't carry very much in my bag. Therefore I decided to go for the M/L in black caviar.

I hope I made the right decision! Maybe one day I will be able to get the jumbo as well.... ImageUploadedByPurseForum1430930633.218164.jpg
 
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