Chanel Classic Flap - Small vs Medium vs Large sizes

[Ringel]

Taking a chance and commenting on this old thread in hopes of some advice on my first Chanel purchase!

I just graduated from university and my parents graciously agreed to split a designer handbag purchase with me! I am so excited for my very first Chanel (hopefully one of many to come ).

I am 22yo, 5'4" and petite. I have narrowed my search to the Classic Flap in black caviar, silver hardware but can't seem to decide between the Jumbo and the M/L.

I love the look of the Jumbo with its larger dimensions but am worried about the weight, if it overpowers my small frame, and its day-to-night versatility, even though I am almost always dressed casually and don't attend black-tie events, just dinner/drinks in NYC. The M/L in caviar can go day to night but is a tight fit for daytime, although I don't carry much on most days (for reference, I own the LV Metis Pochette and never run out of space with that bag), just a slim card holder, sunglasses in a soft pouch, iPhone, small cosmetics like lipgloss/concealer, and maybe some gum.

I want to use the bag often and make this purchase a practical one for the long-run, since it is a graduation present I want to enjoy for decades to come. I've been back and forth between these two sizes for months, please help! Any advice is welcome. Thank you very much!

 

[Valentine2014]

From the pics, i think you look better with the jumbo... i guess it's because of your outfit...
The jumbo may be better in terms of capacity flexibility if you plan on wearing it very often since you may find that u need to carry more things once u start working.

 

[skimilk]

Taking a chance and commenting on this old thread in hopes of some advice on my first Chanel purchase!

I just graduated from university and my parents graciously agreed to split a designer handbag purchase with me! I am so excited for my very first Chanel (hopefully one of many to come ).

I am 22yo, 5'4" and petite. I have narrowed my search to the Classic Flap in black caviar, silver hardware but can't seem to decide between the Jumbo and the M/L.

I love the look of the Jumbo with its larger dimensions but am worried about the weight, if it overpowers my small frame, and its day-to-night versatility, even though I am almost always dressed casually and don't attend black-tie events, just dinner/drinks in NYC. The M/L in caviar can go day to night but is a tight fit for daytime, although I don't carry much on most days (for reference, I own the LV Metis Pochette and never run out of space with that bag), just a slim card holder, sunglasses in a soft pouch, iPhone, small cosmetics like lipgloss/concealer, and maybe some gum.

I want to use the bag often and make this purchase a practical one for the long-run, since it is a graduation present I want to enjoy for decades to come. I've been back and forth between these two sizes for months, please help! Any advice is welcome. Thank you very much!

I would totally recommend M/L for you- not only M/L the perfect first Chanel- it was mine- it can def fit everything you speak of, and probably a thing or two more. And it's more versatile. Also I think you look better w/ M/L; but that's just my personal opinion

On a normal day, in my M/L I carry...

- my datebook, which is pretty thick and is the size of a decent-sized paperbook (it is a Paperblanks datebook if anyone is familiar with them- the *BEST*)
- a *very full* makeup pouch that contains a compact, a lipstick/gloss, an eyeliner, an eyeshadow kit, blotting paper, hairbands, ear plugs, handbag hook (so I don't have to put it on the floor) band-aids, chapstick, eyedrop
- Anna Sui mirror
- a small coin purse
- my cell phone, of course, in a case
- an extra cell phone battery
- medications in a small pillbox
- earbuds
- small pack of tissues
- small pack of babywipes
- soft Chrome Hearts sunglass case

And they all fit in my M/L

 

[littles mom]

Hi everyone!

I've purchased my very first Chanel bag yesterday (19th of September). It's a M/L Classic Flap with caviar leather and silver hardware I hesitated for a long time between the M/L and the jumbo. I've tried both, and the M/L suited me better.

But when I went back home, and unboxed my purchase, I realized that they didn't put any dust bag. Is it normal ?

Also, I noticed that there was a little "manufacturing" defect on the bag (it doesn't really show on pictures, sorry). I'll go back tomorrow at the Chanel store and explain this situation. I'm a little disappointed and I hope they will do something...

But anyway, I'm still in love with my baby! And I can not believe that I own a Chanel bag

(PS: I'm a newbie here and English isn't my first language).[/QUOTE

Your jumbo is stunning! It is so puffy and shiny! You are very lucky😊. Congrats on a beautiful bag!

 

[casseyelsie]

I would totally recommend M/L for you- not only M/L the perfect first Chanel- it was mine- it can def fit everything you speak of, and probably a thing or two more. And it's more versatile. Also I think you look better w/ M/L; but that's just my personal opinion



On a normal day, in my M/L I carry...



- my datebook, which is pretty thick and is the size of a decent-sized paperbook (it is a Paperblanks datebook if anyone is familiar with them- the *BEST*)

- a *very full* makeup pouch that contains a compact, a lipstick/gloss, an eyeliner, an eyeshadow kit, blotting paper, hairbands, ear plugs, handbag hook (so I don't have to put it on the floor) band-aids, chapstick, eyedrop

- Anna Sui mirror

- a small coin purse

- my cell phone, of course, in a case

- an extra cell phone battery

- medications in a small pillbox

- earbuds

- small pack of tissues

- small pack of babywipes

- soft Chrome Hearts sunglass case



And they all fit in my M/L

I vote for M/L too. Better size that can be wear for both day n night.

WOW Skimilk.......I am very curious to see how u managed to packed so much inside your M/L. I can't even put that much into my Jumbo lol. Perhaps I can only put that much into my Maxi [emoji15]

 

[Ringel]

Thank you everybody for your help and guidance! I went to Bergdorf Goodman again today and ended up buying the M/L! It fit all of my necessities and I like that I can wear it both day and night and its not too heavy even when completely filled up.

 

[Allygale11]

Hi guys!im looking for a jumbo too!selling mine medium flap that hasn't been used at all![emoji30][emoji85]

 

[CharlieDE]

Hi Skimilk. Amazing what you can pack in your m/l flap. Could u post a picture? TIA!

 

[Jewelrylove76]

Jumbo!

 

[MissMeadow]

I want a medium flap in caviar with gold hardware. In Munich there´s absolutely no stock at the moment. The only classic flap they had was a Jumbo Lambskin with silver hardware. I left my number in the store and the SA said they would call me if a black caviar with gold comes in, but it´s very difficult to get one and it would take a long time How does this work? If the bag comes in, will the SA call all the people on her list (i´m sure i am not the only one), and the first person who runs to the store gets the bag, like in a competition? That´s really strange. They first said there would be no "wait list" on the classic flaps, but what else is this?? Do you think they will ever call me? :wondering

 

[sarah1740]

I want a medium flap in caviar with gold hardware. In Munich there´s absolutely no stock at the moment. The only classic flap they had was a Jumbo Lambskin with silver hardware. I left my number in the store and the SA said they would call me if a black caviar with gold comes in, but it´s very difficult to get one and it would take a long time How does this work? If the bag comes in, will the SA call all the people on her list (i´m sure i am not the only one), and the first person who runs to the store gets the bag, like in a competition? That´s really strange. They first said there would be no "wait list" on the classic flaps, but what else is this?? Do you think they will ever call me? :wondering

I waited about one month to get my cf. I just call each two weeks to ask again. I was in the shop before, so she remembered me and she did call me once they had it. I also wanted a classic card holder and she also called me one months after. She is very nice. From my experience they receive the classics about each 4 months. I got the bag in June and the card holder this week. They restock of classics seems with very limited times each year. I think now will probably be the last restock of classics this year. Btw I am in Europe.

 

[MissMeadow]

I waited about one month to get my cf. I just call each two weeks to ask again. I was in the shop before, so she remembered me and she did call me once they had it. I also wanted a classic card holder and she also called me one months after. She is very nice. From my experience they receive the classics about each 4 months. I got the bag in June and the card holder this week. They restock of classics seems with very limited times each year. I think now will probably be the last restock of classics this year. Btw I am in Europe.

Sarah, one month would be absolutely great! Maybe I didn´t understand the SA correctly, but she said that maybe one single caviar flap would come with one of the next deliveries. Didn´t sound like there would soon be a "restock" of classics in the store... but my SA was really friendly, too. I will call her from time to time, like you did!

 

[ouikm]

Jumbo is good choice!

 

[fashionaddict9]

I can't decide what bag to get...

I am leaning towards the jumbo flap ... the only thing is I would like to use it as an evening bag as well (i.e. for weddings, etc) and i feel like this bag may be too casual. What do you guys think? I like that the jumbo can be worn cross body as well (my understanding is the medium strap is too short for that... I am 5'6"). Thanks for advice!

 

[deliahcart08]

I can't decide what bag to get...



I am leaning towards the jumbo flap ... the only thing is I would like to use it as an evening bag as well (i.e. for weddings, etc) and i feel like this bag may be too casual. What do you guys think? I like that the jumbo can be worn cross body as well (my understanding is the medium strap is too short for that... I am 5'6"). Thanks for advice!

The double flap jumbo is very heavy if you plan to have it on your shoulders for an event. The m-l flap is a better sized evening/events bag, imho. The size also will be more flattering if you wear a slimming dress. A jumbo can work if you goto an event and have your coat on, as the straps won't hurt as much over a bulkier coat