Chanel Classic Flap - Small vs Medium vs Large sizes

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#2,102
Personally I prefer ghw with beige. To be honest a beige jumbo caviar with ghw is on my wishlist, however for me, its purpose will be to serve as a day bag. I do not consider Jumbo the greatest size for evening dinners/functions. For lunches it is fine but for evening dinners or events it is just too big. If your main purpose is for day, work and very casual gatherings, then the Jumbo for sure. If you rather prefer this bag for going out at night or dates (or the like) then definitely the m/l. Keep in mind, it you are a light carrier, the m/l is perfect for day too because it is smaller and it will therefore be less in "the way" or get "bumped" into (better since beige is a lighter color). Either way, they are great bags, let us know your decision. I would love to know what you choose...
 
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Jacsxcc said:
Well the time has finally arrived to go to the store & purchase my very first classic flap .
I only want the beige & have to choose between Jumbo with ghw or the M/L with shw ?
Both caviar leather, I'm hoping to use every weekend . Is the M/L more of an all rounder , for day to evening ?
I thought I would always get the jumbo , but now I'm View attachment 3289723View attachment 3289725doubting my judgement as it so close to getting a classic I don't want to make the wrong decision .
How did you decide ?
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Difficult decision.
I prefer ghw on beige clair but also prefer medium size
 
#2,106
Jacsxcc said:
Well the time has finally arrived to go to the store & purchase my very first classic flap .
I only want the beige & have to choose between Jumbo with ghw or the M/L with shw ?
Both caviar leather, I'm hoping to use every weekend . Is the M/L more of an all rounder , for day to evening ?
I thought I would always get the jumbo , but now I'm View attachment 3289723View attachment 3289725doubting my judgement as it so close to getting a classic I don't want to make the wrong decision .
How did you decide ?
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Jumbo looks great on you! Specially with caviar leather, you really can't go wrong with it!
Have fun shopping! :)
 
#2,107
Jacsxcc said:
Well the time has finally arrived to go to the store & purchase my very first classic flap .
I only want the beige & have to choose between Jumbo with ghw or the M/L with shw ?
Both caviar leather, I'm hoping to use every weekend . Is the M/L more of an all rounder , for day to evening ?
I thought I would always get the jumbo , but now I'm View attachment 3289723View attachment 3289725doubting my judgement as it so close to getting a classic I don't want to make the wrong decision .
How did you decide ?
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Jumbo!
 
#2,108
I think both sizes look great on you, but the best thing to do would be to try and fit your necessities into both bags and see if the M/L holds enough of the things you need.

Thats what I did -- I originally thought I was going to get the jumbo but the M/L managed to fit everything I needed and with silver hardware, the M/L can go easily from day to night and in my opinion it looks more elegant than the jumbo, especially for dinners/events.

I like the beige/shw combination, its more fresh and modern. And if you get that combo on the M/L and you can fit your essentials, I think it will make for a more well-rounded bag. There will always be other big bags.;)
 
#2,109
They both fit you and look great-I'd buy the jumbo so you have all the room you need. It's annoying to have to trim down your stuff just to fit in your purse. The jumbo looks good for dinners out too.
 
#2,114
I think a person needs one of each!

I only have a m/l right now. I use it for date nights, special occasions, and work (to hold only essentials, in addition to a work tote bag). The m/l will stay with me forever!

I am eyeing a jumbo now though for more daily and casual usage! I love that it has a crossbody option as well.
 
#2,115
Hello everyone!

I'm finally getting my first Chanel bag and need help deciding on the size. Everything else is already decided - black with silver hardware in caviar leather.

I just can't decide between the Jumbo and Medium/Large. I usually like carrying large bags and carrying a lot of essentials with me such as a small makeup pouch, continental wallet, iphone 6 plus, keys, sunglasses, etc. Based on this info, I should lean more towards a Jumbo but I want the bag to last forever so I won't carry it everyday. I'm also pretty petite so not sure if the Jumbo will look good on me.

I was first siding with the Medium but I saw on threads that you can't really carry much. But I'm also worried the Jumbo may get too heavy depending on how much I carry and hurt my shoulders.

What do you think? Which size is more worth the money and practical? I would like to get good use out of the bag and not just carry it like ten times a year but also not every single day..

I will appreciate any comments and advice! :smile1:
 
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