Chanel Classic Flap - Small vs Medium vs Large sizes

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#901
By the way, I'm only 5'2" and petite and absolutely prefer BIG bags now. Jumbo has a longer strap but nothing that prevents me from carrying it. I have medium flaps and after carrying large 227 and jumbo, I can't even go back to carrying small bags.
 
#902
kelliekutie said:
Oh is it? I wasn't sure if my reissue was a 226 or 227... I assumed that 227 is the Jumbo size is that correct?


My friend has the Jumbo Classic in Red and she loves it and she's also 5'2... Is it hard to locate jumbo classics now? I heard it's all gone due to the price increase...
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have those 2 compared at locak Saks, I prefer the jumbo.
my waist size is 0 or 2, shirt is in xsmall.
Never like carry big things in my life excepts money :-))))))

For purses, I just happen try on the jumbo together with my Louis. And saw that the jumbo is better fitted than Louis.
I also purchase 2 m/l Chanel for special occasion as well.
 
#903
burberryprncess said:
Height wise, the jumbo is taller, but depth wise, the 227 is bigger. Depending on how you use it, the jumbo is more roomy because it contains one big compartment and a zipper pocket. The 227, on the other hand contains multiple compartments and an annoying flap, making it less practical. I prefer the 227 over the jumbo though because of multiple compartments for easy organization of my things. Yours look like a 227, and if you already have one, you may as well go for a jumbo.
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I agree with you! My reissue looks roomy but I can't seem to put too much things in there... and the flap gets in the way. It sounds like Jumbo is the pefect choice then... :) I'd probably purchase one on ebay if I can't find one in NM...
 
#904
kelliekutie, you're so tall! Of course you could rock a Jumbo. I'm only 5'3", 95lbs, and I love love love rocking the Jumbo...not too overwhelming or anything, so you shouldn't have a problem either! I guess for evenings out though, a M/L flap would be ideal.

And if you don't want black, other neutrals are beige(has to be with GHW, ^_^), navy, and red!!! And lucky for you, a beige, navy, and red are released every year, ^_^. Gray is also nice.
 
#905
hey kelliekutie, im assuming ur friend has it in shw in the jumbo? this past season only came out in SHW for jumbo and GWH for m/L only. i want the ghw...waiting for it IF it ever comes out. u should get beige or another neutral color sinc eu have 2 blacks already!!
 
#906
PANda_USC said:
kelliekutie, you're so tall! Of course you could rock a Jumbo. I'm only 5'3", 95lbs, and I love love love rocking the Jumbo...not too overwhelming or anything, so you shouldn't have a problem either! I guess for evenings out though, a M/L flap would be ideal.

And if you don't want black, other neutrals are beige(has to be with GHW, ^_^), navy, and red!!! And lucky for you, a beige, navy, and red are released every year, ^_^. Gray is also nice.
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Thank you for your advice! I wish I was skinny like you!

What type of Chanels do you currently have? Do you also own a jumbo in black? I tried calling NM and they said that there's a waist list (which no one told me about last wk?!?!) and I have to pay the higher price now of course...

BTW I just saw your album & we are all fr TW?!:D
 
#907
jeNYC said:
hey kelliekutie, im assuming ur friend has it in shw in the jumbo? this past season only came out in SHW for jumbo and GWH for m/L only. i want the ghw...waiting for it IF it ever comes out. u should get beige or another neutral color sinc eu have 2 blacks already!!
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I think you're right. Hers is in SHW... I've only seen her Red jumbo once sitting in the box she hardly wears it that's why I wasn't sure if jumbo is a practical purchase...

I love GHW TOO!... that's why I recently purchased the medium one in gold chain because hubby didn't know what I wanted but the Ala Moana Chanel Boutique SA was really nice and recommended the Reissue striped in 2008...
 
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#908
Kellikutie, I am 5'8"+ and only own Jumbo and Maxi flaps. That said, I too feel that you would look fabulous with a Jumbo!

Also, I have 9 black Chanel bags and love every one of them but I agree once again with the others that you should venture out and add another color this time - beige, red, grey are all classic and will match most wardrobes. I have all of those colors (beige clair jumbo w/gh, 10c red maxi w/sh, metallic grey maxi) and don't regret any of them one bit as they are nice neutrals to have in any collection.

Good Luck with your decision! Have fun!
 
#911
def jumbo! u already have the lambskin in the medium size, im sure a bigger bag is perfect for everyday use, who knows a few years down the road ud be carrying more then u are in ur bag and the jumbo wud still be perfect!
 
#912
Hi, I just purchased the caviar jumbo with GHW. I love it > i was toying back and forth like you to whether I should get the medium instead. I posted it on the forum under deb68nc and I put pics there of it as well. I'm 5'2" 115 lbs so you can see the size reference. I'm glad I made this choice for I don't want to have to limit my belongings I would have to put in the medium. So the jumbo is definately better for everyday use. Good luck with your decision!!!!
 
#915
Hmmm I think the Jumbo would look great on somebody your height! I'm a lot shorter and I think I pull it off a-ok! Also, since you want to carry your new bag as a day-bag, the Jumbo would be a lot more practical.
 
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