Chanel Classic Flap - Small vs Medium vs Large sizes

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To be honest with you, when I first bought a chanel flap I was going to get a medium large size but since it was only $100 more for a jumbo, I couldnt help but go for it. It felt like twice the bag !
 
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ChanelHoarder said:
I actually prefer lambskin but it has to be something you are comfortable with! Lambskin is not AS delicate as it's made out to be, but you do have to care for it more so than caviar. IF you feel like you'll worry about lambskin all the time and feel that would bother you, I would suggest with going for caviar. Like I said though, I am partial towards lambskin ! It's my personal favorite. :p The feel of lambskin is completely buttery and so luxurious! You can sometimes even rub out some scratches if you get them on your lambskin too (not all, especially if they're deep cuts!) An example, if you run your nail along it on accident, that will come out quite easily just by rubbing over it! HTH!
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Thanks darling for all your advices..all very useful!:hugs:
 
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girlsnstilettos said:
If you're looking for a bag to go day to night (and dressier look) I'd go with the Lambskin Medium flap with GHW. I just bought one and chose it over the Jumbo Caviar because I didn't want/need another everyday bigger bag. I've used it many times already, and when I don't need to carry a ton of stuff with me. The decision depends on the individual and personal needs/taste though. Good luck, I know its not an easy decision sometimes because you want to make the right choice at these prices!
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Thanks a lot!Yes, it is not easy to do the right choice and with these prices the right choice is important!!;)
m4gg1ech1u said:
Everyone can rock any size of flaps. I use my mini for party and I feel comfortable carrying my maxi. I am only 5'2 and I am thin but I love the look of giant maxi on me. I suggest trying both of them at the store. I do recommend getting jumbo if you carry a lot of stuff. Single flap is not availabble at the store anymore. Good luck with your decision.
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Thanks darling, I'm going to try on both sizes since last time I went I tried on only the medium. I carry a lot of stuff with me also at night (except for dressy occasions when I use the KP in my avatar) and I have to carry also my DH stuff!:p
yodaling1 said:
Second this! Caviar is more durable. I tend to choose caviar for bigger bags so the shape is maintained vs lambskin for smaller bag since it's so fragile.
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Thank you!I have a love for lambskin but I will try on also the caviar just to see how it looks since it is easier to mantain.:smile1:
jmen said:
It really does come down to the use and as most have said and I wholeheartedly agree, go medium lamb w/gold hardware if you want a purse that can transition seamlessly from day to evening use. It was my first new Chanel years and years ago. It's been shopping, weddings and funerals. It is such a functional piece.
If you are looking for an every day piece that holds a lot, you know where I'm going already.

That said I was 5'11 and the medium worked fine. I know a lot of ladies of shorter stature carry a maxi or jumbo.. I'd rather notice the person, the outfit first rather than a purse, but we're all different with different perspectives, different needs. The key is to buy what you love and what works for you and there will be less chance of regret.
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Hi dear friend!Thanks a lot for all your advices!!:hugs::smooch:


ecmf said:
I voted for the med. my first Chanel bag is the black cav med with gold hw. IMO it's "the" classic Chanel size. it's much nicer for night than the jumbo IMO and looks great with any outfit.

it is on the small side but I can fit my iPhone, keys, lv agenda, sunnies, coin purse and lip stick with over filling it.

good luck.
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:ty: for your reply and your advice!;)
 
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meerkat said:
Agreed totally though jumbo can contain more. Medium lambskin with GHW is THE ultimate classic
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Thank you!I also like the medium lambskin but I carry a lot of stuff so I have to go back to the boutique and try on!

tryagain said:
jumbo ! day n night ! capacity is alright !
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krawford said:
Jumbo. Perfect size.
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hanaerika said:
I agree with the jumbo size too cause you can use it in party and also casual :p
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Thanks all!I'm starting to think that jumbo could be great since I carry a lot. I have too try to see how it looks on me!;)
ladybaby78 said:
ITA with ecmf. Another vote for M/L. I have had mine for a year now and take it with me for shopping trips and dinners. Love it to death! :p
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chriseve said:
I've always been partial to the m/l flap:)
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Thanks both for your reply!When you go for shopping can you fit on it a little umbrella since I always carry a little umbrella with me in the winter?


Mimster said:
Well, you know what I would pick. As others have mentioned, it all boils down to what YOU want out of this bag. I agree that caviar is more resistant to minor bumps or scratches but lambskin is not as delicate as you think. Minor scratches can be rubbed away with your fingers.
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Hello dear friend!I love lambskin and I want to try on the boutique caviar but my heart ings for lambskin!Thanks for all your advices!:heart::hugs:
Luccibag said:
To be honest with you, when I first bought a chanel flap I was going to get a medium large size but since it was only $100 more for a jumbo, I couldnt help but go for it. It felt like twice the bag !
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Thanks darling!That is true especially with the price increase!!:graucho:;)
 
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OP, I like the M/L flap the best because it's much more versatile if you transition from day to night to day;-) The bag fits quite a bit, but I also don't mind stuffing it (the leather gives a little and gets broken in anyway after a while). If it's the Jumbo, I'd much prefer the single flap - it's roomy and fits alot, and when it's broken in, it looks much nicer (I do not like the boxy look of a new jumbo, feels like something's sticking out of the side of my body as supposed to being part of the whole outfit). I haven't warmed to the new double flap jumbo because the compartments don't really do anything for me and they basically just took away space and added weight. The chains are not light to begin with so I don't need any extra weight (on me or on the bag:-)

I would go with M/L flap > single flap Jumbo > double flap Jumbo if given the choice.

You can certainly fit a small umbrella in the M/L flap, but of course, it might also take up most of the room in there too....best to go to the store with all your essentials and try them in the bags!
 
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amberle said:
Thank you!I also like the medium lambskin but I carry a lot of stuff so I have to go back to the boutique and try on!




Thanks all!I'm starting to think that jumbo could be great since I carry a lot. I have too try to see how it looks on me!;)

Thanks both for your reply!When you go for shopping can you fit on it a little umbrella since I always carry a little umbrella with me in the winter?



Hello dear friend!I love lambskin and I want to try on the boutique caviar but my heart ings for lambskin!Thanks for all your advices!:heart::hugs:

Thanks darling!That is true especially with the price increase!!:graucho:;)
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I can fit a mini umbrella, but that leaves me with little room for anything else, aside from stuffing my cards and cash into the side pockets...
 
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Im new at this forum hopefully you guys can help me...since i cant post my own thread yet i decided to ask question here. thanks for understanding. :D

Any whooo...i actually have gotten my first chanel bag which is a black GST g/h couple months ago. Now im ready to get the famous classic flap bag in black caviar g/h but im still debating on what size to get...its either m/l or jumbo...cant decide :confused1:

Since in my case I already have a GST that is big enough to hall my stuff in for my everyday use. Also i love the feeling and look of over size bags. lolz So if i get the jumbo one do you think its going to make me overlook my GST and favor more on my jumbo flap bag? Since the size are almost the same. On the other hand if i buy m/l size bag do you guys think it would be too small since im use to wearing big size bags.

(For reference i'll be using this bag more on when going out or for special occasion.) Sorry this can be confusing. Let me know what you guys think. I highly appreciated.

Thanks!
 
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