I just returned from Paris and bought my first Chanel! I had made an appointment at the Chanel boutique on Avenue Montaigne. It was a wonderful experience. I went in looking for the small classic flap in lambskin in black with gold hardware. They had one small classic in black caviar with silver hardware and the medium in black lambskin with gold hardware. Below is a pic of my purchase! I just love the feel of lambskin and happy with the size too as I didn't notice too much of a size difference but seems it can hold more. I highly recommend that boutique! Also my appointment was at 11:30 it was pretty packed by 12:30 so I think earlier may be better (I was able to enjoy some water and my daughter enjoyed orange juice and had a little area to ourselves).