How do you store your Chanel Handbags?

[Tinn3rz]

Can it actually keep the shape? what kind of leather bag u have?

I have a black patent flap. Well, technically, I "stuff" the chain in there, but that's it. Since the chain is inside and the bag lays flat in the box, it keeps it shape. I guess it helps that I use it often.

I've actually heard about the moths and the paper. So in my Ferragamo bag (which doesn't hold it's shape very well), I stuffed a couple of scarves.

 

[veradino]

Anybody know where i can get Maxi Lilac colour? and GST Red Caviar?
Its Hard to found it?

 

[icetongs]

Hmmm, actually i store my chanel baguette in the chanel dustbag. what other things do i have to note so as not to scratch the GHW?

 

[mcpro]

I wrapped the chain with a very soft cloth, put it inside the bag without closing the cc lock so it's not to tight might hurt the leather, put it in the dustbag then to the box, make sure it's standing.. ( so anal )

 

[Sarah<3]

Hello everybody,
So I recently received a jumbo black caviar classic for my graduation (I previously posted on how I was saving up for one for my graduation and it turns out I got it as a gift!!) I used to always read posts on how some of you really do not like the double flap and I use to think I wouldnt mind as long as I have one. However, now that I finally own a Chanel I cannot express how annoyed I am by that second flap!!! Sometimes it takes me quite a while to be able to button it that I often leave it unbuttoned. I do like the burgundy lining and chanel logo on the interior, but it really is a hassle getting in my bag. The extra flap does not do much for me bebsides come in my way. On a positive note, I do like how it keeps my bag structured and how it fully keeps the bag closed ( when I am able to button it)..Does anyone have the same experience with their double flap????

TIP FOR STORAGE: I have read a lot of tips on how to store chanel bags and the way I have been doing it I think has been working great for me.
1st: I place a medium sized book inside my chanel that fits in perfectly. it helps keep the bag in shape...

2nd: I pull in the chains and place them inside the bag and wrap the remaining chain in the tissue paper so it does not touch or weigh down on the leather and leave an imprint...I also place the fabric that originally comes with the bag on the proper interior flaps of the bag

3rd: I place the bag inside of its dustbag and store it standing up on my closet shelf. Why standing upright??? Because the bottom of the bag is solid and not a plush quilting as opposed to the rest of the bag. To store the bag laying down will deflate the quilting quicker.

I hope my storing tips help and if anyone has any suggestions on how to deal with that extra flap I will greatly appreciate it!!!

 

[vink]

I store mine just like yous.

And no. I don't have any new way of dealing with the inside flap. When I'm in a rush, I just leave it unbutton. I just turnlock on the outside flap.

 

[Adiva]

I'm curious to know how to store chain properly inside. Thanks for sharing the tip Sarah! And congrats on your new jumbo

 

[Cartier<3]

Thanks sarah,

I got a jumbo recently too and find the double flap annoying. I had a hard time storing the bag. How much of the chain do you put on the inside? And do it put it inside the bag on BOTH sides? Maybe a picture would be better. I thought I should put the chain inside too because it left an imprint on my CAVIAR, not even lambskin. I was so upset. Also, my stupid button wont close unless there is something right against the button or the bag is pretty full. It wont close for its life. so annoying. Congrats!

 

[lovebeibei]

I just got a double flap jumbo, and I think I'm among the minority here who actually love the double flap! I don't ever feel that I need to button the second flap, so I always leave it open. Thus no additional hassle getting into the bag=) I love the structure that the double flap gives the bag, and imo, the double flap makes the bag look very "crafted" when you open it....if that makes sense...lol. Thanks for sharing those tips!!

 

[GR33NT3A]

Maybe those with the M/L can shed some light as to how to properly store the chains inside the bag?

I usually just leave the chain outside.... and hope for the best.

 

[mlag724]

I just got a double flap jumbo, and I think I'm among the minority here who actually love the double flap! I don't ever feel that I need to button the second flap, so I always leave it open. Thus no additional hassle getting into the bag=) I love the structure that the double flap gives the bag, and imo, the double flap makes the bag look very "crafted" when you open it....if that makes sense...lol. Thanks for sharing those tips!!

I agree 100%. I love the double flap inside and out

 

[Minda]

I store the chain in the exact way the bag came to me - I pull the entire length of the chain to one side of the bag and tuck it into the inside compartment. This means that part of the chain slightly sticks out on one side of the inner flap. Hope you can visualize it.

 

[janed0e]

I just got a double flap jumbo, and I think I'm among the minority here who actually love the double flap! I don't ever feel that I need to button the second flap, so I always leave it open. Thus no additional hassle getting into the bag=) I love the structure that the double flap gives the bag, and imo, the double flap makes the bag look very "crafted" when you open it....

I'm with you all the way!! I am seriously in LOVE with the double flaps. Makes me want to get rid of my single flaps! It's a little different to get in and out of vs. the single flap but I just love the look of it. I feel like it makes it look so much nicer, structured, and well crafted.

I don't tuck the chain inside the bag so I wrap the chain in tissue paper, use the felt piece between the flap, and I store it on laying on the side. If the bag were to be stored standing up, wouldn't gravity "push down" on the bag and make the bag start to sag in the corners over time? That's one thing I'm really worried about. I have no idea which way is the best way to store, I just feel comfortable doing it this way.

 

[queenmother]

I just got a double flap jumbo, and I think I'm among the minority here who actually love the double flap! I don't ever feel that I need to button the second flap, so I always leave it open. Thus no additional hassle getting into the bag=) I love the structure that the double flap gives the bag, and imo, the double flap makes the bag look very "crafted" when you open it....if that makes sense...lol. Thanks for sharing those tips!!

Same here!

 

[Sarah<3]

Thanks sarah,

I got a jumbo recently too and find the double flap annoying. I had a hard time storing the bag. How much of the chain do you put on the inside? And do it put it inside the bag on BOTH sides? Maybe a picture would be better. I thought I should put the chain inside too because it left an imprint on my CAVIAR, not even lambskin. I was so upset. Also, my stupid button wont close unless there is something right against the button or the bag is pretty full. It wont close for its life. so annoying. Congrats!

I do not pull the chain in on both sides....I only pull it on on one side and leave just enough out to fold the tissue paper around it. If you pull in the chain too much than you risk it leaving a dent on top of the bag..So only pull in the chain on one side...I am putting together a "how to store" info post with pictures so that will be up very soon..I had a lot of difficulty myself at first with handling the bag and how to store it..its like having a child for the first time i was super careful and scared to do anything with it and was soooooo gentle with storing it. Now that I am more comfortable I know how to handle it better without scratching it and how to store it without being scared.. So look out for the post!!!!