hey listen I'm quite clumsy so i'm sure that if I wear it like that for real like for a long time, there is a chance that I would take hair off 
Jumbo Carried like "Gabriel"
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hey listen I'm quite clumsy so i'm sure that if I wear it like that for real like for a long time, there is a chance that I would take hair off 
LOL! You are so creative.It does look a little awkward. I am one of those who raved about the Gabrielle Hobo until you pointed out that it's not something that couldn't be done with other bags, including the Jumbo and now you've undeniably demonstrated it.
This is very interesting to see! Thank you for the mod pics
You're so creative
Love to see how a single flap jumbo would look like
Thanks all - but I am not creative (more like inspired by.. but to the extreme of Michael Kors level
)I seriously am trying to find ways and reasons to wear my jumbos! My dark silver get some outings because it's just such a cool color that even though it's a double flap jumbo, I sometimes use it anyway. My single flap ones get some use too. However the other black lamb double flap unfortunately sit in it's precious storage mostly. However, I think it's just mostly situational because well I have many black bags in sizes I love.. it's hard to make a conscious effort to wear the black lamb jumbo instead.. and then for work, it's just a bag that SCREAMS chanel (I can't even turn the lock facing in as the leather and shine of the material just screams luxury
)I have a photo of where my chevron chain hits when cross bodied, but I think the classic flap chain is even longer by a bit. Do you have a longer torso as well perhaps? I think in these cases proportion makes a huge difference. It's funny because my husband is taller than me (not by much but definitely taller). When he stands, he's clearly taller than me. however, he has a ridiculously short torso but looong legs. When he sits down next to me or across from me, it looks like he needs a child booster seatHow funny. We were just talking about the chain length of the jumbos in the single flap thread.
Hmmm...I'm having a different experience. I'm 5'8", size 2/4 and my jumbos (all SF) hit me right at the hip joint when I wear them crossbody. (Which I rarely do). They don't get to my thigh. Maybe because I'm busty?? IDK.That being said for this large of a bag I prefer carrying them with the chain doubled.
That being said, I've seen the jumbos carried this way once before in a photo. I love innovation in fashion but honestly, I'm not a fan. It looks a little bit "hung over morning after" to me. LOL! I'd vote for traditional double chain.
it's hilarious!!!!
I like this one better.Alrighty... I totally forgot that I said I would post photos with a single flap in jumbo size!
A promise is a promise!
Here we go - single flap jumbo lambskin - for those who knows it - the like-a-chevron bag.
So... I definitely know that with a smaller size bag it would probably look better, but seriously, I tried on the Gabriel bag. The larger bags would have similar visual issue (to me at least) that said it looked easier on the eyes because it's bucket style so more of a "north/south" vs. the jumbo which is "east/west". However, I think for some body proportions, it really isn't that bad in person. I think how long or short your torso is, height and frame would make it slightly less or more appealing. I think this is purely a trend thing.
Honestly, I think regardless of Gabriel or this or any other bag, the way to carry it like this is ok/fun/novelty now but not a true practical frequent thing because pulling it over your head for on/off is a bit silly. However, from now on, if I want to distribute the weight on a jumbo and still hands free comfortably, I know there's another option and it looks fun with the right outfit (like i'm not going to put on a Chanel tweed suit with heels and put my bag on me like thisfrom a comfort/does it feel awkward perspective: at least for me, it felt totally comfortable. Another plus is that it's quite "secure" as the straps don't slip off my shoulders when carried this way.
Well this was fun...
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You are the best!!! Look at you working it! I like ALL of these mods w/ how you put your jumbo SF on.....i really do like this bag on you in the Gabriel style!! You are not only the fashion maven but a "technical maven" in figuring out how to put it on like the new G style! Bravo girl, bravo!Alrighty... I totally forgot that I said I would post photos with a single flap in jumbo size!
A promise is a promise!
Here we go - single flap jumbo lambskin - for those who knows it - the like-a-chevron bag.
So... I definitely know that with a smaller size bag it would probably look better, but seriously, I tried on the Gabriel bag. The larger bags would have similar visual issue (to me at least) that said it looked easier on the eyes because it's bucket style so more of a "north/south" vs. the jumbo which is "east/west". However, I think for some body proportions, it really isn't that bad in person. I think how long or short your torso is, height and frame would make it slightly less or more appealing. I think this is purely a trend thing.
Honestly, I think regardless of Gabriel or this or any other bag, the way to carry it like this is ok/fun/novelty now but not a true practical frequent thing because pulling it over your head for on/off is a bit silly. However, from now on, if I want to distribute the weight on a jumbo and still hands free comfortably, I know there's another option and it looks fun with the right outfit (like i'm not going to put on a Chanel tweed suit with heels and put my bag on me like this
Well this was fun...
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Thanks Kendie figure I should give it a try and see how it works out. probably not the ideal way to wear a jumbo but maybe it'll at least make me think of using my jumbos more often!You are the best!!! Look at you working it! I like ALL of these mods w/ how you put your jumbo SF on.....i really do like this bag on you in the Gabriel style!! You are not only the fashion maven but a "technical maven" in figuring out how to put it on like the new G style! Bravo girl, bravo!
I like that the bag wouldn't be banging at your hip when walking around - It becomes a bit more like a tote or hobo except you don't need to hold it up with your hand. I don't think it looks bad...and I have to admit there are a lot of bags I have eliminated from consideration because I know I'll hate carrying them for more than a few minutes.Thanks Kendie figure I should give it a try and see how it works out. probably not the ideal way to wear a jumbo but maybe it'll at least make me think of using my jumbos more often!
I like Kendies thought that you are the technical maven LOL! An engineer for Chanel styling! KL should hire you as a tester.You are the best!!! Look at you working it! I like ALL of these mods w/ how you put your jumbo SF on.....i really do like this bag on you in the Gabriel style!! You are not only the fashion maven but a "technical maven" in figuring out how to put it on like the new G style! Bravo girl, bravo!
Interesting way of wearing your jumbo. I like it from the back, but the front looks like you will get a big mark across your neck and chest. Is the bag full of contents?Hello fellow Chanel enthusiasts
I own 5 jumbos (3 single flaps - less boxy; 2 double flaps - boxy/structured CFs). I use the jumbos very rarely compared to my M/Ls, reissues, OM boy, or various mini sized bags. Especially the structured double flap CFs.
Key reasons:
Seeing the hype Chanel marketing genius has created by dangling a simple bag on a longer chain - e.g., Gabriel bag - I truly appreciate the creativity on an interesting way to carry a bag. However, I haven't rewarded Chanel's genius in creating this hype via a longer chain with a Gabriel purchase myself
- Especially double flap ones - heavy and look big visually because they look more boxy due to the structure.
- The chain is so long that even on my height of 5'8" they hang so low that they kept banging against my upper thigh when carried single chain or cross body. I feel that it looks frumpy as a result.
But, I realize that I do already have bags with a chain that is too long.
I tried carrying my caviar dark silver jumbo CF today that way. I don't think it looked too bad. It definitely helped distribute the weight a bit as well. The thing is, because this CF is so structured, it looked a bit big still when I turned the face of the bag to the front. Now that said, lets remember that when we wear it double chained on one shoulder, same situation applies.
I do think that with the less structured/bulky single flap jumbos I have, it will look MUCH BETTER as it would look much more sleek and less frumpy/big visually and won't "stick out" as much against my body!
However, I'm in my PJ's and too lazy to pull one of those out for photos tonight so I'll update this thread tomorrow with that. (but I feel pretty good about that oneWe shall see
Here're some photos of how the bulkier double flap dark silver CF bag looks like carried this way. One thing that I was thinking about is that the dark silver color is sort of perfect for carrying this way because it's sort of a "cool/edgy" bag vs. for example a beige Claire jumbo which I feel like might look weird with the vibe carried this way... just how I feel
So, honest opinion please... what do you think? Does it work? sort of work? doesn't work well at all?
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So glad you brought up the main reason why I'm not a big cheerleader for the Classic Jumbo. It can look very square, boxy, formal and the bag stands out on its own. Basically, the bag is wearing the person.
I had double flap in grey and had to return it immediately as I finally got sense of myself and the practically of the bag. Now, my current collection is (1) single flap, a tote and small wallet/flap. I sold a few others. I would like to get an re-issue, but I have to research the chains. Hopefully not as long a Jumbo. Then I've seen some girls wearing the Maxi mainly taller/thinner girls - and for some reason it looks OK.
I like how the jumbo worn this way looks on her! I wonder if she's much shorter/petite? maybe that allowed the chain to look longer and hence better balance?
