Kelly Elan 101

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From the moment I saw the Kelly Elan, I wanted one. Perfect for dinner out, or if you're in a cocktails situation. I've been wanting an Hermès shoulder bag I could use instead of a Chanel WOC (I have 3 of them), and the K Elan fits the bill perfectly. Plus, it actually holds more than the Chanel WOC, for those times you need to carry a bit more.
Honestly I was the same once I saw it for the first time and I am so glad I got one. I love love my elan! It’s my favorite bag right now and I feel like it does it all! I definitely plan to ask for another if and when it becomes available. I’m just worried they might not be sold for much longer?
 
Honestly I was the same once I saw it for the first time and I am so glad I got one. I love love my elan! It’s my favorite bag right now and I feel like it does it all! I definitely plan to ask for another if and when it becomes available. I’m just worried they might not be sold for much longer?
Which is why I was so anxious to get one because I thought it would be a limited production run as well. I was actually hoping for something in a lighter neutral color like Beton, Chai, etc but there's always room in my bag collection for another black bag.
 
I feel like I’m in the minority here and just can’t fall in love with my Kelly Elan. :sad: Maybe I’m just too used to my minis but it feels so large and awkward. If I use the strap, it ends up slung behind me at a weird angle that juts out and feels like I’m going to hit things and if I’m going to be tasked with hand carrying it, I’d rather reach for a KP or MK. It even feels large compared to my K25s!

Here are some pics for comparison:

Kelly Elan vs Kelly 25 Retourne View attachment 6216556

Kelly Mini II vs Kelly Elan vs Kelly Pochette top view

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Kelly Mini II vs Kelly Elan vs Kelly Pochette side view
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Beautiful comparison and beautiful collection! What is the color of the MK ? is it Celeste? and can you please share the colours of the Kelly elan? Love them!!
 
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