should i bite the bullet and buy a classic flap?
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+1. I love pairing my classic flaps with casual clothing. I thought it was absurd to spend this much on a bag, but I have never looked back. I too was buying different variations of less expensive brands and it all adds up. I have mostly lambskin jumbos. I have not had any issues with my lambskin and I have two toddlers. My lambskin almost looks better than the day I bought it. I think you should. You will not regret it. I promise! Just make sure you research the size and hardware that suits YOU most. Keep us posted!!
Lol!!!! :lolots::lolots: yes welcome! I agree with Calflu, get now before it's even more (you will be kicking yourself later) and can make any outfit, even if Target brand, look chic!
Yes, absolutely 
nothing else will satisfy you when you desire an iconic piece such as the Chanel classic flap, so I think it's fair to say you WILL get it eventually. The only unknown is how much will you have to pay for it when the time comes? The price increases really make it ideal to get it sooner rather than later (assuming of course that you can afford it in the first place - I'm not suggesting 2nd-mortgaging your house for Chanel 
but the fact is, it will only get more expensive).
As others say, I too find my classics to be the most versatile bags in my collection - it is honestly surprising how easy they are to wear with virtually anything
ladysarah is right, lambskin is divine - let us know what you decide.
nothing else will satisfy you when you desire an iconic piece such as the Chanel classic flap, so I think it's fair to say you WILL get it eventually. The only unknown is how much will you have to pay for it when the time comes? The price increases really make it ideal to get it sooner rather than later (assuming of course that you can afford it in the first place - I'm not suggesting 2nd-mortgaging your house for Chanel but the fact is, it will only get more expensive).As others say, I too find my classics to be the most versatile bags in my collection - it is honestly surprising how easy they are to wear with virtually anything
ladysarah is right, lambskin is divine - let us know what you decide.
I resisted Chanel for years. I mean years, as I'm 50+. I talked myself out of the classic flap more times than I can count. Finally, I took the plunge a month ago when I was in France and I'm so glad I did. It's a beautiful bag and goes with everything, dressed up or down. I can't seem to move out of it into anything else. 
I'd just pay very careful attention to size. Really think about what you want to carry in it, especially if you plan on it being an everyday bag. The m/l fits more than I thought, but required me to down size a bit and to stop carrying around stuff that was rarely used.
I'd just pay very careful attention to size. Really think about what you want to carry in it, especially if you plan on it being an everyday bag. The m/l fits more than I thought, but required me to down size a bit and to stop carrying around stuff that was rarely used.
Absolutely true - this is also very similar to the Gucci Emily Bag !!!!!
Stick with a leader - not a follower I say
Agree with both of these comments. I don't wear High End fashion - but what suits me and I think the bag elevates any outfit anyway.
And yes, I really only like Chanel now too
yes !!!
Agreed !!!!
I was so frightened to get a Lambskin but TPF showed me how easy they are to live with and massage any imperfections out - I adore this bag.
Lighter in weight too than Caviar.
As other tPFers suggested, I'd get it before the price increase. In several years, it might be double the price. But I wouldn't rush either, if you have a chance, try the jumbo in boutique or department store, see how you like it, put your things in it. Don't feel pressured by SA to make a decision. Keep us updated
As other tPFers suggested, I'd get it before the price increase. In several years, it might be double the price. But I wouldn't rush either, if you have a chance, try the jumbo in boutique or department store, see how you like it, put your things in it. Don't feel pressured by SA to make a decision. Keep us updated
I agree about putting your things in it. Try on with and without jackets too if possible.
I've noticed many hear debate between the med/large and the jumbo. The two most popular sizes so def try both on.
50 years young my dear
I agree, the limits on what you can fit in the M/L make me more efficient - I can't take the whole house with me, so I have to be more ladylike and refined
I resisted Chanel for years. I mean years, as I'm 50+. I talked myself out of the classic flap more times than I can count. Finally, I took the plunge a month ago when I was in France and I'm so glad I did. It's a beautiful bag and goes with everything, dressed up or down. I can't seem to move out of it into anything else.
I'd just pay very careful attention to size. Really think about what you want to carry in it, especially if you plan on it being an everyday bag. The m/l fits more than I thought, but required me to down size a bit and to stop carrying around stuff that was rarely used.
The main problem I find with carrying a flap is that they can never take sunglasses as they are mostly too narrow. But I still carry my CHANEL classic and keep the sunglasses on my head....
This is quite interesting, thanks for sharing Calflu.
My attempt to address OP's questions:
am i crazy for spending so much? If you really like the bag, the answer is 'no'. You are not crazy, but keep in mind that you are on a slippery slope ..
is it really an investment? Many will disagree with me, but my answer is again 'no'. I recently consigned one of my Chanel bags and received about 1/3 of its original price. You should buy the bag because it makes you happy.
im not well off by any stretch of the imagination! my clothes are all highstreet (h&m topshop etc) would the bag stick out like a sore thumb against my 'normal' clothes? A big advantage of Chanel bags is that they look good with almost everything. Don't worry with that.
The main problem I find with carrying a flap is that they can never take sunglasses as they are mostly too narrow. But I still carry my CHANEL classic and keep the sunglasses on my head....
I've been doing the same: sunglasses on my head lol. It works!