the chain is as long as the caviar chain wallet. It's long enough to go crossbody or doubled up as a shoulder bag. i'm waiting for the dark silver color...so excited! I saw it today at the trunk show. It fits like 8 credit cards, has a zipper slot, can fit a cellphone, a few makeup items, and ipod...i think you should check out the caviar chain wallet for a better idea because it actually holds more than it looks since it kinda expands a bit (definitely holds more than the tiny classic flap!). oh so cute with the mm clasp even though it isn't functional (i was trying to turn it like the idiot i was and the SA laughed and said it's a snap closure. haha)