The Chanel Lambskin Quilted Flap Shoulder Bag with a gold chain in black is a quintessential luxury piece, often representing the house’s 11.12 Classic Flap lineage. This design is celebrated for its structured elegance and is a core pillar of the brand’s permanent collection.
Core Design & Material
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Material: Crafted from premium black lambskin leather, which is prized for its supple, buttery-soft feel and smooth, slightly luminous finish.
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Quilting: Decorated with signature diamond-quilted stitching, a hallmark of Chanel since 1955.
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Hardware: Features polished gold-tone metal, including the iconic interlocking CC turn-lock closure. Vintage models produced before 2008 typically feature 24k gold-plated hardware.
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Strap: Equipped with an interwoven gold chain and black leather shoulder strap that can be worn doubled for a shorter drop or as a single long strap.
Specifications & Organization
While available in multiple sizes (Mini, Small, Medium, Jumbo, and Maxi), the Medium is the most widely recognized:
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Approximate Dimensions (Medium): Measures roughly 10″ W x 6.3″ H x 3″ D (approx. 25.5 x 16 x 7.5 cm).
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Structure: Available in either Single Flap (lighter) or the traditional Double Flap (more structured) construction.
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Interior Configuration: Traditionally lined in black leather a tribute to the color of the uniforms at the orphanage where Coco Chanel grew up and includes:
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One main compartment.
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The “love letter” zippered pocket on the underside of the outer flap.
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Internal slip pockets and a central lipstick compartment.
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Exterior Features: Includes the classic rear “smile” pocket for quick access to small items.
