Metallic Lambskin Quilted 2.55 Reissue 227 Flap Silver

The Chanel Metallic Lambskin Quilted 2.55 Reissue 227 Flap in silver is a high-glamour, “Jumbo” sized version of the bag Gabrielle Chanel originally released in February 1955. This specific 227 model is prized for its generous capacity and striking metallic finish that reflects a brilliant, showstopping silver luster.

Core Design & Material

• Material: Crafted from luxurious metallic silver lambskin (or occasionally metallic calfskin) with signature diamond quilting. While lambskin is buttery-soft, its metallic coating provides an iridescent sheen that is more resistant to typical surface marks than matte lambskin.

• Mademoiselle Lock: Features the iconic rectangular turn-lock (the original design before the CC logo), known as the “Mademoiselle” lock because Coco Chanel never married.

• Bijoux Chain: Equipped with an all-metal, flat-link bijoux chain without leather threading, which can be worn doubled for a shoulder drop of approximately 11 inches or singled for a 19-inch crossbody drop.

• Double Flap Construction: Includes an interior second flap for added security and structure, typically finished with a small snap-button closure.

Specifications & Utility

• Dimensions (227 Jumbo): Approximately 12.25″ L x 3.5″ W x 8″ H (roughly 31.5 cm x 20 cm x 10 cm).

• Internal Layout: The interior is lined in tonal metallic silver leather and includes:

  • One large main compartment with two gusseted pockets.

  • One small zippered “love letter” pocket on the underside of the outer flap.

  • Multiple internal slip pockets for organization.

• Exterior Detail: Features the curved “Mona Lisa Smile” slip pocket on the back for quick access to thin items like cards or tickets.

• Structural Detail: The base and sides feature a distinctive fold that allows the bag to sit closer to the body or lay flatter for travel.