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Chanel flap bags

The Chanel Flap Bag revolutionised women’s fashion when it was introduced in February 1955 by Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel. Also known as the Chanel 2.55 — reflecting its creation date — the bag ushered in an era of hands-free elegance.

The groundbreaking design featured a pioneering shoulder strap, along with elegantly arranged compartments and diamond quilting. A further signature detail of the bag was its burgundy lining, inspired by Chanel’s childhood uniform at the Aubazine Abbey convent in France.

The Flap Bag evolved under Creative Director Karl Lagerfeld. He debuted the Classic Double Flap Bag in 1983, which introduced the Double C turn-lock closure. Subsequent designs by the luxury house have also paid homage to the original Flap, with both the Mini Flap and Chanel 19 weaving heritage with innovation.

Whether it’s the original 2.55 design or modern-day variations, the Chanel Flap Bag remains a defining cornerstone of the house’s timeless sophistication and style.

A BLACK AND CREAM LAMBSKIN LEATHER SINGLE FLAP BAG, A NAVY CANVAS QUILTED CLUTCH BAG and A LIGHT BROWN LEATHER SINGLE FLAP BAG

CHANEL, 1990's

A LIMITED EDITION MOBILE ART HK BY KARL LAGERFELD SHINY BLACK & GOLD METALLIC ALLIGATOR 2.55 DOUBLE FLAP 228 BAG WITH GOLD HARDWARE

CHANEL, 2008