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Perfect for cocktail hours, weddings or gallery openings, this vintage Chanel Classic Small Double Flap in black quilted leather with silver‑tone hardware adds poised elegance to any look. Compact yet refined, it transitions effortlessly from smart daytime dressing to evening plans.
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* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What are the dimensions and strap drops of the Small Classic Double Flap? A: This piece measures approximately 23 × 14 × 6 cm. The chain can be worn doubled at about 23 cm or lengthened to about 43 cm for a longer shoulder carry. Please refer to the Measurements on this page for the exact figures for this item.
Q: What typically fits inside the Small Double Flap? A: Daily essentials such as a smartphone, small card holder or compact wallet, keys, a lipstick and slim sunglasses in a soft pouch. A long continental wallet can fit but will leave limited room for anything else.
Q: Can the Small be worn crossbody? A: The chain length allows a short crossbody on some frames, but it generally sits higher on the torso. Most people find it ideal as a shoulder bag, either doubled or worn long.
Q: What is the purpose of the double flap? A: The inner flap adds structure, helps the outer flap keep its shape, and offers extra privacy for the main compartment. It does reduce capacity slightly compared with single‑flap designs.
Q: Is this the same model sometimes called the 11.12? A: Yes. Chanel has referred to Classic Flaps as the 11.12 since 2021; the Small remains part of this family with the same iconic silhouette and quilting.
Q: Which leather is more durable for a Classic Flap, lambskin or caviar? A: In general, caviar (grained calfskin) is more resistant to surface scratches and wear, while lambskin feels softer and more luxurious but needs gentler handling. Care routines should be adapted to the specific leather.
Q: How should I care for and store a vintage Chanel flap bag? A: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth, avoid harsh products, and keep away from prolonged light or humidity. Store upright in a breathable dust bag, loosely stuffed to hold shape, and tuck the chain inside padded to prevent imprints on the leather.
Q: Does this item include a card, dust bag or box? A: Everything included is listed under product information on this page. If an item is not listed there, it is not included. For this listing, product information indicates no additional items are included.
Q: How do you authenticate this Chanel bag? A: Every item at A Retro Tale is authenticated by in‑house experts using multi‑point checks of materials, quilting and stitching, hardware, stamps and date codes or microchips (Chanel introduced microchips from 2021). We stand behind the authenticity of all items and can share further details on request.
Q: What is the significance of the burgundy lining and interior details? A: The burgundy interior is a long‑standing Classic Flap design cue, often linked to Coco Chanel’s history, and the interior includes thoughtful pockets (including a slim lipstick slot) for small essentials.
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A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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/ Chanel
/ Bags
/ Shoulder bags
/ Classic Flap Bag
/ Small
6 406 £
• Black quilted leather
• Silver-tone hardware
• Interwoven chain shoulder strap
• Burgundy leather lining with multiple internal compartments
• CC turn-lock closure
• Vintage
The authenticity of this bag has been checked and verified by our experts who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. We also use a well established 3rd party authentication tool to verify our bags.
