Chanel 22 Small Calfskin in White
Shoulder Bag and Tote (Slouchy Hobo silhouette) · Chanel (Independent), Luxury Haute Couture and Ready-to-Wear house with a storied heritage dating back to 1910.
Collection: Chanel 22 Collection, introduced for the Spring/Summer 2022 pre-collection and designed by Virginie Viard.
Style
Shoulder Bag and Tote (Slouchy Hobo silhouette)
Brand
Chanel (Independent), Luxury Haute Couture and Ready-to-Wear house with a storied heritage dating back to 1910.
Material
Pebbled calfskin leather with diamond quilting, soft slouchy unstructured construction, and precise edge finishing.
Dimensions
Small size, approximately 35 x 37 x 7 cm (13.7 x 14.5 x 2.7 inches) with a handle drop of roughly 20 cm.
Description
An effortlessly chic and modern addition to the Chanel lineup, the Chanel 22 bag is named after the year of its launch. Combining the house's timeless diamond quilting and chain details with a relaxed, slouchy hobo silhouette, it balances high-fashion heritage with everyday practicality.
Key Features
Distinguished by its ultra-slouchy body, oversized Chanel gold lettering logo on the back, detachable interior pouch, and signature interwoven leather-and-chain hardware straps.
Material & Construction
Pebbled calfskin leather with diamond quilting, soft slouchy unstructured construction, and precise edge finishing.
Color & Pattern
Bright white shade featuring the classic Chanel diamond quilting pattern across a soft pebbled surface.
Hardware Details
Gold-tone hardware featuring chunky chain links, grommets, a medallion logo charm, and a signature CC turn-lock closure on the drawstring weave.
Interior Description
Fabric-lined interior featuring one main compartment, a zip pocket, and a removable matching zipped pouch attached by a strap.
Closure Type
Magnetic snap and drawstring woven leather chain closure secured with a CC twist-lock.
Strap & Handle Details
Dual interwoven leather and metal chain shoulder straps with a leather shoulder rest portion for comfort.
Craftsmanship Details
Impeccably neat stitch count per inch, perfectly symmetrical diamond quilting alignment, and beautifully polished metallic hardware components reflecting high luxury standards.
Authentication Indicators
Features consistent diamond quilting alignment, crisp heat stamps, high-quality heavy metal hardware with proper engravings, and the modern Chanel microchip metal plate instead of a traditional serial sticker.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Italy or France, utilizing top-tier artisan leather craftsmanship standards.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2020s), reflecting modern luxury trends favoring relaxed, oversized, and ultra-functional shapes.
Age Estimate
Circa 2022-2024 production.
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern shift in luxury fashion toward casual, effortless utility while maintaining elite status and high-end craftsmanship.
Condition Notes
Appears clean and well-maintained with good structure preservation, bright hardware, and minimal surface wear.
Value Estimate
Retail price ranges around $5,800 to $6,500 USD, with strong secondary market value retention depending on condition and color demand.
Care & Maintenance
Store stuffed with acid-free tissue inside its dust bag. Avoid color transfer, especially given the white leather, and condition the leather periodically with a specialized conditioner.
Similar Handbags
Chanel Gabrielle Bag, Chanel 19 Flap Bag, Louis Vuitton OnTheGo Tote.
Interesting Facts
Named after the year 2022, the Chanel 22 quickly became a modern 'It-bag' embraced by celebrities and influencers worldwide for its departure from stiff, formal structured bags.