Chanel Classic Double Flap Medium Lambskin in Pink
Shoulder Bag, rectangular silhouette with a structured flap and double flap interior subcategory. · Chanel (Privately owned), Luxury tier, world-renowned for timeless elegance, exquisite craftsmanship, and exclusivity.
Collection: Chanel Classic Collection, permanent line originally introduced by Karl Lagerfeld in the 1980s based on Coco Chanel's original 2.55 design.
Style
Shoulder Bag, rectangular silhouette with a structured flap and double flap interior subcategory.
Brand
Chanel (Privately owned), Luxury tier, world-renowned for timeless elegance, exquisite craftsmanship, and exclusivity.
Material
Smooth lambskin leather, machine-stitched with diamond quilting, carefully aligned exterior back pocket, and hand-finished edges.
Dimensions
Medium size, approximately 25.5 cm x 15.5 cm x 6.5 cm (10 inches x 6 inches x 2.5 inches) with a standard double strap drop of roughly 23 cm (9 inches).
Description
An exquisite Chanel Classic Double Flap Medium bag rendered in a gentle pink lambskin leather and complemented by lustrous gold-tone hardware. The piece features the signature diamond quilting, structured silhouette, and the unmistakable CC turn-lock. Inside, the striking red leather lining adds a heritage touch true to historical Chanel designs. Highly sought after by collectors, this piece blends timeless sophistication with a playful contemporary colorway.
Key Features
Interlocking CC turn-lock, diamond quilted lambskin exterior, interwoven chain and leather strap, iconic red leather interior, and back patch pocket.
Material & Construction
Smooth lambskin leather, machine-stitched with diamond quilting, carefully aligned exterior back pocket, and hand-finished edges.
Color & Pattern
Soft pastel pink shade with classic diamond quilting pattern throughout the body and continuous pocket alignment on the rear.
Hardware Details
Gold-tone hardware featuring the iconic interlocking CC turn-lock closure and a threaded chain-link shoulder strap.
Interior Description
Burgundy/red leather lining featuring the classic double flap mechanism, interior slip pockets, a zippered compartment tucked inside the primary flap, and the gold heat-stamped Chanel logo.
Closure Type
Interlocking CC turn-lock closure on the exterior flap paired with a secondary snap flap closure on the interior compartment.
Strap & Handle Details
Interwoven leather and gold-tone metal chain strap designed to be worn doubled on the shoulder or extended as a single crossbody strap.
Craftsmanship Details
High stitch density per inch, seamless pattern alignment on pockets, smooth buttery lambskin hand-feel, neatly burnished edges, and clean interior stamping reflecting ultra-luxury standards.
Authentication Indicators
Diamond quilt alignment across the back pocket seam, precise stitch count per inch, correct font on the gold interior Chanel heat stamp, and proportional CC turn-lock hardware. Physical inspection is mandatory for a definitive authentication.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in France or Italy, crafted in high-end ateliers adhering to rigorous luxury manufacturing standards.
Era & Period
Contemporary classic design, drawing from the 1980s aesthetic established by Karl Lagerfeld's modern interpretation of the 1955 original.
Age Estimate
Likely modern production from the 2010s to 2020s, inferred from hardware finish and modern lambskin treatment.
Cultural Significance
A definitive status symbol in fashion history, the Chanel Classic Flap represents enduring luxury, female independence, and timeless style across multiple generations.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good condition based on visible structure and finish; minor signs of wear typical of handling without original packaging, but retaining its overall shape and hardware luster.
Value Estimate
As an item lacking box, receipt, or original packaging, the estimated resale market value typically ranges from $4,000 to $7,000 USD depending on the exact year, serial number verification, and current physical condition upon close inspection.
Care & Maintenance
Store stuffed with acid-free tissue inside its dust bag in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight. Treat lambskin carefully with specialized leather conditioners to prevent drying and avoid color transfer from dark clothing.
Similar Handbags
Chanel Reissue 2.55 (features a Mademoiselle lock instead of CC), Chanel Boy Bag (more modern, architectural aesthetic), Yves Saint Laurent Sunset Bag.
Interesting Facts
The classic double flap design incorporates a secret zippered compartment underneath the first flap, historically rumored to be where Coco Chanel stored her love letters.
Notes
Red inside no box or receipt or any sort of packaging as is what’s it worth