Chanel Classic Flap vs Hermes Kelly

If you’re looking to buy an iconic, investment handbag, you might be wondering which is the better choice: the Chanel Classic Flap or the Hermes Kelly?

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Unsure whether to purchase a Classic Flap or a Kelly? This article will give you all of the information you need to know about both styles before pitting them against each other. 

Make sure you keep reading until the end to discover the ultimate winner!

Chanel Classic Flap 

History 

The Classic Flap has its roots in another iconic Chanel bag, the 2.55. The 2.55 was created by Coco Chanel and became Carl Lagerfeld’s inspiration for the Classic Flap in the 1980s. 

Lagerfeld updated the 2.55 by adding a woven strap that combined leather and chain. He also added a CC turn lock closure to add some subtle branding to the bag. 

Features 

The Classic Flap is recognizable by its quilted leather exterior, woven leather and metal chain strap, and CC motif turn lock closure. 

Materials 

Chanel mainly uses Caviar and Lambskin leather for Classic Flap bags. That said, seasonal editions offer more variety and come in materials ranging from exotic skins to tweed. 

There are four main hardware options available on the Classic Flap: silver, gold, light gold (champagne), and So Black. 

Some seasonal models feature matte or antiqued silver or gold, ruthenium, and iridescent metals. 

Prices 

Chanel increased prices on the Classic Flap in January 2023. The table below features the most up-to-date prices. 

Style	2023 Price in USD	2023 Price in EUR
Chanel Classic Maxi Flap Bag	$10,000	€10,300
Chanel Classic Jumbo Flap Bag	$9,500	€9,700
Chanel Classic Medium Flap Bag	$8,800	€8,990
Chanel Classic Small Flap Bag	$8,200	€8,450
Chanel Classic Rectangular Mini Flap Bag	$4,400	€4,350
Chanel Classic Square Mini Flap Bag	$4,200	€4,150