Chanel Classic Flap vs Lady Dior. The Ultimate Battle

Two of the world’s most classic and well known handbags: the Chanel Classic Flap vs the Lady Dior.

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Today we’re doing a head-to-head comparison of two wildly popular handbags—the Chanel Classic Flap and the Lady Dior. 

Check out this article to see which bag ends up on top!

Chanel Classic Flap 

History 

Chanel’s founder, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel created the first version of the Classic Flap when she introduced the 2.55 bag in February 1955. Featuring a shoulder strap, this bag was revolutionary for its functionality. 

In the 1980s, Chanel’s creative director, Carl Lagerfeld, reinterpreted the 2.55 by adding a leather woven chain and a Double C turn lock closure. The bag, named the Classic Flap, became an instant success and remains one of the House’s most sought-after pieces. 

Features 

The Classic Flap is instantly recognizable by its foldover closure, quilted leather, woven leather and chain strap, and Double C turn lock closure. 

Materials 

Chanel’s Classic Flap has been produced in a variety of materials over the years, ranging from classic leather to funky textiles. 

Caviar and lambskin leather are the two most popular options. Rarer materials include iridescent leather, exotic skins (ostrich, python, alligator, and crocodile), and tweed. 

Hardware options include silver, gold, light gold, and So Black. Special editions feature matte or antiqued silver or gold, ruthenium, and iridescent metals.