{"product_id":"chanel-2-55-reissue-226-double-flap-in-black-aged-calfskin","title":"Chanel 2.55 Reissue 226 Double Flap in Black Aged Calfskin (2012 – 2013)","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne of my favourite versions of a Chanel flap because it feels considerably less \u003cem\u003eChanel handbag\u003c\/em\u003e than the Classic Flap. No big CC closure, no leather woven through the chain, just black aged calfskin, silver-toned hardware and that very good rectangular Mademoiselle lock.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003e2.55 in size 226\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted from intentionally distressed black calfskin with an all-metal chain and aged silver\/ruthenium-tone hardware. The leather is meant to look slightly crinkled and lived-in from the start, which somehow makes this one feel much easier to actually wear rather than keep on a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2.55 itself goes back to \u003cstrong\u003e1955\u003c\/strong\u003e, when Gabrielle Chanel introduced the quilted shoulder bag with a chain strap. Q uite a radical idea at the time, as it allowed women to carry a handbag while keeping their hands free. In 2005, Karl Lagerfeld brought the original design back for its 50th anniversary; that edition became known as the \u003cstrong\u003e2.55 Reissue\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the name has since become widely used for later versions following the same original design language. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes it different from the more recognisable Classic Flap is exactly what I like about it: the clean rectangular Mademoiselle turnlock, the entirely metal chain and the slightly more understated overall feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow I’d wear it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProbably with something that has absolutely no intention of looking “ladylike”: oversized men’s tailoring, an old white tee, worn-in denim, a very long coat. Or with a tiny skirt and something slightly wrong on the feet. It already brings enough polish by itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack aged\/distressed calfskin leather\u003cbr\u003eDiamond quilting\u003cbr\u003eAged silver \/ ruthenium-tone hardware\u003cbr\u003eRectangular Mademoiselle turnlock\u003cbr\u003eAll-metal chain shoulder strap\u003cbr\u003eDouble-flap construction\u003cbr\u003eRear Mona Lisa pocket\u003cbr\u003eInterior compartments and zip pocket\u003cbr\u003eSize 226 (medium\/large)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Chanel authenticity card, internal sticker and original dust bag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize 226 - Approx. 28 cm x 18cm x 8cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePre-owned vintage condition. The calfskin has the intentionally crinkled, aged finish characteristic of this model, alongside genuine light signs of previous wear including some softening and creasing. Some light vintage smell present. Please refer closely to the images for condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it made the cut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause it’s Chanel for people who maybe don’t want their Chanel to scream Chanel. Same history, same beautiful construction, considerably less obvious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sourced by","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54637500596570,"sku":null,"price":4800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/2591\/4458\/files\/IMG_3970.jpg?v=1787672125","url":"https:\/\/sourcedby.store\/products\/chanel-2-55-reissue-226-double-flap-in-black-aged-calfskin","provider":"sourced by","version":"1.0","type":"link"}