The Chanel Full Flap is one of the house’s discreet treasures, produced mainly in the 1980s and early 1990s. Unlike the Classic Flap with its curved turn-lock, this model is defined by a long, uninterrupted flap that closes with hidden hardware, creating a clean and minimal silhouette while retaining all the distinctive traits of Chanel’s heritage.

This example is a small size, made from soft black lambskin and finished with 24-carat gold-plated hardware. Chanel stopped using 24-carat gold plating in 2008, making earlier pieces like this one particularly sought after by collectors.

Inside, the bag is lined with burgundy leather and decorated with gold-embossed Chanel lettering, highlighting the craftsmanship of the era. Compact and refined, the Full Flap Small offers a discreet alternative to the Classic Flap. If the Classic Flap is the headliner, the Full Flap is the rare gem that collectors truly appreciate.