The Chanel Full Flap is one of the maison’s understated 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 hallmarks of Chanel’s heritage.

This example comes in the small size, crafted in supple black lambskin leather and finished with 24k gold-plated hardware. Chanel discontinued the use of 24k gold plating in 2008, making earlier pieces like this especially sought after among collectors.

Inside, the bag is lined in burgundy leather and finished with gold-embossed Chanel lettering, underscoring 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 headline act, the Full Flap is the deep cut the collectors truly appreciate.