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Vintage Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag - 873-25340
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East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag
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This vintage Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag in beige quilted leather with gold-tone hardware offers timeless elegance. In very good condition, it features a single interwoven chain and leather shoulder strap, tonal leather lining with three slip pockets, and a turn-lock flap closure. Perfect for daytime events, city lunches or evening dinners, it adds refined Chanel style to any look.
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A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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• Beige quilted leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single interwoven chain and leather shoulder strap
• Tonal leather lining with three slip pockets
• Turn-lock flap closure
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Q: What typically fits inside the Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag? A: With approximate measurements of 26 x 13 x 4 cm, this slim East West shape is best for daily essentials such as a phone, compact wallet or card holder, keys, lipstick and a few small extras. It is not designed for bulkier items like a large purse, water bottle or tablet.
Q: Can this bag be worn crossbody? A: For most people, no. This model has a shoulder strap drop of approximately 31 cm and is designed to sit neatly on the shoulder rather than crossbody.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
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A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
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Q: What typically fits inside the Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag? A: With approximate measurements of 26 x 13 x 4 cm, this slim East West shape is best for daily essentials such as a phone, compact wallet or card holder, keys, lipstick and a few small extras. It is not designed for bulkier items like a large purse, water bottle or tablet.
Q: Can this bag be worn crossbody? A: For most people, no. This model has a shoulder strap drop of approximately 31 cm and is designed to sit neatly on the shoulder rather than crossbody.
Q: Is this a single flap or a double flap style? A: This piece is a single flap style. Many collectors like the East West single flap because it offers easy access and a slightly more streamlined interior than bulkier double flap designs.
Q: Why is it called the Chocolate Bar Flap Bag? A: The name refers to the distinctive square quilting, which resembles the segments of a chocolate bar. It gives the bag a more graphic, structured look than Chanel’s more traditional diamond quilting.
Q: When was this bag made? A: The serial number begins with 7, which places production in the 2002-2003 period. That makes this an early-2000s vintage Chanel piece.
Q: Does this bag have interior pockets? A: Yes. According to the product information, it has a tonal leather lining with three slip pockets, which are useful for organising smaller essentials.
Q: What is included in the product information for this item? A: The product information for this piece lists a dust bag and serial number. If an authenticity card, box or any other item is not listed there, it should not be assumed to be included.
Q: What is the condition of this specific bag? A: This bag is listed in very good pre-owned condition. The exterior shows scuffing on the corners, the interior has a light trace of use, and the hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: How should I care for beige lambskin leather? A: Lambskin is soft and luxurious, so it is best handled with care. Wipe gently with a soft cloth, avoid harsh cleaning products, and keep it away from prolonged moisture, heat and direct sunlight. When storing, keep the bag upright in its dust bag and loosely protect the chain to help preserve the leather and shape.
Q: How is this bag authenticated? A: A Retro Tale states that every item is authenticated by its in-house experts through a two-step screening process. For vintage Chanel, details such as the serial sticker, materials, hardware, construction and overall consistency are all important parts of authentication.
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873-25340
Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag
RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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This vintage Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag in beige quilted leather with gold-tone hardware offers timeless elegance. In very good condition, it features a single interwoven chain and leather shoulder strap, tonal leather lining with three slip pockets, and a turn-lock flap closure. Perfect for daytime events, city lunches or evening dinners, it adds refined Chanel style to any look.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits inside the Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag? A: With approximate measurements of 26 x 13 x 4 cm, this slim East West shape is best for daily essentials such as a phone, compact wallet or card holder, keys, lipstick and a few small extras. It is not designed for bulkier items like a large purse, water bottle or tablet.
Q: Can this bag be worn crossbody? A: For most people, no. This model has a shoulder strap drop of approximately 31 cm and is designed to sit neatly on the shoulder rather than crossbody.
Q: Is this a single flap or a double flap style? A: This piece is a single flap style. Many collectors like the East West single flap because it offers easy access and a slightly more streamlined interior than bulkier double flap designs.
Q: Why is it called the Chocolate Bar Flap Bag? A: The name refers to the distinctive square quilting, which resembles the segments of a chocolate bar. It gives the bag a more graphic, structured look than Chanel’s more traditional diamond quilting.
Q: When was this bag made? A: The serial number begins with 7, which places production in the 2002-2003 period. That makes this an early-2000s vintage Chanel piece.
Q: Does this bag have interior pockets? A: Yes. According to the product information, it has a tonal leather lining with three slip pockets, which are useful for organising smaller essentials.
Q: What is included in the product information for this item? A: The product information for this piece lists a dust bag and serial number. If an authenticity card, box or any other item is not listed there, it should not be assumed to be included.
Q: What is the condition of this specific bag? A: This bag is listed in very good pre-owned condition. The exterior shows scuffing on the corners, the interior has a light trace of use, and the hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: How should I care for beige lambskin leather? A: Lambskin is soft and luxurious, so it is best handled with care. Wipe gently with a soft cloth, avoid harsh cleaning products, and keep it away from prolonged moisture, heat and direct sunlight. When storing, keep the bag upright in its dust bag and loosely protect the chain to help preserve the leather and shape.
Q: How is this bag authenticated? A: A Retro Tale states that every item is authenticated by its in-house experts through a two-step screening process. For vintage Chanel, details such as the serial sticker, materials, hardware, construction and overall consistency are all important parts of authentication.
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
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For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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• Beige quilted leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single interwoven chain and leather shoulder strap
• Tonal leather lining with three slip pockets
• Turn-lock flap closure
• Vintage
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