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What is the classic Chanel bag called?
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The classic Chanel bag is called the 2.55 Flap Bag. Its name is a nod to February 1955 when Coco Chanel first introduced the now iconic bag. When it debuted, the 2.55 Flap Bag was the first handbag to feature a shoulder strap, and it went on to influence handbag designs for decades to come. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Chanel 2.55 Flap Bags.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
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