In recent years, Chanel’s new bag names have coincided with the year the bag comes out—we have the 19, the 22, and now the 25. First seen as part of the Chanel Spring-Summer 2025 Ready-to-Wear show, the Chanel 25 Bag coincided with the collection’s theme of an ode to movement and freedom.
Unlike its last big launch predecessor, the Chanel 25 has been more widely admired at first glance, and I count myself in the fan-girl category. House codes that signify this bag as a Chanel bag are evident and noteworthy, along with a confident and free allure.
This bag is a significant moment that will sit nicely in the Chanel family of bags.
Introducing the Chanel 25 Bag
The Chanel family of bags reappears every season, and the anchor bags all fit a specific role. Some bags, including the Classic Flap, are structured and very ladylike. A modernized take on the Classic Flap can be seen with the Chanel 19. The 22 Bag wasn’t met with as much fanfare and positive reception as it is now, as the bag is very casual and lacks structure, but it also was a shape needed in the family of bags.
But the 25—well, it might be just what the Chanel aficionado was looking for. The Chanel 25 Bag combines classic elements, structure, and functionality with a laid-back, cool girl vibe. It is classified as a hobo, but it’s far chicer than the typical hobo shape we have come to expect.
Nothing about the bag is sloppy—it’s creative and crafty, from the chic drawstring chain pull that secures and pulls the bag tighter to the two pockets on either side that fit a cellphone.
Designing a bag that allows for many boxes to be checked proves more complicated than it seems, as a bag that is too usable sometimes becomes more utilitarian in appearance. But this bag gives us the right touch of everything, showing that the modern Chanel wearer possesses an effortless style.
Chanel 25 Colors, Sizes, and Variations
Official Release Date: March 14th, 2025
Sizes: Small (11.8 x 10.2 x 5.5 in), Medium (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9in), Large (16.5 x 14.2 x 5.9in)
Available Colors: Grained Calfskin: Black, White, Beige, Light Pink, Light Yellow, Light Green, Light Blue, Dark Blue, Burgundy, and Silver Metallic. Washed Denim: Blue and Black
Materials: Grained Calfskin (S/M/L) and Washed Denim (S/M/L)
Prices: $6,000 for the small, $6,400 for the medium, $6,900 for the large in leather. $5,500 for the small, $5,900 for the medium, $6,500 for the large in denim.
Additional Details of the Chanel 25 Bag
As this family of bags continues to expand and grow, we will see how popular it becomes with the already dedicated Chanel fanbase. With different sizes and materials, there will be options for everyone. You can also change the appearance of the bag based on how you close it or wear it, which again proves that the modern Chanel wearer has a new vibe and style.
Speaking of, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched this Dua Lipa clip for the Chanel 25 bag. Chanel has done no wrong here: the song, the bag, the video direction, the NYC backdrop. I am in love, and I am now a Chanel 25 girl.
So, they make a Loewe hammock bag and slapped a Chanel logo on it?
Yes!! I felt like that about the Chanel 22! Looked like the Stella McCartney Falabella bag!!
The second I saw the ad for it, my husband and I both said it looked like the Chanel version of the Hammock. Especially the Hammock with the drawstring sides.
It’s 10000 times better than the Hammock bag.
It’s really not.
I made a comment about this a couple of months ago when they did an article about Dua Lipa’s spread which featured it. With the very obvious design ‘borrowing’ here, it’s giving Michael Kors. Not impressed.
Totally giving Micheal Kors
Not a fan. Reminds me of a diaper bag.
Literally was about to type THIS.
Love this bag so much. I very much regret selling my similar Chanel Bucket bag from the early 90’s (for $750!!!) a few years ago. I must have been out of my mind, since these are now almost $7K. I think I would rather put my money towards something else – like a car – but wish I could.
The shape kind of reminds me of a takeout box. But I think it’s so smart/clever to have a side pocket for your phone. I like that detail.
Ditto on the side pocket for phone. Nice demo, Megs!
Reminds me of Hermes Lindy with different straps and pockets on the side.
lindy same for me… but, come to think of it ………..i like a lindy dressed up in chanel.,
I like the Black Denim….
Theres something I really like about the black denim for every day but I have so many options at that price point.
There’s something about the straps that’s giving bunny ears right before easter, which is working on me!
Obsessed with this!!!!!
I looove it!! Stunning! 🩷🩷🩷
I love it!
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No creativity
No innovation
No fun
They will send these to the influencers who will sell it on resale websites in a season
Influencers so not! all such monkey see monkey get. i hope its only worn my the elite!
Hideous
Hi When do you think I will be able to get one,??? Any ideas where to try
Does the strap go crossbody or shoulder only?
I heard the denim only comes in two sizes. Is this not accurate?
On my way to buy one! I love this bag!! Chanel is the best!
Well it is a good design but definitely looks like the Polene Beri Bag.
It literally looks nothing like the beri bag
Cool, so Chanel’s design team saw, liked and decided to copy Chloe’s camera bag from the year prior. I like it too (Chloe’s camera bag, not this.)
When I first saw photos of the 25 bag I wasn’t that impressed. Once I saw the bag in person, my opinion changed. I went ahead and got the small bag, which is plenty big enough for me! I must admit that I think Chanel has a new “it bag” and love mine!
Same thing happened to me. The photos didn’t give it justice. When I saw it in the store this afternoon, it was love at first sight! The design was well thought of. I absolutely love it!
Well … it has CC hardware, so there’s that. Looks like they’re aiming to appeal to a younger demographic (that has access to their parens’ credit cards, I guess). It’s a bit juvenile. (Or I’m a bit old and fusty. Entirely possible.)