Chanel is constantly churning out new bags, many of them being new takes on classic bags for the house. The Chanel Boy Bag quickly turned into a staple for the brand, with many opting for a version of the Boy Bag over the Classic Flap (I know I am more of a Boy Bag lover than Flap at the moment). While there is rendition after rendition, sometimes a specific version stands out.

While I thought this bag was introduced for Chanel’s Metiers d’Art Paris in Rome 2016 collection, the Chanel Boy Bag with Handle grabbed everyone’s attention a year ago from Chanel’s Metiers d’Art 2015 Paris-Salzburg collection. The Boy Bag has always had a a chain shoulder strap, that can be doubled to make the bag shorter if you choose, but I wanted to take a closer look at the top handle addition. I love the inclusion of the handle, it gives this bag a sophisticated touch but remains super cool and casual at the same time. I’ve also been told the Boy Bag with Handle’s shoulder strap is 6 inches longer which gives you the ability to truly wear this bag crossbody, which many wish their Boy Bag would allow as well.

I reached out to Chanel to see if the Boy Bag with Handle would be made a permanent part of the collection and were told that they do not have further information at this time if this bag will be offered in future collections. If you love this bag, it was bought in 3 sizes and currently available at Chanel boutiques worldwide.

What do you think about the Chanel Boy Bag with Handle?

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C
C
6 years ago

It looks very busy with the addition of the top handle. A bit heavy and clunky too. I’ve always thought that even the most basic unadorned Boy Bag leaned towards being ornate, and the top-handled newcomer looks like it has a lot going on. But I do think a bag like this photographs better when held by a top handle, and it’ll be interesting to see how Chanel adorns the new real estate.

Passerine
Passerine
6 years ago
Reply to  C

I agree it does look kind of busy, as you said, with the top handle — in the small size. IMO, the balance would be better in a larger size.

Megs Mahoney Dusil
6 years ago
Reply to  C

Ya, I’d love to see a sample and be able to photograph it and see how that looks versus the original Boy design.

Kora Lang
Kora Lang
6 years ago

Two of my boy. It just give you another feeling. With the handle, it gives you more strong women look, elegant and more way to carry it. I am so happy i bought it.

Lisa
Lisa
6 years ago

Not loving the top handle, which seems too busy for a small bag, but I prefer my bags to be either hand-carry or shoulder/crossbody rather than a hybrid. Would probably look better carried with the strap hanging down but I still prefer the original design.

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6 years ago
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6 years ago
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Kelly
Kelly
6 years ago

Chanel already did the top handle Boy for their Me?tiers d’Art Paris-Salzburg 2015 Collection. I own one and it’s very practical. I love the look of carrying with top handle with chains dangling.

Oksana
Oksana
6 years ago
Reply to  Kelly

Agree as well. I have one in dark blue from 2015 and love it. I can wear it in several ways.

JY
JY
6 years ago
Reply to  Kelly

Agree, I have got one from the 2015 collection. I think it was better with different colors combination.

Megs Mahoney Dusil
6 years ago
Reply to  Kelly

Have a pic to share of it? I did see someone else say that as well, but I was reporting what Chanel told us

Kora Lang
Kora Lang
6 years ago

If you love the Boy bag,it is the best boy bag ever. Even my husband,who are not interesting in a bag,said He like it a lot ??

Anastasia T
Anastasia T
6 years ago
Reply to  Ting

Well, thats embarrassing.. Lol

Megs Mahoney Dusil
6 years ago
Reply to  Anastasia T

Can I blame pregnancy brain?! I’ll update the post!

Lana
Lana
6 years ago

Loving the handle! Now if they can lengthen the strap so I can wear it crossbody…

Ting
Ting
6 years ago
Reply to  Lana

these bags with the handle are actually 6″ longer than the normal boys. which was putting me off from getting one initiall. this one crossbodies perfectly

Gigi
Gigi
6 years ago

Beautiful!

Yoshi1296
Yoshi1296
6 years ago

Wasn’t the Handle Boy always around since the Salzburg collection? The colors from that collection were my favorite.

Megs Mahoney Dusil
6 years ago
Reply to  Yoshi1296

Yes, I do believe so now that you mention it!

FashionableLena
FashionableLena
6 years ago

I’ve seen a number of Youtubers with this bag from a year ago. This design isn’t new. Off the top of my head, LisaLisaD1 had one with gold hardware.

Megs Mahoney Dusil
6 years ago

I did see that – but I’m just reporting what Chanel shared. I believe it was shown and sold one other season (a year ago), hence it’s been seen

TheModMazza
TheModMazza
6 years ago

Ummm…. pretty sure the Boy with Top Handle, has been around for a while.

Megs Mahoney Dusil
6 years ago
Reply to  TheModMazza

You’re right!

Justice J. Srisuk
Justice J. Srisuk
6 years ago

I like the handle but I especially appreciate the corresponding chain detailing on the edge of the front flap that matches the chain embellishment on the handle.

It makes it look “tough”. (Well, as tough as a Chanel® bag can look, I guess!) I’m a man and this new, be-handled Boy Bag is almost masculine enough that I could carry it without too many sideways glances!

TxnGal
TxnGal
6 years ago

The chain is longer on the top handle boy bag by about 6″ (I have 3 – black, blue and camel). I am taller and the old medium boy chain is too short for me to wear crossbody. So, I love this style because it works for my height! Also, when you are reaching to grab your bag quickly – in your car, off the floor, off a desk, etc, the top handle is a nice touch.

Ting
Ting
6 years ago
Reply to  TxnGal

agreed! its great when your getting out of your car or feel its going to bump against something.

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