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The Ultimate Bag Guide: The Chanel Boy Bag

It would usually be hyperbolic to call a handbag an “instant classic,” but that’s exactly what the Chanel Boy Bag seems like. Since its Spring 2012 debut, the Boy has become as sought-after as the brand’s other famous flaps, mostly by using a similar formula to the originals: versatile flap shoulder bag structure + distinctive lock = handbag magic.

The Chanel Boy Bag debuted at exactly the right time; young shoppers had taken an interest in the brand, but most of its signature bags skewed toward older shoppers with more formal wardrobes and personal styles. The Boy, with its more casual feel and array of seasonal variations, was the perfect design to bridge the gap while staying true to numerous Chanel signatures. The bag may only be in its fourth year of existence, but it feels like it’s been part of the handbag landscape forever.

Oh, and another fun fact before we dive in to the sizes, prices and comparisons: the Boy was named after Boy Capel, the love of Coco Chanel’s life.

The Chanel Boy Bag

Year Created: 2012
Sizes Currently Available: Small, Medium, New Medium and Large Shoulder Bags, Clutch, Shopping Tote
Availability: Chanel Boutiques and Leased Departments Only; Some Versions May Require a Wait List

Sizes

Chanel Boy Bag – Small

7.9″ W x 4.7″ H x 3.1″ D
Leather Prices Start at $4,300 for Quilted Calfskin

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Chanel Boy Bag – Medium

9.8″ W x 5.9″ H x 3.5″ D
Leather Prices Start at $4,700 for Quilted Calfskin

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Chanel Boy Bag – New Medium

11″ W x 7″ H x 3.5″ D
Prices Start at $5,200 for Quilted Calfskin

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Chanel Boy Bag – Large

11.8″ W x 8.3″ H x 3.9″ D
Leather Prices Start at $5,500 for Quilted Calfskin
Image via The Real Real
Image via The Real Real

Chanel Boy Bag – Shopping Tote

14.2″ W x 9.8″ H x 6.7″ D
Leather Prices Start at $5,000 for Quilted Calfskin

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Chanel Boy Bag – Clutch

10.6″ W x 5.3″ H x 2.4″ D
Leather Prices Start at $3,600 for Smooth Calfskin

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Common Leathers and Materials

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Hardware Colors and Finishes

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Alternate Views

Image via Elite Couture London
Image via Elite Couture London

Size Comparisons

Model Images via The Real Real
Model Images via The Real Real
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