This specific model, commonly referred to as the “226” (the classic medium size), is crafted from black aged calfskin leather. The material is deliberately crinkled to provide a vintage, “lived-in” aesthetic that mirrors the original 1955 design by Gabrielle Chanel. It features the collection’s hallmark diamond quilting, a signature House code inspired by the equestrian world. The signature design element is the “Mademoiselle” turnlock closure, a rectangular clasp that pays homage to the fact that Coco Chanel never married.
A symbol of elegance and historical significance, the 2.55 handbag was the first to feature a shoulder strap—an all-metal “bijoux” chain inspired by the keychains used by caretakers at the orphanage of Gabrielle Chanel’s childhood. The bag maintains its historic double flap construction, revealing a signature burgundy leather lining and a hidden “love letter” zip pocket inside the front flap. The combination of distressed leather and timeless metal hardware—available in either aged gold-tone or ruthenium-finish—makes it a definitive piece for collectors who value heritage and understated Parisian allure.
Product Details
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Material: Aged Calfskin & Gold-Tone (or Ruthenium-Finish) Metal.
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Color: Black.
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Hardware: Typically featured with aged gold-tone or ruthenium-finish metal.
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Collection: The Emblematics (Available in Spring-Summer 2026 Pre-collection).
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Dimensions: Approximately 19.5 × 28 × 7.5 cm (7.7 × 11 × 3 inches).
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