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This vintage Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag in orange quilted patent leather with silver-tone hardware offers a bold statement for lunch dates, gallery visits or evening plans. In good condition, it features a chain and leather shoulder strap, pink leather lining with two internal slip pockets, and a turn-lock flap closure.
Outside Europe: 2-4 business days.
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In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that all return shipments to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Retain your shipping receipt and tracking number until the return is completed and your refund is processed. Return shipping costs will be covered by A Retro Tale, and we will provide you with a prepaid return label.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
We ship all orders from Sweden. Depending on your country’s import regulations, your order may be subject to customs duties, VAT, GST, or other local taxes upon arrival.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
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Q: What typically fits inside the Chanel Patent East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag? A: With its slim East West proportions and measurements of 27 × 14 × 4 cm, it is best for essentials such as a smartphone, a card holder or slim wallet, keys, lipstick and a few small daily items. Bulkier pieces will be a tight fit.
Q: Can this bag be worn on the shoulder or crossbody? A: It is designed primarily as a shoulder bag. The chain and leather strap has a 31 cm drop, which usually sits neatly on the shoulder, but it is not a typical crossbody length for most people.
Q: Does the interior have pockets? A: Yes. The bag is lined in pink leather and has two internal slip pockets for organising smaller essentials.
Q: What does East West mean, and when is this style best used? A: East West refers to the long, horizontal silhouette. It is a sleek day-to-evening shape that works especially well when you only need the essentials for lunches, events, dinners or evenings out.
Q: What does Chocolate Bar mean on this Chanel bag? A: Chocolate Bar refers to the distinctive square quilting pattern, which gives the bag a graphic, structured look often associated with Chanel pieces from the early 2000s.
Q: How should patent leather be cared for? A: Patent leather should be handled gently. Wipe it with a soft cloth, avoid overfilling, and keep it away from prolonged sunlight, moisture and dark fabrics that may cause colour transfer. For storage, keep it upright in its dust bag so the shape stays neat.
Q: What does the serial number tell me? A: The serial number begins with 6 and the product information dates the bag to 2000 - 2002. On vintage Chanel pieces, the serial number is useful for dating and authentication, but it should always be considered alongside the bag’s overall construction and details.
Q: How do you authenticate this bag? A: This bag has been checked and verified by A Retro Tale’s experts, who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. A well-established third-party authentication tool is also used as part of the verification process.
Q: What is included with this bag? A: According to the product information, it comes with a dust bag and serial number. If another item is not listed in the product information, it should not be assumed to be included.
Q: What is the condition of this bag? A: It is listed in good condition overall. The patent leather shows visible marks, the interior has light traces of use, and the hardware is shiny with light scratches.
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Chanel Patent East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag
Outside Europe: 2-4 business days.
RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that all return shipments to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Retain your shipping receipt and tracking number until the return is completed and your refund is processed. Return shipping costs will be covered by A Retro Tale, and we will provide you with a prepaid return label.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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This vintage Chanel East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag in orange quilted patent leather with silver-tone hardware offers a bold statement for lunch dates, gallery visits or evening plans. In good condition, it features a chain and leather shoulder strap, pink leather lining with two internal slip pockets, and a turn-lock flap closure.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits inside the Chanel Patent East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag? A: With its slim East West proportions and measurements of 27 × 14 × 4 cm, it is best for essentials such as a smartphone, a card holder or slim wallet, keys, lipstick and a few small daily items. Bulkier pieces will be a tight fit.
Q: Can this bag be worn on the shoulder or crossbody? A: It is designed primarily as a shoulder bag. The chain and leather strap has a 31 cm drop, which usually sits neatly on the shoulder, but it is not a typical crossbody length for most people.
Q: Does the interior have pockets? A: Yes. The bag is lined in pink leather and has two internal slip pockets for organising smaller essentials.
Q: What does East West mean, and when is this style best used? A: East West refers to the long, horizontal silhouette. It is a sleek day-to-evening shape that works especially well when you only need the essentials for lunches, events, dinners or evenings out.
Q: What does Chocolate Bar mean on this Chanel bag? A: Chocolate Bar refers to the distinctive square quilting pattern, which gives the bag a graphic, structured look often associated with Chanel pieces from the early 2000s.
Q: How should patent leather be cared for? A: Patent leather should be handled gently. Wipe it with a soft cloth, avoid overfilling, and keep it away from prolonged sunlight, moisture and dark fabrics that may cause colour transfer. For storage, keep it upright in its dust bag so the shape stays neat.
Q: What does the serial number tell me? A: The serial number begins with 6 and the product information dates the bag to 2000 - 2002. On vintage Chanel pieces, the serial number is useful for dating and authentication, but it should always be considered alongside the bag’s overall construction and details.
Q: How do you authenticate this bag? A: This bag has been checked and verified by A Retro Tale’s experts, who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. A well-established third-party authentication tool is also used as part of the verification process.
Q: What is included with this bag? A: According to the product information, it comes with a dust bag and serial number. If another item is not listed in the product information, it should not be assumed to be included.
Q: What is the condition of this bag? A: It is listed in good condition overall. The patent leather shows visible marks, the interior has light traces of use, and the hardware is shiny with light scratches.
SHIPPING TO THE US
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
We ship all orders from Sweden. Depending on your country’s import regulations, your order may be subject to customs duties, VAT, GST, or other local taxes upon arrival.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via UPS with the following delivery time:
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A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
Vintage Chanel Patent East West Chocolate Bar Flap Bag - 873-36188
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• Orange quilted patent leather
• Silver-tone hardware
• Chain and leather shoulder strap
• Pink leather lining with two internal slip pockets
• Turn-lock flap closure
• Vintage
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Free shipping & returns to the U.S.
Export deal 15% off sitewide
Delivered with
dust bag, serial number
Made in
Serial number:
6****** 2000 - 2002
Product number:
873-36188
The authenticity of this bag has been checked and verified by our experts who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. We also use a well established 3rd party authentication tool to verify our bags.
