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Keep your eyes peeled for an up-and-coming trend that’s shaping the season. Elongated handles are defining a new city rhythm, as Chanel’s spring-summer 2026 pre-collection proves. Instead of being tightly tucked, bags now swing and sway with effortless nonchalance. The shift feels relaxed, fluid and quietly modern.
At the same time, exaggerated handles move beyond pure practicality. They also transform how a bag looks and feels. The elongated line flatters the figure while injecting a cool, contemporary edge to any outfit. Anchoring this direction are two star pieces that Chanel has officially launched in Singapore.
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Both the Small Flap Bag and the Small Bowling Bag stay true to their compact roots. But their dramatically lengthened handles make all the difference. This new proportion sits comfortably over the shoulder and pairs easily with shirts, cardigans and coats. Still, for a classic touch, you can carry them by hand, as the spring-summer 2026 pre-collection lookbook depicts.
Crafted from grained shiny calfskin, these bags are as durable as they are stylish. The high-gloss finish catches the light with every step, adding a hint of glamour to the rigid silhouettes. Jennie, the ‘Human Chanel’, also sported Small Flap Bag over a crisp white shirt and pair of jeans. Her influence makes the long-handled look instantly covetable amongst fashion insiders and K-pop fans alike.
Size-wise, the Small Flap Bag measures 22 cm by 15 cm, its rectangular shape echoing Chanel’s Classic Flap. Meanwhile, the Small Bowling Bag, which comes in at 20.5 cm by 10 cm, resembles a cylindrical case. Both are priced at SGD7130 and arrive in Dark Blue, Dark Beige and Light Green, all easy hues that wear well from day to night.
