8" x 9", 9" shoulder drop Notes from the Curator The Chanel Chocolate Bar Accordion Flap belongs to a family of bags distinguished by their square quilted pattern—named for its resemblance to segmented confectionery bars—and this beige lambskin example in gold hardware represents a coveted variant within that discontinued line. The Accordion flap design was produced primarily between 2002 and 2003 under Karl Lagerfeld's tenure, with some examples appearing through 2004–2005, and the accordion style takes its name from its expandable three-compartment body that allows the bag to flatten or expand depending on what the wearer carries. The threaded chain strap is one of Chanel's signature elements, echoing the interlocking leather-and-chain straps that Lagerfeld made iconic on Classic Flaps but here appearing in a shorter drop suited to shoulder or crossbody carry. Certain Chocolate Bar versions feature a contrasting border that lines the front flap, adding a layer of refinement to the boxy quilting, and this warm beige lambskin in gold-tone hardware is notably rarer than the house's ubiquitous black-and-silver configurations. Production of many Chocolate Bar models ceased by 2011, making early-2000s examples increasingly sought-after among collectors who prize Lagerfeld-era whimsy before the brand redirected focus to the timeless Classic Flap hierarchy.