The Métiers d’Art 2024/25 collection delivers plenty of big glamour, but not every standout bag comes with a five-figure price tag. Tucked between the generous totes, Classic 11.12 handbags, and runway-ready minaudières are smaller, wearable styles that still bring the detail, texture, and charm Chanel is known for, without the high-stakes splurge.

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From vintage-inspired drawstrings to velvety minis and sculptural clutches, these six styles— fully fledged bags and larger small leather goods – prove that timeless style and expert craftsmanship can still come in under budget. Whether you’re building your first collection or adding a versatile new favorite, here are the Chanel bags under $6K worth watching this season.

Drawstring Bag - $6,100

Not quite under the $6K mark, but certainly too good to leave out, Chanel’s new Drawstring Bag blends vintage attitude with contemporary ease. Crafted from soft lambskin with full all-over quilting, this piece draws inspiration from archival ‘80s and ‘90s styles. It features a chain drawstring closure and a slim leather strap that adjusts for multiple carry options.

At 8.3 × 7.1 × 3 inches, it’s compact yet roomy enough for essentials. Gold-tone sphere-tipped tassels add a playful, retro finish. Available in burnished metallic tones like Dark Gold and Dark Brown, this bag is ideal for those who love vintage styling with an elevated edge. The Drawstring Bag retails for $6,100.

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Satin Pouch - $5,700

Some of the roomiest styles in the Métiers d’Art 25A lineup aren’t leather at all. Chanel’s new Satin Pouch Bags deliver a softly structured silhouette in quilted satin, giving them a padded, pillow-like feel. Oversized diamond quilting and chain shoulder straps keep the look classic, while the satin fabrication keeps the price under $6K.

The standard size (7.9 × 12.2 × 0.8 inches) retails for $5,100 and is available in Black and Ecru. For even more space, the Large version (11 × 15.7 × 0.8 inches) comes in Black and Light Green, and is priced at $5,700. Both versions can be worn on the shoulder or carried as a clutch.

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Cuff Bag - $5,300

A standout of the Métiers d’Art 25A lineup, the new Cuff Bag is a sculptural beauty with a soft, rounded shape inspired by the humble fortune cookie. Measuring 4.3 × 9.1 × 5.5 inches, this zip-top bag is crafted from shiny lambskin and features oversized quilting for added texture. Its unique fold-over flap, secured with a chain-linked CC turn-lock, doubles as a top handle—equal parts practical and fashion-forward.

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The detachable chain strap gives it versatile styling potential, whether worn crossbody, on the shoulder, or carried by hand. Available in Black, White, Gold, and Light Yellow, each version is finished with gold-tone hardware. The Cuff Bag retails for $5,300.

Mini Bowling Bag - $4,900

Chanel scales down the Bowling Bag for a more wearable take on sporty chic. Crafted from plush quilted velvet with smooth calfskin trim, this mini version measures 4.5 × 7.9 × 3.3 inches. A curved top handle gives it a ladylike polish, while a zip-top closure ensures your essentials stay secure. The shape nods to classic bowling silhouettes, but in a softer, more compact format.

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Available in Black, Dark Brown, and Burgundy velvet – all paired with aged gold-tone hardware, the Mini Bowling Bag will effortlessly transition beyond Summer. The Mini Bowling Bag in velvet retails for $4,900 in velvet.

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Clutch with Chain - $3,675

From the Métiers d’Art two-tone lineup comes a style that channels the vibes of the Louis Vuitton Alma, with serious CC charm. This Clutch with Chain is crafted from a combination of beige suede calfskin and glossy black lambskin in a vertical, bowling-inspired silhouette. Measuring 7.1 × 6.7 × 2.4 inches, it features both top handles and a chain shoulder strap for hybrid styling. A zip-top closure secures the main compartment, while the quilted panel features an exterior slip pocket fastened with a CC tab.

Carry it by the handles for a retro touch, or wear it crossbody for hands-free ease. Available in a Black a Beige combo or full Black lambskin, the Clutch with Chain retails for $3,675.

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Shell Bag - $3,425

Chanel dives into coastal chic with this whimsical Clutch with Chain, shaped like a polished clamshell. Crafted from smooth, shiny lambskin and edged with gold-tone metal hardware, this minaudière-style piece is small but statement-making. Measuring just 2.9 × 3.1 × 1.3 inches, it’s finished with a hinged CC clasp and opens to reveal a mirror inside – ready for on-the-go touch-ups.

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Though petite, the Shell Bag can be styled crossbody with its chain strap, paired with larger bags as it was on the runway, or clutch it in hand. Available exclusively in Black, the Clutch with Chain bag retails for $3,425.