The smooth calfskin has a slight glossy look to it, which is accentuated by the ruthenium chunky chain-link strap and plated CC lock that features on this handbag. The grey fabric-lined interior features zipper and patch pockets.

A patent effect is just one of the finishes that Chanel’s calfskin leather comes in. The hot pink shade of this Chanel mini rectangular flap bag displays the high gloss shine that patent calfskin leather gives.

This patent leather is smooth to the touch and looks just incredible when it catches the light, emphasized by the traditional Chanel quilting. A silver, leather-threaded, chain-link strap and CC turn-lock are the perfect finishing touches on this gorgeous handbag.

3. goatskin

There are actually very few Chanel accessories that are available in goatskin, one of which are the Chanel 19 flap bags. Chanel appears to change up which of their luxury handbags are available in goatskin, so you may find one of your favorite flap bags or belt bags are available in goat skin leather at a different time.

The shine of the goatskin leather is shown in the oversized quilting of the Chanel 19 flap bags. Both of the bags pictured are actually medium size but in different shades – showing the rich and luxurious nature of goatskin leather.

The defining features of Chanel 19 bags are the mixture of different chain straps and metals. Both bags feature different size chain link straps in aged-gold, ruthenium, and dark silver, while delicate gold chain links form the iconic CC logo on the front of the bag – just stunning!

Conclusion

All three of these leathers are fantastic for multiple different reasons.

The lambskin is great if you are looking for something luxurious and you don’t mind a more high maintenance leather. Calfskin is perfect if you are looking for a bag with a more unusual finish, such as matte, patent or metallic, or if you want some luxury but without all the maintenance of lambskin leather.