Added 14 days ago

Condition

Very Good

Color

Black

Material

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Category

Handbags

A substantial gold-tone padlock secures the front flap, set against black pebbled leather with a subtle sheen and rounded corners. Below the clasp, a matching gold-tone key and silver-tone zipper catch the light, drawing the eye to the bifold silhouette. The edges show only slight softening at the corners—a sign of use, but the structure remains crisp. This piece belongs to Chloé’s Paddington line, launched under Phoebe Philo in 2005. The oversized padlock hardware was the hallmark of the era—a detail that became instantly recognizable when the first Paddington bags sold out before even reaching the store shelves. The engraved serif “Chloé” on the padlock marks this as one of the original designs from the mid-2000s, at the height of the house’s bohemian phase. Inside, black leather lines two main compartments and a series of card slots. The zip pocket is clean and functional, featuring a silver-tone pull. No branding appears beyond the hardware—the Paddington’s appeal has always lain in the details, not the display. Model: Paddington Era: c. 2005–2006 (Phoebe Philo era; dating based on signature padlock hardware and construction details) Condition: Very Good — light surface wear on the corners Material: Black pebbled leather with gold-tone and silver-tone hardware Color: Black exterior and interior; gold-tone padlock and key; silver-tone zipper Dimensions: 19.5 × 11 cm Serial: 013847 Made in: France