Chloe Marcie Bag Review 

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Read everything you need to know about Chloe’s Marcie handbag including its pros & cons, sizes, what firs inside and much more.

When you think about It Bags, you probably imagine the Louis Vuitton Coussin or the Chanel Double Flap. But have you thought about adding Chloe’s Marcie bag to that list? 

Keep reading to find out all the deets about this popular style. 

About Chloe 

Gaby Aghion founded Chloe as a ready-to-wear brand in 1952. Since then, notable designers like Karl Lagerfeld and Stella McCartney have taken turns in the Creative Director role. 

One Creative Director, Phoebe Philo, was responsible for launching the brand’s leatherware collection. Her incredibly popular Paddington bag was released in 2005. The success of this style helped cement Chloe as a major player in the luxury bag space. 

Since then, the brand has released a number of other successful bags, including the Silverado and the Alice. 

Chloe Marcie History 

British designer Hannah McGibbon created the Marcie bag for Chloe in 2009. Like many of her creations, the Marcie was designed to be “understated, sensitive, and real.” 

Thanks to McGibbon’s sharp eye, the Marcie was an instant hit with celebrities and consumers alike. 

Even now, more than 10 years later, the Marcie is one of the brand’s most popular styles. What’s more, Chloe has released a number of seasonal and special edition versions of the bag, ensuring that it stays current. 

Chloe Marcie Description 

The Chloe Marcie is a casual saddle bag heavily inspired by equestrianism and 70s bohemia. 

Recognizable features include the large, saddle-shaped front flap, two braided top handles (on the Double Carry style), a curved shape, piped leather detailing, and heavy brass hardware. 

Additional features include a detachable shoulder strap for crossbody or shoulder carrying and an opera ticket pocket tucked underneath the front flap. 

Inside the bag, there’s one zippered pocket and one open pocket. 

In addition to the classic saddle bag, Chloe has repurposed the main design features for hobo bags, satchels, and wallets. 

Chloe Marcie Sizes 

Marcie comes in a variety of sizes and variations including the Belt Bag, the Basket, the Tote, and more. 

For the purposes of this article, we’ll be looking at two of the most popular styles, the Marcie Saddle Bag and the Marcie Double Carry. 

See the table below for the exact dimensions of each style. 

Chloe Style	Dimensions (inches)	Dimensions (centimeters)
Marcie Nano Saddle Bag	5.5” x 4.3” x 2.4”	14 cm x 11 cm x 6 cm
Marcie Small Saddle Bag	7.1” x 6.7” x 3.9”	18 cm x 17 cm x 10 cm
Marcie Medium Saddle Bag	13” x 9” x 4.3”	33 cm x 23 cm x 11 cm
Marcie Mini Double Carry	8.3” x 6.3” x 3.1”	21 cm x 16 cm x 8 cm
Marcie Small Double Carry	11.8” x 9” x 3.5”	30 cm x 23 cm x 9 cm
Marcie Double Carry	14.2” x 11” x 4.7”	36 cm x 28 cm x 12 cm
Marcie Large Double Carry	16.9” x 14.2” x 5.1”	43 cm x 36 cm x 13 cm

What Fits Inside the Chloe Marcie?

Marcie Nano Saddle: The Nano can only accommodate the bare essentials: a couple of cards, some cash, lipstick, and keys is all you can expect to fit. It’s not big enough to fit a phone. 

Marcie Small Saddle: This size is large enough to fit essentials like a phone, keys, a couple of makeup products, and a small card holder. 

Marcie Medium Saddle: Can fit a large wallet, keys, phone, several chargers, sunglasses, and makeup products with room to spare. 

Marcie Mini Double Carry: Slightly larger than the small Saddle Bag, so you can fit all of your essentials with a bit of room left over.  

Marcie Small Double Carry: Fits a wallet, a phone, several makeup/personal care products, sunglasses, and keys. 

Marcie Double Carry: Large enough to fit documents, a wallet, a phone, and several makeup products.

Marcie Large Double Carry: Can fit electronics like an eReader, tablet, or small laptop, in addition to everyday essentials.

Chloe Marcie Materials and Colors 

Grained calfskin is the most common material Chloe uses in its Marcie bags. 

More specifically, it uses semi-aniline leather. This type of leather is only slightly pigmented, meaning that the natural leather grain and hair pores must remain free from dyes. 

Not only does this process preserve the natural character of the leather, but it also creates an incredibly durable product that tends to look better with age. 

Some special edition bags are made out of other materials like suede or raffia. In addition, some models feature details like metal studs or blanket stitches. 

The interior of the Marcie is lined with either linen or cotton, depending on the model. 

There’s no shortage of colors when it comes to the Marcie. Neutral colors like black, white, tan, and brown as always available, while each season brings a variety of shades ranging from light green to smoky red. 

Chloe Marcie Prices 

Chloe Style	Price (USD)	Price (Euros)
Marcie Nano Saddle Bag	$750	€575
Marcie Small Saddle Bag	$1,350	€990
Marcie Medium Saddle Bag	$1,890	€1,490
Marcie Mini Double Carry	$1,890	€1,450
Marcie Small Double Carry	$1,990	€1,590
Marcie Double Carry	$2,490	€1,750
Marcie Large Double Carry	$5,050	€3,900

Chloe Marcie Outfits & Inspiration

Pros and Cons of the Chloe Marcie

Pros: 

• Flattens completely, making it easy to store or pack for travel
• Well-constructed and holds up well over time 
• Holds its value well on the resale market 
• Affordable for a designer piece 
• The top zipper unlatches to accommodate larger items 
• Can be carried several different ways

Cons: 

• Not very deep 
• Casual style may not work as a work or winter bag 
• Larger sizes can be quite heavy 
• Zipper’s design makes it hard to close the bag
• Shoulder strap is thin in relation to the weight of the bag

Where can I buy the Chloe Marcie?

You can purchase a Chloe Marcie online directly from Chloe.com as well as at the numerous online stockists such as Net-a-Porter, MyTheresa, Nordstrom & Matches Fashion.

You can buy a Marcie in person if you have a Chloe boutique nearby or a large department store that stocks Chloe (such as Nordstrom).

If you’re looking to grab a bargain, check out the pre-loved market – sites like Fashionphile, Rebag or eBay have plenty of second-hand Marcies at great prices.

Is the Chloe Marcie Worth Buying?

We’re fans of the well-constructed, trendy (but not too trendy) Marcie bag. Given the craftsmanship and the materials used, this is definitely a bag that will hold up well over time. 

What’s more, the Marcie comes in a range of colors and sizes, meaning you’ll have no trouble finding a variation of this bag to suit your lifestyle. 

If you’re okay with buying preloved, we recommend you look at websites like Fashionphile, Rebag or eBay as you can save more than half off retail for some Marcie models.

All of that said, the only model we don’t recommend is the Nano. While it’s adorable, it’s simply not big enough to fit even basic essentials.