all that and a bag of chips

Really something special

All that and a bag of chips describes someone or something impressive, attractive, or superior—with the "bag of chips" adding humorous emphasis to an already boastful claim.

The phrase emerged in 1990s American slang and is often used ironically to deflate vanity: She thinks she's all that and a bag of chips.

Sometimes shortened to just all that.

Related
  • greatLarge or excellent
  • fabulousExtraordinarily good or mythical
  • wonderfulExtremely good, inspiring delight
  • awesomeExtremely impressive or overwhelming
  • big dealImportant matter or occurrence

impressive · exceptional · outstanding · real deal · over-the-top · fantastic · remarkable · extraordinary · icing on the cake · incredible · cat's meow · the bomb · show-off · superb · crème de la crème · conceited · excellent · hot stuff

Opposites
self-regard/perceived impressiveness

all that and a bag of chipshumble

Unassuming about oneself

nothing special · modest · nobody · self-deprecating · plain Jane

social desirability/attractiveness

all that and a bag of chipsnothing to write home about

Unworthy of special mention

dime a dozen · forgettable · unremarkable · mediocre · lame

social status/coolness

all that and a bag of chipsloser

Defeated competitor

nobody · lame · uncool · dork · nerd

Family

all, that, bag, bags, bagged, bagging, baggage, chip, chips

Familiarity
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Profile
Mostly American · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G