Chanel Brooches
Fashion legend Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s sole fine jewelry collection included some of the most exciting and original works ever made — she loved costume jewelry but simply couldn’t resist designing with diamonds. Today, whether or not a given design happens to bear the house’s iconic logo, vintage Chanel bracelets, pendant necklaces, earrings and other accessories lend a bold touch to any ensemble.
Chanel established her business as a Paris hat shop in 1910 and started selling clothing in 1913. She introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.”
Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.
The lyrical and bold Chanel designs centered on five motifs: fringe, ribbons, feathers, the sun and stars. A dramatic diamond fringe headpiece was worn over the brow, while a fringe bracelet draped down the palm. A ribbon was tied in a bow at the front of a necklace and the top of a headband. These textile motifs linked the collection to the couturier’s clothes.
Even as rave reviews flowed in from the members of the press who attended the collection’s single showing, the International Diamond Corporation caved to the demands of the men in the French jewelry industry who forcefully expressed their firm belief that a fashion designer, and a female one at that, didn’t have the talent to make important jewels. At the same time, they were worried that Chanel’s diamond necklaces, brooches, bracelets and other creations would compete with their collections and cut into their profits. The pieces were broken up after the exhibition, and a planned London showing was canceled.
Afterward, Chanel never designed another diamond jewelry collection. Instead, she focused on costume and the demi-fine pieces she made in collaboration with Fulco di Verdura, when he worked at Chanel during the 1930s.
In 1993, the House of Chanel revived its fine jewelry business. Over the years, it has made near-exact renditions of the 1932 designs and imagined new silhouettes incorporating the original five motifs, as well as other themes beloved by Chanel, such as the lion, representing her Leo zodiac sign, and camellia flowers.
Find a range of vintage Chanel earrings, watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Chanel
Chanel Blue Silk Tie Dye Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel Blue Silk Tie Dye Camellia Brooch with silver-tone hardware.
59244MSC
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
1995 Chanel Golden Double C Center Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Golden Double C Center Brooch
- Good condition, has traces of wear appeared with time
- Chanel golden brooch, double C in the center
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver-Tone Metal CC Paris Round Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel Silver-tone Metal CC Paris Round Brooch features interlocking CC logo at the center and silver-tone hardware.
54074MSC
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Mirror Gold Tone Brooch (2005)
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Please note the last 3 pictures are under different lighting than the first photos. This is to see the faint scratches.
COLOR: Gold tone
MATERIAL: Metal
MARKINGS: CHANEL, 2005, Made...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Pink Yellow Cross CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel cluster brooch with resin and crystal ornaments in pink and yellow, with CC logo, silver-tone hardware
58229MSC
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Supermarket collection tweed Camellia brooch 2014
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Chanel Supermarket collection brooch. A huge Camellia is worked in tweed with neon pink, orange, and yellow pops. Finished with a cluster of grey ...
Category
2010s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Red and Yellow Ruthenium Crystal CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
This elegant Chanel brooch features a stunning array of red, yellow, white crystals, the CHANEL logo in stylized lettering and safety pin closure.
60285MSC
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Leather Chain Perfume Lion Camellia Clover Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1994 Vintage Chanel gold toned chain brooch featuring eight iconic motifs including clover, camellia, lion, No.5, perfume bottle etc interlaced with black leather. Stamped 94A made ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Gripoix Oval Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned textured oval brooch embellished with MAISON GRIPOIX glass cabochons and faux pearls.
Embossed CHANEL DEPOSE 118.
Indicative measurements : width approx. ...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL CC Gold Braided Chain Link Turnlock Brooch Pin
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition
From 1997 Collection
Metal
Gold Tone
Diameter 1.5"
100% Authenticity Guaranteed
Category
Late 20th Century Chanel Brooches
Chanel Champagne Gold Leather CC Pin NIB
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel brand new champagne gold chain logo pin with black woven leather.
Collection 2022 V. Original pouch, Box and ribbon.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
chanel quatrefoil style crystal logo brooch 2009 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A mesmerizingly sparkly Chanel crystal brooch. Featuring large cushion cut glass crystals surrounding a central crystal topped with the iconic in...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Brooches
CHANEL gold-tone metal & GLASS BEADS 2017 17A COSMOPOLITE KEYS Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2017 Metiers d'Art Cosmopolite keys brooch in light gold-tone metal embellished with, blue, nude, taupe and beige stones a dangling faux pearl, small faux pearls and rhinestones. Has been worn and is in excellent condition.
Measurements
Model Chanel17A...
Category
2010s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Multi Stone and Tweed Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Multi Stone and Tweed Pin is in very good condition. Five stones in different shapes and colors are situated around a central tweed pattern...
Category
Early 2000s European Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Mirror Gold Tone Brooch (2005)
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
COLOR: Gold tone
MATERIAL: Metal
MARKINGS: CHANEL, 2005, Made in France
MEASURES: H 2.3” x L 2.3”
COMES WITH: Chanel box
CONDITION: Good, slight discolouration around edges. Faint sc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Ruthenium Crystal Perfume Bottle CC Brooch, 2017
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD ruthenium perfume bottle brooch embellished with aurora borealis crystals and CC logo at the center.
Laser mark CHANEL ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Light Gold Toned Jewelled CC Logo Brooch, Spring 2017
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD light gold toned CC logo brooch embellished with holographic resin baguettes and blue crystals.
Embossed CHANEL 17 P Made in F...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Black Leather CC Charm Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Leather CC Charm Brooch is in pristine condition. Interwoven black leather and gold chain large interlocking CC pin with four...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Brooches
Chanel Mirror pin with small rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Fun in design this 2004 pin is in the style of a miniature vanity mirror. Made from tortoiseshell and set with small red and clear rhinestones this much-preloved piece will turn your...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Very Rare Chanel Vintage 95P Gripoix Heart Brooch 65827
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store SKU: 65827
Very Rare Chanel Vintage 95P Gripoix Heart Brooch from 1995 Spring.
Green, red and orange gripoix colored poured glass and center h...
Category
1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Swirling Rope and Pearl Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold Swirling Rope and Pearl Pin is in mint vintage condition from the 1970’s. Three faux pearls are surrounded by gold tone s...
Category
1970s European Vintage Chanel Brooches
Vintage Chanel Black Enamel Employee Pin 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Chanel Enamel Employee Pin. Crafted in black enamel punctuated with the iconic brand name CHANEL.
Vintage Condition: Very good without damage or noteworthy wear.
Materials:...
Category
1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Corsage Brooch Features Camellia Flower in Black Calfskin Leather
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel Corsage brooch features Camellia flower in black Calfskin leather, silver-tone dangling chains and safety pin closure.
58987MSC
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Polylobe CC Logo Brooch, Fall 1995
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned polylobe brooch embossed CHANEL all-over and featuring a CC logo at the center.
From the Fall/Winter 1995 Collection.
Embossed CHANEL 95A MADE IN FRANCE.
...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Brooch Gripoix designed by Victoire de Castelane
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Massive Gripoix brooch design by Victoire de Castelane in 1990. Cross in gold plate, melted glass . Stamp on the back Chanel.
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
1993 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Floral Textured CC Chain Brooch 93A
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1993 CHANEL gold toned chain in floral textured intertwined CC motif. Stamped 93A made in France. Measures approximately 5.1 x 3.6 cm. Comes with box.
Condition: Minor marks on the...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL CC Cushion Gold Metal Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition
From 1990's Collection
Metal
Gold Tone
Pin Closure
Measures 1.5" W x 1.25" H
100% Authenticity Guaranteedby NEWFOUND LUXURY
Category
Late 20th Century Chanel Brooches
Chanel Collection 23 Gripoix Brooch Victoire de Castellane c1980s Yellow Tone
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel Gripoix brooch (circa 1980s) set with red stones.
Red Gripoix red glass is set into the ornate large 2-inch brooch. From ...
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris Brooch. A black and gold circular brooch with the Chanel CC in the center.
Chanel stamp in the reverse.
Made in Franc...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold Tone Plated Turn Lock Large Big Key Chain, 1996
By Chanel
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel
Reference: JW321
Measurement of Logo: 2.9cm x 3.7cm
Length of Key Chain: 11.5cm
Material: Gilt Metal
Year: 1996
Made in France
Please Note: the jewelries are guarante...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal, Gold
Chanel BLACK SATIN VINTAGE RIBBON PIN
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel BLACK SATIN VINTAGE RIBBON PIN
CONDITION NOTES
The exterior is in very good condition with minimal signs of use.
The hardware is in very good condit...
Category
1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel 2005 Amethyst & Pearl Brooch or Pendant
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Massive Chanel pin or necklace with four huge, polished, amethyst stones arranged in a starburst or cross arrangement. Gripoix poured glass and crystal stones into the amethyst's cor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate
Chanel BNIB Silver CC Logo Round Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel brand new silver tone round cc logo pin. Collection cruise 2022. Comes with original dust cover , box and ribbon.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver
Chanel 2005 Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel 2005 brooch
Very good condition show some light signs of use and wear but nothing visible. A beautiful broch with a lot of details. A doucle C on o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver
Chanel Vintage 1997 Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel brooch from the 1997 gold plated. In wonderful vintage condition, with a large CC in the center and a plethora of round and square shapes surrounding it. Signed Chanel on the ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Chanel Coral Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Unusual and scarce Coco Chanel double camellia brooch, exquisitely handcrafted out of coral and emerald green "pate de verre" by Gripoix. The emblematic brooch exudes French craft...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Spelling C O C O Pearl and Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned spelling C O C O brooch embellished with faux pearls and clear crystals.
Embossed CHANEL 01A Made in France.
Indicative measurements : length approx. 5.6 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Byzantine Crystal & Poured Glass CC Brooch 2005
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A beautiful Chanel Crystal Brooch from 2005.Designed in a Byzantine style. Featuring four large green faceted crystals interspersed with an equal...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Brooches
Vintage Chanel CC Logo Rope Brooch 1989
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Chanel CC Rope Brooch dating to the 1980s and during the early years of Karl Lagerfeld and Victoire de Castellane at the head of costume...
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel BEIGE KNITTED COTTON THREAD DETAIL CAMELLIA PIN
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel BEIGE KNITTED COTTON THREAD DETAIL CAMELLIA PIN
CONDITION NOTES
The exterior is in excellent condition with light signs of use.
The hardware is in...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Interlocking CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
If you ever get tired of loud branding but love with the quality and glamour of the house of Chanel, this is the perfect brooch for you. This brooch is made of highly textured and rich bright gold. Do not miss the subtle details like the tiny 'cc' embedded in the metal. Pair this brooch with your favorite Chanel tweet...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
1980s Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Gold Medallion Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
From the wonderful Karl Lagerfeld, this signature 1980's CHANEL 31 Rue Cambon Medallion Pin/ Brooch is not one to skip over. An extremely fashionable and notable piece, it will have everyone in awe about the unique features! This is a great brooch with the most famous Chanel store...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Stylized Flower Brooch, Spring 1996
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage brooch featuring a gold toned stylized flower embellished with clear resin petals and a pink resin center with CC logo.
Spring 19...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL CC Clover Gold Metal Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition
From 1996 Collection
Metal
Gold Tone
Pin Closure
Diameter 2.25"
100% Authenticity Guaranteed by NEWFOUND LUXURY
Category
Late 20th Century Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver CC Floral Crystal Brooch (2022)
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Chanel light gold tone brooch. Featuring crystals and flowers. Chanel reference: AB7532 B07292 ng327
COLOR: Light gold tone
MATERIAL: Metal
MARKINGS: B22 C
MEASURES: L 2.5 cm x W 3 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Spelling C O C O Black Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold toned spelling C O C O brooch embellished with black crystals featuring a chain and a dangling CC logo.
Embossed CHANEL 01A Made in France.
In...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Coat of Arms Pin in Silver Plate Metal
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
This Chanel Coat of arms pin is an attractive little accessory.
Above is affixed the famous double C, as well as the name CHANEL. This pin will decorate your sweaters, lapels of ja...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
Chanel Vintage Reverse Carved Intaglio Camellias and Clovers Resin Brooch, 1998
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage marble orange resin brooch featuring reverse intaglio camellias and clovers with two little CC logos inlaid.
Fall 1998 Collection.
Marked CHANEL 98...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Blue Gripoix CC Cross Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Early 1990s Chanel gold toned brooch featuring a cross decorated with four CC logos and centered a blue Gripoix. Stamped CHANEL 2 9 made in Fra...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL CC Gold Metal Turnlock Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition
From 1996 Collection
Metal
Gold Tone
Measures 1.25" W x 1" H
100% Authenticity Guaranteed by NEWFOUND LUXURY
Category
Late 20th Century Chanel Brooches
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Green Gripoix Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s Chanel gold toned brooch featuring five green colored gripoix surrounded by gold toned CHANEL letter frames. Stamped CHANEL 2 6 made in F...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Autumn 2001 Charm Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unique and stunning Chanel brooch from the Autumn 2001 collection. Horizontal gold tone metal bar with Chanel logo in the centre and small pearls at either end. Five dangling differe...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Specialist Pin
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Chanel vintage specialist pin, a staff accessory from the Chanel cosmetics line. Roughly 2.5” long with logo engraved on the front, pin at the back to hold in place.
COLOR: Gold
M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Red and Green Gripoix Glass Cabochon Bar Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned bar brooch embellished with red and green GRIPOIX glass cabochons.
Embossed CHANEL and 105.
Indicative measurements : length approx. 7.2 cm (2.83 inches) ...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL CC Gold Metal Round Textured Charm Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition
From 1994 Collection
Metal
Gold Tone
Pin Closure
Diameter 2"
100% Authenticity Guaranteed by NEWFOUND LUXURY
Category
Late 20th Century Chanel Brooches
CHANEL 2019 Strass Logo Letters Brooch Set NEW With Tags
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% guaranteed authentic
CHANEL 2019 Strasse Logo Letters Brooch Set
NEW with tags.Original receipt available upon request.
Approx. Measurements: Length 1.5-1.75“, Width 1.5“-1.75...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
CHANEL CC Textured Gold Metal Lapel Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition
From 1993 Collection
Metal
Gold Tone
Measures 1.75" W x 1.5" D
Includes Box
100% Authenticity Guaranteed by NEWFOUND LUXURY
Category
Late 20th Century Chanel Brooches
Chanel 1994 Vintage Iconic Goldtone & Leather Laced Charm Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 1994 Iconic Leather Laced Charm Brooch. Features Coco Chanel perfume bottle, shamrock, camellia, lion head, quilted bag, high heel, number five, and star charm.
Made In: France
Year of Production: 1994
Color: Goldtone and black...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel brooches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel brooches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gilt metal. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Chanel jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Chanel crystal brooches, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 371 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider brooches by and Herve Van Der Straeten. Prices for Chanel brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $200,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,442.
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Questions About Chanel Brooches
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can find a variety of second-hand Chanel bags online at boutiques and auction houses. You may also be able to find Chanel bags in consignment and vintage boutiques. It helps to know how to authenticate a Chanel bag to ensure you’re getting a legitimate Chanel handbag. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Do Chanel bags go up in value?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chanel VIP bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An authentic Chanel VIP gift bag or gift item may be given to a few loyal VIP customers who regularly visit the store and spend a significant amount of money on their products. It is not something that the general population can purchase. These gift items are all made with the same attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that you expect from anything with the Chanel brand. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How much is a Chanel purse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How to clean white Chanel bags as they are susceptible to light and can turn yellow if exposed for too long by polishing the leather gently with a natural-coloured soft woollen cloth or pat with a fine woollen cloth when wet. Shop a range of authentic Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a Chanel lambskin bag, Chanel recommends using a soft cloth and avoiding any care products that may alter the finish of your handbag. To reduce the appearance of marks on the surface of lambskin leather, gently rub it in a circular motion. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Chanel fashions and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To read a Chanel clothing label, look beneath the Chanel logo tag. There you will see another label with the style number, size and year it was created. If the style number starts with an A, it was from an Autumn collection. P stands for Printemps, which is spring, and C means that item is part of the cruise line. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Fake Chanel bags aren’t easy to spot — especially if you’re shopping online. Forgeries are getting increasingly difficult to identify, but there are a few clues that might indicate a Chanel bag is a counterfeit. Bags made in the mid-1980s and later have a serial number at the bottom of the bag, and this number should match the one on the Chanel authenticity card. The Cs in the clasp should have flat, not rounded, edges, and the right-hand C will always overlap the one on the left at the top, with the overlapping reversed at the bottom. The screw on the clasp will have a flat or star head — never a Phillips head. The zipper should have the Lampo logo on the back of the slider, and the bag should come in a duster bag with the Chanel logo printed in white in the center. The diamond-pattern quilting on the bag should be flawless and perfectly aligned, even where there’s a pocket. The lining should lie tight and flat against the interior — never creased or lumpy. The inside of the bag should have the Chanel logo followed by “Made in Italy” or “Made in France.” To ensure you’re purchasing an authentic Chanel bag, buy from a reputable seller that carefully vets their offerings. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How can I wear my Chanel jacket?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you style your Chanel jacket is a matter of preference. Some people like to wear casual clothing, so the Chanel jacket stands out. Others prefer an entire Chanel ensemble with a jacket for an all-over look. Accessorizing your Chanel jacket with a scarf is also a very popular option. Find Chanel jackets on 1stDibs along with a variety of Chanel clothing to create eye-catching ensembles.
- How to store your Chanel bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tuck the chain inside your Chanel bag through its holes and store it in a dust-free environment and avoid touching or bumping into any other items while they're hanging out of sight. Shop a range of vintage and modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- When was Chanel founded?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- Are Chanel bags heavy?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
- Does Chanel sell men’s shoes?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel doesn’t have a specific men’s shoe division but they do have a sneakers line that can be worn by any gender. These sneakers come in a variety of colors with different fabrics and all feature Chanel’s outstanding quality. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel shoes and other accessories from some top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s sunglasses as they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel sunglasses and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel sunglasses and other accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- Where are Chanel bags made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022The current designer of Chanel is Virginie Viard, who started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s self-proclaimed “right arm and my left arm.” Aside from a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.
- Can you buy Chanel online?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024Yes, you can buy Chanel online. Not every Chanel product, however, is available through the brand's official website.
While Chanel fragrances can be purchased at the brand's site, Chanel clothing, bags and accessories are not available for purchase directly through the company online. Auction sites and luxury resale platforms sell both vintage and new Chanel bags and other items, but authenticity is always a concern when buying online, so it's important to purchase from a reputable seller that properly vets the origin and authenticity of your items.
An authentic Chanel bag sold online will never be cheap, but a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean it's the real thing. Find a collection of authentic Chanel evening dresses, tote bags and other pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.