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Vintage Chanel Raffia

Chanel Vintage Raffia CC Tote
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Raffia CC Tote is in good vintage condition. Natural raffia tote has large
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1990s European Tote Bags

Chanel Vintage Raffia CC Tote
Chanel Vintage Raffia CC Tote
H 10 in W 12 in D 2.5 in
Vintage Chanel Gold Raffia Large CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful vintage brooch in gold. Overall in great condition. Comes as is.
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Early 2000s Brooches

Chanel Brown Raffia Shoulder Tote
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel vintage 2 tone raffia shoulder tote, brown leather and natural raffia. 2 interior zipped
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Brown Raffia Shoulder Tote
Chanel Brown Raffia Shoulder Tote
H 11 in W 5 in L 13 in
Chanel Vintage 1994 Vintage Biege Woven Straw Raffia & Lambskin Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Woven Straw and Lambskin Leather Tote 1994 {VINTAGE 28 Years} Gold hardware Vintage gold
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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Rare Vintage Red CC Raffia Mini Flap Gold Chain 56c128s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel Rare Vintage Red CC Raffia Mini Flap Gold Chain 56c128s Date Code/Serial Sticker: 360461
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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Rare 90s Vintage Natural Rattan Raffia Rare Black Leather Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 90s Vintage Natural Rattan Raffia Rare Black Leather Backpack Chanel's black leather
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Chanel 2005 Rare Vintage Raffia Woven Black Straw and Leather Basket Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2005 Rare Vintage Raffia Woven Black Straw and Leather Basket Tote 2005 {VINTAGE 18 Years
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel 2005 Rare Vintage Raffia Woven Pink Straw and Leather Basket Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2005 Rare Vintage Raffia Woven Pink Straw and Leather Basket Tote 2005 {VINTAGE 18 Years
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Flap Vintage Mini Wicker Raffia Classic Black Rattan Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Flap Vintage Mini Wicker Raffia Classic Black Rattan Cross Body Bag 2001 Gold hardware
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Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 1992 Vintage Raffia Straw Jute Gold CC Balls Drawstring Bucket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel small sized woven straw and lambskin drawstring bucket bag 1992 {VINTAGE 32 Years} Gold
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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2009 Small Mini Organic Raffia Rope Camelia Tote Beige Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2009 Small Mini Organic Raffia Rope Camelia Tote Beige Shoulder Bag Year: 2009 {Vintage 15
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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 24k Gold Plated Woven Quilted Raffia CC Logo Earrings 58cc825s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Hardware: Very Minor Scratches SKU
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21st Century and Contemporary Other

Chanel Bicolor Raffia Straw CC Logo Quilted Chain Basket Bag 858721
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
: 15.8" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker and Authenticity
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20th Century Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1997 Rare Woven Silk Vintage Top Handle Off White Beige Kelly Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Woven Silk Raffia Vintage Top Handle Bag Made in Italy
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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

Borsa A Spalla Dior Saddle Rafia Limited Edition
By Christian Dior
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
, Saddle model, limited edition, made of beige raffia with black stitching and gray hardware. Equipped with
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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Rikma Angel Wing 70's Striped Dress
By Rikma
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
vintage Rikma will pair great with strappy heels and your favorite raffia Bottega or Chanel bag! Length
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1970s Israeli Maxi Dresses

Rikma Angel Wing 1970s Striped Dress
By Rikma
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
raffia Bottega or Chanel bag! Sleeve length: 23"
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1970s Israeli Maxi Dresses

Rikma Angel Wing 1970's Striped Dress
By Rikma
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
your favorite raffia Bottega or Chanel bag! Bralette fits like a size small Sleeve length: 23" Length
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1970s Israeli Kaftans

Buddy Lee Handmade Sterling Silver Turquoise Ivory Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
necklace for your next vacation with a white flowy Yves Saint Laurent dress, some raffia Chanel heels, and
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Mid-20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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By Christian Dior
Located in Vilnius, LT
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By Chanel
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1991 Runway Documented Chanel Fuchsia Pink Wool Jacket
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Spring 1991 documented Chanel blazer jacket in fuchsia pink boucle wool and fully lined in soft pink silk with immaculate tailoring. The curved notched lapel falls into a central but...
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By Louis Vuitton
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Chanel Vintage 1988 Quilted Black Lambskin Train Case Leather Home Decor Trunk
By Chanel
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Chanel Vintage 1988 Quilted Black Lambskin Train Case Leather Home Decor Trunk Authentic vintage 1988 Chanel oval vanity large cosmetic bag in black quilted leather. Top is secured ...
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By Versace, Gianni Versace
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By Monet
Located in Wilmslow, GB
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Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
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1990 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Documented Runway Silk Strapless Dress w/ Shawl
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
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Chanel is known to be one of the most luxurious and decadent fashion houses in the world. This gorgeous sapphire-blue and black cocktail dress ensemble, dating back to Fall/Winter 19...
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By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
from neutral woven raffia and features Chanel's signature quilted stitching, a pouch pocket on the back
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By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
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By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
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By Chanel
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Chanel Vintage Pink Raffia & Fringe Single Flap Handbag - circa 1992. This bag is in very good
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Chanel 90s Rare Raffia Beige Bucket Bag
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Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel vintage and collectible straw bucket bag with raffia and beige color leather. Mint condition
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Chanel vintage raffia & leather mini shoulder bag. c.1986 Made in Italy. Beige raffia with ivory
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Vintage Chanel Raffia For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage chanel raffia you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in beige and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in brown, gold and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage chanel raffia may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel and Rikma each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Chanel Raffia?

The price for a vintage chanel raffia starts at $525 and tops out at $16,920, and on average, selling for $2,325.

Chanel for sale on 1stDibs

In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.

The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.

Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.

But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.

In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. 

Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.

Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes.

After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.

Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

Questions About Chanel
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You 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.
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    The 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, 2022
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The 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, 2022
    How 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, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    Fake 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tuck 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel 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, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel'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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel 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, 2022
    No, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    The 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.