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
1940s 18karat Gold Signed COCO CHANEL “EREMIAS” Coral Bakelite Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Authentic C C Chanel, early works in 18 Karat yellow gold and rose color Bakelite in good condition, no cracks or damages but some moron tested it to see if this is Coral, two testin...
Category
1940s American Modern Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel Round Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Round brooch in gilded metal. Spring - Summer 1995 collection.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
Diameter: 4.7 cm
Condition:
Very good condition
Sell...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Silvered Metal Flower Brooch Paved with Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Silvered metal flower brooch paved with rhinestones.
Work of the workshop Goossens for Chanel around 1955.
Additional information:
Dimen...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver
Chanel CC Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Brooch cc in gilded metal representing a spiral. Spring-Summer 1997 collection
Additional information:
Dimensions: 5 W x 5 H cm
Condition:
Very good cond...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel brooch Cruise 2009
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and multicoloured enamelled cabochons. Cruise Collection 2009.
Condition :
Very good condition
Size:
5,3 cm x 5,8 cm
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Yellow Gripoix Logo Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Pin with Yellow gripoix in form of the CC logo. In excellent condition.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Silver Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Silver Crystal Brooch
*Marked Chanel (during 80s) and 174
*Comes with the original box
*One of the best se...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Chanel gold toned brooch is crafted of gold plated metal featuring a CC logo surrounded by a gold toned coiled ring. Stamped 94P m...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch
Brand: Chanel
Designer: Karl Lagerfeld
Collection: 1985
Material: Metal
Color: Gold
Closure...
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel Baby Deer Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Baby Deer Brooch with paste eyes made by Reinad for the American market. Chanel script signature, not associated with the house in Paris, but the Ch...
Category
1930s American Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Black and Yellow Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel black and yellow camellia brooch.
- 8 cm x 8 cm.
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Clam Shell Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage brooch featuring an antiqued gold tone 3 dimensional clam shell embellished with black glass beads and a faux pearl drop.
Embosse...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Gold CC Glitter Pendant Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Glitter Pendant Small Brooch
*Marked 05
*Made in Italy
-Approximately 1" x 1.3"
-Very pretty and classic
-In an excellent condition
20...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Brooch Pink / Lavender / Clear Diamantes
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
rare Chanel CC Diamante Brooch.
Faceted Emerald, Square, Oval round diamantes in Pink, Lavender and Clear.
Chic and timeless.
Silver hardware.
Rear Chanel stamp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Iconic No. 5 Perfume Bottle Pin Brooch, 2005
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD iconic No. 5 resin perfume bottle pin brooch with gold tone hardware.
From the Spring 2005 Collection.
Embossed CHANEL 05 P Made in France.
Indicative mea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Sailor Anchor navy black crystal rhinestone CC pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Sailor Anchor navy black crystal rhinestone CC pin brooch
Brand: Chanel
Designer: Karl Lagerfeld
Material: Metal
Color: Navy
Pattern: Solid
Closur...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Crystal Red Corner Flower Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Small Gold CC Crystal Red Corner Flower Small Brooch
*Marked 05
*Made in France
-Approximately 1.5" x 2.1"
-Very pretty and classic
2065-41518
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Flower CC Dangle Crystal Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Flower CC Dangle Crystal Pin
*Marked 02
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 2.3" x 1.75".
-Very pretty and classic
-In a ve...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch
*Marked 23
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, ribbon and camellia flow...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Flower Pearl Crystal Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Flower Pearl Crystal Pin
*Marked in 07
*Made in France
-Approximately 1.25″ x 1.25″
-Very pretty and classic
-The faux pearl has scratches and...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Classic Gold CC Frame Black Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Classic Gold CC Frame Black Brooch
*Marked 22
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, camellia and ribbon
*Bran...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold Frame Pearl Crystal Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Frame Pearl Crystal Large Brooch
*Marked 14
*Made in France
-Approximately 2.1″ x 1.5″.
-Very classic and beautiful
-The top 3 pearls are ...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Golden Leaves Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Golden Leaves Brooch
* Marked 11
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1.25″ x 1.5″.
-Very shiny and prett...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Grey CC Pearl Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Grey CC Pearl Crystal Brooch
*Marked 20
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box, pouch, booklet, camellia, ribbon and tag
*Brand New...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan 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 Vintage Gripoix Brooch Multicolor
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel vintage brooch in gold with multicolored stones. As well as four crystals surrounding one stone in the middle. At the back of the brooch i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Black White Leather Chain Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Black White Leather Chain Large Brooch
*Marked 22
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, camellia and ribbon
*Brand New
– It is appro...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Brooch
*Marked 98
*Made in France
*Comes with original box
-Approximately 2″ x 2″
-Very rare and very u...
Category
1990s French Artisan 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 Silver CC Mint Enamel Corner Crystal Flower Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Mint Enamel Corner Crystal Flower Brooch
*Marked 04
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-Approximately 1.6″ x 1.5″
-V...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jewelled CC Turn Lock Brooch, Fall 1996
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone CC turn lock brooch embellished with clear crystals.
Fall 1996 Collection.
Marked CHANEL 96 A Made in France.
...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Black Red Yellow Glitter Cat Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Black Red Yellow Glitter Cat Pin
* Marked 17
* Made in France
* Comes with original box and pouch
-Approximately 1.25″ x 1.3″
-Very classic and pretty...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL 1994 Sun Brooch Pin Gold CC Logo W/Box
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CHANEL 1994 Sun Brooch Pin Gold CC Logo W/Box
A vintage rare CHANEL large CC logo sun brooch in gold tone, Autumn 1994. Bar pin fastening, in very...
Category
1990s European Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Cocobana Pearl Dangle Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Cocobana Pearl Dangle Brooch
*Marked 21
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box, pouch, booklet, tag, ribbon and camellia
*B...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL blue & brown 2018 18A HAMBURG CAMELLIA TWEED Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Camellia brooch in cognac brown, black and beige tweed fabric and navy wool embellished with a small CC logo in navy. Has been worn and is in excellent conditio...
Category
2010s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Rope Cross CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Rope Cross CC Brooch
*Marked 28
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
– It is approximately 2.1″ x 2.25″.
-Very classic and pretty
-The pin’s gold...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Brooches
vintage Chanel brooch, door knocker in gold metal from the 1990s.
By Chanel
Located in L'ESCALA, ES
Imposing vintage Chanel brooch, door knocker in gold metal from the 1990s.
Height is 13.6cm
the width of 7.4cm
the thickness (at the widest) 1.2c...
Category
1990s European Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
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 Brand New Light Gold CC Bead Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Light Gold CC Bead Brooch
*Marked 22
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box, pouch, booklet, tag, camellia and ribbon
*Brand New
-App...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Vintage Chanel Camelia brooch in Gold métal from 1993
By Chanel
Located in L'ESCALA, ES
Vintage Chanel Camelia brooch in gold metal centered with a pearly cabochon from 1993.
Width 6cm
height 5.5cm
depth 2.7cm
The central cabochon is...
Category
1990s European Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
ITEM CONDITION Very Good
MANUFACTURER Chanel
BROOCH WIDTH 2.5cm
BROOCH LENGTH 7cm
TOTAL WEIGHT 18.4g
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Light Gold Filigree Pink Flower Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Light Gold Filigree Pink Flower Large Brooch
*Marked 18
*Made in France
*Comes with original box, pouch, and booklet
-Approximately 2.3″ x 2...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan 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 Gold Plated Beige Black CC Cross Clip on Earrings Brooch Set
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Beige Black CC Cross Clip on Earrings Brooch Set
*Marked 95
*Made in France
*Comes with original box
-The brooch is approximately 2.4″ x 2.4″.
-The earri...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Silver Owl Light Lavender Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Silver Owl Light Lavender Crystal Brooch
*Marked 18
*Comes with original box, pouch, booklet, tag and ribbon
*Brand New
-Approximately 2.2...
Category
2010s Italian Artist Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Clip on Earrings
*Marked 98
*Made in France
*Comes with original box
-Approximately 1″ x 1″.
-Very rare and very unique
-It is in...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Medallion Coin Safety Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Medallion Coin Safety Pin Brooch
* Marked 94
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
-Approximately 3.5″ x 2.75...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL gold tone CC medallion coin black acrylic pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL gold tone CC medallion coin black acrylic pin brooch
Brand: Chanel
Designer: Karl Lagerfeld
Material: Acrylic
Color: Gold
Pattern: Solid
Closure: Pin
Made in: France
CONDITION:
Condition: Excellent, this item was pre-owned and is in excellent condition. Hairline scratches on acrylic backing.
Comes with: One dust bag. Designer box...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel Silver CC Fuchsia Crystal Safety Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Fuchsia Crystal Safety Pin
*Marked 02
*Made in France
-The safety pin is approximately 2″ x 0.5″.
-The pendant is approximately 0.75″ x 0.5″.
-Very unique and pret...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan 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 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 Rare Vintage Gold Plated Argyle White CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated Argyle White CC Brooch
*Marked 93
*Made in France
*Comes with an original box
-Approximately 2.1″ x 1.7″
-It has a dent ...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
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
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Black CC Heel Camellia Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Black CC Heel Camellia Pins
*Marked 02
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-Approximately 0.75″ x 0.55″
-Very pretty
-In a pristine condition
A...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Brown Yellow Bronze Stone Chain Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Brown Yellow Bronze Stone Chain Pin Brooch
* Marked 02
* Made in France
* Comes with original box
-The brooch is approximately 3″ x 3″
-The pin is approximately 2.25...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
*Marked 08
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box and dustbag.
-CC is approximately 1.25″ x 1″
-Star is approximately 1.1″ x 1″....
Category
Early 2000s Italian Artisan 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 Vintage Gold Plated CC Blue Stone Rope Wreath Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Blue Stone Rope Wreath Brooch
*Marked 94
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
– It is approximately 1.75″ x 1.75″.
-Very classic and rare
-In ...
Category
1990s French Artisan 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.