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Who owns the Chanel brand?
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The Chanel brand is owned by brothers Alain and Gerard Wertheimer. The Wertheimer brothers, whose grandfather acquired Chanel with his brother in 1924, are very private, known as the fashion industry’s “quietest billionaires.” The brand’s founder, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, saw the purchase by French brothers Pierre and Paul Wertheimer as an opportunity to reach more customers, but she tried unsuccessfully to regain control of the house in 1941. Shop our Chanel collection of vintage and new bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
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By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
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- Color: Lilac
- Year: 2024
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Located in San Francisco, CA
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Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Chain Crossbody Handbag
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Crossbody / Top Handle Bag
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Early 2000s European Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Resort 2008 CHANEL by Karl Lagerfeld Black Cut Out Sequin Mini Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Sheffield, GB
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By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
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By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Super rare vintage Chanel leather jacket from the Fall 1996 96A collection. Look 3 on the runway. Made from super soft rust brown lamb le...
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