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Chanel White Caviar Leather Front Pocket Tote Bag
Chanel White Caviar Leather Front Pocket Tote Bag

Chanel White Caviar Leather Front Pocket Tote Bag

$8,490

Chanel White Caviar Leather Front Pocket Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

open compartments on each side, and a flat bottom for freestanding. Chanel Chain Tote bag with white

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Caviar Bekko Chain Tote
Chanel Caviar Bekko Chain Tote

Chanel Caviar Bekko Chain Tote

$1,850Sale Price|35% Off

Chanel Caviar Bekko Chain Tote

By Chanel

Located in Amman, JO

Make a bold statement with this stunning Chanel white leather tote bag featuring the house’s iconic

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Chanel Vintage Patent Quilted CC Chain Tote
Chanel Vintage Patent Quilted CC Chain Tote

Chanel Vintage Patent Quilted CC Chain Tote

$2,350

Chanel Vintage Patent Quilted CC Chain Tote

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Elevate your collection with this stunning and rare Chanel Vintage Patent Quilted CC Chain Tote

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1990s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Vintage Black Jumbo CC Caviar Chain Tote
Chanel Vintage Black Jumbo CC Caviar Chain Tote

Chanel Vintage Black Jumbo CC Caviar Chain Tote

$1,250

Chanel Vintage Black Jumbo CC Caviar Chain Tote

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Vintage Black Jumbo CC Caviar Chain Tote SKU: 149633 Condition: Pre-owned

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote
Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote

Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote

$7,920

Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote This unique evening bag is crafted of soft

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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Pink Caviar Petite Timeless Tote Chain Bag
Chanel Pink Caviar Petite Timeless Tote Chain Bag

Chanel Pink Caviar Petite Timeless Tote Chain Bag

$3,980

Chanel Pink Caviar Petite Timeless Tote Chain Bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel pink caviar quilted leather petite timeless tote bag from year 2000 to 2002 collection

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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel 90s Black Calfskin CC Chain XL Shopper Tote
Chanel 90s Black Calfskin CC Chain XL Shopper Tote

Chanel 90s Black Calfskin CC Chain XL Shopper Tote

$2,495

Chanel 90s Black Calfskin CC Chain XL Shopper Tote

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Chanel Vintage CC Chain Shopper Tote. This stunning tote, circa 90s, is crafted of luxuriously

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1990s French Tote Bags

Chanel XL Navy x Red CC Chain Tote Strpie7CAS0419
Chanel XL Navy x Red CC Chain Tote Strpie7CAS0419

Chanel XL Navy x Red CC Chain Tote Strpie7CAS0419

$2,070

Chanel XL Navy x Red CC Chain Tote Strpie7CAS0419

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel XL Navy x Red CC Chain Tote Strpie7CAS0419 Date Code/Serial Number: 13145707 Made In: Italy

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chanel Jumbo Gold Chain Beige Lambskin Shopper Tote 58ck315s
Chanel Jumbo Gold Chain Beige Lambskin Shopper Tote 58ck315s

Chanel Jumbo Gold Chain Beige Lambskin Shopper Tote 58ck315s

$2,768

Chanel Jumbo Gold Chain Beige Lambskin Shopper Tote 58ck315s

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel Jumbo Gold Chain Beige Lambskin Shopper Tote 58ck315s Date Code/Serial Number: Rubbed Off

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Shopper Chain Tote GHW 3CAS0419
Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Shopper Chain Tote GHW 3CAS0419

Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Shopper Chain Tote GHW 3CAS0419

$2,340

Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Shopper Chain Tote GHW 3CAS0419

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 0839978 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.25" Width: 2.75" Height: 8.5" Handle Drop: 12.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chanel Mademoiselle Chain handle
Chanel Mademoiselle Chain handle

Chanel Mademoiselle Chain handle

$3,389

Chanel Mademoiselle Chain handle

By Chanel

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Chanel bag - Chanel Mademoiselle bag in quilted leather color red, silver hardware. Condition

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2010s Tote Bags

Chanel Black Rhinestone Bon Bon Tote
Chanel Black Rhinestone Bon Bon Tote

Chanel Black Rhinestone Bon Bon Tote

$2,999

Chanel Black Rhinestone Bon Bon Tote

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The Chanel Leather Chain Tote from the Collection by Karl Lagerfeld. Features black calfskin with

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chanel Red Chain Around Shoulder Bag
Chanel Red Chain Around Shoulder Bag

Chanel Red Chain Around Shoulder Bag

$3,499

Chanel Red Chain Around Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel red Lambskin mint chain around shoulder zipped bag with silver tone hardware. Collection 15

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote
Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote

Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote

$9,920

Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote 2001 {VINTAGE 23 Years} Silver and gold with

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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Leather Leather Chain Straps
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Leather Leather Chain Straps

Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Leather Leather Chain Straps

$2,478

Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Leather Leather Chain Straps

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Leather Leather Chain Straps These are professional photos of the

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Quilted Chain Tote Black Lambskin Leather 1991–1994
CHANEL Quilted Chain Tote Black Lambskin Leather 1991–1994

CHANEL Quilted Chain Tote Black Lambskin Leather 1991–1994

$2,433

CHANEL Quilted Chain Tote Black Lambskin Leather 1991–1994

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Magnifique sac à main CHANEL modèle Tote Matelassé Chain, réalisé en cuir d’agneau noir souple et

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1990s Hobo Bags

Chanel Grey Metallic Leather Chain Me Shoulder Bag Tote
Chanel Grey Metallic Leather Chain Me Shoulder Bag Tote

Chanel Grey Metallic Leather Chain Me Shoulder Bag Tote

$3,200

Chanel Grey Metallic Leather Chain Me Shoulder Bag Tote

By Chanel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Chanel Grey Metallic Leather Chain Me Shoulder Bag Tote in excellent condition. Metallic ddark grey

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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Hobo Chain Bag Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote
Chanel Hobo Chain Bag Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote

Chanel Hobo Chain Bag Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote

$3,087

Chanel Hobo Chain Bag Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote

By Chanel

Located in Roosendaal, NL

From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel Hobo Chain Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Hobo

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Early 2000s French Hobo Bags

Chanel Silver Ice Cube Tote Leather and Vinyl with Chains
Chanel Silver Ice Cube Tote Leather and Vinyl with Chains

Chanel Silver Ice Cube Tote Leather and Vinyl with Chains

$2,007Sale Price|25% Off

Chanel Silver Ice Cube Tote Leather and Vinyl with Chains

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Silver Ice Cube Tote Leather and Vinyl with Chains These are professional photos of the

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Black Red Lambskin No. 5 Star Chain Tote Bag
Chanel Vintage Black Red Lambskin No. 5 Star Chain Tote Bag

Chanel Vintage Black Red Lambskin No. 5 Star Chain Tote Bag

$2,200

Chanel Vintage Black Red Lambskin No. 5 Star Chain Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Vintage Black Red Lambskin No. 5 Star Chain Tote Bag SKU: 150127 Condition

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Red Holographic CC Logo Chain Tote Hologram Bag 4ck726a
Chanel Red Holographic CC Logo Chain Tote Hologram Bag 4ck726a

Chanel Red Holographic CC Logo Chain Tote Hologram Bag 4ck726a

$1,661

Chanel Red Holographic CC Logo Chain Tote Hologram Bag 4ck726a

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 6151210 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 8" Width: 1" Height: 8" Shoulder Handle Drop: 11.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Se...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Hair Chain 232104 Black Pony Fur Tote
Chanel Quilted Lambskin Hair Chain 232104 Black Pony Fur Tote

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Hair Chain 232104 Black Pony Fur Tote

$1,107

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Hair Chain 232104 Black Pony Fur Tote

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 5.5" Height: 12.5" Shoulder strap drop: 6.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker and Authentici...

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20th Century Top Handle Bags

Chanel Red Quilted Canvas x Lambskin Gold Chain Tote Bag 16cc1029
Chanel Red Quilted Canvas x Lambskin Gold Chain Tote Bag 16cc1029

Chanel Red Quilted Canvas x Lambskin Gold Chain Tote Bag 16cc1029

$1,661

Chanel Red Quilted Canvas x Lambskin Gold Chain Tote Bag 16cc1029

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 0430134 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12 " Width: 2 " Height: 9.5 " Shoulder Handle Drop: 12 " OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Accessories:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel GST Beige Caviar Leather Grand Shopping Tote Chain Bag 10ccs114
Chanel GST Beige Caviar Leather Grand Shopping Tote Chain Bag 10ccs114

Chanel GST Beige Caviar Leather Grand Shopping Tote Chain Bag 10ccs114

$4,600

Chanel GST Beige Caviar Leather Grand Shopping Tote Chain Bag 10ccs114

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number:14914495 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 5" Height: 9.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Accessori...

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20th Century Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Chain Tote Shopper 230441 Black Rabbit Fur Shoulder Bag
Chanel Chain Tote Shopper 230441 Black Rabbit Fur Shoulder Bag

Chanel Chain Tote Shopper 230441 Black Rabbit Fur Shoulder Bag

Unavailable|$1,374

Chanel Chain Tote Shopper 230441 Black Rabbit Fur Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 6187236 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 4" Height: 11" Shoulder strap drop: 9" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Serial Seal Stic...

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20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Chain Tote W/ Pouch 226196 Beige Shearling Wool Shoulder Bag
Chanel Chain Tote W/ Pouch 226196 Beige Shearling Wool Shoulder Bag

Chanel Chain Tote W/ Pouch 226196 Beige Shearling Wool Shoulder Bag

Unavailable|$963

Chanel Chain Tote W/ Pouch 226196 Beige Shearling Wool Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Serial Number: 10432743 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12.25" Width: 3" Height: 10.25...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Chain 865809 Red Rabbit Fur Tote
Chanel Chain 865809 Red Rabbit Fur Tote

Chanel Chain 865809 Red Rabbit Fur Tote

Unavailable|$1,374

Chanel Chain 865809 Red Rabbit Fur Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Chanel Booklet, Serial Seal Sticker and Matching Card Signs of Wear: Some

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20th Century Unknown Tote Bags

Chanel Quilted Chain 228257 Brown Leather Tote
Chanel Quilted Chain 228257 Brown Leather Tote

Chanel Quilted Chain 228257 Brown Leather Tote

Unavailable|$853

Chanel Quilted Chain 228257 Brown Leather Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

markings (serial number, brand stamp, etc) Handle/Strap: chain shows discoloration, leather shows aging

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Chanel Quilted Chain 211333 Brown Fur Tote
Chanel Quilted Chain 211333 Brown Fur Tote

Chanel Quilted Chain 211333 Brown Fur Tote

Unavailable|$963

Chanel Quilted Chain 211333 Brown Fur Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: 6881098 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 9.5" Shoulder strap drop: 8.5" GOOD- CONDI...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Quilted Chain 230269 Black Patent Leather Tote
Chanel Quilted Chain 230269 Black Patent Leather Tote

Chanel Quilted Chain 230269 Black Patent Leather Tote

Unavailable|$1,205

Chanel Quilted Chain 230269 Black Patent Leather Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 3682415 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 10.75" Width: 2.5" Height: 10.5" Handle drop: 3" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Ser...

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20th Century French Tote Bags

Chanel Chain 211395 Natural X Black Fur Tote
Chanel Chain 211395 Natural X Black Fur Tote

Chanel Chain 211395 Natural X Black Fur Tote

Unavailable|$963

Chanel Chain 211395 Natural X Black Fur Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date Code: 6880798 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10.75" Width: 4" Height: 9" Shoulder strap drop: 7.5" Zipper works well. G...

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20th Century Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Quilted Chain Through 220163 Black Leather Tote
Chanel Quilted Chain Through 220163 Black Leather Tote

Chanel Quilted Chain Through 220163 Black Leather Tote

Unavailable|$1,705

Chanel Quilted Chain Through 220163 Black Leather Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 14_7545 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6.25" Width: 4" Height: 6.5" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.75/10 or B+ ) Includes Ser...

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20th Century French Tote Bags

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Chanel Chain Tote For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel chain tote you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Brown and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect chanel chain tote among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. 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 Chanel Chain Tote?

Prices for a chanel chain tote can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $215 and can go as high as $27,920, while, on average they fetch $1,999.

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. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. 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. 

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. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.

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.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.

Questions About Chanel
  • Are Chanel earrings real gold?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
  • Are Chanel pearls real?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
  • How much is a Chanel tote?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
  • How much is the Chanel wallet on chain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
  • Is Chanel a luxury brand?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
  • How much is a vintage Chanel bag?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
  • Who is the founder of Chanel?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
  • What is Chanel?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • What does Chanel 5 smell like?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
  • Why is Chanel costume jewelry so expensive?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
  • What is Chanel Matelasse?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
  • Do Chanel bags go up in value?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • Does Chanel make bedding?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, Chanel has made bedding. Long after it established itself as a pioneering fashion label, the French luxury brand eventually expanded into home accessories and decor. Throw blankets, pillows and other goods for the home have been a part of its offerings over the years.

    The legendary designer and entrepreneur Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel was very fond of well-appointed interiors. "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only," she said.

    A private apartment for the designer that occupied a floor at 31 rue Cambon in Paris, the building that housed her first boutique, was home to decorative screens, bookshelves filled with books (Chanel was an avid reader), Louis XIV furniture, beige carpets and a sofa of her own design.

    A home built by architect Robert Streitz called La Pausa, located in a sizable detached villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, was designed by Chanel and based on the convent-orphanage she lived in as a child. Chanel also created the interiors, reportedly with support from celebrated French designer Stéphane Boudin of Maison Jansen.

    Find vintage Chanel blankets and other home accessories on 1stDibs.

  • How many stores does Chanel have?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How much is a Chanel purse?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What does Chanel Mademoiselle smell like?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • Why is Chanel so expensive?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • When was Chanel founded?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where are Chanel bags made?
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    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.
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    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.

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