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Black Vintage Chanel 1992

Chanel 1992 Vintage Black Diamond Quilted Work Laptop Briefcase Bag
Chanel 1992 Vintage Black Diamond Quilted Work Laptop Briefcase Bag

Chanel 1992 Vintage Black Diamond Quilted Work Laptop Briefcase Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Black Diamond Quilted Work Laptop Briefcase Bag circa 1992 black lambskin diamond quilting single flat top handle front flap closure push-lock fastening main compart...

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1990s Italian Briefcases and Attachés

Chanel Vintage 1992 Drawstring  CC Rucksack Black Caviar Leather Backpack
Chanel Vintage 1992 Drawstring  CC Rucksack Black Caviar Leather Backpack

Chanel Vintage 1992 Drawstring CC Rucksack Black Caviar Leather Backpack

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Caviar 1990s CC Drawstring Rucksack The backpack features gold Chanel CC logos along the bottom trim, gold hardware and two lengthy leather shoulder straps. The flap...

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1990s Italian Backpacks

Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1992 Black Lesage Ribbon Silk Bodycon Midi Dress
Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1992 Black Lesage Ribbon Silk Bodycon Midi Dress

Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1992 Black Lesage Ribbon Silk Bodycon Midi Dress

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

The Chanel Vintage Fall 1992 black silk bodycon midi dress is a piece of fashion history, famously seen on supermodel Eva Herzigová as she graced the runway.

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel 1992 Vintage Black Caviar Chevron Tassel Fringe Tote Satchel Kelly Bag
Chanel 1992 Vintage Black Caviar Chevron Tassel Fringe Tote Satchel Kelly Bag

Chanel 1992 Vintage Black Caviar Chevron Tassel Fringe Tote Satchel Kelly Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Black Caviar Chevron Tassel Fringe Tote Satchel Kelly Bag 1992 {Vintage 32 Years} Gold hardware Caviar chevron stitched pattern Interlocking CC logo detail at center...

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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel 1992 Black Vintage Chevron Caviar Encircled CC Flap Bag 24k GHW 68713
Chanel 1992 Black Vintage Chevron Caviar Encircled CC Flap Bag 24k GHW 68713

Chanel 1992 Black Vintage Chevron Caviar Encircled CC Flap Bag 24k GHW 68713

By Chanel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Store item: 68713 A classic vintage piece with our favorite encircled CC hardware is this Chanel 1992 Black Vintage Chevron Caviar Encircled CC Flap Bag 24k GHW.

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1990s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage 1992 Black Gold Crystal Embellished CC Satin Diagonal Evening Bag
Chanel Vintage 1992 Black Gold Crystal Embellished CC Satin Diagonal Evening Bag

Chanel Vintage 1992 Black Gold Crystal Embellished CC Satin Diagonal Evening Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Introducing the little black evening bag by Chanel, a timeless piece from 1992. This mini flap bag comes with a gold chain link shoulder strap and is meticulously crafted from black ...

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1990s French Clutches

Vintage 1992 CHANEL Iconic Logo Leather Chain Drop Sunglasses
Vintage 1992 CHANEL Iconic Logo Leather Chain Drop Sunglasses

Vintage 1992 CHANEL Iconic Logo Leather Chain Drop Sunglasses

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 1992 CHANEL Iconic Logo Leather Chain Drop Sunglasses As seen on Rihanna, Amber Rose and Lady Gaga.

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1990s Italian Sunglasses

Chanel Fall 1992 Vintage Black Leather CC Button Skirt, Size FR44/UK16
Chanel Fall 1992 Vintage Black Leather CC Button Skirt, Size FR44/UK16

Chanel Fall 1992 Vintage Black Leather CC Button Skirt, Size FR44/UK16

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in London, GB

Absolutely incredible, rare as can be vintage Chanel leather skirt. From the Fall 1992 runway - also known as collection 29.

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1990s French Pencil Skirts

Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Karl Black CC Knit Zip Mini 90s Dress
Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Karl Black CC Knit Zip Mini 90s Dress

Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Karl Black CC Knit Zip Mini 90s Dress

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This iconic black dress from the Chanel Spring/Summer 1992 collection epitomizes Karl Lagerfeld's distinctive style. For an uber-cool look, pair it with a cropped white shirt underne...

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1990s French Day Dresses

Chanel Vintage Gold Hardware Fall / Winter  1992 Sunglasses Made In Italy
Chanel Vintage Gold Hardware Fall / Winter  1992 Sunglasses Made In Italy

Chanel Vintage Gold Hardware Fall / Winter 1992 Sunglasses Made In Italy

By Chanel

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New Rare Vintage Chanel Gold Hardware Sunglasses For The Fall Winter Collection 1992. A Seldom And Unique Piece In This New, Never Displayed Or Worn Condition. This Item Could Have ...

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1990s French Sunglasses

Chanel 1992 Timeless Tote Camera Rare Collector Vintage Houndstooth Canvas Tote
Chanel 1992 Timeless Tote Camera Rare Collector Vintage Houndstooth Canvas Tote

Chanel 1992 Timeless Tote Camera Rare Collector Vintage Houndstooth Canvas Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Large Chanel houndstooth lambskin tote 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} Gold hardware Two hidden front pockets Double interwoven chain with ball hardware detail Double interior magnetic clos...

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1990s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel 1992 Vintage Diamond Quilted Soft Lambskin CC Shoulder Camera Bag
Chanel 1992 Vintage Diamond Quilted Soft Lambskin CC Shoulder Camera Bag

Chanel 1992 Vintage Diamond Quilted Soft Lambskin CC Shoulder Camera Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage 90's Diamond Quilted CC Shoulder Bag Year: circa 1992 {vintage 32 Years} leather diamond quilting signature interlocking CC turn-lock fastening gold-tone hardware la...

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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Dual Twin Quilted Caviar Pouch Waist Fanny Belt Bag
Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Dual Twin Quilted Caviar Pouch Waist Fanny Belt Bag

Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Dual Twin Quilted Caviar Pouch Waist Fanny Belt Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Twin Double Quilted Caviar Pouch Waist Fanny Belt Bag Gold hardware Twin removable pouches Black diamond quilted caviar leather Foldover CC turnlock top In...

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1990s Italian Belt Bags

Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box
Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box

Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box Year: 1992 {Vintage 33 Years} 24K Gold plated hardware Black quilted diamond quilted leather Leather and...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 English Tweed Suede Grey Brown CC Gold Runway Jacket
Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 English Tweed Suede Grey Brown CC Gold Runway Jacket

Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 English Tweed Suede Grey Brown CC Gold Runway Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This exquisite jacket, inspired by classic English tailoring and Harris Tweed, pays homage to Coco Chanel’s connection to England. A favorite from Chanel’s Fall 1992 collection, it w...

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1990s French Jackets

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1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Boston 45
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Boston 45

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Boston 45

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Boston 45 Reference: HB2894 Serial Number: 2307852 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card, Padlock, Keys, Clochette, Charm Authen...

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1990s Italian Tote Bags

1992 Chanel Black Caviar Leather Vintage Camera Bag
1992 Chanel Black Caviar Leather Vintage Camera Bag

1992 Chanel Black Caviar Leather Vintage Camera Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Vintage Camera Bag Xupes Reference: HB3010 Serial Number: 2668654 Age (Circa): 1992 Authenticity Details: Serial Sticker (Made in Italy) Gender: Ladies T...

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Wave Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Clutch
1992 Chanel Black Wave Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Clutch

1992 Chanel Black Wave Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Wave Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Clutch Reference: HB2067 Serial Number: 2407659 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Protec...

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1990s Clutches

1992 Chanel Black Chevron Quilted Lambskin Vintage Camera Bag
1992 Chanel Black Chevron Quilted Lambskin Vintage Camera Bag

1992 Chanel Black Chevron Quilted Lambskin Vintage Camera Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Chevron Quilted Lambskin Vintage Camera Bag Reference: HB1219 Serial Number: 2619784 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card Authentic...

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag Reference: HB1986 Serial Number: 2295033 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card Authenticity Details: Authe...

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag Reference: HB1986 Serial Number: 2295033 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card Authenticity Details: Authen...

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Caviar Leather Vintage Logo Trim Bucket Bag
1992 Chanel Black Caviar Leather Vintage Logo Trim Bucket Bag

1992 Chanel Black Caviar Leather Vintage Logo Trim Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Vintage Logo Trim Bucket Bag Reference: HB2893 Serial Number: 2896889 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Authenticity ...

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 Black Gold Zip Tweed Jacket
Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 Black Gold Zip Tweed Jacket

Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 Black Gold Zip Tweed Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This stunning vintage Chanel jacket was famously worn by Claudia Schiffer in the Fall/Winter 1992 campaign shot by Karl Lagerfeld in Berlin.

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1990s French Jackets

Chanel 1992 Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Fringe Shoulder Bag
Chanel 1992 Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Fringe Shoulder Bag

Chanel 1992 Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Fringe Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Fringe Shoulder Bag Reference: HB2896 Serial Number: 2106517 (Authenticity Card Only, Serial Sticker no longer present) Age (Circa): 1...

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Reference: HB2227 Serial Number: 2513574 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Box Authenticity Det...

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1990s Unknown Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Reference: HB1982 Serial Number: 2909325 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card A...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Reference: HB2230 Serial Number: 2633130 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Box Authenticity De...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Reference: HB1984 Serial Number: 2061608 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Box, Care Booklet A...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Maxi Jumbo XL Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Maxi Jumbo XL Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Maxi Jumbo XL Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Maxi Jumbo XL Flap Bag Reference: HB2584 Serial Number: 3248992 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Box Authenticity Details: Se...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black Tulle Corseted Maxi Skirt
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black Tulle Corseted Maxi Skirt

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black Tulle Corseted Maxi Skirt

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This is an exceptionally rare vintage Chanel skirt from the Spring 1992 collection, designed by Karl Lagerfeld.

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1990s French Puff Skirts

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black Tulle Corseted Maxi Skirt
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black Tulle Corseted Maxi Skirt

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black Tulle Corseted Maxi Skirt

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This is an exceptionally rare vintage Chanel skirt from the Spring 1992 collection, designed by Karl Lagerfeld.

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1990s French Puff Skirts

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB3508 Serial Number: 2730046 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card Authenticity ...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Iconic Chanel Vintage Spring/Summer 1992 Pink Black Terry Jacket
Iconic Chanel Vintage Spring/Summer 1992 Pink Black Terry Jacket

Iconic Chanel Vintage Spring/Summer 1992 Pink Black Terry Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

From the iconic 1992 Spring-Summer collection, this "one-of-a-kind" collector's piece by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel is a true gem. Inspired by clients' requests to wear Chanel jackets...

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1990s French Jackets

Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1992 Black Lambskin Leather Gold Zip CC Pants
Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1992 Black Lambskin Leather Gold Zip CC Pants

Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1992 Black Lambskin Leather Gold Zip CC Pants

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Introducing the iconic leather pants from Chanel's Fall/Winter 1992 "Biker Babes" collection - one of Karl’s greatest collections of the 90s captured against the industrial backgrou...

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1990s French Pants

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag with Wallet
1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag with Wallet

1992 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag with Wallet

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag with Wallet Reference: HB2892 Serial Number: 2389625 Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Interior Wallet Authenticity De...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1992 Black Satin Corset Gown Dress
Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1992 Black Satin Corset Gown Dress

Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1992 Black Satin Corset Gown Dress

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Available for rent for fashion professionals. The Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1992 collection showcased an extraordinary "Jellyfish" corset dress, a masterpiece that demanded 10...

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1990s French Evening Dresses

Vintage 1992 CHANEL Iconic Logo Leather Chain Drop Sunglasses
Vintage 1992 CHANEL Iconic Logo Leather Chain Drop Sunglasses

Vintage 1992 CHANEL Iconic Logo Leather Chain Drop Sunglasses

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Features: - 100% Authentic Vintage CHANEL. - Black sunglasses with CC logos on the temples. - Iconic leather and chain drop. - Signed CHANEL Made in Italy 0027 90 . - Excellent vint...

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1980s Italian Sunglasses

Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black White Striped Knit CC Cropped Jacket
Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black White Striped Knit CC Cropped Jacket

Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Black White Striped Knit CC Cropped Jacket

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

From Chanel’s Spring 1992 collection, this knitted jacket showcases bold black and ivory striping in a richly textured, chunky knit — a striking example of early ’90s Chanel under Ka...

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1990s French Blazers

Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Karl Black CC Knit Zip Mini 90s Dress
Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Karl Black CC Knit Zip Mini 90s Dress

Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1992 Karl Black CC Knit Zip Mini 90s Dress

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This iconic black dress from the Chanel Spring/Summer 1992 collection epitomizes Karl Lagerfeld's distinctive style. For an uber-cool look, pair it with a cropped white shirt underne...

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1990s French Day Dresses

Iconic Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 Black Gold CC Lambskin Leather Suede Jacket
Iconic Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 Black Gold CC Lambskin Leather Suede Jacket

Iconic Chanel Vintage F/W 1992 Black Gold CC Lambskin Leather Suede Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Introducing a truly special vintage Chanel black leather jacket! Designed by the legendary Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel's Fall/Winter 1992/93 collection, this jacket is a timeless class...

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1990s French Jackets

1992 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag Reference: HB2057 Serial Number: 2321872 Age (Circa): 1992 Authenticity Details: Serial Sticker (Made in Italy) Gender: ...

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1992 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag
1992 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag

1992 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Classic Single Flap Bag Reference: HB2057 Serial Number: 2321872 Age (Circa): 1992 Authenticity Details: Serial Sticker (Made in Italy) Gender:...

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Black Vintage Chanel 1992 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary black vintage chanel 1992 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black and more. Finding the perfect black vintage chanel 1992 may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Black Vintage Chanel 1992?

The price for a black vintage chanel 1992 starts at $418 and tops out at $4,019, and on average, selling for $2,820.

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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.