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1980s Celine Camel Cotton Safari Dress
1980s Celine Camel Cotton Safari Dress

1980s Celine Camel Cotton Safari Dress

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine camel safari cotton dress featuring classic collar front logo button fastening, short sleeves, two chest flap pockets, side seams pockets, straight hem.

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Celine Dark Brown Triomphe Leather Belt
Celine Dark Brown Triomphe Leather Belt

Celine Dark Brown Triomphe Leather Belt

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine Dark brown “Triomphe” leather belt featuring a gold-tone metal Triomphe buckle, adjustable gold-tone buckle closure with 'Celine' stamp, Circa 1980s.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Céline circa 1990 Robe daim noir FR40 Black Suede Maxi Dress UK12 US8 Celine
Céline circa 1990 Robe daim noir FR40 Black Suede Maxi Dress UK12 US8 Celine

Céline circa 1990 Robe daim noir FR40 Black Suede Maxi Dress UK12 US8 Celine

By Celine

Located in PARIS, FR

Celine dress circa 1990 in black suede, maxi tunic or shirt style, below-the-knee length, round neck fastened with five gold-tone metal snap buttons, long sleeves with matching butto...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Celine Black Small Triomphe Clutch Bag
Celine Black Small Triomphe Clutch Bag

Celine Black Small Triomphe Clutch Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine Black Small “Triomphe” leather clutch bag featuring a top zip fastening, and an embossed leather “Triomphe” logo.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine Brown Monogram Logo Hand Bag
Celine Brown Monogram Logo Hand Bag

Celine Brown Monogram Logo Hand Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine brown leather and canvas monogram hand bag featuring two leather top handles, gold-tone hardware, brown leather details, a top zip fastening, an all-over print and a front log...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Celine Black Box Leather Shoulder Bag
Celine Black Box Leather Shoulder Bag

Celine Black Box Leather Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine black box leather shoulder bag featuring aged gold tone hardware with front closure, an adjustable shoulder/crossbody strap, tonal leather lining with inner zipper and slip po...

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine 1990s Gold-tone Charms Bracelet
Celine 1990s Gold-tone Charms Bracelet

Celine 1990s Gold-tone Charms Bracelet

By Celine

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Celine 1990s Gold-tone Triomphe Planet Link Charm Bracelet These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Celine Iconic Blue Check Wool Skirt
Celine Iconic Blue Check Wool Skirt

Celine Iconic Blue Check Wool Skirt

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine iconic blue wool skirt featuring a front logo gold tone chain, an ivory and a pale blue-grey check pattern, a center back zip opening, front pleats. 55% wool, 45%viscose Estim...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Celine Logo Black Cotton Camera Bag
Celine Logo Black Cotton Camera Bag

Celine Logo Black Cotton Camera Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine logo patch camera bag featuring a camera rectangle body, black cotton base & burgundy leather front logo patch and the adjustable shoulder strap, a top zip fastening, int...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

CELINE Vintage Gold-Tone Horsebit Link Bracelet
CELINE Vintage Gold-Tone Horsebit Link Bracelet

CELINE Vintage Gold-Tone Horsebit Link Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Nice, FR

CELINE vintage gold-tone bracelet featuring a series of articulated horsebit-inspired links, completed with an adjustable buckle closure.

Category

20th Century Italian Contemporary Celine Vintage

Materials

Gilt Metal

1990's Celine Faux Jumbo Pearl Bracelet
1990's Celine Faux Jumbo Pearl Bracelet

1990's Celine Faux Jumbo Pearl Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1990's era Celine faux jumbo pearl charm style bracelet featuring large and small pearls suspended from a chic gilt metal chain and closing with a bar and circle latch stamped with C...

Category

1990s Italian Modern Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Vintage leather crossbody bag
1970s Celine Vintage leather crossbody bag

1970s Celine Vintage leather crossbody bag

By Celine

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Celine Vintage leather crossbody bag (1970s) Vintage and very rare Celine bag.

Category

1970s Italian Celine Vintage

Navy blue wool pleated skirt CELINE
Navy blue wool pleated skirt CELINE

Navy blue wool pleated skirt CELINE

By Celine

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Navy blue wool pleated skirt . Branded rayon lining. Leather and metal hardware Half-belt embellishment on the front on the waist. Zip and hook& eye closure on the middle back . SIZ...

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Navy Houndstooth Wool Skirt
1970s Celine Navy Houndstooth Wool Skirt

1970s Celine Navy Houndstooth Wool Skirt

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Celine navy wool stitched box pleat skirt from the 1970s.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Navy blue wool pleated skirt CELINE
Navy blue wool pleated skirt CELINE

Navy blue wool pleated skirt CELINE

By Celine

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Navy blue wool pleated skirt . Branded acetate lining. Leather and gold metal half-belt on the front of the waist. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. size 40 on tag but fi...

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Forest green pleated wool skirt CELINE
Forest green pleated wool skirt CELINE

Forest green pleated wool skirt CELINE

By Celine

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Forest green pleated wool skirt . Branded acetate lining. Zip and hook&eye closure on the back side. Chain and leather on the front of the waist. SIZE 40 on tag but fit more likely ...

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

1990's Celine Jumbo Faux Pearl Bracelet
1990's Celine Jumbo Faux Pearl Bracelet

1990's Celine Jumbo Faux Pearl Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1990's Celine jumbo faux pearl bracelet with T-ring clasp in gilt metal.

Category

1990s Italian Modern Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Navy Cable Knit Cardigan
1970s Celine Navy Cable Knit Cardigan

1970s Celine Navy Cable Knit Cardigan

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Celine navy wool cable knit sweater from the 1970s.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine Green Cotton Isle Logo Polo
Celine Green Cotton Isle Logo Polo

Celine Green Cotton Isle Logo Polo

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Logo signed Celine inside the print. Mother of pearl Celine buttons.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

1970s Old Celine Jockey Print Cotton Shirt
1970s Old Celine Jockey Print Cotton Shirt

1970s Old Celine Jockey Print Cotton Shirt

By Celine

Located in London, GB

This rare men's Céline shirt was designed by the brand in the 1970s.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine Dark Green Leather Shoulder Bag
Celine Dark Green Leather Shoulder Bag

Celine Dark Green Leather Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Celine dark green leather shoulder bag. - Gold-toned hardware “Celine” turn-lock closure

Category

1990s Italian Celine Vintage

Celine Pave Door Knocker Logo Brooch
Celine Pave Door Knocker Logo Brooch

Celine Pave Door Knocker Logo Brooch

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Signed, "Celine". Made in Italy 1989. 1.75" x 4" long. Excellent condition.

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Materials

Gilt Metal

Celine vinyl retro logo handle bag
Celine vinyl retro logo handle bag

Celine vinyl retro logo handle bag

By Celine

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Nylon material lining with Celine logo. - measurements: 33cm x 26cm x 12cm.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Pink Pleated Wool Skirt
1970s Celine Pink Pleated Wool Skirt

1970s Celine Pink Pleated Wool Skirt

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970's Celine pink wool skirt with leather and chain details at waistband.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine Green Leather Mary Jane Shoes
Celine Green Leather Mary Jane Shoes

Celine Green Leather Mary Jane Shoes

By Celine

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Featuring gold toned "Celine" buckle closure. - Made in France. - Size 37.

Category

1990s Celine Vintage

Celine Brown Monogram “Triomphe” Mini Speedy Bag
Celine Brown Monogram “Triomphe” Mini Speedy Bag

Celine Brown Monogram “Triomphe” Mini Speedy Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine brown “Triomphe” mini Speedy bag featuring an all-over monogram ”Triomphe” pattern, top leather handles, a top zip closure, a front leather patch Triomphe logo, an inside logo...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Celine Blue & Gold Tone Caleche Tie Link
Celine Blue & Gold Tone Caleche Tie Link

Celine Blue & Gold Tone Caleche Tie Link

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine Blue “Caleche” tie link featuring a round blue “Caleche” design and gold-tone tie, pitted at back.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Celine Gold Chain Door Knocker Earrings
Celine Gold Chain Door Knocker Earrings

Celine Gold Chain Door Knocker Earrings

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Cool (and large) Celine Gold Chain Door Knocker Earrings from the late 1980's with curb chain fringe.

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Materials

Gilt Metal

Celine Paris Orange Wool blazer small
Celine Paris Orange Wool blazer small

Celine Paris Orange Wool blazer small

By Celine

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Celine Paris Orange vintage blazer We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: with 2 pockets , 1 inside closing button and 6 gold tone Celine triomphe but...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Vintage Celine Dinner / Cocktail Skirt Suit
Vintage Celine Dinner / Cocktail Skirt Suit

Vintage Celine Dinner / Cocktail Skirt Suit

By Celine

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage skirt suit by Celine. The suit is in fine wool and the jacket has a a single attractive button fastening on the front and single buttons on the cuff.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Celine Signature Multi-Color Silk Scarf
Celine Signature Multi-Color Silk Scarf

Celine Signature Multi-Color Silk Scarf

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Celine wonderfully detailed signature multi-color silk scarf measures 34" x 34" with finished hand-rolled edges, made in Italy.

Category

1980s Italian Celine Vintage

Celine Multi-Color "Compass" Silk Scarf
Celine Multi-Color "Compass" Silk Scarf

Celine Multi-Color "Compass" Silk Scarf

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Celine wonderfully elegant multi-color "Compass" silk scarf measures 33" x 34" and finished with hand-rolled edges.

Category

1980s Italian Celine Vintage

Celine silk scarf with gold borders.
Celine silk scarf with gold borders.

Celine silk scarf with gold borders.

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Celine wonderfully detailed silk scarf measures 34" x 34", with edges hand-rolled and hand-sewn.

Category

1980s Celine Vintage

Celine Vintage Macadam monogram Boston Handbag Bag
Celine Vintage Macadam monogram Boston Handbag Bag

Celine Vintage Macadam monogram Boston Handbag Bag

By Celine

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

This vintage Celine Boston bag is a timeless expression of the house’s understated Parisian elegance, crafted in the iconic Macadam coated canvas with refined tan leather trim.

Category

1980s European Celine Vintage

Celine Brown Leather Belt With Carriage Buckle
Celine Brown Leather Belt With Carriage Buckle

Celine Brown Leather Belt With Carriage Buckle

By Celine

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Add some prairie flair to your look, with this Celine brown leather belt complete with a carriage buckle.

Category

1970s Celine Vintage

Celine silk "Horse Bit" rectangle scarf
Celine silk "Horse Bit" rectangle scarf

Celine silk "Horse Bit" rectangle scarf

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Celine silk crepe de chine scarf measures 53" x 6".

Category

1980s Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Black Fluid Chain Pleated Skirt
1970s Celine Black Fluid Chain Pleated Skirt

1970s Celine Black Fluid Chain Pleated Skirt

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine black chain-detail pleated midi skirt featuring pleated detail, a gold-tone chain detail at waist with patent leather, fully lined with logo lining.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine Vintage Shiny Black Leather Crossbody Bag
Celine Vintage Shiny Black Leather Crossbody Bag

Celine Vintage Shiny Black Leather Crossbody Bag

By Celine

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This lovely vintage Celine Shiny Black Leather Crossbody Bag is crafted of smooth leather in black.

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

CELINE Vintage Gold-Tone Planisphere Geometric Link Bracelet
CELINE Vintage Gold-Tone Planisphere Geometric Link Bracelet

CELINE Vintage Gold-Tone Planisphere Geometric Link Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Nice, FR

CELINE vintage gold-tone bracelet featuring six articulated geometric planisphere links.

Category

20th Century Italian Contemporary Celine Vintage

Materials

Gilt Metal

Celine Brown Triomphe Monogram Suede Shoulder Bag
Celine Brown Triomphe Monogram Suede Shoulder Bag

Celine Brown Triomphe Monogram Suede Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine Brown “Triomphe” suede leather shoulder bag featuring an all-over “Triomphe” motive, a top zip fastening, an oval shape, a brown adjustable leather shoulder strap (50 in. (127...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

CELINE Vintage Gold Tone Logo Cuff Bracelet
CELINE Vintage Gold Tone Logo Cuff Bracelet

CELINE Vintage Gold Tone Logo Cuff Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Nice, FR

CELINE vintage gold-tone cuff bracelet, featuring three openwork rings embossed with CELINE PARIS.

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Materials

Gilt Metal

Celine Gold tone Logo Circular Clip On Earrings
Celine Gold tone Logo Circular Clip On Earrings

Celine Gold tone Logo Circular Clip On Earrings

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine gold-tone logo-engraved circular clip-on earrings featuring a round shape, a back clip closure.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

1990s Equestrian Inspired Silk Scarf by Celine Paris
1990s Equestrian Inspired Silk Scarf by Celine Paris

1990s Equestrian Inspired Silk Scarf by Celine Paris

By Celine

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This authentic vintage Celine Paris silk scarf from the 1990s is a stunning example of the fashion house's enduring elegance and equestrian-inspired heritage.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Celine Navy Double Breasted Rare Vicuna Wool Coat
Celine Navy Double Breasted Rare Vicuna Wool Coat

Celine Navy Double Breasted Rare Vicuna Wool Coat

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine navy Vicuna wool double-breasted coat featuring double-breasted closure, long sleeves, front patch pockets, vicuna wool-cashmere blend.

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Vintage Celine Rope & Pulley Motif Silk Scarf
Vintage Celine Rope & Pulley Motif Silk Scarf

Vintage Celine Rope & Pulley Motif Silk Scarf

By Celine

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Vintage Celine Rope & Pulley Motif Silk Scarf showcases a captivating blend of purplish-pink, grey, and cream hues.

Category

Late 20th Century Celine Vintage

Celine Paris Black Dress and Jacket
Celine Paris Black Dress and Jacket

Celine Paris Black Dress and Jacket

By Celine

Located in Sharon, CT

Ensemble black spaghetti straps short black dress and a long black jacket. Both in the same stretchy horizontal geometric woven design fabric. Dress is an EU 40, and the jacket EU 3...

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Vintage Iconic CELINE PARIS Logo Gilt Horsebit Brooch
Vintage Iconic CELINE PARIS Logo Gilt Horsebit Brooch

Vintage Iconic CELINE PARIS Logo Gilt Horsebit Brooch

By Celine

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Iconic CELINE PARIS Logo Gilt Horsebit Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic CELINE PARIS. - Iconic horsebit brooch. - Gold tone hardware. - Signed CELINE LE Made in Italy. - Mi...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Celine 1990s Brown Leather Gold Tone Belt
Celine 1990s Brown Leather Gold Tone Belt

Celine 1990s Brown Leather Gold Tone Belt

By Celine

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Whether you're looking to cinch a chic dress or elevate your favorite pair of jeans, this Celine belt is the perfect choice. Embrace the classic charm and enduring quality of Celine ...

Category

1990s Italian Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Navy Wool Gabardine Pleated Skirt
1970s Celine Navy Wool Gabardine Pleated Skirt

1970s Celine Navy Wool Gabardine Pleated Skirt

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970's classic Celine navy blue wool gabardine skirt with half navy leather and gold belt at waistband.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Blue and Red Triomphe Shoulder Bag
1970s Celine Blue and Red Triomphe Shoulder Bag

1970s Celine Blue and Red Triomphe Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine « Triomphe » Blue canvas and red leather shoulder bag featuring an iconic « Triomphe » front detail, a top zip opening, a red leather adjustable strap and an inside logo stamp.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Purple Skirt and Sweater Ensemble
1970s Celine Purple Skirt and Sweater Ensemble

1970s Celine Purple Skirt and Sweater Ensemble

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Classic and timeless Celine 100% wool jewel tone purple cardigan and gabardine skirt ensemble from the 1970's.

Category

1960s French Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Pink Cotton Denim Wrap Skirt
1970s Celine Pink Cotton Denim Wrap Skirt

1970s Celine Pink Cotton Denim Wrap Skirt

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970s Celine cotton denim wrap style skirt. High waisted with ribbed waistband.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

1970's Celine Equestrian Theme Square Silk Scarf
1970's Celine Equestrian Theme Square Silk Scarf

1970's Celine Equestrian Theme Square Silk Scarf

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970's Celine equestrian theme square silk scarf in lovely combination of navy, white, gold and green.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine Pave Gold Chain Door Knocker Earrings
Celine Pave Gold Chain Door Knocker Earrings

Celine Pave Gold Chain Door Knocker Earrings

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Imposing scale and beautifully crafted for Celine in Italy. 1989 France. 3" x 1.25". France 1989.

Category

1980s French Modern Celine Vintage

Materials

Gilt Metal

Celine Black Silk Mini Dress, Size 42
Celine Black Silk Mini Dress, Size 42

Celine Black Silk Mini Dress, Size 42

By Celine

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: Black 100% silk asymmetrical style dress designed by Celine, featuring mini length and silver tone rear zip closure.

Category

Late 20th Century French Celine Vintage

Celine Gold Tone Round Caleche and Chain Key Ring
Celine Gold Tone Round Caleche and Chain Key Ring

Celine Gold Tone Round Caleche and Chain Key Ring

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine gold-tone round “Caleche” key ring featuring a gold-tone chain, a round silver-tone with a gold-tone center with a logo “Caleche” pitted all around.

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

1970s Celine Red Wool Knit Cardigan with Chains
1970s Celine Red Wool Knit Cardigan with Chains

1970s Celine Red Wool Knit Cardigan with Chains

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970s Celine bright red ribbed wool cardigan. V neckline with large gold tone metal buttons.

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

Celine Silver Tone Triomphe Tie Clip and Cufflinks Set
Celine Silver Tone Triomphe Tie Clip and Cufflinks Set

Celine Silver Tone Triomphe Tie Clip and Cufflinks Set

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine silver-tone “Triomphe” cuff- links and tie logo link set featuring a silver-tone ground, a front “Triomphe” design in a black oval and gold-tone outline.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Celine Silver-tone “Triomphe” Tie Clip And Cufflinks Set
Celine Silver-tone “Triomphe” Tie Clip And Cufflinks Set

Celine Silver-tone “Triomphe” Tie Clip And Cufflinks Set

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Celine Silver-tone “Triomphe” cufflinks and tie logo link set featuring a silver-tone ground, a gold-tone front “Triomphe” design and a black and gold-tone outline.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Black wool pleated skirt with chain embellishment CELINE
Black wool pleated skirt with chain embellishment CELINE

Black wool pleated skirt with chain embellishment CELINE

By Celine

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black wool pleated skirt with chain embellishment on the top front . Acetate lining. Zip and hook&eye closure on the side back. SIZE 48 (Fr) XL

Category

1970s French Celine Vintage

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Celine Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary celine vintage for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Gray, Beige and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a celine vintage from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Celine, Michael Kors and Chanel are consistently popular. Finding a celine vintage for sale for women should be easy, but there are 74 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Celine Vintage?

On average, a celine vintage on 1stDibs sells for $524, while they’re typically $69 on the low end and $42,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Celine for sale on 1stDibs

Now renowned for chic womenswear as well as luxury leather handbags that are often recognized for their iconic gold-tone fastening and hardware, French fashion house Celine got its start in children’s shoes.

In 1945, Céline Vipiana and her husband, Richard, opened a made-to-measure shoe shop for children at 52 rue de Malte in Paris. Designer Céline’s name graced the business, alongside a red elephant designed by French cartoonist Raymond Peynet that served as the company’s first logo.

In 1967, following an expansion into women’s shoes and leather accessories, the Vipianas decided to expand their company’s reach into women’s ready-to-wear, focusing on high-end sportswear. Céline Vipiana, who remained chief designer until her death in 1997, would oversee a range of fashion that would reach an international audience with a pared-down elegance and timeless style.

The company quickly achieved widespread success with its new offerings, most notably its trench coat, which became a staple for the brand. In the 1970s, they expanded outside Paris with boutiques in Monte Carlo, Beverly Hills and Hong Kong. In 1973, Céline Vipiana, inspired by chain links around the Arc de Triomphe, debuted the Blazon Chaîne motif of interlocking C’s. She began using it on a printed canvas and branding as well as accents on accessories, such as the Triomphe bag.

Vipiana’s designs were created to appeal as everyday fashion: Celine skirts, suits, fitted shirts, vests and coats were stylish but rooted in practicality. Quality, too, was paramount; Vipiana’s determination to deliver the best possible leather led to the opening of a studio in Florence, where the brand created its leather goods.

Vipiana died a year after her brand was acquired by Bernard Arnault’s luxury conglomerate LVMH for about $540 million. American designer Michael Kors then took the helm as creative director. Kors, too, was known for practical but chic ready-to-wear. He introduced such luxury staples as cashmere sets, smartly tailored pants and simple slip dresses, plus themed collections around jet-setter locales like Monte Carlo and Tahiti. Following Kors’s departure in 2004, onetime Burberry designer Roberto Menichetti took the job for just a year. He was followed by designer Phoebe Philo, the young British designer who is now credited with establishing Celine’s 21st-century style.

Philo created a distinct, minimal style that channeled the brand’s roots of practical simplicity with luxury materials. (“I just thought I’d clean it up,” she quipped of her debut collection in 2010.) Over the course of ten years, Philo turned the company into a beloved fixture of the fashion industry. In 2018, after Philo’s departure, the house tapped Hedi Slimane, former creative director of Yves Saint Laurent, as its new leader; he caused a stir when he famously removed the accent from the brand name. Controversial though it was, Slimane maintained it was a return to the label’s roots: an exercise in strong simplicity.

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