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Celine Vintage Equestrina Gray Beige Silk Foulard Scarf, 1980s
Celine Vintage Equestrina Gray Beige Silk Foulard Scarf, 1980s

Celine Vintage Equestrina Gray Beige Silk Foulard Scarf, 1980s

By Celine

Located in Brindisi, IT

Celine scarf in gray and beige, 100% silk. There are drawings of horse heads at the four edges inside there are drawn the multicolored bridle.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Vintage Beige Celine Fabric with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow
Vintage Beige Celine Fabric with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow

Vintage Beige Celine Fabric with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow

By Celine

Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland

The French designer brand was founded in 1945 by Céline Vipiana who remained a designer until as recently as 1997.

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Celine Vintage

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Celine By Michael Kors Beaded & Chantilly Lace Evening Dress
Celine By Michael Kors Beaded & Chantilly Lace Evening Dress

Celine By Michael Kors Beaded & Chantilly Lace Evening Dress

By Celine

Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong

This Celine evening dress is made by Michael Kors in 90'S, it's styled with both trendy and classic two material dress.

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

Celine Vintage Gold Logo Chain Link Mariner Charm Waist Belt
Celine Vintage Gold Logo Chain Link Mariner Charm Waist Belt

Celine Vintage Gold Logo Chain Link Mariner Charm Waist Belt

By Celine

Located in Chicago, IL

Celine Vintage Gold Logo Chain Link Charm Waist Belt Metal Gold tone Hook closure Width 0.5" Total adjustable length 39" 100% authenticity guaranteed

Category

20th Century Celine Vintage

Vintage bag Celine Black Leather and gold tone Circa 1990
Vintage bag Celine Black Leather and gold tone Circa 1990

Vintage bag Celine Black Leather and gold tone Circa 1990

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Celine Bag Circa 1990 Black Leather Two part inside Very Good condition Gold Tone Very Nice and Rare vintage Celine Bag Dimensions: 22cm Width 18cm Height Coming with the...

Category

1990s French Celine Vintage

WOW Celine of Paris Black Suede Shoulder or Clutch Bag
WOW Celine of Paris Black Suede Shoulder or Clutch Bag

WOW Celine of Paris Black Suede Shoulder or Clutch Bag

By Celine

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

This classic beautiful vintage shoulder bag by Celine of Paris, is finished in black calf-suede with gold-tone hardware.

Category

Late 20th Century French Celine Vintage

Celine Brown Wool with Leather Trim Wrap Skirt Size 6.
Celine Brown Wool with Leather Trim Wrap Skirt Size 6.

Celine Brown Wool with Leather Trim Wrap Skirt Size 6.

By Celine

Located in Atlanta, GA

Celine 1970s wrap wool skirt with brown leather trim with 6 buttons size 6.

Category

1970s Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Zip 870610 Brown Coated Canvas Tote
Céline Macadam Monogram Zip 870610 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

Céline Macadam Monogram Zip 870610 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.33 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 11 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 865631 Brown Canvas Satchel
Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 865631 Brown Canvas Satchel

Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 865631 Brown Canvas Satchel

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 24 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Unknown Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Bucket 866314 Brown Coated Canvas Tote
Céline Macadam Monogram Bucket 866314 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

Céline Macadam Monogram Bucket 866314 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 866379 Brown Coated Canvas Tote
Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 866379 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 866379 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

(Outside Flaws) Minor rubs on the leather parts (Outside Flaws) Minor stains partially (Shoulder) Minor rubs on a part of shoulder strap Minor spots on a part of shoulder strap Minor...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 866754 Brown Coated Canvas Tote
Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 866754 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 866754 Brown Coated Canvas Tote

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 15.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 39 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 28 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Tote 867027 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
Céline Macadam Monogram Tote 867027 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel

Céline Macadam Monogram Tote 867027 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 11.4 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 29 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Chinese Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 2way 868364 Brown Coated Tote
Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 2way 868364 Brown Coated Tote

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper 2way 868364 Brown Coated Tote

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.33 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 11 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Vintage Celine Olive Brown 100% Silk Blouse with Scarf Bow
Vintage Celine Olive Brown 100% Silk Blouse with Scarf Bow

Vintage Celine Olive Brown 100% Silk Blouse with Scarf Bow

By Celine

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is a beautiful Celine 100%silk blouse with an olive brown & black print.

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag

By Celine

Located in Chicago, IL

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag Monogram canvas Leather trim Leather lining Gold tone hardware Made in Italy Handle drop 4" Measures 9" W x 8...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag

By Celine

Located in Chicago, IL

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag Monogram canvas Leather trim Leather lining Gold tone hardware Made in Italy Handle drop 4" Measures 9" W x 8...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag

By Celine

Located in Chicago, IL

Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag Monogram canvas Leather trim Leather lining Gold tone hardware Made in Italy Handle drop 4" Measures 9" W x 8...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

FINAL SALE Vintage Celine Paris Velvet Embroidered and Sequin Evening Jacket
FINAL SALE Vintage Celine Paris Velvet Embroidered and Sequin Evening Jacket

FINAL SALE Vintage Celine Paris Velvet Embroidered and Sequin Evening Jacket

By Celine

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A stunning and dazzling vintage black and gold jacket by Celine Paris in great condition. Size: Approximately L Measurements: Shoulder to Shoulder 46 cm / 18.1 inch Arms 57 cm / ...

Category

1980s French Celine Vintage

Céline Gourmette Hobo Chain 9cer0613 Mustard Yellow Suede Shoulder Bag
Céline Gourmette Hobo Chain 9cer0613 Mustard Yellow Suede Shoulder Bag

Céline Gourmette Hobo Chain 9cer0613 Mustard Yellow Suede Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: F-MP 0133 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 5.5" Height: 11" Shoulder strap drop: " Handle drop: 10" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Cabas Phantom Luggage Dark 16cez0129 Red Suede Leather Satchel
Céline Cabas Phantom Luggage Dark 16cez0129 Red Suede Leather Satchel

Céline Cabas Phantom Luggage Dark 16cez0129 Red Suede Leather Satchel

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: W LA 0164 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 10.25" Height: 11" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Retail $3100 Signs o...

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20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle865697 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle865697 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle865697 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.26 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 21 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 23 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Unknown Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Tote 866182 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
Céline Macadam Monogram Tote 866182 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag

Céline Macadam Monogram Tote 866182 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.4 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 29 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Hobo Monogram 866311 Black Calfskin Leather Shoulder Bag
Céline Macadam Hobo Monogram 866311 Black Calfskin Leather Shoulder Bag

Céline Macadam Hobo Monogram 866311 Black Calfskin Leather Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.54 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 9 cm(approx) H...

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20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Vintage Celine beige macadam and blason pattern shoulder bag with golden motif.
Vintage Celine beige macadam and blason pattern shoulder bag with golden motif.

Vintage Celine beige macadam and blason pattern shoulder bag with golden motif.

By Celine

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

Classic bag from Celine Diffusion line. Introducing another classic vintage Celine bag in its iconic blason monogram with leather trimmings from the 80's CELINE DIFFUSION collection.

Category

1980s Italian Celine Vintage

Celine vintage gold choker with gemstones RARE 'one of a kind'
Celine vintage gold choker with gemstones RARE 'one of a kind'

Celine vintage gold choker with gemstones RARE 'one of a kind'

By Celine

Located in SOUTH YARRA, VIC

6.5cm wide 38cm total length total of 7 gemstones which are all in tact securely excellent vintage condition

Category

1990s Italian Empire Celine Vintage

Materials

Gold

Vintage Celine golden necklace with macadam logo charm, faux pearls, and crystal
Vintage Celine golden necklace with macadam logo charm, faux pearls, and crystal

Vintage Celine golden necklace with macadam logo charm, faux pearls, and crystal

By Celine

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

1990s. Vintage Celine gold chain necklace with blason and macadam logo charm, faux pearls, and crystal charms.

Category

1990s Italian Celine Vintage

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage Celine olive green, khaki, leather hobo bucket shoulder bag with logo.
Vintage Celine olive green, khaki, leather hobo bucket shoulder bag with logo.

Vintage Celine olive green, khaki, leather hobo bucket shoulder bag with logo.

By Celine

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

1990s. Vintage Celine olive green, khaki, leather hobo bucket shoulder bag with drawstrings and logo motif. classic purse. unisex use.

Category

1990s Italian Celine Vintage

Vintage CELINE brown beige traditional C and horse and carriage pattern clutch
Vintage CELINE brown beige traditional C and horse and carriage pattern clutch

Vintage CELINE brown beige traditional C and horse and carriage pattern clutch

By Celine

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

1980s. Vintage CELINE brown beige traditional C and horse and carriage pattern clutch purse, mini document case with leather trimmings.

Category

1980s Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Duffle Boston 870649 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Duffle Boston 870649 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Duffle Boston 870649 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 16.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 41 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.26 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 21 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 22 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Duffle Boston Extra Large Convertible Cruiser 870647 Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Duffle Boston Extra Large Convertible Cruiser 870647 Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Duffle Boston Extra Large Convertible Cruiser 870647 Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 25.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 65 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 20 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Duffle Boston 870635 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Duffle Boston 870635 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Duffle Boston 870635 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 17.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 45 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 23 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870347 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870347 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870347 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 20 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870335 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870335 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870335 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 19.2 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 49 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.6 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 27 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 23 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870363 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870363 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870363 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 13.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 34 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 17 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870196 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870196 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 870196 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 19.6 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 50 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 26 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 24 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 865882 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 865882 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 865882 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 16.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 43 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.6 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 27 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 22 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Unknown Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 866114 Brown Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 866114 Brown Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 866114 Brown Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 19.6 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 50 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 26 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 22 cm(approx) ...

Category

20th Century Unknown Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 866211 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 866211 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 866211 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 17.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 45 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.26 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 21 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 8.26 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 21 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Unknown Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 866504 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 866504 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Duffle 866504 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 17.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 45 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 24 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 866475 Brown Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 866475 Brown Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

Céline Macadam Boston Monogram Duffle 866475 Brown Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 22 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian Celine Vintage

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper Tote 866564 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper Tote 866564 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag

Céline Macadam Monogram Shopper Tote 866564 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 15.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 39 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 28 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian 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.

Find vintage Celine day dresses, handbags and other items on 1stDibs.

Questions About Celine
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Celine is a luxury brand. The French fashion house carefully selects fine materials like natural calfskin leather, cashmere and organza silk for its pieces. Plus, skilled artisans craft every item, primarily at Celine's factories in Italy. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Celine apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell what year your Celine bag is, look inside for the date code. You may find it embossed directly on the lining or displayed on a tag sewn into the lining. The code will consist of three sets of numerals separated by hyphens. With most bags, the first and third digits refer to the week of production, and the second and fourth numbers tell you the year of production. For example, 1135 would appear on a bag made the 13th week of 2015. With some older bags, the date code is in sequential order, with the first two digits corresponding to the week and the final two representing the year. Find a range of Celine bags on 1stDibs.