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Chanel 1989-1991 White Lambskin Trapezium Shape Flap Bag
Chanel 1989-1991 White Lambskin Trapezium Shape Flap Bag

Chanel 1989-1991 White Lambskin Trapezium Shape Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel 1989-1991 White Lambskin Trapezium Shape Flap Bag These are professional photos of the

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1980s French Shoulder Bags

CHANEL 1989 Fall Runway Blue Tweed Jacket 36 FR
CHANEL 1989 Fall Runway Blue Tweed Jacket 36 FR

CHANEL 1989 Fall Runway Blue Tweed Jacket 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · 1989 Fall Runway Blue Tweed Jacket with 64-karat Gold CC Buttons — A Work of Absolute

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1980s Jackets

Chanel 1989 Mini Vintage Lambskin Crossbody Classic Flap Bag
Chanel 1989 Mini Vintage Lambskin Crossbody Classic Flap Bag

Chanel 1989 Mini Vintage Lambskin Crossbody Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Mini Vintage Lambskin Crossbody Classic Flap Bag 1989 {VINTAGE 34 Years} Gold hardware

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1989 Rare Vintage Octogonal Croc Leather Shoulder Bag Flap
Chanel 1989 Rare Vintage Octogonal Croc Leather Shoulder Bag Flap

Chanel 1989 Rare Vintage Octogonal Croc Leather Shoulder Bag Flap

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Vintage Octogonal Croc Leather Shoulder Bag Flap Year: 1989 {Vintage 35 Years} 24 K

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1980s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel 1989 Two Tone Black and White Vintage Flap Bag
Chanel 1989 Two Tone Black and White Vintage Flap Bag

Chanel 1989 Two Tone Black and White Vintage Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Two Tone Black and White Vintage Flap Bag 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Lamsbkin leather Classic

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel jeweled bag 1989's
Chanel jeweled bag 1989's

Chanel jeweled bag 1989's

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Black quilted satin bag trimmed with lambskin leather. Snap closure on

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1980s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel evening bag 1989-1991
Chanel evening bag 1989-1991

Chanel evening bag 1989-1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Quilted purple silk evening bag with golden metal chain handle and

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1980s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel pink bag 1989-1991
Chanel pink bag 1989-1991

Chanel pink bag 1989-1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Quilted purple leather bag with pink panama straw. Red leather lining

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage Chanel Kitten heels with Gripoix buckles, 1989
Vintage Chanel Kitten heels with Gripoix buckles, 1989

Vintage Chanel Kitten heels with Gripoix buckles, 1989

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Chanel kitten heels with gripoix buckles Year: 1989 Condition: Very good. Light

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1980s French Shoes

Chanel bag 'Micro Classic' 1989/1991 Collection
Chanel bag 'Micro Classic' 1989/1991 Collection

Chanel bag 'Micro Classic' 1989/1991 Collection

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Quilted black satin Micro Classic bag. Press stud fastening on a flap

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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Jewel Bag in Black Velvet, 1989 / 1991
Chanel Jewel Bag in Black Velvet, 1989 / 1991

Chanel Jewel Bag in Black Velvet, 1989 / 1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Bag in black quilted velvet and jewel closure in gold metal and glass

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1880s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Leather and Fabric Bag Collection, 1989/1991
Chanel Leather and Fabric Bag Collection, 1989/1991

Chanel Leather and Fabric Bag Collection, 1989/1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel (Made in France) Bag made of navy fabric and quilted leather. Serial number inside. 1989

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl

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1980s French Wedding Dresses

Chanel Karl Lagerfeld 1989 Camelia black red printed skirt
Chanel Karl Lagerfeld 1989 Camelia black red printed skirt

Chanel Karl Lagerfeld 1989 Camelia black red printed skirt

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique

Located in CANNES, FR

Chanel X Karl Lagerfeld circa 1989 Black cotton and viscose skirt printed with a red camellia

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1880s A-Line Skirts

Borsa A Tracolla Chanel Maxi Jumbo In Pelle Liscia Oro 1989/1991
Borsa A Tracolla Chanel Maxi Jumbo In Pelle Liscia Oro 1989/1991

Borsa A Tracolla Chanel Maxi Jumbo In Pelle Liscia Oro 1989/1991

By Chanel

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Borsa firmata Chanel, modello Maxi Jumbo, linea vintage Big Logo, realizzata in pelle liscia

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Early 20th Century Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel golden belt
Chanel golden belt

Chanel golden belt

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal belt with an openwork buckle set with rhinestones

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1980s French Belts

1980s Chanel Grey Wool Dress with Coco Chanel Buttons
1980s Chanel Grey Wool Dress with Coco Chanel Buttons

1980s Chanel Grey Wool Dress with Coco Chanel Buttons

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chanel grey wool long sleeve dress from the 1980s. Very 'Working Girl', this Chanel dress is

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1980s French Day Dresses

Chanel Red Tweed Coat
Chanel Red Tweed Coat

Chanel Red Tweed Coat

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Make an unforgettable impression with our Chanel tweed jacket finished in red.This Chanel has all

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1980s Coats

Chanel jersey bag 1982s
Chanel jersey bag 1982s

Chanel jersey bag 1982s

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Black lamb leather and quilted jersey bag with a silvery and golden metal

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1980s Chanel Silk blouse
1980s Chanel Silk blouse

1980s Chanel Silk blouse

By Chanel

Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU

A beautiful vintage CHANEL silk satin blouse shirt from the 1980s. Features CC pearl buttons at

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1980s French Blouses and Tops

Chanel - Vintage sunglasses
Chanel - Vintage sunglasses

Chanel - Vintage sunglasses

By Chanel

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Chanel vintage sunglasses made in the late 1980s / early 1990s Brand Chanel Color Brown Made

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1980s French Sunglasses

1982 Chanel Medallion chain belt
1982 Chanel Medallion chain belt

1982 Chanel Medallion chain belt

By Chanel

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This stunning Vintage Chanel chain belt from the 1982 is a definitive statement piece. Meticulously

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1980s Belts

Chanel Silk Scarf 1985
Chanel Silk Scarf 1985

Chanel Silk Scarf 1985

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Silk Scarf 1985. Beautiful Chanel scarf in good condition representing Coco Chanel wearing

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1980s French Scarves

Chanel 1984 chain leather belt
Chanel 1984 chain leather belt

Chanel 1984 chain leather belt

By Chanel

Located in CANNES, FR

Chanel 1984 Chain belt in gilded metal interlaced with black lambskin leather, triple row. Signed

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1980s Belts

Chanel Navy Silk Scarf
Chanel Navy Silk Scarf

Chanel Navy Silk Scarf

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel navy silk scarf featuring a multicolored jewel print and logo print and a top logo signature

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1980s French Scarves

CHANEL Dress Vintage CHANEL Classic CC Logos Double Breasted
CHANEL Dress Vintage CHANEL Classic CC Logos Double Breasted

CHANEL Dress Vintage CHANEL Classic CC Logos Double Breasted

By Chanel, Chanel Boutique

Located in London, GB

CHANEL Dress Vintage CHANEL Classic CC Logos Double Breasted A Chanel rare stunning timeless

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1980s French Casual Dresses

Chanel dress Haute Couture
Chanel dress Haute Couture

Chanel dress Haute Couture

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Strap dress made of pink silk muslin crepe. 1981 Spring-Summer Collection

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1980s French Babydoll Day Dresses

Chanel Jewel Golden Belt
Chanel Jewel Golden Belt

Chanel Jewel Golden Belt

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel -Golden metal belt with glass paste. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 81.5 cm

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1980s French Belts

Chanel camellia belt Haute Couture
Chanel camellia belt Haute Couture

Chanel camellia belt Haute Couture

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal chain belt with a camellia buckle. A Haute Couture design

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1980s French Belts

Chanel Ruthenium Chain Belt
Chanel Ruthenium Chain Belt

Chanel Ruthenium Chain Belt

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Superb ruthenium CHANEL chain belt fall winter 2008. One of the pearl is adorned with a CC mark

Category

1980s French Belts

Chanel belt
Chanel belt

Chanel belt

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Black leather belt with a golden metal medallion. Condition: Very good

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1980s French Belts

Chanel Chain Perfume Bottle 80s Belt
Chanel Chain Perfume Bottle 80s Belt

Chanel Chain Perfume Bottle 80s Belt

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Chain Perfume Bottle Charm belt is gold plated with multiple chain layers and a perfume

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1980s French Belts

Chanel Vintage Gold Coin Belt/Necklace
Chanel Vintage Gold Coin Belt/Necklace

Chanel Vintage Gold Coin Belt/Necklace

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Vintage Gold Coin Belt/Necklace features a large link throughout and a CC medallion coin

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1980s French Belts

Chanel bag
Chanel bag

Chanel bag

$10,164

Chanel bag

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Black crocodile 'camera' bag. Zipper and golden metal double handle

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1980s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Vintage Matelassé Flap Bag
Chanel Vintage Matelassé Flap Bag

Chanel Vintage Matelassé Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Glasgow, GB

From circa 1986, this Vintage Flap handbag from Chanel isCrafted in navy matelassé lambskin leather

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1980s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Jewellery Golden Metal Belt
Chanel Jewellery Golden Metal Belt

Chanel Jewellery Golden Metal Belt

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal belt with glass paste in green and red tones. Signature on

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1980s French Belts

Chanel Anchor Tie Circa 1980s
Chanel Anchor Tie Circa 1980s

Chanel Anchor Tie Circa 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Make waves with this rare nautical Chanel silk tie circa 1980s! All aboard into this super fun

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1980s Italian Ties

Chanel Black Overstitched Jersey Bag
Chanel Black Overstitched Jersey Bag

Chanel Black Overstitched Jersey Bag

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel -Black overstitched jersey bag. Old model. Good condition. To note, wear of the fabric

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1980s French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Bag

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - Black quilted jersey bag with gold metal attributes. Additional information: Dimensions

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Quilted Velvet Crescent Mini
Chanel Quilted Velvet Crescent Mini

Chanel Quilted Velvet Crescent Mini

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Quilted Vintage Velvet Crescent shaped Mini with piped corded edges. Lined in signature

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1980s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel sunglasses 1988
Chanel sunglasses 1988

Chanel sunglasses 1988

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Black bakelite sunglasses, arms ornamented with a wide quilted black

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1980s French Sunglasses

Chanel Rare 80's Oversize Charm Belt
Chanel Rare 80's Oversize Charm Belt

Chanel Rare 80's Oversize Charm Belt

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Chanel charm belt is a vinatge piece from the 80's and features a thick curb link chain from

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1980s French Belts

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Chanel 1989 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary chanel 1989 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Gray and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect chanel 1989 may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Chanel 1989?

On average, a chanel 1989 on 1stDibs sells for $1,562, while they’re typically $120 on the low end and $52,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About Chanel
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.