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Chanel sequined pumps
Chanel sequined pumps

Chanel sequined pumps

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Black patent leather pumps with blue sequins. Condition: Very good

Category

Early 2000s French Shoes

Chanel Vintage Tie Dye Messenger Bag
Chanel Vintage Tie Dye Messenger Bag

Chanel Vintage Tie Dye Messenger Bag

$4,920

H 10.6 in W 11.8 in L 20.8 in

Chanel Vintage Tie Dye Messenger Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Tie Dye Crossbody Waist Bag black/white adjustable shoulder strap logo patch to the

Category

Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel jacket 2000
Chanel jacket 2000

Chanel jacket 2000

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Green jacket with a colorful silk muslin lining. A 2000 Collection, under

Category

Early 2000s French Jackets

Chanel Cotton Colour Blocking  Sweater/Dress
Chanel Cotton Colour Blocking  Sweater/Dress

Chanel Cotton Colour Blocking Sweater/Dress

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel colour blocking pullover sweater/dress from pre 2008 collection. - Featuring a number

Category

Early 2000s Pullovers

Chanel sequined pumps
Chanel sequined pumps

Chanel sequined pumps

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Black patent leather pumps with blue sequins. Condition: Very good

Category

Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Chanel Turnlock Slingback Backpack Suede Leather Brown
Chanel Turnlock Slingback Backpack Suede Leather Brown

Chanel Turnlock Slingback Backpack Suede Leather Brown

By Chanel

Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT

Authentic Chanel brown turn-lock brown leather and suede one-shoulder slingback backpack. Features

Category

Early 2000s European Backpacks

CHANEL Black Skirt in Tweed 36FR
CHANEL Black Skirt in Tweed 36FR

CHANEL Black Skirt in Tweed 36FR

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful Chanel split skirt in black tweed, size 36 Condition: excellent Made in France Color

Category

Early 2000s French Skirts

Chanel Multi Coloured Canvas Printed Flats
Chanel Multi Coloured Canvas Printed Flats

Chanel Multi Coloured Canvas Printed Flats

$568Sale Price|47% Off

Size: 39

Chanel Multi Coloured Canvas Printed Flats

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel multi coloured canvas printed flats. - Size 39.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Shoes

CHANEL Rare Collectible Beige Sequin Tweed Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL Rare Collectible Beige Sequin Tweed Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL Rare Collectible Beige Sequin Tweed Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Collectible Beige Sequin Tweed Jacket — Runway of the 2001 Fall Collection by Karl

Category

Early 2000s Jackets

Chanel Size 40 Black Floral Swimsuit
Chanel Size 40 Black Floral Swimsuit

Chanel Size 40 Black Floral Swimsuit

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Chanel swim? Name something better! This is an early 2000's gem! Nothing get's more lux than Chanel

Category

Early 2000s French Swimwear

Chanel Coin Medallion Saddle Messenger 2003
Chanel Coin Medallion Saddle Messenger 2003

Chanel Coin Medallion Saddle Messenger 2003

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Coin Medallion Saddle Messenger Leather Small. A collectible item that is ideal for

Category

Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Pink Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top
Chanel Pink Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top

Chanel Pink Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top

$788Sale Price|20% Off

Size: 40

Chanel Pink Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage Chanel pink nylon spandex sleeveless top from year spring 2000 collection. - Size 40

Category

Early 2000s French Blouses and Tops

Chanel Orange Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top
Chanel Orange Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top

Chanel Orange Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top

$788Sale Price|20% Off

Size: 42

Chanel Orange Nylon Spandex Sleeveless Top

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage Chanel orange nylon spandex sleeveless top from year spring 2000 collection. - Size 42

Category

Early 2000s French Tank Tops

Chanel White Pocket in the City Tote
Chanel White Pocket in the City Tote

Chanel White Pocket in the City Tote

By Chanel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Chanel White Caviar Pocket in the City Large Tote in very good condition. Cream white glazed caviar

Category

Early 2000s Tote Bags

Chanel Vintage Brown and Tan Reading Glasses
Chanel Vintage Brown and Tan Reading Glasses

Chanel Vintage Brown and Tan Reading Glasses

By Chanel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Chanel Vintage Brown and Tan Reading Glasses in excellent condition. Brown acrylic with unique two

Category

Early 2000s Sunglasses

CHANEL Collectors CC Logo Vintage Puffer Jacket 40 FR
CHANEL Collectors CC Logo Vintage Puffer Jacket 40 FR

CHANEL Collectors CC Logo Vintage Puffer Jacket 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Rare Collectible CC Logo Lettering Puffer Jacket — Early 2000s Collection · Karl Lagerfeld

Category

Early 2000s Jackets

Off-white cashmere long cardigan CHANEL
Off-white cashmere long cardigan CHANEL

Off-white cashmere long cardigan CHANEL

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white cashmere long cardigan with branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. Ribs on the waist , bottom edge and cuff SIZE 48 (Fr) XL

Category

Early 2000s British Cardigans

Chanel 2013 Grey Fur CC Flap Bag
Chanel 2013 Grey Fur CC Flap Bag

Chanel 2013 Grey Fur CC Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Rare Chanel 2013 CC flap bag in grey fur, silver hardware. Condition: Good. Packing/accessories

Category

Early 2000s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHANEL Purple Lizard Mini Belt Bag
CHANEL Purple Lizard Mini Belt Bag

CHANEL Purple Lizard Mini Belt Bag

$5,005

H 3.55 in W 1.38 in L 5.91 in

CHANEL Purple Lizard Mini Belt Bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage CHANEL Purple Lizard Mini Belt Bag. The hardware is in matte silver metal. Worn on the

Category

Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Tweed chevron double breasted jacket CHANEL
Tweed chevron double breasted jacket CHANEL

Tweed chevron double breasted jacket CHANEL

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Tweed chevron double breasted jacket . No fabric composition tag but the shel fabric is probably a mix of wool and silk with silver threads. The branded lining is in silk. Shoulder p...

Category

Early 2000s European Double-Breasted Jackets

Chanel denim jacket with CC sequins pockets
Chanel denim jacket with CC sequins pockets

Chanel denim jacket with CC sequins pockets

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel denim jacket from 2000 collection. - CC sequins slip pockets. - CC denim bottons

Category

Early 2000s French Jackets

2001 Chanel Purple Jacket with Horizontal Stripes
2001 Chanel Purple Jacket with Horizontal Stripes

2001 Chanel Purple Jacket with Horizontal Stripes

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel Spring 2001 jacket designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Woven from a soft aubergine-purple wool-silk

Category

Early 2000s French Jackets

Chanel Cashmere Dress with 'CC' Logo & Phoenix Embroidery
Chanel Cashmere Dress with 'CC' Logo & Phoenix Embroidery

Chanel Cashmere Dress with 'CC' Logo & Phoenix Embroidery

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Chanel Cashmere Dress with 'CC' Logo & Phoenix Embroidery Black knee-length dress

Category

Early 2000s Casual Dresses

Chanel Extra Mini Royal Blue Classic Bag
Chanel Extra Mini Royal Blue Classic Bag

Chanel Extra Mini Royal Blue Classic Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Mini Flap Bag in Royal blue, diamond quilted lambskin leather. This bag has the classic

Category

Early 2000s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Black Vinyl & Mesh Sports Line Duffle Bag
Chanel Black Vinyl & Mesh Sports Line Duffle Bag

Chanel Black Vinyl & Mesh Sports Line Duffle Bag

$1,198

H 7.88 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in

Chanel Black Vinyl & Mesh Sports Line Duffle Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Vinyl & Mesh Sports Line Duffle Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4507 Brand: Chanel

Category

Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top
Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top

Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top

$1,264Sale Price|20% Off

Size: 44

Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top from spring/summer 2001 collection. - Size 44. - 70

Category

Early 2000s French Blousons

Chanel Chocolate Bar CC Quilted Leather
Chanel Chocolate Bar CC Quilted Leather

Chanel Chocolate Bar CC Quilted Leather

$3,840

H 6.5 in W 10.5 in D 3 in

Chanel Chocolate Bar CC Quilted Leather

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This chocolate bar bag is crafted from black leather with Chanel's signature square stitching and

Category

Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel XXL Red Patent Mademoiselle Bag
Chanel XXL Red Patent Mademoiselle Bag

Chanel XXL Red Patent Mademoiselle Bag

$2,399Sale Price|20% Off

H 11 in W 7 in L 17 in

Chanel XXL Red Patent Mademoiselle Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel xxl red patent leather mademoiselle bag with silver tone hardware. Darkening is visible

Category

Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Calfskin Boston Travel Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Calfskin Boston Travel Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Calfskin Boston Travel Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Chanel Quilted Black Caviar leather boston bag. Condition: Really good. Packing/accessories

Category

Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

Vintage Chanel Multicolor Canvas Clover Camera Bag
Vintage Chanel Multicolor Canvas Clover Camera Bag

Vintage Chanel Multicolor Canvas Clover Camera Bag

$1,650

H 5.91 in W 1.97 in L 7.49 in

Vintage Chanel Multicolor Canvas Clover Camera Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Chanel vintage camera bag in canvas. Overall still in good condition with minor rubbing on the

Category

Early 2000s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Pink Canvas Boston Style Handbag
Chanel Pink Canvas Boston Style Handbag

Chanel Pink Canvas Boston Style Handbag

$1,796Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.67 in W 4.73 in L 11.82 in

Chanel Pink Canvas Boston Style Handbag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel pink boston style handbag from year 2004 to 2005. - Leather handle. - Two compartments

Category

Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

2002 Chanel Runway Green Lambskin Leather Jacket
2002 Chanel Runway Green Lambskin Leather Jacket

2002 Chanel Runway Green Lambskin Leather Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 2002 Chanel Runway Green Lambskin Leather Jacket is a stunning piece that epitomizes the

Category

Early 2000s French Double-Breasted Jackets

2000s Chanel Grey Flannel Cropped Jacket
2000s Chanel Grey Flannel Cropped Jacket

2000s Chanel Grey Flannel Cropped Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Mid 2000s Chanel grey flannel cropped jacket with woven boucle panel. The collar of the jacket and

Category

Early 2000s French Bolero Jackets

Chanel 2007 Denim Cashmere Cardigan Jacket
Chanel 2007 Denim Cashmere Cardigan Jacket

Chanel 2007 Denim Cashmere Cardigan Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Denim and cashmere mix cardigan jacket from 2007 collection. Beautiful pink cashmere with blue denim trimmings. Overall still in good condition, with slight wash marks and fuzzing on...

Category

Early 2000s Jackets

2006 Chanel Spring Collection Leather Boots
2006 Chanel Spring Collection Leather Boots

2006 Chanel Spring Collection Leather Boots

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black leather Chanel kitten heel leather boots from the 2006 Spring RTW collection. Featured

Category

Early 2000s French Shoes

Fall 2006 Chanel Cream and Black Bouclé Jacket
Fall 2006 Chanel Cream and Black Bouclé Jacket

Fall 2006 Chanel Cream and Black Bouclé Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Fall 2006 Chanel cream and black bouclé jacket. Open front, turned collar, closing with a tiny hook

Category

Early 2000s French Jackets

Chanel Chain Gold-Tone Belt with Interlocking CC Logo
Chanel Chain Gold-Tone Belt with Interlocking CC Logo

Chanel Chain Gold-Tone Belt with Interlocking CC Logo

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A timeless and highly versatile accessory from the House of Chanel, this double chain belt embodies

Category

Early 2000s Belts

Chanel Cambon Crossbody Bag in Lambskin Leather
Chanel Cambon Crossbody Bag in Lambskin Leather

Chanel Cambon Crossbody Bag in Lambskin Leather

By Chanel

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Chanel bag - Chanel Cambon crossbody bag in leather, color black, silver hardware. Condition

Category

Early 2000s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel long tweed and wool Coat
Chanel long tweed and wool Coat

Chanel long tweed and wool Coat

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Multi-colours light blue and white long tweed and wool coat jacket is beautifully done with fully silk lining from Fall 2000 collection. - Silver toned hardware CC on the sleeve....

Category

Early 2000s French Jackets

Chanel gold metallic glitter wool tweed jacket
Chanel gold metallic glitter wool tweed jacket

Chanel gold metallic glitter wool tweed jacket

$2,824Sale Price|20% Off

Size: 42

Chanel gold metallic glitter wool tweed jacket

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel gold, metallic and glitter cream wool tweed jacket from fall 2000 collection

Category

Early 2000s French Jackets

Chanel Grey Blended Cashmere Beret Hat, 2008
Chanel Grey Blended Cashmere Beret Hat, 2008

Chanel Grey Blended Cashmere Beret Hat, 2008

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Grey blended cashmere beret hat. 2008 Fall-Winter Collection, under the

Category

Early 2000s French Hats

Chanel Dark-grey Cashmere Beret Hat, 2008
Chanel Dark-grey Cashmere Beret Hat, 2008

Chanel Dark-grey Cashmere Beret Hat, 2008

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Dark-grey cashmere beret hat. 2008 Fall-Winter Collection, under the

Category

Early 2000s French Hats

Chanel Pink Caviar Lambskin Leather Timeless Compact Wallet
Chanel Pink Caviar Lambskin Leather Timeless Compact Wallet

Chanel Pink Caviar Lambskin Leather Timeless Compact Wallet

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Pink Caviar Leather Timeless Compact Wallet Product Details Xupes Ref: AA0189 Brand: Chanel

Category

Early 2000s French Wallets

Chanel Cotton Colour Blocking Grey Dress
Chanel Cotton Colour Blocking Grey Dress

Chanel Cotton Colour Blocking Grey Dress

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel colour blocking grey dress from 2008 collection. - Featuring a number "5" with beads

Category

Early 2000s French Casual Dresses

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Classic Kelly
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Classic Kelly

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Classic Kelly

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Classic Kelly Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1345 Brand

Category

Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel Black Wool Short Sleeves Top
Chanel Black Wool Short Sleeves Top

Chanel Black Wool Short Sleeves Top

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel black wool short sleeves top from 2007 A/W collection. - Decorative rise up wool details

Category

Early 2000s French Blouses

Chanel cardigan Spring 2006
Chanel cardigan Spring 2006

Chanel cardigan Spring 2006

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in United Kingdom) Black cashmere cardigan. Size 36FR. 2006 Spring-Summer Collection

Category

Early 2000s Cardigans

Chanel Black Leather Silver Charm Gala Clutch
Chanel Black Leather Silver Charm Gala Clutch

Chanel Black Leather Silver Charm Gala Clutch

$9,920

H 4.75 in W 9.5 in L 2 in

Chanel Black Leather Silver Charm Gala Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Amazing clutch from Chanel 2007 Runway. Has been seen on many celebs including Penelope Cruz and

Category

Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Chanel Wool, Angora, and Cashgora Jacket, 2005
Chanel Wool, Angora, and Cashgora Jacket, 2005

Chanel Wool, Angora, and Cashgora Jacket, 2005

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Wool, angora, and cashgora jacket. Enameled silvery metal buttons. Size

Category

Early 2000s French Jackets

CHANEL New Paris / MONACO Amethyst Tweed Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL New Paris / MONACO Amethyst Tweed Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL New Paris / MONACO Amethyst Tweed Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Collectible Amethyst Tweed Jacket — Paris / Monte Carlo Runway by Karl Lagerfeld ~ From

Category

Early 2000s Jackets

Chanel hat Fall 2006
Chanel hat Fall 2006

Chanel hat Fall 2006

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Ivory and black cotton and lace hat. Size 57. 2006 Fall-Winter Collection

Category

Early 2000s French Hats

Chanel Satin and Pearl T Straps, 37.5
Chanel Satin and Pearl T Straps, 37.5

Chanel Satin and Pearl T Straps, 37.5

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Chanel Satin and Pearl T Strap Evening shoes from the 2000's Karl Lagerfeld. A matte gold T

Category

Early 2000s French Shoes

Chanel large fur stole
Chanel large fur stole

Chanel large fur stole

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Large coppery-brown Orylag fur patchwork stole with a brown silk lining

Category

Early 2000s French Scarves

Chanel Patent Calfskin Mademoiselle Bijoux Chain Flap Bag
Chanel Patent Calfskin Mademoiselle Bijoux Chain Flap Bag

Chanel Patent Calfskin Mademoiselle Bijoux Chain Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

From the 2008-2009 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld. This stylish shoulder flap bag is crafted of

Category

Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Tie Dye Messenger Crossbody Waist Bag
Chanel Tie Dye Messenger Crossbody Waist Bag

Chanel Tie Dye Messenger Crossbody Waist Bag

$4,920

H 10.6 in W 11.8 in L 20.8 in

Chanel Tie Dye Messenger Crossbody Waist Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Tie Dye Crossbody Waist Bag black/white adjustable shoulder strap logo patch to the

Category

Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Black quilted fabric Timeless bag CHANEL 2002
Black quilted fabric Timeless bag CHANEL 2002

Black quilted fabric Timeless bag CHANEL 2002

$4,576

H 7.09 in D 1.97 in L 11.82 in

Black quilted fabric Timeless bag CHANEL 2002

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black quilted fabric Timeless bag. Silver metal chain and hardware. SIZE 30cm X 18cm X 5cm Chain lenght = 88cm. Clasp closure middle front. Dust bag provided. Zip closure on the t...

Category

Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Interlocking CC Black Square Framed Sunglasses
Chanel Interlocking CC Black Square Framed Sunglasses

Chanel Interlocking CC Black Square Framed Sunglasses

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Y2K Chanel Interlocking CC Black Square Framed Sunglasses are a chic and timeless accessory

Category

Early 2000s Italian Sunglasses

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Chanel 2009 For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary chanel 2009 for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a chanel 2009 may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. 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 2009?

The price for a chanel 2009 starts at $135 and tops out at $31,575, and on average, selling for $1,875.

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.