Chanel 2010 Timeless Medium Black Caviar Double Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Houston, TX
Exceptional "Must-have" Chanel Timeless Medium 25 cm double flap shoulder bag in black quilted caviar leather Gold metal hardware, a gold metal intertwined chain handle with black l...
CHANEL black Caviar leather 12C FRENCH RIVIERA Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel French Riviere shopping tote in black quilted Caviar leather. Designed in a structured yet effortless silhouette, this refined piece features gold-tone hardware...
Chanel 2010 Black Caviar Medium Classic Double Flap Bag SHW 64795
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 64795 For the vintage caviar classic flaps, we are known for procuring the most pristine/excellent condition from an era when quality was at its height. The iconic holy...
$2,604Sale Price|30% Off
Chanel So Black Caviar Shoulder Bag Front Buckle Adjustable Strap
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel So Black Caviar Shoulder Bag Front Buckle Adjustable Strap These are professional photos of the actual bag. Add a touch of brightness to your summer wardrobe with this class...
Chanel Quilted Black Caviar Skin Shoulder Bag / Tote, Golden Chain & Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Quilted Black Caviar Skin Shoulder Bag / Tote, Golden Chain & Hardware Material: Leather Vintage Code ID 0548030 Color: Black Description Chanel Tote From the Late 1980's - E...
CHANEL Caviar Chain Around Boy Bag Old Medium Black Gold Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition Normal signs of wear from daily use, scuffs on four corners, scratches on metal hardware, clean interior Accessories Dust bag Size Width: 25cm, Height: 15.5cm Designer CHAN...
CHANEL CC Filigree Round Chain Shoulder Bag Black Caviar Leather
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Normal signs of use, scratches on hardware, clean interior. Accessories: Box, id Card Designer: Chanel Model: Filigree Round Chain Shoulder Bag Exterior Material: Leat...
Chanel 2010 Brown Pebbled Caviar Hobo Antique Chain Shopper Satchel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2010 Brown Pebbled Caviar Hobo Antique Chain Shopper Satchel Shoulder Bag Year: 2010 {Vintage 14 Years} Ruthenium hardware Soft and durable brown pebbled caviar leather CC...
CHANEL midnight blue Caviar leather CLASSIC MAXI Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Maxi Double Flap bag is crafted in midnight blue diamond-quilted Caviar leather with ruthenium hardware. It features the house’s signature details ...
CHANEL black Caviar leather 12C FRENCH RIVIERA HOBO Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel French Riviera hobo bag in black quilted Caviar leather. Crafted in a relaxed, softly structured silhouette, this elegant yet functional piece features silver-t...
CHANEL White Caviar Flap Bag With Coin Charm Gold Hardware Chain Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: chanel caviar flap bag with handle bag chain bag Italy，The outer casing shows minor signs of wear, w...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1097 Brand: Chanel Model: Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Ser...
Chanel Mini 25 Hobo Bag Black Caviar Antique Gold Hardware 26S
By Chanel
Located in West Chester, PA
The Chanel Mini Quilted Caviar 25 Hobo From Spring 26S collection Brand new Chanel 25 Mini Hobo Bag crafted in luxurious black caviar leather with classic diamond quilting. This chi...
Chanel Maxi Classic Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A true cornerstone of the Chanel universe, this Maxi Classic Double Flap in black caviar leather represents the house’s most enduring expression of elegance and craftsmanship. Expand...
Chanel 2013-2014 Paris-Edinburgh Burgundy Caviar Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Chanel Paris-Edinburgh Retro Class Flap Bag from the 2013-2014 collection is a rare seasonal piece crafted in premium burgundy grained calfskin. From the 2013 Métiers d'Art Pari...
Chanel Caviar Quilted Jumbo Double Flap Black
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Chanel Caviar Quilted Jumbo Double Flap Black Shoulder Bag, an icon of timeless elegance and sophistication. This bag is more than just an accessory; it's a statement...
Chanel Classic Flap Medium 2014 Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Medium 2014 Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Condition: EXCELLENT Overall light signs of use...
Chanel Classic Flap Medium 2014 Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Medium 2014 Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Condition: EXCELLENT Overall light signs of use...
Chanel Classic Flap Medium Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware 2009
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Medium Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware, 2014 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Condition: VERY GOOD. Overall light signs of u...
2021 Chanel Mint Green Caviar Leather Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 2021 Chanel Mint Green Caviar Leather Flap Bag with Gold Hardware is a striking accessory that effortlessly combines classic elegance with a vibrant, modern touch. Crafted from l...
Chanel Paris Limited Medium Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware 2015-16
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Paris Limited Medium Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware 2015-16 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved /preowne...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Sliver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Sliver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Embrace luxury with this timeless Chanel...
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo 2009 Black Caviar Leather Single Flap Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2009- 2010 Series 13 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Silver Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Size: La...
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Embrace luxury with this timeless Ch...
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Quilted Black Caviar Skin Grand Shopper Chain Tote, Golden Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Quilted Black Caviar Skin Grand Shopper Chain Tote, Golden Hardware Chanel’s Grand Shopping Tote comes in durable black caviar leather and features Golden hardware, This styli...
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Embrace luxury with this timeless ...
Chanel Black Jumbo Classic Double Flap Black Quilted Caviar w/Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Chanel Jumbo Classic Double Flap in black quilted caviar leather is defined by its scale and structure, where the Jumbo size amplifies the proportions of the house’s most recogni...
Chanel Maxi Jumbo Timeless Caviar Nera
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Munita di una tracolla a scorrimento in pelle e catena, per una comoda portata a spalla o a tracolla. Anno di produzione 2010/2011. L’articolo si presenta in buone condizioni. ------...
Chanel Paris Byzance Limited Edition Gold Caviar Leather Black Jewel Lock
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Paris Byzance Limited Edition Gold Caviar Leather Black Jewel Lock These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Discover the exclusive CHANEL Paris By...
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Embrace luxury with this timeless ...
Chanel Caviar Executive Shopper Tote Brown
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Brown, copper, and iridescent CHANEL Caviar Executive Shopping Tote. This traditional shopper tote is classy and stylish despite its simplicity. The bag is made from textured leather...
$4,091Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Coco Handle Small Navy Caviar Leather Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Coco Handle Small Navy Caviar Leather Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag. CONDITION: EXCELLENT This preloved / preowned Chanel coco handle is i...
Chanel Paris Limited Small Navy Caviar Leather Gold Hardware 2015-16
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Paris Limited Small Navy Caviar Leather Gold Hardware 2015-16 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved /preowned ...
Chanel Mini Flap Bag with Handle Caviar Leather Gold Chain Crossbody Italy
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: chanel caviar flap bag with handle bag chain bag Italy，The outer casing shows minor signs of wear, with slight marks on the edges. The chip has scratches. Please refer to ...
Chanel Filigree Medium Vanity Case Iridescent Burgundy Caviar Leather
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Filigree Medium Vanity Case Iridescent Burgundy Caviar Leather Top Handle with Chain These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. The Filigree Vanity Ca...
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Belt Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A sleek and versatile design from Chanel, this black quilted belt bag is crafted in glazed caviar leather, offering a refined sheen with the durability and structured texture the mat...
Chanel Filigree Medium Vanity Case Black and White Happy Stitch Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Filigree Medium Vanity Case Black and White Happy Stitch Top Handle with Chain These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. The Filigree Vanity Case has...
Chanel Dark Red Lambskin Leather Jumbo Classic Flap Bag with Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A timeless icon reimagined in a richly saturated hue, this Chanel Jumbo Classic Flap is crafted in dark red lambskin leather offering a sophisticated alternative to traditional black...
Chanel Filigree Medium Vanity Case White and Black Happy Stitch Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Filigree Medium Vanity Case White and Black Happy Stitch Top Handle with Chain These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. The Filigree Vanity Case has...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Boy Bag with Silver Hardware, 11"
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Boy Bag – Luxury Crossbody Handbag The Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Boy Bag is an iconic statement piece, blending timeless eleg...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Medium Classic Top Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Medium Classic Top Handle Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4626 Brand: Chanel Model: Medium Classic Top Handle Flap Bag Type: Top Handle, Sh...
Chanel Quilted Beige/ Cream Lamb Skin Grand Shopper Chain Tote, Golden Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Matelasse Coco Ball Chain Large Tote Bag Beige Gold Hardware lambskin, Shoulder Bag Grand Shopper Chain Tote, Golden Hardware professionally authenticated Width (inch) : 15.7 ...
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware 2013
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware 2013-14 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Embrace luxury with this timele...
Chanel 2013 Small Mini Kelly Top Handle Quilted Caviar Reissue Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Small Mini Kelly Top Handle Quilted Caviar Reissue Classic Flap Bag Year: 2013 Antique gold hardware Black quilted caviar leather Top handle mini kelly with faux reissue ...
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo Purple Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo Purple Caviar Leather Double Flap Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Embrace luxury with this timeless Chan...
Chanel Black Quilting Caviar Leather Chain Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Black Material: Caviar Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Minor Stains Corners: Good Edges: Good Handles/Straps: Good Hardware: Minor Scratc...
CHANEL Round Zip Caviar Small Chain Shoulder Bag Black Quilted
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Round Zip Caviar Small Chain Shoulder Bag Black Quilted. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. The...
Unavailable
H 4.1 in W 5.7 in D 2.2 in
CHANEL Micro Caviar Grained Calfskin Chain Shoulder Bag Black Zip
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Micro Caviar Grained Calfskin Chain Shoulder Bag Black Zip. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. ...
Unavailable
H 9.3 in W 13.1 in D 5.1 in
CHANEL Caviar GST 13" Grand Shopping Tote Chain Shoulder Bag Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Caviar GST 13" Grand Shopping Tote Chain Shoulder Bag Black.
Unavailable
H 6.7 in W 11 in D 4.3 in
CHANEL 2 Way Top Handle Shoulder Bag Handbag Black Caviar Leather
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL 2 Way Top Handle Handbag Shoulder Bag Black Caviar Leather. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. ...
Unavailable
H 7.6 in W 11.8 in D 3.5 in
CHANEL Classic Large 11" Chain Shoulder Bag W Flap Black Caviar
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Large 11" Chain Shoulder Bag W Flap Black Caviar. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. Th...
Unavailable
H 7 in W 11.5 in D 6 in
CHANEL Seafoam / Silver CC Caviar Medium Leather Shopping Tote / Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sanford, FL
CHANEL - Seafoam / Silver CC Caviar Medium Leather Shopping Tote / Shoulder Bag Description From the 2010 to 2011 collection. This timeless Chanel shopping tote is crafted with a ...
Chanel 14" Black Caviar Leather 2Way Bag + Pouch
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Chanel 2way bag in black calfskin leather. It has 3 compartments: 1 with CC twist lock on front, 1 with small flap and magnetic closure in the middle and 1 open pocket on back. Insid...
Unavailable
H 3.5 in W 7.1 in D 1.1 in
CHANEL Caviar WOC Wallet On Chain Double Zip Chain Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Caviar Wallet On Chain WOC Double Zip Chain Shoulder Bag. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. Th...
Chanel Blue Quilting Caviar Leather Gold Metal Chain Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Blue Material: Caviar Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Minor Scratches Corners: Minor Scratches Edges: Minor Scratches Handles/Straps: M...
CHANEL Black Caviar Maxi Double Flap Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Georgetown, ME
The Ultimate CHANEL Caviar Maxi Double Flap Bag. This classic black caviar double flap is leather lined and features gold hardware! This is a forever bag. Designer: Chanel Con...
Chanel Caviar Quilted Black Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag (2009)
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This shoulder bag is made of caviar textured leather in black with diamond quilted stitching.
Unavailable
H 3.7 in W 7.3 in D 1.2 in
CHANEL Boy Black Caviar WOC Wallet On Chain Double Zip Shoulder
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Boy Black Caviar Wallet On Chain WOC Double Zip Shoulder. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. Th...
Unavailable
H 8 in W 11.7 in D 3.4 in
CHANEL Classic Large 11" Grained Calfskin Chain Shoulder Bag Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Large 11" Grained Calfskin Chain Shoulder Bag Black. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary....
Chanel Grey Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Carry everything you need in style thanks to this Chanel Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag. Crafted from the best materials this is an accessory that promises enduring style and usage.
Chanel Single Flap Maxi in black caviar leather with silver hardware
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Indulge in classic style with this Chanel Single Flap Maxi in Black Caviar, guaranteed to be a gorgeous investment that will be by your side for a lifetime. In basic black, you’ll be...
Unavailable
H 7.8 in W 11.8 in D 3.5 in
CHANEL 11" Large Grained Calfskin Double Chain Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL 11" Large Grained Calfskin Double Flap Chain Shoulder Bag. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. T...
Chanel Quilted Dark Brown Caviar Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Informations : Brand: Chanel Model : Caviar Tote Year : 2010/2011 Type : Shoulder bag Fabric : Caviar Leather Color: Dark Brown / hardware silver Dimensions : Height: 27 cm; Width...
Unavailable
H 8 in W 11.7 in D 3.3 in
CHANEL Grained Calfskin Large Chain Shoulder Bag W Flap SV Classic
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Grained Calfskin Large Chain Shoulder Bag W Flap Silver Classic. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contempor...
Unavailable
Size: Medium
Chanel Paris-Cuba Medium Caviar Calfskin Thread Around Pink Flap Bag Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned 100% Authentic Chanel Paris-Cuba Medium Caviar Calfskin Thread Around Pink Flap Bag with top handle This satchel features a quilted caviar leather body, a leather woven ch...
CHANEL Flap Phone Holder With Chain Bag Black Crossbody Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Flap Phone Holder With Chain Bag Black Crossbody Clutch. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. The...
CHANEL Large Boy shoulder bag black quilted caviar / calfskin 2016
By Chanel
Located in Berlin, DE
CHANEL Large Boy made of black quilted calfskin. The bag is in a very good condition and has minimal signs of use. The delivery includes: - Chanel Large Boy - Dustbag - Original CH...
CHANEL A67086 Boy Medium shoulder bag black quilted caviar / calfskin 2018
By Chanel
Located in Berlin, DE
CHANEL Boy Medium Shoulder Bag made of black quilted caviar. The bag is in a very good condition and has no signs of use. The delivery includes: - Chanel Boy Medium caviar - Dustba...
CHANEL A01113 classic double flap bag small shoulder bag quilted caviar 2018
By Chanel
Located in Berlin, DE
CHANEL classic double flap Bag small made of black quilted caviar with silver hardware. Model number: A01113 The bag is in a very good condition and has no signs of use. The delive...
Chanel Classic Caviar Jumbo Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sundbyberg, SE
For full item selection and more information regarding pricing, buyers protection, authenticity guarantee and more, please check out our website. Black quilted Caviar leather Chane...
Unavailable
H 12 in W 3.55 in L 14 in
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Quilted Flap "Coco Cocoon" Messenger Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Chanel's "Coco Cocoon" puts a sophisticated twist on the typical messenger bag.
Chanel Vintage Caviar Black Leather Grand Shopping Tote Large
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Chanel large shopping tote bag. Caviar black leather.
CHANEL Caviar CC Timeless Shoulder Bag Black
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Chanel Caviar CC Timeless Shoulder Bag in black. This medium sized shoulder bag features soft and durable caviar leather in black, large quilted Chanel CC logo on the front...
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.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
Only Chanel could elevate humble materials like denim and wicker to icon-level status.
In the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, even running errands became a chic exercise.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
How do you tell if a Chanel purse is a knockoff or the real deal? We spoke with handbag experts Alexa Ridolfi and Gerry Gallagher about how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.