Chanel Paris-31 Rue Cambon Timeless Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Chanel Black Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Leather Paris-31 Rue Cambon Timeless Shopping Tote
Chanel Paris-31 Rue Cambon Timeless Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Chanel Black Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Leather Paris-31 Rue Cambon Timeless Shopping Tote
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris Logo Silver Metallic Puffer Garment Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris Logo Silver Metallic Puffer Garment Bag is a luxurious and stylish
Beige top-stitched hand and shoulder bag Chanel 31 rue Cambon Numbered
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige top-stitched hand and shoulder bag. Numbered : 16036098 Size: Height: 24, width: 35 cm, depth
$6,391
H 14.57 in W 20.08 in D 3.94 in
Chanel 31 Shopping Bag Quilted Printed Cotton and Calfskin Large
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Inspired by Coco Chanel’s Paris address at 31 Rue Cambon, the Chanel 31 shopping bag was first
2012 Chanel Beige Textile Deauville Bag
By Chanel
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful and comfortable Chanel bag Deauville model Year 2012 Textile Beige color "Chanel CC 31
Chanel 2.55 Double Flap Bag in Cream Leather
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
: 'Coco and 31 rue Cambon, Chanel' are hammered on the bag. The interior is in beige satin with 3 patch
CHANEL rainbow leather 2020 MERMAID 2.55 REISSUE WOC Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Mermaid 2.55 Reissue WOC wallet on chain bag in metallic rainbow aged
$1,644
W 1.34 in L 3.08 in
Chanel Vintage 1992 Matelassé Logo CC Coco Coin Quilted Flap Bag Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1992 Iconic Classic Matelassé Logo CC Coco Quilted Flap Bag Coin 31 RUE CAMBON PARIS
Gold Plate
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Denim White Leather Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
roomy interior, it's ideal for a day at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Leather Leather Chain Straps
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved authentic
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Pink Leather Top Handle Leather Chain Straps
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: EXCELLENT
$2,985
H 11 in W 6.5 in L 13.25 in
Chanel Deauville Shopper Tote Yellow Small CC Logo Orange Pink Mixed Fibers
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
- Yellow exterior - CC 31 Rue Cambon logo - Comes with box and dustbag Condition: The bag
Chanel Jumbo Denim 31 Rue Cambon Shopping Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Singapore, SG
odorless. The bag has 1 exterior back pocket, 1 zippered compartment, 1 inner zippered pocket and 2 slot
Chanel Black Lambskin Seasonal Rue Cambon Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Singapore, SG
iconic shopping bags of the 31 Rue Cambon flagship store in Paris. This piece comes complete with
Auth CHanel Camelia Handbag/ Duffle Bag 31 Rue Cambone
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
on the bag that have inscribed "31 Rue Cambon Paris". There are 2 sets of straps. The smaller straps
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Chanel Yellow 31 Rue Cannborn Paris
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Width:7.5 in Height:13 in Depth:4.5 in The Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris bag was first released in 2007 to
Chanel Lucite Perfume Bottle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Vista, CA
this bag is a celebration to an influence the fashion and perfume house at Rue Cambon 31 brought to the
Chanel Vintage Quilted Red Lambskin Leather Bow Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
throughout, gold tone hardware throughout the chain, Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris charm at the side of bag
Chanel Silver 31 Rue Cambon Hobo Bag 1214c38
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 12663834 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 6.75" Height: 11.5" Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Ser...
CHANEL Silver Graphic Nylon 31 Rue Cambon
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Silver Graphic Nylon 31 Rue Cambon Xupes Reference: CB864 Serial Number: 12745792 Age
CHANEL 31 Rue CAMBON Tote Bag In Black and Blue Canvas
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL 31 RUE Cambon Tote Bag in black and blue canvas. The jewelry is in palladium silver metal
Chanel Rue Cambon Blue Quilted Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
31 Rue Cambon detailing across the hardware. Carry it over your shoulder using the chunky gold
Chanel Silver 31 Rue Cambon CC Coco Graphic 2way Hobo Bag 115c18
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 12519347 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 5.5" Height: 15.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 3.5"-17.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB )...
Chanel Silver 31 Rue Cambon CC Coco Graphic 2way Hobo Bag 115c6
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 12734178 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 5.5" Height: 15.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 3.5"-17.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+...
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H 12.6 in W 18.12 in D 3.55 in
Chanel Red & White Patterned Canvas Vintage 31 Rue Cambon Beach Tote
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Red & White Patterned Canvas Vintage 31 Rue Cambon Beach Tote Brand- Chanel Model- 31 Rue
Chanel 23C Limited Edition Black 31 Rue Cambon Small Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Chanel 23C 31 Rue Cambon small shopping tote featured in Black
Vintage Red Mini Chanel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
drawstring. Large storage space with two inside zippered pockets. A charm's plate “Chanel 31 rue Cambon Paris”.
CHANEL Embossed Beige Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
", "31 RUE CAMBON" or "CC". The jewelry is silver palladium metal. It has a double flap. The interior is
Chanel Blue Grained Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
cotton with two bands marked "CHANEL 31 RUE CAMBON PARIS" under the zipper. It is French made, hologram
CHANEL Black Caviar Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
metal with a magnetic button closure. It was an exclusive sold in the boutique 31 rue Cambon Paris
Chanel 2016 Cruise Deauville Messenger Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
chain leather strap with shoulder pads, silver-tone hardware and 'Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris' on the
CHANEL Black Embossed Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Large CHANEL tote in embossed black leather "CHANEL", "PARIS COCO" or "31 RUE CAMBON". It wears
CHANEL Tote Bag in Black Smooth Leather
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel tote bag in black smooth leather. Writing in white on the front of the bag 'Chanel 31, rue
Chanel Covered CC Chevron Shoulder Bag - '20s
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
closure and the emblematic chain link and leather strap for wearing as a crossbody bag. The 31 Rue Cambon
2009 CHANEL Black Calfskin Leather Shopper Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
bags which made him decide to immortalize the iconic Chanel 31, Rue Cambon paper bag. These Chanel
Limited Edition - Rare Chanel 2.55 Classic Maxi Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
/> Classic flap bag embossed with the words "PARIS", "31, RUE CAMBON", "COCO" and "CHANEL." The
Chanel Medium Coco Caviar Quilted Top-Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, and '31 Rue Cambon' embossed which is the address of the home that belonged to the legendary Coco
CHANEL Flap Bag in Black Quilted leather and Black Orylag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
on the flap a big plate 'CHANEL 31 rue Cambon'. Worn on shoulder or crossover. Made in Italy. It
CHANEL Black Leather -GRAND SHOPPER- Quilted Chain Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
and features a large "CC" logo engraved on the front, signature leather and chain straps, "31 RUE
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H 9.45 in D 5.12 in L 13 in
CHANEL Grand Shopping Tote GST Bag Black Caviar with Silver Hardware 2010
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
signature logo. Double interlaced leather with silver-tone chain hardware stamped Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris
Chanel 2016 Like New Black Calfskin Leather Small Deauville Tote Bag SHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Features CHANEL 31 RUE CAMBON PARIS stitched front with back quilted patch pocket. Straps and top
Chanel Silver Leather Keyboard Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
with “31 RUE CAMBON” and “CHANEL PARIS” lettering. Smooth rear panel with hand strap. Top zipper has
CHANEL Paris-Dubai Leather Suitcase
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
leather. Suitcase mounted on two wheels. It is engraved "31 rue Cambon Paris", which means that it was
Blue Chanel Grained Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
has the inscription "CHANEL 31 rue Cambon Paris". It is a shoulder bag and each handle are a chain
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Navy Denim Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: MINT This
Iconic CHANEL Vintage Chain Belt in Gilt Metal
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
medals on which there is a CC and the inscription CHANEL, 31 RUE CAMBON PARIS. Belt of the era of tops
Chanel Deauville Tote 2011 Medium Red Denim Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: VERY GOOD
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Navy Denim Top Handle 2012
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: GOOD This
Chanel Deauville Tote 2011 Medium Red Denim Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
, it's ideal for a day at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm
CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Silver Chain GRAND SHOPPER Tote Handbag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
silver tone "31 RUE CAMBON PARIS" grommets, oversized CC logo at front, silver tone leather woven chain
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Navy Denim Top Handle Leather Chain Straps
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: VERY GOOD
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Light Blue Grey Denim Top Handle 2013-2014
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: VERY GOOD
CHANEL black leather ESSENTIAL LARGE 31, RUE CAMBON Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Essential large tote bag in smooth black calfskin with slightly faded off
1990s Chanel Rue 31 Cambon Canvas Woc Red Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1990's Red canvas Chanel Rue Cambon Canvas WOC shoulder bag with white logo detail throughout
Chanel Vintage Brooch Quilted Handbag Circa 1980s 31 Rue Cambon
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
top that reads "Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris". Attached to a double chain link is the classic Chanel
Base Metal
1992 Chanel Hanging Bag Pin
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
CC encircled by CHANEL 31 RUE CAMBON PARIS and closes with a C clasp on the back. In excellent
Gold Plate
CHANEL & Karl Lagerfeld 08P vintage logo clover tunic dress CC Cambon FR34 2000
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
, luck. That is why it is so important to find a clover with 4 leaves. 31, rue Cambon – apartments of
Chanel Limited Edition "Mademoiselle" Postcard bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Mademoiselle Coco Chanel herself, and reads "31, rue Cambon Paris" -the address of Gabrielle Chanel's first
Chanel Beach Bag and Matching Over Sized Beach Towel
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, QC
, Chanel, 5, 31, Rue Cambon, Paris, all randomly arranged, both horizontally and vertically for an edgy and
CHANEL '15 Blue Denim Deauville Shopper Tote Bag SHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel '15 Blue Denim Deauville Shopper Tote Features "Chanel CC 31 Rue Cambon Paris" in white
Chanel quilted colour block lambskin shoulder bag, c. 1986-88
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
also features a gold key chain with 'Chanel - 31 Rue Cambon - Paris' stamped on one side and the iconic
CHANEL Pop Art N°5 Bag in Graffiti Leather and Shearling Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
metal. The eyelets are marked "31 rue Cambon, Paris" which means sold exclusively in the Maison Mère
Chanel Graffiti Backpack
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
, monograms and “31 rue Cambon, Paris”, the address of the brand’s first boutique. Modelled after a classic
Chanel Denim Blue XL Deauville Tote - Circa 2012
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
chanel logo below and then the address 31 Rue Cambon Paris. The rings at the end of the leather handles
Chanel Deauville Tote Medium Navy Denim Top Handle 2012
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
at the beach. The iconic "31 Rue Cambon" print adds a touch of Parisian charm. CONDITION: GOOD This
Chanel Rare Black Leather Mademoiselle Postcard Envelope Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
2000s. Magnetic snap closure. Silver tone lettering "Mademoiselle Chanel 31, rue Cambon Paris" and
Chanel Deauville 31 Rue Cambon Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Antwerp, BE
NEVER USED This very exclusive and sold out everywhere tote bag by Chanel is a true catch! Its
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Bowling Bag Calfskin Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Rue Cambon Bowling Bag Calfskin Large Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Black Interior
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Clutch Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Clutch Nylon Large is a fun and stylish bag with a timeless
Sold|$995
Size: Best fits S, see measurements
1970s Louis Feraud Couture Tan Lace Floral Embroidered Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowances. Small buttons conceal a ba...
Hermes Anate Fringe Birkin 35 Black Evergrain Handbag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Birkin 35 Anate Fringe in Black Evergrain Leather is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship, combines the iconic silhouette of the Birkin with a contemporary twist, making ...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
Gianni Versace Runway F/W 1992 Bondage Collection Leather Fox Astrakhan Jacket
By Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare museum piece vintage GIANNI VERSACE Couture Runway Fall / Winter 1992 Bondage Collection leather, fox fur and astrakhan fur black runway jacket ! Angelina Kallio model...
Prada fucsia purple tulle dress
By Prada
Located in Capri, IT
Prada's latest runway collection featured glowing fluorescents contrasted with tweed and construction-inspired vests, with this tulle dress making its way into multiple looks. Made i...
Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Red Runway Suit Jacket Skirt Museum Worthy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic rare Collectors Piece. Famously presented on the Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1992 GLAMOUR PUNK-THE RITZ Collection Runway as well as worn by the gorgeous Monica Bellucci on t...
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
Azzedine Alaia black viscose and chenille figure hugging dress, fw 1989
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black viscose above-the-knee figure hugging dress with chenille net panels, turtle neck and zip fastening. Fall-Winter 1989
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
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Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap Bag iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and silver hardware. Red double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-...
New Louis Vuitton Watercolor Keepall Bag 50
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton limited edition designed by Virgil Abloh, watercolor collection keepall 50. Detachable shoulder strap. Padlock, keys and luggage tag. Brand new with original dust bag a...
Agent Provocateur Sexy Red Bow Heels Slides Size 36 / 6 Made in Italy Never Worn
By Agent Provocateur
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new, never worn AGENT PROVOCATEUR red satin heels! 1950s sex appeal, with a modern twist. Features a bow at each side, with red patent leather accent. Perfect with jeans ...
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk sleeveless gown with v neck satin lapel. Size: 40italy, fit size 6 US Perfect for wedding or rehearsal dinner. Measurement flat: Bust : 36”/ empire wa...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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.