Mauboussin Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Clutch Bag with Chanel Accessories 23 cts
By Mauboussin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k white gold Mauboussin multi-gemstone clutch bag. The clutch comprises of princess cabochon cut green tourmalines, sapphires and rubies placed evenly on the and back. The...
Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Ruby, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Whi...
Rare Chanel Timeless 23 shoulder bag in black chevrons quilted lambskin , PHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful & Rare "Must-have" Chanel Timeless Medium 23 cm double flap shoulder bag in black chevrons quilted lambskin leather, silver-tone met...
Chanel Classic Double Flap 23 Black Calf Leather Clutch Hand Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dublin, IE
The model Classic Double Flap 23 is one of the most famous reference from the luxury House . Declined in many colors and materials, here it is offered in Black Quilted Leather and Go...
Chanel Timeless 23 double flap shoulder bag in Black Quilted Lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The highly sought-after Chanel Timeless 23cm double flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin leather, gold-tone metal trim, a gold-tone met...
CHANEL Timeless Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in Milan, IT
Chanel Classic Bag 23 cm In smooth lambskin red, Hdw gold.
Chanel Series 23 Bubblegum Pink Crocodile Mini Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Series 23 Bubblegum Pink Crocodile Mini Bag - Excellent condition, no signs of wear - Accessories include dustbag, authenticity card.
Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55' Quilted Double Flap 2.55 Bag in Black color. Periord/Era: 1997-1999 Features double 'CC' turn lock closure and double flap interior. 1 open pocket unde...
Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55' Quilted Double Flap 2.55 Bag in red color. Periord/Era: 1989-1991. Features double 'CC' turn lock closure and double flap interior. 1 open pocket under...
Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55' Quilted Double Flap 2.55 Bag in red color. Periord/Era: 1989-1991. Features double 'CC' turn lock closure and double flap interior. 1 open pocket under...
Chanel Double Flap 23 Lambskin Leather Black
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-owned Chanel classic 23 double flap in black. Features black quilted calfskin leather, this luxurious, runway-ready bag features a woven-in felt chain strap and gold-t...
1998 Chanel black leather crossbody bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
1998 Chanel black leather crossbody bag size 23 24kt gold plated hardware, double flap, burgundy leather inside
Rikma Angel Wing 1970s Striped Dress
By Rikma
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
True one of a kind, this vintage Rikma will pair great with strappy heels and your favorite raffia Bottega or Chanel bag! Sleeve length: 23"
1990s Chanel Vintage Classic 23 cm Bag
By Chanel
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Classic Chanel vintage 2.55 bag made of black quilted leather from the 1990s. 23 cm of width.
Chanel Vintage Fringe Shoulder Bag 23 cm Black Leather
By Chanel
Located in Dublin, IE
Chanel vintage fringe shoulder bag 23 cm in black leather with a chain of 50 cm interlaced with leather, gold tone hardware.
1980s Chanel 2.55 23 cm Black Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Chanel 2.55 23 cm black bag in diamond matelassé lamb leather and gold tone chain with intertwine black leather.
1980s Chanel 2.55 23 cm Black Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Chanel 2.55 23 cm black bag in diamond matelassé lamb leather and gold tone chain with intertwine black leather.
Chanel Navy SHW Shopper Tote Shoulder Bag Handbag No. 23
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company-Chanel Model-Grand Shopper Tote GST Red Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag no. 23 Color-Navy Blue Date Code-23100309 Material-Caviar Leather Measurements-13" L x 5" H x 9.5" W Handl...
Chanel Timeless 23 double face shoulder bag in Watergreen quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Magnificent & Rare Chanel Timeless/Classic 23 double sided shoulder bag in Watergreen quilted lambskin , gold metal trim, double gold metal chain handle Interlaced with green leather...
Chanel Timeless 23 cm double flap shoulder bag in beige quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The Iconic "Must Have" Chanel Timeless 23 double flap shoulder bag with in beige quilted lambskin leather, gold metal hardware, gold metal chain interlaced with beige leather for a h...
Chanel Timeless 23 cm double flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The coveted Chanel Timeless 23 cm double flap shoulder bag in black quilted leather, gold-tone metal hardware, gold-tone metal chain interlaced with black leather for a shoulder and ...
Chanel Timeless 23 cm double flap shoulder bag in beige quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The coveted Chanel Timeless 23 cm bag with double flap in beige quilted leather, gold-tone hardware, a gold-tone metal chain handle interlaced with beige leather for shoulder and sho...
Chanel Timeless 23 cm double flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The coveted Chanel Timeless 23cm double flap bag in black quilted leather, gold-tone metal hardware, gold-tone metal chain interlaced with black leather for a shoulder and shoulder s...
Chanel Timeless 23 cm double flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The coveted Chanel Timeless 23 cm double flap in black quilted lambskin, gold metal hardware, black leather interlaced gold metal chain for shoulder and crossbody Backpack pocket Fla...
Chanel Classic Full Flap shoulder bag in black patent leather, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Sublime Chanel Classic Full Flap shoulder bag 23 cm in black patent leather, gold-tone metal hardware, a gold-tone metal handle interlaced with black leather allowing a shoulder supp...
Chanel Timeless 23cm double flap shoulder bag in black linen, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The coveted Chanel Timeless 23 cm bag with double flap in black linen, gold-plated metal hardware, a gold-plated metal chain handle interlaced with black linen for a shoulder and sho...
Chanel Classic Shoulder bag in navy blue quilted leather and gold hardware
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Very chic shoulder bag Chanel Classique 23 cm in navy blue quilted lambskin leather, gold-tone metal hardware, a gold-tone metal chain handle intertwined with navy leather for should...
Chanel Timeless 23cm double flap Shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The coveted Chanel Timeless bag 23 cm with double flap in black quilted leather, gold metal hardware, gold metal chain interwoven with black leather for a shoulder and shoulder strap...
Chanel Timeless 23cm double flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The "Must Have"Chanel Timeless 23 cm bag with double flap in black quilted lambskin, gold metal hardware, black leather interlaced gold metal chain for a shoulder and shoulder strap ...
Rare Chanel Classic Flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin with Pouch, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Chanel Timeless/Classic Flap bag 23 cm in black quilted leather, gold-tone hardware, a gold-tone metal chain handle interlaced with black leather for a shoulder and shoulde...
2005-2006 Chanel Kelly Caviar Leather Handbag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Pocket in the back of the bag, double C golden logo clasp. - The interior is black leather, two pockets inside, one is zipped. - Packaging: Chanel dust bag Height 23 cm / 9 " ...
Chanel Black Leather 2.55 Bag 23 cm, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Iconic Chanel 2.55 bag 23 cm in black lamb leather, with metal chain and leather handles and an external pocket on the back.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans - Runway look #4 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002 "Supercali...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
$92,920
H 10 in W 4.75 in L 9 in
Chanel 2015 Paris Dubai Night Gas Tank Jerry Can Statement Bag Collector's Item
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2015 Paris Dubai Night Gas Tank Jerry Can Statement Bag Collector's Item Cruise 2015 Paris-Dubai Collection. Gold hardware Single padded top handle Gold quilted lambskin leat...
$12,500
Chanel SS19 Skateboard
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate Your Ride or Decor game with Chanel’s Limited Edition Skateboard. A part of the French house’s SS19 collection, Chanel has released a luxe skateboard for those looking to add...
UNWORN Black Versace 2003 Bodycon Corset Zip Evening Cocktail Dress 40
By Versace
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous black VERSACE bodycon corset top dress From the famous FW 2003 collection Flattering skirt part The top is as a corset tight on the body Zip details with silver hardware, d...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Alexander McQueen Iconic 'IT'S A JUNGLE OUT THERE' Cowhide Waist Pants F/W 1997
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous black wool pants by Alexander McQueen from his famous iconic 'It's a Jungle Out There' F/W 1997 collection. They are a real stand out with a stylized multi point cowhide yok...
Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Rare Vivienne Westwood red wool beret with gold leaf 'PAGAN KISS' and signature Orb logo. Made for the 'Choice' tour with Sara Stockbridge in 1988. Pagan I, Spring-Summer 1988
$3,268
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude and black silk mid-length evening dress with built-in corset and draped off-shoulder neckline Spring-Summer 1999
Ad Campaign Yves Saint Laurent YSL Fall / Winter 2008 Turquoise Blue Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Ad Campaign with Kate Moss ( in the gray version ) YVES SAINT LAURENT by Stefano Pilati turquoise blue avant garde strapless wool felt dress ! Julianne Moore and Gweneth Paltrow also...
$7,920
H 9 in W 15.5 in L 6 in
Chanel Timeless Classic Flap Quilted Distressed Large Blck Calfskin Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Large size Chanel distressed calfskin black tote with interwoven braided straps and flap 2006 {VINTAGE 16 Years} Silver hardware Chanel name stamp Double strap Interior graffiti lin...
$12,207
Size: Fr 40 - It 44 - UK 12
Dolce & Gabbana black priest coat and feathered velvet hat ensemble, fw 1997
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana black full length priest coat with button fastenings from collar to hem. Velvet fedora hat with pleated silk band and feathered motif. Fall-Winter 1997
Christian Dior Vogue Cover Runway Cold Shoulder Laceup Corset Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Look 28 from the Fall 2014 Runway. Navy Christian Dior cold shoulder dress with scoop neck, lace-up corset detail at front bodice, single slit featuring beaded embellishments at fron...
$10,172
Size: FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4
Christian Dior by John Galliano black leather lace up pants, fw 2003
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano black leather pants with open lace up fastening down the legs and buckle fastenings around knees. Fall-Winter 2003
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.