CHANEL black cotton 22B TEXTURED VELVET CROPPED Jacket 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cropped jacket is a bold expression of classic elegance with a vibrant
CHANEL black cotton 22B TEXTURED VELVET CROPPED Jacket 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cropped jacket is a bold expression of classic elegance with a vibrant
CHANEL Rare Black Velvet Jacket With CC Jewel Patch 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Ultimately Rare Black Velvet Jacket with CC Jewel Wheat Patch ~ As seen on Supermodel
CHANEL Rare Black Velvet Jacket with Chain Link Belt 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Rare Black Velvet Biker Jacket with Chain Link Belt — — Relic of the 2000s Karl Lagerfeld
Gold and Brown Velvet Vintage Chanel Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Extraordianary jacket in brown velvet, golden pasementerie at the collar and at the ends of the
Chanel Vintage F/W1996 Runway Black Velvet LBJ Gold Gripoix Jeweled 96A Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is a stunning vintage Chanel "little black jacket" from the Fall/Winter 1996 collection, a
$775Sale Price|56% Off
Size: French Size 38
Chanel Boutique Scarlet Silk Black Velvet Evening Jacket, circa 1990s
By Chanel Boutique
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Boutique scarlet silk black velvet evening jacket c 1990s The elegant jacket is designed
Chanel Fall 2020 20K Ad Campaign Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Sporty chic Chanel velvet jacket from the Fall 2020 20K collection. As seen in the Ad Campaign and
Chanel Autumn 1997 Brown Wool Boucle Jacket with Chenille Velvet Trim
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Incredible Chanel jacket from the Autumn 1997 collection. Chocolate brown wool boucle embellished
Chanel Circa 2000's Velvet Blazer
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
. Brand: Chanel Size: UK 8-10 Colour: Black Modern Size: UK: 8-10, US: 4-6, EU: 36-38 Fabric: Silk, Velvet
$2,352Sale Price|20% Off
Runway CHANEL 18A Paris Hamburg Metier D'art navy velvet tuxedo blazer FR46
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Runway CHANEL 18A Paris Hamburg Metier D'art navy velvet tuxedo blazer FR46 Reference: BMPA/A00157
Chanel Purple Velvet Jacket & Skirt Set 1993A
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Chanel Purple Velvet Jacket & Skirt Set 1993A exudes timeless elegance and sophisticated style
Chanel Vintage F/W 1993 Yellow Black Velvet CC 93A Tweed Jacket Skirt Suit
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
beautifully contrasted with bold black velvet trims. The boxy jacket showcases Chanel's signature gold buttons
Chanel 2009P Red Black and White LOGO Stretch Cotton Velvet Zipper Front Jacket
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 2009P red, tan, black and white LOGO print stretch cotton velvet jacket with a black zipper
Chanel Black Velvet Cropped Peacoat
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
coat style is classic and preppy, while the sumptuous black velvet amps up the look - soft, alluring
Chanel Black Velvet & Satin Trim Crop Jacket (US 2-4)
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
CHANEL BLACK VELVET & SATIN TRIM CROP JACKET (US 2-4) This cropped velvet and satin evening jacket
Chanel Black & White Velvet & Satin Lace Trim Tuxedo Jacket SZ 34
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Chanel tuxedo jacket featuring a satin lapel, contrasted lace trim at the buttoned sleeve plackets
Chanel Black Velvet Jacket with Fringe Detail and Gold Beaded Crest - 42
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Velvet Jacket with Fringe Detail and Gold Beaded Crest - 42 This must have Fall item
Chanel Black Velvet Jacket With Logo Buttons, Circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Chanel jacket is available to be viewed privately in our Beverly Hills boutique couture salon
Chanel Icon CC Wheat Logo Black Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Iconic Chanel black velvet jacket with CC Wheat Logo from Runway of 2010 Spring Collection As seen
Chanel Iconic CC Jewel Patch Black Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Iconic, collectible Chanel black velvet jacket with CC Logo jewel 'Wheat' Patch at chest : from
Chanel Iconic CC Jewel Wheat Patch Black Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Iconic, collectible Chanel black velvet jacket with CC Logo jewel 'Wheat' Patch at chest : from
Chanel Iconic CC Jewel Wheat Patch Black Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Iconic, collectible Chanel black velvet jacket with CC Logo jewel 'Wheat' Patch at chest : from
Chanel Iconic CC Wheat Patch Velvet Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Iconic, collectible Chanel black velvet jacket with CC Logo jewel 'Wheat' Patch at chest : from
Chanel Ultra Rare CC Wheat PAtch Black Velvet Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Black Velvet Jacket with CC Wheat Patch ~ Spring 2010 “COUNTRYSIDE” Collection by Karl
Chanel Claudia Schiffer CC Patch Black Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A rare, collectors piece! Super hard to get in pristine condition. Chanel black velvet jacket with
Chanel Black Velvet Ribbon Jacket
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Expertly cut and crafted in France from pure black wool, this pre-owned, long-sleeved jacket from
Chanel Men's Black Velvet Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in Italy) Black velvet jacket with silvery metal. Size 50FR indicated. 2006 Fall
1980s Chanel Boutique Purple Black Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
1980s Chanel Boutique Purple Black Velvet Jacket Purple black jacket embellished with gold tone
Chanel Eggplant Collarless Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Eggplant purple collarless velvet jacket by Chanel. Crew neck. Dual hip pockets
Chanel Black and White Jacket with Velvet Neck
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black and white jacket, with velvet neck, silk lining, and black lace
Chanel Black Wool Jacket with Red and Black Velvet Trim - 38
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This gorgeous Chanel jacket pairs a classic look with a funky velvet trim to add some flair. The
CHANEL Relic Rock’n’Roll Black Velvet Biker Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Rare Black Velvet Biker Jacket with Chain Link Belt — — Relic of the 2000s Karl Lagerfeld
Chanel Rarest Chain Trim Velvet Biker Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! A very
Chanel Rarest Chain Trim Velvet Biker Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! A very
CHANEL Rare Black Velvet Jacket with Chain Link Belt 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
// Size mark 40 FR / Condition: never worn // — Within, a shimmering silver lining glows like a hidden constellation — an intimate secret revealed only to the wearer
CHANEL Rare Black Velvet Jacket With CC Jewel Patch 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
// Size mark 46 FR / Condition: never worn // — Black silk lining, hidden within, completes the
CHANEL black velvet Double-Breasted Blazer Jacket 48 XXXL
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
CHanel double-breasted velvet blazer in black ctoon (99%) and elastane (1%). With peak collar
Chanel Black Wool and Velvet Gripoix Jewelled Gold Toned buttons Long Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel black wool and velvet gripoix jewelled gold toned buttons long jacket from 1996 fall
CHANEL Relic Rock’n’Roll Black Velvet Biker Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
// Size mark 40 FR / Condition: is pristine // — Within, a shimmering silver lining glows like a hidden constellation — an intimate secret revealed only to the wearer
Chanel New Rarest Chain Trim Velvet Biker Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! A very
Chanel New Rarest Chain Trim Velvet Biker Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! A very
Chanel New Rarest Chain Trim Velvet Biker Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! A very
Chanel Spring 2010 Black Velvet Gold Beaded CC Crest 10P Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The iconic velvet Chanel jacket designed by Karl Lagerfeld for the Spring 2010 collection is
Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1996 Black Velvet Multicolor Gold Gripoix Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This vintage Chanel jacket from the 1996 Fall/Winter collection screams sophistication. Crafted
Chanel Black Velvet Double Breasted Gripoix Buttons Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel black velvet double breasted jacket from A/W 1996 collection. - Multi-colours
Chanel CC Eagle Buttons Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Hard to find Chanel black tweed jacket with burgundy velvet trim - same style as seen in Keira
Chanel Super Rare Velvet biker Jacket with Chain Belt 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! A very
Chanel Super Rare Velvet Biker Jacket with Chain Belt 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! ~ A
Chanel Black Double Breasted Wool & Velvet Jacket Dress circa 1980s Documented
By Chanel Boutique, Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Black Double Breasted Wool & Velvet Jacket Dress Documented, as seen on Linda
Chanel Navy Blue Crushed Velvet Long Double Breasted Jacket-38-Circa 80's
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Navy Blue Crushed Velvet Long Double Breasted Jacket-38-Circa 80's This beautiful vintage
Chanel New CC Eagle Buttons Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Hard to find Chanel black tweed jacket with burgundy velvet trim - same style as seen in Keira
Chanel 9K$ New Extremely Rare Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Extremely rare, hard to find Chanel black tweed jacket with burgundy velvet trim - same style as
Chanel 9K$ New Extremely Rare Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Extremely rare, hard to find Chanel black tweed jacket with burgundy velvet trim - same style as
Chanel Rare New CC Eagle Buttons Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Hard to find Chanel black tweed jacket with burgundy velvet trim - same style as seen in Keira
Chanel Dallas Velvet Trim Runway Jacket
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Stunning Chanel dark navy jacket with black velvet trim from Runway of Metier d'Art Paris / DALLAS
Chanel 2006 Black Fitted Velvet Zip Up Jacket w. Pewter Chain Trim Sz. 40
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
neck blazer in black velvet with silver chain and bow design. Center zipper on front. Marked size 40
Chanel Vintage Green Velvet Pocket Detailed Blazer Size XXL
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel designer resale item. Details Late 80‚'s-Early 90‚'s Vintage Green Velvet
CHANEL 100% cashmere grey black velvet trimmed CC chain button rounded blazer
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 100% cashmere grey black velvet trimmed CC chain button rounded blazer FR36 S Reference
CHANEL 18A Paris Hamburg Metier D'art navy velvet satin lapel crystal CC tuxedo
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 18A Paris Hamburg Metier D'art navy velvet satin lapel crystal CC tuxedo blazer FR46
CHANEL 08A Paris-London pinstripe velvet punk lesage embroidery waistcoat FR40
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 08A Paris-London pinstripe velvet punk lesage embroidery waistcoat FR40 Brand: CHANEL
CHANEL black leather 2019 VELVET TRIM FAUX LIZARD Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel faux lizard jacket in black embossed deerskin (100%). Spring/Summer 2019
Chanel Shanghai Velvet Dress Jacket Coat
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
d'Art Collection. Black Chanel velvet jacket with standing collar, interlocking CC embellishment at
CHANEL Collection 23 1989 Vintage camellia button velvet black tweed jacket FR40
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Collection 23 1989 Vintage camellia button velvet black tweed jacket FR40 Reference: TGAS
CHANEL 2021 Runway black blue tie dye velvet logo damask cropped jacket FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2021 Runway black blue tie dye velvet logo damask cropped jacket FR36 S Brand: Chanel
Late 1980s Chanel Black Velvet Jacket with Cream Satin Collar
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful Chanel evening jacket from the late 1980s. The classic Chanel style black velvet jacket
Late 1980's Chanel Black Velvet Jacket with Cream Satin Bows
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning and classic fitted Chanel collarless jacket from the late 1980's. Jet black silk velvet
Chanel Black Velvet and Ivory Silk Jacket - 40 - 00A
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Velvet and Ivory Silk Jacket - 40 - 00A This very sophisticated black velvet jacket
Chanel Grey Wool & Black Velvet Jacket
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Grey Wool & Black Velvet Jacket Features black velvet trim and buttons Color: Black and
Chanel Grey Woolen Jacket with Yellow and Black Velvet
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Grey woolen jacket with yellow and black velvet. No size indicated, it fits a 36 FR
Chanel Purple Velvet Jacket Edged with Golden Braid, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Purple velvet jacket edged with golden braids. Size 38FR indicated. Good
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
$126,151
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG146 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: [B] Ag...
$5,490
Size: IT40 measurements in description
GUCCI By Tom Ford S/s 2004 Black Strapless Crystal Snake Dress NWT
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This is a dramatic and glamorous strapless cocktail dress that exudes bold elegance. The dress features a fitted bodice with an asymmetrical design, crafted from black ruched fabric ...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
Chanel Cruise 2015 Black Gold Crystal Strap 15C Midi LBD Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
From Chanel’s Cruise 2015 collection, this elegant little black dress redefines the classic LBD with refined glamour. Cut in a sleek, figure-hugging silhouette, the dress falls to a ...
CHANEL black SHEER STAR LACE Cap Sleeve Blouse Shirt M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cap sleeve top in black sheer star lace (nylon-spandex blend - please note the content tag is missing). Embellished with embroidered stars all over the top and ...
CHANEL 12K$ Rare Paris / Edinburgh Runway Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Rare Collectible Lesage Tweed & Leather Highland Jacket — Runway of the Paris / EDINBURGH 2013 Métiers d’Art Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — // Boutique value: over $12,0...
Late 1990s Gianni Versace Couture Gold Metal Mesh Backless Gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
Gowns of this quality are literally unheard of in the second-hand market. This gown technically is not second hand, it still has the original store tag attached. That said there is m...
$2,450
Size: 42 / US 6
1990s Dolce & Gabbana D&G Black Plunging Sexy Beaded Sleeveless Vintage 90s Gown
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s DOLCE & GABBANA D&G black rayon jersey plunging beaded / sequin evening gown ! Features multiple layers of soft stretch jersey. Iridescent sequins and beads hand-sewn a...
Yohji Yamamoto black wool pleated evening cape, c. 1990
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in London, GB
Yohji Yamamoto black wool pleated evening cape c. 1990
HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Pink + Crystal Midi Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Herve Leger 1990's Vintage Cool toned baby pink bordering on lilac Clear crystals Invisible side zip Lined up to right under the knee Size XS NWT's, some crystals could be re-stitche...
Gianni Versace 1995 Silk Women's Evening Dress Look 54 Antique Vintage
By Atelier Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
Versace by Gianni Versace Spring/Summer 1995 (Look 54) Dress material is in great condition with no wear and tear however the hardware shows obvious signs of age and missing logo em...
$6,206
Size: Westwood Size '12'
Vivienne Westwood 'Voyage to Cythera' harlequin leggings and shirt set, fw 1989
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood harlequin ensemble. Loose fit cotton shirt and high waist fitted leggings. ''Voyage to Cythera'' Fall-Winter 1989
Yves Saint Laurent Padded Chinese Satin Coat Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Chinese Padded Satin Coat Ensemble with quilted ruby satin lining. It has a flared tent shape with strong shoulder line, Haute Couture in inspiration with a padded...
S/S2003 Dolce & Gabbana corset bra bodycon dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Milano, Lombardia
S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana corset bra bodycon dress This bodycon dress from Dolce & Gabbana's Spring/Summer 2003 collection channels classic glamour with a sensual edge. Featuring a b...
Vivienne Westwood black striped wool Armour Jacket, fw 1989
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood, black and white striped wool Armour Jacket. Detachable sleeves with leather buckles, embroidered Orb on chest and signature Westwood buttons. Time Machine, Fall-W...
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.
No matter if you’re preparing for a fashion event or a weather event — you’re going to need a good jacket.
What would become the modern jacket as we know it began as a strictly professional item. A lot of the vintage and designer jackets (and coat styles such as the Navy-inspired peacoat) in our closets were likely popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes with their regulation field jackets, bombers and parkas buttoned or zipped to the chin. Indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. But now, jackets add far more than warmth to our wardrobe, and we hunt down outer layers branded with peerless fashion labels.
Fashion’s most iconic creations, despite their age, remain modern: Biker jackets originated in the 1920s, Balenciaga’s celebrated puffers are steeped in a tradition of down coats that began in the 1930s and your vintage denim jacket has come an even longer way, from California Gold Rush to wardrobe staple. Jeans bequeathed jean jackets during the 1880s, thanks to Levi Strauss, who crafted the former as a durable garment to be worn by miners and railroad workers. Later, jeans and jean jackets became synonymous with nonconformity and rebelliousness — with fashion legends such as actor James Dean in the 1950s and model Veruschka in the 1960s and ’70s leading the indigo-toned charge.
Another fashion rebel, Coco Chanel, used the classic tweed jacket to introduce more comfort and mobility into women’s daily lives. Debuting in 1954 and based on a cardigan, the groundbreaking Chanel jacket forever changed what women wear. The garment reacted against the fitted, constricting styles of Christian Dior’s New Look, which, as Chanel saw it, was making women dress like decorative objects.
On 1stDibs, find bold collections from cutting-edge contemporary designers who’ve taken the classic silhouette of the jacket to new heights or build out your array of vintage treasures (denim or otherwise) with dazzlers from Yves Saint Laurent, Gianni Versace, Moschino and more.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.