Chanel, Chanel Resort 2010 Black & Gold Twisted Wedges
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Absolutely stunning Chanel twisted wedges from the Resort 2010 collection - as seen in several of the runway looks.
Chanel, Chanel Resort 2010 Black & Gold Twisted Wedges
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Absolutely stunning Chanel twisted wedges from the Resort 2010 collection - as seen in several of the runway looks.
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Peep Toe Wedge Ankle Boots
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Peep Toe Wedge Ankle Boots are a luxurious and sophisticated choice for fashion enthusiasts seeking a blend of elegance and modern style.
Chanel Black Leather CC Over The Knee Wedge Boots SZ 40
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chanel Black Leather CC Over The Knee Wedge Boots Size 40 Comes with box and dust bags Great overall condition.
Chanel Paris-Moscow Black Leather Over-the-Knee Wedge Boots - Size 37.5
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Step out in style with these chic Chanel over-the-knee boots! Crafted from genuine black leather, these boots feature a comfortable gold wedge heel, a classic round toe, and a conven...
Chanel Black Patent Chain Wedge Booties 2014 Collection Size 38.5
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Jose, CA
Rare Chanel Black Patent Leather Wedge Booties from the Spring 2014 Collection (14P), designed during the Karl Lagerfeld era.
Chanel Black Sequin Wooden Platform Wedges With White Flower Detail circa 2016
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These stunning Chanel Black Sequin Wooden Platform Wedges with White Flower Detail from circa 2016 are a perfect blend of sophistication and playful elegance.
New Chanel Shoes/Wedges Blue Size 38
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
New Chanel Sandals - Navy Blue w/ Silk Trim Presented here is a new pair of size 38 Chanel open toe wedges. The beautiful navy lamb skin leather is braided all along the shoe with ...
Chanel Black Suede and Patent Knee Boots, Gold Grommet Lacing, Wedge Heel, 10.5
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel black suede and patent pull-on boots with patent heel and toe cap, and patent wedge heel.
Chanel Navy Patent Leather Pump with Buckled Upper and Gold Wedge Detail
By Chanel
Located in Henrico, VA
These Chanel classics are a navy patent leather pump with a buckle embellished upper. The heel of the shoe has a gold waffle print wedge adding a cool sexy contrast.
Black Chanel Cutout Wedge Sandals
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Black grosgrain wedge sandals by Chanel. Adjustable ankle strap closure.
Chanel Black Leather Wedge Pumps
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black leather wedge pumps by Chanel. Round patent leather cap toe.
Chanel Black Suede Pearl Straps Platform Wedges
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Spring 2014 sandals come in black suede and feature two toe straps with faux pearl embellishments, thick platform wedge sole, and ankle harness with CC pearl back.
Chanel Black Velour Chain Wedge Boots
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
These all black velour wedge boots feature a leather covered wedge with the iconic chain/leather detail around the soles.
CHANEL 2010 BLACK LEATHER WEDGE BOOTS
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This Chanel Black Leather Wedge Boots evokes the timeless and classic design of Chanel.
Chanel Black Patent & Cork Wedges - 36
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Patent Leather & "Quilted" Cork Wedges.
CHANEL Black Patent Wedge with Metal Camellias - 37.5
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
CHANEL Black Patent Wedge with Metal Camellias- 37.5.
Chanel Black Quilted Leather and Patent Wedges - 38
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These Chanel black leather wedges are entirely quilted with a patent toe and heel with a "CC" in the back.
Chanel Denim Wedge Heel
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel Denim Wedge Heel totally made in italy in size 40 heigh 12 cm
Chanel Black Leather Chain Wedge Ankle Boots Booties
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Sz.38.5 Good condition. Signs of wear seen on pics. No box. No dust bag.
Chanel Black Leather Quilted Low Wedge Sandals
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Sz.40 Very good condition. No box.No dust bag.
Chanel Black Leather Camellia Wedge Over The Knee Boots
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel never fails to design fashion-forward styles that become favorites in one's closet. These black over-the-knee boots for women are a fine example. Made from leather, they fea...
CHANEL Black Canvas Wedge Open Toe Bangle Sandals
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
These sandals from Chanel are bearers of a fine mix of shoe craftsmanship and style. The canvas sandals carry a simple design of straps, bangle ankle fastenings and wedges that will ...
CHANEL black SATIN & Gold leather Wedge Slingback Pumps Shoes 37
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel wedges in black satin with a golden leather tip.
CHANEL black 2010 10K FAUR FUR WEDGE Boots Shoes 40
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel mid-calf boots in black faux fur blend bold style with luxury craftsmanship.
CHANEL COCO Mark Chain Black Leather Wedge Sandals 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
CHANEL – COCO Mark Chain Wedge Sandals Size: 38.5 Condition: Good Condition Details: Minimal signs of wear visible in photos. No box or dust bag included. Product Details: Style: Sa...
Chanel Bi Tone Strap Wedge Shoes
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel bi tone light pink leather strap, black elastic band strap wedge shoes
1990 Chanel Parisian Printed Strappy Wedges
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The perfect jet-setting wedges from iconic label Chanel! Deep midnight blue suede strappy construction with silver buckles at the ankle. Buckles signed with Chanel on the sides. Canv...
Chanel Black Leather CC Over The Knee Wedge Boots
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Chanel Black Leather CC Over The Knee Wedge Boots – the epitome of luxury and edgy style.
CHANEL Size 8 Black & White Leather Camellia Wedge Sandals
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage CHANEL sandals feature a strappy toe with signature camellia logo flower and white leather wedge heel. Wear throughout. As-Is. Made in Italy. Fair Pre-Owned Condition. Mark...
Chanel Boots - Black Leather Fold Over Toe Cap Chain Wedge Shoes
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHANEL knee high boots come in smooth black leather with a fold over shaft, patent leather cap toe with silver tone CC, and covered wedge with woven chain midsole.
CHANEL 2010 Runway black leather gladiator wedge sandals EU38
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2010 Runway black leather gladiator wedge sandals EU38 Reference: NKLL/A00351 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Cruise 2010 - Runway Material: Leather Color: ...
Chanel Satin CC Toe Black Suede Chain Wedge Booties
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Sz.38.5 Material: Suede Calfskin, Satin CC logo on toes Very good condition. No box. No dust bag
CHANEL SS15 black braided leather 2.55 chain diamond quilted wedge sandal EU39
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL SS15 black braided leather 2.55 chain diamond quilted wedge sandal EU39 Reference: TGAS/A03452 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Wedge Collection: Spring Summ...
Chanel Size 10 Black Suede and Metal Gladiator Platform Wedge Pump Sandals
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHANEL gladiator style sandals come in black suede with metal details and thick tweed covered platform wedge sole.
Chanel Size 7US Black Suede and Metal Gladiator Tweed Platform Wedge Sandals
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHANEL gladiator style sandals come in black suede with metal details and thick tweed covered platform wedge sole.
Chanel Burgundy Quilted Patent Leather Wedge Sandals
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel wedge sandals in burgundy quilted patent leather. Acronym 'CC' in gilded metal on the back of the shoe. Outsole and inner sole in genuine leather. Made in Italy. Very good ...
Chanel Boots EU39 Navy Denim Wedge Heel
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel wedge heel boots in navy blue denim style canvas, straight upper, compensated heel, almond toe. Size EU39: heel 8.5 cm, insole 25 cm, height of the upper (from the heel) 40 cm...
CHANEL black velvet 2.55 silver chain trimmed leather toe cap wedge boot EU38C
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL black velvet 2.55 silver chain trimmed leather toe cap wedge boot EU38C CHANEL Black velvet.
Chanel 22C Black Navy Terry Cloth Sandal CC Wedge Sandal Mule Slides 28ck223s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: A 638558 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 3.6" Height: 3.5" Heel Height: 2" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 or N ) Size 39 Accessories: Box...
CHANEL 2019 black white pink CC logo platform wedge laced boots EU39
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2019 black white pink CC logo platform wedge laced boots EU39 Reference: BSHW/A00176 Brand: Chanel Collection: 2019 Material: Fabric, Leather, Foam Color: White, Black Pattern...
CHANEL CC logo bead embellishment black leather wedge heeled boots EU38
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL CC logo bead embellishment black leather wedge heeled boots EU38 Reference: GIYG/A00274 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Leather Color: Black Pattern: Solid Cl...
CHANEL blue DENIM WEDGE ROUND TOE Pumps Shoes 37 C
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pumps in navy blue denim with a gold-tone metal detail around the heel and a little chain-link CC logo on the side. Have been worn once or twice and are in exce...
CHANEL CC logo suede laether black strappy platform T-strap wedge sandals EU36
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL CC logo suede laether black strappy platform T-strap wedge sandals EU36 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model Name / Style: Suede platform Material: Suede Color: Black ...
Chanel Black Leather Round Toe Wedge Boots
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
These ankle boots hail from the iconic house of Chanel. Crafted from quality leather, they come in a lovely shade of black.
Chanel Beige & Black Woven Espadrille Wedges - 40
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Beige & Black Woven Espadrille Wedges - 40.
CHANEL BLACK Quilted Leather Chain Wedge-38
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These gorgeous Chanel wedges are in great condition. They are slightly used with small smudges (shown in picture). The wedges are quilted leather with Chanel chain detail around edge...
Chanel Black & Beige Lambskin Wedges - 36
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black & Beige Quilted Lambskin Wedges. They are in very good condition with moderate wear on the bottom.
Chanel Black On Black Leather Interlocking CC Espadrille Wedges
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Black On Black Leather Interlocking CC Espadrille Wedges seamlessly blend elegance and comfort, creating a versatile addition to any chic wardrobe.
Chanel Beige/Black Leather Wedge Slides Sandal Shoes sz.35.5
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Beige & Black Wedge Sandals Made in: Italy Year of Production: 2006P Color: Beige and Black Composition: Leather Sole Stamp: CC MADE IN ITALY Closure/opening: Wedge sl...
Chanel Black Leather Wedge
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Clean, architectural, and subtle, these wedges will become a favorite in any closet. Deliberate stitching around the toe cap and heel break up the clean leather, and the brown leathe...
Chanel Black Leather Wedges
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel black leather wedges. They feature pointed toes, silver interlinking chain detailing around the base of the wedge, and a stitched logo on the toe.
Chanel Black Leather Rounded Toe Wedge
By Chanel
Located in Narberth, PA
Black Leather Wedge Patent Leather Trim on Toe Silvertone CC On side of Heel Wear on Bottom of Shoes 2.5" Inch Heel 3" Inch Sole
Chanel Black Canvas Pearl Embellished Wedges 37
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Black Canvas Pearl Embellished Wedges - Black canvas wedges - Pear detail embellishment to the heel - Golden tone Chanel brand logo to the heel - Round toe - Black leather in...
Chanel Black Patent Leather Wedges Size 41
By Chanel
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Patent Leather Chanel Wedge Pumps w/ Black Stitching Detail and Logo at Straps
Chanel Chain Wedge Overknee Boots - black
By Chanel
Located in Baarn, NL
Are these classy or what?! Stylish Chanel overknee boots with a golden chain and a wedge heel. These boots have knee length, the shaft measures 50 centimeters, no zipper. The heel...
Chanel Black Leather Sandals with Silver Wedge Heel
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Modern and stylish is the description for this Chanel Black leather and Silver wedge heel sandal.
Chanel Black Patent Cameilla Flower and Suede Espadrille Wedge
By Chanel
Located in Narberth, PA
Chanel Black Patent Cameilla Flower and Suede Espadrille Wedge.
Chanel Black Leather CC Slide Wedge Sandals Size 39.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The design involves a black leather upper wonderfully balanced on a CC-detailed clear wedge heel.
Chanel Black Leather Round Toe Wedge Boots Size 39.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These ankle boots hail from the iconic house of Chanel. Crafted from quality leather, they come in a lovely shade of black.
Chanel Black Leather Pearl-Embellished Wedge Sandals Size 38
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Chanel yet again brings a stunning set of sandals that makes us marvel at its beauty and craftsmanship.
Chanel Blue/Black Camellia Slide Wedge Sandals Size 40.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Chanel brings a perfect pair for the summer season! These sandals come with a Camellia-accented upper that will frame your feet in the most elegant way. The wedge heels are supported...
Chanel Black Leather Strappy Ankle Wedge Sandals Size 36
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
One of the most celebrated fashion House, Chanel is known for its brilliant craftsmanship in shoemaking. Crafted from leather in black shade, the strappy style will adorn your feet i...
Chanel Black Leather Strappy Ankle Wedge Sandals Size 36
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
One of the most celebrated fashion House, Chanel is known for its brilliant craftsmanship in shoemaking. Crafted from leather in black shade, the strappy style will adorn your feet i...
Giorgio Armani Navy Blue Sequin and Beaded Sleeveless Top - 42
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani navy blue, red and clear sequin and beaded top. This beautiful top is in excellent condition. Measurements: length 22" bust 36" waist 38" Size 42
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...
$1,000
Size: Size; Recommended UK 4 - 6.
1988 Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet and Jersey long sleeve corset - Bustier
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 1988 Vivienne Westwood boned, velvet & jersey corset, with 3/4 length sleeves and zip fasten closure. Size; Recommended UK 4 - 6. Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Pit to ...
Eudon Choi Grey Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very elegant gown by Eudon Chois. In a pretty shade of grey , the dress has a sexy tie back and hangs beautifully. Measurements
Christian Dior evening dress 2008
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Plum silk muslin evening dress with a cut in bias. A shoulder with drapery is ornamented with pearled leaves and black sequins. Size 36FR indicated. A 2008 Co...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Roberto Cavalli Summer Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
A pretty Summer top by Roberto Cavalli. The top has a v neckline, frill sleaves , adn is a blue and yellow print with gathering at the bust.
$1,837Sale Price|25% Off
Size: FR 36
New Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2001 Runway Coat Jacket Sz 36
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall / Winter 2001 Brand New A Rare Find Size: FR 36 $2450 100% Virgin Wool Black Virgin Wool Jacket With Ruffle Trim Shown at the 2001 Fall Runway ...
Iconic 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Dallas, TX
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top An iconic collector’s piece from the early '90s, this Dolce & Gabbana bustier is a standout example of the brand’s bold, embe...
1990s Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Teal Blue Soft Angora Wool + Alpaca Trench Coat
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Sparks, NV
Amazing teal blue vintage coat by Karl Lagerfeld in a heavy wool, alpaca and angora blend. Oversized fit with notched lapels, thick sleeve cuffs and triangular patch pockets. Comes w...
1990s Gianni Versace Couture Teal Turquoise Blue Silk Jersey Vintage 90s Skirt
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
The ultimate 1990s vintage GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE turquoise / teal blue slink silk jersey skirt! The perfect vibrant blue color adds a pop of color to any outfit. Sits on the hips, w...
Gianni Versace New Vintage Cashmere Colorblock American Flag Sweater
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cashmere American flag sweater from Gianni Versace. It has a flag on the front and back with red and white stripes crossing the chest, back and one sleeve and the white st...
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Black Lace Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Sharon, CT
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection Croisière '84. Black floral motif lace Evening Gown with pink satin sash, fully lined.
CHRISTIAN DIOR. Oblique monogram Dior SWIMSUIT New
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
Oblique Monogram Dior Swimsuit. neuf. Never worn. Rare and sought-after model. A slight little addict at the very discreet back.(voir photo) Suitable for a 38. Just wonderful!!!
Prada White Cotton Ruffled Top - 40
By Prada
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Prada White Cotton Ruffled Top - 40 This pretty white lightweight cotton top has a ruffle front detail, top buttons at an angle along the front, has ruching, and a 3/4 length sleeve...
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.
Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.
Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.
The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?
Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.
A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.
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.