Chanel Belt Paris Bombay
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Collector piece! Métiers d'Art CHANEL belt beads Condition: very good Country of manufacture
Chanel Belt Paris Bombay
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Collector piece! Métiers d'Art CHANEL belt beads Condition: very good Country of manufacture
Chanel runway Paris Bombay 2012 dress
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel runway métiers dart Paris Bombay pre fall 2012 dress size 40 FR as seen on Sarah Jessica
Paris-Bombay Chanel Runway Python Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Rare CHANEL Métiers d'art Paris-Bombay clutch bag Condition: very good Country of manufacture
Chanel Paris-Bombay Vest And Skirt Set
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
, bottom width: 63 cm Collection : Métiers d'Art Paris-Bombay Year : 2012 Details : The tweed yoke at the
CHANEL Paris-Bombay Black Tweed Jacket - Size 38
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Gorgeous Chanel Paris-Bombay Tweed Jacket in size 38! This jacket is in very good condition and
Chanel belt Paris-Bombay Pre-Fall 2012
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Openwork champagne-metal articulated belt with rhinestones, house logos, and resin
CHANEL New Paris / Bombay Runway Tweed Trousers 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Black & Deep Purple Tweed Pants with Gripoix Buttons — Paris / BOMBAY Métiers d’Art
CHANEL 13K$ Paris / Bombay Runway Tweed Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Collectible Lesage Tweed Jacket with Masterpiece Gripoix Buttons Runway of Paris / BOMBAY
CHANEL Black Tweed Jacket Paris / BOMBAY Collection 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL · Collectible Timeless Black Tweed Jacket — “Paris / BOMBAY” Métiers d’Art Collection
Chanel Ecru Bouclé Paris Bombay Cocktail Dress Pre Fall 2012
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel pre fall 2012 Paris Bombay collection cocktail dress in ecru wool bouclé with silver and
CHANEL 13K$ Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
— From the resplendent Paris / BOMBAY 2012 Métiers d’Art collection, this coat is more than couture
2012 Chanel Paris-Bombay Metiers d Art Black Cotton Boucle Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Black boucle cotton tweed jacket Paris-Bombay Metiers d Art Autumn 2012 featuring a silk
CHANEL brown black blue wool 2012 12A BOMBAY FOUR POCKET TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel tweed jacket in black, brown, navy and red wool (60%), nylon (26%), mohair (7
Chanel Pre Fall 2012 Paris Bombay White Cashmere Blend Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel Pre Fall 2012 Paris-Bombay off white cashmere blend double breasted jacket trimmed in black
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 2012 12A Fall Pre Fall Paris Bombay skirt suit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 2012 12A Fall Pre Fall Paris Bombay skirt suit Designer: Karl Lagerfeld
Chanel Pre-Fall 2012 Metiers D’Art Paris-Bombay Draped Front Tweed Skirt
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Chanel swagged black tweed skirt - from the Pre-Fall 2012 Metiers D’Art ‘Paris-Bombay
Chanel Pre-Fall 2012 Look 40 Paris-Bombay Silver Black Tweed Swing Jacket 42
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel pre-fall 2012 look 40, Paris-Bombay collection, silver, white & black tweed swing jacket
Pre Fall 2012 Chanel Jean FR40 Bombay Black Quilted Denim Jeans UK12 US10
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jeans Pre Fall 2012 collection - Paris Bombay - in slightly faded black denim canvas and
2011 Métiers d'art Paris Bombay jacket size 38
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Chanel Jacket Size 38 from the Métiers d'art Paris Bombay 2011 collection Condition: very
Chanel Cream Gold Shiva Bowling Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Shiva bag from the Bombay collection features crinkled cream caviar-grained leather
Long CHANEL Pouch in Matte Copper Gold Python
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful CHANEL Métiers d'art Paris-Bombay clutch bag Condition: very good Made in Italy Material
Unavailable
Size: FR 42/ 8
Chanel 2012 12A Paris-Bombay Metallic Platinum Black Pencil Skirt FR 40/ 42 US 8
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Ormond Beach, FL
Dazzling, 2012 12A "Chanel" metallic platinum silver & black pencil skirt from the "Paris-Bombay
Chanel Bombay Collection Gripoix Buttons Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Classic Chanel black tweed jacket from Runway of Paris / Bombay Metiers d'Art Collection - CC logo
Chanel Bombay Collection Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely stunning Chanel tweed coat featuring 20! jewel buttons - from Metiers d'Art ''Paris
Chanel Bombay Electric Shimmer Lesage Tweed Skirt
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A stand out Chanel skirt made of lesage tweed hand-embellished with tiniest sequins - from Paris
Chanel Bombay CC Jewel Buttons Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black tweed jacket with CC jewel logo buttons. - From Catwalk of Paris / BOMBAY
CHANEL pink cashmere 2012 BOMBAY SCARF Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Bombay Metier 2012 fringed scarf sweater in pink and off-white cashmere (99
Chanel Métiers d'Art Red Tweed Jacket Blazer
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
with jeans or dressed up for a special occasion. This piece hails from Chanel's Bombay Collection
CHANEL "Paris-Bombay" Belt
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and Collector! CHANEL "Paris-Bombay" belt. Magnificent CHANEL Métiers d'Art belt, Paris
Chanel Logo Oversized Bombay Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel Logo bomber with brand's name at back. As seen on many fashion bloggers! - CC logo
Chanel Collection Bombay Tweed Runway Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely stunning Chanel tweed coat featuring 20! jewel buttons - from Metiers d'Art ''Paris
Chanel 2012 Paris-Bombay Coat Sz.46
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Step into the world of high fashion with this stunning Chanel coat from the 2012 Paris-Bombay
Chanel 9K$ Paris / Bombay Runway Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art Boutique
Chanel Paris / Bombay Jewel Buttons Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel ecru tweed jacket from Look #7 pf Paris / BOMBAY Collection. Size mark 36 FR
Chanel Paris-Bombay 2011/12 Parcel Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Part of CHANEL's 2011-2012 Paris-Bombay collection, this Parcel bag is crafted from smooth leather
Chanel Paris-Bombay 2013 Python Clutch with Jewels
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extremely rare and luxurious, this Chanel clutch is from the 2013 Paris-Bombay Métiers d’Art
Chanel Pairs / Bombay Jewel Buttons Runway Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely stunning Chanel tweed coat featuring 20! jewel buttons from Paris / BOMBAY Collection
Chanel 10K$ Paris / Bombay Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art Boutique
Chanel Paris / Bombay Jewel Buttons Lesage Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Gorgeous Chanel lesage tweed jacket from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection by Mr Karl Lagerfeld
Chanel Paris-Bombay Lambskin Leather Jacket - Size 40
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Absolutely stunning Chanel "Paris-Bombay" lambskin leather jacket in a size 40! This luxurious
Chanel Black Tweed Jacket Paris / BOMBAY Collection 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
From the storied Paris / BOMBAY Runway, this Chanel black tweed jacket distills the maison’s
Chanel 14K$ Paris / Bombay Jewel Detail Tweed Vest
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ From Karl Lagerfeld’s transcendent Paris / BOMBAY 2012 Métiers d’Art collection, this rare Chanel
CHANEL Paris / Bombay Runway Tweed Trousers 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Black & Deep Purple Tweed Pants with Gripoix Buttons // Size mark 36 FR / Condition: never
Chanel 10K Paris / Bombay CC Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art, boutique
Chanel 10K$ Paris / Bombay CC Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art, boutique
Chanel 10K$ Paris / Bombay CC Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art, boutique
Chanel 11K$ Paris / Bombay Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Black Tweed Jacket with Jewel Buttons – Paris / Bombay Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ A
Chanel Rarest Paris / Bombay Runway Leather Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning, rare Chanel burgundy leather jacket from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012
Chanel 10K Rarest Paris / Bombay CC Buttons Leather Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Boutique price 9,800$ (without tax) Super rare, collectors Chanel leather jacket in noble deep
Chanel 10K$ Rarest Paris / Bombay CC Buttons Leather Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Boutique price over 10,000$ Super rare, collectors Chanel leather jacket in noble deep burgundy
Chanel 10K Rarest Paris / Bombay CC Buttons Leather Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Boutique price over 10,000$ Super rare, collectors Chanel leather jacket in noble deep burgundy
Chanel 10K$ Rarest Paris / Bombay CC Buttons Leather Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Boutique price over 10,000$ Super rare, collectors Chanel leather jacket in noble deep burgundy
Chanel 10K$ Rarest Paris / Bombay CC Buttons Leather Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Boutique price over 10,000$ Super rare, collectors Chanel leather jacket in noble deep burgundy
CHANEL Paris / Bombay Black Ribbon Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL · Collectible Ribbon Tweed Jacket — Paris / Bombay Métiers d’Art Collection by Karl
Chanel Metallic Gold Paris-Bombay Metiers d’Art Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
From the Fall 2012 collection. Metallic gold leather Chanel Paris-Bombay Metiers d’Art clutch with
CHANEL ivory cotton 2012 BOMBAY TWEED Dress 34 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2012 Bombay tweed dress in ivory cotton (100%). Features long buttoned cuffs
Chanel 12K$ Paris / Bombay Runway Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
/ BOMBAY 2012 Métiers d’Art collection, this coat is more than couture — it is a collectible relic
Chanel 12K$ Paris / Bombay Runway Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
/ BOMBAY 2012 Métiers d’Art collection, this coat is more than couture — it is a collectible relic
CHANEL Paris / Bombay Black Ribbon Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL · Collectible Ribbon Tweed Jacket // Size mark: 36 FR / Condition: never worn // — Lined
Chanel Paris-Bombay Black Tweed Jacket, Gripoix Buttons Sz.38
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Stunning Chanel 13K Paris/Bombay Collection Black Tweed Jacket with Gripoix Buttons. This jacket is
Chanel 10K$ Paris / Bombay Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art Boutique
Chanel Paris-Bombay Collection Dress With 'CC' Logo Elephant Buttons
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Paris-Bombay Collection Dress With 'CC' Logo Elephant Buttons Navy dress crafted from wool
Chanel 10K$ Paris / Bombay Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art Boutique
CHANEL Jacket Collection 'Paris Bombay' in White Wool Size 44FR
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel jacket, collection 'Paris Bombay' in white wool lined with white monogram silk. Comes from
CHANEL 13K$ Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
camellia accents, Chanel’s eternal flower, secret and sacred to those who understand the codes
Chanel Pewter Metallic Python Paris/Bombay Classic Flap Bag $8700
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Silver and Pewter Python Flap Bag c.2012 Made in metallic pewter and bronze Python leather
Chanel Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black tweed jacket with CC Gripoix jewel buttons ~ from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY
Chanel Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black tweed jacket with CC Gripoix jewel buttons ~ from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY
Chanel Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black tweed jacket with CC Gripoix jewel buttons ~ from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY
Chanel Paris-Bombay 2012 Bride White Silver Embellished 12A Silk Gown
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exceptionally rare Chanel gown from the Paris-Bombay Métiers d’Art 2012 collection was the
Chanel Paris-Bombay Black Lucite Metiers D'art Matryoshka Runway Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
The Matryoshka Doll bag, a symbol of the rich cultural fusion and artistic prowess that Chanel
CHANEL 'Paris Bombay' Jacket in Lurex and Multicolored Broght Yarns Size 36EU
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel pretty 'Paris Bombay' jacket, close to the body, in lurex with multicolored bright red
Chanel 13K$ Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 50 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Gorgeous Runway black jacket Chanel made of precious 100% silk Lesage tweed ~ from Paris / BOMBAY
Chanel 13K$ Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 50 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Gorgeous Runway black jacket Chanel made of precious 100% silk Lesage tweed ~ from Paris / BOMBAY
Chanel 13K$ Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 50 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Gorgeous Runway black jacket Chanel made of precious 100% silk Lesage tweed ~ from Paris / BOMBAY
Pink silk tweed jacket with jewellery buttons Chanel ( Paris-Bombay Collection)
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Jacket in pink silk tweed with jewellery's buttons. Branded jacquard silk lining. Removable cuff ( 95% silk, 5% polyamide) attached to the inside sleeves with buttons. Chain inside o...
CHANEL "Paris-Bombay" Belt in Red Tweed, CC, Glass Pearls and Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Collector piece! Chanel belt in red, white and black tweed, from the runway Les Métiers d'Art
Chanel Pre-Fall 2012 Bombay Ecru Silver Embellished Tweed 12A Jacket Suit
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing a breathtaking embellished skirt suit from the Chanel Metiers D'Art Pre-Fall 2012 Paris
Chanel 2014 Boy Brick Barcode Lego Minaudière Clutch Bag Supermarket 67667
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67667 Chanel 2014 Boy Brick Barcode Lego Minaudière Clutch Bag Supermarket All black on one side and a multi-textured striped panel resembling a supermarket item barcode ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
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 ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Cotton Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2003 "Irere" Designer: Alexander McQu...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
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...
$16,909
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
$17,742Sale Price|35% Off
Christian Dior by Galliano Samourai Limited Edition bag NWOT
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Capri, IT
Christian Dior by Galliano Samourai Limited Edition bag NWOT Christian Dior grey croco leather samourai handle bag NWOT totally made with grey croco leather and bakelite hardware Des...
Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress Fringed dress with alligator/snake print from the iconic 2011S/S collection. The low-cut dress has an asymmetric style and is cra...
CHANEL CC White And Silver Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
A piece as rarely seen. Chanel has outdone herself in this silver and white minaudiere. On the one hand, a large silver CC shiny on the top then subtly rounded white on the bottom an...
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk
By Irene Scharaff
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for costume design, made this go...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Christian Dior John Galliano - Fall/Winter 1998 Gray Fur Skirt Suit Size 38FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior John Galliano Vintage Gray Fur Skirt Suit Size 38FR - John Galliano for Christian Dior.
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Pink Chinoiserie Printed Stretch Cardigan Sheer Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pink pheasant print Roberto Cavalli cardigan. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this print first debuted on the season's runway in yellow on look number 11 on Aman...
New LANVIN Duchesse Satin Vintage Gray Long Wedding Celebrity Gown US 2 4 FR 36
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Goshen, KY
Size: French 36 Brand: LANVIN Color: Light Dove Gray Season: Vintage Features: Strapless sweetheart neckline Draped detail throughout Ruffle detail at side Belt at waist Long leng...
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.
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.