CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag Reference: TGAS/F00317
CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag Reference: TGAS/F00317
Chanel Mini Chain-Around Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Crossbody Bag, in Caramel lambskin with Interlocking CC Logo, quilted pattern, silver-tone
Chanel 2014 Paris Dallas Metièrs D'Art Runway Brown Fringe Shopper Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2014 Paris Dallas Metièrs D'Art Runway Brown Fringe Shopper Tote Bag Aged Gold Hardware
2019 Chanel white leather hobo bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL white Hobo bag from 2019 delivered in its original CHANEL dustbag. Crumpled-effect calfskin
$6,864Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Camel Quilted Shinny Calfskin Large Chanel 22 Bag
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
New pre-owned Chanel 22 bag crafted in a light and supple shinny quilted calfskin leather. It
Chanel Medium Galuchat Boy Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Medium Peach Galuchat Boy Bag. Bag comes as is.. Pre owned /good condition. Has some minor
Chanel Multicolor Python Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Multicolor Python Mini Flap Bag signed, pink brown, and orange skin, with interlaced
Chanel Gabrielle Lambskin CC Drawstring Dark Brown Backpack Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Chanel 2017 Lambskin CC Drawstring Dark Brown Backpack With dustbag Approximate size 12.25x12x4.5in
Rare Chanel 2011 Crossbody Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stunning brown leather Chanel drawstring handbag circa 2011! Brown leather is embossed with iconic
$5,737
Chanel bag Summer 1997
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Quilted canvas 'shopping' bag printed with a stylised multicolored flower
Brown leather shoulder bag with top-stitching and chain Chanel Circa 1984
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown leather shoulder bag with top-stitching and chain. Black leather lining. One flat pocket
Vintage 1990s Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse Gold CC Charm
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Discover this Vintage 1990s Authentic Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse with
Chanel Red Maxi Accordion Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Maxi 3 Accordion Flap Bag features a quilted red lambskin leather body, a silver
Chanel Red Suede Ruthenium Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Suede Boy Bag features red suede, interlocking CC Logo, antiqued silver-tone hardware
Chanel Chanel Limited Edition Graffiti Flower Power Messenger Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this vibrant Chanel messenger bag circa Chanel's Spring/Summer 2015 collection
Chanel Pink Caviar CC Box bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel CC Box bag is a classic, and its compact size makes it the perfect companion for every
Chanel Tan Quilted Calfskin CC Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Tan Quilted Calfskin CC Flap Bag SKU: 151244 Condition: Pre-owned Condition
Chanel Maroon Small Drawstring Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Cute little bucket bag with both top handle and removable crossbody strap. Slight creasing and
Chanel Paris-Moscou Moujik Flap Bag Beige Gold Lambskin Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Paris-Moscou Moujik Flap Bag Beige Gold Lambskin Flap Bag These are professional photos of
Chanel, Jumbo quilted leather bag in caramel
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, Jumbo quilted leather bag in caramel with gold hardware. The item is in excellent condition
Chanel Paris-Edinburgh Small Tartan Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel Paris-Edinburgh Small Tartan Boy Bag Condition: Very Good Condition details: Minimal signs
Chanel 1997 Camellia Ivory Linen Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Camellia Embossed Linen Tote – 1997 A rare 1997 Chanel tote crafted in textured linen
Chanel Quilted Diamond Camera Bag, 1990s France
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic piece of 1990s Chanel design, this vintage camera bag is crafted from buttery beige
Chanel Quilted Lambskin Easy Carry Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Investment Item - Chanel Quilted Lambskin Easy Carry Flap Bag Classic, soft body, burgundy bag
Chanel Pre Fall 2009 Paris Moscow Gold Chanel 2.55 Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL dust bag.
Chanel Metallic Reissue Jumbo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel dark gold metallic reissue jumbo flap with ruthenium hardware. Very good condition. Shoulder
CHANEL Caviar Quilted Large Bowler Bag Red
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CHANEL Caviar Quilted Large Bowler Bag Red These are professional photos of the actual bag offered
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Chanel Brown Quilted Leather Tote Bag is a refined and versatile piece that blends timeless
Chanel 19 Round White Cannage Leather bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 19 Round White Cannage Leather bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered
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
RARE Chanel Nude Lambskin Hula Hoop Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Nude Lambskin Hula Hoop Bag in excellent condition. Rare hula hoop design from the 2012
Chanel Graphic Single Flap Bag Black Red
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel graphic single flap bag in red and black leather. The bag comes with a gold chain which
Chanel Red Large 2 Way Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel red brushed leather 2 way shoulder bag. Lower zipped compartment and classic top flap
Chanel 2.55 Medium Flap Bag Gold Canvas
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 2.55 Medium Flap Bag Gold Canvas. In pristine condition. Limited edition. A floral beige and
Chanel Brushed Calf Medium Vintage Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel light brown leather vintage bag. It features a light brown exterior with contrast trims, two
Chanel Pink Chevron Stitched Ellipse Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
From the Cruise 2019 collection comes this bright little evening bag in rounded box shape. It
Chanel Turnlock Slingback Backpack Suede Leather Brown
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Chanel brown turn-lock brown leather and suede one-shoulder slingback backpack. Features
Chanel Patent Chocolate Bar Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel Patent Chocolate Bar Flap Shoulder Bag from year 2000-2002 collection. - Pink patent
Rare Chanel Python Fortune Cookie 2012 collection bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel Python leather Fortune Cookie 2012 collection bag, it comes with authenticity card and
Chanel Argent Fonce' Reissue Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel argent fonce' metallic reissue double flap. Excellent condition. Ruthenium hardware
Dégradé kaki sued "Puzzle" bag CHANEL( numbered)
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Dégradé kaki sued "Puzzle" bag Measures: 25 cm X 15 cm X 6 cm Chain lenght 55 cm Serial number
Vintage 1990s Chanel Pink Canvas Linen Quilted Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Chanel vintage camera bag in pink canvas. Good clean condition with minor scuffs and rubbi ng
Chanel White Rabbit Fur Kiss Lock Clutch Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel White Rabbit Fur Kiss Lock Clutch Chain Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag
Chanel Bronze Chain Bag Quilted Mini 232976
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number:10766631 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 2" Width: 1" Height: 4" Shoulder strap drop: "16 OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION (7.25/10 or B+) Signs of We...
Chanel basket bag Spring-Summer 1994
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Rattan basket bag with a golden metal chain fishnet interlaced with black
Chanel Dark Red Caviar Jumbo Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Chanel Jumbo Classic Flap Bag is crafted in durable dark red caviar leather, offering a
Very Rare Vintage 90s Chanel Small Wooden Box Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Extremely rare and coveted vintage Chanel wooden box bag in small size. Good condition overall
1990's Vintage Chanel Gold Lambskin Bucket Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare and collectible large 90s bucket bag. Excellent condition except one minor stain
Chanel Mini Boy Versailles Gold And Ivory Embroidered Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Boy Versailles Gold And Ivory Embroidered Bag. This mini boy comes from magical Château
Chanel Metallic Quilted Calfskin 2.55 Reissue 227 Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Metallic Quilted Calfskin 2.55 Reissue 227 Flap Bag Chanel 2.55 Reissue 227 crafted from
Chanel Reissue East West Jersey & Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Reissue East West Jersey & Patent Leather Shoulder Bag Dark beige bag crafted from diamond
2017 Chanel fucsia lambskin Chevron quilted medium boy shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel fucsia lambskin Chevron quilted medium boy shoulder bag measurements: 25.5 w x 15.5 h x 8.5
Chanel 'CC' Logo Caviar Leather Petite Shopping Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 'CC' Logo Caviar Leather Petite Shopping Tote Bag Burgundy shoulder bag crafted in iconic
Chanel Shoulder Bag Matelasse Lambskin Tortoiseshell Plastic Chain Shoulder Beig
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A timeless yet distinctive design from the House of Chanel, this Matelassé quilted shoulder bag is
Chanel Diana Flap Bag Mini Black Silk Satin Bijou Chain
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Diana Flap Bag Mini Black Silk Satin Bijou Chain These are professional photos of the actual
1990s Chanel beige and black cambon lamb skin tote bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
This is a chic and stylish bag from the Chanel Ligne Cambon collection and is very popular among
Chanel Bubble Chain Striped Quilted Flap Bag Red/White Tote
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Bubble Chain Striped Quilted Flap Bag Red/White Tote These are professional photos of the
In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.
The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.
Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.
But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.
In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.
Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.
Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic.
After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.
Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.
Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
Only Chanel could elevate humble materials like denim and wicker to icon-level status.
In the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, even running errands became a chic exercise.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
How do you tell if a Chanel purse is a knockoff or the real deal? We spoke with handbag experts Alexa Ridolfi and Gerry Gallagher about how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.