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Chanel brown velvet CC shoulder bag
Chanel brown velvet CC shoulder bag

Chanel brown velvet CC shoulder bag

$3,447Sale Price|30% Off

Chanel brown velvet CC shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel brown velvet CC shoulder bag from year 1997 to 1999. This bag is the combination of luxury

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 28cm Brown Velvet CC Shoulder bag
Chanel 28cm Brown Velvet CC Shoulder bag

Chanel 28cm Brown Velvet CC Shoulder bag

$2,712Sale Price|44% Off

Chanel 28cm Brown Velvet CC Shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel brown velvet CC shoulder bag from year 1997 to 1999. This bag is the combination of luxury

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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Mint Patent shoulder bag
Chanel Mint Patent shoulder bag

Chanel Mint Patent shoulder bag

$2,900

Chanel Mint Patent shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Mint color patent leather shoulder bag. PHW. Bag has some discoloration which is not

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Python
Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Python

Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Python

$2,899

Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Python

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Canvas and Python from the brand's 2003-2004 Collection. Crafted from

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Sesame Brown Tan Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote 1C0502
Chanel Sesame Brown Tan Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote 1C0502

Chanel Sesame Brown Tan Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote 1C0502

$2,340

Chanel Sesame Brown Tan Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote 1C0502

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 5491324 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 3" Height: 12" Handle Drop: 11" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Accessories...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Patent Chocolate Bar Flap Shoulder Bag
Chanel Patent Chocolate Bar Flap Shoulder Bag

Chanel Patent Chocolate Bar Flap Shoulder Bag

$2,180

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

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Early 2000s Unknown Shoulder Bags

Chanel Reissue East West Jersey & Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
Chanel Reissue East West Jersey & Patent Leather Shoulder Bag

Chanel Reissue East West Jersey & Patent Leather Shoulder Bag

$1,589

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Paris Dallas Golden Brown Bag
CHANEL Paris Dallas Golden Brown Bag

CHANEL Paris Dallas Golden Brown Bag

$9,770

CHANEL Paris Dallas Golden Brown Bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

leather Interior : same color leather Color: golden brown Measurements : 24.5 × 15.5 × 6.5 cm Shoulder

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Brown leather shoulder bag with top-stitching and chain Chanel Circa 1984
Brown leather shoulder bag with top-stitching and chain Chanel Circa 1984

Brown leather shoulder bag with top-stitching and chain Chanel Circa 1984

$5,050

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

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag
CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag

CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag

$1,698

CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag Reference: JHDN/A00085

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hobo Bags

Chanel Light Brown Suede Patchwork Messenger Shopper Bag 87cz418s
Chanel Light Brown Suede Patchwork Messenger Shopper Bag 87cz418s

Chanel Light Brown Suede Patchwork Messenger Shopper Bag 87cz418s

$1,107

Chanel Light Brown Suede Patchwork Messenger Shopper Bag 87cz418s

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel Light Brown Suede Patchwork Messenger Shopper Bag 87cz418s Date Code/Serial Number: 8348375

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Kelly Vintage Brown Calfskin Leather Top Handle Bag
Chanel Kelly Vintage Brown Calfskin Leather Top Handle Bag

Chanel Kelly Vintage Brown Calfskin Leather Top Handle Bag

$1,999

Chanel Kelly Vintage Brown Calfskin Leather Top Handle Bag

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Kelly Vintage Brown Calfskin Leather Top Handle Bag These are professional photos of the

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1990s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Beige Black Quilted Leather Gabrielle Large Shoulder Bag
Chanel Beige Black Quilted Leather Gabrielle Large Shoulder Bag

Chanel Beige Black Quilted Leather Gabrielle Large Shoulder Bag

$3,848

Chanel Beige Black Quilted Leather Gabrielle Large Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

authenticators. The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Chanel Gabrielle Large shoulder bag crafted

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2010s Italian Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Authentic Chanel Boy Medium Brown Leather Crossbody Bag Pre-owned
Authentic Chanel Boy Medium Brown Leather Crossbody Bag Pre-owned

Authentic Chanel Boy Medium Brown Leather Crossbody Bag Pre-owned

$3,848

Authentic Chanel Boy Medium Brown Leather Crossbody Bag Pre-owned

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

This is an authentic Chanel Boy Medium bag in Brown Leather. It features: Leather material

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Brown Lambskin Quilted Single Flap Jumbo Classic Bag
Chanel Brown Lambskin Quilted Single Flap Jumbo Classic Bag

Chanel Brown Lambskin Quilted Single Flap Jumbo Classic Bag

$4,795

Chanel Brown Lambskin Quilted Single Flap Jumbo Classic Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Dark Chocolate Brown Lambskin Leather Quilted Single Flap Jumbo Classic Bag Made In: France

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Brown Caviar Leather Hobo Bag – Chain Strap & CC Logo
Chanel Brown Caviar Leather Hobo Bag – Chain Strap & CC Logo

Chanel Brown Caviar Leather Hobo Bag – Chain Strap & CC Logo

$1,920

Chanel Brown Caviar Leather Hobo Bag – Chain Strap & CC Logo

By Chanel

Located in Amman, JO

Chanel Brown Caviar Leather Hobo Bag – Chain Strap & CC Logo Classic meets casual in this

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21st Century and Contemporary French Hobo Bags

CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag
CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag

CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag

$1,680

CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Hong Kong, NT

: Brown, Tan Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Lining: Brown Fabric Extra Details: Chanel shoulder bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel 19 Bag 2021 Small Pink Shearling Flap Bag
Chanel 19 Bag 2021 Small Pink Shearling Flap Bag

Chanel 19 Bag 2021 Small Pink Shearling Flap Bag

$3,780

Chanel 19 Bag 2021 Small Pink Shearling Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel 19 Bag 2021 Small Pink Shearling Flap Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Camel Quilted Shinny Calfskin Large Chanel 22 Bag
Chanel Camel Quilted Shinny Calfskin Large Chanel 22 Bag

Chanel Camel Quilted Shinny Calfskin Large Chanel 22 Bag

$6,926Sale 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

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Caramel vintage shoulder bag Chanel ‘80
Caramel vintage shoulder bag Chanel ‘80

Caramel vintage shoulder bag Chanel ‘80

$3,006

Caramel vintage shoulder bag Chanel ‘80

Located in Carnate, IT

80s caramel Chanel bag Vintage caramel-colored leather bag worn over the shoulder. Golden hardware

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Easy Carry Flap Bag
Chanel Quilted Lambskin Easy Carry Flap Bag

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Easy Carry Flap Bag

$7,507

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Metallic Reissue Jumbo Flap Bag
Chanel Metallic Reissue Jumbo Flap Bag

Chanel Metallic Reissue Jumbo Flap Bag

$6,299

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

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Pre Fall 2009 Paris Moscow Gold Chanel 2.55 Bag
Chanel Pre Fall 2009 Paris Moscow Gold Chanel 2.55 Bag

Chanel Pre Fall 2009 Paris Moscow Gold Chanel 2.55 Bag

$16,835

Chanel Pre Fall 2009 Paris Moscow Gold Chanel 2.55 Bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

. The dimensions of the bag are: length 24 cm, height 12 cm, depth 7 cm. The shoulder strap measures 150

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Pink Shearling Small Coco Top Handle Bag
Chanel Pink Shearling Small Coco Top Handle Bag

Chanel Pink Shearling Small Coco Top Handle Bag

$3,250

Chanel Pink Shearling Small Coco Top Handle Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Pink Shearling Small Coco Top Handle Bag SKU: 151037 Condition: Pre-owned

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Multi-material Jumbo 'Patchwork' Bag, 2012
Chanel Multi-material Jumbo 'Patchwork' Bag, 2012

Chanel Multi-material Jumbo 'Patchwork' Bag, 2012

$10,822

Chanel Multi-material Jumbo 'Patchwork' Bag, 2012

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Multi-material Jumbo bag made of patchworked multicolored leather, denim

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Graphic Single Flap Bag Black Red
Chanel Graphic Single Flap Bag Black Red

Chanel Graphic Single Flap Bag Black Red

$5,199

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Argent Fonce' Reissue Double Flap Bag
Chanel Argent Fonce' Reissue Double Flap Bag

Chanel Argent Fonce' Reissue Double Flap Bag

$5,999

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Dégradé kaki sued "Puzzle" bag CHANEL( numbered)
Dégradé kaki sued "Puzzle" bag CHANEL( numbered)

Dégradé kaki sued "Puzzle" bag CHANEL( numbered)

$2,765

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

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Chanel Brown Shoulder Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel brown shoulder bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Brown, Black, Beige and more. Finding the perfect chanel brown shoulder bag may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Chanel Brown Shoulder Bag?

On average, a chanel brown shoulder bag on 1stDibs sells for $3,222, while they’re typically $310 on the low end and $49,925 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Chanel for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Shoulder-bags for You

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.

Questions About Chanel
  • Are Chanel earrings real gold?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
  • Are Chanel pearls real?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
  • How much is a Chanel tote?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
  • How much is the Chanel wallet on chain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
  • Is Chanel a luxury brand?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
  • How much is a vintage Chanel bag?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
  • Who is the founder of Chanel?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
  • What is Chanel?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • What does Chanel 5 smell like?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
  • Why is Chanel costume jewelry so expensive?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
  • What is Chanel Matelasse?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
  • Do Chanel bags go up in value?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Does Chanel make bedding?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, Chanel has made bedding. Long after it established itself as a pioneering fashion label, the French luxury brand eventually expanded into home accessories and decor. Throw blankets, pillows and other goods for the home have been a part of its offerings over the years.

    The legendary designer and entrepreneur Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel was very fond of well-appointed interiors. "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only," she said.

    A private apartment for the designer that occupied a floor at 31 rue Cambon in Paris, the building that housed her first boutique, was home to decorative screens, bookshelves filled with books (Chanel was an avid reader), Louis XIV furniture, beige carpets and a sofa of her own design.

    A home built by architect Robert Streitz called La Pausa, located in a sizable detached villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, was designed by Chanel and based on the convent-orphanage she lived in as a child. Chanel also created the interiors, reportedly with support from celebrated French designer Stéphane Boudin of Maison Jansen.

    Find vintage Chanel blankets and other home accessories on 1stDibs.

  • How much is a Chanel purse?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
  • How many stores does Chanel have?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • Why is Chanel so expensive?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • When was Chanel founded?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • What does Chanel Mademoiselle smell like?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • Where are Chanel bags made?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • Who is Chanel owned by?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

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