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Chanel Mini Classic Bag 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld
Chanel Mini Classic Bag 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld

Chanel Mini Classic Bag 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - Ready-to-Wear 2017 Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Quilted red

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel neoprene bag by Karl Lagerfeld Resort 2015
Chanel neoprene bag by Karl Lagerfeld Resort 2015

Chanel neoprene bag by Karl Lagerfeld Resort 2015

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 2015 Resort ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Navy

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 'Classic' bag by Karl Lagerfeld Resort 2017
Chanel 'Classic' bag by Karl Lagerfeld Resort 2017

Chanel 'Classic' bag by Karl Lagerfeld Resort 2017

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 2017 Resort 'Coco Cuba' ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel bag 'tape' by Karl Lagerfeld Summer 2004
Chanel bag 'tape' by Karl Lagerfeld Summer 2004

Chanel bag 'tape' by Karl Lagerfeld Summer 2004

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 2004 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

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Early 2000s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel 1989 Vintage Black Suede Shoulder Bag by Karl Lagerfeld, Unisex
Chanel 1989 Vintage Black Suede Shoulder Bag by Karl Lagerfeld, Unisex

Chanel 1989 Vintage Black Suede Shoulder Bag by Karl Lagerfeld, Unisex

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Capri, IT

1989 Chanel Black suede shoulder bag From the Karl Lagerfeld 1989-1991 collection this Chanel black

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1990s Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Chanel earrings 'bag' by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture 1987
Chanel earrings 'bag' by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture 1987

Chanel earrings 'bag' by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture 1987

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - A 1987 Haute Couture Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Golden

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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Timeless bag by Karl Lagerfeld Pre Fall 2010
Chanel Timeless bag by Karl Lagerfeld Pre Fall 2010

Chanel Timeless bag by Karl Lagerfeld Pre Fall 2010

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 2010 Pre Fall Paris-Shangai Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel minaudière bag by Karl Lagerfeld collection 1997/1999
Chanel minaudière bag by Karl Lagerfeld collection 1997/1999

Chanel minaudière bag by Karl Lagerfeld collection 1997/1999

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - Ready-to-Wear Collection 1997/1999, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Small

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel bag 'Paris-Shanghai' by Karl Lagerfeld Pre-Fall 2010
Chanel bag 'Paris-Shanghai' by Karl Lagerfeld Pre-Fall 2010

Chanel bag 'Paris-Shanghai' by Karl Lagerfeld Pre-Fall 2010

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 2010 Metiers d'art 'Paris-Shanghai' Collection under the artistic direction of Karl

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Silver Beaded Chainmail Belt Bag, SS 1999
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Silver Beaded Chainmail Belt Bag, SS 1999

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Silver Beaded Chainmail Belt Bag, SS 1999

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in London, GB

▪ Brand: Chanel ▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Collection: Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Fabric

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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Spring 2004 CHANEL by Karl Lagerfeld Runway White Crochet Knit Shoulder Bag
Spring 2004 CHANEL by Karl Lagerfeld Runway White Crochet Knit Shoulder Bag

Spring 2004 CHANEL by Karl Lagerfeld Runway White Crochet Knit Shoulder Bag

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Munich, DE

recognizable white Chanel flap bag in an unusual boho-style crochet knit design from Karl Lagerfeld's Spring

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Navy Quilted Lambskin Shoulder Bag
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Navy Quilted Lambskin Shoulder Bag

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Navy Quilted Lambskin Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld navy quilted lambskin leather shoulder bag featuring quilted smooth navy

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1980s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel f/w 2014 / 2015 supermarket by Karl Lagerfeld Pre-Owned coat
Chanel f/w 2014 / 2015 supermarket by Karl Lagerfeld Pre-Owned coat

Chanel f/w 2014 / 2015 supermarket by Karl Lagerfeld Pre-Owned coat

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Chanel f/w 2014 / 2015 supermarket by Karl Lagerfeld Pre-Owned coat Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld

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2010s French Coats and Outerwear

2009 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Biarritz Grey Wool Tote Bag
2009 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Biarritz Grey Wool Tote Bag

2009 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Biarritz Grey Wool Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld grey wool “Paris-Biarritz” tote bag featuring a diamond quilted pattern

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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

A Rare 1990s Black Satin Silk Evening Minaudière Bag by Chanel
A Rare 1990s Black Satin Silk Evening Minaudière Bag by Chanel

A Rare 1990s Black Satin Silk Evening Minaudière Bag by Chanel

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Aci Castello, IT

evening luxury under the creative direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Designed for the most formal occasions, the

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Late 20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Taupe Tweed Portobello Flap Bag
Chanel Taupe Tweed Portobello Flap Bag

Chanel Taupe Tweed Portobello Flap Bag

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Chanel shoulder bag from the Fall 2013 collection by Karl Lagerfeld features quilted calfskin

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle 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

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Wild Stitch Collection: 2002-2003 Material: Leather Color

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

CHANEL 2017 Carry Chic leather gold tone top handle  mini clip crossbody bag
CHANEL 2017 Carry Chic leather gold tone top handle  mini clip crossbody bag

CHANEL 2017 Carry Chic leather gold tone top handle mini clip crossbody bag

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Reference: TGAS/F01005 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Chanel Carry Chic Mini Flap Bag

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Multicolored Canvas Bag, 2003/2004
Chanel Multicolored Canvas Bag, 2003/2004

Chanel Multicolored Canvas Bag, 2003/2004

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in Italy) Multicolored canvas bag, leather and wooden handles. It is accompanied by

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel
A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel

A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This is a highly Rare and Vintage Chanel Top Handle Bag from the late 1990s to early 2000s

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel S/S 2019 By The Sea PVC Transparent Sand 19P Classic Flap Bag
Chanel S/S 2019 By The Sea PVC Transparent Sand 19P Classic Flap Bag

Chanel S/S 2019 By The Sea PVC Transparent Sand 19P Classic Flap Bag

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Chanel Spring/Summer 2019 “By the Sea” clear PVC bag, designed by Karl Lagerfeld for his final

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Cruise 2011 Paris Saint Tropez Collection runway bag bijoux chain
Chanel Cruise 2011 Paris Saint Tropez Collection runway bag bijoux chain

Chanel Cruise 2011 Paris Saint Tropez Collection runway bag bijoux chain

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Chanel Runway Cruise 2011 Paris Saint Tropez Collection by Karl Lagerfeld rare gold lambskin

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Quilted Fabric Printed with Animals Bag Spring, 2007
Chanel Quilted Fabric Printed with Animals Bag Spring, 2007

Chanel Quilted Fabric Printed with Animals Bag Spring, 2007

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel -(Made in Italy) Bag in quilted fabric printed with animals. It is accompanied by a small

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Stunning CHANEL Pre-Fall PARIS to DALLAS 2014 Small Whipstitch Boy Bag
Stunning CHANEL Pre-Fall PARIS to DALLAS 2014 Small Whipstitch Boy Bag

Stunning CHANEL Pre-Fall PARIS to DALLAS 2014 Small Whipstitch Boy Bag

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Conroe, TX

Stunning CHANEL Small Whipstitch Boy Bag Chanel Shoulder Bag From the Pre-Fall Paris to Dallas

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Rare Chanel Shoulder Bag in Red Leather and Denim Fabric
Rare Chanel Shoulder Bag in Red Leather and Denim Fabric

Rare Chanel Shoulder Bag in Red Leather and Denim Fabric

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Milano, IT

Superb bag designed by the great Coco Chanel in the 1980s, fine French craftsmanship. ORIGINAL

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1990s French Tote Bags

Chanel 1990 red lambskin and canvas crossbody bag, iconic leather chain, France
Chanel 1990 red lambskin and canvas crossbody bag, iconic leather chain, France

Chanel 1990 red lambskin and canvas crossbody bag, iconic leather chain, France

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Iconic vintage Chanel shoulder bag made of red lamb leather and natural colored quilted canvas. The

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Vintage S/S 1991 Iridescent White 24K Gold Sequin Micro Mini Flap Bag
Chanel Vintage S/S 1991 Iridescent White 24K Gold Sequin Micro Mini Flap Bag

Chanel Vintage S/S 1991 Iridescent White 24K Gold Sequin Micro Mini Flap Bag

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Karl Lagerfeld’s early 1990s vision for the house. The bag is finished with Chanel’s signature 24k gold

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel silk foulard / scarf
Chanel silk foulard / scarf

Chanel silk foulard / scarf

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - Pink and grey silk scarf with Chanel alphabet terms. Brand label missing. Condition: Very

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Early 2000s European Scarves

Chanel Small Pink Silk Chiffon Scarf with CHANEL and COCO Logo in White
Chanel Small Pink Silk Chiffon Scarf with CHANEL and COCO Logo in White

Chanel Small Pink Silk Chiffon Scarf with CHANEL and COCO Logo in White

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in New Hope, PA

This charming small Chanel pink silk chiffon logo scarf or kerchief is covered with alternating

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

New Vintage Chanel 90s Gold Logo Barrette 1990s Hair Clip Pin w/ Box
New Vintage Chanel 90s Gold Logo Barrette 1990s Hair Clip Pin w/ Box

New Vintage Chanel 90s Gold Logo Barrette 1990s Hair Clip Pin w/ Box

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

New in box vintage Chanel, by Karl Lagerfeld, gold logo barrette! Can be worn several different

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1990s European Hats

Vintage Chanel Navy Bouclé Sheath Dress FR44 Chain Trim CC Logo Zip
Vintage Chanel Navy Bouclé Sheath Dress FR44 Chain Trim CC Logo Zip

Vintage Chanel Navy Bouclé Sheath Dress FR44 Chain Trim CC Logo Zip

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

Add a timeless vintage Chanel Fall 2012, by Karl Lagerfeld dress to your collection with this

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Quilted Rock Airline Flap Bag
Chanel Quilted Rock Airline Flap Bag

Chanel Quilted Rock Airline Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Chanel Casual Rock Airlines Flap Bag Crumpled Calfskin from the Collection by Karl Lagerfeld

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel Sequin Reissue Mini Flap Bag
Chanel Sequin Reissue Mini Flap Bag

Chanel Sequin Reissue Mini Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Mini Easy Sequin Reissue Flap Bag from the Spring 2010 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld. Sequins

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

CHANEL Paris Dubai Small Jerrycan Bag
CHANEL Paris Dubai Small Jerrycan Bag

CHANEL Paris Dubai Small Jerrycan Bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

COLLECTOR. This exceptional piece was designed by Karl Lagerfeld for the Métiers d'Art Paris-Dubai

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2010s European Shoulder Bags

Chanel Alligator Beige Pink Double Flap Jumbo Bag SHW bag
Chanel Alligator Beige Pink Double Flap Jumbo Bag SHW bag

Chanel Alligator Beige Pink Double Flap Jumbo Bag SHW bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Classic double flap jumbo Alligator bag. Silver shiny hardware. A collector’s piece since

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Patent CC Perforated Tote Bag ,  Vintage Orange Beach Bag
Chanel Patent CC Perforated Tote Bag ,  Vintage Orange Beach Bag

Chanel Patent CC Perforated Tote Bag , Vintage Orange Beach Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Patent CC Perforated Tote Bag Has a metal CC logo hanging from Chain You can use for Beach

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Early 2000s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Brown Quilted Caviar Small Boy Bag
Chanel Brown Quilted Caviar Small Boy Bag

Chanel Brown Quilted Caviar Small Boy Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

. The quilted bag was designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld, who was inspired by hunters’ cartridge bags

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Pink Lambskin Lizard Small Boy Bag
Chanel Pink Lambskin Lizard Small Boy Bag

Chanel Pink Lambskin Lizard Small Boy Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

. The quilted bag was designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld, who was inspired by hunters’ cartridge bags

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

White and Black Chanel Gabrielle Bucket Bag
White and Black Chanel Gabrielle Bucket Bag

White and Black Chanel Gabrielle Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel’s Gabrielle line, which was introduced by Karl Lagerfeld in 2017 as a tribute to Gabrielle "Coco

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Old Medium Boy Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Old Medium Boy Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Old Medium Boy Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Old Medium Boy Bag SKU: 151219 Condition: Pre-owned

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar New Medium Boy Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar New Medium Boy Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar New Medium Boy Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Caviar New Medium Boy Bag SKU: 151748 Condition: Pre-owned

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Navy Quilted Caviar Old Medium Boy Bag
Chanel Navy Quilted Caviar Old Medium Boy Bag

Chanel Navy Quilted Caviar Old Medium Boy Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Navy Quilted Caviar Old Medium Boy Bag SKU: 150573 Condition: Pre-owned

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Strass Small Boy Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Strass Small Boy Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Strass Small Boy Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

2011. The quilted bag was designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld, who was inspired by hunters’ cartridge

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Rarest CC Dare To Disturb Sequin Flap Bag
CHANEL Rarest CC Dare To Disturb Sequin Flap Bag

CHANEL Rarest CC Dare To Disturb Sequin Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CC Logo Flag Bag — A Rare Masterpiece by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A luminous artefact from the Paris

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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Patent Calfskin Mademoiselle Bijoux Chain Flap Bag
Chanel Patent Calfskin Mademoiselle Bijoux Chain Flap Bag

Chanel Patent Calfskin Mademoiselle Bijoux Chain Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

From the 2008-2009 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld. This stylish shoulder flap bag is crafted of

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Burgundy Chevron Calfskin Chain Medium Boy Bag
Chanel Burgundy Chevron Calfskin Chain Medium Boy Bag

Chanel Burgundy Chevron Calfskin Chain Medium Boy Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

quilted bag was designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld, who was inspired by hunters’ cartridge bags, and the

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Mini Accordion Flap Bag in Red Caviar Leather
Chanel Mini Accordion Flap Bag in Red Caviar Leather

Chanel Mini Accordion Flap Bag in Red Caviar Leather

By Chanel

Located in Milano, Lombardia

A refined expression of early-2000s Chanel, this Mini Accordion Flap Bag is crafted from iconic red

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Early 2000s Structured Shoulder Bags

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Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel by karl lagerfeld bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find gray, beige and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a chanel by karl lagerfeld bag may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld Bag?

Prices for a chanel by karl lagerfeld bag can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $98,500, while, on average they fetch $3,772.

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 Handbags-purses-bags for You

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 bagBirkin, 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.

Questions About Chanel
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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