CHANEL New CC Camellia Celestial Shimmer Trench Coat 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Chanel Camellia-Embossed Cocoon Trench — COCO Brasserie Collection — Fall 2015 — By Karl Lagerfeld
CHANEL New CC Camellia Celestial Shimmer Trench Coat 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Chanel Camellia-Embossed Cocoon Trench — COCO Brasserie Collection — Fall 2015 — By Karl Lagerfeld
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 Gold Embossed Camellia Pearl Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Embossed Camellia Pearl Piercing Earrings *Marked 17 *Made in Italy -Approximately
CHANEL black leather CAMELLIA EMBOSSED Large Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel wallet in black smooth leather embossed with Camelia's and CC logo's. Opens
$1,212
H 4.34 in W 7.49 in D 0.79 in
Chanel Blue Camellia Embossed Lambskin Leather Classic Long Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
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Chanel Black Camellia Embossed Velvet Mini Square Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Camellia Embossed Velvet Mini Rectangular Flap Bag SKU: 143525
Chanel Embossed Camellia Gusset Zip Around Wallet 2cj1110 Pink Leather Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 1" Height: 4.25" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker and Authenticity Card Signs of Wear: ...
Chanel Caviar Camellia Wallet on Chain
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Caviar Camellia embossed wallet on chain is in red. It is a classic, stylish clutch
Vintage 2001 CHANEL Logo Camellia Pink Orange Rubber Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
rubber with embossed CHANEL and camellia flowers. - Silver tone hardware. - Hook closure. - Signed CHANEL
Vintage 2001 CHANEL Logo Camellia Orange Violet Rubber Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
orange and violet rubber with embossed CHANEL and camellia flowers. - Silver tone hardware. - Hook
Chanel Camellia Embossed Wallet On Chain Black Lambskin Leather Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Black Material: Quilted Lambskin Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Minor Scratches Corners: Minor Scratches Edges: Minor Scratches Handles...
Chanel Camellia CC Embossed Leather Wallet CC-1029P-0002
By Chanel
Located in Downey, CA
"Chanel Camellia CC Embossed Leather Wallet CC-1029P-0002 This elegant Chanel Camellia Embossed
Chanel Zippy Embossed Leather Camellia Wallet CC-0407N-0114
By Chanel
Located in Downey, CA
Chanel Zippy Embossed Leather Camellia Wallet CC-0407N-0114 This Chanel Red Camellia Embossed
Chanel Embossed Coco Mark Camellia Velvet Rain Boots Black (EU 35)
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
CHANEL EMBOSSED COCO MARK CAMELLIA VELVET RAIN BOOTS BLACK (EU 35) Color: Black Material: Suede
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H 7.25 in W 4.5 in L 13 in
Chanel Hobo Embossed Camellia 7cr0326 Black Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 8226135 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 4.5" Height: 7.25" Shoulder strap drop: 7" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: ...
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H 4.25 in W 1 in L 7.5 in
Chanel Embossed Camellia Gusset Zip Around Wallet 2cj1110 Pink Leather Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 15090850 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 1" Height: 4.25" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker and Authent...
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H 4.53 in W 0.99 in L 7.88 in
CHANEL Camellia Embossed Long Flap Wallet Red Lambskin with Silver Hardware 2012
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
CHANEL Camellia Embossed Long Flap Wallet Red Lambskin Leather with Silver Hardware 2012. This
Chanel Camellia Embossed Large Flap Clutch Wallet with Card Insert
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This chic wallet clutch is crafted of camellia embossed lambskin leather in black. It features a
Chanel CC Camellia Celestial Shimmer Trench Coat 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Chanel Camellia-Embossed Cocoon Trench // Size mark 44 FR / Condition: never worn // — A contrast
Chanel Denim Camellia Embossed Jumbo Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel maxi denim camellia embossed flap bag with silver tone hardware. Shoulder drop 11.5"/20.5
Chanel Gold Embossed Camellia Pearl Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Embossed Camellia Pearl Piercing Earrings *Marked 17 *Made in Italy *Comes with the
Chanel 2003/2004 Embossed Camellia Flower Pochette
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
leather, this Chanel pochette is embossed with the iconic Camellia flower and small 'CC's. Front face
Chanel Black Embossed Leather Camellia Camelia Flap Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
from black embossed leather featuring the iconic camellia flower motif, one of the Maison’s most
CHANEL Camellia And CC Embossed Canvas Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Large tote or shopping bag from Maison Chanel in embossed canvas with black and anthracite gray
Chanel Black Embossed Leather Camellia Camelia Zip Around Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Wallet is crafted from black embossed leather featuring the Maison’s iconic camellia flower motif — a
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H 3.94 in W 3.94 in D 0.4 in
Chanel Taupe Camellia Embossed Lambskin Leather Classic Compact Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Taupe Camellia Embossed Lambskin Leather Classic Compact Wallet Brand- Chanel Model
Chanel Pink Embossed Camellia Leather Card Case Wallet 200cas54
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 16727311 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 4.2" Width: .2" Height: 2.75" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Accessories: Authentication Ca...
Chanel Pink Camellia Embossed Leather Wallet on a Chain WOC
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Rose Pink Camellia Embossed Leather Wallet on a Chain is in excellent plus
Chanel Wallet in Pink Embossed with Camellias and CC Leather
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel wallet in pink leather embossed with camellias and acronym 'CC'. Snap closure. Inside, 10
Chanel Vintage Black Lambskin Camellia Embossed Wallet On Chain WOC
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stylish clutch wallet is finely crafted of camellia embossed black lambskin leather. The
Chanel Black Caviar Camellia Embossed Wallet on Chain WOC Crossbody/ Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Camellia Embossed Wallet on Chain WOC Crossbody Bag. Chain can be
Chanel 2021 Black Camellia Vanity Case w/ Chain
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
authenticity card. Designer: Chanel Material: Camellia Embossed Lambskin Chanel Serial #: 3132**** Origin
Chanel Black Camellia Wallet on a Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black lambskin camellia embossed wallet on a chain with silver tone hardware. Can be worn as
Chanel Red Embossed Leather Camellia Camelia Zip Around Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel embossed Zip Around Wallet, crafted from red embossed leather with camellia flower design
Black Chanel Camellia Kitten Heel Pumps
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black woven pumps by Chanel. Camellia applique accents round toe. Embossed
Chanel Purple Camellia Leather Embossed Bag Metallic Handbag Silver CC Chain
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Chanel - Camellia Embossed Metallic Leather Bag Color: Purple Material: Leather
Chanel Turquoise Camellia Embossed Leather Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
turquoise shade, the creation features the signature Camellia motif embossing all over the exterior. The CC
Chanel Camellia Chain Clutch Embossed Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 1", Strap Drop 8" Designer: Chanel Model: Camellia Chain Clutch Embossed Leather Exterior Material
Chanel Brown Suede Camellia Embossed Hobo
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
, this hobo gives both style and endurance. The exterior is covered with Camellia embossings which add on
Chanel Brown Suede Camellia Embossed Hobo
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
, this hobo gives both style and endurance. The exterior is covered with Camellia embossings which add on
Chanel Embossed Fabric Camellia Pumps Size 37.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elegance meets style in these stunning Chanel pumps. Crafted from embossed fabric in a black shade
Chanel Black Leather Camellia Embossed Compact Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
flap embossed with the signature Camellia and CC logo opens to reveal an interior with multiple slots
Chanel Burgundy Camellia Embossed Leather Bifold Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Simple and sophisticated, this Chanel wallet will be an amazing addition to your collection! Lovely
Chanel Burgundy Camellia Embossed Leather Flap Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
in burgundy, it is crafted from leather and features the signature Camellia motifs embossed on the
Chanel Black Camellia Embossed Leather iPhone Pouch
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
leather pouch with the brand's signature Camellia! This creation from Chanel is truly one tech accessory
Chanel Black Camellia Embossed Leather Flap Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This designer wallet is an immaculate balance of sophistication and rational utility. It has been designed using prime quality materials and elevated by a sleek finish. The creation ...
Chanel Camellia Chain Shoulder Bag Embossed Suede Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Camellia Chain Shoulder Bag Embossed Suede Medium, crafted from brown suede, features
Chanel Vintage Camellia Bowling Bag Embossed Suede Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Vintage Camellia Bowling Bag Embossed Suede Small is a classic design is
Chanel Gold Suede Camellia Embossed Classic Card Holder
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
exterior is embossed with camellia prints and is accented with a large CC logo in gold-tone hardware.
Chanel Black Camellia Embossed Patent Vinyl Accordion Hobo
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This gorgeous bag is from Chanel and is crafted from camellia-embossed patent vinyl. The bag comes
Chanel Silver Camellia Embossed Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Exquisitely crafted from patent leather with the Camellia design all over, this Chanel bag bears
Chanel Pink Camellia Embossed Leather CC Flap Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
embossed leather, and the signature 'CC' motif on the front flap leads the way to a compartmentalized
Chanel Black Camellia Embossed Leather Large Flap Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A beautiful wallet for everyday use this Chanel wallet is perfect to be carried solo or inside your
Chanel Burgundy Camellia Embossed Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
For a look that is complete with style, taste, and a touch of luxe, this designer bag is the perfect addition. Flaunt this beauty on your shoulder and revel in the taste of luxury it...
Chanel Pink Camellia Embossed Leather Zip Around Wallet Organizer
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
durability. It is crafted with pink Camellia embossed leather and comes fitted with a leather and fabric
Chanel Pink Camellia Embossed Leather Zip Around Wallet Organizer
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
durability. It is crafted with pink Camellia embossed leather and comes fitted with a leather and fabric
Chanel Dark Red Camellia Embossed Leather CC Continental Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
functional structure brimming with durability. It is crafted with dark red Camellia embossed leather and
Chanel CC Camellia Flap Bag Embossed Aged Calfskin Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Camellia Flap Bag Embossed Aged Calfskin Medium Exterior
Chanel Metallic Navy Blue Camellia Embossed Leather Phone Pouch
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
pouch with the brand's signature Camellia! This creation from Chanel is truly one tech accessory you
Chanel Black Camellia Pattern Embossed Stretch Jersey Shorts M
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This pair of shorts is from Chanel's Resort 2017 collection. The creation is beautifully tailored
Chanel Black Camellia Pattern Embossed Stretch Jersey Shorts M
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This pair of shorts is from Chanel's Resort 2017 collection. The creation is beautifully tailored
Chanel Pink Camellia Embossed Leather Zip Around Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This coin purse from Chanel is made from Camellia-quilted leather. In a pink shade, with fine
Chanel Black Leather CC Camellia Embossed Zip Around Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Infusing signature touches, this wallet from Chanel has a functional structure brimming with
Chanel Black Camellia Embossed Lambskin Leather Bifold Long Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Black Material: Lambskin Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Minor Scratches Corners: Good Edges: Good Hardware: Good Dimensions: W18.5×H10....
Chanel Metallic Silver Leather Camellia Embossed Ballet Flats Size 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These beautifully designed Chanel ballet flats are a delight to wear. Crafted from metallic silver
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H 5.1 in W 7.5 in D 0.8 in
Chanel Pink Camellia Embossed Lambskin Leather Wallet On Shoulder Chain
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Chanel pink camellia embossed leather wallet on chain. It has flap top with a secure stud. Inside
Chanel Black Canvas White Leather Trim Camellia Embossed Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel black and dark grey Camellia-embossed canvas flap shoulder bag featuring white leather trim
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi 2012 Black Lambskin Leather Double Flap with Gold HW
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi 2012 Black Lambskin Leather Double Flap with Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD Light cr...
LOUIS VUITTON pink shawl
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rubiera, RE
LOUIS VUITTON PARIS Pink monogram shawl 60% silk 40% wool 100% fox fur cm. 142 x cm. 142 Made in Italy Excellent condition ATTENTION: The shawl does not come with a CITES certif...
$202,800
H 5.9 in W 7.9 in D 3.9 in
HERMÈS Birkin Sellier 20 Havane Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Forest Park, GA
HERMÈS Birkin Sellier 20 Havane Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware The Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 in Havane matte alligator is a rare expression of refined elegance and exclusivity. T...
Hermes Sunset Rainbow Sellier Birkin 35 Rare Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare, limited edition Hermes 35 Birkin Sellier bag featured in Sunset Rainbow. This exquisite bag is a collectors treasures and very rare to market in new, never...
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in D 3.5 in L 16 in
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
$931
Size: 40 on tag but fit 38/ M
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with buckle THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with silver metal buckle. on the left side. Main fabric composition: 90% wool, 10% nylon. Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Cut-work. SIZE 40...
Chanel Sac Epaule Coco Splash 2014 Classic Multicolor Leather PVC Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Coco Splash bag in multicolored leather and PVC, silver-tone hardware, interior with two large PVC pockets and a series of pink quilted leather pockets, CC Turnlock closure, t...
$1,595
H 4.75 in W 3.25 in
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
GUCCI brown Ostrich leather LARGE Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
Gucci large tote bag in pale brown ostrich leather. Lined in ochre monogram canvas with one zip pocket against the back. Has been carried with some soft color transfer, bag is slight...
Hermès Smallest Mini Kelly Bag Pill Box and its Safety Pin
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Adorable Authentic Hermès Pill Box "Kelly" Bag shape The smallest Kelly bag ever made Will come with its original safety pin, allowing it to be hung Can be used to put ...
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White wedding ( or evening) dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs and...
Exceptional Hermès Silver Coin Purse Chainmail Gaetan de Percin
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse The purse is a vintage item, made of flowing meshes Made of silver (crab hallmark) "HERMÈS" and crab hallmark enbraved on one...
Butler & Wilson 1980s Crystal Minaudiere Evening Purse for Women
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A glamorous vintage Butler & Wilson crystal evening purse, reflecting the brand’s reputation for bold, theatrical glamour. Founded in London in 1972, Butler & Wilson became s...
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.