Skip to main content

Chanel Camellia

to
12
123
115
186
101
81
56
52
41
22
3
3
2
2
1
1
1
251
46
7
4
4
1990s Vintage CHANEL Velvet Camellia Full Blossom Brooch Black
1990s Vintage CHANEL Velvet Camellia Full Blossom Brooch Black

1990s Vintage CHANEL Velvet Camellia Full Blossom Brooch Black

By Chanel

Located in Bangkok, TH

A timeless classic with bold presence, this rare vintage CHANEL Camellia brooch is crafted from rich, deep black velvet in an exquisite full-blossom state.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Chanel New Cashmere Shawl Grey
Chanel New Cashmere Shawl Grey

Chanel New Cashmere Shawl Grey

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Cashmere Shawl in grey. The pattern features a big Chanel camellia which is surrounded by multiple CC logos.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

NEW Chanel Turquoise Cork Camellia Straw Details Slide Sandals Heels CC Logo 37
NEW Chanel Turquoise Cork Camellia Straw Details Slide Sandals Heels CC Logo 37

NEW Chanel Turquoise Cork Camellia Straw Details Slide Sandals Heels CC Logo 37

By Chanel

Located in Switzerland, CH

Keep it simple yet gorgeous in these sandals from the house of Chanel. Stay comfortable and effortlessly luxurious and stylish while you step out wearing those beautiful Chanel Camel...

Category

2010s Italian Shoes

Vintage Chanel Runway Camellia Flower Brooch 9" Made In France Rare Monumental
Vintage Chanel Runway Camellia Flower Brooch 9" Made In France Rare Monumental

Vintage Chanel Runway Camellia Flower Brooch 9" Made In France Rare Monumental

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

It has a pin as well as two wrapped wires to further secure the brooch. As CHANEL states about their Camellia pieces: More than a flower, the CHANEL camellia is an inspiration.

Category

20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Early 1990s Chanel Pink Tweed Coat Dress With Gold Camellia Buttons
Early 1990s Chanel Pink Tweed Coat Dress With Gold Camellia Buttons

Early 1990s Chanel Pink Tweed Coat Dress With Gold Camellia Buttons

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Detailed, bright gold tone metal buttons in the signature Chanel Camellia flower down the centre front, at the pockets and cuffs.

Category

1990s French Jackets

CHANEL black Shiny Aged leather 2023 23K CAMELLIA Clutch w Chain Bag
CHANEL black Shiny Aged leather 2023 23K CAMELLIA Clutch w Chain Bag

CHANEL black Shiny Aged leather 2023 23K CAMELLIA Clutch w Chain Bag

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel Camellia round clutch with chain in black shiny calfskin leather.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

2000s CHANEL Multi Color Tweed Coat Dress with Belt
2000s CHANEL Multi Color Tweed Coat Dress with Belt

2000s CHANEL Multi Color Tweed Coat Dress with Belt

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Lined in silk and chanel camellia logo. Marked size 36F fit US 4 - pockets - buttons

Category

Early 2000s European Coats

CHANEL black leather CAMELLIA CHOCOLATE BAR MINI FLAP Bag
CHANEL black leather CAMELLIA CHOCOLATE BAR MINI FLAP Bag

CHANEL black leather CAMELLIA CHOCOLATE BAR MINI FLAP Bag

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Chanel Camellia Chocolate Bar Mini Flap Bag is crafted from luxurious black leather and features the iconic "chocolate bar" quilted pattern.

Category

Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Green and Purple Cashmere Sweater
Chanel Green and Purple Cashmere Sweater

Chanel Green and Purple Cashmere Sweater

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

Featuring a patch in some signature Chanel camellia flowers hardware, beautiful sequins, embroidered that is written "Chanel Paris 07".

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pullovers

Chanel Green and Purple Cashmere Sweater
Chanel Green and Purple Cashmere Sweater

Chanel Green and Purple Cashmere Sweater

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

Featuring a patch in some signature Chanel camellia flowers hardware, beautiful sequins, embroidered that is written "Chanel Paris 07".

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pullovers

Chanel luxurious 18K Yellow Gold Camellia Pin Brooch 31.9 Grams 1.69*1.72*0.68IN
Chanel luxurious 18K Yellow Gold Camellia Pin Brooch 31.9 Grams 1.69*1.72*0.68IN

Chanel luxurious 18K Yellow Gold Camellia Pin Brooch 31.9 Grams 1.69*1.72*0.68IN

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Designer: CHANEL Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Timeless Elegance Elevate your style with this vintage Chanel Camellia pin brooch.

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Ruban de Camélia Ring - '00s
Chanel Ruban de Camélia Ring - '00s

Chanel Ruban de Camélia Ring - '00s

By Chanel

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The camellia, a classic element that has been interpreted countless times by Chanel, has been given new life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Chanel Resort 2012 Coral Tweed Zip Jacket Gold CC
Chanel Resort 2012 Coral Tweed Zip Jacket Gold CC

Chanel Resort 2012 Coral Tweed Zip Jacket Gold CC

By Chanel

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

The interior is lined in luxurious silk jacquard featuring Chanel camellia motifs. A versatile Karl Lagerfeld era Chanel piece that pairs effortlessly with denim, tailoring, or dres...

Category

2010s French Cropped Jackets

Rare Chanel 2011 Crossbody Hobo Bag
Rare Chanel 2011 Crossbody Hobo Bag

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 Chanel camellias which gives this bag such an elegant touch.

Category

2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2002C Dark Blue Crepe with Black Soutache Braid Trim Pencil Skirt 36
Chanel 2002C Dark Blue Crepe with Black Soutache Braid Trim Pencil Skirt 36

Chanel 2002C Dark Blue Crepe with Black Soutache Braid Trim Pencil Skirt 36

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Skirt closes at the back with 2 Chanel camellia buttons at the waist & a zipper below.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pencil Skirts

Chanel Spring 2016 Tweed & Leather Skirt Suit Set
Chanel Spring 2016 Tweed & Leather Skirt Suit Set

Chanel Spring 2016 Tweed & Leather Skirt Suit Set

By Chanel

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Both pieces are fully lined in silk with tonal Chanel camellia and CC monogram motifs, reflecting the house’s attention to detail and heritage.

Category

2010s French Skirt Suits

CHANEL FLOWER brooch pink pate de verre petals and rhinestone petals, early 1980
CHANEL FLOWER brooch pink pate de verre petals and rhinestone petals, early 1980

CHANEL FLOWER brooch pink pate de verre petals and rhinestone petals, early 1980

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Chanel camellia flower brooch/pendant by Gripoix, crafted from gold-tone metal leaves, pink Gripoix glass, and rhinestones.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

Chanel Black and White Tweed Silk Trim Mini Dress FR 36
Chanel Black and White Tweed Silk Trim Mini Dress FR 36

Chanel Black and White Tweed Silk Trim Mini Dress FR 36

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Frayed edging throughout enhances the couture-inspired finish while the interior is lined in signature Chanel camellia jacquard silk. A sophisticated and highly collectible Chanel r...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses

Chanel Vintage "Camellias" Blue Scarf
Chanel Vintage "Camellias" Blue Scarf

Chanel Vintage "Camellias" Blue Scarf

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Chanel Vintage "Camellias" 100% silk scarf features a flower print in blue with gold camellias.

Category

20th Century Italian Scarves

Chanel Large Camellia Cashmere Scarf
Chanel Large Camellia Cashmere Scarf

Chanel Large Camellia Cashmere Scarf

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel large camellia cashmere scarf featuring a camel and pink border, 2 larges camellia in the ground, a large Chanel, all very fine in the ground.

Category

Early 2000s French Scarves

Chanel 70'S Camellia Bracelet
Chanel 70'S Camellia Bracelet

Chanel 70'S Camellia Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage Chanel Camélia bracelet, featuring large, gold-plated camellia flower motifs around bracelet.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Chanel New Camellia Degrade Shawl
Chanel New Camellia Degrade Shawl

Chanel New Camellia Degrade Shawl

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Camellia drawings. Care tag attached.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

Brian Atwood Corsage Trim Crystal Heel Bridal Shoes
Brian Atwood Corsage Trim Crystal Heel Bridal Shoes

Brian Atwood Corsage Trim Crystal Heel Bridal Shoes

By Brian Atwood

Located in London, GB

These have been supplied by the Atelier Lemarie which is the legendary workshop that makes Chanel’s camellias. They have crystal embellished sturdy high heels and leather thong strap...

Category

2010s Unknown Shoes

Chanel, salmon coloured knitted camellia sweater
Chanel, salmon coloured knitted camellia sweater

Chanel, salmon coloured knitted camellia sweater

By Chanel

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Chanel, salmon coloured knit sweater with 3D camellia floral embroidery.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

New Chanel White Camellia Silk Scarf
New Chanel White Camellia Silk Scarf

New Chanel White Camellia Silk Scarf

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

New Chanel White Camellia Silk Scarf, 2019 collection. 35" x 35" , hand rolled edges. 100% Silk, original tag.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

Chanel White Camellia Tee Size Small
Chanel White Camellia Tee Size Small

Chanel White Camellia Tee Size Small

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel White Camellia Tee is in 100% cotton and features a detailed camellia flower on front.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Blouses and Tops

Chanel New White Camellia Cashmere Shawl
Chanel New White Camellia Cashmere Shawl

Chanel New White Camellia Cashmere Shawl

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel white cashmere white shawl with multicolor camellias on it and a black trim out of flowers and CC logos.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

Chanel CC Camellia Clover Heart Shawl
Chanel CC Camellia Clover Heart Shawl

Chanel CC Camellia Clover Heart Shawl

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Chanel CC Camellia Clover Heart Scarf features 100% silk and is a stunning graphic design of bright camellias and clovers with Chanel CC logos.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Chanel No. 5 (Rose)
Chanel No. 5 (Rose)

Chanel No. 5 (Rose)

By Burton Morris

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The work reflects the artist’s continued exploration of luxury symbolism through the geometry and cultural permanence of the iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume bottle. Influenced by Coco Ch...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Spray Paint, Screen

Chanel No. 5 (Blanc)
Chanel No. 5 (Blanc)

Chanel No. 5 (Blanc)

By Burton Morris

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The work reflects the artist’s continued exploration of luxury symbolism through the geometry and cultural permanence of the iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume bottle. Influenced by Coco Ch...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Spray Paint, Screen

Chanel No. 5 (Noir)
Chanel No. 5 (Noir)

Chanel No. 5 (Noir)

By Burton Morris

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The work reflects the artist’s continued exploration of luxury symbolism through the geometry and cultural permanence of the iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume bottle. Influenced by Coco Ch...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Spray Paint, Screen

Chanel Pearl & Camellia Flower Cashmere Dress
Chanel Pearl & Camellia Flower Cashmere Dress

Chanel Pearl & Camellia Flower Cashmere Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel Pearl & Camellia Flower Cashmere Dress Black fitted dress crafted from cashmere with signature all over Camellia flower embroidery.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Chanel Gold Python Crystal Camellia Clutch
Chanel Gold Python Crystal Camellia Clutch

Chanel Gold Python Crystal Camellia Clutch

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Rare Limited edition Chanel golden beige python clutch bag with crystal CC & camellia clasp.

Category

2010s European Clutches

Chanel New Navy Camellia Cashmere Shawl
Chanel New Navy Camellia Cashmere Shawl

Chanel New Navy Camellia Cashmere Shawl

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel new camellia cashmere shawl in navy, green, yellow, black .

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

Chanel New Red White Camellia Shawl
Chanel New Red White Camellia Shawl

Chanel New Red White Camellia Shawl

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel new camellia cashmere shawl in white and red .

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

Chanel Caviar Camellia Wallet on Chain
Chanel Caviar Camellia Wallet on Chain

Chanel Caviar Camellia Wallet on Chain

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Chanel Caviar Camellia Wallet on Chain Gold-tone hardware features black leather with CC flower logo at the front, a single chain-link and leather shoulder strap, leather under ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Earrings, 1997
Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Earrings, 1997

Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Earrings, 1997

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal camellia earrings ornamented with rhinestones and a central pearly cabochon.

Category

20th Century French More Earrings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Chanel Amethyst Tweed Camellia 1980s
Vintage Chanel Amethyst Tweed Camellia 1980s

Vintage Chanel Amethyst Tweed Camellia 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Wilmslow, GB

The Camellia embodies the journey of Coco Chanel and the House beyond its founder.

Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

CHANEL Enamel CC Camellia Pendant Necklace
CHANEL Enamel CC Camellia Pendant Necklace

CHANEL Enamel CC Camellia Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL silver tone chain pendant necklace featuring a CC logo with black enamel and a camellia flower detail.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top
Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top

Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel stripe camellia long sleeves top from spring/summer 2001 collection

Category

Early 2000s French Blousons

Printed Camellia tee-shirt CHANEL
Printed Camellia tee-shirt CHANEL

Printed Camellia tee-shirt CHANEL

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed tee-shirt . Fabric composition: 80% nylon, 20% spandex SIZE 44 (Fr) L

Category

Early 2000s French T-Shirts

Chanel Black Satin Strass Camellia Clutch
Chanel Black Satin Strass Camellia Clutch

Chanel Black Satin Strass Camellia Clutch

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Black Clutch from the Spring/Summer 2010 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld. Features silver-tone hardware a chain-link shoulder strap and crystal embellishments. Satin lining and ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gold Embossed Camellia Pearl Piercing Earrings
Chanel Gold Embossed Camellia Pearl Piercing Earrings

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 0.6″ x 0.6″ -In an excellent condition AB3107-10056

Category

2010s French Artisan Stud Earrings

Chanel Yellow Sheer Silk Camellia Print Scarf
Chanel Yellow Sheer Silk Camellia Print Scarf

Chanel Yellow Sheer Silk Camellia Print Scarf

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Chanel Yellow Silk Camellia Print Scarf is a luxurious accessory that exudes elegance and sophistication.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Chanel Black Camellia Lambskin Wallet on Chain
Chanel Black Camellia Lambskin Wallet on Chain

Chanel Black Camellia Lambskin Wallet on Chain

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Black Camellia Lambskin Wallet on Chain SKU: 155329 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashion landscape quite like Chanel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Ivory Camellia CC Dangle Piercing Earrings
Chanel Ivory Camellia CC Dangle Piercing Earrings

Chanel Ivory Camellia CC Dangle Piercing Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Ivory Camellia CC Dangle Piercing Earrings *Marked 06 *Made in Italy -Approximately 1″ x 0.55″ -In an excellent condition AB3066-10025

Category

Early 2000s French Artisan Dangle Earrings

CHANEL Black Leather & Crystal Camellia CC Bracelet
CHANEL Black Leather & Crystal Camellia CC Bracelet

CHANEL Black Leather & Crystal Camellia CC Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

Beautiful Chanel leather and camellia crystal CC bracelet 100% authentic Made in France 2020 Collection Gold tone metal, crystals, leather Very good pre-loved condition overall aside...

Category

2010s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Chanel 2015 Camellia Accents Booties – Size 41
Chanel 2015 Camellia Accents Booties – Size 41

Chanel 2015 Camellia Accents Booties – Size 41

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Step out in timeless style with these exquisite Chanel 2015 Camellia Accents Boots, size 41. These truly stunning boots feature the iconic faux pearl embellishments that are synonymo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ankle Boots

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Camellia Dangle Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Camellia Dangle Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Camellia Dangle Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL vintage gold tone camellia dangle earrings (clip-on).

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

1998 Chanel Cream Camellia Flower Fabric Brooch
1998 Chanel Cream Camellia Flower Fabric Brooch

1998 Chanel Cream Camellia Flower Fabric Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 1998 Chanel Cream Camellia Flower Fabric Brooch is a timeless piece that embodies the essence of Chanel’s aesthetic, blending sophistication with romanticism.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch
Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch

Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- One of a kind and rare Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch from the 1990’s collection

Category

1990s French Brooches

Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Clip-on Earrings

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal camellia clip-on earrings ornamented with rhinestones and a central pearly cabochon.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

New Chanel Gray Cashmere Camellia Shawl Scarf
New Chanel Gray Cashmere Camellia Shawl Scarf

New Chanel Gray Cashmere Camellia Shawl Scarf

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel brand new cashmere and silk gray camellia design shawl.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Chanel Supermarket collection tweed Camellia brooch 2014
Chanel Supermarket collection tweed Camellia brooch 2014

Chanel Supermarket collection tweed Camellia brooch 2014

By Chanel

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Chanel Supermarket collection brooch. A huge Camellia is worked in tweed with neon pink, orange, and yellow pops.

Category

2010s Brooches

1990s Vintage CHANEL Quadruple Velvet Camellia Brooch Burgundy
1990s Vintage CHANEL Quadruple Velvet Camellia Brooch Burgundy

1990s Vintage CHANEL Quadruple Velvet Camellia Brooch Burgundy

By Chanel

Located in Bangkok, TH

This dramatic vintage CHANEL brooch features four burgundy velvet camellias, stamped CHANEL Made in France.

Category

1990s French Brooches

CHANEL 18K Silver Chalcedony & Diamond Camellia Bracelet
CHANEL 18K Silver Chalcedony & Diamond Camellia Bracelet

CHANEL 18K Silver Chalcedony & Diamond Camellia Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Marks: 750, Designer Signature, Serial Number, Au 750 Rhodium-Plated 18K White Gold The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMAT...

Category

20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

Silver

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Chanel Camellia", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Chanel Camellia For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel camellia you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Brown and more. If you’re looking for a chanel camellia from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Chanel Camellia?

The price for a chanel camellia starts at $130 and tops out at $20,576, and on average, selling for $926.

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.