Black & Silver-Tone Chanel Leather & Chain-Link Belt
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Black leather and silver-tone chain-link belt by Chanel. Clasp closure. 0.4" width, 39.5" length.
Black & Silver-Tone Chanel Leather & Chain-Link Belt
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Black leather and silver-tone chain-link belt by Chanel. Clasp closure. 0.4" width, 39.5" length.
$3,297Sale Price|30% Off
H 4.73 in W 10.24 in D 1.58 in
Chanel Chevron Satin CC Logo Fold Clasp Evening Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A chic yet stylish piece, this pre-loved gorgeous Chanel Cheron CC Satin Clutch will make your
Tweed single breasted jacket with branded clasp closure CHANEL 1999
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tweed single breasted jacket with branded clasp closure on the middle front. Main fabric
Chanel Red Braided Crochet Flap Clasp Closure Large CC Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel red braided crochet flap with large CC clasp closure Year: 2014 Silver hardware Thick chain
$9,920
H 11.8 in W 14.6 in L 4.3 in
Chanel Extra Large Quilted Lambskin Portfolio Flap with Gold CC Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel extra large quilted lambskin portfolio flap with gold CC clasp 1991 {VINTAGE 27 Years} Gold
Chanel Kiss Lock Clasp Bag Super Mini Gold Lambskin Leather Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
: Chanel Kiss lock clasp Material: Lambskin Leather Color: Gold Hardware Color: Gold Size: Super mini
Chanel Small Boy Flap Bag Black Velvet Emerald-Cut Crystal Clasp GHW 68751
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68751 A very special piece from the 2020 Metiers D'Art Collection is this Chanel Small
CHANEL Icon hot pink mini flap bag gold CC logo chain lobster clasp charm
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Icon hot pink mini flap bag gold CC logo chain lobster clasp charm Reference: YIKK/A00261
Chanel KissLock Coral Orange Velvet Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
corners. Scratches to the hardware. DETAILS: Chanel Crossbody bag Kisslock clasp Circa 2014-2015
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Medallion Chain Link Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Chain measurement approx.: 29
Chanel Vintage 2010 Gold Bar Keyboard Clutch Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Keyboard letters spelling out CHANEL at clasp Gold square embossed keyboard shape throughout Concealed
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC White Leather Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Measurements approx.: 30" long
CHANEL CC White And Silver Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
interior of this evening bag is impeccable ivory satin. The shiny silver clasp signed CHANEL closes with a
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Coin Black Leather Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Measurements approx.: Length 33
Chanel Black Silk Sequin Chain Chevron Mini Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
light signs of wear. Minor scratches along CC clasp. Brand: Chanel Model: Flap Origin Country: Italy
CHANEL Vintage Red Leather Gold Chain Link CC Logo Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Measurements approx.: 28" long
Chanel Vintage Gold Coin CC Rue Cambon Paris Multistrand Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Measurements approx.: chain length
Chanel Vintage Gold Coin CC 31 Rue Cambon Paris Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Measurements approx.: Length 32
CHANEL Double Flap 2.55 Handbag in Coral Jersey Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL handbag, 2.55 clasp, in coral jersey fabric. Crocodile effect embroidery. It has a double
CHANEL 8K$ Lana Del Rey Style Black Dress with Logo Belt 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
the waist, a detachable belt — cinched with a signature Chanel logo buckle, a symbolic clasp of
$8,920
H 10.5 in W 18 in L 6.5 in
Chanel 2008 East West Expandable Strap Shopping Satchel Black Calfskin Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Strap drawstring clasp closure Chanel etched on clasp closure Grey satin lining Main interior zippered
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Chain Belt 31 Rue Cambon Paris Coins, 1998
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
. Spring 1998 Collection. Adjustable hook clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL 98 P. Indicative measurements
Chanel S/S 1998 24K Gold Plated CC Logo Leather Chain Nameplate Belt
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
of the entire chain making it customisable for any size. Stamped Chanel on the clasp, this also
Chanel Vintage 1988 Gold Toned Filigree Camelia Belt
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
. Collection season 23 (1988). Hook clasp. Marked CHANEL 2 3 MADE IN FRANCE. Private sale "S" mark (not
Unavailable
Chanel Black Lambskin Clutch 2002 Fold Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Chanel bags with the code 7XXXXXX are manufactured from 2002 - 2003. COLOR: Black MATERIAL
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Chanel Black Lambskin Clutch 2002 Fold Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Chanel bags with the code 7XXXXXX are manufactured from 2002 - 2003. COLOR: Black MATERIAL
CHANEL Leo Flap Chevron Lion Clasp RARE Bag
By Chanel
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic CHANEL Leo Flap Chevron Lion Clasp RARE Bag. It is done in absolutely gorgeous
Chanel Gold Chain Link Belt with Pearls & Stone Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Thin Chanel waist belt with three rows of beautifully patterned chain links and a spectacular clasp
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H 3.55 in W 7.09 in D 1.97 in
Chanel Around 2006 Made Beads CC Metal Clasp Chain 2Way Bag Black
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Around 2006 Made Beads Cc Metal Clasp Chain 2Way Bag Black Additional information
Unavailable
H 7.1 in W 3 in L 9.8 in
Chanel Quilted Retro Clasp Caramel Flap 865910 Beige Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
MaterialLAMBSKIN x JERSEY ColorBICOLOR Approximate SizeWx25cm(9.8inch) Hx18cm(7.1inch) Dx7.5cm(3inch) Handle Drop / Strap DropHanle Drop : 41cm(16.1inch) / Strap Lengh : - Outside Po...
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H 3.94 in W 1.58 in L 13.39 in
Rare Runway Model Chanel Black Python and CC logo clasp Evening Clutch Art Déco
By Chanel
Located in VERGT, FR
Runway Model Python Evening Clutch Chanel Chanel Made In Italy Style Art Déco Black and CC logo
Chanel Pink Kelly Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
leather with pink stitching throughout, gold tone hardware, interlocking Chanel 'CC' clasp closure, one
CHANEL Camel Tan Mademoiselle Lambskin Pochette Bag
By Chanel
Located in Tampa, FL
clasp features the CHANEL logo. The thick strap allows for the bag to be worn on the shoulder or in your
Rare Chanel Mini Rectangular 2019 Egyptian Amulet Flap bag, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
unique model Material: Lambskin leather Closure: CC turn-lock clasp Signature: "Chanel
WOW Chanel Vintage Navy Quilted Jersey/Red lambskin 23cm bag by Karl Lagerfeld
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 'Mademoiselle' turn-lock clasp. From a private collection in Paris, this bag has almost never been
Bag Mademoiselle Baguette 25cm
By Chanel
Located in Castries, FR
Bag in quilted black caviar leather, with the Chanel sign clasp chrome steel flap handle chain
Authentic Black Chanel Camelia handbag bag purse
By Chanel
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
“CHANEL” on one side and “CC” to the other; and “Chanel” to the inner Magnetic Clasp face as well; the
Black Chanel Hair Bow
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black fabric hair bow by Chanel. Clasp closure. Silver-tone hardware. Style with
Chanel Gold Silk Evening Bag Jewel Clasp
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold silk evening bag with jewel clasp. Shoulder drop 9". Collection 2008/2009. Comes with
Chanel 2014 Velvet Silk Bee Clasp Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
A rare design from Chanel, this pre-owned, half-moon shaped handbag is an unusual piece that easily
Chanel Vanity Case Vintage Black Patent Leather Silver Clasp Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Vanity Case Vintage Black Patent Leather Silver Clasp Hardware These are professional photos
Chanel Black Satin Clutch with Rhinestone Camelia Clasp, 2011
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Satin Clutch with Rhinestone Camelia Clasp-2011 This elegant and classic Chanel Black
CHANEL Tote Bag in White Leather with 2.55 Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Superb Chanel tote bag in white leather, iconic 2.55 clasp. The hardware is in palladium metal and
Chanel Caviar CC Clasp Compact Wallet Ivory Vanilla 3CK0114
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
, minor fading Zipper/Clasp: Minor rubbing Bottom Corners: Minor rubbing Top Corners: Minor
CHANEL Green Python Clutch W/Rhinestone Clasp Rt. $3, 200
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Green Python Clutch W/Rhinestone Clasp Rt. $3,200 Age: c. 2013 Made in Italy
Chanel Gold Toned Belt with Red Gripoix Beads on Clasp
By Chanel
Located in New Hope, PA
Beautiful gold toned medallions with the Chanel double C logo at the center are joined by gold
CHANEL Vintage Season 29 triple large faux pearl CC logo clasp necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage Season 29 triple large faux pearl CC logo clasp necklace Reference: GIYG/A00139
Chanel Goldtone Thick Belt w/ Multi-Color Gripoix Pendant Clasp - Circa 1996
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Goldtone Thick Belt w/ Multi-Color Gripoix Pendant Clasp - Circa 1996. This gorgeous belt
Chanel Red Lambskin WOC Wallet on a Chain with Gold CC Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Red Lambskin WOC- PRISTINE; Never Carried Vivid and cheerful, this Wallet on a Chain has a
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H 4.73 in D 0.99 in L 3.55 in
Chanel Clutch in Aged Black Quilted Leather with 2.55 Gold Plated Metal Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel clutch in aged black quilted leather, 2.55 gold plated metal clasp. Worn on the shoulder or
CHANEL Chain Belt in Gilt Metal set with Rhinestones and CC Clasp Size 80FR
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage! Chanel chain belt, composed of a rhinestone CC acting as a clasp. The mesh chain is set
Chanel Kiss Lock Clasp Bag Super Mini Red Lambskin Leather Gold-tone Hardware, 2
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
: Chanel Kiss lock clasp Material: Lambskin Leather Color: Red Hardware Color: Gold Size: Large width
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H 4.25 in D 2 in L 4.25 in
Chanel Black Patent Leather Small Coin Purse Clutch with Gold CC Clasp with Box
By Chanel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's a pretty little patent leather coin purse or small clutch from Chanel, made in 1996. Made
Chanel Crocodile Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
push clasp, the black satin interior features a Chanel logo plaque and a zipper pocket. This item
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Chanel Day Bag
By Chanel
Located in New Hope, PA
Black caviar leather is stitched with the double C logo on the front of this day bag from Chanel
Chanel Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
durable and lightweight, making it comfortable to wear. The Chanel belt has a lobster clasp, which ensures
CHANEL Silver Chain Link Belt with Chanel Logo Tassel
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
clasp closure with Chanel logo tassel. In excellent condition. Please feel free to contact us
Chanel Quilted Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
pattern, a gold clasp with Chanel engraved and a gold-plated metal handle. A finishing touch for an
CHANEL yellow leather belt
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
length : 96 cm, maximum : 100 cm Stamp : yes Year : Spring 2006 Details : buckle clasp, "CHANEL" embossed
Chanel Crystal-Encrusted Minaudiere
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Add a subtle glimmer to your outfit with this minaudière from Chanel. Its silver hard casing is
Chanel Degradé Stingray Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This grey stingray degradé clutch from Chanel features a top clasp fastening, an internal slip
Chanel Lego Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Black wool and plexiglass 'Lego' crossbody bag from Chanel Vintage featuring a top clasp fastening
Chanel Raffia Straw Framed Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. CHANEL engraved slide clasp accesses the pristine black leather lining which has one side zippered pocket
Chanel Platinum Leather Box Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. Platinum gold leather box shaped bag is quilted in signature Chanel diamond pattern. Gold barrel clasp
2.55 CHANEL Metallic Gray Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Since its creation in February 1955 by Mademoiselle Coco Chanel, the 2.55 has never stopped
Coco Chanel Large Pendant Vintage Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel necklace with open work design COCO CHANEL pendant.Singed Chanel on the clasp
Chanel Double Face Black Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Double Face Gold Clasp Bag. Black leather with gold hardware turn lock on each side of bag
Chanel Platinum Quilted Leather Box Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
leather box shaped bag is quilted in signature Chanel diamond pattern. Gold barrel clasp accesses the
Chanel Tweed Limited Edition Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A mini Chanel Boy Bag but make it Rock & Roll! Mixing red and black leather will never fail to make
Chanel Silver and Gold Keyboard Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
CHANEL keyboard letters clasp. Gold interior. Made in France. Dust bag included. Measurements: 7.2
Chanel Black Leather Reissue 2.55 Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
burgundy leather lining. Large sized, the bag opens with Chanel’s iconic Mademoiselle clasp to reveal a
1990s Chanel Black Silk Satin Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel black silk satin clasp evening bag featuring quilted satin with 'CC' at front, gold tone
Beautiful Chanel Tweed Jacket With Matching Belt
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
with a matching belt labelled "CHANEL" on clasp Closes in front with beautiful CC Chanel signature
Chanel Metallic Navy Striped Reissue 2.55 Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel’s iconic Mademoiselle clasp to reveal a large, stitched monogram, and a spacious interior with two
Chanel Quilted Champagne Half-Moon Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
, including a Chanel monogram clasp. The design features a roomy interior with a zipped pocket. This bag
CHANEL 2.55 GM Aged Black Leather Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
The essential bag from Maison Chanel ! Founded on February 2, 1955, from which it bears its name
Chanel Small Python Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This pink python skin small embossed clutch from Chanel features a top clasp fastening, a gold-tone
CHANEL Plate Belt Chain Intertwined With Black Leather
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel belt in chain and vintage intertwined leather. The clasp is a hook, just before
Vintage CHANEL Belt in Gilded Metal and Medallions
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
ladybug, a four-leaf clover, the effigy of COCO CHANEL. Hook clasp. Dimensions: shortest: 72 cm - the
CHANEL Timeless Flap Shoulder Bag in Pink Leather
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Timeless bag in pink quilted lamb leather from Maison Chanel. Silver jewelery. Double flap. Clasp
Mini Chanel Quilted Black Lamb Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Mini Chanel Quilted Black Lamb Leather Shoulder Bag form 2016 Chanel Collection. Silver Tone CC
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Chanel Vanity Bag, 1996
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Vanity bag in black matte leather, handle with thick chain intertwined with leather. Interior in burgundy leather, pockets and mirror integrated. Card of aut...
$199Sale Price|25% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...
$774Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior Vintage Dior Dolls Neons Pants US Size 8
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage DIOR DOLLS neons pants in vibrant colors featuring woment profiles and flowers Two back pockets. Faux pockets at front. Button closures. Silver toned buttons...
Hermès New Birkin 30 Gris Grizzly
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès collectible and rare Birkin bag, 30cm, grizzly limited edition. Gris caillou grizzly and gris meyer swift, palladium hardware. New unworn condition.. Handle drop, 4"L. Comes w...
Versace Silk Halter Dress with Embroidery
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine stretch silk halter dress from Versace with a colorful pink lily print on a turquoise background. The halter neck and bust area are comprised of intricate silk cord f...
Unavailable|$8,995
H 5 in W 1 in L 9.5 in
Chanel Classic Classic Double Flap Beige Caviar, with Gold-Toned Chain
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant and timeless, this Chanel Classic Double Flap Bag from 2006/2007 is crafted from luxurious beige caviar leather, known for its durability and textured finish. The soft beige ...
$2,550
H 5.12 in W 1.58 in L 5.91 in
Vintage Chanel Black Satin Quilted Gold Diamond CC with Tassel Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful vintage mini bag in black satin with gold detailing. Overall in good vintage condition still. Series #1. Comes as is with the holo intact. Minor marks on the satin surface.
Fendi Knitted Baguette with Fur
By Fendi
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Fendi beige wool knitted baguette with brown fur. Condition: Really good. Measurements: 25cm x 14cm x 4cm
$975
Size: 40 / US 9.5 - 10
2000s Givenchy Silver Metallic Snake Print Shoes / Kitten Heels Sz 40 / 9.5 - 10
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brand new pair of early 2000s / Y2K vintage silver Givenchy kitten heels! Just the right amount of height. Silver Givenchy logo plate on each toe. Unique shaped toe that is...
FENDI Embroidered Baguette Handbag Flap Bag Clutch - Full Set
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Special Piece, ultrarare collector's Baguette bag by FENDI Wonderful rare Fendi Baguette Bag Hand-embroidery on front and back Black exotic ostrich leg leather trimmings Adjustable ...
$4,875Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage But New Beaded Fendi Baguette Bag W Patent Leather & Swarovski Crystals
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Limited Edition Fendi Beaded Baguette Rare Unworn Vintage Find! Black & Orange Beading Throughout Patent Leather Trim Swarovski Crystal Front Clasp Orange Satin Lining Hologram & Se...
Vivienne Westwood red patent leather platforms, fw 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood red patent leather platforms. Fall Winter 1994
UNWORN Fendi Y2K Exotic Black FF Logo Zucchino Abalone Embroidered Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Utmost luxury in the discreet, classy Fendi way! This Baguette in a rare find - exotic lizard skin combined with an abalone clasp decorated with tiny little beads. FENDI Baguette vi...
$885
Size: Small - Large
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Silver Rhinestone Beaded Logo Shirt Top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Fashionable vintage late 1990s CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO black rhinestone short sleeve logo top! Features hundreds of hand embossed silver rhinestones with the CD monogram thro...
Fendi Embellished Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Fendi Baguette in black velvet with crystal embellished logo, silver hardware. Condition: Really good. Packing/accessories: Dustbag. Measurements: 26cm x 14cm x 5cm
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.
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.