Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Coin Purse Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Coin Purse Bracelet SKU: 151800 Condition: Pre-owned
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Coin Purse Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Coin Purse Bracelet SKU: 151800 Condition: Pre-owned
Chanel Red Caviar Leather Timeless Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Red Caviar Leather Timeless Coin Purse Product Details Xupes Ref: AA0191 Brand: Chanel
Chanel Lambskin Black Quilted Chanel 19 Zip Around Coin Purse Wallet Bag
By Chanel
Located in Houston, US
Lambskin Black Quilted Chanel 19 Zip Around Coin Purse Wallet Bag. Engraved with "Made In Italy". The
$745
H 2.75 in D 0.75 in L 4.25 in
Chanel Green Caviar Leather Quilted Zip Coin Purse/ Card Holder Wallet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Green Caviar Leather Quilted Zip Coin Purse/ Card Holder Wallet Made In: Spain Color
$13,868
H 5.71 in W 1.78 in L 7.68 in
Chanel Hollywood Boulevard Flap With Coin Purse in Mirror Metallic Pink Calfskin
By Chanel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This Chanel Mini Flap Bag is a standout piece from the 24C collection, crafted in Pink Mirror
Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Cherry on Monogram Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: GOOD CONDITION This preloved authentic Chanel bag is in good condition. Rubbing around
Chanel Coin Medallion Saddle Messenger 2003
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Coin Medallion Saddle Messenger Leather Small. A collectible item that is ideal for
Rare Coin Medallion Gold Aged Calfskin Mini Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare collectible chanel charm flap bag in gold almost bronze like aged calfskin. Overall still in
Rare Paris Dubai Coin Medallion Black Quilted Jumbo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
A rare coin embellishment jumbo flap bag. Black supple leather with beautiful embellishments. Minor
Chanel Mirror Mini Classic Flap with Star Coin Purse - Gold
By Chanel
Located in Double Bay, AU
Condition: Like new - no signs of wear Colour: Gold Leather: Patent Hardware Colour: Gold RRP: $15,000 Market price Year of Production: 2024 Inclusion: Full Set Origin: France
Unavailable
H 4 in W 4.75 in D 1.75 in
Chanel Brand New Black Crinkled Leather Coin Purse Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Black Crinkled Leather Coin Purse Crossbody Bag *Marked G2XXXXXX *Made in Italy
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H 3.5 in W 5 in D 1.5 in
Chanel Twist Your Buttons Flap Coin Purse with Chain Quilted Shiny Caviar
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 1.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Twist Your Buttons Flap Coin Purse with Chain Quilted Shiny Caviar
Chanel Rose Pink Quilted Cotton Mini Coin Case on Chain
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Chanel rose pink quilted cotton on outside, black lambskin on the inside coin case on chain
CHANEL Coin Purse Pink Caviar with Light Gold Hardware 2018
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Authentic CHANEL Classic Coin Purse/ Small Zip Wallet Pink Caviar with Light Gold Hardware 2018
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H 2.96 in W 0.79 in L 4.34 in
CHANEL Coin Purse Tiffany Blue Caviar with Light Gold Hardware 2018
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Authentic CHANEL Classic Coin Purse/ Small Zip Wallet Tiffany Blue Caviar with Light Gold Hardware
Chanel Red Leather Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Red Leather Coin Purse is in excellent vintage condition. Bright lipstick
Chanel White Leather Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details; The purse features python CC logo on the front and silver tone hardware. The
Chanel Diamond Belt Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stylish diamond belt coin purse is finely crafted of smooth Calfskin leather. The bag features
Chanel Silver Lambskin Star Zip Coin Purse Charm
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Very cute zip coin bag charm. Unworn condition. This is part of Chanel VIP gift. Comes with its
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Cambon Pocket Wallet Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel black quilted leather Cambon Ligne Zipped Pocket Wallet. Crafted of black quilted calfskin
Chanel Red Caviar Leather Coin Purse Compact Wallet 824lv52
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: Made In: Measurements: Length: 4.5" Width: .5" Height: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Serial Sticker Signs of Wear: Exterior Le...
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H 2.96 in W 4.34 in D 0.79 in
Chanel Beige Iridescent Caviar Leather Zip Around Classic Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Beige Iridescent Caviar Leather Zip Around Classic Coin Purse Brand- Chanel Model- Zip
Chanel Black Lambskin CC Logo Compact Wallet Coin Purse 855900
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
4.5" x 3.75" Good Condition (7/10 or B) Includes serial seal sticker and authenticity card Minor marks at exterior. Interior is clean however has minor fray tear near serial
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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 Black Caviar Leather CC Logo Coin Purse Compact Wallet 862298
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
scratches in the note compartments Noticeable tear at card slots (Inside) noticeable stains in the coin
Chanel Black Lambskin CC Logo Coin Purse Change Pouch Wallet 17ck31s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 3283226 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 4.5" Width: .5" Height: 3.75" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.25/10 or C+ ) Accessories: Serial Sticker Signs ...
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H 4 in W 0.5 in L 4.5 in
Chanel Black Patent Leather CC Logo Square Compact Coin Purse Wallet 6C111
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel Black Patent Leather CC Logo Square Compact Coin Purse Wallet 6C111 Date Code/Serial Number
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H 7.75 in W 3.25 in L 10.5 in
Chanel 1996 Mint Green Lambskin Quilted Tote Shoulder Bag With Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
touch, making it an eye-catching accessory. Inside, you'll find a convenient detachable coin purse
Chanel Black Leather Medallion Coins Saddle Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Crafted in Italy, this extremely rare and highly sought after bag from the Chanel Spring 2003
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H 3 in W 1.5 in L 3 in
Chanel Black Quilted CC in Love Zipped Coin Heart Purse Arm Pouch 72ck317s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel Black Quilted CC in Love Zipped Coin Heart Purse Arm Pouch 72ck317s Date Code/Serial Number
1980's Vintage Chanel Black Quilted Coin Handbag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 80s black leather flat quilted handbag with gold center coin. Comes with generic dust cover.
Chanel Limited Edition Silver Jewel Coin Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel limited edition silver and rhinestone coin single flap. Shoulder drop 11" - 19". Collection
Chanel Quilted Lambskin Flap Bag With Coco Chanel Coin Detail
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Quilted Lambskin Flap Bag With Coco Chanel Coin Detail Black shoulder bag
Chanel Black Leather Medallion Coins Saddle Bag- Runway
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Leather Medallion Coins Saddle Bag- Runway; Pristine Condition. Edgy and unique, the
CHANEL silver leather 2021 DRAWSTRING MINI COIN Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel mini coin crossbody bag in metallic silver leather featuring a silver-tone
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal 1970s Long Medallion Coin Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
coin medallion with CC logo. No closure. Necklace drop: 17 inches - 43.2 cm. 'CHANEL - CC - Made in
CHANEL Black Aged Calfskin Coin Medallion Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Brossard, QC
Follow us @runwaycatalog Designer: Chanel Material: Leather Serial Number: 20785062 Year: 2014-2015
vintage CHANEL purple diamond stitching zip coins pocket wallet organizer
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage CHANEL purple diamond stitching zip coins pocket wallet organizer Reference: WEWN/A00014
CHANEL Vintage Black Quilted Leather Mini Charm Pouch Purse Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage CHANEL mini purse coin pouch comes in black quilted leather with a flap top, yellow gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Metallic Leather Quilted Mini Purse Charm Pouch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage CHANEL mini purse coin pouch comes in metallic gold quilted leather with a flap top, yellow
CHANEL Leather Quilted Leather Silver Tone CC Logo Turnlock Mini Coin Pouch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHANEL mini purse coin pouch comes in black quilted leather with silver tone metal hardware, a flap
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H 5.91 in W 2.37 in L 9.85 in
Chanel Paris-Dubai Medallion Coin Gold Metallic Perforated Medium Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare classic coin embellished gold perforated bag from the Dubai collection. In amazing condition
Chanel CC Pearl Coin Card Holder with Chain Quilted Green Caviar Leather Gold Ha
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: MINT This previously owned and used item is in mint condition with minimal signs of use. Light scratches to the hardware DETAILS: circa 2021 Series 31xxxxxx Wallet Car...
Chanel Coin Purse Interlocking CC Logo Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Chanel Material: Caviar leather Serial Code: 29204219 Production Year: 2019 Origin: Spain Measurements
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H 2.96 in W 0.79 in L 4.34 in
CHANEL Coin Purse Metallic Gold Crocodile Embossed with Gold Hardware 2019
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
CHANEL Classic Coin Purse/ Small Zip Wallet Metallic Gold Crocodile Embossed Calfskin Brushed Gold
Chanel Quilted Coin Purse - '20s
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Chanel coin purse from Cruise 2023 collection, in navy quilted caviar leather, gold-tone hardware
Chanel Porte Monnaie CC Quilted Golden Leather Star Purse with hook New In Box
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel coin purse or key ring model (unique - VIP gift) Gold quilted leather star decorated with a
Chanel Pink Quilted Leather Coin Purse Key Chain Pouch 72ck322s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel Pink Quilted Leather Coin Purse Key Chain Pouch 72ck322s GOOD+ CONDITION (7.25/10 or B
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H 7.25 in D 2.25 in L 14.5 in
Chanel Black Lambskin Matelassé Clutch White Trim + Chain Coin Purse 2009 + Box
By Chanel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
small kiss lock coin purse in matching black diamond quilted lambskin, attached with a silver chain
Chanel Black Caviar Cc Logo Coin Purse Square 15cz1005 Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 6888844 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 4.5" Width: 1" Height: 4" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 6.25/10 or C+ ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker ...
Chanel Quilted CC in Love Zipped Coin Heart Purse Arm Pouch 1cK45
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel Quilted CC in Love Zipped Coin Heart Purse Arm Pouch 1cK45 Date Code/Serial Number: 31981591
CHANEL Green Hologram Coin Print Box Bag c. 1996
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
CHANEL Green Hologram Coin Print Box Bag c. 1996 Age: 1996 Made in France Materials: vinyl
Chanel Black Caviar Coin Wallet
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel classic black caviar coin wallet. Excellent condition. Comes with hologram, id card and box.
Chanel NIB Black Caviar Coin Case
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel new in box oval black quilted caviar coin case with silver logo. Collection 29. Comes with
Chanel NIB Iridescent Yellow Coin Case
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel new in box oval iridescent yellow quilted caviar coin case with yellow gold logo. Collection
Chanel NIB Red Quilted Caviar Coin Case
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel new in box oval red quilted caviar coin case with champagne gold logo. Collection 29. Comes
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal 1970s Long Medallion Coin Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
coin medallion with CC logo. No closure. Necklace drop: 17 inches - 43.2 cm. 'CHANEL - CC - Made in
Chanel Black Calfskin Leather Quilted World Coin Charm Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Calfskin Leather Quilted World Coin Charm Flap Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production
1996 Vintage CHANEL Mini Calfskin Leather Lipstick Coin Pouch Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL mini pouch is crafted of calfskin leather in black featuring gold toned
Chanel New never Used Full set cardholder / Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
New never used nice leather Chanel coin purse / cardholder Full set
Sold out Full Set Chanel Small Black Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Cute Chanel coin purse in quilted black leather and silver hardware. Super nice. Coming with box
Chanel Teal Blue Caviar Leather CC Zip Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted using Caviar leather, this Chanel coin purse will help carry your coins and other little
Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Leather Zip Around Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Chanel coin purse is conveniently designed for everyday use. Crafted from beige Caviar leather
Chanel Blue/Silver Leather CC Zip Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted using leather this Chanel coin purse will help carry your coins and other little essentials
Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Leather Zip Around Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Chanel coin purse is conveniently designed for everyday use. Crafted from beige Caviar leather
Chanel Metallic Silver Chevron Leather CC Zip Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The compact silhouette of this Chanel coin purse makes it easy to fit into a tote. Created from
$12,920
H 12 in W 16 in D 3 in
Chanel 2004 Rare Vintage Bible Book CC Limited Edition Minaudière Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2004 Rare Vintage Bible Book CC Limited Edition Minaudière Clutch Bag Year: Fall 2004 Gold accent Black suede book motif Diamond quilted Signature CC patch Tassel detail In...
LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI brown 2005 Monogram Cerises Coin Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Monogram Cerises Coin Wallet from the 2005 collection is a playful collectible piece that blends iconic Louis Vuitton craftsmansh...
$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...
1990s Rare Extra Mini Chanel Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Rare and sought after Chanel extra mini crossbody bag Vintage 1989/1991 period Classic flap model Brown nut leather Golden hardware Golden metal and leather chain Very good conditi...
Gucci Backless Silk Halter Gown S/S 2010
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous elegant black silk dress from Gucci S/S 2010 collection. The halter style dress has a front plunging cut out below a fabulous silver grey choker style collar with adjustab...
Louis Vuitton Porte monnaie Zippy LV Monogram and leather compact wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton Zippy coin purse in brown monogram canvas, matching grained leather interior with 2 large gusseted compartments, 2 flat pockets and 4 card slots, gold metal zip closure...
Chanel Vintage 80s Quilted Classic Satin Card Holder
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Vintage 1988 Satin Card Holder features luxurious black satin and smooth leather with a diamond stitch design. It holds up to five cards and showcases a subtle strass-embe...
$645
H 2.75 in D 0.5 in L 4.5 in
Chanel Metallic Champagne Gold Lambskin Leather Quilted Flap Card Holder Wallet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Metallic Champagne Gold Lambskin Leather Quilted Flap Card Holder Wallet Made In: Italy Color: Champagne gold Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Lambskin leather Closure: Front f...
$6,850
H 5.75 in W 0.75 in L 5.5 in
Chanel 2023 Black & White Quilted Patent Leather Crossbody Mini Novelty Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Black & White Quilted Patent Leather Crossbody Mini Novelty Bag is an iconic accessory that exudes playful luxury and an avant-garde spirit. Meticulously crafted from exqu...
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
Chanel Black Quilted Calfskin About Pearls Card Holder With Chain
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Calfskin About Pearls Card Holder With Chain SKU: Z151545 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excell...
Chanel Dark Green Caviar Leather Double Flap Maxi Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Dark Green Caviar Leather Double Flap Maxi Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2015-2016 Color: Dark olive green Hardware: Matte goldtone Materials: Caviar leather Lining:...
$3,865
H 4.5 in W 1.75 in L 4.25 in
Chanel CC In Love Heart Belt On a Chain Bag Black Lambskin Quilted Leather Gold
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
- Black quilted exterior - Black leather and chain strap - Comes with box and authentication card Condition: The bag is in excellent condition ! Measurements: ( Approximate...
$2,495
H 5 in D 1.5 in L 7.5 in
Chanel Pink Lambskin Chevron Quilted Trendy CC Wallet On Chain WOC Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Pink Lambskin Chevron Quilted Trendy CC Wallet On Chain WOC Crossbody Bag Made In: Color: Pink Hardware: Pale goldtone Materials: Lambskin leather Lining: Leather & grosgrain...
30 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Bucharest, Romania
This exquisite 30-carat Paraiba Tourmaline ring is designed to be a convertible piece, offering the ultimate versatility by transforming into a stunning pendant. The center stone, a ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, White Gold
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.