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Chanel Crocodile Leather

Chanel Bowling Bag Exotic Bowler Paris NY Grey Crocodile Skin Leather Satchel
Chanel Bowling Bag Exotic Bowler Paris NY Grey Crocodile Skin Leather Satchel

Chanel Bowling Bag Exotic Bowler Paris NY Grey Crocodile Skin Leather Satchel

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Grey Crocodile bowler from the Paris-NY collection 2005 {VINTAGE 17 Years} Antique silver hardware

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Medium Double Classic Flap Bag Coral Pink Matte Crocodile Leather Silver
Chanel Medium Double Classic Flap Bag Coral Pink Matte Crocodile Leather Silver

Chanel Medium Double Classic Flap Bag Coral Pink Matte Crocodile Leather Silver

By Hermès

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

, making it a must-have item for any bag collector. Constructed from coral pink matte crocodile leather and

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

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Chanel Vintage Crocodile Tote
Chanel Vintage Crocodile Tote

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Tote

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H 11 in W 4 in L 14 in

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Tote

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

You and your wardrobe deserve the incredible luxury of the vintage Chanel crocodile tote. Timeless

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20th Century Italian Handbags and Purses

Chanel Jacket and Skirt Ensemble with Crocodile-Stamped Leather Detail
Chanel Jacket and Skirt Ensemble with Crocodile-Stamped Leather Detail

Chanel Jacket and Skirt Ensemble with Crocodile-Stamped Leather Detail

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

fabulous crocodile-pressed wide leather waist band. Excellent condition. Both jacket and skirt are size

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21st Century and Contemporary French Skirt Suits

Chanel Crocodile Leather Timeless Evening Bag
Chanel Crocodile Leather Timeless Evening Bag

Chanel Crocodile Leather Timeless Evening Bag

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H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 1.97 in

Chanel Crocodile Leather Timeless Evening Bag

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Tiny evening bag made of red crocodile exotic leather. No serial number

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1980s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Bag
Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Bag

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Crafted from black crocodile leather, this stunning Chanel CC logo embossed bag features a top

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

CHANEL White Crocodile Leather Belt Bag
CHANEL White Crocodile Leather Belt Bag

CHANEL White Crocodile Leather Belt Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel White Crocodile Leather Belt Bag With Gold Hardware Age: 80's Made In Italy Materials

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1980s Italian Handbags and Purses

CHANEL CC Chain Crocodile Embossed Patent Leather Loafers
CHANEL CC Chain Crocodile Embossed Patent Leather Loafers

CHANEL CC Chain Crocodile Embossed Patent Leather Loafers

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

CHANEL Women's CC Chain Loafers Crocodile Embossed Leather with Patent very good condition. Sz.39.5

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2010s Shoes

Chanel Beige Crocodile Leather Mini Boy Day Clutch
Chanel Beige Crocodile Leather Mini Boy Day Clutch

Chanel Beige Crocodile Leather Mini Boy Day Clutch

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Crafted from beige crocodile leather, this stunning Chanel clutch bag features a foldover top with

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHANEL black leather CROCODILE EMBOSSED Sneakers Shoes 38
CHANEL black leather CROCODILE EMBOSSED Sneakers Shoes 38

CHANEL black leather CROCODILE EMBOSSED Sneakers Shoes 38

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel lace-up high-top sneakers in black crocodile embossed leather. Silver accent

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

CHANEL  Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag
CHANEL  Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag

CHANEL Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag Serial Number: X Age (Circa): 1980

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag
Chanel Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag

Chanel Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Shiny Crocodile Leather Vintage Camera Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB766 Brand

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Crocodile Effect Minaudière in Gilded Metal and Leather
CHANEL Crocodile Effect Minaudière in Gilded Metal and Leather

CHANEL Crocodile Effect Minaudière in Gilded Metal and Leather

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

crocodile skin effect over its entire outer metal surface. It features a Chanel inscription on the front

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Small Crocodile Embossed Printed Gold Leather Boy Handbag A67085
Chanel Small Crocodile Embossed Printed Gold Leather Boy Handbag A67085

Chanel Small Crocodile Embossed Printed Gold Leather Boy Handbag A67085

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

A brand new Chanel boy bag. Crocodile Embossed Printed Gold Leather. Size small. Gold tone hardware

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly
Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly

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H 15.5 in W 19.7 in D 7 in

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

An incredibly rare vintage piece crafted from luxurious crocodile leather, this Chanel Mini Kelly

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly
Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly

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H 15.5 in W 19.7 in D 7 in

Chanel Vintage Crocodile Mini Kelly

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

An incredibly rare vintage piece crafted from luxurious crocodile leather, this Chanel Mini Kelly

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Chanel Blue Ombre Crocodile Leather Clutch
Chanel Blue Ombre Crocodile Leather Clutch

Chanel Blue Ombre Crocodile Leather Clutch

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H 5.71 in W 9.85 in D 1.58 in

Chanel Blue Ombre Crocodile Leather Clutch

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

This rare and stunning maroquinierie derives from Chanel's marine-inspired Cruise 2014 collection

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Chanel 1980s Crocodile Handbag
Chanel 1980s Crocodile Handbag

Chanel 1980s Crocodile Handbag

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W 8.5 in L 6.5 in

Chanel 1980s Crocodile Handbag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

style. The rich red-brown crocodile leather exterior is a testament to Chanel's commitment to quality

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1980s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Crocodile Leather Gold Evening Small Party Shoulder Flap Bag
Chanel Crocodile Leather Gold Evening Small Party Shoulder Flap Bag

Chanel Crocodile Leather Gold Evening Small Party Shoulder Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel Crocodile Leather Gold Evening Small Party Shoulder Flap Bag Crocodile Gold hardware

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Late 20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather & Grosgrain Slingback Sandals
Chanel Black Crocodile Leather & Grosgrain Slingback Sandals

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather & Grosgrain Slingback Sandals

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Condition: Excellent Colour: Black Season: All Size: 39 Box: No The Chanel Black Crocodile

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Platform Pumps 36.5
Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Platform Pumps 36.5

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Platform Pumps 36.5

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel Black CC leather platform pumps. Features croc leather, platform toe, and stiletto heel

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21st Century and Contemporary French Heels

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Platform Pumps 36.5
Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Platform Pumps 36.5

Chanel Black Crocodile Leather Platform Pumps 36.5

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel Black CC leather platform pumps. Features croc leather, platform toe, and stiletto heel

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21st Century and Contemporary French Heels

CHANEL Crocodile Shoulder Bag, 1980s
CHANEL Crocodile Shoulder Bag, 1980s

CHANEL Crocodile Shoulder Bag, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine & rare vintage Chanel crocodile shoulder bag. Fully leather lined item features 2 open

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1980s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag
Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag

Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag Crocodile Leather Leather

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Signature O Case Pouch Printed Crocodile Embossed Leather Mini
Chanel Signature O Case Pouch Printed Crocodile Embossed Leather Mini

Chanel Signature O Case Pouch Printed Crocodile Embossed Leather Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 1" Designer: Chanel Model: Signature O Case Pouch Printed Crocodile Embossed Leather Mini Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Pouches and Wristlets

CHANEL wallet on Chain in crocodile
CHANEL wallet on Chain in crocodile

CHANEL wallet on Chain in crocodile

By Chanel

Located in Lugano, CH

Beautiful Chanel bag in black crocodile leather in absolutely impeccable condition. Comes with box

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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2.55 Medium Double Flap Bag Crocodile Leather - purple
Chanel 2.55 Medium Double Flap Bag Crocodile Leather - purple

Chanel 2.55 Medium Double Flap Bag Crocodile Leather - purple

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Baarn, NL

Ooooh, so beautiful! The Chanel Medium 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag in purple crocodile leather

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Prada Beige Crocodile Leather Clutch, 2000s
Prada Beige Crocodile Leather Clutch, 2000s

Prada Beige Crocodile Leather Clutch, 2000s

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H 7.49 in W 10.24 in D 3.55 in

Prada Beige Crocodile Leather Clutch, 2000s

By Chanel

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Marvelous dark beige crocodile leather chain clutch by Prada with orange glass and metal closure

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Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

Chanel Black Satin Evening Shoulder Bag
Chanel Black Satin Evening Shoulder Bag

Chanel Black Satin Evening Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Malibu, CA

in signature Chanel diamond pattern. Black crocodile embossed leather trims the front flap. A

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag
Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag

Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel Black Crocodile Exotic Leather Silver Top Handle Satchel Bag Crocodile Leather Leather

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Chanel Mint Blue Velvet Double Flap Bag

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$7,999

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By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

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Roberto Cavalli c. 2010 Gemstone Necklace Halter Gown

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

A breathtaking floor-length gown from Roberto Cavalli, circa 2010. This showstopping dress features a dramatic super low back with a halter neckline, elegantly tied behind the neck ...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top

Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in San Diego, CA

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Early 2000s Italian Camisoles and Shell Tops

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By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

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Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...

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1990s Italian Blazers

Chanel CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag
Chanel CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag

Chanel CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag

$15,920

H 13 in W 24 in L 11 in

Chanel CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

CHANEL CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag Year: 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Black nylon Dual flat canvas shoulder straps Logo embroidery Dual rolled handles at sides Sip pocket at front To...

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Early 2000s Italian Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag
Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag

Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag is a whimsical yet refined statement piece that captures the essence of sporty luxury. Crafted from high-quality cl...

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UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

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By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Berlin, BE

Absolutely iconic Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Spine Lace Dress. Exuding an enigmatic allure that's both cutting-edge and timeless, the Laser Cut Black Leather Lace Dress fro...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Manolo Blahnik Size 41 / 11 Raspberry Pink Patent Leather Strappy High Heels
Manolo Blahnik Size 41 / 11 Raspberry Pink Patent Leather Strappy High Heels

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By Manolo Blahnik

Located in San Diego, CA

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Michael Kors Collection Size 8 Chocolate Brown Leather High Heel Knee High Boots

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By Michael Kors

Located in San Diego, CA

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ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Buckle Pencil Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Buckle Pencil Skirt

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Buckle Pencil Skirt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

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Early 2000s Italian Pencil Skirts

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NWT $4395 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Lace Belted Plum Blouse Fr 42

NWT $4395 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Lace Belted Plum Blouse Fr 42

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Montgomery, TX

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Chanel Crocodile Leather For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of chanel crocodile leather you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Blue and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of chanel crocodile leather may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Chanel Crocodile Leather?

The price for a piece of chanel crocodile leather starts at $816 and tops out at $49,995, and on average, selling for $8,709.

Chanel for sale on 1stDibs

In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.

The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.

Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.

But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.

In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. 

Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.

Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic. 

After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.

Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.

Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.