Do Chanel bags go up in value?

The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Does Chanel make bedding?

Yes, Chanel has made bedding. Long after it established itself as a pioneering fashion label , the French luxury brand eventually expanded into home accessories and decor. Throw blankets , pillows and other goods for the home have been a part of its offerings over the years.The legendary designer and entrepreneur Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel was very fond of well-appointed interiors. "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only," she said.A private apartment for the designer that occupied a floor at 31 rue Cambon in Paris, the building that housed her first boutique, was home to decorative screens , bookshelves filled with books (Chanel was an avid reader), Louis XIV furniture , beige carpets and a sofa of her own design.A home built by architect Robert Streitz called La Pausa , located in a sizable detached villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, was designed by Chanel and based on the convent-orphanage she lived in as a child. Chanel also created the interiors, reportedly with support from celebrated French designer Stéphane Boudin of Maison Jansen .Find vintage Chanel blankets and other home accessories on 1stDibs.

How many stores does Chanel have?

There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.

How much is a Chanel purse?

The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.

What does Chanel Mademoiselle smell like?

Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.

Why is Chanel so expensive?

Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.

When was Chanel founded?

Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Where are Chanel bags made?

Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Who is Chanel owned by?

Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Are Chanel earrings real gold?

All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.

Are Chanel pearls real?

Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.

Who is the founder of Chanel?

Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.

What is Chanel Matelasse?

Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.

What does Chanel 5 smell like?

Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.

Why is Chanel costume jewelry so expensive?

Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.

Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

How much is a vintage Chanel bag?

Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.

How much is the Chanel wallet on chain?

The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.

Is Chanel a luxury brand?

Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.

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Q: Who was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris?

Coco Chanel was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris. The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, 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. 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. During the 1920s, she also unveiled the predecessor for the 2.55 Flap bag, which remains one of Chanel's most popular offerings. Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.

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Chanel Black Double Sided Shoulder Bag

$2,999

H 7 in W 3 in L 9.5 in

Chanel Black Double Sided Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel double sided butter lambskin quilted leather bag with silver tone hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel White Quilted Aged Calfskin Double-Sided Bowling Bag

$6,800

H 7.5 in W 6 in L 11 in

Chanel White Quilted Aged Calfskin Double-Sided Bowling Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel White Quilted Aged Calfskin Double-Sided Bowling Bag is a sophisticated and versatile accessory that effortlessly elevates any ensemble.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Rare Chanel Black Lambskin Quilted Side Pack Double Bag

$8,950

Rare Chanel Black Lambskin Quilted Side Pack Double Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Rare double side pack in black lambskin. Series #27. In excellent condition overall, minor scuffing and dents due to storage. Comes with its box, dust bag and receipt (detail crossed...

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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Camellia Double Side Quilted Printed Canvas Small Gray Flap Bag

$5,841

H 7.88 in D 3.15 in L 6.7 in

Chanel Camellia Double Side Quilted Printed Canvas Small Gray Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Add a touch of luxury to your collection with this beautiful Chanel Camellia Double Side Flap Bag. Crafted from gray quilted canvas and featuring a charming camellia and CC logo prin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Kelly Light Brown Lambskin Leather Shoulder Bag 1996

$2,658

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Kelly Light Brown Lambskin Leather Shoulder Bag 1996

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Kelly Light Brown Lambskin Leather Shoulder Bag 1996-1997 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

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Vintage Chanel Caviar Double Side CC Hand bAg Vanity

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H 7.27 in W 9.25 in D 6 in L 28.5 in

Vintage Chanel Caviar Double Side CC Hand bAg Vanity

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel 2 way CC hand and shoulder bag that opens up with a mirror underneath the cover. The leather has a large Golden CC buckle in front and a large leather CC in back. The straps ...

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1990s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Lace & Patent Double Bag

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H 6 in W 4 in L 10 in

Chanel Black Lace & Patent Double Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel double-sided bag, lace kiss lock on one side, and black quilted classic flap patent on the other one.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Double Sided Black Bag

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H 7.5 in W 10 in D 2.5 in

Chanel Double Sided Black Bag

By Chanel

Located in New Hope, PA

Classic black leather is accented with a gorgeous golden double C Chanel medallion on each side of this double sided bag with a leather laced chain strap in the center, an elegant e...

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1990s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Beige Lambskin Double Sided Crossbody Bag

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H 5 in W 8 in D 3 in

Chanel Beige Lambskin Double Sided Crossbody Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Chanel Beige Lambskin Double Sided Crossbody Bag is in better than excellent condition.

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Early 2000s Unknown Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Mint Green Leather Double Sided Classic Bag

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H 6.5 in W 10 in

Chanel Mint Green Leather Double Sided Classic Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Mint Leather Double Sided Classic Bag- excellent plus condition From the mid 1990’s, this piece is very rare due to its unique color and double-sided nature.

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Vintage Black Satin Double Sided Evening Bag

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Chanel Vintage Black Satin Double Sided Evening Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Chanel Black Satin Double Sided Evening Bag is in beautiful vintage condition.

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20th Century European Top Handle Bags

Chanel Double Sided 'CC' Logo Tote Bag

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Chanel Double Sided 'CC' Logo Tote Bag

By Chanel Boutique

Located in London, GB

Chanel Double Sided 'CC' Logo Tote Bag Double sided flap bag with 'CC' twist lock closure to both side.

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2010s Tote Bags

Chanel White Lambskin Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Vintage

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H 6.11 in W 3.94 in L 9.06 in

Chanel White Lambskin Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Vintage

By Chanel

Located in Roosendaal, NL

From the collection of Savineti we offer this Chanel Double Sided Classic Flap Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Double Sided Flap Bag - Year: 1994-1996 - Code: 3969526 - Condition: Good...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Brown Double Sided Quilted Leather Flap Bag

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H 6.25 in W 3.75 in L 10 in

Chanel Vintage Brown Double Sided Quilted Leather Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

1990's Chanel collectible double sided brown quilted lambskin medium flap. Gold tone hardware. Shoulder drop 9". Comes with hologram, id card, booklet and original dust cover. Minor ...

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20th Century French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Jersey Vintage Double Sided Medium Classic Double Flap Bag, 1996

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H 6.5 in W 9.85 in D 3.55 in

Chanel Black Jersey Vintage Double Sided Medium Classic Double Flap Bag, 1996

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Jersey Fabric Vintage Double Sided Medium Classic Flap Bag This CHANEL Double Sided Medium Classic Flap Bag is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by A...

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1990s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Patent and Lace Double Sided Bag with Strap

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Chanel Black Patent and Lace Double Sided Bag with Strap

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- This Chanel black quilted patent flap bag and lace clutch double sided bag is unique.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

1997 Chanel Black Lambskin Vintage Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 5.52 in W 8.86 in

1997 Chanel Black Lambskin Vintage Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Lambskin Vintage Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB3161 Serial Number: 4630782 Age (Circa): 1997 Authenticity Details: Serial Sticker (Made in France) G...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1996 Chanel Navy Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 8.67 in W 11.42 in D 3.94 in

1996 Chanel Navy Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Reference: HB2346 Serial Number: 460668 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag Authenticity Deta...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 8.27 in W 11.42 in D 3.94 in

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB4520 Serial Number: 4463609 Age (Circa): 1997 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Care Book...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 5.91 in W 9.85 in D 2.76 in

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Serial Number: 4022375 Age (Circa): 1997 Authenticity Details: Serial Sticker (Made in France) Gender: Lad...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1996 Chanel Burnt Orange Quilted Lambskin Double Sided Small Classic Flap Bag

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H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 2.37 in

1996 Chanel Burnt Orange Quilted Lambskin Double Sided Small Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"CHANEL Burnt Orange Quilted Lambskin Double Sided Small Classic Flap Bag This CHANEL Double Sided Small Classic Flap Bag is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Chanel D...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 6.3 in W 9.85 in D 3.55 in

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Jersey Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Reference: HB2086 Serial Number: 4467318 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Care Booklet Au...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

1990s Chanel Burnt Orange Quilted Lambskin Small Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 2.37 in

1990s Chanel Burnt Orange Quilted Lambskin Small Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Burnt Orange Quilted Lambskin Small Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Reference: HB624 Serial Number: 4021767 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag Authenticity Deta...

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1980s Structured Shoulder Bags

1996 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 8.67 in W 11.42 in D 3.94 in

1996 Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Reference: HB2346 Serial Number: 460668 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag Authenticity Deta...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 6.3 in W 9.85 in D 2.76 in

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB3861 Serial Number: 3944014 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Chanel Box, Dust Bag, Au...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 6.3 in W 9.85 in D 3.55 in

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Jersey Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB2086 Serial Number: 4467318 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Care Bookl...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

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H 5.91 in W 9.85 in D 2.76 in

1996 Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Double Sided Classic Flap Bag Reference: HB1813 Serial Number: 4017101 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card, Care Booklet...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1995 2in1 White Quilted Leather Double Sided Classic Flap Bag w Chain

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H 5.5 in D 2.5 in L 9 in

Chanel 1995 2in1 White Quilted Leather Double Sided Classic Flap Bag w Chain

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

c.1995-1996 Two bags in one. White quilted leather with goldtone hardware. Carried with two leather laced chain straps. Straps are fixed in position and are not adjustable. Flap...

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1990s French Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Double Sided Handbag, Circa 1980

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H 6 in W 10 in D 3 in

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Double Sided Handbag, Circa 1980

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The handbag includes a card of authenticity and booklet, Chanel compact mirror, and the original dust bag. Measures: Height: 6" Width: 10" Base Depth: 3" This is black quilte...

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1980s French Handbags and Purses

Pale Pink Iconic Chanel Logo Bag

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Pale Pink Iconic Chanel Logo Bag

By Chanel

Located in New Hope, PA

A pristine and unusual double sided Chanel bag is impressed with all of the iconic Chanel logos.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Iconic Chanel Charms Bag in Blush, Never Used

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H 7 in W 9.5 in D 3 in

Iconic Chanel Charms Bag in Blush, Never Used

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in New Hope, PA

From a Park Avenue estate this pristine double sided Chanel bag is impressed with all of the iconic Chanel logos.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Lambskin Double Sided Red Flap Bag

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H 7 in D 4 in L 10 in

Chanel Vintage Lambskin Double Sided Red Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

This is an authentic vintage Chanel Lambskin Double Sided Flap in Red. The elegant design and classic quality of this Chanel flap bag lend a chic look of sophistication for day or ev...

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Late 20th Century French Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Double Sided Flap Bag

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H 7.88 in W 4.34 in L 11.82 in

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Double Sided Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Brown Leather Double Sided Flap Bag- Gold Hardware

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Chanel Brown Leather Double Sided Flap Bag- Gold Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Malibu, CA

Chanel Brown Leather Double Sided Classic Flap - MINT Spectacularly unique, this collectible piece is identical on both sides.

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

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H 6 in W 9 in D 3 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small, crafted from black quilted lambskin leather, features woven-in leather chain strap and silver-tone hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Camellia Double Side Flap Bag Quilted Printed Canvas

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H 8 in W 9.5 in D 3 in

Chanel Camellia Double Side Flap Bag Quilted Printed Canvas

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Camellia Double Side Flap Bag Quilted Printed Canvas Small, crafted from gray quilted canvas, features chain link strap with leather pad, exterior back flap pocket, camel...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Patent Jumbo

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Patent Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Patent Jumbo, crafted in black quilted patent leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, flap on each side, and gold-tone hardw...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium

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H 6 in W 10 in D 3.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium showcases an effortlessly elegant style with a unique twist.

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small, crafted in black quilted lambskin leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, flap on each side, and gold-tone h...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium

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H 6 in W 10 in D 3.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium showcases an effortlessly elegant style with a unique twist.

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Suede Jumbo

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H 8 in W 11.5 in D 4 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Suede Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Suede Jumbo, crafted in brown quilted suede, features woven-in leather chain strap, frontal flap on each side, and gold-tone hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

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H 8 in W 11.5 in D 3.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo, crafted in white quilted lambskin leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, frontal flap on each side, and gol...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

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H 8 in W 11.5 in D 3.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo, crafted in white quilted lambskin leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, frontal flap on each side, and gol...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Medium

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Size: Medium

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Medium, crafted in pink quilted lambskin leather, features a quilted top handle, frontal flap on each side, and gold-tone h...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Suede Jumbo

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H 8 in W 11.5 in D 4 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Suede Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Suede Jumbo showcases an effortlessly elegant style with a unique twist.

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small showcases an effortlessly elegant style with a unique twist.

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Chanel 3 Bag Double Sided Top Handle Bag Quilted Lambskin Medium

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H 9 in W 14 in D 4.5 in

Chanel 3 Bag Double Sided Top Handle Bag Quilted Lambskin Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 9", Width 14", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 9" Designer: Chanel Model: 3 Bag Double Sided Top Handle Bag Quilt...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

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H 6 in W 9 in D 2.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted ...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium

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H 6 in W 10 in D 3 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 6", Width 10", Depth 3" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Medium Exterior Materi...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

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H 6 in W 9 in D 2.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 10-21" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Sm...

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Chanel Beige Black Square Quilt Double Sided Flap Bag

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Chanel Beige Black Square Quilt Double Sided Flap Bag

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Camel and black square quilted lambskin Chanel Double Sided Flap bag with gold-tone hardware, single chain-link and leather shoulder strap, dual compartments; one with magnetic snap ...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Shoulder Bag Quilted Lambskin Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 9.5", Height 9.5", Width 10", Depth 4.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Shoulder Bag Quilted Lambskin Large Ext...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 8.5", Height 6", Width 9.5", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small Exterior M...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 12", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Exterior Mate...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

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H 8 in W 12 in D 3.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

By Chanel

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Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 12", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Exterior Mate...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Large

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H 10 in W 11 in D 4.5 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 10", Width 11", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 13" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Jersey Large Exterior Materi...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo

By Chanel

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Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 12", Height 8", Width 11.5", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Exterio...

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Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Patent Medium

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H 6 in W 10 in D 3 in

Chanel Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Patent Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 6", Width 10", Depth 3" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Double Sided Flap Bag Quilted Patent Medium Exterior Mater...

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Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Mini

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H 5 in W 8 in D 3 in

Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Mini, crafted in black quilted glazed calfskin, features a leather top handle, chain link straps with leather pad, ...

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Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Mini

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H 5 in W 8 in D 3 in

Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Mini

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Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Mini, crafted in black quilted glazed calfskin, features a leather top handle, chain link straps with leather pad, ...

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Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Grained Calfskin Mini

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H 5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Grained Calfskin Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Grained Calfskin Mini, crafted in silver quilted grained calfskin, features leather top handle, chain link strap with leather pad, ...

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Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Grained Calfskin Mini

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Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Grained Calfskin Mini

By Chanel

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This Chanel Double Side Flap Crossbody Bag Quilted Grained Calfskin Mini, crafted in silver quilted grained calfskin, features leather top handle, chain link strap with leather pad, ...

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Chanel Double Side Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary chanel double side bag for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Orange and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a chanel double side bag from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Chanel Double Side Bag?

The price for a chanel double side bag starts at $810 and tops out at $12,920, and on average, selling for $2,972.

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 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.

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