Chanel Black Suede Single Flap 10"
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black classic suede single flap bag. Can be worn two ways: shoulder drop, 17.5"L or 9.5"L
Chanel Black Suede Single Flap 10"
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black classic suede single flap bag. Can be worn two ways: shoulder drop, 17.5"L or 9.5"L
Chanel Bright Red 10 Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel bright red lambskin 10 double flap with silver tone hardware. Includes card and original
Chanel Black Blue Tweed Double Flap 10"
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black and blue tweed classic double flap with lambskin interior. Can be worn two ways
Chanel Classic Black Double Flap 10"Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black classic double flap lambskin 2.55 bag. Can be worn two ways: shoulder drop, 17.5"L or
Chanel Classic Flap Small Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware, 2009-10
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Small Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware, 2009-10 These are professional photos
$8,495Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.75 in D 2 in L 10 in
Chanel Beige Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag GHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Beige Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag with Goldtone Hardware Made In
$8,995
H 5.75 in D 2.5 in L 10 in
Chanel Red Caviar Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag with GHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Red Caviar Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag with Goldtone Hardware Made In
$9,495
H 5.75 in D 2.5 in L 10 in
Chanel Beige Caviar Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag Goldtone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Beige Caviar Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag with Goldtone Hardware Made In
Chanel Black Patent Double Flap 10"
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black classic double flap in patent leather and silver tone hardware. Can be worn two ways
Unavailable
H 5.5 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Vintage Classic Timeless Double Flap Lambskin 10″ Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Timeless Double Flap Lambskin 10″ Shoulder Bag *192xxxx * Made in France
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H 5.5 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Vintage Classic Timeless Double Flap Lambskin 10″ Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Timeless Double Flap Lambskin 10″ Shoulder Bag *261xxxx * Made in France
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H 6.5 in W 9.9 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
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H 6.2 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.4 in W 10 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
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H 6.2 in W 10.1 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.1 in W 10 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.1 in W 10 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.2 in W 10.1 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 10 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.4 in W 10.1 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.2 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6 in W 10.1 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 10.1 in D 2.5 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 10 in D 2.6 in
CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The
Unavailable
H 5.5 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Classic Peach Pink Timeless Double Flap Caviar 10" Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Peach Pink Timeless Double Flap Caviar 10" Shoulder Bag *1444XXXX * Made in France
Unavailable
H 7.1 in W 2.4 in L 10 in
Chanel 10" Classic Black Quilted Leather Half Flap Shoulder Bag Ex
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Chanel Black leather quilted shoulder bag. It has a half flap with famous CC twist lock on the
Unavailable
H 5.9 in W 9.8 in D 2.8 in
Chanel 10" Double Sided Light Green Cyan Quilted Leather Flap Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Chanel Handbag in light green quilted leather. The main compartment is secured with flap and CC
Chanel Burgundy Velvet Double Flap 10"
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare double flap 10" in burgundy velvet and gold tone hardware. Collection 1997/1999
Chanel Black Caviar 10" Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This classic Chanel Caviar double flap comes in black with the golden chain and the double CC logo
Chanel Rare Tricolor 10” Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel mint condition rare tricolor 10 double flap. Current store price $10,200. Shoulder strap
Chanel Coral Quilted Double Flap 10" Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel coral red 10" double flap with gold tone hardware. Bag has been professionally cleaned and
Chanel Double Flap Classic Black 10" Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black lambskin double flap with gold tone hardware. Shoulder drop 9" - 17". Comes with
Chanel Beige 10" Double Flap Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel quilted double flap classic medium bag in beige leather and gold tone hardware. Shoulder
Chanel 2009-10 Pink Leather Maxi Single Flap
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
used Chanel designer resale item. Details 2009 - 2010 Model: Maxi single flap
1990's Chanel Camel Brown Double Flap 10" Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel medium 10" double flap in camel brown lambskin and gold tone hardware. Bag has been
CHANEL VINTAGE BLACK CROCODILE 10" CLASSIC DOUBLE FLAP BAG
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage 90's CHANEL Black Crocodile 10" Classic Double Flap Bag with golden hardware
CHANEL White Quilted Caviar Double Flap 10" Classic Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Serial Number/Date Stamp: 10782112 Includes: Chanel dust bag Retail: $4900.00 Overall Condition
Chanel Valentine Heart Chain Pink Quilted Leather 10" Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This stunning CHANEL Valentine Pink Lambskin Quilted 10" Classic Flap Bag with Heart Chain is a
Chanel Ivory Canvas Camellia Embroidered Medium 10" Double Flap Classic
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Ivory Canvas Camellia Embroidered Double Flap Classic Bag GHW Made In: France Color: Ivory
Chanel '09-'10 Black Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
bag. Abrasion to the base four corners and on the inside of the bag on this used Chanel designer
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Classic Bag Made in: France Year of Production
Chanel 2016 Pink Tweed & Leather Patchwork 10" Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Pink Tweed & Leather Patchwork 10" Classic Single Flap Bag Features adjustable shoulder
CHANEL Vintage '94-96 Red Lambskin 10" Double Flap Bag GHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '94-96 Red Lambskin 10" Double Flap Bag Features adjustable shoulder strap
CHANEL 90s Vintage Black Lambskin Quilted Double Flap 10" Classic Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
. -Hologram sticker reads "3094189" -Interior stamped "CHANEL" "MADE IN FRANCE" -Flap with twist lock
Chanel Flap Bag Medium Pink Perforated Yellow Patent Leather Strap 2009-10
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Flap Bag Medium Pink Perforated Fabric Yellow Patent Leather Stap 2009-2010 These are
Chanel 2014 BNIB Pink Patent Leather Double Flap Medium 10" Classic Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
flap Date stamp reads: "19354048" Stamped "CHANEL MADE IN FRANCE" Strap drop: single: 16
Chanel Gold Quilted Lambskin Medium 10" Double Flap Classic Bag with SHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gold Medium Double Flap Bag Features adjustable shoulder strap Made in: France Year of
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H 5.75 in D 2.5 in L 10 in
Chanel 2024 Lilac Tie Dye Ombre Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 2024 Lilac Multicolor Tie Dye Ombre Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag
CHANEL Vintage 80's Black Quilted Lambskin 10" Classic Double Flap Bag GHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage 80's Black Quilted Lambskin 10" Classic Double Flap Bag Features adjustable
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H 6 in D 2.5 in L 10 in
Chanel 2014 Navy & White Grosgrain 10" Double Flap Classic Bag w Chain Strap
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
compartment, two flat pockets and one flat lipstick pocket. There is also a zipper pocket under flap. Two
Sold
H 6 in D 2.5 in L 10 in
Chanel Black Coco Pony Hair Double Flap 10" Classic Bag w Leather Chain Strap
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Coco Pony Hair Double Flap Bag with peach colored leather woven chain strap Made in
Chanel Deep Red Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel deep red 10" double flap bag with ruthenium hardware. Shoulder drop, 9"/17"L. Comes with
Chanel 2009-10 Red Python Small Double-Flap Bag With Gold-Tone Hardware
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel 2009-10 Red Python Small Double-Flap Bag is a stunning piece that embodies luxury
Chanel 2013 Beige Quilted Caviar Double Flap Classic 10" Bag rt $4, 900 GHW
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Beige Quilted Caviar Double Flap Classic 10" Bag Features leather laced shoulder strap that
Chanel Bubblegum Pink 10" Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel bubblegum pink 10" double flap with silver hardware. Bag is in mint condition. Shoulder drop
Chanel Coral Quilted Double Flap 10" Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel coral red 10" double flap with gold tone hardware. Bag has been professionally cleaned and
Chanel Classic Black Double Flap 10"Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black classic double flap lambskin 2.55 bag. Can be worn two ways: shoulder drop, 17.5"L or
Chanel Red Caviar Medium 10" Double Flap Bag SHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Red Caviar Medium Double Flap Bag Features adjustable shoulder strap Made In: France Year
Chanel Nude Lambskin 10" 2.55 Double Flap Classic Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
GORGEOUS Chanel nude 2.55 10 inch double flap classic in excellent condition. Nude lambskin
Chanel Silver Quilted Lambskin 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Silver Quilted Lambskin 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag Made In: France Year of
Chanel RARE Chevron SO Black 10" Double Flap Classic Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% Authentic Chanel Chevron SO Black 10" Double Flap Classic. This bag is sold out everywhere and
Chanel Purple 10 inch 2.55 Double Flap Classic Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Purple 10 inch 2.55 Double Flap Classic Shoulder Bag in excellent condition. Purple quilted
Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Classic 10" Medium Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
flap top (ref images) Includes: Chanel box, dust bag, authenticity card car booklets Measurements: 10
Chanel Tan Leather 10" Double Flap Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
AMAZING CHANEL tan leather 2.55 double flap classic in excellent condition. Neutral tan leather
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Located in Water Mill, NY
An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
$29,440
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6
John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Bias-cut slip dress in ivory and gold-tone viscose blend jacquard, designed by John Galliano for Spring-Summer 2003. The fabric features a woven floral damask motif with metallic thr...
S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Medusa Medallion Backless Halter Top Blue Blouse
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a mint-colored Versace halter neck designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, this wrap halter neck top is complete with a large interlocking V...
$8,920
H 8 in W 8 in D 3 in
Chanel 1994 Rare Vintage Mini Multi Six CC Logo Crossbody Lambskin Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Rare Vintage Mini Multi Six CC Logo Crossbody Lambskin Tote Bag 1991-1994 {VINTAGE 30 Years} Gold Hardware Long strap with classic interwoven chain Drawstring closure Do...
$16,701
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
Escada 2000s Pink Python Snake Skin Silver Link Evening Shoulder Bag Purse
By Escada Margaretha Ley, Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 2000s ESCADA pink patchwork python snakeskin evening bag! Various shades of pink python matches anything! Front and back panels feature a slightly darker shades of pi...
Finest North American White Lynx Belly Full Length Hood Fur Coat
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Wrap yourself in luxury with this stunning finest North American white lynx belly fur coat. Crafted from the purest white lynx fur, sourced from North America and expertly handcrafte...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Alexander McQueen corset lace and chiffon cocktail dress, c. 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
An Alexander McQueen corset cocktail dress from the Autumn/Winter 2002 "SUPERCALIFRAGILISTIC" collection. The dress features a ruched bust with flutter cap-sleeves, lace-up detailing...
Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very pretty black crochet cardigan from Issac Mizrahi. It has long sleeves, applique matching crochet flowers around the neck, front, hem and on the sleeves. There are black glass ...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
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.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
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.