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Chanel Gabrielle Clutch

Chanel Gabrielle Clutch Black Aged Calfskin Vhevron Quilting
Chanel Gabrielle Clutch Black Aged Calfskin Vhevron Quilting

Chanel Gabrielle Clutch Black Aged Calfskin Vhevron Quilting

By Chanel

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:27cm,height:20cm Designer:Chanel Model: Gabrielle clutch black aged calfskin chevron quilting Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Chanel 2019 Hot Pink Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch With Chain
Chanel 2019 Hot Pink Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch With Chain

Chanel 2019 Hot Pink Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch With Chain

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel 2019 Hot Pink Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain is a stunning blend of contemporary style and classic Chanel elegance.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHANEL Grey Gabrielle Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin Shoulder Bag
CHANEL Grey Gabrielle Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin Shoulder Bag

CHANEL Grey Gabrielle Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Accessories:Id card size: Width:18cm,height:10cm Designer: CHANEL Model: Grey Gabrielle Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin Shoulder Bag Exterior Material: Leather Exterior...

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2015 Chanel White Calfskin Leather & Plexiglass Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch
2015 Chanel White Calfskin Leather & Plexiglass Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch

2015 Chanel White Calfskin Leather & Plexiglass Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL White Calfskin Leather & Plexiglass Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch Bag Reference: HB2004 Serial Number: 21428778 Age (Circa): 2015 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card, Tag, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

2018 Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather Gabrielle Clutch-with-Chain CWC
2018 Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather Gabrielle Clutch-with-Chain CWC

2018 Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather Gabrielle Clutch-with-Chain CWC

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather Gabrielle Clutch-with-Chain CWC Xupes Reference: HB3025 Serial Number: 25013053 Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authent...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

CHANEL Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch Bag
CHANEL Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch Bag

CHANEL Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch Bag

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H 6.11 in W 9.06 in D 1.38 in

CHANEL Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Brasserie Gabrielle Plate Clutch Bag Brand- CHANEL Model- Gabrielle Plate Bag Product Type- Clutch Serial Number- 21428821 Age- Circa 2015 Accompanied By- Authenticity Card, ...

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2010s Italian Clutches

Chanel Runway Brasserie Calfskin Gabrielle Shoulder Flap Bag and Clutch, 2015
Chanel Runway Brasserie Calfskin Gabrielle Shoulder Flap Bag and Clutch, 2015

Chanel Runway Brasserie Calfskin Gabrielle Shoulder Flap Bag and Clutch, 2015

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Green calfskin and quilted diamond stitch Chanel Menu clutch flap Year: 2015 Gold hardware Classic interlocking cc clasp Interior large pocket Two additional interior pockets Interw...

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Chanel Beige/Black Quilted Leather Gabrielle Clutch
Chanel Beige/Black Quilted Leather Gabrielle Clutch

Chanel Beige/Black Quilted Leather Gabrielle Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Chanel clutch for women has the kind of design that ensures high appeal, whether held in your hand or tucked under your arm. It is a meticulously-crafted piece bound to last a l...

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2010s Italian Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large
Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 9.5", Width 13.5", Depth 1" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large Exterior Material: Denim Exterior C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large
Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 9.5", Width 13.5", Depth 1" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle O Case Clutch Printed Denim Large Exterior Material: Denim Exterior C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel 2015s Burgundy Gabrielle Brasserie Menu Flap Clutch
Chanel 2015s Burgundy Gabrielle Brasserie Menu Flap Clutch

Chanel 2015s Burgundy Gabrielle Brasserie Menu Flap Clutch

By Chanel

Located in West palm beach, FL

Burgundy lambskin and quilted diamond stitch Chanel Menu clutch flap Year: 2015 Gold hardware Classic interlocking cc clasp Interior large pocket Two additional interior pockets Int...

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Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Aged Calfskin Medium
Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Aged Calfskin Medium

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Aged Calfskin Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Box, Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 8", Width 11", Depth 1", Strap Drop 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Aged Calfskin Mediu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Tweed
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Tweed

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Tweed

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 17", Height 4", Width 7.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 33" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Cha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt And Calfskin Large
Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt And Calfskin Large

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt And Calfskin Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large, crafted in purple quilted felt and calfskin leather, features silver-tone hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin, crafted in black quilted aged calfskin leather, features a woven-in leather chain strap and aged silver and ...

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Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin, crafted in black quilted aged calfskin leather, features woven-in leather chain strap and gold and silver-to...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large
Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 10", Width 14", Depth 1" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large Exterior Material: Textil...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large
Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large

Chanel Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 9.5", Width 14", Depth 0.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle O Case Clutch Quilted Felt and Calfskin Large Exterior Material: Felt, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 17.5", Height 4", Width 7", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 32" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quil...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 17.5", Height 4", Width 7", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 32" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quil...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 17", Height 4", Width 7.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 32.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Chevron Aged Calfskin
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Chevron Aged Calfskin

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Chevron Aged Calfskin

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 16", Height 6", Width 7", Depth 3", Strap Drop 27" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin
Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

Chanel Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Quilted Aged Calfskin

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 17", Height 4", Width 8", Depth 2", Strap Drop 32" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle Double Zip Clutch with Chain Qu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

CHANEL White Plexiglass & Calfskin Brasserie Gabrielle Double Plates Clutch
CHANEL White Plexiglass & Calfskin Brasserie Gabrielle Double Plates Clutch

CHANEL White Plexiglass & Calfskin Brasserie Gabrielle Double Plates Clutch

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Description: This is a gorgeous Chanel 2015 Collection White Plexiglass "Brasserie Gabrielle" Minaudière Double Plate Clutch featuring White Calfskin Leather, Silver Hardware, Satin ...

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2010s Clutches

Chanel Gabrielle Logo O Case Clutch Quilted Tweed and Calfskin Large
Chanel Gabrielle Logo O Case Clutch Quilted Tweed and Calfskin Large

Chanel Gabrielle Logo O Case Clutch Quilted Tweed and Calfskin Large

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Height 9.5", Width 14", Depth 1" Designer: Chanel Model: Gabrielle Logo O Case Clutch Quilted Tweed and Calfskin Large Exterior Material: Leather, Twe...

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By Chanel

Located in London, GB

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Chanel Gabrielle Clutch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary chanel gabrielle clutch for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a chanel gabrielle clutch 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. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Chanel Gabrielle Clutch?

The price for a chanel gabrielle clutch starts at $1,020 and tops out at $19,920, and on average, selling for $2,353.

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.

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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.