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Chanel Jacket Size 40

NWT Chanel 15A Paris Salzburg jacket Size 40
NWT Chanel 15A Paris Salzburg jacket Size 40

NWT Chanel 15A Paris Salzburg jacket Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Merced, CA

Chanel most wanted Paris Salzburg runway jacket. This is new with tags. It is adorned with

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Late 20th Century French Jackets

Chanel Multi Pastels Ribbon Boucle Jacket -Size 40- 2005P
Chanel Multi Pastels Ribbon Boucle Jacket -Size 40- 2005P

Chanel Multi Pastels Ribbon Boucle Jacket -Size 40- 2005P

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Multi Pastels Ribbon Boucle Jacket -Size 40 From the Spring 2005P collection. This jacket

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Early 2000s French Jackets

Light Pink & White Chanel 2013 Camellia Tweed Jacket Size FR 40
Light Pink & White Chanel 2013 Camellia Tweed Jacket Size FR 40

Light Pink & White Chanel 2013 Camellia Tweed Jacket Size FR 40

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Light pink and white tweed jacket by Chanel. Circa 2013. Camellia accent at high neckline. Dual hip

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2010s French Jackets

Chanel 2007 Black White Tweed 3/4 Sleeves Jacket Size 40 FR
Chanel 2007 Black White Tweed 3/4 Sleeves Jacket Size 40 FR

Chanel 2007 Black White Tweed 3/4 Sleeves Jacket Size 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

ensures a soft, breathable fit. A true testament to CHANEL's craftsmanship, this jacket is a must-have for

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Early 2000s French Jackets

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1990s Chanel Cream Jacket
1990s Chanel Cream Jacket

1990s Chanel Cream Jacket

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Size: 40

1990s Chanel Cream Jacket

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

1990s Chanel cream jacket. Size 40. Excellent condition.

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1990s French Jackets

Chanel Vintage Navy Dress Size 40
Chanel Vintage Navy Dress Size 40

Chanel Vintage Navy Dress Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Chanel Dress with goldne buttons. Good vintage condition Size French 40

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1990s French Sport Jackets

Chanel Gold Tweed Geometric Jacket/ Size 40
Chanel Gold Tweed Geometric Jacket/ Size 40

Chanel Gold Tweed Geometric Jacket/ Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

Chanel Jacket Size 40 Measurements: Center back 23 inches Across shoulder 16 inches Bust 18.5

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

CHANEL Beige Waterproof Jacket Size 40
CHANEL Beige Waterproof Jacket Size 40

CHANEL Beige Waterproof Jacket Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Timeless! Short CHANEL raincoat in beige cotton from the year 2000. It will be easy to wear with

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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

Chanel Black Leather Pearl Studded Jacket - Size 40
Chanel Black Leather Pearl Studded Jacket - Size 40

Chanel Black Leather Pearl Studded Jacket - Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Stunning Chanel black leather jacket featuring elegant pearl stud detailing. This jacket is in very

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Chanel Paris-Bombay Lambskin Leather Jacket - Size 40
Chanel Paris-Bombay Lambskin Leather Jacket - Size 40

Chanel Paris-Bombay Lambskin Leather Jacket - Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Absolutely stunning Chanel "Paris-Bombay" lambskin leather jacket in a size 40! This luxurious

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Chanel Crisp White Cotton Ribbon Trim Jacket Size 40
Chanel Crisp White Cotton Ribbon Trim Jacket Size 40

Chanel Crisp White Cotton Ribbon Trim Jacket Size 40

By Chanel

Located in University City, MO

Chanel Crisp white cotton ribbon trim jacket Size 40 The stylish Chanel jacket is embellished with

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jackets

COLLECTOR CHANEL Short Yellow Jacket in Wool Size 40
COLLECTOR CHANEL Short Yellow Jacket in Wool Size 40

COLLECTOR CHANEL Short Yellow Jacket in Wool Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Collector. Chanel short jacket in yellow mimosa wool. Lining is in monogram silk. Spring 97

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1990s French Jackets

Chanel Edinburgh Tweed Gray/Black Cropped Jacket - Size 40
Chanel Edinburgh Tweed Gray/Black Cropped Jacket - Size 40

Chanel Edinburgh Tweed Gray/Black Cropped Jacket - Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

This beautiful Chanel Edinburgh tweed jacket is a must-have for any fashion-conscious woman. Made

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21st Century and Contemporary Blazers

Chanel 97A Size 40 Navy x Red Bouclee Wool Knit Tweed Jacket 1223c8
Chanel 97A Size 40 Navy x Red Bouclee Wool Knit Tweed Jacket 1223c8

Chanel 97A Size 40 Navy x Red Bouclee Wool Knit Tweed Jacket 1223c8

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel 97A Size 40 Navy x Red Bouclee Wool Knit Tweed Jacket 1223c8 Made In: France Measurements

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Chanel Long Jacket in Dark and Light Gray Tweed, Size 40 EU
Chanel Long Jacket in Dark and Light Gray Tweed, Size 40 EU

Chanel Long Jacket in Dark and Light Gray Tweed, Size 40 EU

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful Chanel long jacket in dark gray and light gray tweed. In perfect condition. Black silk

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2010s French Mantle Coats

Chanel Navy 2 Piece Suit/Jacket Size 40/Skirt Size 42
Chanel Navy 2 Piece Suit/Jacket Size 40/Skirt Size 42

Chanel Navy 2 Piece Suit/Jacket Size 40/Skirt Size 42

By Chanel

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

Chanel suit Skirt & Jacket Size 40 Jacket & 42 Skirt Measurements: Jacket - size 40: Center back

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Chanel Beige Knit Jacket with Sequins - Size 40 - Circa 2006
Chanel Beige Knit Jacket with Sequins - Size 40 - Circa 2006

Chanel Beige Knit Jacket with Sequins - Size 40 - Circa 2006

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

2006 Chanel Beige Sweater Jacket with Gold Metallic Threads and Sequins and Sash - Size 40 Fabric

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CHANEL Jacket and Skirt Set in Striped Wool Size 40 EU
CHANEL Jacket and Skirt Set in Striped Wool Size 40 EU

CHANEL Jacket and Skirt Set in Striped Wool Size 40 EU

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel jacket and skirt set in striped wool. Cruise Collection 2000. The jacket, striped wide

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Early 2000s French Skirt Suits

Chanel Navy Wool Short Length Coat Jacket w/ CC Buttons Size 40
Chanel Navy Wool Short Length Coat Jacket w/ CC Buttons Size 40

Chanel Navy Wool Short Length Coat Jacket w/ CC Buttons Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Chanel Navy Wool Short Length Coat Jacket w/ CC Buttons Size 40 Product details: Size FR 40 Double

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coats

Chanel Crochet Belted Jacket Coat Sz.40
Chanel Crochet Belted Jacket Coat Sz.40

Chanel Crochet Belted Jacket Coat Sz.40

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Stunning Chanel crochet belted jacket coat in size 40. This beautiful piece features the iconic CC

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2010s Coats

Fall 2010 Chanel Tweed Black and Red Suit/Size 40/42
Fall 2010 Chanel Tweed Black and Red Suit/Size 40/42

Fall 2010 Chanel Tweed Black and Red Suit/Size 40/42

By Chanel

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

Chanel tweed 2 piece suit from the 2010 fall collection. Please note that jacket is size 40 while

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21st Century and Contemporary Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Vintage Chanel  Boutique Suit
Vintage Chanel  Boutique Suit

Vintage Chanel Boutique Suit

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

. The jacket and skirt look great worn together ,or wonderful on their own. Both are Chanel size 40

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Late 20th Century French Skirt Suits

CHANEL Rose Boiled Wool Jacket 99A Size 40
CHANEL Rose Boiled Wool Jacket 99A Size 40

CHANEL Rose Boiled Wool Jacket 99A Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Chanel design is available for viewing at our Beverly Hills Boutique. We offer a large

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21st Century and Contemporary French Jackets

CHANEL Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR
CHANEL Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR

CHANEL Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

luminous aura of Chanel’s eternal little black jacket // Size mark 40 FR / Condition: never worn

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2010s Jackets

Chanel Pink Leather jacket Size 40
Chanel Pink Leather jacket Size 40

Chanel Pink Leather jacket Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Gorgeous Chanel Jacket in pink super soft Leather. With zip. Size 40 Really good condition

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21st Century and Contemporary French Jackets

Chanel Purple Tweed Jacket - Size 40
Chanel Purple Tweed Jacket - Size 40

Chanel Purple Tweed Jacket - Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Very good condition Chanel Purple Tweed Jacket - Size 40 An all time classic that will never ever

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Jackets

Chanel Blush and Cream Tweed Jacket Size 40 (8)
Chanel Blush and Cream Tweed Jacket Size 40 (8)

Chanel Blush and Cream Tweed Jacket Size 40 (8)

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

. This jacket is classic and perennially stylish - the hip-skimming length is perfect while the lines

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21st Century and Contemporary French Jackets

CHANEL 04A Fantasy Tweed Jacket with Bows Size 40
CHANEL 04A Fantasy Tweed Jacket with Bows Size 40

CHANEL 04A Fantasy Tweed Jacket with Bows Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Westlake Village, CA

Gorgeous jacket - anyone can wear this, anywhere. It's in perfect pre-owned condition with all the

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21st Century and Contemporary French Blazers

Chanel Short Tweed Jacket from Fall 2001, Size Fr 40
Chanel Short Tweed Jacket from Fall 2001, Size Fr 40

Chanel Short Tweed Jacket from Fall 2001, Size Fr 40

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Really ncie short jacket form Chanel 2001 Collection In red and white/beige tweed Excellent

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Early 2000s French Bolero Jackets

Chanel Ecru Wool Bouclé Blazer - Size 40
Chanel Ecru Wool Bouclé Blazer - Size 40

Chanel Ecru Wool Bouclé Blazer - Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Excellent condition! Chanel Ecru Wool Bouclé Blazer - Size 40 A very typical stunning ecru wool

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Jackets

Chanel Vintage Ivory Crop Jacket 40 FR
Chanel Vintage Ivory Crop Jacket 40 FR

Chanel Vintage Ivory Crop Jacket 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in DOUBLE BAY, NSW

occasions. Brand: Chanel Product: Vintage Ivory Crop Jacket Size: 40 Fr Colour: Black & Ivory

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Early 2000s Blazers

Chanel Autumn Wool Blazer - Size 40
Chanel Autumn Wool Blazer - Size 40

Chanel Autumn Wool Blazer - Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Very good preloved condition Chanel Autumn Wool Blazer - size: 40 This iconic piece is a timeless

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21st Century and Contemporary French Blazers

Chanel Brown & Gold Tweed Set 1996 Autumn Collection - Size 40
Chanel Brown & Gold Tweed Set 1996 Autumn Collection - Size 40

Chanel Brown & Gold Tweed Set 1996 Autumn Collection - Size 40

By Chanel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Chanel Brown & Gold Tweed Set 1996 Autumn Collection - Size 40 A set that dates from the 1996

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Chanel vintage jacket skirt suit size 40 96C wool blend black & white
Chanel vintage jacket skirt suit size 40 96C wool blend black & white

Chanel vintage jacket skirt suit size 40 96C wool blend black & white

By Chanel

Located in Melbourne, VIC

slit with buttons. Size FR 40: Jacket Bust: 32 in. Jacket Waist: 28 in. Jacket Height: 19 in

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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Chanel Navy Cotton Tweed Jacket and Shorts Ensemble 42
Chanel Navy Cotton Tweed Jacket and Shorts Ensemble 42

Chanel Navy Cotton Tweed Jacket and Shorts Ensemble 42

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel do! Jacket Size: 42; Shorts Size: 40.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Chanel Cape/Jacket Pink Tweed 40 FR
Chanel Cape/Jacket Pink Tweed 40 FR

Chanel Cape/Jacket Pink Tweed 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in DOUBLE BAY, NSW

. Brand: Chanel Product: Cape Jacket Size: 40 Fr Colour: Pink Material: 40% Cotton, 32% Acrylic

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Amazing Chanel Jacket with Crystal Appliqué
Amazing Chanel Jacket with Crystal Appliqué

Amazing Chanel Jacket with Crystal Appliqué

Located in Teaneck, NJ

Amazing Chanel jacket with crystal appliqué. Size 40, back zipper. Please note there are a few

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Late 20th Century French Jackets

Chanel vintage jacket skirt suit size 40 93P pale pink logo buttons
Chanel vintage jacket skirt suit size 40 93P pale pink logo buttons

Chanel vintage jacket skirt suit size 40 93P pale pink logo buttons

By Chanel

Located in Melbourne, VIC

slit at the back of skirt with 3 gold buttons. Weight: 1160 gms Size FR 40: Jacket Bust: 34 in

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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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Chanel Jacket Size 40 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel jacket size 40 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Brown and more. You’re likely to find the perfect chanel jacket size 40 among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

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The price for a chanel jacket size 40 starts at $375 and tops out at $5,500, and on average, selling for $2,293.

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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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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

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Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

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