Chanel Lambskin Lax Accordion Hobo Black
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Chanel Lambskin Lax Accordion Hobo bag in black. Black was Coco's happiest color and it's displayed in every Chanel collection.
Chanel Lambskin Lax Accordion Hobo Black
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Chanel Lambskin Lax Accordion Hobo bag in black. Black was Coco's happiest color and it's displayed in every Chanel collection.
Chanel Vintage LAX Accordion Lambskin Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Vintage LAX Accordion Lambskin Shoulder Bag Black shoulder bag crafted from smooth lambskin leather.
Chanel LAX Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Re-balance your style with this purple Chanel shoulder bag. It has a gorgeous purple leather and Chanel written out on the front of the flap, which is different from other purses. H ...
NEW Chanel LAX Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Ever so chic & stylish Chanel ivory quilted leather LAX East-West shoulder bag is perfect for everyday!
Chanel Bicolor Woven Lax 18cc915c Beige & White Leather Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Woven fabric with leather. APPROXIMATE Measurements: Handle Drop 7" APPROXIMATE Height 6", Width 10",...
Chanel Lax Accordion Bag - '10s
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Experience luxury and style with Chanel's Lax Accordion bag. The deep plum color and silver-tone CC logo add elegance to any outfit.
Chanel Beige Pebbled Leather LAX Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Beige Pebbled Leather LAX Shoulder Bag is in excellent condition from the 2003 collection.
CHANEL black leather LAX SMALL VERTICAL QUILTE Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel quilted mini shoulder bag in black calfskin. Opens with a zipper on top and is lined in black nylon. Has been carried once and is in virtually new condition. Co...
Chanel Lax Pochette Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Lax Pochette Leather is a classic yet easy style made for the modern woman.
Chanel Lax Accordion Tote Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Lax Accordion Tote Leather Medium, crafted from black leather, features woven-in leather chain straps with leather pad, embossed logo at the front, and gunmetal-tone hard...
Chanel Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large, crafted from red quilted leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs and gunmetal-tone hardware.
Chanel Lax Accordion Tote Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 8", Width 9", Depth 6" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Accordion Tote Leather Medium Item Number: 41277/71
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium, crafted from black pebbled leather, features dual rolled handles, leather tassel, and silver-tone hardware.
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 7.5", Width 11", Depth 6" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium Item Number: 41277/69
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium, crafted from black pebbled leather, features dual rolled handles, leather tassel, stamped Chanel logo, and silver-tone hardware.
Chanel Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large is sophisticated and elegant in design made for everyday excursions.
Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Pebbled Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Pebbled Leather Large, crafted in black pebbled leather, features dual rolled handles, embossed Chanel lettering at the center, side zippers with fringe ...
Chanel Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Small, crafted in black leather, features woven in leather chain link strap with leather pads, exterior slip pocket, and gunmetal-tone ha...
Chanel Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Medium is ideal for everyday use.
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Large is a classic yet easy style made for the modern woman.
Chanel LAX Accordion Camera Bag Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel LAX Accordion Camera Bag Leather Small is ideal for everyday use.
Chanel Lax Accordion Flap Bag Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Lax Accordion Flap Bag Leather Medium is ideal for everyday escapades.
Chanel Lax Accordion Flap Bag Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Lax Accordion Flap Bag Leather Medium is ideal for everyday escapades.
Chanel Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Small is ideal for everyday use.
Chanel Lax Pochette Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 4.5", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Pochette Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Black ...
Chanel Lax Pochette Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 5.5", Width 8.5", Depth 2" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Pochette Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Colo...
Chanel LAX Accordion Camera Bag Leather and Woven Fabric Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel LAX Accordion Camera Bag Leather and Woven Fabric Small is ideal for summer escapades.
Chanel LAX Accordion Camera Bag Leather and Woven Fabric Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel LAX Accordion Camera Bag Leather and Woven Fabric Small is ideal for summer escapades.
Chanel Lax Crossbody Bag Pebbled Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 6", Width 10", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Crossbody Bag Pebbled Leather Exterior Material: Lea...
Chanel Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 5.5", Height 8", Width 11", Depth 6.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large Exterior Material: Leather E...
Chanel Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 5.5", Height 8", Width 11", Depth 6.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Satchel Quilted Leather Large Exterior Material: Leather E...
Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Pebbled Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Shoulder Bag Pebbled Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Pink Interior Material: Fabric In...
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 6", Width 9", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Exteri...
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 6", Width 9", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Exteri...
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 6", Width 9", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Exteri...
Chanel Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 7", Width 11", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Accordion Camera Bag Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leather E...
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 5.5", Width 10", Depth 4.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather ...
Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Shoulder Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: Leath...
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 7", Width 11", Depth 5.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leather ...
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 5", Width 11", Depth 4" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Ext...
Chanel Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 7", Width 10.5", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Bag Pebbled Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leather Ex...
Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 6.5", Width 12", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Chanel Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 7", Width 11", Depth 3" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: L...
Chanel Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 7", Width 11", Depth 3" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Small Exterior Material: Leathe...
Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 7", Width 12", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium Exterior Material...
Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 7", Width 12", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium Exterior Material...
Chanel Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 9", Width 15", Depth 4.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Large Exterior Material: Leather Exteri...
Chanel Lax Tassel Convertible Duffle Pebbled Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Tassel, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 12", Width 17", Depth 9.5", Strap Drop 14-25" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Convertible Duffle Pebbled Lea...
Chanel Lax Chain Clutch Vertical Quilted Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 5", Width 10.5", Depth 2" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Chain Clutch Vertical Quilted Leather Large Exterior Material: ...
Chanel Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8.5", Width 15", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Front Zip Bag Pebbled Leather Large Exterior Material: Leathe...
Chanel Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 8.5", Height 7", Width 12", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Shoulder Bag Vertical Quilted Leather Medium Exterior Materia...
Chanel Lax Tassel Convertible Duffle Pebbled Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 17", Depth 9", Strap Drop 14-24" Designer: Chanel Model: Lax Tassel Convertible Duffle Pebbled Leather Large E...
Chanel Brown Leather LAX Tassel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Chanel LAX Tassel bag is a wear-with-everything accessory.
Chanel Brown Leather LAX Tassel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Chanel LAX Tassel bag is a wear-with-everything accessory.
Chanel Black Leather LAX Chain Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Chanel LAX bag is an example of the brand's fine designs that are skillfully crafted to project a classic charm.
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Lax Accordion Medium Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
This Chanel Lax Accordion tote bag is crafted from black Lambskin leather, features silver-tone hardware, woven-in leather chain straps with leather pad and embossed logo at the front.
Chanel Logo Frame Shoulder Handbag - Black Leather Silver CC Chain Handbag LAX
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Chanel - LAX Frame Shoulder Bag Color: Black Material: Leather ------------------------------------------------------------ Details: - silver tone hardware - CHANEL...
Chanel XL Travel Bag LAX Red Leather Quilted Tote CC Logo Handbag Silver Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Chanel - LAX Tote Bag Size: XL Color: Red Material: Leather ------------------------------------------------------------ Details: - Chanel metal logo at top - si...
Chanel Beige Leather LAX Tassel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Chanel bag reflects the magnificent designs and refined construction of the brand. Made from leather, the top zipper closure is equipped with a tassel, and it can be carried in ...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured in rich, saturated Aubergine crocodile. Rarely produced this exquisite jewel toned beauty is a must have for any Hermes aficionado...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...
$1,295
Size: 46 / US 10
Vintage Missoni Spring 2004 SZ 46 2000s Fully Sequin Blue Y2K Knit Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Never worn early 2000s MISSONI fully sequined striped knit halter dress ! Features vibrant colors of blue, turquoise, navy blue and yellow throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn clear se...
HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Pink Backless Mini Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Herve Leger 1990's Vintage Watermelon/Raspberry pink Pullover Bows Size small Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length 36, pit to pit 13 to 15, smalle...
$38,107
Size: FR38 - IT42 - UK10 - US6
Gucci by Tom Ford Aqua Blue Dyed Fox Fur Oversized Coat, FW 1997
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford, Fall-Winter 1997. Oversized, mid-thigh coat in dyed aqua fox, cut with a collarless deep V front, dropped shoulders and long straight sleeves. ▪ Brand: Gucci ▪ C...
$1,144
Size: UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1960s Cream Silk Silver Beaded Dress & Coat Set 1960 Ensemble UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly majestic 1960's cream shantung silk dress and matching coat set, embellished with trailing silver lined glass beads, silver claw set rhinestones and faceted clear glass d...
$5,270
Size: See Measurement in description
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/w 2004 Purple Ruffled Lace-Up Back Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Composition: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat NOTE: The lace back design makes bust and waist flexible (not limited to the laid-flat measurements) to adjust...
$11,976
Size: Modern day UK 10 - FR 38
Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet Corset Waistcoat and Maxi Skirt Set, SS 1995
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood black velvet evening ensemble. Halter neck double breasted waistcoat with built in corset and signature gold orb buttons, and fishtail maxi skirt. Spring-Summer 1995
$1,680Sale Price|25% Off
Size: 44
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Vintage 2003 Black Silk Jersey Dress with Leather Bra
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
From the archives of Alexander McQueen, this rare 2003 runway-era dress is a masterclass in contrast—fusing sleek leather detailing with fluid jersey draping for a silhouette that’s ...
Vintage Gucci F/W 2003 Bamboo & Fur Handbag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Vintage Gucci by Tom Ford brown bamboo and raccoon fur from the 2003 fall winter collection . Features a brown raccoon fur body , brown leather top handles and gold tone hardware, br...
$12,920
H 6 in W 11 in L 2.5 in
Chanel 2008 Vintage Classic Flap CC Obsession Rare Dark Blue Pearls Lambskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Classic Flap CC Obsession Rare Black with Dark Blue Pearls Lambskin Bag Year: 2008 {VINTAGE 16 Years} Silver hardware Classic interwoven chain Classic center zippered pocket...
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.
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.
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.