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Chanel Black Leather Lion Bag
Chanel Black Leather Lion Bag

Chanel Black Leather Lion Bag

By Chanel

Located in Athens, GA

Chanel Black Leather Lion Bag. Lion medallion in center. Silver antique hardware. Limited and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1980s Chanel Gold Lion Necklace
1980s Chanel Gold Lion Necklace

1980s Chanel Gold Lion Necklace

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Amazing Chanel necklace from the early 80’s made up of a gold tone metal chain with five lion head

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Golden "Lion Head" Belt
Chanel Golden "Lion Head" Belt

Chanel Golden "Lion Head" Belt

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel -Golden metal belt and buckle featuring a lion's head. Additional information: Dimensions

Category

1970s French Belts

Chanel Logo Floral Lion Brooch
Chanel Logo Floral Lion Brooch

Chanel Logo Floral Lion Brooch

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

lion head, embellished with interlocking CCs. The pin bar is placed on the back. Colour: Gold

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Chanel Silk Lion Print Scarf
Chanel Silk Lion Print Scarf

Chanel Silk Lion Print Scarf

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

are some small pulls to the weave on this used Chanel designer resale item. This item comes with its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Scarves

1980's Chanel Mini Lion Earrings
1980's Chanel Mini Lion Earrings

1980's Chanel Mini Lion Earrings

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel mini lion clip-back earrings. Collection 23. Original box included.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel CC Logo & Lion Cashmere Jumper
Chanel CC Logo & Lion Cashmere Jumper

Chanel CC Logo & Lion Cashmere Jumper

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chanel navy pure cashmere jumper hand painted with Lions (symbols of Chanel House) and CC logo

Category

2010s Pullovers

Chanel Golden Metal "Lion Head" Brooch
Chanel Golden Metal "Lion Head" Brooch

Chanel Golden Metal "Lion Head" Brooch

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch representing a lion head with a cc logos mane

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Chanel Four Lion's Heads Bracelet, 1980s
Chanel Four Lion's Heads Bracelet, 1980s

Chanel Four Lion's Heads Bracelet, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Bracelet composed of four lion's heads. Jewelry from the 1980s

Category

20th Century French Chain Bracelets

Chanel Paris Venise Lions Patent Bag
Chanel Paris Venise Lions Patent Bag

Chanel Paris Venise Lions Patent Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Paris Venise evening bag in black patent leather, black lambskin and gold leather interior

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel House of Lions Medallion Earrings
Chanel House of Lions Medallion Earrings

Chanel House of Lions Medallion Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Chanel Material: Gold plated Weight: 12.17 grams Dimensions: earrings measure 21.5mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Golden Metal Lion Head Bracelet
Chanel Golden Metal Lion Head Bracelet

Chanel Golden Metal Lion Head Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in Italy) Golden metal bracelet enameled with blue. Additional information

Category

2010s Italian Cuff Bracelets

Chanel CC Logo Lion Guard Cashmere Jumper
Chanel CC Logo Lion Guard Cashmere Jumper

Chanel CC Logo Lion Guard Cashmere Jumper

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chanel navy pure cashmere jumper hand painted with Lions (symbols of Chanel House) and CC logo

Category

2010s Pullovers

Chanel Leather & Chain Lion Belt or Necklace
Chanel Leather & Chain Lion Belt or Necklace

Chanel Leather & Chain Lion Belt or Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A chic leather & chain belt by Chanel, featuring a black crystal studded lion with an enameled

Category

Early 2000s French Belts

Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie
Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie

Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Iconic Chanel CC Logo Lion black hoodie from 2022 Cruise Collection, 22C - CC logo charm at waist

Category

2010s Pullovers

Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie
Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie

Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Iconic Chanel CC Logo Lion black hoodie from 2022 Cruise Collection, 22C - CC logo charm at waist

Category

2010s Pullovers

Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie
Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie

Chanel 2022 New Iconic CC Lions Hoodie

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Iconic Chanel CC Logo Lion black hoodie from 2022 Cruise Collection, 22C - CC logo charm at waist

Category

2010s Pullovers

Chanel 1990s Lion & 'CC' Crest Silk Tie
Chanel 1990s Lion & 'CC' Crest Silk Tie

Chanel 1990s Lion & 'CC' Crest Silk Tie

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Complete your button up with this Chanel tie! Circa 1990s, this 100% black Silk tie is inspired by

Category

1990s Italian Ties

CHANEL white faux pearl & gold LION Necklace
CHANEL white faux pearl & gold LION Necklace

CHANEL white faux pearl & gold LION Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel faux pearls necklace embellished with six light gold-tone brass lions. Has

Category

2010s French Chain Necklaces

CHANEL Vintage Golden Metal Lions Clip-on Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Golden Metal Lions Clip-on Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Golden Metal Lions Clip-on Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel vintage golden lion metal clip-on earring. Slightly worn muzzle. Made in France Dimensions

Category

Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Gold Lion on Sun Chain Mail Bracelet
Chanel Gold Lion on Sun Chain Mail Bracelet

Chanel Gold Lion on Sun Chain Mail Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Chanel Gold Lion on Sun Chain Mail Bracelet is in excellent vintage condition from

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Chanel Golden Metal Lion Brooch with Pearly Drops
Chanel Golden Metal Lion Brooch with Pearly Drops

Chanel Golden Metal Lion Brooch with Pearly Drops

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - Golden metal lion brooch with pearly drops. Jewelry from the Coco era designed by Goossens

Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Chanel Moscow Lion Gold Leather Limited Edition Clutch
Chanel Moscow Lion Gold Leather Limited Edition Clutch

Chanel Moscow Lion Gold Leather Limited Edition Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Limited Edition clutch signed by Chanel, few examples available in the world, with gold decoration

Category

1980s Clutches

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Lion Charm Chain Necklace
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Lion Charm Chain Necklace

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Lion Charm Chain Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Bangkok, TH

1980s vintage Chanel good toned chain necklace featuring a gold toned lion charm. Proud and regal

Category

Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Chanel Golden Metal Chain Necklace with Lion Head Clasp
Chanel Golden Metal Chain Necklace with Lion Head Clasp

Chanel Golden Metal Chain Necklace with Lion Head Clasp

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel -Golden metal chain necklace with lion head clasp. Additional information: Dimensions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel 1980's 24k Gold Plated Lion Clip-On Earrings
Chanel 1980's 24k Gold Plated Lion Clip-On Earrings

Chanel 1980's 24k Gold Plated Lion Clip-On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Collectors Item - Chanel 1980's 24k Gold Plated Lion Clip-On Earrings From the Chanel’s Collection

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

CHANEL Choker Necklace BOLD Lion detail INCREDIBLE rare piece

CHANEL Choker Necklace BOLD Lion detail INCREDIBLE rare piece

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Fantastic VINTAGE CHANEL necklace with a double thick link chain! 3 Fabulous Lion faces

Category

Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

Chanel Navy Cashmere Lion CC Embroidered Cardigan Size L
Chanel Navy Cashmere Lion CC Embroidered Cardigan Size L

Chanel Navy Cashmere Lion CC Embroidered Cardigan Size L

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

used Chanel designer resale item. Details Navy Cashmere Cardigan Long sleeves

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Sweaters

Chanel 80's Vintage Gold Chain Lions Head Necklace Belt
Chanel 80's Vintage Gold Chain Lions Head Necklace Belt

Chanel 80's Vintage Gold Chain Lions Head Necklace Belt

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel multi strand belt/necklace with lions head accents. 80s collection. Minor chips on clasp

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Runway Chanel Pearl and Chain Lion Pearl Drop Layered Necklace
Runway Chanel Pearl and Chain Lion Pearl Drop Layered Necklace

Runway Chanel Pearl and Chain Lion Pearl Drop Layered Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

New chanel layered pearl and chain necklace with lion pearl drop. Excellent condition overall

Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Chanel 24k Gold Plated Lion Head Chain Necklace 70cc726s
Chanel 24k Gold Plated Lion Head Chain Necklace 70cc726s

Chanel 24k Gold Plated Lion Head Chain Necklace 70cc726s

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Made In: France Measurements: Length: 24" Width: 1.75" Height: 14" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8.5/10 or A- ) Signs of Wear: Hardware: Very Minor Scratches SKU : 70...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Button Tweed Coat 38 FR
CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Button Tweed Coat 38 FR

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Button Tweed Coat 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Paris / EDINBURGH Collection
 CC Lion Button Tweed Coat 
Boutique Price: $8,860 ~A study

Category

2010s Jackets

Chanel Cruise 2010 Ecru Ivory Gold Lion 10C Tweed Jacket
Chanel Cruise 2010 Ecru Ivory Gold Lion 10C Tweed Jacket

Chanel Cruise 2010 Ecru Ivory Gold Lion 10C Tweed Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Enjoy timeless elegance with this single-breasted jacket from Chanel's Cruise 2010 collection

Category

2010s French Jackets

CHANEL 11K$ Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR
CHANEL 11K$ Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR

CHANEL 11K$ Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

// Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn // — Inside, a tonal silk lining whispers the language of couture intimacy.

Category

2010s Jackets

Chanel Black Heavy Knit Sweater with Front Gold Lion Button - 42
Chanel Black Heavy Knit Sweater with Front Gold Lion Button - 42

Chanel Black Heavy Knit Sweater with Front Gold Lion Button - 42

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Black Heavy Knit Sweater w/ Front Gold Lion Button - 42. This thick Chanel sweater is in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cardigans

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR
CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Paris / EDINBURGH Métiers d’Art Collection 2013 · by Karl Lagerfeld // Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn // — Inside, a tonal silk lining whispers the language of couture int...

Category

2010s Jackets

Chanel 2015 Black/Navy/Red Lions Head Jacket rt. $14, 250
Chanel 2015 Black/Navy/Red Lions Head Jacket rt. $14, 250

Chanel 2015 Black/Navy/Red Lions Head Jacket rt. $14, 250

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Features metallic threading and beads throughout. 14 goldtone lion head button on the front with 4

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Blazers

CHANEL cuff/bracelet hammered gold plated metal iconic lions , early 1965's
CHANEL cuff/bracelet hammered gold plated metal iconic lions , early 1965's

CHANEL cuff/bracelet hammered gold plated metal iconic lions , early 1965's

By Chanel

Located in Stuttgart, DE

A georgeous CHANEL Cuff/bracelet hammered gold plated metal with iconic lions and decoration

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

CHANEL 100% silk red blue lion statue palm trees big square scarf
CHANEL 100% silk red blue lion statue palm trees big square scarf

CHANEL 100% silk red blue lion statue palm trees big square scarf

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL 100% silk red blue lion statue palm trees big square scarf Reference: AAWC/A00938 Brand

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

CHANEL 11K$ Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR
CHANEL 11K$ Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR

CHANEL 11K$ Paris / Edinburgh CC Lion Buttons Tweed Coat 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

// Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn // — Inside, a tonal silk lining whispers the language of couture intimacy.

Category

2010s Jackets

CHANEL Dress whisper light Silk Halter 6 NWT heaps CC Lion Face
CHANEL Dress whisper light Silk Halter 6 NWT heaps CC Lion Face

CHANEL Dress whisper light Silk Halter 6 NWT heaps CC Lion Face

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

. mad4couture@gmail.com** Exquisite CHANEL silk chiffon halter dress. Colours are bone and taupe. Center of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Summer Dresses

CHANEL Choker Necklace with 3 Chains and a Lion Head in Gilt Metal
CHANEL Choker Necklace with 3 Chains and a Lion Head in Gilt Metal

CHANEL Choker Necklace with 3 Chains and a Lion Head in Gilt Metal

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel choker necklace with 3 chains and a lion head in gilded metal. Hook clasp. Vintage jewel in

Category

Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

2007 Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather 'Lion' Chain Around Mini Flap Ba
2007 Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather 'Lion' Chain Around Mini Flap Ba

2007 Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather 'Lion' Chain Around Mini Flap Ba

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"CHANEL Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather 'Lion' Chain Around Mini Flap Bag Reference: HB2651

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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Chanel Lion For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate chanel lion for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, gilt metal and gold plate — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 214 vintage or 25 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a chanel lion 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. A chanel lion can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 crystal versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes bead alternatives. Most of our chanel lion for sale are for women, but there are 39 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Chanel Lion?

On average, a chanel lion at 1stDibs sells for $1,689, while they’re typically $229 on the low end and $165,243 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About Chanel
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.