Classic Single Flap Maxi Quilted Caviar
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Maxi Chanel Single Flap Bag from Caviar quilted leather features silver hardware, a CC turn-lock, and a leather entwined strap.
Classic Single Flap Maxi Quilted Caviar
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Maxi Chanel Single Flap Bag from Caviar quilted leather features silver hardware, a CC turn-lock, and a leather entwined strap.
Chanel Classic Maxi Flap Caviar Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Investment Piece - Chanel Classic Maxi Flap Caviar Leather Bag Timeless grey bag crafted from iconic diamond quilted caviar leather.
Chanel Vintage Classic Maxi Single Flap Taupe Brown Caviar Chevron Stitch 24 Gol
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Color was professionally touched up only slightly on the corners. DETAILS: Chanel Classic single flap Size: Maxi Dimensions: Width: 35.5 x Height: 23 x Depth: 10cm (14"W x 9"H x 4...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Sliver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2011 Series 15 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Silver Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Size: Maxi wid...
Chanel Dark Green Caviar Leather Double Flap Maxi Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Dark Green Caviar Leather Double Flap Maxi Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2015-2016 Color: Dark olive green Hardware: Matte goldtone Materials: Caviar leather Lining:...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap with Gold HW
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2011 Series 15 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Size: Maxi width:...
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag GHW 65472
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
The maxi size is 13 inches wide and is the most spacious of the classic flaps.
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi White Caviar Leather Silver-tone Hardware Giant CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi White Caviar Leather Silver-tone Hardware Giant CC Logo These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi White Caviar Leather Silver-tone Hardware Giant CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi White Caviar Leather Silver-tone Hardware Giant CC Logo These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Chanel Single Flap Maxi in black caviar leather with silver hardware
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Indulge in classic style with this Chanel Single Flap Maxi in Black Caviar, guaranteed to be a gorgeous investment that will be by your side for a lifetime.
CHANEL Jumbo Beige Caviar Leather Maxi Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic CHANEL Jumbo Beige Caviar Leather Maxi Flap Bag. It is done in signature Chanel beige Caviar leather.
2009 Chanel Soft Caviar Maxi Single Flap Bag in Cafe Au Lait Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel single Flap Soft Caviar Leather Maxi Flap Bag Measures 13' b 9" by 4" No longer made by Chanel.
Chanel Caviar Leather 2.55 Reissue Maxi 227 Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Light brown / pale yellow Material: Caviar leather with ruthenium / gunmetal hardware Item Code: 16****** Year 2013 Size Maxi Height 4.5” x Length 8” x Depth 12.5” Drop: 11” s...
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi GHW Bag This is an Authentic Chanel classic double flap in size Maxi.
Chanel White Caviar Maxi Single Flap
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel white caviar maxi single flap with silver tone hardware.
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black quilted maxi caviar leather single flap with gold tone hardware.
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black quilted caviar single maxi flap with silver tone hardware.
Chanel White Caviar Maxi Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel white caviar may single flap. Silver tone hardware. Very good condition. Little mark shown in one of the photos. Shoulder drop 12"/21". Comes with hologram and original dust c...
Chanel Black Maxi Caviar Leather Quilted Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic maxi single flap caviar in silver hardware. Overall still in very good condition, with very minor creasing on the body of the bag. The bag still holds is structure very well....
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag.
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag.
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi 2009 Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware Embrace luxury with this timeless Chanel Classic Jumbo/Large Flap bag crafted in a scratch-resistan...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi 2009 Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware Embrace luxury with this timeless Chanel Classic Jumbo/Large Flap bag crafted in a scratch-resistan...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 13****** Age- Cir...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Rubbing around the corners, edges of the flap and strap. DETAILS: Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Silver Single Flap I...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Light tarnishing of the hardware. DETAILS: Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Si...
CHANEL Red Caviar Maxi Single Flap with Silver Hardware 2009
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Authentic CHANEL Red Caviar Maxi Single Flap with Silver Hardware 2009.
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Single Flap with Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Color was professionally touched up on the corners, edges, strap DETAILS: Circa 2010-2011 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware C...
CHANEL Black Caviar Maxi Single Flap with Gold Hardware 2009
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Authentic CHANEL Black Caviar Maxi Single Flap with Gold Hardware 2009.
CHANEL black Caviar leather CLASSIC MAXI SINGLE FLAP Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Maxi Classic Timeless Single Flap Bag in black caviar leather featuring gold-tone hardware.
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Caviar Leather Maxi Flap Bag is in pristine condition.
Chanel Black Maxi Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Black Maxi Single Flap Bag. Excellent condition.
Chanel Black Maxi Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Black Maxi Single Flap Bag. Silver hardware.
Chanel Brown Maxi Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Brown Maxi Single Flap Bag. Caviar leather in excellent condition.
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H 3.94 in W 9.06 in L 13.39 in
CHANEL Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Silver Hardware 2010
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
CHANEL Classic Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Silver Hardware 2010.
CHANEL Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Gold Hardware 2010
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
CHANEL Classic Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Gold Hardware 2010.
CHANEL Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Gold Hardware 2010
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
CHANEL Classic Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Gold Hardware 2010.
CHANEL Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Gold Hardware 2010
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
CHANEL Classic Single Flap Maxi Bag Black Caviar with Gold Hardware 2010.
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Maxi
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Maxi is in pristine condition.
Chanel Vintage Classic Maxi Single Flap Taupe Brown Caviar Chevron Stitch 24 Gol
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Color was professionally touched up only slightly on the corners. DETAILS: Chanel Classic single flap Size: Maxi Dimensions: Width: 35.5 x Height: 23 x Depth: 10cm (14"W x 9"H x 4...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Sliver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2011 Series 14 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Silver Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Size: Maxi wid...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Black Caviar Leather Double Flap Sliver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2011 Series 14 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Silver Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Size: Maxi wid...
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi Double Flap Classic with SHW
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi Classic- pristine condition Chanel’s timeless classic flap in the maxi size with silver hardware is a must have in any collection.
Chanel Black Caviar Maxi
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Black Caviar Chanel Maxi Single Flap bag with silver hardware.
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Maxi Classic Flap Bag SHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Maxi Classic Flap Bag Features adjustable shoulder strap Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2009-2010 Color: Black and silver Hardware: Silvertone ...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Brand-Chanel Model- Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number- 19****** Age- Circa 2014 Acco...
Chanel Caviar Black Maxi Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Caviar Black Maxi Single Flap Bag. 13" wide maxi size Chanel.
Chanel Navy Maxi Caviar Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Navy Caviar Leather Maxi Bag. Silver hardware.
Chanel Burgundy Caviar Leather Maxi
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Burgundy Maxi Single Flap in Caviar Leather.
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi 2011 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap with Gold Hardwar
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2014-2015 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Size: Maxi width: 33cm...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi 2012 Black Caviar Leather Double Flap with Gold HW
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2012 Series 16 Chanel Timeless/ Classic Flap Material: Caviar Calfskin Leather Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Single Flap Interior: Black Leather Size: Maxi width:...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB3655 Serial Number: 19035571 Age (Circa): 2014 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Car...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1287 Brand: Chanel Model: Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Type: Shoulder Serial Number: 15...
2010s Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Classic Single Flap Bag This CHANEL Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Chanel Dust Bag, Box, Aut...
Chanel White Quilted Leather Maxi Timeless Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Chanel 'Maxi' Timeless Classic Quilted Single Flap 2.55 Bag.
2012 Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Reference: HB2807 Serial Number: 16761807 Age (Circa): 2012 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card...
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Maxi Timeless Classic 2.55 Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
The certificate will be provided at no further cost Chanel 'Maxi' Timeless Classic Quilted Double Flap Maxi Timeless 2.55 Bag.
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Maxi Timeless Classic 2.55 Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
The certificate will be provided at no further cost Chanel 'Maxi' Timeless Classic Quilted Double Flap Maxi Timeless 2.55 Bag.
Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Maxi Timeless Classic 2.55 Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
The certificate will be provided at no further cost Step into the world of timeless luxury with this exquisite Chanel 'Maxi' Timeless Classic Quilted Double Flap Bag, a true icon of ...
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H 9.06 in W 13 in D 3.94 in
2014 Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB3655 Serial Number: 19035571 Age (Circa): 2014 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card...
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Maxi Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Maxi Single Flap Bag with gold hardware.
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Maxi Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Maxi Single Flap Bag with gold hardware.
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H 9.06 in W 13.39 in D 3.94 in
2002 Chanel Honey Beige Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Honey Beige Quilted Caviar Leather Maxi Classic Double Flap Bag Reference: HB2002 Serial Number: 15786403 Age (Circa): 2011 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Car...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Soft Caviar Leather Silver-tone Hardware Giant CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2008-2009 Chanel Classic Single flap Size: Maxi Dimensions: Width: 32.5 x Height: 23 x Depth: 9cm Weight: 780g Soft calfskin caviar leather Color:...
Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Red Caviar Leather Silver-tone Hardware Giant CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: Circa 2008-2009 Chanel Classic Single flap Size: Maxi Dimensions: Width: 32.5 x Height: 23 x Depth: 9cm Weight: 780g Soft calfskin caviar leather Color:...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
$4,489
H 5.91 in W 6.7 in D 2.37 in
Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Small Double Pocket Top Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Small Double Pocket Top Handle Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4436 Brand: Chanel Model: Small Double Pocket Top Handle Flap Bag Type: Top Handle, ...
S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Yellow Alligator Serpent Horsebit Small Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci by Tom Ford small shoulder bag from Spring/Summer 2004 is crafted from GG canvas with genuine alligator leather accents in bold yellow and purple tones. Multiple bags and ...
$59,500
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in
Hermes Birkin 50 Limited Edition Endless Road Bleu De Prusse Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
The Hermès Blue de Prusse Limited Edition Endless Road Birkin 50 Haute à Courroies is a remarkable fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. This exclusive piece from the 2019 Collection...
Chanel Black Quilted Timeless Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Signature interlocking CC logo - Silver-tone hardware - Diamond quilted lambskin leather - Top bar and kiss lock - Main compartment - Internal zip fastening compartment P...
Prada Resort 2016 Paillettes Chain Handle Disk Bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
Totally fabulous and fun Prada Paillettes bag from the Resort 2016 collection. Bought for £1600 and used once. Comes with authenticity card and tag card. Made from thick black leath...
Chanel 19 Slate Blue Infinity Top Handle Crossbody Flap Bag 68173
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68173 We love this Chanel 19 Slate Blue Infinity Top Handle Crossbody Flap Bag for two-way convertible practicality and the elegant slate blue color. For 20 years, Bout...
$1,524Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel 1990s Vintage Mint Green Quilted Leather Top Handle Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Vintage Chanel Mint Green (pastel light mint green) quilted top handle tote bag, matte gold handle with beautiful pearl stud edges, two separate purse opening slots with pearl pink c...
Off-white satin beaded evening dress Neiman Marcus Circa 1950's
By Neiman Marcus
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white satin beaded evening dress. Tulle and acetate petticoat. Boned bustier. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. size 38 (FR) M
Chanel Lurex Linen Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Tote in lurex linen with gold leather lining. Linen is metallic gold with over quilting with signature chain handles. Charming miniature shopping bag size with logo clasp...
Chanel Mini Flap Timeless Crema
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa firmata Chanel, modello Timeless Mini Flap Vintage, realizzata in pelle liscia color crema con hardware dorati. Dotata di una patta con chiusura a girello logo CC, internamente...
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 3.8 in L 28.5 in
Chanel Vintage 1980s Large Quilted Lambskin Crossbody Bag with CC Lock
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a large quilted lambskin bag which can be worn crossbody or shoulder. Vintage from the 80s it has a rare diamond etched CC turn lock fastening; interwoven leather and gold to...
Jean Paul Gaultier Runway dress Summer 2006 new with tag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Jean Paul Gaultier Summer 2006 fashion show dress new with tag. Lace bodice cinched at the waist that widens with a wide skirt that echoes the details of the top. Side zipper closur...
Chanel Quilted Gilt Gripoix Cross-body Vintage Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
One of the most scarce Coco Chanel handbags - black quilted suede and kidskin lamb leather in a half-moon shape, with a gilt-metal woven leather chain. The chic bag is adorned by lar...
Rare Chanel Vintage Tweed Multicolor Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68422
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68422 In Multicolor tweed and 24k gold plated hardware. Measures 10in. W (at base) x 6in. H x 3.7in. D, strap drop is 19.5 inches Comes with Authenticity Card For...
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.