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Chanel North South

Chanel North South Vertical Gold Navy Metallic Stripe Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare Chanel vertical boy bag in excellent condition. Series 27. Comes only with its holo intact and
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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Silver Quilted Leather North South Boy Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Chanel North South Boy Flap bag is a luxurious and stylish accessory. Made from premium quilted
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Pink Chevron Quilted Lambskin North-South Le Boy
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Pink Chevron Quilted Lambskin North-South Le Boy Serial Number: 28144912 Age (Circa): 2019
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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Pink Chevron Quilted Lambskin North-South Le Boy
CHANEL Pink Chevron Quilted Lambskin North-South Le Boy
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H 7.88 in W 6.3 in D 1.97 in
Chanel Black and Beige Canvas Clover Charm Tote
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
north south tote with beige mini check pattern. Zippered top with large four-leaf clover pull
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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

CHANEL PANAMA STRAWHAT size 57 signed 1994
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
were used on the waterway across the Panama Canal, which separates North and South America and connects
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CHANEL Tote Bag in Navy Blue Quilted Suede
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel tote bag in navy blue quilted suede. Palladium silver metal hardware. Double zipper (missing on a closure). The interior is lined in black canvas with 3 pockets, one zipped. ...
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2010s French Tote Bags

CHANEL Tote Bag in Navy Blue Quilted Suede
CHANEL Tote Bag in Navy Blue Quilted Suede
H 8.27 in D 9.06 in L 16.54 in
HERMÈS KELLY POCHETTE BLACK Swift Leather with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermès Kelly Pochette in Black Swift Leather with Palladium Hardware B Stamp / 2023 Accompanied by: Original receipt, Hermes box, Hermes dustbag, felt, ribbon and care card Measu...
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2010s European Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Water Boy Bag 67018
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67018 An ultra limited release just for the 2018 Spring Summer collection, this Chanel 18S Purple Mermaid Iridescent Water Boy Flap Bag Small is made of glazed leather in...
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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Sand by the Sea Pearl and PVC Flap Bag 67873
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67873 In 2019 Spring, Karl Lagerfeld hosted his epic show "by the sea" with many summery, sea-themed attributes, and this bag from the runway is no exception. This Chane...
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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Red Quilted Lambskin Vintage Mini Full Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Red Quilted Lambskin Vintage Mini Full Flap Bag Serial Number: 1280499 Age (Circa): 1989 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Authenticity Details: Authenticity...
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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Red Quilted Lambskin Vintage Mini Full Flap Bag
CHANEL Red Quilted Lambskin Vintage Mini Full Flap Bag
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Rare Chanel Vintage Cow Print Pony Hair Mini Cube Vanity Case Bag 67912
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67912 This Rare Chanel Vintage Cow Print Pony Hair Mini Cube Vanity Case Bag is a collector's holy grail. This is a vintage classic. Produced in 1995, almost 30 years old...
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17P Chanel Black Lucky Charms Reissue WOC Wallet on Chain Bag 67604
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67604 A very special release for one of our favorite versatile Chanel models. The WOC is a must-have Chanel, due to its chic style and extreme versatility. The long wov...
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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Mini Raffia Vanity Bag 2020
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Mini Chanel Raffia Vanity bag with blue stripes from the 2020 collection. It’s a crossbody bag and the shoulder drop of the leather-threaded gold chain is 22’. On front of the bag is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

NIB Chanel 23C Monaco Slot Machine Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag 67196
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67196 NIB Chanel 23C Monaco Slot Machine Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag The most desirable and hard to find of the three minaudière clutch bags from 2023 cruise. I...
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1980s Clutches

Chanel 1994 Vintage Black White Tweed Duma Backpack Bag 24k GHW 66338
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
"Store item: 66338 1994 Fall was famed in the world of Chanel for the vintage tweeds. And the bags were no exception. This rare gem made of white and black wool yarns and black sequi...
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1990s Backpacks

Hermes Birkin 35cm Lagoon Blue Togo Palladium Hardware Bag RARE
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Guaranteed Authentic HHermes Birkin 35cm Lagoon Blue Togo Palladium Hardware Bag RARE Very rare, long discontinued, cult favorite Lagoon Birkin! Coming with keys, lock, clochette. No...
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Pristine Chanel 1995 Vintage Black Letter Large Bowler Duffle Bag 67789
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67789 Chic and modern yet very vintage is this Chanel Letter Logo Large Bowler Duffle Bag from 1995. It's a large travel weekender bag with front exterior zipper pocket,...
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Chanel Black Lambskin Pearl on Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This shoulder bag is made of black lambskin with a faux pearl overlay. The bag features a gold chain black leather threaded shoulder strap, black leather trim, and a gold CC turn loc...
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Chanel Blue Quilted Denim Medium 19 Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First unveiled in the Chanel Fall 2019 collection, the Chanel 19 bag is named after the year of its release, just like the Chanel 2.55. In design, the bag has exaggerated quilting an...
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Christian Dior Vintage Iconic Trotter Monogram Vanity Case
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage rare and iconic vanity case featuring a claret-red trotter monogram canvas, claret-red leather details and gold toned hardware. Comes with original key and c...
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Hermès Red Clemence Victoria II Bag
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Red Clemence Victoria II Bag is in excellent plus condition. The relaxed silhouette is roomy and soft to the hand in textured lipstick red Clemence leather. T...
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 8.5", Width 6.5", Depth 3" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height 8", Width 6.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 20.5" Designer: Chanel Model: North
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Chanel North South Sport 226495 Grey Nylon X Canvas Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 8275116 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.75" Width: 4" Height: 14" Shoulder strap drop: 9.25" OVERALL FAIR CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or C ) Includes Serial S...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Pink Quilted Caviar Leather North/South Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Chanel North/South Boy bag is a chic update of the icon! The stunning bag is made from pink
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Silver Quilted Leather North South Boy Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Chanel North South Boy Flap bag is a luxurious and stylish accessory. Made from premium quilted
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Pink Leather New Bubble Medium North-South Tote
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This feminine Chanel North-South tote is crafted from pink leather and features a quilted pattern
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2010s French Tote Bags

Chanel Black Leather Modern Chain North/South Tote
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This alluring tote bag for women has been designed to assist you on any day. Convenient to carry and fashionably designed, the tote is cut with skill and sewn into a great shape. It ...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Blue Quilted Leather North South Boy Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
With flawless craftsmanship, immense style quotient, and an air of elegance, this Chanel bag has it
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Red Quilted Leather North South Boy Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Chanel handbags are known for their unique designs that emanate the label's feminine verve and
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Red Quilted Leather North South Boy Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Chanel handbags are known for their unique designs that emanate the label's feminine verve and
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Red Quilted Leather In The Business North South Tote
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This In The Business North-South tote from the house of Chanel is expertly crafted in a quilted
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2010s French Tote Bags

Chanel Red Quilted Leather In-The-Business North South Tote
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Each design from Chanel maintains a fine balance between exquisite details and faultless
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2010s French Tote Bags

Chanel Red Quilted Leather In-The-Business North South Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Carry this bag in style and experience complete luxury and practicality. It is created using quality material and features a stunning style, a shoulder strap, and a roomy interior. ...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Gold Quilted Caviar Leather North South Boy Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Burgundy Bordeaux North South Deauville Chain Tote Bag 256cas56
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 15794769 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 6.5" Height: 13" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories...
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CHANEL red Soft Caviar leather TIMELESS POCKET NORTH SOUTH TOTE Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Timeless Pocket North South tote in red soft Caviar leather with one big CC
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2010s French Tote Bags

Chanel Red Caviar Leather Timeless CC Logo Vanity Case North South 1CC0413
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 4.75" Height: 6" Handle Drop: 1.25" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: None Signs of Wear: Exterior: Some...
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Coral Spring North/South "Up in the Air" Tote - circa spring 2013
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Coral Spring North/South "Up in the Air" Tote - circa spring 2013. This bag is in very good
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Chanel Iliad Printed Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
accents- perfect for everyday enjoyment. Cream and grey printed canvas north south tote has Greek
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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Iliad Printed Shopper Tote
Chanel Iliad Printed Shopper Tote
H 14 in W 13 in D 6 in
Chanel Silver Ice Cube Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Silver Ice Cube Shopper is in pristine condition. A rare collectible from
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Chanel Silver Ice Cube Shopper Tote
Chanel Silver Ice Cube Shopper Tote
H 14.5 in W 12 in D 4 in
Chanel Boy North to South Black Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Very rare collector item. Chanel Boy North to South Tote Bag Distressed bronze HW. From 2011
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2010s Shoulder Bags

Chanel Brown Quilted Leather In The Business North South Tote
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This In The Business North-South tote from the house of Chanel is expertly crafted in a brown
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small, crafted in beige canvas, features dual woven
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Raffia Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Tote Raffia Small, crafted in white and pink raffia, features
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small, crafted in gray canvas, features dual woven-in
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small, crafted in neutral canvas, features dual woven
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small, crafted in gray canvas, features dual woven-in
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small, crafted in gray canvas, features dual woven-in
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Lurex Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Tote Lurex Canvas Small, crafted in blue and gold lurex canvas
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Raffia Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Raffia Small, crafted in white raffia, features dual
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Denim Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Denim Small embodies a casual-chic style
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Small, crafted from pink quilted caviar leather
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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Small, crafted from pink quilted caviar leather
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Denim Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Denim Small embodies a casual-chic style
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Small, crafted from blue quilted caviar leather
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small, crafted from blue quilted calfskin
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Denim Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Denim Large embodies a casual-chic style
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small embodies a casual-chic style
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small embodies a casual-chic style
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small first seen during the brand's
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Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Deauville Chain Tote Canvas Small embodies a casual-chic style
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small, crafted from pink quilted calfskin
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Chanel North South Cerf Executive Tote Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Cerf Executive Tote Leather Large is an ideal everyday accessory
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Chanel North South Handle Bag Aged Quilted Calfskin
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Handle Bag Aged Quilted Calfskin is perfect for an on-the-go
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Chanel North South Cerf Executive Tote Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Cerf Executive Tote Leather Large is an ideal everyday accessory
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Chanel North South Cerf Executive Tote Leather Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel North South Cerf Leather Large is an ideal everyday accessory for the modern
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small, crafted from metallic silver
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small, crafted from metallic silver
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small, crafted from metallic silver
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Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel North South Boy Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small, crafted from metallic silver
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Boucle Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote Boucle Small Exterior Material: Boucle Exterior Color
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Denim Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 10.5", Height 10", Width 10", Depth 4" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas (Plain) Exterior
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
3" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas (Plain
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas (Plain) Exterior
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas (Plain) Exterior
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Model: North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas (Plain) Exterior Color
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Drop 10", Height 13.5", Width 11.5", Depth 6" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote Canvas
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Height 10.5", Width 10", Depth 4", Strap Drop 11" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote
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Chanel North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 4" Designer: Chanel Model: North South Deauville Tote Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas
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You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary chanel north south you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Pink and more. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Chanel North South?

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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. 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. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes.

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. 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.

Finding the Right Handbags and Purses for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.

Questions About Chanel
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can find a variety of second-hand Chanel bags online at boutiques and auction houses. You may also be able to find Chanel bags in consignment and vintage boutiques. It helps to know how to authenticate a Chanel bag to ensure you’re getting a legitimate Chanel handbag. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Chanel VIP gift bag or gift item may be given to a few loyal VIP customers who regularly visit the store and spend a significant amount of money on their products. It is not something that the general population can purchase. These gift items are all made with the same attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that you expect from anything with the Chanel brand. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How to clean white Chanel bags as they are susceptible to light and can turn yellow if exposed for too long by polishing the leather gently with a natural-coloured soft woollen cloth or pat with a fine woollen cloth when wet. Shop a range of authentic Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a Chanel lambskin bag, Chanel recommends using a soft cloth and avoiding any care products that may alter the finish of your handbag. To reduce the appearance of marks on the surface of lambskin leather, gently rub it in a circular motion. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Chanel fashions and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To read a Chanel clothing label, look beneath the Chanel logo tag. There you will see another label with the style number, size and year it was created. If the style number starts with an A, it was from an Autumn collection. P stands for Printemps, which is spring, and C means that item is part of the cruise line. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Fake Chanel bags aren’t easy to spot — especially if you’re shopping online. Forgeries are getting increasingly difficult to identify, but there are a few clues that might indicate a Chanel bag is a counterfeit. Bags made in the mid-1980s and later have a serial number at the bottom of the bag, and this number should match the one on the Chanel authenticity card. The Cs in the clasp should have flat, not rounded, edges, and the right-hand C will always overlap the one on the left at the top, with the overlapping reversed at the bottom. The screw on the clasp will have a flat or star head — never a Phillips head. The zipper should have the Lampo logo on the back of the slider, and the bag should come in a duster bag with the Chanel logo printed in white in the center. The diamond-pattern quilting on the bag should be flawless and perfectly aligned, even where there’s a pocket. The lining should lie tight and flat against the interior — never creased or lumpy. The inside of the bag should have the Chanel logo followed by “Made in Italy” or “Made in France.” To ensure you’re purchasing an authentic Chanel bag, buy from a reputable seller that carefully vets their offerings. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you style your Chanel jacket is a matter of preference. Some people like to wear casual clothing, so the Chanel jacket stands out. Others prefer an entire Chanel ensemble with a jacket for an all-over look. Accessorizing your Chanel jacket with a scarf is also a very popular option. Find Chanel jackets on 1stDibs along with a variety of Chanel clothing to create eye-catching ensembles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tuck the chain inside your Chanel bag through its holes and store it in a dust-free environment and avoid touching or bumping into any other items while they're hanging out of sight. Shop a range of vintage and modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel doesn’t have a specific men’s shoe division but they do have a sneakers line that can be worn by any gender. These sneakers come in a variety of colors with different fabrics and all feature Chanel’s outstanding quality. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel shoes and other accessories from some top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s sunglasses as they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel sunglasses and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel sunglasses and other accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 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 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
    The current designer of Chanel is Virginie Viard, who started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s self-proclaimed “right arm and my left arm.” Aside from a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.