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Chanel Coco Cocoon Nylon Backpack
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
Coolest Chanel Coco Cocoon nylon backpack. Comes with authenticity card. Made from black, squishy
Chanel Sport White Grey Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage White Nylon Sport Backpack Rare Unisex 2003 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Adjustable shoulder
Chanel Matelassé Backpack Green Ombre Nylon
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Coolest Chanel Matelassé Backpack in green ombre nylon. Comes with authenticity card. It has
Chanel Doudone Silver Nylon and Fabric Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Chanel padded backpack, Doudone model, made of silver-colored nylon with black fabric trim
Chanel S/S 2002 nylon logo runway backpack
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel Spring Summer 2002 backpack (7 series) collector runway bag, nylon fabric and some
$5,920
H 13 in W 10 in D 2 in
Chanel 1999 Vintage Diamond Quilted Graphic Stitched Black Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Nylon Chanel backpack with hook closure 1999 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Aged silver hardware Interior
Chanel 2003 Vintage Sport Rare White and Grey Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage White Nylon Sport Backpack Rare Unisex 2003 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Adjustable shoulder
$9,920
H 9.75 in W 5.25 in L 7.5 in
Chanel 2018 Shearling Wool Nylon Quilted Coco Neige Duma Black Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Wool Nylon Quilted Coco Neige Backpack Black Year: 2018 This stylish backpack is
$10,920
H 11.5 in W 9 in L 4 in
Chanel Black White Nylon Faux Tweed Illusion Printed Medium Duma Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2014 Faux Tweed Illusion Printed Medium Black White Nylon Duma Backpack Year: 2014 Black
Chanel Vintage Rare Mini Mesh Sport Gym Black Microfiber Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Small Chanel black mesh microfiber backpack with Chanel logo straps and top handle strap 2003
$10,920
H 11.5 in W 9 in L 4 in
Chanel 2014 Faux Tweed Illusion Printed Medium Black White Nylon Duma Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2014 Faux Tweed Illusion Printed Medium Black White Nylon Duma Backpack Year: 2014 Black
$9,920
H 15.5 in W 11 in D 4 in
Chanel Rare Nylon Light Blue & Orange Orange Spring 2002 Runway Sport Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Large Sport Vintage Backpack Year: Spring 2002 {VINTAGE 20 Years} Nylon light blue
$9,920
H 8 in W 2 in L 10.75 in
Chanel 2005 Vintage Rare Black Nylon Coco Niege Sport Duma Clasic Flap Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2005 Vintage Rare Black Nylon Coco Niege Sport Duma Clasic Flap Backpack Year: 2005-2006
$5,920
H 11.5 in W 8.75 in L 8.75 in
Chanel Shopping Vintage 90s Rare Logo Cc Mesh Sport Tote Black Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 90s Rare Logo CC Mesh Sport Bag Tote Backpack Spring 2004 Mesh drawstring backpack
Chanel Backpack Cc 216074 Pink Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date Code: 6669252 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 4" Height: 8.5" Handle Drop: 24.5" Can convert to a shoulder bag...
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Drop 2", Height 15", Width 12.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 9-15" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack
Chanel Medium Doudoune Nylon Tweed Coco Neige Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon with Tweed Medium This Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed
2005 Chanel Black Quilted Nylon Sports Line Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Nylon Sports Line Backpack Reference: HB2477 Serial Number: 10307123 Age
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Black Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Black Nylon Medium These are professional photos of the actual
CHANEL black nylon 2022 22N COCO NEIGE LOGO TWO-IN-ONE Duffle & Backpack Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Two-in-One duffle bag and backpack in black logo nylon with black calfskin
Chanel Black Nylon & Rubber Backpack SHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Nylon & Rubber Backpack Features neon piping, Chanel logo printed down front and
Chanel NEW 2017 Black Quilted Nylon Coco Cocoon Backpack Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel NEW Black Quilted Nylon Coco Cocoon Backpack Features leather logo on front zipper pocket
Chanel Travel Line Backpack Nylon Yellow Nylon
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel Travel Line Backpack Nylon Yellow Nylon Condition Details: Moderate darkening and wear on
Chanel Travel Line Backpack Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: Travel Line Backpack Nylon Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Black Interior
Chanel Travel Line Backpack Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
4", Strap Drop 8-18" Designer: Chanel Model: Travel Line Backpack Nylon Exterior Material: Nylon
Chanel Doudoune Embossed Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Doudoune Embossed Nylon Backpack is perfect for any Spring/Summer months. It is pretty
Chanel White Nylon Quilted Backpack
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
is also embossed with the Chanel name. The interior is lined in a deep navy blue nylon material and
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium, crafted from pink and white embossed nylon
Chanel Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Medium, crafted in black and white printed nylon, features
Chanel Coco Neige Backpack Quilted Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Model: Coco Neige Backpack Quilted Nylon Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material
Chanel Coco Neige Backpack Quilted Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Model: Coco Neige Backpack Quilted Nylon Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color
Chanel Coco Neige Backpack Quilted Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Neige Backpack Quilted Nylon Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material: Nylon
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 9-16" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Large Exterior Material: Nylon
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Drop 9-15" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Blue, Multicolor
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Silver
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Fabric, Nylon Exterior Color: Silver Interior
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Mediu
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material: Nylon
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Height 16", Width 11.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 9-15" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
18", Width 14", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 9-19" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon
Chanel Doudoune Backpack Embossed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Drop 2", Height 16", Width 12", Depth 5", Strap Drop 9-15" Designer: Chanel Model: Doudoune Backpack
Chanel Logo Backpack Quilted Printed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Logo Backpack Quilted Printed Nylon Medium, crafted in pink printed nylon, features
Chanel Coco Cocoon Flap Backpack Quilted Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Coco Cocoon Flap Backpack Quilted Nylon, crafted in blue quilted nylon, features dual
Chanel Coco Cocoon Flap Backpack Quilted Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Coco Cocoon Flap Backpack Quilted Nylon, crafted in neutral quilted nylon, features
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large, crafted from black quilted nylon, features a
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large, crafted from black quilted nylon, features a
Chanel Sport Line Flap Backpack Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Sport Line Flap Backpack Nylon Medium, crafted from black nylon, features adjustable
Chanel Sport Line Flap Backpack Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Sport Line Flap Backpack Nylon Medium, crafted from black nylon, features adjustable
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large, crafted from black quilted nylon, features a
Chanel Front Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Front Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Small, crafted in black and white printed nylon
Chanel Front Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Front Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Small, crafted in black and white printed nylon
Chanel Travel Line Backpack Nylon Neutral, Yellow
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel Travel Line Backpack Nylon Yellow Nylon Condition Details: Moderate darkening and wear on
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 12-13" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large Exterior Material
Chanel CC Pocket Backpack Printed Nylon Mini
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Pocket Backpack Printed Nylon Mini Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Black Interior Material
Chanel Red Quilted Nylon Coco Cocoon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This lightweight and sporty backpack by Chanel has signature quilting and the CC logo. The red
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Width 12", Depth 5", Strap Drop 12-13" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
Chanel Logo Backpack Quilted Printed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Drop 4", Height 14", Width 11", Depth 6", Strap Drop 12-17" Designer: Chanel Model: Logo Backpack
Chanel Sport Line Backpack Quilted Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Backpack Quilted Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material: Nylon
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
: Chanel Model: Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color: Black
Chanel Front Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 4", Strap Drop 26" Designer: Chanel Model: Front Zip Backpack Printed Nylon Small Exterior
Chanel Logo Backpack Quilted Printed Nylon Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Chanel Model: Logo Backpack Quilted Printed Nylon Medium Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color
Chanel Coco Cocoon Flap Backpack Quilted Nylon
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 15-16" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cocoon Flap Backpack Quilted Nylon Exterior Material
Chanel Backpack Quilted Nylon and CC Tweed Black White Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned 100% Authentic CHANEL Nylon Tweed CC Black White Backpack RATING: A/B...Very Good, well
Chanel Backpack Quilted Nylon and CC Tweed Black White Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned 100% Authentic CHANEL Nylon Tweed CC Black White Backpack RATING: A/B...Very Good, well
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
14", Width 12", Depth 5", Strap Drop 12-13" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted
Chanel Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
", Width 11.5", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 12-14" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cocoon Backpack Quilted Nylon
Chanel Black Nylon and Tweed Doudoune Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Marked by flawless craftsmanship and enduring appeal, this Chanel backpack is bound to be a
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
CHANEL black leather 2022 22C DUBAI BEECHWOOD VANITY Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Small Vanity bag in beige beechwood with black leather trims and antique gold-tone hardware. Rare limited edition. Opens with a logo clasp closure and is lined ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...
$8,920
H 2 in W 5.5 in L 5.2 in
Chanel White 1994 Runway Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Iconic Rare Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel White 1994 Runway Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Iconic Rare Sunglasses From the 1994 Chanel runway collection, these glasses were made for the catwalk as a Sample and never made it ...
Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap Bag iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and silver hardware. Red double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-...
$12,920
H 12 in W 16 in D 3 in
Chanel 2004 Rare Vintage Bible Book CC Limited Edition Minaudière Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2004 Rare Vintage Bible Book CC Limited Edition Minaudière Clutch Bag Year: Fall 2004 Gold accent Black suede book motif Diamond quilted Signature CC patch Tassel detail In...
Chanel CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
CHANEL CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag Year: 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Black nylon Dual flat canvas shoulder straps Logo embroidery Dual rolled handles at sides Sip pocket at front To...
Chanel 1998 Vintage Blue Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW 68466
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68466 This Chanel 1998 Vintage Blue Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW is another vintage collector's staple - from a later 90s era style with the petite CCs, a deep med...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag is a whimsical yet refined statement piece that captures the essence of sporty luxury. Crafted from high-quality cl...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
$12,136
H 29 in D 18 in L 35 in
Borsone A Mano Louis Vuitton Speedy 35 x Takashi Murakami Monogramouflage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Travel bag designed by Louis Vuitton, Speedy model, size 35, limited edition in collaboration with Takashi Murakami, Monogramouflage line. Made of military patterned and monogram can...
Chanel Black Leather Hula Hoop Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
From the 2013 Spring collection there was this rare bag. Black quilted leather Chanel mini Hula Hoop bag with single interior zip pocket, structured top handles and front flap and CC...
$3,500
Size: FR 38 (US 6) but runs small
Iconic Documented Thierry Mugler Runway Sheer Boned Corset Skirt Suit, SS1995
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Geneva, CH
Featured during the "Thierry Mugler, Couturissime" exhibition at the "Musée des Arts Décoratifs" in Paris in 2021-2022 and at the "Brooklyn Museum" in New York in 2022-2023 (see pic...
$3,299
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude and black silk mid-length evening dress with built-in corset and draped off-shoulder neckline Spring-Summer 1999
THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler Fall Winter 1986 “Les Milteuses” archival runway dress Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection: Fall Winter 1986 Fabric: Wool Color: Black and red ...
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.
Vintage and designer backpacks do more than carry our books, notebooks, electronic devices and other possessions to and fro. They are also a reflection of personal taste and style. Whether it’s an understated solid color — black backpacks will remain forever timeless — or it’s emblazoned with a dazzling graphic pattern or an iconic fashion house’s logo, a backpack makes a statement.
In 1908, decades before the JanSports and Eastpaks of the world materialized, Norwegian Ole Bergan crafted the first backpack, whittling and shaping a juniper branch to support a robust canvas rucksack on his back. Twenty-five years later, the patent on Bergan’s wildly convenient and functional accessory expired, and backpacks became popular with hikers, campers and other outdoor enthusiasts as other designers and companies scrambled to develop their own iterations. During the late 1930s, the first zippered backpack appeared — for students, it was a significant improvement over carrying their books with a leather belt.
Some designer backpacks are sleek and sporty, while others attract attention with flashy brass hardware and a textured exterior flap. While the innumerable handbag lovers of our modern times continue to gravitate toward iconic labels — classic bags still rule — today’s shoppers are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Backpacks designed by universally renowned brands such as Gucci, Dior and Burberry are similarly alluring when it comes to finding the perfect carryall.
Heavy-duty nylon backpacks or those made with polyester are likely the most common, but many alternatives can be found in canvas, leather and suede. The best backpack for you might be one that is modest in size and discreet, and thus ideal for carrying a few items. If that sounds like what you need, explore crossbody bags and messenger bags, as they’re a bit easier to access and you don’t have to remove the bag to get to its contents. Others may seek a bag that is spacious enough to fit all of the supplies for an overnight hike, in which case, a sturdy, structured backpack might be a better fit.
Whether it is for fashion, function or both, there is a backpack suited to every individual. Find yours in the extensive collection of vintage and designer backpacks on 1stDibs.
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.