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Chanel Quilted Sandals

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Leather Chain T-Strap Charm Sandals 2022
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Leather Chain T-Strap Charm Sandals 2022

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Leather Chain T-Strap Charm Sandals 2022

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Leather Chain T-Strap Charm Sandals from 2022 epitomize luxury

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Strap Sandals

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Chanel Chunky 39.5 Quilted Leather Cc Dad Sandals CC-0525N-0213
Chanel Chunky 39.5 Quilted Leather Cc Dad Sandals CC-0525N-0213

Chanel Chunky 39.5 Quilted Leather Cc Dad Sandals CC-0525N-0213

By Chanel

Located in Downey, CA

These Chanel sandals are simply to die for! They feature chic black quilted uppers and three straps

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Quilted Crystal 36 CC Dad Chunky Sandals CC-S0829-0004
Chanel Quilted Crystal 36 CC Dad Chunky Sandals CC-S0829-0004

Chanel Quilted Crystal 36 CC Dad Chunky Sandals CC-S0829-0004

By Chanel

Located in Downey, CA

These Chanel sandals are simply to die for! They feature chic black quilted uppers and three straps

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2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel Beige Leather CC Quilted Sandals Size IT 38
Chanel Beige Leather CC Quilted Sandals Size IT 38

Chanel Beige Leather CC Quilted Sandals Size IT 38

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to sandals is evident. Light signs of wear to insoles with minor

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sandals

Chanel Beige Leather CC Quilted Sandals Size IT 38
Chanel Beige Leather CC Quilted Sandals Size IT 38

Chanel Beige Leather CC Quilted Sandals Size IT 38

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to sandals is evident. Light signs of wear to insoles with minor

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sandals

Chanel Black Leather Camilla Quilted Slides Size IT 38
Chanel Black Leather Camilla Quilted Slides Size IT 38

Chanel Black Leather Camilla Quilted Slides Size IT 38

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

bag. Details Black  Leather Sandals Quilted Slides Camilla flower detail CC logo hardware

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sandals

Chanel White/Black Quilted Leather CC Chain Cap Toe Mules 40
Chanel White/Black Quilted Leather CC Chain Cap Toe Mules 40

Chanel White/Black Quilted Leather CC Chain Cap Toe Mules 40

By Chanel

Located in Corona Del Mar, CA

Chanel White/Black Quilted Leather CC Chain Cap Toe Mules 40 100% Authentic Chanel Leather Mules

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2010s French Sandals

Chanel Quilted Platform Beige Sandals
Chanel Quilted Platform Beige Sandals

Chanel Quilted Platform Beige Sandals

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Very good condition. Sz.38 No box. No dust bag.

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2010s Shoes

Chanel Pink Quilted Leather Sandals - 40
Chanel Pink Quilted Leather Sandals - 40

Chanel Pink Quilted Leather Sandals - 40

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These Chanel pink slide heels have a camellia quilted print on the leather and a wood stack heel

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21st Century and Contemporary French Heels

Chanel Burgundy Quilted Patent Leather Wedge Sandals
Chanel Burgundy Quilted Patent Leather Wedge Sandals

Chanel Burgundy Quilted Patent Leather Wedge Sandals

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel wedge sandals in burgundy quilted patent leather. Acronym 'CC' in gilded metal on the back

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2010s Italian High Heels

CHANEL black quilted leather 2022 REV TURNLOCK Sandals Shoes 39
CHANEL black quilted leather 2022 REV TURNLOCK Sandals Shoes 39

CHANEL black quilted leather 2022 REV TURNLOCK Sandals Shoes 39

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel 2022 quilted turnlock slides in black calfskin featuring light gold-tone

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

CHANEL BLACK Quilted Ankle Strap Sandal - 36
CHANEL BLACK Quilted Ankle Strap Sandal - 36

CHANEL BLACK Quilted Ankle Strap Sandal - 36

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

CHANEL BLACK Quilted Ankle Strap Sandal - 36. These adorable Chanel sandals are in excellent

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Chanel Sandals Quilted Leather - silver
Chanel Sandals Quilted Leather - silver

Chanel Sandals Quilted Leather - silver

By Chanel

Located in Baarn, NL

This pair shines right at you, fantastic Chanel sandals in shiny silver. Fully quilted silver

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Sandals

Chanel Dad Quilted Leather Velcro Sandals
Chanel Dad Quilted Leather Velcro Sandals

Chanel Dad Quilted Leather Velcro Sandals

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Sandals are getting a sporty upgrade for spring, and Chanel's version is one of the top picks of

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21st Century and Contemporary Sandals

Chanel Dad Sandals Black Quilted Lambskin 41 FR
Chanel Dad Sandals Black Quilted Lambskin 41 FR

Chanel Dad Sandals Black Quilted Lambskin 41 FR

By Chanel

Located in DOUBLE BAY, NSW

Brand: Chanel Product: Dad Sandals Size: 41 Fr Colour: Black Material: Quilted Lambskin

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2010s Sandals

Chanel gold leather quilted wood sandals sz 39
Chanel gold leather quilted wood sandals sz 39

Chanel gold leather quilted wood sandals sz 39

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Antique gold patent leather Chanel wood sandals. Worn few times in excellent condition . Quilted

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Late 20th Century French Sandals

Chanel Red Quilted Leather Flat Sandals Size 40.5
Chanel Red Quilted Leather Flat Sandals Size 40.5

Chanel Red Quilted Leather Flat Sandals Size 40.5

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Comfort, luxury, and high-fashion come combined in these flat sandals from Chanel! They are crafted

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Charm Embellished Sandals Size 39.5
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Charm Embellished Sandals Size 39.5

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Charm Embellished Sandals Size 39.5

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals from Chanel are bearers of a fine mix of shoe craftsmanship and style. The leather

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Leather Quilted Gold-Tone Charm Sandals 37
Chanel Black Leather Quilted Gold-Tone Charm Sandals 37

Chanel Black Leather Quilted Gold-Tone Charm Sandals 37

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chanel Black Leather Quilted Gold-Tone Charm Sandals 37 Black Open toe Quilted Front straps Gold

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Cube Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals 37
Chanel Black Cube Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals 37

Chanel Black Cube Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals 37

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in a smart manner. Crafted from quality materials, they display

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals Size 37
Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals Size 37

Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals Size 37

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials they

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2010s Sandals

Chanel Cream Quilted Leather Slide Platform Sandals Size 37
Chanel Cream Quilted Leather Slide Platform Sandals Size 37

Chanel Cream Quilted Leather Slide Platform Sandals Size 37

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Logo Slingback Sandals Size 36
Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Logo Slingback Sandals Size 36

Chanel Black Quilted Leather CC Logo Slingback Sandals Size 36

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

House of Chanel, these stunning slingback sandals flaunt black quilted leather with the silver-toned CC

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Camellia White Quilted Jelly Thong Sandals Size 37
Chanel Black Camellia White Quilted Jelly Thong Sandals Size 37

Chanel Black Camellia White Quilted Jelly Thong Sandals Size 37

By Chanel

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Chanel White Jelly sandals/ flip flops with black Camellias. It has the classic Chanel quilted

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Chain Link Flat Sandals Size 35.5
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Chain Link Flat Sandals Size 35.5

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Chain Link Flat Sandals Size 35.5

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These leather sandals keep your feet feeling comfortable all day. The sandals feature the signature

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Leather Quilted Rope CC Flat Sandals Size 38
Chanel Black Leather Quilted Rope CC Flat Sandals Size 38

Chanel Black Leather Quilted Rope CC Flat Sandals Size 38

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals by Chanel showcase a lovely design. Crafted from leather, the black flats feature

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Black Leather Quilted Rope CC Flat Sandals Size 38
Chanel Black Leather Quilted Rope CC Flat Sandals Size 38

Chanel Black Leather Quilted Rope CC Flat Sandals Size 38

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals by Chanel showcase a lovely design. Crafted from leather, the black flats feature

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Burgundy Quilted Leather CC Logo Flat Sandals Size 38
Chanel Burgundy Quilted Leather CC Logo Flat Sandals Size 38

Chanel Burgundy Quilted Leather CC Logo Flat Sandals Size 38

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals from Chanel represent luxury and comfort. Crafted from leather, the wide strap on the

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Cream Quilted Leather CC Platform Slide Sandals Size 39
Chanel Cream Quilted Leather CC Platform Slide Sandals Size 39

Chanel Cream Quilted Leather CC Platform Slide Sandals Size 39

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel Beige Quilted Leather CC Platform Slide Sandals Size 38
Chanel Beige Quilted Leather CC Platform Slide Sandals Size 38

Chanel Beige Quilted Leather CC Platform Slide Sandals Size 38

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Chanel White/Black Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals Size 38.5
Chanel White/Black Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals Size 38.5

Chanel White/Black Quilted Leather CC Slide Sandals Size 38.5

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

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Chanel Quilted Sandals For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of chanel quilted sandals available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for Black chanel quilted sandals and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Red and more.

How Much are Chanel Quilted Sandals?

Prices for chanel quilted sandals can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $322 and can go as high as $2,793, while these items, on average, fetch $572.

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.

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Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.

Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.

The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?

Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.

A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.