Chanel Quilted Tote Bag in Pink and Purple, 2009/2010
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Quilted tote bag in shades of pink and purple.
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Chanel Brilliant Cells Tote, 2000s France
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking balance of edge and elegance, this black Chanel quilted tote/shoulder bag is crafted from caviar leather with the house’s signature diamond quilting.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
Chanel Burgundy Quilted Caviar Fever Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Burgundy Quilted Caviar Fever Tote SKU: 135423 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in very good condition with minor ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Black Quilted Paris Biarritz Tote
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This is Chanel Coated Canvas Quilted Paris Biarritz Tote in black.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Chanel Brown Quilted Leather Tote Bag is a refined and versatile piece that blends timeless Chanel elegance with everyday practicality.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel Brown Quilted Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Chanel Brown Quilted Leather Tote Bag is a refined and versatile piece that blends timeless Chanel elegance with everyday practicality.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel CC Diamond Quilted Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel CC Diamond Quilted Tote Bag features Caviar leather, diamond quilting, signature CC logo, slip pocket to the front, leather intwined chain link shoulder straps, one intern...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar CC Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Caviar CC Shopping Tote SKU: 153407 MSRP: 5300.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excellent ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel Vintage Patent Quilted CC Chain Tote
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your collection with this stunning and rare Chanel Vintage Patent Quilted CC Chain Tote. Crafted in Italy between 1989 and 1991, this glossy black patent calfskin tote is a t...
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1990s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Tote Bag 2008
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Chanel Black Quilted Leather Tote Bag is a refined and versatile piece that blends timeless Chanel elegance with everyday practicality.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel Quilted White Caviar Grand Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Quilted White Caviar Grand Shopper Tote in fair condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Blue Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Blue Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tote Bag in very good condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Quilted Gentle Boy Shopping Tote Black
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Leather - Diamond quilting - Signature Boy push-lock fastening - Two leather and chain-link top handles - Main compartment - Internal zip-fastening pocket - Condition: Very...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Tote Bags
Chanel 2011 Black Quilted In the Mix Tote
By Chanel
Located in Ardmore, PA
Chanel 2011 Black Quilted In the Mix Tote with Gunmetal Hardware Crossbody Front and back retractable handles Glazed leather Very Good Condition
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2010s Tote Bags
Chanel Vintage Beige Quilted Lambskin CC Shoulder Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Vintage Beige Quilted Lambskin CC Shoulder Tote SKU: 149546 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Item is in good condition with app...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote This unique evening bag is crafted of soft diamond and chevron quilted calfskin leather in black.
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel XL Jumbo Black Calfskin Shopping Quilted Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Shopping XL Quilted Jumbo Vintage 90's Runway Tote Black Calfskin Bag W 17.7 x H 7.9 x D 4.3 " Handle Drop. 11.8 " Similar bag from the same collection (slightly smaller and...
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1990s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Quilted Black Leather Latch Front Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Quilted Black Leather Latch Front Tote Bag in excellent condition.
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2010s Tote Bags
Chanel Large Blck Calfskin Leather Quilted Distressed Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Large size Chanel distressed calfskin black tote with interwoven braided straps and flap 2006 {VINTAGE 16 Years} Silver hardware Chanel name stamp Double strap Interior graffiti lin...
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags
Chanel Burgundy Quilted Caviar Leather Large Casual Pocket Tote
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Burgundy Quilted Caviar Leather Large Casual Pocket Tote Product Details Xupes Ref: HB3887 Brand: Chanel Model: Large Casual Pocket Tote Type: Tote, Shoulder Serial Number: 2...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Vintage Denim Quilted Drawstring Hobo Shoulder Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Pre-Owned 2008-2009 diamond quilted drawstring tote Featuring silver-tone hardware, a diamond quilted finish, an internal logo patch, chain and fabric top handles and a strip...
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Black Vintage 90's Quilted Lambskin Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Black Vintage 90's Quilted Lambskin Tote Bag Leather And Chain Top Handle CC Turnlock Closure Interior Zip And Slip Pockets Lambskin Leather Leather Lining Gold Hardware Mad...
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel Yellow Quilted Patent Zip Tote Bag 1CK1108
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 6440285 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 5" Height: 9" Shoulder Handle Drop: 6" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Metallic Bronze Quilted Leather Classic Flap Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Metallic Bronze Quilted Leather Classic Flap Shopping Tote in excellent condition.
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Early 2000s Tote Bags
Chanel Beige Quilted Leather GST Grand Shopping Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
A true icon of early 2000s luxury, this stunning CHANEL Grand Shopping Tote (GST) from the 2005/2006 collection embodies timeless sophistication with everyday practicality.
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Metallic Aged Calfskin Quilted Reissue Tall Tote Bronze
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Chanel Metallic Aged Calfskin Quilted Reissue Tall Tote Bronze
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite tote is beautifully crafted of diamond quilted distressed aged calfskin leather in metallic bronze.
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Grey Quilted Glazed Calfskin CC Delivery Tote Bag SHW
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: Dust bag size: Width:37cm Designer:Chanel Model: Grey Quilted Glazed Calfskin CC Delivery Tote Bag Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Grey Interior Materia...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Coco Cocoon Large Quilted Nylon & Leather Trim Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:49.5cm,height:36cm Designer: Chanel Model: Saddle Coco Cocoon Quilted Nylon Leather CC Logo Tote Bag Shopping Bag Exterior Material: Leat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel White Quilted Caviar Leather Shopping Fever Large Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Good, normal signs of use, inside is clean, body has imprints, hardware has scratches. Accessorie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
CHANEL Paris-Biarritz Tote Bag Black Quilted Coated Canvas Shopper
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Normal signs of use, corner wear, and scratches on the hardware.Stains inside. Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:36cm,height:30cm Designer: CHANEL Model: Paris-B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel 1997 Vintage Timeless Lambskin Quilted Camera Shoulder Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1997 Vintage Timeless Lambskin Quilted Camera Shoulder Tote Bag 1997 {VINTAGE 26 Years} Gold hardware Classic interwoven chain straps Quilted soft lambskin leather Zip top c...
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1990s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Barbie 1997 Graffiti Floral Resort Canvas Quilted Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1997 Graffiti Floral Resort Canvas Quilted Tote Bag 1997 {VINTAGE 27 Years} Gold hardware CC logo hardware details Two large front pockets Patent leather CC logo on front po...
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Shopper Chain Tote GHW 3CAS0419
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 0839978 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.25" Width: 2.75" Height: 8.5" Handle Drop: 12.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Organic Rope Woven Quilted Nature Beige Tweed Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This Chanel Nature Tote Quilted Tweed, crafted from beige quitled tweed, features diamond quilted top trims, dual woven-in leather chain straps, inverted pleats details, and matte go...
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Beige Quilted Grained Calfskin Leather Large Label Click Tote
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Beige Quilted Grained Calfskin Leather Large Label Click Tote Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1516 Brand: Chanel Model: Large Label Click Tote Type: Tote Serial Number: 237513...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Shopping Tote Vintage 90's Floral Flower Beach Quilted Cc Green Red Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Shopping Tote Vintage 90's Floral Flower Beach Quilted Cc Green Red White Canvas Shoulder Bag Made in Italy
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1990s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 1990s Vintage Pink Quilted Leather Tote Bag with CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage Chanel tote bag is crafted from pink quilted leather, featuring the brand's signature diamond-stitched pattern.
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Late 20th Century Italian Tote Bags
CHANEL Black Quilted Calfskin Front Zip CC Drawstring Chain Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: Id card size: Width:38cm,height:29cm Designer: Chanel Model: Front Zip CC Drawstring Chain Tote bag quilted calfskin leathe Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 2005 Caviar Square Quilt Large Executive Shopping Bag Cerf Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Caviar Square Quilt Large Executive Shopping Bag Cerf Tote Year: 2005-2006 Karl Lagerfeld Era Silver Gunmetal Hardware Black caviar leather & square quilted pattern Rolled ...
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags
Chanel Fringe Grey Wool Camera Case Chevron Logo Quilted Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Grey Chevron Logo Wool Tassel Fringe Tote 1991 {VINTAGE 33 YEARS} Grey Chevron diamond wool print CC stitched logo on exterior Gold hardware Classic interwoven lamb leather c...
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1990s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 2010 Raffia Tweed Tote Rope Woven Quilted Nature Beige Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Raffia Tweed Tote Rope Woven Quilted Nature Beige Bag Year: 2009-2010 Brushed gold hardware Raffia nature tweed Concealed magnetic fastening Two chain-link top handles Frayed...
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 2019 Shopping Coco Splash Transparent Clear Quilted Lambskin PVC Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Coco Splash Chanel Transparent Clear Shopping Runway Tote Quilted PVC Lambskin Year: 2019 Silver hardware Transparent blue, green, & clear PVC Tonal leather lining Leather top h...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Grand Shopping Tote (GST) Quilted Leather Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A beloved classic from the House of Chanel, the Grand Shopping Tote (GST) is celebrated for its perfect balance of elegance and everyday functionality.
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Early 2000s Tote Bags
CHANEL Chic and Soft Black Quilted Lambskin Silver Hardware Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Normal signs of use: corner wear, chain wear, scratches on hardware, clean interior and exterior. Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:33cm,height:20cm Designer:CHAN...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
CHANEL In The Mix Tote Black Quilted Leather CC Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Minor signs of everyday use.Worn four corners, wear on the handle and chain, hardware scratches, clean interior. Accessories: Id card size: Width:43cm,height:32cm Desig...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Coco Cocoon Medium Tote Bag Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Normal signs of wear from regular use, with scuffs on all four corners, small areas of damage on t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Paris-31 Rue Cambon Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Chanel Black Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Leather Paris-31 Rue Cambon Timeless Shopping Tote Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6062 Brand: Chanel Model: Paris-31 Rue Cambon Timeless Shop...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel Soft Lambskin Bubble Quilted CC Bag Top Handle Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Soft Lambskin Bubble Quilted CC Bag Top Handle Tote Bag Year 2006 {VINTAGE 17 Years} 13"W x 8"H x 7.5"D Made in Italy
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Vintage Black Chevron Quilted Calfskin Leather Small Chain Evening Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Calfskin Quilted Small Chain Evening Black Tote This unique evening bag is crafted of soft diamond and chevron quilted calfskin leather in black.
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Rare Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Charms Cut Out Handle Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: Id card,dust bag size: Width:33cm,height:36cm Designer: chanel Model: Quilted Aged Calfskin Charms Graphic Catch Tote Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Bla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Timeless Classic Flap Quilted Distressed Large Blck Calfskin Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Large size Chanel distressed calfskin black tote with interwoven braided straps and flap 2006 {VINTAGE 16 Years} Silver hardware Chanel name stamp Double strap Interior graffiti lin...
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags
Chanel 1997 Graffiti Floral Tropical Towel Beach Pool Resort Quilted Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1997 Graffiti Floral Tropical Towel Terry Beach Pool Resort Quilted Tote Bag 1997 {VINTAGE 27 Years} Gold hardware CC logo hardware details Two large front pockets Patent l...
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel 2008-2009 Black and White Quilted Lambskin Vertical Shopping Chain Tote
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Fari,Signs of normal use, with partial damage to the leather, wear on the hardware, and stains ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel 2010 Medium Shopping Travel Tote Bag Plush Diamond Quilted Caviar Leather
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Medium Shopping Travel Tote Bag Plush Diamond Quilted Caviar Leather Year: 2009-2010 Silver hardware Plush quilted caviar calfskin leather Raised CC Logo on each handle T...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Limited Edition Soho Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tweed Flight Travel Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Soho Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tweed Flight Travel Tote Bag This is a limited edition bag with "SOHO 2010" engraved on the special plaque to commemorate the ope...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Tote Bag Transparent Panel and Navy Blue Quilted Calfskin w/Gold HW
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Chanel vintage tote pairs navy blue quilted calfskin with a striking transparent panel construction, creating a deliberate contrast between structured leatherwork and exposed mo...
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1990s Tote Bags
CHANEL Around The Corner Shopping Tote Navy Quilted Calfskin Chain Handles 2-Way
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:30cm,height:20.5cm Designer: Chanel Model:Around The Corner Tote Navy Calf Quilted Metal Chain Tote 2WAY A93518 Exterior Material: Leathe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
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Chanel Quilted Tote For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel quilted tote you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Gray and more. Finding the perfect chanel quilted tote may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. 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 Quilted Tote?
The price for a chanel quilted tote starts at $285 and tops out at $12,920, and on average, selling for $1,986.
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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. 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.
Finding the Right Tote-bags for You
From classic medium-sized Louis Vuitton leather tote bags to authentic cube-like Loewe shoulder bags woven in raffia, the large selection of vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs offers something for special occasions as well as everyday needs.
Although part of a modern look, tote bags have been roomy and versatile accessories since at least 1944, with the launch of L.L.Bean’s “ice bag.” The Maine retailer, then largely known for rugged field coats and hunting shoes, had introduced a big, durable canvas bag that was initially intended to carry firewood or ice. In those days, to keep produce and other foods cool in refrigerators, consumers had to regularly replace the blocks of ice that were doing all the work in their bulky appliances. There was no better bag to help haul big blocks of ice from the trunk of your car to your front door and, subsequently, to your kitchen.
Years later, during the 1960s, L.L.Bean’s Boat and Tote was introduced as an overhauled structured canvas version of the ice bag. Tested to lug up to 500 pounds, the Boat and Tote became a best seller. Also during the 1960s, American designer Bonnie Cashin created the Cashin Carry for Coach. Cashin was Coach’s first lead designer, and she liked leather, large pockets and earth tones. Her modern interpretation of the tote bag introduced a touch of elegance to this increasingly ubiquitous accessory.
In the subsequent decades, more brands debuted their own iterations of the tote bag, from Tory Burch’s Perry leather tote bag to Goyard’s luxurious Saint Louis.
Pay tribute to this long and interesting history of a well-loved accessory by browsing the vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs.
Questions About Chanel
- Do Chanel bags go up in value?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- Does Chanel make bedding?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024Yes, Chanel has made bedding. Long after it established itself as a pioneering fashion label, the French luxury brand eventually expanded into home accessories and decor. Throw blankets, pillows and other goods for the home have been a part of its offerings over the years.
The legendary designer and entrepreneur Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel was very fond of well-appointed interiors. "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only," she said.
A private apartment for the designer that occupied a floor at 31 rue Cambon in Paris, the building that housed her first boutique, was home to decorative screens, bookshelves filled with books (Chanel was an avid reader), Louis XIV furniture, beige carpets and a sofa of her own design.
A home built by architect Robert Streitz called La Pausa, located in a sizable detached villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, was designed by Chanel and based on the convent-orphanage she lived in as a child. Chanel also created the interiors, reportedly with support from celebrated French designer Stéphane Boudin of Maison Jansen.
Find vintage Chanel blankets and other home accessories on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- How much is a Chanel purse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel 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.
- When was Chanel founded?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel 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.
- Where are Chanel bags made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel 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.
- Who is Chanel owned by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Coco Chanel was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris. The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon, she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. During the 1920s, she also unveiled the predecessor for the 2.55 Flap bag, which remains one of Chanel's most popular offerings. Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Are Chanel earrings real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
- Are Chanel pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
- Who is the founder of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
- What is Chanel Matelasse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
- What does Chanel 5 smell like?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
- What is Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
- Is Chanel a luxury brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
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