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Chanel 08A 2008 Black Grey Tweed Cashmere Tailcoat Jacket
Chanel 08A 2008 Black Grey Tweed Cashmere Tailcoat Jacket

Chanel 08A 2008 Black Grey Tweed Cashmere Tailcoat Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Oakland, CA

Chanel "SAMPLE" indicating production for runway, photo shoot, store display. The coat is tagged size 38

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Early 2000s French Coats

Chanel Wayfarer Sunglasses CC Painted Logo with Case
Chanel Wayfarer Sunglasses CC Painted Logo with Case

Chanel Wayfarer Sunglasses CC Painted Logo with Case

By Chanel

Located in West Hartford, CT

aesthetic. The label reads “Chanel” and “Sample,” indicating its exclusive nature as a runway piece

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1990s French Sunglasses

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Chanel "Sample" Satin Platform Pumps
Chanel "Sample" Satin Platform Pumps

Chanel "Sample" Satin Platform Pumps

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sample Item. Black satin Chanel platform pumps with round toes, interlocking CC embroidery accents

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

2011 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Runway Sample Black & White Beaded Sequin Dress
2011 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Runway Sample Black & White Beaded Sequin Dress

2011 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Runway Sample Black & White Beaded Sequin Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An ultra chic, well-documented Chanel black and white fully beaded sequin dress dating back to

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2010s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Chanel Suede Thigh High Boots with Gripoix Detail
Chanel Suede Thigh High Boots with Gripoix Detail

Chanel Suede Thigh High Boots with Gripoix Detail

By Chanel

Located in US

CHANEL Sample Item. Burgundy rust suede Chanel upper thigh-high boots with round toes, gunmetal

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

1960s Chanel Style Couture Fantasy Tweed Peach Dress
1960s Chanel Style Couture Fantasy Tweed Peach Dress

1960s Chanel Style Couture Fantasy Tweed Peach Dress

Located in London, GB

silver thread running throughout. A possible Chanel sample this dress is extremely wearable for day or

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1960s Day Dresses

1996 Spring Rare Chanel Runway Fashion Frames
1996 Spring Rare Chanel Runway Fashion Frames

1996 Spring Rare Chanel Runway Fashion Frames

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

rubber tips at the end of each arm. Signed "Chanel" on one arm and "Sample" on the other. Incredibly rare

Category

1990s French Sunglasses

Chanel  Three Piece Silk Outfit
Chanel  Three Piece Silk Outfit

Chanel Three Piece Silk Outfit

By Chanel

Located in Water Mill, NY

Chanel Sample Vintage Three Piece Silk Outfit...White and Navy Maxi Skirt, Strapless Top with Three

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20th Century French Loungewear

Chanel Coco Rider Flap Bag Production Sample
Chanel Coco Rider Flap Bag Production Sample

Chanel Coco Rider Flap Bag Production Sample

By Chanel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Chanel Black Leather Coco Rider Flap Bag in excellent condition. Black glazed caviar leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Rare 1996 Spring Runway Fashion Frames
Chanel Rare 1996 Spring Runway Fashion Frames

Chanel Rare 1996 Spring Runway Fashion Frames

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

rubber tips at the end of each arm. Signed "Chanel" on one arm and "Sample" on the other. Incredibly rare

Category

1990s French Sunglasses

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld baby blue velour logo t-shirt dress, ss 1996
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld baby blue velour logo t-shirt dress, ss 1996

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld baby blue velour logo t-shirt dress, ss 1996

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in London, GB

▪ Chanel baby blue velour t-shirt dress ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Engraved Chanel logos ▪

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1990s French Day Dresses

Chanel Sample Cotton Blend Tweed Mini Dress Fr 38 Uk 10
Chanel Sample Cotton Blend Tweed Mini Dress Fr 38 Uk 10

Chanel Sample Cotton Blend Tweed Mini Dress Fr 38 Uk 10

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel sample cotton blend tweed mini dress. Pink and white. Short sleeve, v-neck. Zip fastening at

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dresses

CHANEL 09A Moscow Paris Gold Fur Leather Fingerless Gloves 7.5
CHANEL 09A Moscow Paris Gold Fur Leather Fingerless Gloves 7.5

CHANEL 09A Moscow Paris Gold Fur Leather Fingerless Gloves 7.5

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in London, GB

Number A52446 Bought at a Chanel sample sale ( Yes they really do exist!) Paris Moscow Metier d'Arts 09A

Category

Early 2000s French Gloves

Chanel Black Tweed Suit with Multicolored Accents
Chanel Black Tweed Suit with Multicolored Accents

Chanel Black Tweed Suit with Multicolored Accents

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

looks like it could have a place on their runway today. Please note, this item was a Chanel sample.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Skirt Suits

Chanel Green Leather 2017 Bag. Runaway sample
Chanel Green Leather 2017 Bag. Runaway sample

Chanel Green Leather 2017 Bag. Runaway sample

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Really nice bag from Chanel. this belo,gs to the 2017 collection but it was a sample production

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Limited Edition Runway Sample Gun Heels Rare
Chanel Limited Edition Runway Sample Gun Heels Rare

Chanel Limited Edition Runway Sample Gun Heels Rare

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

Own a piece of fashion history in these stunning one a kind Chanel gun heels! Perfect for the

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

Chanel Patent Leather Clutch with Chain Strap
Chanel Patent Leather Clutch with Chain Strap

Chanel Patent Leather Clutch with Chain Strap

By Chanel

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

This unique Chanel grey clutch is a sample produced for the runway. The clutch features a turn

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Chanel 1989/1990 Vintage Black Silk Dress & Shawl
Chanel 1989/1990 Vintage Black Silk Dress & Shawl

Chanel 1989/1990 Vintage Black Silk Dress & Shawl

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, ON

greyish black. Excellent condition. Tagged Chanel size 38-8 and 'sample' is written on tag. Will fit 34

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Late 20th Century French Day Dresses

Chanel Nude 2016 Leather Clutch. sample from Runway
Chanel Nude 2016 Leather Clutch. sample from Runway

Chanel Nude 2016 Leather Clutch. sample from Runway

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Nice Chanel nude cluthc in leather with a inner pocket. Almost new. Size 8,5 x 5 inches Marked

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2010s French Clutches

Chanel 2017 Ritz Bag in caviar leather. Sample from Runaway
Chanel 2017 Ritz Bag in caviar leather. Sample from Runaway

Chanel 2017 Ritz Bag in caviar leather. Sample from Runaway

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Really nice bag from Chanel in caviar Blakc leather and grained leather. With removable shoulder

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Runway Sample Wallet on Chain (WOC) in Ppink Leather
Chanel Runway Sample Wallet on Chain (WOC) in Ppink Leather

Chanel Runway Sample Wallet on Chain (WOC) in Ppink Leather

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Unique Chanel WOC in pink Leather with lions on the printing. Pink chain with silver Hardware

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2010s Wallets and Small Accessories

2010 Chanel Runway Iceberg Collection Ivory White Silk Applique Fringe Dress
2010 Chanel Runway Iceberg Collection Ivory White Silk Applique Fringe Dress

2010 Chanel Runway Iceberg Collection Ivory White Silk Applique Fringe Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Breathtaking Chanel fall season sample runway dress which retailed for over $8,000 in 2010! This

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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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Located in Port Hope, ON

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Located in Conroe, TX

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By Chanel

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By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace

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Chanel Sample For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary chanel sample you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Yellow and more. If you’re looking for a chanel sample from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding a chanel sample for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Chanel Sample?

Prices for a chanel sample can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $650 and can go as high as $3,600, while, on average they fetch $1,936.

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.

Questions About Chanel
  • 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 ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, 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 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
    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 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
    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 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 ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Coco 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Gabrielle "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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel 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, 2021
    Although 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel 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, 2021
    Depending 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, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 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.