Chanel 22 Mini Shiny Calfskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely Chanel 22 Mini Bag. The exterior is crafted in quilted black shiny calfskin leather with gold-tone hardware.
Chanel 22 Mini Shiny Calfskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely Chanel 22 Mini Bag. The exterior is crafted in quilted black shiny calfskin leather with gold-tone hardware.
Chanel Black Shiny Aged Calfskin North South Shopping Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Shiny Aged Calfskin North South Shopping Bag SKU: 148988 MSRP: 4200.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Item is in go...
Chanel Orange Shiny Crumpled Quilted Calfskin Mini 31 Shopping Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Orange Shiny Crumpled Quilted Calfskin Mini 31 Shopping Bag SKU: 153995 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excell...
Chanel Pink Shiny Crumpled Quilted Calfskin Bi Classic Waist Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Pink Shiny Crumpled Quilted Calfskin Bi Classic Waist Bag SKU: 152586 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in very goo...
2024 Chanel Mini 22 Black & White Striped Shiny Calfskin Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 2024 Chanel Mini 22 Black & White Striped Shiny Calfskin Hobo Bag—a stunning embodiment of modern elegance and timeless sophistication.
Chanel Shiny Aged Calfskin Coral Pink Mini Kelly Shopping Bag 2023
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This dual top handle bag is quilted in shiny aged calfskin leather in pink, accented by aged gold hardware, including a Chanel CC turn-lock at the flap.
Chanel 2.55 Black Shiny Calfskin leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 2.55 Black Shiny Calfskin leather Tote Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Chanel Shiny Calfskin 22 Medium Hobo Bag Dark Beige
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with this Chanel 22 Hobo bag in a sophisticated dark beige shiny calfskin leather.
Chanel 22 Small Coral Shiny Quilted Calfskin Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 2022 Chanel 22 Coral Shiny Quilted Calfskin Tote Bag is a stunning piece that exemplifies luxury and sophistication.
Chanel Nano Kelly Shiny Aged Calfskin Quilted Coral Pink Bag
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301493 Comes With Chanel Dust bag Date 2023 Model Chanel Nano Kelly Serial Number NL****** Metal Gold-Plated Materials Calfskin Condition Excellent Other Info Dimensions: Appro...
Chanel Black Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Leather Medium Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Leather Medium Hobo Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1469 Brand: Chanel Model: Medium Hobo Bag Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Serial Number: AT...
Chanel Paris Bombay Pondicherry Flap Bag Quilted Large Gold Shiny Calfskin
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Paris Bombay Pondicherry Flap Bag Quilted Large Gold Shiny Calfskin Leather These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
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H 5.12 in W 8.27 in D 1.97 in
Chanel GREY QUILTED SHINY CALFSKIN LEATHER MINI EASY CARRY FLAP BAG
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel GREY QUILTED SHINY CALFSKIN LEATHER MINI EASY CARRY FLAP BAG CONDITION NOTES The exterior is in excellent condition with minimal signs of use.
Chanel Belt Bag Navy Shiny Calfskin Skin Leather Gold-tone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: EXCELLENT Light rubbing along the zipper, and corners. DETAILS Chanel Shiny Calfskin leather Navy Gold-tone hardware Width 31cm x Height 14cm x Depth 7cm Max Stra...
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H 11.42 in W 12.6 in D 3.15 in
Chanel Light Green Quilted Shiny Calfskin Leather Small 22 Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Light Green Quilted Shiny Calfskin Leather Small 22 Chain Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1483 Brand: Chanel Model: Small 22 Chain Bag Type: Tote, Shoulder Serial Number: ...
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H 5.52 in W 7.49 in D 2.37 in
Chanel Pink Chevron Quilted Shiny Calfskin Leather La Pausa Classic Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Pink Chevron Quilted Aged Shiny Calfskin Leather La Pausa Classic Evening Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Classic Evening Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 26****...
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H 7.09 in W 3.55 in L 11.03 in
Chanel Medium Chevron Black Calfskin Boy Bag with Shiny Silver Hardware, 2016
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Authentic Chanel New Medium Chevron Boy Black Calfskin with Shiny Silver Hardware 2016.
Chanel Chain Me Chain Around Medium Flap Bag Shiny Black Calfskin Leather, 2012
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Chain Me Chain Around Medium Flap Bag Shiny Black Calfskin Leather, 2012 These are professional photos of the actual bag.
Chanel 22 Hobo Bag Medium Shiny Calfskin Leather White with Gold-tone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 22 Hobo Bag Medium Shiny Calfskin Leather White with Gold-tone Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag.
Chanel 22 Hobo Bag Mini Shiny Calfskin Leather Black with Gold-tone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 22 Hobo Bag Mini Shiny Calfskin Leather Black with Gold-tone Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag.
Chanel 22 Hobo Bag Mini Shiny Calfskin Leather Dark Chocolate Brown with GHW
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: NEVER WORN DETAILS Chanel 22 Bag Microchip Shiny Calfskin leather Dark chocolate brown Gold-tone hardware Size: mini Width 17cm x Height 19cm x Depth 6cm ACCESSORY: ...
Chanel 22 Light Green Shiny Calfskin Shoulder Bag with Gold Hardware
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A contemporary icon from the House of Chanel, the Chanel 22 bag is celebrated for its relaxed silhouette and effortless approach to modern luxury.
Chanel Navy Grained Shiny Calfskin Preppy Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Navy Grained Shiny Calfskin Preppy Flap Bag SKU: Z153853 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes out of style, the flap ...
Chanel Black Shiny Calfskin Leather Quilted Large 19 Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Shiny Calfskin Leather Quilted Large 19 Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2020 Color: Black Hardware: Antiqued goldtone, ruthenium, and dark silver Materials: Shin...
Chanel 2025 SOLD OUT Black Shiny Calfskin Leather Small 25 Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 2025 SOLD OUT Black Shiny Calfskin Leather Small 25 Hobo Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2025C Hardware: Matte goldtone Materials: Shiny calfskin leather Lining: Texti...
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H 7.09 in W 3.55 in L 11.03 in
CHANEL New Medium Chevron Boy Bag Black Calfskin with Shiny Silver Hardware 2016
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Authentic CHANEL New Medium Chevron Boy Black Calfskin with Shiny Silver Hardware 2016.
Chanel White Shiny Caviar Calfskin Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chanel White Shiny Caviar Calfskin Flap Bag This beautiful white Chanel flap bag from 2008 will never go out of style.
Chanel CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 6.5", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small ...
Chanel CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 6", Width 6", Depth 5", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small Exterior Materia...
Chanel CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 6", Width 6", Depth 5", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small Exterior Materia...
Chanel CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 6", Width 6", Depth 5", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Shiny Aged Calfskin Small Exterior Materia...
Chanel CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Mini
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 6", Width 6", Depth 2", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Mini...
Chanel CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 8", Width 7.5", Depth 5.5", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Drawstring Bucket Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin ...
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin and Shearling
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 7.5", Width 11", Depth 4", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: 19 Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin and Shea...
Chanel Timeless CC Camera Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 7", Width 10", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless CC Camera Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfski...
Chanel Hold The Line Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Mini
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 5", Width 8", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: Hold The Line Flap Bag Quilted S...
Chanel Two Tone CC Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Mini
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 8", Depth 3", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: Two Tone CC Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Aged Calfskin Mini Exterior M...
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H 6.5 in W 10.5 in D 3.5 in
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin and Shearling Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 6.5", Width 10.5", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: 19 Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin and...
Chanel So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin J
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 14", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 3", Strap Drop 24" Designer: Chanel Model: So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Q...
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H 6 in W 10 in D 3 in
Chanel So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 6", Width 10", Depth 3", Strap Drop 16" Designer: Chanel Model: So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilte...
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H 6 in W 10 in D 3 in
Chanel So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 6", Width 10", Depth 3", Strap Drop 16" Designer: Chanel Model: So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilte...
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H 6 in W 9 in D 2.5 in
Chanel So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag, Box Measurements: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2.5" Designer: Chanel Model: So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin S...
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H 6 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Chanel So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Minor loss of shape on base, light wear, marks and discoloration on exterior and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Dro...
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H 8 in W 12 in D 3 in
Chanel So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Crumpled Calfskin Jumbo
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 14", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 3", Strap Drop 24" Designer: Chanel Model: So Black Classic Double Flap Bag Quilted Shiny Cr...
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H 4.5 in W 8 in D 3.5 in
Chanel My Sweet CC Full Flap Messenger Bag Quilted Shiny Calfskin with Suede
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 4.5", Width 8", Depth 3.5" Designer: Chanel Model: My Sweet CC Full Flap Messenger Bag Quilted Shiny Calfskin with Suede Mini Exterio...
Chanel Shiny Aged Calfskin Blue Mini Kelly Shopping Bag 2023
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This dual top handle bag is quilted in shiny aged calfskin leather in blue, accented by aged gold hardware, including a Chanel CC turn-lock at the flap.
1960s Coppola e Toppo for Saks Fifth Avenue Crystal Evening Bag
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A glamorous statement piece, perfect for vintage collectors or anyone channeling a retro Hollywood or Studio 54 evening look. It pairs gorgeously with a silk slip dress or a tailored...
CHANEL white navy beige cotton 07P FRINGED PLAID TWEED Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jacket in navy, white, and beige check tweed cotton (53%), rayon (21%), nylon (12%), silk (9%), and polyester (5%) offers a chic twist on a classic. Design...
$5,639
H 4.34 in W 7.49 in D 2.37 in
Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Vintage Rectangular Mini Full Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Vintage Rectangular Mini Full Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4485 Brand: Chanel Model: Rectangular Mini Full Flap Bag Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Se...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 4 in L 6.25 in
Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
By Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy, Harry Rosenfeld
Located in University City, MO
HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side ...
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
$442
H 5.5 in W 1.5 in L 9 in
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 3.8 in L 28.5 in
Chanel Vintage 1980s Large Quilted Lambskin Crossbody Bag with CC Lock
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a large quilted lambskin bag which can be worn crossbody or shoulder. Vintage from the 80s it has a rare diamond etched CC turn lock fastening; interwoven leather and gold to...
$12,920
H 6 in W 2.55 in L 10 in
Chanel Classic Flap Limited Edition 2005 Black & White Grey Tweed Rabbit Fur Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Black fur Chanel multi color tweed flap with CC logo clasp Fall/Winter 2005 Silver hardware Interior flap black lambskin lining Soft black graffiti interior lining Classic center z...
Chanel Mini 25 Hobo Bag Black Caviar Antique Gold Hardware 26S
By Chanel
Located in West Chester, PA
The Chanel Mini Quilted Caviar 25 Hobo From Spring 26S collection Brand new Chanel 25 Mini Hobo Bag crafted in luxurious black caviar leather with classic diamond quilting. This chi...
$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
$2990 New 2024 Oscar De La Renta Large Braided Leather and Canvas Tote Bag
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Conroe, TX
Oscar De La Renta Brand New With Tags & Dust Cover Spring 2024 $2990 Large Inspired by the season's abundance of florals, this knotted tote is crafted from black Saffiano leathe...
Chanel Black Shearling Muff Flap Bag GHW 68590
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68590 A gorgeous piece for the season is this striking Chanel Black Shearling Muff Flap Bag GHW. With quilted soft shearling nubuck exterior and shearling fur interior ...
$12,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Rabbit Muff CC Logo Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black satin lining Chain drop: 19" inches Made in Italy
Gucci Bamboo 1947 Mini Brown Leather and Canvas Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Gucci Bamboo 1947 Mini Brown Leather and Canvas Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag. This Gucci crossbody bag has the signature oval design with the bambo...
Chanel Minaudière Green Limited Edition Robot Silver-Tone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Meet Chanel’s new little robot, he doesn’t have a name but that’s up for you to decide. This futuristic character is adorned with glitter details, red rhinestones and Chanel’s double...
Chanel net bag 'Paris-Chenonceau' Pre-Fall 2021
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Golden metal and black lamb leather net bag with a sequined purse. 2021 'Paris-Chenonceau' Collection under the artistic direction of Virginie Viard. Condit...
$16,920
H 15.5 in W 3 in L 15 in
Chanel Handbag Clutch Rare Exotic Large 2 In 1 Tote & Metallic Bronze Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Exotic Python Metallic Bronze Large 2 in 1 Tote & Clutch 2006 {VINTAGE 16 Years} Silver hardware Metallic bronze python Diamond stitch brown crochet Thick chain han...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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.