Chanel Taupe Tweed Portobello Flap Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel shoulder bag from the Fall 2013 collection by Karl Lagerfeld features quilted calfskin, interlocking CC logo, gunmetal hardware and a wool interior trim. Dust Cover and I...
Chanel 1994-1996 Jumbo Black Lambskin Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Chanel CC mademoiselle Jumbo black front flap top handle bag.
Chanel Captain Gold Small Flap Bag Black Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Captain Gold Small Flap Bag Black Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: EXCELLENT This authentic Chanel ba...
Chanel 19 Large Single Flap Bag in Green and White Tweed
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
A large double C clasp in braided metal on the front flap and a chunky gold-tone metal top handle. Year: 2022 Material: Tweed Lining: leather and fabric Color: Tones of green Hardw...
Chanel 2019 Pink Quilted Lambskin A Real Catch Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Pink Quilted Lambskin A Real Catch Classic Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5130 Brand: Chanel Model: A Real Catch Classic Single Flap Bag Type: Top Handle, Shoulder, Cr...
Chanel Classic Flap Mini Square Chevron Stitching Blue Lambskin Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Mini Square Chevron Stitching Blue Lambskin Gold Hardware Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD T...
Chanel Vintage Silk Ribbon Classic Flap Black Multi Unisex Handbag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Elevate your style with the timeless elegance of the Silk Ribbon Classic Flap from Chanel. Crafted with luxurious silk ribbon in black and multi, this iconic piece exudes sophisticat...
Chanel Small Trendy CC Black Lambskin Flap Bag Gold HW - Boutique Full Set
By Chanel
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
This Chanel Trendy CC Top Handle Flap Bag in the highly coveted Small size and buttery-soft black lambskin is an absolute dream and a total crown jewel for any serious handbag collec...
Chanel Classic Flap Medium Grey Leather CC Turn Lock Gold Tone Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Aventura, FL
Elevate your wardrobe with the timeless elegance of this Chanel Classic Flap Handbag — a true icon in luxury fashion. Crafted from sumptuous black quilted lambskin leather and accent...
Chanel Rare Vintage 1997 Floral Turquoise Quilted Logo CC Classic Kelly Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 1997 Floral Turquoise Quilted Logo CC Classic Flap Bag Year 1997 Patent leather CC Logo Silver Cuban Link Chain Nameplate Handle Dual Interior Pockets Magnetic ...
$3,920Sale Price|30% Off
Chanel Classic Flap Vintage Camel Caviar Leather 24k Gold Plated Big CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Experience timeless elegance with the Chanel Vintage Classic Flap Square Shoulder Bag. Crafted with luxurious caviar leather and 24k gold plated hardware, this stunning bag exudes...
CHANEL timeless classic medium double flap bag in purpel Jersey, 2000s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage classic CHANEL DOUBLE FLAP BAG (Made in France) quilted purpel Jersey. The flap bag is lined with leather, the rest with Jersey. Very good condition! Last pictures: Ventes...
Classic Single Flap Maxi Quilted Caviar
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Maxi Chanel Single Flap Bag from Caviar quilted leather features silver hardware, a CC turn-lock, and a leather entwined strap. The bag opens up to a burgundy interior. Original...
Chanel Vintage Pink Crocodile Kelly Handbag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Vintage Alligator Top Handle Flap Bag Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition Material: Alligator Color: Salmon Pink Hardware: Gold-Tone Series: 5-Series (1997–1999) Dimen...
Chanel Red Chevron Calfskin Top Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Red Chevron Calfskin Top Handle Flap Bag SKU: 149552 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes out of style, the flap bag ...
Chanel Gold Metallic Top Handle Quilted Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Limited Edition 1994 Runway Gold Metallic Quilted Lambskin Flap 1994 {VINTAGE 30 Years} 2 Interior pockets 6" H x 10" W x 3" D Handle Drop: 20" Made in France
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Top Handle Envelope Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Top Handle Envelope Flap Bag SKU: 153850 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes out of style, th...
Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Chain Top Handle Small Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Chain Top Handle Small Flap Bag SKU: 155867 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashion landscape quite l...
Chanel Green Quilted Lambskin Mini Top Handle Rectangular Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Green Quilted Lambskin Mini Top Handle Rectangular Flap Bag SKU: 155686 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashion landscape q...
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin CC Half Moon Top Handle Flap
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin CC Half Moon Top Handle Flap SKU: 153480 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes out of style, th...
Chanel 2002 Coco Flap Top Handle Box Bag Velvet Grey
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 2002 Coco Flap Top Handle Box Bag Velvet Grey These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Chanel 2002 Coco Flap Top Handle Box Bag Velvet Grey
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 2002 Coco Flap Top Handle Box Bag Velvet Grey These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Vintage Top Handle Kelly Coco Handle Black Flap Bag Fabric Silver Hardwar
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
DETAILS: 1996-1997 Series 4 CHANEL Kelly style top handle and flap bag, coco handle vintage Fabric Color: Black Hardware: Silver Size: Medium Dimensions: W25.5 x H17.5 (without hand...
Chanel Purple Quilted Caviar Incognito Mini Coco Top Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Purple Quilted Caviar Incognito Mini Coco Top Handle Flap Bag SKU: 154163 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Intrinsically Chanel, the medium Coco top...
Chanel 19 Slate Blue Infinity Top Handle Crossbody Flap Bag 68173
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68173 We love this Chanel 19 Slate Blue Infinity Top Handle Crossbody Flap Bag for two-way convertible practicality and the elegant slate blue color.
Chanel Vintage Rare Black Caviar Top Handle Classic Kelly Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Rare Black Caviar Top Handle Classic Kelly Flap Bag Structured Leather Top Handle CC Turnlock Closure Interior Zip And Slip Pockets Caviar Leather Leather Lining Gold...
Chanel Classic Flap Travel Airline Airport 2016 Runway Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Grained Calfskin Tweed Crest Airline Runway Top Handle Flap Bag 2016 Act II Collection Ruthenium hardware CC turn-lock closure at front flap Black, creme and multicolor tweed...
Chanel Vintage Medium Flap Top Handle Bag Burgundy Suede Leather 1997-1999
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Vintage Medium Flap Top Handle Bag Burgundy Suede Leather 1997-1999 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Chanel Light Pink Iridescent Quilted Caviar Mini Coco Top Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Light Pink Iridescent Quilted Caviar Mini Coco Top Handle Flap Bag SKU: 155163 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Intrinsically Chanel, the medium Coc...
Chanel Pink & Green Quilted Lambskin Rectangular Mini Flap Bag with Top Handle
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Pink & Green Quilted Lambskin Rectangular Mini Flap Bag with Top Handle Product Details Xupes Ref: CB908 Brand: Chanel Model: Rectangular Mini Flap Bag with Top Handle Ty...
RARE CHANEL Black Lambskin Quilted Top Handle Double Turnlock Single Flap GHW
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Year: 1989-1991 Measurements: 6.25 x 9.0 x 2.0 inches (Height x Width x Depth) Drop: 15.5 This ultra rare exquisite Chanel handbag is double the style with its two-turn lock design!...
Chanel Vintage 2001 Caviar Quilted Satchel Classic Top Handle Kelly Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 2001 Caviar Diamond Quilted Satchel Classic Top Handle Flap Bag circa 2001 black caviar leather diamond quilting single rounded top handle fold-over top signature in...
Chanel 1994 Top Handle Rare Limited Edition Quilted Flap Gold Metallic Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Limited Edition 1994 Runway Gold Metallic Quilted Lambskin Flap 1994 {VINTAGE 28 Years} Leather Shoulder Strap 'CC' Turnlock Closure One Zip Pocket, One Slip Pocket Leat...
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Chanel Vintage Top Handle Kelly Wild Stitch Burgundy Calfskin Leather Gold HW
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Light rubbing around the corners DETAILS: 2004-2005 Series 9 CHANEL Kelly style top handle and flap bag Calfskin leather Color: Burgundy Hardware color: Gold Size: large Dimensions...
Chanel Vintage Kelly Flap Shoulder Bag Brown Wild Stitch Calfskin leather
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Unleash your inner icon with this exquisite Vintage Chanel Top Handle Kelly Flap Bag, the predecessor of coco handle.
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.
Usually characterized by simplicity and sporting a classic and beloved silhouette, vintage and designer top-handle bags can easily find a place among your wardrobe staples. From the Haut à courroies — Hermès’s original top-handle bag, created in 1892 — to the smaller and timeless Sac à dépêches that inspired both iconic accessories the Kelly bag in the 1950s and the Birkin in the 1980s, the discerning shopper has had no shortage of options to choose from.
Small and mini designer top-handle bags, including vintage top-handle box bags and micro clutches, offer an alternate dynamic and usually feature sleek lines and modest features to perfectly complement your evening look. Styling with jeans and a comfortable sweater works, too — a classic top-handle bag or other type of handbag designed by the likes of Prada, Celine or other widely loved fashion label is an ideal accessory to pair with casual attire. For a personal touch or pop of color, add a key chain, a patterned scarf or a handbag chain.
On 1stDibs, you can find vintage top-handle bags from Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and more. The numerous styles of this cherished accessory that we have available also include the Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Alma GM handbag, Fendi Baguette purses and modern leather Longchamp handbags.
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.