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Chanel Tweed Maxi

Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag
Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag

Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag

$3,241Sale Price|30% Off

H 7.88 in W 14.77 in D 3.94 in

Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Unleash your inner boldness with the Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag. This

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Tweed Jacket High Waist Maxi Skirt Suit S
CHANEL Tweed Jacket High Waist Maxi Skirt Suit S

CHANEL Tweed Jacket High Waist Maxi Skirt Suit S

$4,999

Size: No tag, approx. S fits US 6

CHANEL Tweed Jacket High Waist Maxi Skirt Suit S

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Switzerland, CH

woman's wardrobe Designed by Karl Lagerfeld Finest tweed exclusively produced by Maison Lesage for Chanel

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21st Century and Contemporary French Skirt Suits

Chanel black tweed sequins tube top evening dress
Chanel black tweed sequins tube top evening dress

Chanel black tweed sequins tube top evening dress

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel black tweed black sequins maxi tube top evening dress from 1983 to 1984 collection. A very

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1980s French Evening Dresses

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CHANEL multicolor wool blend 2022 22K TWEED MAXI Skirt 40 M
CHANEL multicolor wool blend 2022 22K TWEED MAXI Skirt 40 M

CHANEL multicolor wool blend 2022 22K TWEED MAXI Skirt 40 M

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Chanel tweed maxi skirt is crafted from a luxurious blend of multicolor wool

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21st Century and Contemporary Pencil Skirts

Chanel 2017 Paris-Cuba Olive Green Tweed Dress
Chanel 2017 Paris-Cuba Olive Green Tweed Dress

Chanel 2017 Paris-Cuba Olive Green Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

, this tweed dress is perfect to pair with your favorite Chanel tennis shoes or pumps! Marked a size 40.

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2010s French Maxi Dresses

Chanel Collectors Black Maxi Tweed Coat
Chanel Collectors Black Maxi Tweed Coat

Chanel Collectors Black Maxi Tweed Coat

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

Chanel back tweed maxi coat from 2002 Fall Collection. A rare find! - CC logo 'EURO / €' sign

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Early 2000s Coats

Chanel Collectors CC Buttons Maxi Tweed Coat
Chanel Collectors CC Buttons Maxi Tweed Coat

Chanel Collectors CC Buttons Maxi Tweed Coat

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

Rare Chanel brown maxi tweed coat with CC logo buttons from 2005 Fall Collection by Karl Lagerfeld

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2010s Coats

Chanel  Paris / London Collection Maxi Tweed Coat
Chanel  Paris / London Collection Maxi Tweed Coat

Chanel  Paris / London Collection Maxi Tweed Coat

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

Collectible Chanel maxi tweed coat with chevron pattern from Paris / LONDON Collection, 2008

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2010s Coats

Chanel Maxi Tweed Double Stitch Flap Bag
Chanel Maxi Tweed Double Stitch Flap Bag

Chanel Maxi Tweed Double Stitch Flap Bag

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H 8 in W 13.5 in D 3.5 in

Chanel Maxi Tweed Double Stitch Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Black quilted leather Chanel Maxi Tweed Double Stitch Flap bag with silver-tone hardware, dual

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Runway CC Buttons Maxi Tweed Coat
Chanel Runway CC Buttons Maxi Tweed Coat

Chanel Runway CC Buttons Maxi Tweed Coat

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

Stunning Chanel black & navy tweed coat, as seen on Catwalk! Size mark 34 FR. Condition is pristine

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2010s Coats

Chanel New Paris / London Runway Maxi Tweed Coat
Chanel New Paris / London Runway Maxi Tweed Coat

Chanel New Paris / London Runway Maxi Tweed Coat

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

Absolutely stunning black tweed mazi coat from Catwalk of Paris / LONDON Collection by Mr Karl

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2010s Coats

Chanel Vintage Maxi Tweed Skirt 2008 Runway Sz.38
Chanel Vintage Maxi Tweed Skirt 2008 Runway Sz.38

Chanel Vintage Maxi Tweed Skirt 2008 Runway Sz.38

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Chanel Vintage Maxi Tweed Skirt 2008 Fall Collection Runway Look No 13 Size: FR38 Color: Black

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Early 2000s A-Line Skirts

Chanel cream tweed maxi coat, A / W 2001
Chanel cream tweed maxi coat, A / W 2001

Chanel cream tweed maxi coat, A / W 2001

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in London, GB

- High slit at rear - 2 hidden side pockets - Silk Chanel printed lining - Open front with no

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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

CHANEL Natural Faux Fur & Black Tweed Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag
CHANEL Natural Faux Fur & Black Tweed Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag

CHANEL Natural Faux Fur & Black Tweed Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Natural Faux Fur & Black Tweed Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag Xupes Reference: CB587 Serial

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL black cotton 2020 20P LUREX TWEED MAXI Coat Jacket 38 S
CHANEL black cotton 2020 20P LUREX TWEED MAXI Coat Jacket 38 S

CHANEL black cotton 2020 20P LUREX TWEED MAXI Coat Jacket 38 S

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel lurex tweed coat in black and silver polyamide (32%), cotton (24%), viscose

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld brown tweed pleated jacket maxi skirt suit, fw 1998
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld brown tweed pleated jacket maxi skirt suit, fw 1998

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld brown tweed pleated jacket maxi skirt suit, fw 1998

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in London, GB

▪ Chanel brown and beige woven wool tweed skirt suit ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Unlined pleated

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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

runway CHANEL 2.55 Reissue XXL black tweed quilted maxi silver chain flap bag
runway CHANEL 2.55 Reissue XXL black tweed quilted maxi silver chain flap bag

runway CHANEL 2.55 Reissue XXL black tweed quilted maxi silver chain flap bag

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

runway CHANEL 2.55 Reissue XXL black tweed quilted maxi silver chain flap bag Brand: Chanel

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1990s Chanel Burgundy Logo Button Tweed Maxi Pencil Skirt
1990s Chanel Burgundy Logo Button Tweed Maxi Pencil Skirt

1990s Chanel Burgundy Logo Button Tweed Maxi Pencil Skirt

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Size: FR 36, US 2/4, see measurements

1990s Chanel Burgundy Logo Button Tweed Maxi Pencil Skirt

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Chanel vintage burgundy tweed long skirt, circa 1998. (Fits as midi skirt if taller, maxi if not

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1990s French Pencil Skirts

Vintage CHANEL Lightweight Beige Tweed Maxi Coat Size 38
Vintage CHANEL Lightweight Beige Tweed Maxi Coat Size 38

Vintage CHANEL Lightweight Beige Tweed Maxi Coat Size 38

By Chanel Boutique

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage CHANEL Lightweight Beige Tweed Maxi Coat Size 38 Product details: Size 38 Beige and blue

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Late 20th Century French Coats

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld lilac tweed jacket and maxi skirt suit, fw 1998
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld lilac tweed jacket and maxi skirt suit, fw 1998

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld lilac tweed jacket and maxi skirt suit, fw 1998

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in London, GB

▪ Chanel lilac tweed skirt suit ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Cardigan jacket with dark lilac

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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

S/S 1997 Chanel Sheer Knit Plunging Back Confetti Tweed Wiggle Long Dress
S/S 1997 Chanel Sheer Knit Plunging Back Confetti Tweed Wiggle Long Dress

S/S 1997 Chanel Sheer Knit Plunging Back Confetti Tweed Wiggle Long Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: S/S 1997 Chanel- this is an extremely rare piece! Please contact for more information

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1990s French Maxi Dresses

Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi
Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi

Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi, crafted from blue tweed, features woven-in leather

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Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi
Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi

Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi

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H 9.5 in W 13 in D 3.5 in

Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Chesterfield Flap Bag Tweed Maxi, crafted from blue tweed, features woven-in leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

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H 9 in W 14 in D 4.5 in

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Tweed Maxi Exterior Material: Tweed Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material: Fabric Interior Color: Blue

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21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

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H 10 in W 14 in D 4.5 in

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 14" Designer: Chanel Model: 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi Exterior Material

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

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H 10 in W 13.5 in D 4.5 in

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

", Height 10", Width 13.5", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 14" Designer: Chanel Model: 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed

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Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

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H 10 in W 14 in D 4.5 in

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

: Chanel Model: 19 Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi Exterior Material: Tweed Exterior Color: Blue Interior

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21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

Chanel Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi
Chanel Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

Chanel Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi Exterior Material: Textile

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi
Chanel Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

Chanel Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

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H 10 in W 13.5 in D 4.5 in

Chanel Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 18" Designer: Chanel Model: Coco Cuba Flap Bag Quilted Tweed Maxi Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Tweed Square Stitch Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Maxi
Chanel Tweed Square Stitch Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Maxi

Chanel Tweed Square Stitch Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Tweed Square Stitch Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Maxi is a gorgeous bag with a

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag
Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag

Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

An eye-catching, posh, and elegant bag coming from Chanel that you’ll love to flaunt at your

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Houndstooth Tweed and Ribbon Maxi
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Houndstooth Tweed and Ribbon Maxi

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Quilted Houndstooth Tweed and Ribbon Maxi

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Model: 19 Flap Bag Quilted Houndstooth Tweed and Ribbon Maxi Exterior Material: Tweed Exterior Color

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Fall 1998 Runway Lilac Tweed Ruffle Maxi Skirt
Chanel Fall 1998 Runway Lilac Tweed Ruffle Maxi Skirt

Chanel Fall 1998 Runway Lilac Tweed Ruffle Maxi Skirt

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Hertfordshire, GB

Vintage Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld Fall 1998 - seen on the runway & in campaign images Lilac tweed

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By Chanel

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Chanel Tweed Maxi For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary chanel tweed maxi for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find gray, purple and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a chanel tweed maxi 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. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Chanel, Hermès and Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Chanel Tweed Maxi?

Prices for a chanel tweed maxi can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $575 and can go as high as $12,920, while, on average they fetch $1,924.

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.