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Chanel Tweed Mini Dress

CHANEL black & multi 2021 21K LUREX TWEED Dress 38 S
CHANEL black & multi 2021 21K LUREX TWEED Dress 38 S

CHANEL black & multi 2021 21K LUREX TWEED Dress 38 S

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel tweed mini dress in black with multicolor lurex polyamide (49%), polyester

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Chanel S/S 2007 Pink Tweed Dress
Chanel S/S 2007 Pink Tweed Dress

Chanel S/S 2007 Pink Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

We are excited to present this Chanel 2007 sleeveless pink tweed dress. Features pockets, zip back

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Early 2000s French Mini Dresses

Blue & Light Pink Chanel Grid Patterned Tweed Dress Size FR 40
Blue & Light Pink Chanel Grid Patterned Tweed Dress Size FR 40

Blue & Light Pink Chanel Grid Patterned Tweed Dress Size FR 40

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Blue and light pink grid patterned tweed dress by Chanel. Crew neck featuring faux-pearl keyhole

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dresses

2015 Chanel Fantasy Blue & Pink Tweed Button-Up Mini Dress
2015 Chanel Fantasy Blue & Pink Tweed Button-Up Mini Dress

2015 Chanel Fantasy Blue & Pink Tweed Button-Up Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 2015 Chanel Fantasy Blue & Pink Tweed Button-Up Mini Dress embodies classic elegance with a

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Chanel Black Wool Tweed Short Sleeves Mini Dress Size 38
Chanel Black Wool Tweed Short Sleeves Mini Dress Size 38

Chanel Black Wool Tweed Short Sleeves Mini Dress Size 38

By Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

black zip closure with CC logo, double silk lining with flowers and Chanel logo print.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Day Dresses

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Chanel 02A Tulle Confetti Tweed Long Sleeve Off Shoulders Mini Wool Dress sz 38
Chanel 02A Tulle Confetti Tweed Long Sleeve Off Shoulders Mini Wool Dress sz 38

Chanel 02A Tulle Confetti Tweed Long Sleeve Off Shoulders Mini Wool Dress sz 38

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is a Chanel 02A 2002 tulle confetti tweed semi off shoulders long sleeve mini dress Wool

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses

Chanel Tweed Dress
Chanel Tweed Dress

Chanel Tweed Dress

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Size: 40

Chanel Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

In a youthful silhouette, this lightweight Chanel mini dress is spun from an ivory tweed patterned

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dresses

Chanel Tweed Dress
Chanel Tweed Dress

Chanel Tweed Dress

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Size: 40

Chanel Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

In a youthful silhouette, this lightweight Chanel mini dress is spun from an ivory tweed patterned

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dresses

Chanel Graffiti Collection Tweed Dress
Chanel Graffiti Collection Tweed Dress

Chanel Graffiti Collection Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

Famous Chanel navy blue tweed dress from Runway of 2014 Spring Collection by Karl Lagerfeld

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2010s Mini Dresses

Chanel Multicoloured Strapless Tweed Dress
Chanel Multicoloured Strapless Tweed Dress

Chanel Multicoloured Strapless Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Multicoloured stretch silk blend tweed dress from Chanel Vintage featuring a straight fit and a

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dresses

Chanel 2016 Multi-Colored Neon Tweed Dress
Chanel 2016 Multi-Colored Neon Tweed Dress

Chanel 2016 Multi-Colored Neon Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Add some color to your Chanel collection with this amazing dress! Circa recent 2016 from their

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2010s French Mini Dresses

CHANEL White Tweed Fringe Sleeveless Dress Size 36
CHANEL White Tweed Fringe Sleeveless Dress Size 36

CHANEL White Tweed Fringe Sleeveless Dress Size 36

By Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

CHANEL White Tweed Fringe Sleeveless Dress Size 36 Product details: Size 36 White tweed with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dresses

Chanel Resort 2019 Cream Tweed Dress
Chanel Resort 2019 Cream Tweed Dress

Chanel Resort 2019 Cream Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Calling all Chanel lovers! Circa 2019 from their Resort collection, this midi dress is crafted from

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2010s French Mini Dress

Chanel Black Tweed Jumpsuit
Chanel Black Tweed Jumpsuit

Chanel Black Tweed Jumpsuit

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

In iconic black Chanel tweed, this jumpsuit features a shirt-collar silhouette with an attached

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dresses

Chanel Runway Pink tweed mini dress
Chanel Runway Pink tweed mini dress

Chanel Runway Pink tweed mini dress

By Chanel

Located in London, England

CHANEL S/S 2014 RUNWAY EMBELLISHED TWEED MINI DRESS SIZE FR 36 US 4 RETAIL $6,350. Runway statement

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Chanel 19C Blue Tweed La Pausa Crystal Mini Dress Size S
Chanel 19C Blue Tweed La Pausa Crystal Mini Dress Size S

Chanel 19C Blue Tweed La Pausa Crystal Mini Dress Size S

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Chanel

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

Chanel 19C Blue Tweed La Pausa Crystal Mini Dress Size S
Chanel 19C Blue Tweed La Pausa Crystal Mini Dress Size S

Chanel 19C Blue Tweed La Pausa Crystal Mini Dress Size S

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Chanel

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

$9950 Chanel Spring/Summer 2021 White Black Tweed 21P Mini Dress
$9950 Chanel Spring/Summer 2021 White Black Tweed 21P Mini Dress

$9950 Chanel Spring/Summer 2021 White Black Tweed 21P Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Elevate your wardrobe with this classic white tweed dress from Chanel Spring/Summer 2021 collection

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2010s French Casual Dresses

CHANEL 23S pink white cotton blend striped tweed CC mini dress FR34 XS
CHANEL 23S pink white cotton blend striped tweed CC mini dress FR34 XS

CHANEL 23S pink white cotton blend striped tweed CC mini dress FR34 XS

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL 23S pink white cotton blend striped tweed CC mini dress FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A01287 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld pastel tweed mini dress jacket, ss 1996
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld pastel tweed mini dress jacket, ss 1996

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld pastel tweed mini dress jacket, ss 1996

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in London, GB

▪ Chanel pastel tweed mini dress jacket ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Silver buttons with coin

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1990s French Jackets

Chanel Multicolor Knit Tweed Short Jumpsuit
Chanel Multicolor Knit Tweed Short Jumpsuit

Chanel Multicolor Knit Tweed Short Jumpsuit

By Chanel

Located in Geneva, CH

This pretty pre-owned short jumpsuit from Chanel features a multicolored short tweed, a denim

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mini Dresses

Chanel 13P Dress Green Tweed Mini 36 / 4 nwt
Chanel 13P Dress Green Tweed Mini 36 / 4 nwt

Chanel 13P Dress Green Tweed Mini 36 / 4 nwt

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Chanel 13P A-line mini dress in green tweed. Dress has faux pockets and short

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2010s French Day Dresses

Chanel Wool Tweed Mini Dress
Chanel Wool Tweed Mini Dress

Chanel Wool Tweed Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel red/blue/yellow/black wool tweed mini dress. Tweed shift dress with thick edging. Featuring

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dresses

Chanel Tweed Fringe Mini Dress
Chanel Tweed Fringe Mini Dress

Chanel Tweed Fringe Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Pink, navy and orange Chanel tweed sleeveless mini dress featuring fringe trim and hem throughout

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dresses

Chanel Multicolor Tweed Sleeveless Mini Dress S
Chanel Multicolor Tweed Sleeveless Mini Dress S

Chanel Multicolor Tweed Sleeveless Mini Dress S

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This designer dress is a chic and stylish garment that exudes elegance and sophistication. With its

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2010s French Mini Dresses

Chanel Multicolor Tweed Sleeveless Mini Dress S
Chanel Multicolor Tweed Sleeveless Mini Dress S

Chanel Multicolor Tweed Sleeveless Mini Dress S

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This designer dress is a chic and stylish garment that exudes elegance and sophistication. With its

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2010s French Mini Dresses

Chanel Purple Fantasy Tweed Mini Tunic Dress M
Chanel Purple Fantasy Tweed Mini Tunic Dress M

Chanel Purple Fantasy Tweed Mini Tunic Dress M

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Exhibit a stylish look by wearing this beautiful designer dress. Tailored using fine fabric this

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2010s Mini Dresses

Chanel Black Tweed Chain Detail Mini Dress S
Chanel Black Tweed Chain Detail Mini Dress S

Chanel Black Tweed Chain Detail Mini Dress S

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Experience the joy of expert tailoring with this designer dress for women. Meticulously made it

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2010s Mini Dresses

Chanel 2011 Metallic Tweed Mini Sleeveless Dress FR 34
Chanel 2011 Metallic Tweed Mini Sleeveless Dress FR 34

Chanel 2011 Metallic Tweed Mini Sleeveless Dress FR 34

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong

A flattering fit metallic tweed mini dress is from Chanel 2011 Collection. It's beautifully

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini 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 White Lurex Tweed Contrast Trim Detail Sleeveless Mini Dress S
Chanel White Lurex Tweed Contrast Trim Detail Sleeveless Mini Dress S

Chanel White Lurex Tweed Contrast Trim Detail Sleeveless Mini Dress S

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

, this mini dress is no different. Crafted from quality materials, this tweed creation comes in a lovely

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2010s Italian Mini Dresses

Chanel Multicolor Fantasy Tweed Sleeveless Short Dress L
Chanel Multicolor Fantasy Tweed Sleeveless Short Dress L

Chanel Multicolor Fantasy Tweed Sleeveless Short Dress L

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The fine artistry and the feminine silhouette of this designer dress exhibit the labels impeccable

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2010s Mini Dresses

Chanel Multicolor Tweed Mini Dress L
Chanel Multicolor Tweed Mini Dress L

Chanel Multicolor Tweed Mini Dress L

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a luxe fashion statement by wearing this designer dress. It is tailored using fine fabric into

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2010s French Formal Wear

Chanel Black Striped Tweed Wool Mini Dress S
Chanel Black Striped Tweed Wool Mini Dress S

Chanel Black Striped Tweed Wool Mini Dress S

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a dazzling style statement with this chic dress from Chanel. Designed to beautify, this black

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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

Chanel Black Lurex Tweed Jewel Buttons Detail Belted Mini Dress M
Chanel Black Lurex Tweed Jewel Buttons Detail Belted Mini Dress M

Chanel Black Lurex Tweed Jewel Buttons Detail Belted Mini Dress M

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Chanel tweed dress is a chic and stylish garment that exudes elegance and sophistication. With

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Chanel Pink Boucle Tweed Bow Detail Mini Dress - Size US 0-2
Chanel Pink Boucle Tweed Bow Detail Mini Dress - Size US 0-2

Chanel Pink Boucle Tweed Bow Detail Mini Dress - Size US 0-2

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel Pink Boucle Sleeveless Bow Dress - Fabric woven with pink sparkle, pink, green, white and

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2010s Day Dresses

Chanel Pink Boucle Tweed Bow Detail Mini Dress - Size US 0-2
Chanel Pink Boucle Tweed Bow Detail Mini Dress - Size US 0-2

Chanel Pink Boucle Tweed Bow Detail Mini Dress - Size US 0-2

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel Pink Boucle Sleeveless Bow Dress - Fabric woven with pink sparkle, pink, green, white and

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2010s Day Dresses

'01 Chanel Gold/Mustard and Multi Tweed/Rhinestone Mini Dress
'01 Chanel Gold/Mustard and Multi Tweed/Rhinestone Mini Dress

'01 Chanel Gold/Mustard and Multi Tweed/Rhinestone Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in SOUTH YARRA, VIC

2001 Chanel Gold/Mustard and Multi Tweed/Rhinestone Mini Dress Mustard and Multi tweed sleeveless

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Chanel Tweed Mini Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary chanel tweed mini dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find beige, purple and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect chanel tweed mini dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, J DAUPHIN and Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 Mini Dress?

On average, a chanel tweed mini dress on 1stDibs sells for $2,325, while they’re typically $992 on the low end and $7,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Finding the Right Day-dresses for You

Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.

Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.

During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.

Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?

Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.