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Chanel Vanity Case bag
Chanel Vanity Case bag

Chanel Vanity Case bag

Unavailable|$3,798

Chanel Vanity Case bag

By Chanel

Located in Milan, IT

Chanel Vanity Case bag in smooth camel-colored lambskin, in excellent condition, 2017 collection

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel vanity case in canvas, print « Cambon »
Chanel vanity case in canvas, print « Cambon »

Chanel vanity case in canvas, print « Cambon »

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Chanel vanity case in canvas, print « Cambon ». Very good condition ( outside and inside ) Sold

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin 227564 Black Leather Tote
Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin 227564 Black Leather Tote

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin 227564 Black Leather Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Serial Number: serial sticker not present due to age Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 6"...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin 226198 Black Leather Tote
Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin 226198 Black Leather Tote

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin 226198 Black Leather Tote

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 3932814 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 5.75" Width: 4.75" Height: 6.5" Handle drop: 1" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8.25/10 or AB ) Includes S...

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20th Century Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Vanity Case Lambskin Quilted Tote 869949 Black Leather Clutch
Chanel Vanity Case Lambskin Quilted Tote 869949 Black Leather Clutch

Chanel Vanity Case Lambskin Quilted Tote 869949 Black Leather Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 15 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 17 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Unknown Clutches

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin Box 868036 Black Leather Satchel
Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin Box 868036 Black Leather Satchel

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin Box 868036 Black Leather Satchel

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 7.48 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 19 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 10 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.31 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13.5 cm(approx...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin Tote 869256 Black Leather Satchel
Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin Tote 869256 Black Leather Satchel

Chanel Vanity Case Quilted Lambskin Tote 869256 Black Leather Satchel

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 7.48 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 19 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 4.33 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 11 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Vanity Case Cc Logo 232864 Black Patent Leather Clutch
Chanel Vanity Case Cc Logo 232864 Black Patent Leather Clutch

Chanel Vanity Case Cc Logo 232864 Black Patent Leather Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Measurements: Length: 8.7" Width: 5.5" Height: 5" Handle drop: 1" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker Signs of Wear: Exterior: smudges, scuffs, ...

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20th Century Unknown Clutches

Chanel Beige Caviar Vanity Case
Chanel Beige Caviar Vanity Case

Chanel Beige Caviar Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

Travel in style in this uber chic yet neutral Chanel vanity case! Featured in beige caviar leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

Pristine Vintage Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vanity Case
Pristine Vintage Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vanity Case

Pristine Vintage Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Rare to find in such excellent condition throughout, This Chanel Vanity Case is finished in black

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Pink Caviar Vanity Case
Chanel Pink Caviar Vanity Case

Chanel Pink Caviar Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Chanel Pink Caviar Vanity Case Bag This is an authentic Chanel Vanity Case in pink caviar leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Jersey Small
Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Jersey Small

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Jersey Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 23" Designer: Chanel Model: Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Jersey Small Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Caviar Small
Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Caviar Small

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Caviar Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

: Handle Drop 1.5", Height 5", Width 6.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 24" Designer: Chanel Model: Filigree Vanity

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Caviar Small
Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Caviar Small

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Caviar Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 3", Strap Drop 24" Designer: Chanel Model: Filigree Vanity Case Quilted Caviar Small Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case PVC with Lambskin Small
Chanel Filigree Vanity Case PVC with Lambskin Small

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case PVC with Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Drop 22" Designer: Chanel Model: Filigree Vanity Case PVC with Lambskin Small Exterior Material

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Classic Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Caviar Small
Chanel Classic Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Caviar Small

Chanel Classic Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Caviar Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Caviar Small Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Black Interior

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Vintage Timeless Zip Around Vanity Case Caviar Medium
Chanel Vintage Timeless Zip Around Vanity Case Caviar Medium

Chanel Vintage Timeless Zip Around Vanity Case Caviar Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Drop 23" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Timeless Zip Around Vanity Case Caviar Medium Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Black Beige Rattan Filigree CC Vanity Case Bag
Chanel Black Beige Rattan Filigree CC Vanity Case Bag

Chanel Black Beige Rattan Filigree CC Vanity Case Bag

By Chanel

Located in Montreal, Quebec

The size is small. The Chanel shoulder bag is from the 2019 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld. It is

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Lambskin Coco Pearl Crush Vanity Case (2022)
Chanel Black Lambskin Coco Pearl Crush Vanity Case (2022)

Chanel Black Lambskin Coco Pearl Crush Vanity Case (2022)

By Chanel

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Chanel. From the 2022 Collection by Virginie Viard. Black Lambskin. Interlocking CC Logo & Quilted

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Off White Quilted Leather Coco Curve Vanity Case Bag
Chanel Off White Quilted Leather Coco Curve Vanity Case Bag

Chanel Off White Quilted Leather Coco Curve Vanity Case Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

case bag from Chanel! Bringing along the iconic CC logo on the exterior, an interwoven leather & chain

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel Pearl Crush Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Lambskin Small
Chanel Pearl Crush Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Lambskin Small

Chanel Pearl Crush Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

" Designer: Chanel Model: Pearl Crush Vanity Case with Chain Quilted Lambskin Small Exterior Material

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Quilted Black Caviar CC Filigree Vanity Case Bag 2018
Chanel Quilted Black Caviar CC Filigree Vanity Case Bag 2018

Chanel Quilted Black Caviar CC Filigree Vanity Case Bag 2018

By Chanel

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This Chanel CC Filigree Vanity Case is made with diamond quilted caviar leather in black. The bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Brand New Black Quilted Hard Case Compact Vanity Crossbody Bag
Chanel Brand New Black Quilted Hard Case Compact Vanity Crossbody Bag

Chanel Brand New Black Quilted Hard Case Compact Vanity Crossbody Bag

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Brand New Black Quilted Hard Case Compact Vanity Crossbody Bag *Marked 3208XXXX *Made in

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Vanity Case Extra Large Patent Tote 226581 Cosmetic Bag
Chanel Black Vanity Case Extra Large Patent Tote 226581 Cosmetic Bag

Chanel Black Vanity Case Extra Large Patent Tote 226581 Cosmetic Bag

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: Serial number has shows scratches due to rubbing and wear. Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.75" Width: 7.75" Height: 8.25" Handle drop: 1.5" OVERALL ...

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20th Century Italian Cosmetic Bags

Chanel Vintage Rigide Vanity Case 90s Caviar Leather
Chanel Vintage Rigide Vanity Case 90s Caviar Leather

Chanel Vintage Rigide Vanity Case 90s Caviar Leather

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Chanel Vanity case in black caviar leatherand golden hardware. Possible to attach a strap

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1990s French Luggage and Travel Bags

Chanel Vanity Case Bag
Chanel Vanity Case Bag

Chanel Vanity Case Bag

By Chanel

Located in Athens, GA

Chanel Vanity Case Bag. Brand new with original tag. The most sought after Chanel bag in black

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vanity Case Mini Black Quilted Lambskin Golden Plate 2021
Chanel Vanity Case Mini Black Quilted Lambskin Golden Plate 2021

Chanel Vanity Case Mini Black Quilted Lambskin Golden Plate 2021

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

, strap, light scratches on the interior and the hardware.  DETAILS Circa 2021 CHANEL Vanity Case

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vanity Case With Strap
Chanel Vanity Case With Strap

Chanel Vanity Case With Strap

By Chanel

Located in Athens, GA

Chanel Vintage Vanity Case with Black Leather Strap. Caviar leather. Gold hardware. Excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vanity Case With Strap
Chanel Vanity Case With Strap

Chanel Vanity Case With Strap

By Chanel

Located in Athens, GA

Chanel Vintage Vanity Case with Black Leather Strap. Caviar leather. Gold hardware. Excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vanity Case With Strap
Chanel Vanity Case With Strap

Chanel Vanity Case With Strap

By Chanel

Located in Athens, GA

Chanel Vintage Vanity Case with Black Leather Strap. Caviar leather. Gold hardware. Excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Vanity Case Vintage in Black Lambskin
CHANEL Vanity Case Vintage in Black Lambskin

CHANEL Vanity Case Vintage in Black Lambskin

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Vanity Case CHANEL vintage Very nice vintage item, this CHANEL Vanity bag is in black lambskin

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Late 20th Century Italian Luggage and Travel Bags

Chanel Vanity Case Blue and White Crumpled Calfskin Bag
Chanel Vanity Case Blue and White Crumpled Calfskin Bag

Chanel Vanity Case Blue and White Crumpled Calfskin Bag

By Chanel

Located in Geneva, CH

This pre-owned Vanity Case from the Nautical-Inspired Cruise 2019 Chanel collection features one

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vanity Case Green PVC N5435 Bag Collection 20C
Chanel Vanity Case Green PVC N5435 Bag Collection 20C

Chanel Vanity Case Green PVC N5435 Bag Collection 20C

By Chanel

Located in West Chester, PA

Metal Multicolor Comes Gift ready, in Chanel Gift Box, Booklet, Ribbon, Tissue and Dustcover

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2010s Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Black Leather Vanity Case
CHANEL Black Leather Vanity Case

CHANEL Black Leather Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

This CHANEL vanity case or mini "24 H cabin" weekend suitcase is made of monogram black cotton

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Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Quilted Patent Vanity Box
Chanel Quilted Patent Vanity Box

Chanel Quilted Patent Vanity Box

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Chanel Vintage Green Patent Vanity Case (1994-1996) A rare vintage Chanel vanity case crafted from

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1990s Evening Bags and Minaudières

1996 Chanel Black Patent Leather Vintage Vanity Case
1996 Chanel Black Patent Leather Vintage Vanity Case

1996 Chanel Black Patent Leather Vintage Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Patent Leather Vintage Vanity Case This CHANEL Vanity Case is in Excellent Pre-Owned

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1990s Italian Cosmetic Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Mini Vanity Case Crossbody Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Mini Vanity Case Crossbody Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Mini Vanity Case Crossbody Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

certificate will be provided at no further cost Introducing the coveted Chanel Mini Vanity Case with Chain Bag

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Quilted Vanity Case
Chanel Quilted Vanity Case

Chanel Quilted Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in Amman, JO

Elevate your style with this Chanel Quilted Vanity Case in classic beige caviar leather. Crafted

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Bag
Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Bag

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Bag

By Chanel

Located in Athens, GA

Chanel Filigree Vanity Case Bag in pale yellow leather. Rare color and most wanted bag for Chanel

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Black Leather Vintage Vanity Case
Chanel Black Leather Vintage Vanity Case

Chanel Black Leather Vintage Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Chanel Vintage Black Leather Vanity Case is in truly mint condition. From the mid

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1990s Cosmetic Bags

Chanel Camellia Vanity Case Bag BN
Chanel Camellia Vanity Case Bag BN

Chanel Camellia Vanity Case Bag BN

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Mini Vanity Case bag in black with embroidered Camellia pattern. This bag is brand new so

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Mini Vertical Vanity Case Black
Chanel Mini Vertical Vanity Case Black

Chanel Mini Vertical Vanity Case Black

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

*Condition: Very Good *This vanity case is in very good condition, with signs of wear consistent with age

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2010s European Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Caviar Small Chain Vanity Case
Chanel Caviar Small Chain Vanity Case

Chanel Caviar Small Chain Vanity Case

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Caviar Quilted caviar leather Small Case With Chain. Very good condition. 18*9.5*8 cm No box. No

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2010s Shoulder Bags

Chanel Quilted Vanity Case Tote 859949
Chanel Quilted Vanity Case Tote 859949

Chanel Quilted Vanity Case Tote 859949

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Width (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 15 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 17 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Clutches

Chanel Gray Metallic Small Vanity Case Crossbody
Chanel Gray Metallic Small Vanity Case Crossbody

Chanel Gray Metallic Small Vanity Case Crossbody

By Chanel

Located in Athens, GA

Chanel Gray Metallic Small Vanity Case Crossbody Bag. CC Filigree Caviar leather. Antique silver

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Denim Mini Vanity Case Cosmestic Pouch
Chanel Denim Mini Vanity Case Cosmestic Pouch

Chanel Denim Mini Vanity Case Cosmestic Pouch

By Chanel

Located in Bangkok, TH

Chanel mini vanity case in denim. Made in Italy. Serial no 4679642. Material: Denim/Lambskin

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1990s French Cosmetic Bags

Chanel Black Caviar Vintage Vanity Case Handbag
Chanel Black Caviar Vintage Vanity Case Handbag

Chanel Black Caviar Vintage Vanity Case Handbag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Black Caviar Vintage Vanity Case Handbag- MINT condition. Appears never carried. Rare. A

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20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Raffia Rattan & Calfskin Vanity Case Bag
Chanel Raffia Rattan & Calfskin Vanity Case Bag

Chanel Raffia Rattan & Calfskin Vanity Case Bag

By Chanel

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A unique Raffia handbag by Chanel. The exterior of this Raffia bag is crafted with black calfskin

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vanity Case 1CC0412
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vanity Case 1CC0412

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vanity Case 1CC0412

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 5.5" Height: 4" Handle Drop: .5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Accessories: Authenticity Card Signs of Wear:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

CHANEL Vintage Vanity Case Black Leather Bag
CHANEL Vintage Vanity Case Black Leather Bag

CHANEL Vintage Vanity Case Black Leather Bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Small bag or bag for women's beauty products! It is carried by hand or shoulder. The interior is black leather with a flat pocket. It opens with a zip. The shoulder strap is made of ...

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1990s Italian Cosmetic Bags

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Chanel Vanity Case For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary chanel vanity case for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Blue and more. You’re likely to find the perfect chanel vanity case 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. 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 Vanity Case?

On average, a chanel vanity case on 1stDibs sells for $3,528, while they’re typically $618 on the low end and $19,920 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 Handbags And Purses for You

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 bagBirkin, 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.

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 3, 2023
    No, a Chanel Mini Vanity bag will not fit an iPhone. The petite bag measures just 3.5 inches in length by 4.3 inches in height by 2.8 inches in depth, which is not large enough to fit any version of the iPhone smartphone. However, the slightly larger Chanel Small Vanity bag can accommodate most iPhone models, as it is 6.7 inches by 3.7 inches by 3.1 inches in size. Shop a collection of Chanel bags 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.