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Chanel Versailles

Chanel Cream Calfskin Chateau Versailles Old Medium Boy Bag Gold Hardware, 2013
Chanel Cream Calfskin Chateau Versailles Old Medium Boy Bag Gold Hardware, 2013

Chanel Cream Calfskin Chateau Versailles Old Medium Boy Bag Gold Hardware, 2013

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Cream Calfskin Chateau Versailles Old Medium Boy Bag Gold Hardware, 2013 This bag is lined with beige textile material This piece was featured during the 2013 cruise Versaille...

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHANEL beige & multicolor cotton 2013 13C VERSAILLES TWEED MIDI Skirt 34 XS
CHANEL beige & multicolor cotton 2013 13C VERSAILLES TWEED MIDI Skirt 34 XS

CHANEL beige & multicolor cotton 2013 13C VERSAILLES TWEED MIDI Skirt 34 XS

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel classic tweed skirt in pastel blue, pink, beige and olive green cotton (55%), polyamide (27%), viscose (15%), metallized polyester (2%) and acrylic (1%).

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2010s A-Line Skirts

Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 cruise Versailles dress CC logo buttons
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 cruise Versailles dress CC logo buttons

Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 cruise Versailles dress CC logo buttons

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 Versailles Cruise Dress, CC Logo Buttons Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Chanel 2013 Versailles Cruise Resort Collection.

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2010s French Day Dresses

CHANEL 13C Paris Versailles black sequin embellished cropped zip jacket FR36 S
CHANEL 13C Paris Versailles black sequin embellished cropped zip jacket FR36 S

CHANEL 13C Paris Versailles black sequin embellished cropped zip jacket FR36 S

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL 13C Paris Versailles black sequin embellished cropped zippered jacket FR36 S Reference: NKLL/A00652 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Cruise 2013 "Paris-Versa...

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"Dripping Dots - Chanel in Versailles Paris" Perfume Bottle Chanel Oil Painting
"Dripping Dots - Chanel in Versailles Paris" Perfume Bottle Chanel Oil Painting

"Dripping Dots - Chanel in Versailles Paris" Perfume Bottle Chanel Oil Painting

By Cindy Shaoul

Located in New York, NY

This piece is part of an exciting collection depicting iconic the "Coco Chanel" with the artist's "Dripping Dots" style, where she incorporates a classic Chanel bottle in her own sty...

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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Limited edition Chanel Boy Mini Versailles shoulder bag in ecru leather, MGHW
Limited edition Chanel Boy Mini Versailles shoulder bag in ecru leather, MGHW

Limited edition Chanel Boy Mini Versailles shoulder bag in ecru leather, MGHW

By Chanel

Located in Paris, IDF

Splendid​ ​&​ ​Rare​ ​Chanel​ ​Mini​ ​Boy​ ​limited​ ​edition​ ​Versailles​ ​Cruise​ ​Collection​ ​shoulder​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​ecru​ ​leather​ ​embellished​ ​with​ ​golden​ ​embroidery​ ​a...

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Amazing CHANEL Versailles 2013 Denim Dress $6820         NEW 36
Amazing CHANEL Versailles 2013 Denim Dress $6820         NEW 36

Amazing CHANEL Versailles 2013 Denim Dress $6820 NEW 36

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Cruise/Resort Versailles 2013 collection.Brand new with tags attached.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

CHANEL 2013 Versailles in a Socialist France Coat Jacket
CHANEL 2013 Versailles in a Socialist France Coat Jacket

CHANEL 2013 Versailles in a Socialist France Coat Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Chanel Versailles in a Socialist France Coat From the Cruise 2013 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Black Interlocking CC Logo Stand Collar Short Flap Pockets & Button Closure Very good c...

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2010s Coats and Outerwear

CHANEL Paris-Versailles Blue Jacket
CHANEL Paris-Versailles Blue Jacket

CHANEL Paris-Versailles Blue Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Chanel 13C Versailles CC CC Button Denim Napoleon Jacket Sz.38 Very good condition

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Chanel Lilac Versailles Tweed Jacket
Chanel Lilac Versailles Tweed Jacket

Chanel Lilac Versailles Tweed Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Gorgeous lilac tweed jacket/coat from ''Paris - Versailles'' 2013 Cruise Collection. Retail price 6,680 euros Size mark 46. Very good condition. Has yelowness on buttons CC logo Cam...

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Chanel Blue Resin Versailles Cuff Bracelet
Chanel Blue Resin Versailles Cuff Bracelet

Chanel Blue Resin Versailles Cuff Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Geneva, CH

Amazing piece from the Cruise Collection 2013 from the house of Chanel. which was held in the gardens of the Château de Versailles.

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Chanel Paris Versailles Lavender Tweed Jacket - Size 38 FR
Chanel Paris Versailles Lavender Tweed Jacket - Size 38 FR

Chanel Paris Versailles Lavender Tweed Jacket - Size 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Elevate your wardrobe with this stunning Chanel Paris Versailles tweed jacket! This beautiful piece features a lovely lavender color and is a size 38 FR.

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CHANEL blue jacket FR 36 Cruise 2013 Versailles 13C
CHANEL blue jacket FR 36 Cruise 2013 Versailles 13C

CHANEL blue jacket FR 36 Cruise 2013 Versailles 13C

By Chanel

Located in Rubiera, RE

Chanel blue jacket Cruise 2013 - Versailles gardens - Look 35/71 on the show Jacket in blue cotton with central front zip, mandarin collar.

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CHANEL Short Jacket Fantasy Tweed Paris Versailles sz.36
CHANEL Short Jacket Fantasy Tweed Paris Versailles sz.36

CHANEL Short Jacket Fantasy Tweed Paris Versailles sz.36

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Elevate your wardrobe with this exquisite CHANEL Short Jacket from the iconic 2013 Paris Versailles collection.

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CHANEL multicolor cotton 2013 13C VERSAILLES TWEED Jacket 38 S
CHANEL multicolor cotton 2013 13C VERSAILLES TWEED Jacket 38 S

CHANEL multicolor cotton 2013 13C VERSAILLES TWEED Jacket 38 S

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel tweed jacket in pastel blue, pink, beige and olive green cotton (55%), polyamide (27%), viscose (15%), metallized polyester (2%) and acrylic (1%).

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL Resort 2013 Versailles Collection Brocade Golden Suede Trim Mini Dress
CHANEL Resort 2013 Versailles Collection Brocade Golden Suede Trim Mini Dress

CHANEL Resort 2013 Versailles Collection Brocade Golden Suede Trim Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Resort 2013 Versailles Collection Look # 28 Made in Italy From the highly acclaimed resort 2013 collection inspired by and hosted at the gardens on the grounds of the Versailles pal...

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Chanel 13C Runway Versailles gold fluffy fringe CC button tweed jacket FR42 L
Chanel 13C Runway Versailles gold fluffy fringe CC button tweed jacket FR42 L

Chanel 13C Runway Versailles gold fluffy fringe CC button tweed jacket FR42 L

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Chanel 13C Runway Versailles gold fluffy fringe CC button tweed jacket FR42 L Reference: TGAS/C01862 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 13C - Runway Material: Tweed C...

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CHANEL 13C Tweed Lesage Jacket Blazer

CHANEL 13C Tweed Lesage Jacket Blazer

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

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CHANEL Tweed Lesage Multi-Color CC Gold Jacket Blazer
CHANEL Tweed Lesage Multi-Color CC Gold Jacket Blazer

CHANEL Tweed Lesage Multi-Color CC Gold Jacket Blazer

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC CHANEL RUNWAY 13C VERSAILLES COLLECTION GORGEOUS FANTASY TWEED JACKET Design: - Iconic Chanel fantasy tweed jacket crafted with ricrac trim from the Runway 13C...

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Chanel Cruise 2013 Versailles Pink Camellia 13C Long Tweed Braided Jacket Coat
Chanel Cruise 2013 Versailles Pink Camellia 13C Long Tweed Braided Jacket Coat

Chanel Cruise 2013 Versailles Pink Camellia 13C Long Tweed Braided Jacket Coat

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

The most wanted pink jacket from Chanel Cruise 2013 Versailles collection. Seen on numerous models, celebrities, fashionistas and featured in fashion campaigns.

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Chanel 2013 Cruise Runway Gold Brocade Interlocking C Lady Gaga Booties 36.5
Chanel 2013 Cruise Runway Gold Brocade Interlocking C Lady Gaga Booties 36.5

Chanel 2013 Cruise Runway Gold Brocade Interlocking C Lady Gaga Booties 36.5

By Chanel

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

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Chanel Garden of Versailles Classic Double Flap Bag Sequin Embellished Alligator
Chanel Garden of Versailles Classic Double Flap Bag Sequin Embellished Alligator

Chanel Garden of Versailles Classic Double Flap Bag Sequin Embellished Alligator

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Garden of Versailles Classic Double Flap Bag Sequin Embellished Alligator Medium, crafted from genuine black alligator with black sequin embellishments in Garden Of Versa...

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Chanel Runway Beige & Gold Tone Brocade 2013 Cruise Versailles Collection Dress
Chanel Runway Beige & Gold Tone Brocade 2013 Cruise Versailles Collection Dress

Chanel Runway Beige & Gold Tone Brocade 2013 Cruise Versailles Collection Dress

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This Chanel beige and gold Marie Antoinette style bold brocade dress was from the 2013 cruise collection inspired by Versailles.

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CHANEL Res/2013 Versailles Collection Brocade Golden Suede Trim Mini Dress EU 36
CHANEL Res/2013 Versailles Collection Brocade Golden Suede Trim Mini Dress EU 36

CHANEL Res/2013 Versailles Collection Brocade Golden Suede Trim Mini Dress EU 36

By Chanel

Located in Montgomery, TX

CHANEL Resort 2013 Versailles Collection Look # 28 Made in Italy From the highly acclaimed resort 2013 collection inspired by and hosted at the gardens on the grounds of the Versa...

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Chanel Versailles Collection Black Resin and Gilt Logo Bracelet - 2013
Chanel Versailles Collection Black Resin and Gilt Logo Bracelet - 2013

Chanel Versailles Collection Black Resin and Gilt Logo Bracelet - 2013

By Chanel

Located in London, Chelsea

Striking Chanel Versailles Collection Bracelet. This gorgeous cuff bracelet by Chanel is from the 2013 Cruise Collection, which was presented in Versailles and was heavily influenced...

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NEW  Chanel ✿*゚ VERSAILLES Resin Gripoix Glass Pearl Bangle Cuff Bracelet

NEW Chanel ✿*゚ VERSAILLES Resin Gripoix Glass Pearl Bangle Cuff Bracelet

Located in KAOHSIUNG, TW

THIS bracelet is from Chanel 2013 Métiers d’Art VERSAILLES COLLECTION. Fully presents the elegance and lavish details of the last France Golden age art merit with 21st century's resi...

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Chanel 13C Runway Brocade Versailles Dress White/Gold
Chanel 13C Runway Brocade Versailles Dress White/Gold

Chanel 13C Runway Brocade Versailles Dress White/Gold

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare Chanel white/gold brocade dress from 13C Versailles collection.

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Chanel Cruise Versailles Blue Resin Cuff, 2013
Chanel Cruise Versailles Blue Resin Cuff, 2013

Chanel Cruise Versailles Blue Resin Cuff, 2013

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Chanel Cruise 2013 "Versailles" blue resin cuff with Gripoix jewels and pearls.

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Chanel Versailles For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of chanel versailles for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black chanel versailles, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Blue and more options on these pages. Finding appealing chanel versailles such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel each produced popular versions that are worth a look. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Chanel Versailles?

The prices for chanel versailles start at $1,672 and top out at $10,540 with these items, on average, selling for $3,160.

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.