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Chanel Black Quilted Trapeze Flap Shoulder Bag 1990
Chanel Black Quilted Trapeze Flap Shoulder Bag 1990

Chanel Black Quilted Trapeze Flap Shoulder Bag 1990

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This Chanel Black Quilted Trapeze Flap Shoulder Bag is a stunning vintage piece that exemplifies

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel 1990 Black Quilted Satin Bijoux Mini Flap Bag
Chanel 1990 Black Quilted Satin Bijoux Mini Flap Bag

Chanel 1990 Black Quilted Satin Bijoux Mini Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Interior Zip, One Interior Flat, One Rear Flap Hardware: Gold-tone Includes: Chanel Dust Bag, COA Card

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel 1990 Vintage Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW 68513
Chanel 1990 Vintage Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW 68513

Chanel 1990 Vintage Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW 68513

By Chanel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

classic. Produced in 1990, more than 30 years old and in stunning condition. In Blue denim canvas and 24k

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Mini Flap Timeless Crema
Chanel Mini Flap Timeless Crema

Chanel Mini Flap Timeless Crema

By Chanel

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Borsa firmata Chanel, modello Timeless Mini Flap Vintage, realizzata in pelle liscia color crema

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Jersey Maxi Flap Bag
Chanel Jersey Maxi Flap Bag

Chanel Jersey Maxi Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

. A rare and timeless piece, this vintage Chanel Maxi flap features the brand's signature burgundy

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Beige CC Flap Waist Bag
Chanel Beige CC Flap Waist Bag

Chanel Beige CC Flap Waist Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Beige CC Flap Waist Bag Quilted Caviar Small Bag Color: Brown Material: Leather

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1990s Italian Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Classic 1990s Double Flap Bag
Chanel Classic 1990s Double Flap Bag

Chanel Classic 1990s Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

The Chanel Classic Double Flap Bag is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and a symbol of the

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Gingham Fabric Maxi Flap Bag
Chanel Gingham Fabric Maxi Flap Bag

Chanel Gingham Fabric Maxi Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This Chanel Maxi Flap Bag is crafted in classic gingham fabric, offering a textured, tactile

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1990s European Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Vintage Chanel 1997 Lambskin Mini Flap Box Bag
Vintage Chanel 1997 Lambskin Mini Flap Box Bag

Vintage Chanel 1997 Lambskin Mini Flap Box Bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Vintage Chanel mini lambskin leather quilted box flap bag circa 1990. made of black leather quilted

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

CHANEL Diana Flap Bag Beige Lambskin 1990s Collection
CHANEL Diana Flap Bag Beige Lambskin 1990s Collection

CHANEL Diana Flap Bag Beige Lambskin 1990s Collection

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Magnifique sac à main CHANEL modèle Diana 25, réalisé en cuir d’agneau beige et sublimé par une

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Brown Classic Lizard Leather Flap Bag 1996
Chanel Brown Classic Lizard Leather Flap Bag 1996

Chanel Brown Classic Lizard Leather Flap Bag 1996

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Brown Classic Lizard Flap Bag 1996. Beautiful chanel bag in lizard and gold toned hardware

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel 23cm multicolor tweed 2.55 flap shoulder bag
Chanel 23cm multicolor tweed 2.55 flap shoulder bag

Chanel 23cm multicolor tweed 2.55 flap shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel 23cm multicolor tweed reissue 2.55 flap shoulder bag from 1997-1999 collection

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Gold Metallic Top Handle Quilted Flap Bag
Chanel Gold Metallic Top Handle Quilted Flap Bag

Chanel Gold Metallic Top Handle Quilted Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Limited Edition 1994 Runway Gold Metallic Quilted Lambskin Flap 1994 {VINTAGE 30 Years

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Suede CC Turn-Lock Flap Handbag
Chanel Black Suede CC Turn-Lock Flap Handbag

Chanel Black Suede CC Turn-Lock Flap Handbag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage Chanel black suede CC turn-lock flap handbag. - Circa 1994-1996. - One Interior pocket

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1990s Italian Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

CHANEL Yellow Quilted Satin Vintage Mini Flap Bag
CHANEL Yellow Quilted Satin Vintage Mini Flap Bag

CHANEL Yellow Quilted Satin Vintage Mini Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Yellow Quilted Satin Vintage Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4857 Brand: Chanel

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Brown Velvet Quilted CC Flap Belt Bag
Chanel Brown Velvet Quilted CC Flap Belt Bag

Chanel Brown Velvet Quilted CC Flap Belt Bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel brown velvet quilted belt bag from year 1996 to 1997 collection. - Gold CC hardware turn

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1990s Italian Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Suede CC Turn-Lock Flap Handbag
Chanel Black Suede CC Turn-Lock Flap Handbag

Chanel Black Suede CC Turn-Lock Flap Handbag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage Chanel black suede CC turn-lock flap handbag. - Circa 1994-1996. - One Interior pocket

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1990s Italian Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel beige suede 2.55 flap chocolate bar shoulder bag
Chanel beige suede 2.55 flap chocolate bar shoulder bag

Chanel beige suede 2.55 flap chocolate bar shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel 2.55 reissue flap bag features a mademoiselle turn lock and is made of beige suede leather

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel 90s Quilted Lambskin Multi-Chain Flap Shoulder Bag
Chanel 90s Quilted Lambskin Multi-Chain Flap Shoulder Bag

Chanel 90s Quilted Lambskin Multi-Chain Flap Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

in black. The bag features a five strand leather threaded chain strap, a CC turn-lock on the flap, a

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Vintage Chanel Burnt Orange Lambskin Medium Biface Flap Bag
Vintage Chanel Burnt Orange Lambskin Medium Biface Flap Bag

Vintage Chanel Burnt Orange Lambskin Medium Biface Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Vintage chanel medium biface shoulder flap bag in reddish orange lambskin. Slight creasing due to

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag
Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag

Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Super Rare vintage Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag from 1997 to 1999

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

CHANEL Diana Flap Bag Black Lambskin – 1991–1994 Collection
CHANEL Diana Flap Bag Black Lambskin – 1991–1994 Collection

CHANEL Diana Flap Bag Black Lambskin – 1991–1994 Collection

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Magnifique sac à main CHANEL modèle Diana, réalisé en cuir d’agneau noir et sublimé par une

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

1990s Chanel Beige Caviar Leather Medium Diana Flap Bag
1990s Chanel Beige Caviar Leather Medium Diana Flap Bag

1990s Chanel Beige Caviar Leather Medium Diana Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

is attached but rubbed off. Comes with replacement chanel dust bag.

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Vintage 1990s Chanel Gold Flap Bag Drop Clip On Earrings
Vintage 1990s Chanel Gold Flap Bag Drop Clip On Earrings

Vintage 1990s Chanel Gold Flap Bag Drop Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Classic rare Chanel drop flap bag gold clip on earrings. Very unique collectible statement piece

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5716

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Square Mini Flap Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Square Mini Flap Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Square Mini Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Square Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5975 Brand

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel 1991 Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Maxi Flap Bag
Chanel 1991 Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Maxi Flap Bag

Chanel 1991 Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Maxi Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo Maxi Flap Bag Year: 1991 Gold hardware Black quilted

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Vintage Timeless Single Flap Small Lambskin Leather Bag
Chanel Vintage Timeless Single Flap Small Lambskin Leather Bag

Chanel Vintage Timeless Single Flap Small Lambskin Leather Bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel Vintage Timeless Single Flap Small Lambskin Leather Bag Black smooth lambskin leather bag

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Vintage 1999 Pink Mini Square Classic Flap Bag
Chanel Vintage 1999 Pink Mini Square Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Vintage 1999 Pink Mini Square Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Crafted in the late '90s, this Chanel Vintage 1999 Pink Mini Square Classic Flap Bag features soft

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel 23C Woven Houndstooth Black White Flap Bag GHW 68577
Chanel 23C Woven Houndstooth Black White Flap Bag GHW 68577

Chanel 23C Woven Houndstooth Black White Flap Bag GHW 68577

By Chanel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Store item: 68577 Chanel 23C Woven Houndstooth Black White Flap Bag GHW For more than 20 years

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Square Mini Gold Metallic Lambskin Quilted  Flap Handbag
Chanel Square Mini Gold Metallic Lambskin Quilted  Flap Handbag

Chanel Square Mini Gold Metallic Lambskin Quilted Flap Handbag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel square mini gold metallic lambskin leather quilted flap handbag from 1996 to 1997

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Paris-Limited Mini Flap Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Paris-Limited Mini Flap Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Paris-Limited Mini Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Paris-Limited Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Vintage 1990s Chanel Beige Lambskin Quilted Medium Zip Flap Backpack
Vintage 1990s Chanel Beige Lambskin Quilted Medium Zip Flap Backpack

Vintage 1990s Chanel Beige Lambskin Quilted Medium Zip Flap Backpack

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Chanel lambskin backpack in a classic medium flap shape with both zipper and flap closure. Slight

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Vintage Diana Medium Black Lambskin 24K Gold Flap Bag
Chanel Vintage Diana Medium Black Lambskin 24K Gold Flap Bag

Chanel Vintage Diana Medium Black Lambskin 24K Gold Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Chanel’s vintage Diana flap, is a timeless and sought-after handbag that exudes elegance and

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Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel Timeless Jumbo Big Logo Flap Vintage Borsa A Spalla
Chanel Timeless Jumbo Big Logo Flap Vintage Borsa A Spalla

Chanel Timeless Jumbo Big Logo Flap Vintage Borsa A Spalla

By Chanel

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Borsa firmata Chanel, modello Timeless Vintage, misura Jumbo, realizzata in pelle liscia trapuntata

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

CHANEL Beige Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag
CHANEL Beige Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag

CHANEL Beige Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Beige Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5217

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1990s Italian Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Vintage Medium Classic Single Flap Bag
CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Vintage Medium Classic Single Flap Bag

CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Vintage Medium Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Black Caviar Leather Vintage Medium Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref

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1990s French Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel 1994 Vintage Black Maxi Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68171
Chanel 1994 Vintage Black Maxi Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68171

Chanel 1994 Vintage Black Maxi Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68171

By Chanel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Store item: 68171 Every vintage Chanel enthusiast knows how difficult it is to find this exact

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1990s Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel CC turn-lock brown velvet quilted flap belt bag
Chanel CC turn-lock brown velvet quilted flap belt bag

Chanel CC turn-lock brown velvet quilted flap belt bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel brown velvet quilted belt bag from year 1996 to 1997 collection. - Featuring gold toned

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1990s Italian Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

CHANEL Red Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag
CHANEL Red Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag

CHANEL Red Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Red Caviar Leather Vintage XL Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4725

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1990s Italian Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap

Chanel CC Quilted Jumbo Classic Caviar Leather Flap Bag Black
Chanel CC Quilted Jumbo Classic Caviar Leather Flap Bag Black

Chanel CC Quilted Jumbo Classic Caviar Leather Flap Bag Black

By Chanel

Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT

Authentic Chanel CC classic flap jumbo quilted black caviar leather cross body bag. Features flap

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Chanel Vintage 1990 Flap For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel vintage 1990 flap you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Red, Brown and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a chanel vintage 1990 flap 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 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 Vintage 1990 Flap?

Prices for a chanel vintage 1990 flap can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $799 and can go as high as $29,920, while, on average they fetch $3,137.

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 Shoulder-bags for You

Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.

While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.

The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.

A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.

Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Chanel
  • 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 22, 2021
    A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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
    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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 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 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.