Are Chanel earrings real gold?

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.

Are Chanel pearls real?

Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.

Who is the founder of Chanel?

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.

What is Chanel Matelasse?

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.

What does Chanel 5 smell like?

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.

Why is Chanel costume jewelry so expensive?

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.

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.

How much is a vintage Chanel bag?

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.

How much is the Chanel wallet on chain?

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.

Is Chanel a luxury brand?

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.

How much is a Chanel tote?

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.

Do Chanel bags go up in value?

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.

Does Chanel make bedding?

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.

How many stores does Chanel have?

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.

How much is a Chanel purse?

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.

What does Chanel Mademoiselle smell like?

Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.

Why is Chanel so expensive?

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.

When was Chanel founded?

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.

Where are Chanel bags made?

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.

Who is Chanel owned by?

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.

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Chanel 1986 Vintage Diamond Stitch Drawstring Crossbody Bucket Bag

$6,920

H 12.5 in W 12 in D 8.5 in

Chanel 1986 Vintage Diamond Stitch Drawstring Crossbody Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Diamond Stitch Drawstring Crossbody Bucket Bag circa 1986 black leather diamond

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Chanel 1991 Vintage Drawstring Black Lambskin Mini Bucket Crossbody Shoulder Bag

$6,920

H 7 in W 4 in D 5 in

Chanel 1991 Vintage Drawstring Black Lambskin Mini Bucket Crossbody Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Drawstring Black Lambskin Mini Bucket Crossbody Shoulder Bag Year: 1989-1991

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Chanel Vintage Denim Coco Cabas Drawstring Tote

$2,595

H 10.75 in W 17.5 in D 9 in

Chanel Vintage Denim Coco Cabas Drawstring Tote

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

collection. Crafted from durable, diamond-quilted blue denim, this bag perfectly balances Chanel’s timeless

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Chanel Vintage White Quilted Leather Mini Kelly Shoulder Bag

$4,208

Size: S

Chanel Vintage White Quilted Leather Mini Kelly Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel Mini Kelly Flap Shoulder Bag is a refined nod to timeless French elegance, reimagined with bold

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Chanel 1992 Vintage Raffia Straw Jute Gold CC Balls Drawstring Bucket Bag

$9,920

H 9 in W 10 in D 5.5 in

Chanel 1992 Vintage Raffia Straw Jute Gold CC Balls Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel small sized woven straw and lambskin drawstring bucket bag 1992 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold

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Chanel 1992 Caviar Triple CC Around Plaques Bucket Drawstring Crossbody Bag

$9,920

H 11 in W 10.5 in D 7 in

Chanel 1992 Caviar Triple CC Around Plaques Bucket Drawstring Crossbody Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 1992 Caviar Triple CC Around Plaques Bucket Drawstring Crossbody Bag Year: 1992 {Vintage 22

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Chanel Vintage Raffia Straw Jute Gold CC Balls 90's Drawstring Bucket Bag

$9,920

W 9 in D 6 in L 9 in

Chanel Vintage Raffia Straw Jute Gold CC Balls 90's Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

circa 1992 beige drawstring fastening chain-link shoulder strap embossed logo to the front main

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Chanel 1994 Vintage Diamond Quilted Drawstring Bucket Backpack Rucksack Bag

$9,920

H 11 in W 11.8 in D 3.9 in

Chanel 1994 Vintage Diamond Quilted Drawstring Bucket Backpack Rucksack Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 1994 Diamond Quilted Drawstring Backpack Featuring gold-tone hardware, a diamond quilted

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Chanel Vintage 90's Black Triple CC Drawstring Crossbody Shoulder Bag

$7,920

H 12.2 in W 12.2 in D 3.9 in

Chanel Vintage 90's Black Triple CC Drawstring Crossbody Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage 90's Black Caviar Triple CC Drawstring Crossbody Shoulder Bag circa 1992 raven

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Chanel Vintage 90's Black Triple CC Drawstring Crossbody Shoulder Bag

$7,920

H 12.2 in W 12.2 in D 3.9 in

Chanel Vintage 90's Black Triple CC Drawstring Crossbody Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage 90's Black Triple CC Drawstring Crossbody Shoulder Bag circa 1992 raven black

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Chanel Drawstring Bucket Mini Black Lambskin Leather Cross Body Bag

$6,920

H 7.1 in W 5.5 in L 2.5 in

Chanel Drawstring Bucket Mini Black Lambskin Leather Cross Body Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Micro Mini Vintage Crossbody Bucket Drawstring Lambskin Bag 1994 {VINTAGE 28 Years} Gold

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Chanel Drawstring Bucket Caviar Mini Black Lambskin Leather Cross Body Bag

$7,920

H 7.1 in W 5.5 in L 2.5 in

Chanel Drawstring Bucket Caviar Mini Black Lambskin Leather Cross Body Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Micro Mini Vintage Crossbody Bucket Drawstring Lambskin Bag 1994 {VINTAGE 28 Years} Gold

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Chanel Gabrielle Lambskin CC Drawstring Dark Brown Backpack Bag

$1,999

Chanel Gabrielle Lambskin CC Drawstring Dark Brown Backpack Bag

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Chanel 2017 Lambskin CC Drawstring Dark Brown Backpack With dustbag Approximate size 12.25x12x4.5in

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Chanel Drawstring Bucket Quilted Two Tone Light Pink Lambskin Leather Hobo Bag

$7,290

H 7 in W 4 in L 5 in

Chanel Drawstring Bucket Quilted Two Tone Light Pink Lambskin Leather Hobo Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel baby soft pink mini drawstring quilted tote bag 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Two tone pink

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Chanel 1990 Drawstring Bucket Quilted Two Tone Light Blue Lambskin Leather Hobo

$8,920

H 6.7 in W 4.7 in D 3.9 in

Chanel 1990 Drawstring Bucket Quilted Two Tone Light Blue Lambskin Leather Hobo

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Drawstring Bucket Quilted Two Tone Light Blue Lambskin Leather Hobo Bag 1990 {Vintage 34

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Vintage CHANEL black lamb leather hobo bucket shoulder bag with drawstrings

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H 9.5 in W 9.25 in D 6.1 in

Vintage CHANEL black lamb leather hobo bucket shoulder bag with drawstrings

By Chanel

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

Vintage CHANEL black lamb leather hobo bucket shoulder bag with drawstrings and CC stitch mark

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Vintage Chanel Bucket Beige Leather Medium Shoulder Bag

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H 10.2 in W 8.3 in D 6.3 in

Vintage Chanel Bucket Beige Leather Medium Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Chanel bucket shoulder bag in beige leather. It has stitched CC logo at the bottom. Main access has

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Chanel Cc Logo Ball Tote 220122 Beige Leather Shoulder Bag

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H 10.25 in W 3.75 in L 13.5 in

Chanel Cc Logo Ball Tote 220122 Beige Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 3.75" Height: 10.25" Shoulder strap drop: 8.5" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE

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Chanel Cc Chain Tote 227177 Black Rabbit Fur Shoulder Bag

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H 11 in W 4.25 in L 14 in

Chanel Cc Chain Tote 227177 Black Rabbit Fur Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION (7/10 or B ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker and Matching Card Signs of Wear

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1990s Chanel ICONIC CC vintage navy blue drawstring bucket bag

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1990s Chanel ICONIC CC vintage navy blue drawstring bucket bag

Located in Miami, FL

interior pouch to place cosmetics or credit cards in drawstring closure Gold Hardware CC's all around

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MINT. Vintage CHANEL black lambskin bucket hobo drum shoulder bag with chain

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MINT. Vintage CHANEL black lambskin bucket hobo drum shoulder bag with chain

By Chanel

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

MINT. Vintage CHANEL black lambskin bucket hobo drum shoulder bag with golden chain strap and a

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Chanel Black Caviar CC Drawstring Bucket Bag

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Chanel Black Caviar CC Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Chanel black caviar drawstring bucket bag. - Six CC gold toned hardware on both

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Chanel Vintage Lambskin Drawstring Bucket Bag

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H 9.5 in W 8 in D 6 in

Chanel Vintage Lambskin Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Chanel Vintage Lambskin CC Drawstring Bucket Bag in Black. This stylish bucket-style shoulder bag

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Chanel Vintage Grained Calfskin Timeless Drawstring Bucket Bag

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H 10 in W 9.25 in D 6.5 in

Chanel Vintage Grained Calfskin Timeless Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Chanel Vintage Grained Calfskin CC Drawstring Bucket Bag in Black. This stylish bucket-style

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Chanel Black Lambskin Leather "CC" Drawstring Bucket Shoulder Bag with Pouch

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Chanel Black Lambskin Leather "CC" Drawstring Bucket Shoulder Bag with Pouch

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage early 90s Chanel black lambskin leather drawstring bucket shoulder bag with a pouch bag

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Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Gold Toned "CC" Drawstring Bucket Shoulder Bag.

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Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Gold Toned "CC" Drawstring Bucket Shoulder Bag.

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 80s Chanel black quilted lambskin bucket shoulder bag. - Featuring gold-toned "CC" logo

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Chanel White Caviar Leather Drawstring Shoulder Bucket Bag

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H 11.42 in W 6.7 in

Chanel White Caviar Leather Drawstring Shoulder Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Chanel White Caviar leather drawstring shoulder bucket bag. - Round gold-toned "CC

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Vintage Chanel Black Lambskin Timeless CC Drawstring Hobo Shoulder Bag

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H 9.85 in W 5.91 in L 8.27 in

Vintage Chanel Black Lambskin Timeless CC Drawstring Hobo Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Classic Chanel vintage black lambskin bucket bag. Good vintage condition with scuffs and scratches

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Chanel Brown Leather Gold Toned "CC" Bucket Bag

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Chanel Brown Leather Gold Toned "CC" Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Chanel brown leather bucket bag. - Featuring single strap with a gold-toned "eyelet

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Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Gold Toned "CC" Bucket Bag

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Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Gold Toned "CC" Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Chanel black lambskin leather bucket bag. - Featuring single strap with a gold

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Chanel Caviar Bucket Bag

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H 12 in D 12 in L 12 in

Chanel Caviar Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Chanel caviar black leather bucket bag with gold CC logo's surrounding the base. Drawstring

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Chanel Mini Caviar Bucket Bag

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H 6 in D 2 in L 6 in

Chanel Mini Caviar Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Chanel mini caviar black leather drawstring bucket bag with CC embroidered logo and gold

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Chanel Vintage Brown Quilted Leather CC Logo Shoulder Bag

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Chanel Vintage Brown Quilted Leather CC Logo Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Chanel shoulder bag in brown quilted leather. Flap with CC turn lock closure. Leather

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1990s Chanel Dark Brown Leather Bucket Bag

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1990s Chanel Dark Brown Leather Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Stunning Chanel bucket bag from the early 1990s. Supple, butter soft dark brown leather with large

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Vintage 1980's CHANEL White Leather Gold Chain Bucket Shoulder Bag

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Vintage 1980's CHANEL White Leather Gold Chain Bucket Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

This fabulous 1980's vintage CHANEL mini bucket bag comes in white pebbled leather and features an

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CHANEL Vintage black patent leather CC logo top handle Vanity bag

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H 5.91 in W 5.91 in D 4.73 in

CHANEL Vintage black patent leather CC logo top handle Vanity bag

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL Vintage black patent leather CC logo top handle Vanity bag Reference: KNCN/A00028 Brand

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Chanel Vintage Dark Blue Quilted Leather CC Logo Tassel Shoulder Bag

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Chanel Vintage Dark Blue Quilted Leather CC Logo Tassel Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Chanel shoulder bag in dark blue quilted leather. Flap with magnetic button closure. CC

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Chanel Vintage Beige Lambskin Quilted Front Pocket Camera Bag

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Chanel Vintage Beige Lambskin Quilted Front Pocket Camera Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Chanel Quilted 'Camera Bag' Shoulder Bag in beige color. Period/Era: 1991-1994. Features

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Leather Large Camera Shoulder Bag

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Leather Large Camera Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Chanel Quilted 'Camera Bag' Shoulder Bag in black color from 1991 circa. Features upper

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Leather Large Camera Shoulder Bag

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Leather Large Camera Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Chanel Quilted 'Camera Bag' Shoulder Bag in black color from 1991 circa. Features upper

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Chanel Vintage Quilted Leather Smooth Trim Timeless Double Flap Bag

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Chanel Vintage Quilted Leather Smooth Trim Timeless Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

certificate will be provided at no further cost. Vintage Chanel Quilted Double Flap Bag with Two Tone (silver

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Chanel Vintage Black Jersey Double Flap 2.55 Bag Mademoiselle Chain

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Chanel Vintage Black Jersey Double Flap 2.55 Bag Mademoiselle Chain

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

certificate will be provided at no further cost. Classic Chanel 2.55 Double flap bag in black quilted jersey

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Chanel Vintage Dark Blue Quilted Leather Logo Tassel Shoulder Bag

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Size: S

Chanel Vintage Dark Blue Quilted Leather Logo Tassel Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Chanel shoulder bag in dark blue quilted leather. Flap with magnetic button closure. CC

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Chanel Vintage Beige Quilted Caviar Jumbo Timeless Classic Flap Bag

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Chanel Vintage Beige Quilted Caviar Jumbo Timeless Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Jumbo' Classic Single Flap Maxi Timeless Bag. Beige quilted caviar leather. Silver metal

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Jumbo Classic Flap 2.55 Shoulder Bag

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Jumbo Classic Flap 2.55 Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

It features double 'CC' turn lock closure and interwoven chain/leather straps; can be worn on the

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55' Quilted Double Flap 2.55 Bag in Black color. Periord/Era: 1997-1999

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Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm

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Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55' Quilted Double Flap 2.55 Bag in red color. Periord/Era: 1989-1991

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55 - 25 cm' Quilted Double Flap Bag in Black color. Periord/Era: 1991

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55 - 25 cm' Quilted Double Flap Bag in Black color. Periord/Era: 1991

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Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm

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Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic Small 2.55 Bag 23 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55' Quilted Double Flap 2.55 Bag in red color. Periord/Era: 1989-1991

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

certificate will be provided at no further cost Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55 - 25 cm' Quilted Double Flap Bag

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

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Chanel Vintage Black Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

certificate will be provided at no further cost Chanel 'Timeless Classic 2.55 - 25 cm' Quilted Double Flap Bag

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Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

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Chanel Vintage Red Quilted Timeless Classic 2.55 Shoulder Bag 25 cm

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

This beautiful Bag will come with a Certificate of Authenticity provided by Entrupy, leading

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Chanel Black Bi-Quilted Leather Medium Boy Shoulder Bag

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Chanel Black Bi-Quilted Leather Medium Boy Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

certificate will be provided at no further cost. Introducing the iconic Chanel Medium Boy shoulder bag, a

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Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Maxi Timeless Classic 2.55 Double Flap Bag

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Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Maxi Timeless Classic 2.55 Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Maxi' Timeless Classic Quilted Double Flap Bag, a true icon of elegance and sophistication

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Vintage 1990s Chanel Mini Cream Lambskin CC Quilted Drawstring Bucket Bag

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H 7.49 in W 2.76 in L 5.52 in

Vintage 1990s Chanel Mini Cream Lambskin CC Quilted Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Vintage Chanel mini bucket bag in cream lambskin leather with gold hardware. Rare mini size. Slight

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Chanel Vintage Tan Woven Raffia and Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag, 1992-1993.

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H 9 in D 6 in L 8.25 in

Chanel Vintage Tan Woven Raffia and Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag, 1992-1993.

By Chanel

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Chanel Vintage Tan Woven Raffia and Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag, 1992-1993. This highly coveted

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Chanel Black CC Perforated Caviar Leather Vintage Timeless Bucket Bag

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H 12.6 in W 11.82 in D 5.52 in

Chanel Black CC Perforated Caviar Leather Vintage Timeless Bucket Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"CHANEL Black CC Perforated Caviar Leather Vintage Timeless Bucket Bag Serial Number: 318

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Chanel black caviar CC drawstring bucket bag

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Chanel black caviar CC drawstring bucket bag

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Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel vintage cc drawstring bucket bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, blue and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a chanel vintage cc drawstring bucket bag may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

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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.

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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.

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