Chanel White Pocket in the City Tote
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel White Caviar Pocket in the City Large Tote in very good condition.
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Chanel White Tote
2014 Chanel Small White CC Pocket Tote
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair this tote with a classic Chanel tweed jacket and skinny jeans for a chic casual look.
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Quilted White Caviar Grand Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Quilted White Caviar Grand Shopper Tote in fair condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Black and White Leather Weekend Duffel Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Oversized Chanel quilted logo letters duffel bag leather travel tote. 1992 {VINTAGE 32 Years} White lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple black lambskin Tw...
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel 2008 Black White Lambskin Mini Shopping Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black & White Lambskin Mini Shopping Bag Tote Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5033 Brand: Chanel Model: Mini Shopping Bag Tote Type: Tote, Shopper Serial Number: 12792574 Ag...
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel White/Gold Canvas Lurex Medium Deauville Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel White/Gold Canvas Lurex Medium Deauville Tote Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2019 Color: White and gold Hardware: Pale goldtone Materials: Mixed fibers with leather t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Extra Large Clear Transparent Lambskin White Naked Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Clear transparent naked diamond stitch quilted Chanel vintage tote in an oversized XXXL featuring white lambskin leather logo and silver hardware.
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags
Chanel Off-White CC Logo Shopper Tote 862125
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 12567358 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.5 " Width: 4.75" Height: 15.5" Handle Drop: 8" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: None ...
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20th Century Tote Bags
Chanel White Quilted Caviar Leather Shopping Fever Large Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: Coin Purse,Original Dust Bag size: Width:33cm,height:28cm Designer: Chanel Model: White Caviar Leather Tote Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: White Inter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Black Nylon White CC Logo Unisex Tote Bag, 41x31 cm
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel Black nylon white CC Logo tote bag measurements: 41*31*11 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel 2007 Twin Chain Mini White Over Arm or Handheld Rare Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2007 Twin Chain Mini White Over Arm or Handheld Rare Tote Bag Year: 2007 {Vintage 17 Years} White leather Logo patch to the front Two rear zip-fastening pockets Lobster claw...
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Navy Blue Two Way Airline Black White Travel Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
circa 2016-2017 royal blue concealed magnetic fastening front buckle fastening two top handles adjustable detachable shoulder strap main compartment
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Transparent and Lambskin White Naked XXXL Extra Large Clear Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Clear transparent naked diamond stitch quilted Chanel vintage tote in an oversized XXXL featuring white lambskin leather logo and silver hardware.
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags
Chanel 2008-2009 Black and White Quilted Lambskin Vertical Shopping Chain Tote
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Fari,Signs of normal use, with partial damage to the leather, wear on the hardware, and stains ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Limited Edition Vintage Duffel Tote Black and White Leather Weekend Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Oversized Chanel quilted logo letters duffel bag leather travel tote. 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} White lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple black lambskin Tw...
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel Limited Edition Vintage Duffel Tote White and Black Leather Weekend Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Oversized Chanel quilted logo letters duffel bag leather travel tote. 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} Black lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple black lambskin Tw...
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel Shopping Top Handle Tote Cotton Beach Black and White Terry Cloth Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Shopping Top Handle Tote Cotton Beach Black and White Terry Cloth Bag Black and White with leather straps in excellent condition.
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1990s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 2007 Runway Karl Lagerfeld Vintage White Dual Twin Chain Mini Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Runway Karl Lagerfeld Vintage White Dual Twin Chain Mini Tote Bag 2007 {Vintage 17 Years} Gunmetal Hardware White Calfskin Leather Chain-Link Handle Satin Lining Zip Closure...
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel New White Graffiti Beach Set
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel brand new oversize graffiti beach set. White with multicolor pattern, lined in white cotton. Terry cloth towel 70" x 48". Sometimes imperfections in the print might be visible.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Rare CHANEL Jumbo CC XL Tote in water-repellent canvas navy blue & white
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
RARE CHANEL JUMBO CC XL TOTE IN WATER-REPELLENT CANVAS NAVY BLUE & WHITE LAMBSKIN – A VINTAGE ARCHIVAL BEACH & BOATING MASTERPIECE FROM THE EARLY KARL LAGERFELD ERA (1986–198...
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1980s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel New White Terry Cloth Beach Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Paris Greece 2017 Resort collection terry cloth beach bag. White and gold. 2 interior small pockets. Handle drop 7.5”
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel New Black/White Terry Cloth Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel new black and white terry cloth beach bag with numbers and colors. 2 interior small pockets. Handle drop 7.5”.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 2008 Cruise White Chain Hobo Bag with Large CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Effortlessly capturing the relaxed glamour of resort-era Chanel, this 2008 Cruise hobo bag translates the house’s signature codes into a lighter, more fluid silhouette. Rendered in c...
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Early 2000s Tote Bags
Chanel Vintage Multicolor Canvas Embellished Printed Map Of Paris Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Multicolor Map Of Paris Shoulder Bag Orange Printed Gold-Tone Hardware Chain-Link Shoulder Straps Canvas Lining & Dual Interior Pockets Turn-Lock Closure at Front Lov...
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags
Chanel White Quilted Calfskin Small Chain Flat Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel White Quilted Calfskin Small Chain Flat Tote SKU: 154494 MSRP: 5100.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in ver...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote 2001 {VINTAGE 23 Years} Silver and gold with interwoven multi colored tweed chain Zipper interior pocket Interior black felt linin...
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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Vintage Black White Quilted Canvas Logo Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Vintage Black White Quilted Canvas Logo Tote SKU: 154872 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in very good condition w...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags
Chanel Vintage White Logo Black Canvas Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage White Logo Black Canvas Tote Bag *4844540 ( The serial number is hard to read.)
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2010s French Contemporary Vanity Items
Chanel White Caviar Leather Front Pocket Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The inside is lined with leather and contains two pockets, each with a CC disk logo zip tag, two open compartments on each side, and a flat bottom for freestanding. Chanel Chain Tote...
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1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
Chanel Rare Vintage 22 White Quilted Swarovski CharmShoulder Hobo Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 22 White Quilted Swarovski Charm Crossbody Shoulder Hobo Tote Bag Year: 2006-2008 Silver hardware White calfskin diamond quilted leather Leather shoulder stra...
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Early 2000s Italian Hobo Bags
CHANEL White Caviar Leather Tote Zipper Black Trim w/ Pouch Authentic
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: Coin Purse,Original Dust Bag size: Width:33cm,height:28cm Designer: Chanel Model: White Caviar Leather Tote Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: White Inter...
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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
Chanel Cream Caviar Leather Cerf Reissue Tote bag 9ck216s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel Cream Caviar Leather Cerf Reissue Tote bag 9ck216s Date Code/Serial Number: 0132200 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14 " Width: 3.5 " Height: 8 " Handle Drop: 6.5" OVER...
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Chanel Rare Bone Beige Off White Quilted Leather Travel Carry-On Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Bone Beige Off White Quilted Leather Travel Carry-On Tote Bag 2005 {VINTAGE 17 Years} This bag is done in beige quilted distressed leather, featuring two ha...
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Early 2000s Italian Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags
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Chanel Cocoon Quilted Caviar 216668 White Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: 14044942 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 7.5" Height: 8.5" Handle drop: 5" Condition: OVERALL EXC...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel White Caviar Leather Quilted 'CC' "Grand Shopping Tote" Bag
Unavailable
H 9.75 in W 5.25 in L 13 in
Chanel White Caviar Leather Quilted 'CC' "Grand Shopping Tote" Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
The classic GST "Grand Shopping Tote" from Chanel circa 2005-2006. Lightly padded caviar leather construction.
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Coco Window Black & White Canvas Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Chanel Canvas tote bag with the Coco Window Design.
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2010s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Cc Logo Embossed 22cca11617 White Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: 594660 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 15.5" Handle drop: 7" OVERALL VERY GOOD CON...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Nylon White Printed Logo Shopping Tote Bag Multicolor
Unavailable
H 13.25 in W 10.5 in D 3.75 in
Chanel Nylon White Printed Logo Shopping Tote Bag Multicolor
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This Chanel nylon CC logo printed bag features white, pink, and blue diamond stitching in an intricate design. The bag features a blue leather top handle and a front zipper pocket, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Canvas White 5x5 Lady's First Collection Beach Tote Bag
Unavailable
H 12.25 in W 13 in D 5.5 in
Chanel Canvas White 5x5 Lady's First Collection Beach Tote Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
The Chanel Tote is from the Spring/Summer 2015 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 2.55 Reissue Cerf Ivory Caviar Executive 869763 White Leather Tote
Unavailable
H 7.48 in W 4.72 in L 13.3 in
Chanel 2.55 Reissue Cerf Ivory Caviar Executive 869763 White Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 13.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 34 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.48 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 19 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Vintage CHANEL ivory white caviar large tote bag, shopper bag with chains.
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage CHANEL ivory white color caviar leather large tote bag, shopper with gold-tone chains and large CC stitch mark.
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel Cambon Essential 224734 White X Black Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 12774989 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 15.5" Width: 4.75" Height: 9.75" Shoulder strap drop: 7.75" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Seria...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Off White "Outdoor Ligne" Quilted Leather "Shopper Tote" Bag
Unavailable
H 7 in W 5 in L 9.5 in
Chanel Off White "Outdoor Ligne" Quilted Leather "Shopper Tote" Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Carry your necessities in style with Chanel's "Shopper Tote" featuring "Outdoor Ligne" quilting and silver-tone hardware detailing.
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel 2.55 Reissue Cerf Ivory Cc Caviar Executive 216076 White Leather Tote
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 13.77 in L 5.51 in
Chanel 2.55 Reissue Cerf Ivory Cc Caviar Executive 216076 White Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date Code:1006907 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 5.51" Width: 13.77" Height: 9.05" Handle Drop: 7" OVERALL GOOD + CONDITION ...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Vintage Chanel New Travel Line Black and White Tote bag
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Chanel Travel Line Tote Bag in Jacquard nylon. Outside has black leather should straps and piping with metal studs on the bottom to protect your bag. Inside has black washabl...
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1990s French Tote Bags
Chanel Extra Large Zig 221375 White X Navy Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 11343366 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16.92" Width: 7.08" Height: 8.66" Shoulder strap drop: 8.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Includ...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Vintage CHANEL white color caviar leather chain shoulder large tote bag
Unavailable
H 9.8 in W 13.3 in D 5.7 in
Vintage CHANEL white color caviar leather chain shoulder large tote bag
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Vintage CHANEL white color caviar leather chain shoulder large tote bag with gold-tone chain handles and large CC stitch mark.
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1990s Italian Tote Bags
Chanel White Quilted Lambskin 2023 Club Monaco Tote Gold Hardware w/ Card
Unavailable
H 14 in W 16 in D 3 in
Chanel White Quilted Lambskin 2023 Club Monaco Tote Gold Hardware w/ Card
By Chanel
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Chanel White Quilted Lambskin 2023 Club Monaco Tote Gold Hardware w/ Card Gorgeous White Lambskin Quilted Tote by Chanel Features White Leather Strap and Gold-Plated Hardware Appx W...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel XL White x Black Cotton x Vinyl Tote Hand Bag
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Chanel hand bag in Black cotton x vinyl. Chanel CC logo is stitched on the front of the bag. The inside has 1 large pocket with zipper and 6 open pockets. Comfortably carried in hand...
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Late 20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel White Monogram Tote
Unavailable
Chanel White Monogram Tote
Located in New York, NY
Length: 14 Inches Height: 10.75 Inches Material: Leather
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1990s Tote Bags
Chanel Cruise Line Navy White Stripes Red CC Tote Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This classic tote bag is made of striped canvas and has an application of abstract linear patterns that are exciting and bold.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
Chanel Cambon Ligne Flat 226873 White X Black Quilted Leather Tote
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H 13.5 in W 1 in L 12.25 in
Chanel Cambon Ligne Flat 226873 White X Black Quilted Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 9837474 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.25" Width: 1" Height: 13.5" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Shopping Two-tone Quilted Chain 215949 White X Black Tote
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H 12.5 in W 6.9 in D 16.3 in
Chanel Shopping Two-tone Quilted Chain 215949 White X Black Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: 13189226 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16.3" Width: 6.9" Height: 12.5" Shoulder strap drop: 9.5" OVERALL V...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Reissue Shoulder Bag Tote in White Quilted Leather with Silver HW
By Chanel
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Iconic Chanel tote in quilted leather with silver Mademoiselle lock and silver chain with toggle connections. Includes dustbag. Fabric lined with three compartments, the center zippe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Petit Shopping Tote bag (PST) in Off-White Caviar quilted leather, SHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Chanel Shopping PST (Petit Shopping Tote) bag in in off-white caviar leather, silver metal trim, double handle in silv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Woven Two-tone Satchel 219321 White X Pink Suede Leather Tote
Unavailable
H 7.4 in W 3.3 in L 16.6 in
Chanel Woven Two-tone Satchel 219321 White X Pink Suede Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Serial Number:9833286 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16.6" Width: 3.3" Height: 7.4" H...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel Large Coco Window Tote 224878 Black X White Canvas Shoulder Bag
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H 13.5 in W 5 in L 12.25 in
Chanel Large Coco Window Tote 224878 Black X White Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 8173811 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.25" Width: 5" Height: 13.5" Shoulder strap drop: 7.75" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Serial S...
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20th Century Italian Tote Bags
Chanel XL cotton towel terry black and white top handle beach tote bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
XL towel tote comes with XL reversible CC towel, NEVER USED Leather straps Metal Clasp closure Large CC engraved on both sides of towel Flat Bottom 20" L x 6" W x 15" H Large towel m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
Chanel Perforated White Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare! Stand out from the crowd in this chic Chanel tote! This tote features three iconic interlocking 'CC' details both on the front and the back of the bag, internal butto...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses
Chanel White Quilting Lambskin Leather Shoulder Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: White Material: Lambskin Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Minor Scratches Corners: Minor Scratches Edges: Obvious Scratches Handles/Stra...
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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags
Chanel Shopping Tote Off-white Quilted Caviar Petite 233992 White Shoulder Bag
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H 7.6 in W 5.11 in L 9.8 in
Chanel Shopping Tote Off-white Quilted Caviar Petite 233992 White Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 12668280 Measurements: Length: 9.8" Width: 5.1" Height: 7.6" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Serial Seal Sticker, Box and Authenticity Card Sig...
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20th Century Unknown Shoulder Bags
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Chanel White Tote For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel white tote you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning White, Gray, Beige and more. If you’re looking for a chanel white tote 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.
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On average, a chanel white tote on 1stDibs sells for $2,053, while they’re typically $340 on the low end and $14,920 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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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.
Finding the Right Handbags-purses-bags 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 bag — Birkin, 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.
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