Chloé Brown Leather Ethel 2way Tote Bag 108cl2
By Chloé
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 03-10-50 Made In: Hungary Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 7.5" Height: 7" Shoulder Handle Drop: 22" Handle Drop: 2" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B...
Chloé Brown Leather Ethel 2way Tote Bag 108cl2
By Chloé
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 03-10-50 Made In: Hungary Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 7.5" Height: 7" Shoulder Handle Drop: 22" Handle Drop: 2" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B...
CHLOE Ethel tan smooth leather gold logo square buckles small shoulder bag
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE Ethel tan smooth leather gold logo square buckles small shoulder bag Reference: CELG/A00400
CHLOE Ethel tan smooth leather gold logo square buckles small shoulder bag
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE Ethel tan smooth leather gold logo square buckles small shoulder bag Reference: CELG/A00400
Chloé Black Leather Ethel 2way Tote Bag 4CH108
By Chloé
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 4CH108 Made In: Measurements: Length: 9.5 " Width: 9 " Height: 10.5 " Shoulder Handle Drop: 20 " Handle Drop: 2.5 " OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) ...
CHLOE 'Ethel' Plum Lambskin & Goatskin Top Handle Satchel Bag
By Chloé
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic CHLOE Ethel Satchel bag in plum. It is done in soft and supple lambskin and
Chloe Beige Shimmering Suede Medium Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A stunning handbag from Chloe for the glam evenings! This Chloe Ethel satchel is crafted from
Chloe Beige Shimmering Suede Medium Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A stunning handbag from Chloe for the glam evenings! This Chloe Ethel satchel is crafted from
Chloe Cream Leather Medium Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A stunning handbag from Chloé for everyday use! This Chloé Ethel satchel is crafted from leather
Chloe Metallic Gold/Beige Checkered Leather Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A stunning handbag from Chloe for the glam evenings! This Chloe Ethel Satchel is crafted from
Chloe Red Leather Ethel
By Chloé
Located in Orlando, FL
The Ethel features a leather body, rolled handles, detachable shoulder strap, top zip closure, and
Chloe Gray Leather Ethel
By Chloé
Located in Orlando, FL
The Ethel features a leather body, rolled handles, detachable flat strap, a top zip closure, and an
Chloe Black Leather Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Orlando, FL
The Ethel features a leather body, rolled handles, gold-tone hardware, a top zip closure, and an
Chloe Bronze Leather Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
If you are looking for something that reflects chic and luxury, then this satchel is a perfect choice. Crafted from premium materials, it can be conveniently carried around and its i...
Chloe Beige/Brown Leather Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Indulge in timeless luxury with this Chloe bag. Meticulously crafted, this leather satchel combines
Chloe Beige/Brown Leather Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Indulge in timeless luxury with this Chloe bag. Meticulously crafted, this leather satchel combines
Chloe Brown Leather Medium Ethel Satchel
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This satchel is rendered in the finest quality materials into an elegant design. Versatile and functional it is well sized for your daily use.
Chloe Blue Navy Leather Ethel Satchel Hungary
By Chloé
Located in Orlando, FL
The Ethel features a leather body, rolled handles, gold-tone hardware, top zip closure, and
Sold
W 9.45 in D 4.73 in L 5.52 in
Vintage Authentic Chloe Brown Beige Leather Ethel Satchel HUNGARY SMALL
By Chloé
Located in Orlando, FL
The Ethel features a leather body, rolled handles, a flat leather strap, gold-tone hardware, a top
Sold
W 13.78 in D 4.73 in L 9.85 in
Vintage Authentic Chloe Brown Leather Ethel Satchel HUNGARY w Dust Bag MEDIUM
By Chloé
Located in Orlando, FL
The Ethel features a leather body, rolled handles, a flat leather strap, a gold-tone hardware, a
Chloe Black Leather Ethel
By Chloé
Located in Orlando, FL
The Ethel features a leather body, rolled handles, gold-tone hardware, and a top zip closure.
Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag, a stunning accessory that embodies the essence of early 2000s fashion while remaining effortlessly chic. Circ...
rare VERSACE 2022 Runway metal mesh chainmail Medusa safety pin top skirt IT38
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VERSACE 2022 Runway green purple metal mesh chainmail Medusa safety pin top skirt IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/D01069 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2022 - Ru...
Finest North American White Lynx Belly Full Length Hood Fur Coat
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Wrap yourself in luxury with this stunning finest North American white lynx belly fur coat. Crafted from the purest white lynx fur, sourced from North America and expertly handcrafte...
Vintage Christian Lacroix Corset
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Christian Lacroix Corset. Condition : very good Collection : Christian Lacroix Lingerie Made in France Material : silk, polyester Color : white, red Size : 1 Lining : polye...
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace RUNWAY dress with bustle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lace dress was documented on the runwa...
$1,159Sale Price|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 11.82 in D 5.12 in
Chloe Aby Grey Leather Shoulder/Crossbody/Top Handle Bag
By Chloé
Located in Arnhem, NL
A CHLOÉ " Aby " shoulder bag made of grey (Motty Grey) leather with light gold and silver toned hardware. The interior consists of two major compartments divided by a pocket with a z...
$14,861
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
New Escada Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Tiered Sleeveless Tiered Empire Blouse 38
By Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic new ESCADA leopard / cheetah print silk tiered pleated empire top! Three tiers, with accordian pleated silk. Beautiful leopard print in brown, beige, tan, light brown and black....
Azzedine Alaia black varnished pony hair trench coat, fw 2014
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Presenting an exceptional Azzedine Alaia trench coat, a true collector's gem from the autumn-winter 2014 collection. This trench coat showcases the legendary designer's unparalleled ...
Valentino 98 Vintage black embellished tassel backless sequin maxi dress gown
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage An incredibly rare black embellished gown from Valentino Spring/Summer 1998 Beautiful fine silk crepe that is cut on the bias, means that the dress drapes and moul...
$19,354
Size: FR42 - UK14 - US10
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Green Knit and Satin Evening Ensemble, SS 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A two-piece ensemble from Christian Dior by John Galliano, Spring-Summer 1999, consisting of a fitted cable-knit sweater and a coordinating column skirt in a muted seafoam green hue....
NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Baar, CH
New with tags, this never-before-worn archival piece has been carefully stored for the past 18 years, preserving its pristine condition. An absolutely stunning and rare masterpiece ...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent FW 2002 Iconic Runway Silk Black Blouse Jacket
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning creation by Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall/Winter 2002 Collection. Runway and editorial documented black silk taffeta blouse or jacket with velvet trim accents. Can a...
Vintage 2000s Roberto Cavalli Silk Black Coral Gold Halter Dress Gown Mermaid
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage 2000s Roberto Cavalli Dress Black silk with purple, coral + cream accents throughout Abstract paisley print + metallic gold painted look accents High halter style neckline wi...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 Purple Cheetah Binikini
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Cheetah Bikini, Top size FR 85 B, Bottom size FR 40. Condition: Really good.
A part of the Left Bank intellectual crowd who shared her mother’s fondness for fashion, Chloé cofounder Gaby Aghion was inspired to empower independent working women to break from the conservative dress of the 1950s and don more free-spirited, feminine designs that were appropriate for both work and social life.
Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Aghion established her fashion house in Paris in 1952 with her business partner Jacques Lenoir to develop her own source of income, separate from her husband’s. She was one of the first designers to embrace the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter as a middle ground between haute couture and off-the-rack for the masses.
In 1964, Aghion hired a fledgling Karl Lagerfeld as a designer. The pair would bring Chloé into the international spotlight with their easy yet glamorous lines that drew such fans as Jacqueline Kennedy. Lagerfeld became the staff creative lead at Chloé in 1974 and stayed with the brand until 1983, during which time he became known for his romantic silk dresses that continued Aghion’s feminine vision and were a favorite of the “rich hippie” set. In 1988, then-unknown designer Martine Sitbon took the helm of Chloé for several years before Lagerfeld returned as creative director from 1992 to 1997, drawing all of the iconic 1990s supermodels to his runway.
After his second departure, Chloé tapped yet another early-career designer to lead the label: a punky 25-year-old Stella McCartney, who earned the position not because of her famous lineage (she’s the daughter of Paul and Linda McCartney), but because of her fashion education at Central Saint Martins and work experience on London’s Savile Row and at Christian Lacroix. Following McCartney’s exit to launch her own line in 2001 — not long after introducing the diffusion label See by Chloé that year — Chloé named Phoebe Philo to the post.
Under Philo’s leadership, Chloé expanded from women’s clothing to an accessories line — including handbags — and debuted the legendary Paddington bag in 2005. The padlocked satchel, notorious for weighing a hefty three pounds while empty, became one of the “It bags” of the decade (the brand’s double-handled Marcie holds its own in that regard); the entire 8,000-bag initial production run sold out via preorders.
Philo left Chloé in 2006; her successors include, among others, Clare Waight Kelle and Natacha Ramsay-Levi, who announced that she would be departing the house in late 2020. Part of Chloé’s decades-long lasting influence — which we’d like to speculate would appease Aghion greatly — is the brand’s dedication as a career-launching platform for newbie designers, particularly women.
Browse an extraordinary inventory of vintage Chloé handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
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.