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CHLOE Leather Limited Edition SO BLACK Paddington Bag
CHLOE Leather Limited Edition SO BLACK Paddington Bag

CHLOE Leather Limited Edition SO BLACK Paddington Bag

By Chloé

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic CHLOE Leather Limited Edition SO BLACK Paddington Bag. Done in a fantastic

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Handbags and Purses

CHLOE Olive Leather Front Pocket Paddington Satchel Bag
CHLOE Olive Leather Front Pocket Paddington Satchel Bag

CHLOE Olive Leather Front Pocket Paddington Satchel Bag

By Chloé

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic CHLOE Leather Front Pocket Paddington Satchel Bag. Done in a fantastic olive

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Chloe Blue Midnight w Silver Hardware Paddington Bag
Chloe Blue Midnight w Silver Hardware Paddington Bag

Chloe Blue Midnight w Silver Hardware Paddington Bag

By Chloé

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic CHLOE Blue Leather Paddington Bag. Done in a fantastic blue tone, this bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Chloé Paddington Large Leather Shoulder Bag
Chloé Paddington Large Leather Shoulder Bag

Chloé Paddington Large Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in London, GB

Chloé Paddington large leather shoulder bag. Brown. Zip fastening at top. Does not come with

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chloé Paddington 866214 Black Leather Shoulder Bag
Chloé Paddington 866214 Black Leather Shoulder Bag

Chloé Paddington 866214 Black Leather Shoulder Bag

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H 7.87 in W 7.87 in L 16.1 in

Chloé Paddington 866214 Black Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 16.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 41 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 20 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Unknown Structured Shoulder Bags

Chloé Paddington Limited Edition 867315 Metallic Pewter Leather Tote
Chloé Paddington Limited Edition 867315 Metallic Pewter Leather Tote

Chloé Paddington Limited Edition 867315 Metallic Pewter Leather Tote

By Chloé

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 6.29 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 16 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Unknown Tote Bags

Chloé Paddington Pewter Metallic 869300 Silver Leather Shoulder Bag
Chloé Paddington Pewter Metallic 869300 Silver Leather Shoulder Bag

Chloé Paddington Pewter Metallic 869300 Silver Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 14 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

Chloé Paddington Padlock Hobo 868993 Green Leather Shoulder Bag
Chloé Paddington Padlock Hobo 868993 Green Leather Shoulder Bag

Chloé Paddington Padlock Hobo 868993 Green Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 10 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian Tote Bags

Chloé Paddington Limited Edition 866572 Silver Leather Shoulder Bag
Chloé Paddington Limited Edition 866572 Silver Leather Shoulder Bag

Chloé Paddington Limited Edition 866572 Silver Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chloe Brown Leather Paddington Bag Tote Satchel Handbag
Chloe Brown Leather Paddington Bag Tote Satchel Handbag

Chloe Brown Leather Paddington Bag Tote Satchel Handbag

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE 'Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in brown color. This bag features

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloe Charcoal Leather Front Pocket Paddington Bag Satchel Handbag
Chloe Charcoal Leather Front Pocket Paddington Bag Satchel Handbag

Chloe Charcoal Leather Front Pocket Paddington Bag Satchel Handbag

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE 'Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in a Charcoal color. This bag features

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloe Beige Leather Small Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag
Chloe Beige Leather Small Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag

Chloe Beige Leather Small Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE Small 'Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in beige color. This bag features

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloe Light Brown Leather Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag
Chloe Light Brown Leather Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag

Chloe Light Brown Leather Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in light brown color. This bag features

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloe Silver Metal Leather Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag
Chloe Silver Metal Leather Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag

Chloe Silver Metal Leather Paddington Tote Bag Satchel Handbag

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in silver metal color. This bag features

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloé Paddington Black Leather Bag
Chloé Paddington Black Leather Bag

Chloé Paddington Black Leather Bag

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H 4.73 in D 7.09 in L 14.18 in

Chloé Paddington Black Leather Bag

By Chloé

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Iconic Chloé Paddington Leather Black color Two handles Double zip closure Internal zip pocket

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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chloé Paddington Leather Shoulder Bag
Chloé Paddington Leather Shoulder Bag

Chloé Paddington Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Milano, Lombardia

An iconic symbol of early-2000s fashion, the Chloé Paddington remains one of the most recognizable

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Early 2000s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chloé Paddington Bag Black - '00s
Chloé Paddington Bag Black - '00s

Chloé Paddington Bag Black - '00s

By Chloé

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The Chloé Paddington bag in black leather stands out for its bold details, including chunky

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Early 2000s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chloé White Leather Paddington Bag
Chloé White Leather Paddington Bag

Chloé White Leather Paddington Bag

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H 6.7 in D 6.7 in L 13.78 in

Chloé White Leather Paddington Bag

By Chloé

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

iconic and beautiful Chloé bag Paddington model Leather White color Two handles Big golden

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2010s Italian Hobo Bags

Chole Large Paddington Black Leather Handbag
Chole Large Paddington Black Leather Handbag

Chole Large Paddington Black Leather Handbag

By Chloé

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chole large Paddington black leather handbag, silver and gold hardware. Multi pockets, has attached

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Taupe Chloe Paddington Leather Tote Bag
Taupe Chloe Paddington Leather Tote Bag

Taupe Chloe Paddington Leather Tote Bag

By Chloé

Located in New York, NY

Taupe leather Paddington tote bag by Chloe. Studded details. Dual carry handles. Lock and key

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chloé Paddington bag size Unique
Chloé Paddington bag size Unique

Chloé Paddington bag size Unique

By Chloé

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Leather and patent Purple color Two handles Double zip closure Internal zip pocket Bronze metal inserts Key locker with key Cm 45 x 26 x 12 (17.7 x 10.2 x 4.72 inches)

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloé Black Leather Paddington 859214
Chloé Black Leather Paddington 859214

Chloé Black Leather Paddington 859214

By Chloé

Located in Dix hills, NY

Width (inch) : 16.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 41 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 20 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Structured Shoulder Bags

Chloé Paddington mini bag size Unique
Chloé Paddington mini bag size Unique

Chloé Paddington mini bag size Unique

By Chloé

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Paddington mini vanity case Year 2005 Leather Dark green color Two handles Big golden padlock with

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloe Black Leather  Paddington Zip Tote Bag
Chloe Black Leather  Paddington Zip Tote Bag

Chloe Black Leather Paddington Zip Tote Bag

By Chloé

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- This famous Chloe black paddington zip tote bag features a leather body, rolled handles, Donned

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Chloé Tan Leather Paddington Padlock Satchel 1CHL1020
Chloé Tan Leather Paddington Padlock Satchel 1CHL1020

Chloé Tan Leather Paddington Padlock Satchel 1CHL1020

By Chloé

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 02-06-53 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10.5" Width: 6" Height: 8" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

CHLOE beige leather PADDINGTON MINI Satchel Shoulder Bag
CHLOE beige leather PADDINGTON MINI Satchel Shoulder Bag

CHLOE beige leather PADDINGTON MINI Satchel Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Zürich, CH

Chloé "Mini Paddington" shoulder bag in creme leather. Closes with two zippers on top. Lined in

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHLOE dark brown leather PADDINGTON Satchel Shoulder Bag
CHLOE dark brown leather PADDINGTON Satchel Shoulder Bag

CHLOE dark brown leather PADDINGTON Satchel Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Zürich, CH

Chloé 'Paddington' shoulder bag in dark brown leather with a lock (comes with key). Open outside

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chloe Beige Tan Leather Paddington Bag Tote Satchel
Chloe Beige Tan Leather Paddington Bag Tote Satchel

Chloe Beige Tan Leather Paddington Bag Tote Satchel

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in a tan beige color. This bag features

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

CHLOE Shoulder Bag - Charcoal Leather Paddington Capsule PadLock Chain
CHLOE Shoulder Bag - Charcoal Leather Paddington Capsule PadLock Chain

CHLOE Shoulder Bag - Charcoal Leather Paddington Capsule PadLock Chain

By Chloé

Located in San Francisco, CA

CHLOE "Paddington Capsule" shoulder bag comes in a charcoal leather and features double covered top

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloe Beige Leather Paddington Tote Medium Satchel Bowling Bag
Chloe Beige Leather Paddington Tote Medium Satchel Bowling Bag

Chloe Beige Leather Paddington Tote Medium Satchel Bowling Bag

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE 'Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in a beige color. This bag features

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

CHLOE Paddington grey pebble leather silver padlock shoulder satchel bag
CHLOE Paddington grey pebble leather silver padlock shoulder satchel bag

CHLOE Paddington grey pebble leather silver padlock shoulder satchel bag

By Chloé

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHLOE Paddington grey pebble leather silver padlock shoulder satchel bag Reference: GIYG/A00303

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chloe Beige Off White Leather Large Paddington Bag Tote Satchel
Chloe Beige Off White Leather Large Paddington Bag Tote Satchel

Chloe Beige Off White Leather Large Paddington Bag Tote Satchel

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE 'Paddington Bag' crafted in genuine leather in a off white beige color. This bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Chloé Paddington bag size Unique
Chloé Paddington bag size Unique

Chloé Paddington bag size Unique

By Chloé

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Leather Cognac color Two handles Big golden padlock with key Internal pocket with zip Zip closure Three other internal pockets Cm 36 x 17 x 19 (14.17 x 6.69 x 7.48 inches)

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2010s Italian Hobo Bags

CHLOE Rare Ivory Cream Paddington 2way 7CL1226K
CHLOE Rare Ivory Cream Paddington 2way 7CL1226K

CHLOE Rare Ivory Cream Paddington 2way 7CL1226K

By Chloé

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 0109515811 Made In: Romania Measurements: Length: "11 Width: 7" Height: 8 " Shoulder Handle Drop: " Handle Drop: 8" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chloe Brown Paddington Boston Bag 863256
Chloe Brown Paddington Boston Bag 863256

Chloe Brown Paddington Boston Bag 863256

By Chloé

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chloe Brown Paddington Boston Bag 863256

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20th Century Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

2000s Chloe Black Leather Paddington Zip Around Wallet
2000s Chloe Black Leather Paddington Zip Around Wallet

2000s Chloe Black Leather Paddington Zip Around Wallet

By Chloé

Located in Arnhem, NL

Chloe Paddington Zip Around wallet in black leather and with a gold toned padlock, The wallet

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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Wallets

Chloe Black Leather Large Paddington Padlock Shoulder Bag
Chloe Black Leather Large Paddington Padlock Shoulder Bag

Chloe Black Leather Large Paddington Padlock Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Rome, Rome

Gorgeous CHLOE 'Paddington Shoulder Bag' crafted in genuine leather in a black color. This bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Paddington Leather Satchel Bag Camel
Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Paddington Leather Satchel Bag Camel

Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Paddington Leather Satchel Bag Camel

By Chloé

Located in London, GB

Height: 20 cm 8 in Width: 19 cm 7. 5 in Length: 35 cm 13. 7 in Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Paddington Leather

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21st Century and Contemporary British Structured Shoulder Bags

CHLOE dark brown leather PADDINGTON CAPSULE Satchel Shoulder Bag
CHLOE dark brown leather PADDINGTON CAPSULE Satchel Shoulder Bag

CHLOE dark brown leather PADDINGTON CAPSULE Satchel Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Zürich, CH

Chloe 'Paddington Capsule Satchel' shoulder bag in dark brown leather with contrasting taupe

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chloé Leather Gray x Gold Paddington Long Wallet 71cl422s
Chloé Leather Gray x Gold Paddington Long Wallet 71cl422s

Chloé Leather Gray x Gold Paddington Long Wallet 71cl422s

By Chloé

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chloé Leather Gray x Gold Paddington Long Wallet 71cl422s Date Code/Serial Number: 04-14-51-65-5955

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21st Century and Contemporary Wallets

2000s Chloe Paddington by Phoebe Philo Top Handle Shoulder Bag in Brown Leather
2000s Chloe Paddington by Phoebe Philo Top Handle Shoulder Bag in Brown Leather

2000s Chloe Paddington by Phoebe Philo Top Handle Shoulder Bag in Brown Leather

By Chloé, Phoebe Philo

Located in Arnhem, NL

Chloe Paddington top handle /shoulder bag made of light brown leather with gold toned hardware. The

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chloe Paddington Bag Red
Chloe Paddington Bag Red

Chloe Paddington Bag Red

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H 7.09 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in

Chloe Paddington Bag Red

By Chloé

Located in Antwerp, BE

Chloé Paddington red and silver , a timeless satchel accented with meticulous contrast stitching

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Chloe Handbag Paddington mini in beige calf leather
Chloe Handbag Paddington mini in beige calf leather

Chloe Handbag Paddington mini in beige calf leather

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H 3.94 in D 5.12 in L 10.63 in

Chloe Handbag Paddington mini in beige calf leather

By Chloé

Located in Dublin, IE

Handbag Chloe Paddington mini in beige calf leather, with grained beige leather and brushed gold

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chloé metallic Paddington Capsule Satchel
Chloé metallic Paddington Capsule Satchel

Chloé metallic Paddington Capsule Satchel

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H 10.24 in W 11.42 in D 7.49 in

Chloé metallic Paddington Capsule Satchel

By Chloé

Located in Antwerp, BE

This trendy Chloe Paddington Capsule shoulder bag is in Pre-Loved condition. It is made from

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Chloé Nude Paddington Satchel Shoulder Bag
Chloé Nude Paddington Satchel Shoulder Bag

Chloé Nude Paddington Satchel Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Antwerp, BE

Chloé Metallic Paddington Capsule Satchel. This trendy Chloe Paddington Capsule shoulder bag is

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch
Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch

Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch

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H 4.73 in W 0.6 in L 7.88 in

Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch

By Chloé

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Chloe Paddington clutch is built to assist your impeccable style on all days. Gold-tone

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2010s Italian Clutches

Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch
Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch

Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch

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H 4.73 in W 0.6 in L 7.88 in

Chloe Burgundy Leather Paddington Clutch

By Chloé

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Chloe Paddington clutch is built to assist your impeccable style on all days. Gold-tone

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2010s Italian Clutches

CHLOE Ivory Tall Paddington Shoulder Bag
CHLOE Ivory Tall Paddington Shoulder Bag

CHLOE Ivory Tall Paddington Shoulder Bag

By Chloé

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic CHLOE Ivory Tall Paddington Shoulder Bag. Done in a fantastic ivory tone, this

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Chloe Taupe Leather Large Paddington Satchel
Chloe Taupe Leather Large Paddington Satchel

Chloe Taupe Leather Large Paddington Satchel

By Chloé

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

Chloe’s Taupe Leather Paddington Bag is a very smart buy for a savvy shopper. An iconic “IT” bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

Chloe Whiskey Leather XL Paddington Bag
Chloe Whiskey Leather XL Paddington Bag

Chloe Whiskey Leather XL Paddington Bag

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H 10 in W 18 in D 9 in

Chloe Whiskey Leather XL Paddington Bag

By Chloé

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

One of the most popular “IT” bags ever! Chloe’s Whiskey Leather XL Paddington Bag is a brilliant

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

Chloe Green Leather Paddington Capsule Bag
Chloe Green Leather Paddington Capsule Bag

Chloe Green Leather Paddington Capsule Bag

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H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in

Chloe Green Leather Paddington Capsule Bag

By Chloé

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

This Authentic Chloe Green Leather Paddington Capsule Bag is in excellent condition. There is a

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

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Chloé for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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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 bagBirkin, 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.”

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