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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NWT Chloe by Phoebe Philo White Embroidered Cotton Wide Leg Trousers / Pants
By Phoebe Philo, Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning (never worn) CHLOE, by PHOEBE PHILO white embroidered cotton flat front high waisted wide leg trousers! Features gold zipper on the front left leg and right back buttocks. D...
CHLOE blue white faded wash cotton blend relaxed jogger pants M
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE blue white faded wash cotton blend relaxed jogger pants M Reference: NKLL/A00628 Brand: Chloe Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closure: Elasticated Extra Deta...
Chloe, Blue jeans
By Chloé
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chloe, Blue jeans. The item is in very good condition. Wash label has been removed. • CONDITION: very good condition • SIZE: S • MEASUREMENTS: length 113 cm, width 38 cm, inside...
Chloe Stella McCartney Fall 2000 Runway Black Silk Boot Cut Low Rise Y2K Pants
By Chloé, Stella McCartney
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic and collectible for CHLOE black silk flared leg low rise trousers! Soft sturdy silk that holds shape nicely. Tailored fit, with a wider flare leg. Sits low on the hips, with ...
CHLOE black cady flap pocket bow front paperbag cropped harem trousers
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE black cady flap pocket bow front paperbag cropped harem trousers Reference: NKLL/A00608 Brand: Chloe Material: Fabric Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Drawstring Extra Deta...
CHLOE Peppery red linen 2023 PLEATED BERMUDA Short Pants 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chloé Bermuda short is crafted in peppery red linen for an effortlessly refined look. The high-waisted, tailored silhouette is designed with front pleats and rela...
Chloé by Phoebe Philo F/W 2003 Tiger and flowers Collage Appliqué Denim Jeans
By Chloé
Located in Paris, FR
From the Fall-Winter 2003 Chloé collection, these pants are crafted from a washed blue cotton denim fabric. They feature a tiger and some pink floral collage appliques throughout. Th...
CHLOE navy blue cotton VELVET Sweatpants Pants 40 M
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé velvet sweat pants in navy blue cotton (80%) and polyester (20%) with zipper pocket and an elastic drawstring waist. Lined in cotton ...
CHLOE Noir Rose black nude wool mohair plaid checked pants FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE Noir Rose black nude wool mohair plaid checked pants FR34 XS Reference: CC/A00423 Brand: Chloe Model: LIT 850 Material: Virgin Wool, Mohair, Blend Color: Nude, Black Pattern: C...
Chloe, patchwork jeans in blue
By Chloé
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chloe, patchwork jeans in blue. The item is in very good condition. CONDITION: very good condition SIZE: FR38 - S MEASUREMENTS: length 99 cm, width cm, inside leg length 70 cm, w...
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Chloe Taupe Diamond Weave Silk Paper Bag Waist Gathered Tie Leg Trouser
By Chloé
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chloe taupe diamond weave silk paper bag waist, gathered tie leg trouser. Peachy/taupe textured diamond weave silk these trousers bridge the gap betwee...
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CHLOE black viscose wool blend fabric pleat button trim dress trousers FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE black viscose wool blend fabric pleat button trim dress trousers FR34 XS Reference: LAYU/A00019 Brand: Chloe Material: Viscose, Wool, Blend Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure:...
Chloe Fw 2001 Stella Mccartney Grey Pants With Pearl Detail
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer vintage Chloé by Stella McCartney grey pants from the 2001 FW collection featuring pink decorative pearl detailing that was displayed on the ...
S/S 2003 Chloé by Phoebe Philo Grey Wide Leg Tie-Dye Pants
By Phoebe Philo, Chloé
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of grey tie-dye Chloé pants, designed by Phoebe Philo. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, these grey pants are covered in a tie-dye ...
Chloé by Stella McCartney Beaded Pearl Trousers, Fall/Winter 2001
By Chloé
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
From Stella McCartney’s celebrated Fall/Winter 2001 collection for Chloé, these grey trousers are delicately adorned with soft pink beaded pearl detailing along the hips and upper l...
CHLOE Abysse blue wool 2023 HIGH WAISTED FLARED Pants 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chloé pants in Abyss blue wool with 5% elastane offer a tailored silhouette with a touch of stretch for comfort. Designed with a high waist and flared, ankle-len...
Chloe' pants 80's never used
By Chloé
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Chloé pants 80's never used Classic cut with side pockets and pence, size 40 Composition 100% wool Measures: Waist 34cm Fianchi 43cm Horse 34cm Length 114cm
CHLOE beige cotton blend BELTED TWEED Pants 34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé belted tweed Shorts in beige, blue, red and green cotton (40%), linen (35%), viscose (22%) and polyester (3%). Feature two slit pockets. Open with three hook and...
CHLOE black acetate FLORAL EMBROIDERED FLARED Pants 42 L
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé flower embroidered pants in black and yellow acetate (53%) and viscose (47%) with pockets. Close on the front with a zipper and hook fasteners. Partially lined i...
Black silk trouser CHLOE for Lou Lattimore Dallas
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe, Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk trouser with 2 hook&eye and zip closure on the middle front. Elastic waist band. 3 buttons and buttonhole on the bottom side of each legs. SIZE S
Vintage Chloe Silk Mix Stripe Trousers
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
A chic pair of vintage trousers by Chloe. In a cotton and silk mix , the trousers are a colour palette of taupe and various shades of brown. The trousers have a pocket on either sid...
Chloe Soft Grey Cordroy Trousers
By See By Chloe, Chloé
Located in London, GB
A great pair of pants for Fall , by Chloe, See by Chloe line. In a cotton and linen mix, the trousers are in a soft dove grey colour. There is front fly opening , double belt hoops a...
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CHLOE black 100% silk crepe de chine ruffle collar jumpsuit FR36 S
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE black 100% silk crepe de chine ruffle collar jumpsuit FR36 S Reference: GEGG/A00161 Brand: Chloe Material: Silk Color: Black, White Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Lining: Black Si...
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CHLOE navy concealed fly back darts tapered flare pants FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE navy concealed fly back darts tapered flare pants FR34 XS Reference: GEGG/A00200 Brand: Chloe Material: Acetate, Blend Color: Navy Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Fly Extra Details...
Chloé Black Elasticated Sweatpants Size XS
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to trousers is evident. Minimal wear to right side pocket seam where stitching has become undone on this used Chloé designer resale item. Deta...
Chloe Pant Winter White with Open Gold Metal Side Leg Detail 36
By Chloé
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Chloe tapered leg pants in winter white with metal open work in a brushed gold. Pant has open gold metal work down the side of the leg. 2 rear faux pocke...
Vivienne Westwood S/S 1999 Bondage Pants
By RED LABEL by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD, Vivienne Westwood
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous pair of linen cotton blend pant from the late, great Vivienne Westwood in brown, grey, and black variegated vertical stripes. They are mid rise with a waistband, front but...
1980s Fabulous Vintage Escada High Waist Black Sequin Stirrup Pants with Tags
By Escada
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The return of the stirrup pant all over the European runways has put the style back in the spotlight, making this pair designed by Escada in the Eighties an amazing vintage find. Covered in rows and rows of black sequins, the black silk satin trousers have a gorgeous texture and iridescence. The high waistline, slim cut through the hips, looser straight legs and lightweight black stretch nylon lining make for a sophisticated silhouette, which holds its elegant drape with the elasticized strap that goes under the foot. Wear these in the daytime or nighttime with a heel to play up their very best feature. Size estimate: XS/S Measurements Size: 36 Waist: 26 inches Hips: 36 inches Length: 43 inches Inseam: 29 inches These vintage Escada stirrup pants...
Alexander McQueen Rare New with Tags Embroidered Split Hem Jeans SS 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Incredible embroidered blue jeans by Alexander McQueen from one of his early notable early collections. They are mid rise with straight legs an...
StellaMcCartney RunwayOneOff SilkChiffon ChantillyLace Satin BalloonPants, 2003
By Stella McCartney
Located in Chicago, IL
Clearly inspired by Paul Poiret (see our photo from TheMet museum exhibit of a 1911 ensemble), Stella McCartney designed these one-off balloon pants for her eponymous Spring/Summer 2...
SELF-PORTRAIT Size 26 Black Cotton Five Pockets Jeans
By Self-Portrait
Located in San Francisco, CA
SELF-PORTRAIT jeans in a black cotton woven fabric featuring a five pockets style, straight leg, and zip fly closure. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 26/32 Measurements:...
2003 Roberto Cavalli White Astrology Print Stretch Silk Satin Logo Pants
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of stunning astrology print silk Roberto Cavalli boot cut pants, designed by Roberto Cavalli. From 2003, this sought-after print features constellations and depicts...
A.P.C. Size L Blue Cotton Tapered Drawstring Casual Pants
By A.P.C.
Located in San Francisco, CA
A.P.C. casual pants in a blue cotton woven fabric featuring a tapered leg, and drawstring waistband.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor pilling and signs of wear. Marked: L Me...
MOSCHINO Size 6 Indigo Purple Denim Twill Floral Straight Jeans
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
MOSCHINO jeans in an indigo cotton denim twill featuring a purple embroidered floral design, straight leg, and zip fly closure.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 40 Meas...
Dolce & Gabbana New Vintage Bondage Jeans
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible pair of denim blue jeans from Dolce & Gabbana. They are mid rise with a metal button closure above the front zipper and jean pockets in the front. The back has welt p...
Christian Dior Jean Large FR36 Denim Patchwork Wide Leg Pants Jean UK8 US26 27
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Christian Dior, high-waisted, wide-leg, in a patchwork of washed denim, four patch pockets, belt loops on a zip and hook closure, and a tiny silver-tone metal Dior logo on one o...
NWT F/W 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Lavender Velvet Flare Pants
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous pair of lavender velvet flared pants designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Fall/Winter 1999 collection. This shimming velvet debuted on the runway on similar flare p...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 1997 “It’s A Jungle Out There” Cowhide Trousers Wide Pants
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 1997 “It’s A Jungle Out There” Cowhide Accent Trousers / Wide Leg Pants Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: F/W 1997 “Its A Jungle Out There...
Chloé Black Straight Fit Suit Trousers Size XS
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to trosuers is evident on this used Chloé designer resale item. Details Black Cotton Trousers Straight fi...
Chloé Black Pinstripe Wide Leg Trousers Size S
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to trouser is evident. Minimal wear to internal waistband with missing button closure on this used Chloé designer resale item. Details ...
CHLOE brown cotton corduroy low waist flared pants FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE brown cotton corduroy low waist flared pants FR34 XS Reference: NKLL/A00207 Brand: Chloe Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Fly Extra Details: Chl...
Chloé Green Wool Straight Leg Tailored Trousers Size XS
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear of trousers is evident. Minimal tarnishing to the clasps and small discolouration on the rear thigh area on this used Chloé designer resale item....
Chloé Silver Metallic Straight Leg Trousers Size M
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the trousers is evident on this Chloé designer resale item. Details Silver Viscose Trousers Straight fit Mi...
Chloé Blue Denim Drawstring Jogger Jeans Size M
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the jeans is evident. Minimal wear to the front side near the pocket is seen with a few pulls to the weave on this used Chloé designer resale ...
CHLOE navy blue cotton 2021 BRAIDED FLARED DENIM Jeans Pants 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chloé jeans in navy blue cotton (83%), polyester (16%), and elastane (1%) offer a chic retro-inspired silhouette. Featuring a high wai...
CHLOE Sandy Khaki beige wool & cashmere 2022 WIDE-LEG Pants 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chloé pants in Sandy Khaki beige gauzy recycled wool (50%) and cashmere (50%) exude effortless elegance. Designed with a high-waiste...
CHLOE burgundy wool 2022 CREPE FLARED Pants 40 M
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chloé dress pants in burgundy crepe wool (99%) and elastane (1%) blend classic tailoring with modern elegance. Featuring a high-waist and flared leg, they are de...
Chloé See by Chloé Blue Denim Mid Rise Tapered Jeans Size L
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to denim is evident. Tarnishing to the button, minor pull to the weave on the back at the bottom of the right left near the hem on the left side ...
Chloé Grey Wool Striped Trousers Size S
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never worn, with tags. No visible wear to the trousers is evident on this new Chloé designer resale item. Details Grey Wool Trousers Slim fit Hig...
CHLOE cream cotton blend panelled cuff hem flared jeans FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE cream cotton blend panelled cuff hem flared jeans FR34 XS Reference: LAYU/A00017 Brand: Chloe Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Cream Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Fly Extra Details...