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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New Chloe Dark Olive Sunglasses With Case & Cards
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Coveted Sunglasses Brand New * Stunning Dark Olive Frames * Brushed Bronze Hardware * Chloe Details on Temples * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * With Case, Cleanin...
$298Sale Price|29% Off
New Chloe Gold Sunglasses With Case & Box
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Sunglasses Brand New * Gold Frames * Graduated Lenses * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * With Box, Case & Cleaning Clothing
$393Sale Price|25% Off
New Chloe Silver Beige Sunglasses With Case & Box
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Coveted Sunglasses Brand New * Stunning Silver Beige Frames * Brushed Stainless Hardware * Seen on Many Stars * Chloe Details on Temples * M...
$375Sale Price|28% Off
New Chloe Gold Sunglasses With Case & Box
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Sunglasses Brand New Bead Detail at Sides * Gold Frames * Graduated Lenses * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * With Box, Case & Cleaning Clothing
$356Sale Price|25% Off
New Chloe Sunglasses With Case & Box
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Sunglasses Brand New Size: 56-20-140 * Graduated Lenses * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * With Box, Case & Cleaning Clothing
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New Chloe Sunglasses With Case & Box
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Sunglasses Brand New Size: 59-16-135 * Graduated Lenses * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * With Box, Case & Cleaning Clothing
Chloe Blonde Tortoise Round Oversized Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chloe Blonde Tortoise Round Oversized Sunglasses are the epitome of chic sophistication and timeless elegance. Crafted with a beautiful blend of warm blonde tortoise pattern and ...
CHLOE nude pink OVAL Sunglasses CH0088S
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé CH0088S oval sunglasses in nude acetate and light grey gradient lenses. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. Come with case. Measurements Model CH008...
Chloe Aviator Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
Chloe Aviator Sunglasses Gold metal framed aviator sunglasses with pink gradient lenses. Dusty pink thin arms with gold temple tips and 'Chloe' engraved accents to the sides. Prov...
CHLOE S/S 2001 Stella McCartney Gold Asymmetrical Wire Frame Shield Sunglasses
By Chloé, Stella McCartney
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: CHLOE S/S 2001 Gold Asymmetrical Wire Frame Shield Sunglasses 76S Brand / Manufacturer: Chloe Collection: Spring / Summer 2001 Designer: Stella McCartney Style: Shiel...
Chloe cream with gold accents sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
Chloe cream colored with gold tone accents, along with 'Chloe' logo on sides.
Front height: 2 3/8"
Front width: 5 3/4"
Sides measures 5 5/8"
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New Chloe Sunglasses With Case & Box
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Sunglasses Brand New * Plum Gradient Lenses * Faux Wood Look Frames * Chloe Hardware at Temples * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * Comes with Chloe Hard Case, Chloe B...
Chloe Oversized Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
Chloe Oversized Sunglasses Taupe brown, rounded silhouette oversized sunglasses with light purple gradient lenses providing 100% UV protection. Thin arms with a silver 'Chloe' engr...
$295Sale Price|43% Off
New Chloe Dark Olive Sunglasses With Case & Cards
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Coveted Sunglasses Brand New * Stunning Dark Olive Frames * Brushed Bronze Hardware * Chloe Details on Temples * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * With Case, Cleanin...
Chloé Aviator Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in Amman, JO
Delicate yet daring, these Chloé aviator sunglasses feature a lightweight silver-tone metal frame and dreamy pink gradient lenses. A modern take on a timeless silhouette, this pair a...
Chloe Polished Gold Hardware Frame Accented with Lambskin Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
Chloe's wonderfully detailed polished gold hardware frames are accented with tan lambskin along the arms as well as the center front. The arms are accented with engraved with ...
Chloe Cream and Smoked Lucite with Double-Arm Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
Chloe cream and smoked lucite sunglasses are accented with double-arms combined into one. The front measures 5 1/2" across, height is 2 1/4", arms are 5 1/2".
Chloe Round Oversized Green Gradient Gold-Tone Metal Frame Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Chloe Round Oversized Green Gradient Gold-Tone Metal Frame Sunglasses, the epitome of chic elegance and playful sophistication. These stunning sunglasses feature a un...
CHANLE grey leather 2014 ART CAMERA Shoulder Bag 14S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2014 Art Camera shoulder bag in dark metallic pewter grey quilted leather. The front is covered in faceted resin rectangles in a gold...
$12,250
H 9.45 in W 4.73 in L 13.78 in
Hermes Kelly 35 Togo Leather Etain Retourne Palladium Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Kelly, in the Retourne style, is in Etain Togo leather with Palladium hardware, Today, the Kelly bag from Hermes, designed in a gorgeous trapezoid shape and made with the most l...
HERMES Vert Claire green Courchevel leather SAC A DEPECHES 2-38 Briefcase Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Sac a Depeches 2-38 briefcase in Vert Claire green Veau Courchevel leather featuring gold-plated flip-lock buckle. Interior is unlined and has two main compartm...
$933Sale Price|25% Off
Chanel Wallet on Chain Beige Suede Lace Over Effect, 2013-2014
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Wallet on Chain Beige Suede Lace Over Effect, 2013-2014 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: Fair CONDITION This preloved item...
Chanel Beige Mademoiselle East-West Flap
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Go glam with this gorgeous Chanel Mademoiselle East-West Flap, crafted in beige diamond-quilted lambskin leather with contrast stitching, featuring a silver-tone chain link shoulder ...
$4,825
H 8.27 in D 4.73 in L 9.45 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Medium Lady Dior Bag Black Patent Cannage Calfskin W/Box
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This medium Lady Dior bag is one of the most iconic bag from the House of Christian Dior introduced in the 1990s and became popular by the late Princess Diana. It is handcrafted with Stitched padded lambskin, a distinct “cannage” in patent leather. The bag is adorned with a set of ‘D.I.O.R.’ rich gold tone charms–a reference to the good-luck charms Monsieur Dior, an ever-superstitious couturier, carried with him. A removable leather strap, one interior zip pocket. Zipped closure with a gold tone oval CD jewel pull out tag. This medium lady Dior bag can be carried out by hand, or worn over the shoulder or crossbody. A “Must-Have”, add an iconic Lady Dior cannage bag to your wardrobe. The Princess Diana can be seen in the photos carrying a Lady Dior Patent bag...
Hermes Gold Kelly 20 Mini Kelly 20cm Epsom Bag New in Box
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Mini Gold Kelly 20cm Epsom Bag Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware) Perfect gift! Comes full set with sh...
$8,920
H 2 in W 5.5 in L 5.2 in
Chanel White 1994 Runway Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Iconic Rare Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel White 1994 Runway Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Iconic Rare Sunglasses From the 1994 Chanel runway collection, these glasses were made for the catwalk as a Sample and never made it ...
Chanel Gold Metallic Lizard Golden Class Wallet on Chain
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Gold Metallic Lizard Golden Class Wallet on Chain SKU: 114357 Condition: Pre-owned (3000) Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Good Condition. Scuffing t...
Vintage 1980s Patrick Kelly Leo Green Acetate Unisex Sunglasses
By Patrick Kelly
Located in Paris, FR
Crafted from richly textured leo green acetate, this Patrick Kelly frame offers depth, character, and a strong sense of artisanal craftsmanship. The unique patterning of the material...
Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...
$2,806Sale Price|25% Off
Chanel Classic Flap Medium Happy Stitch Pink Leather with Contrast White Trim
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Medium Happy Stitch Pink Leather with Contrast White Trim These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. This one-of-a-kind Chanel Classic ...
New Chloe Horn Tortoise Sunglasses With Lucite With Case & Box
By Chloé
Located in Conroe, TX
Chloe Horn Sunglasses Brand New * Stunning Green Gradient Lenses * Gray/Green Horn Patterned Frames * Unique Clear Lucite Stems * Designed to Match the Saskia Handbag * Frame Width 5...
Chloé Oversized Gradient Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in Amman, JO
Chloé Oversized Gradient Sunglasses Channel effortless elegance with these Chloé oversized gradient sunglasses, the perfect accessory for the modern woman. Crafted with a metallic g...
Chloé Cat Eye Brown Gradient Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to sunglasses is evident on this used Chloé designer resale item. Comes with original case. Details Multicolour Acetate Sunglasses Cat eye...
Chloé Oversized Square Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in Amman, JO
Embrace effortless elegance with these Chloé oversized square sunglasses, featuring soft gradient lenses and chic rounded edges. The smoky grey frame is finished with subtle gold-ton...
Chloé Brown Rimless Scalloped Square Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to sunglasses is evident on this used Chloé designer resale item. This item comes with the original case and box. Details ...
Chloé Silver Nola CE127S Aviator Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to sunglasses is evident. Light tarnishing to hardware of nose pads on this used Chloé designer resale item. This item comes with original case. ...
Chloé Silver Milla Oversized Round Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to sunglasses is evident on this used Chloé designer resale item. These sunglasses come with original case and box. Details ...
Chloé Pink Gemma Oversized Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never worn, with tags. No visible wear to sunglasses is evident on this new Chloé designer resale item. Comes in original case with box. Details Gemma model Pink Meta...
CHLOE brown acetate 2022 AVIATOR Sunglasses CH0129S
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé 2022 aviator sunglasses in brown transparent acetate. Feature gold-tone metal details and gradient brown lenses.Have been worn and are in excellent condition. Co...
Chloé Brown Tinted Round Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to sunglasses is evident on this used Chloe designer resale item. Comes in original case. Details Brown Metal Sunglasses Abstract s...
Chloé Women's Black & Tortoiseshell Contrast Oversized Sunglasses
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to sunglasses is evident on this used Chloé designer resale item. This item comes with original case and lens cloth. Details Black a...
Chloe heart shape Rosie brown gradient lens gold oversized sunglasses NIB
By Chloé
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Chloe heart shaped Rosie sunglasses in brown with gold hardware Unique and feminine with a hint of mischief, the Rosie line is reimagined in a playful heart shape. Distinctive thick bevelled lenses create a strong yet light silhouette in these heart sunglasses. The soft curves are offset by rich metal details, such as the sunburst-shaped piece securing the lens, and the Maison's exclusive engraved filigree pattern decorating the temples. The gradient brown lenses add a vibrant pop of colour, in contrast to the elegant gold metal. The temple tips include Chloé's signature drop-shaped opening to pair these brown sunglasses with eyewear jewellery. - 100% UVA and UVB protection - 4 mm thick lenses - Adjustable nose pads - Flex and click hinges - Not prescription friendly - Filter category: 1 - Chloé logo engraved on the top of the left temple and hot stamped in gold on the nose pads - Chloé signature at the temple tips: drop-shaped opening trimmed with metal - Can be accessorised with all eyewear jewels These ladies...