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Chanel 2013 Burgundy Lizard Leather & Pink Lambskin Perfect Edge Flap Bag
Chanel 2013 Burgundy Lizard Leather & Pink Lambskin Perfect Edge Flap Bag

Chanel 2013 Burgundy Lizard Leather & Pink Lambskin Perfect Edge Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Chanel Burgundy Lizard Leather & Dusky Pink Quilted Lambskin Large Perfect Edge Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4694 Brand: Chanel Model: Large Perfect Edge C...

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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Chanel Bronze Quilted Metallic Goatskin Leather Medium Perfect Edge Flap Bag
Chanel Bronze Quilted Metallic Goatskin Leather Medium Perfect Edge Flap Bag

Chanel Bronze Quilted Metallic Goatskin Leather Medium Perfect Edge Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"CHANEL Bronze Quilted Metallic Goatskin Leather Medium Perfect Edge Flap Bag Xupes Reference: CB417 Serial Number: 21883914 Age (Circa): 2015 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

2013 Chanel Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag
2013 Chanel Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag

2013 Chanel Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag Reference: HB2335 Serial Number: 17069627 Age (Circa): 2013 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity...

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2013 Chanel Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag
2013 Chanel Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag

2013 Chanel Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

CHANEL Black Lizard & Quilted Lambskin Medium Perfect Edge Classic Flap Bag Reference: HB2335 Serial Number: 17069627 Age (Circa): 2013 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Python Medium
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Python Medium

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Python Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Python Medium, crafted in genuine gold python, features a short chain handle, chain link strap with leather shoulder pad, and gold-tone hardware.

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 6", Width 10.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 13.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small Exterior Mat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust bag. Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 7.5", Width 12", Depth 2", Strap Drop 13" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo Item Numb...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo, crafted in burgundy quilted calfskin leather, features a short chain handle, longer chain link strap with leather shoulder p...

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 6", Width 10.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 13.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Small Exterior Mat...

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Medium
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Medium

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 14" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Lizard Medium Exterior Materi...

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo, crafted in black quilted calfskin leather, features a short aged gold chain handle, longer chain link strap with leather sho...

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Chanel Burgundy Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag
Chanel Burgundy Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag

Chanel Burgundy Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Irvine, CA

Burgundy quilted leather Chanel Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag with antiqued gold-tone hardware, single chain-link top handle, single chain-link shoulder strap with leather shoulder gua...

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Medium
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Medium

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Medium released in Chanel's Fall 2012-2013 Collection is an eye-catching modern update to the classic flap.

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small, released in Chanel's Fall 2012-2013 Collection, is an eye-catching modern update to the classic flap.

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Leather Medium
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Leather Medium

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Leather Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Leather Medium released in Chanel's Fall 2012-2013 Collection is an eye-catching modern update to the classic flap.

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small, released in Chanel's Fall 2012-2013 Collection, is an eye-catching modern update to the classic flap.

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Small, released in Chanel's Fall 2012-2013 Collection, is an eye-catching modern update to the classic flap.

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 13.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Calfskin Jumbo Exte...

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Medium
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Medium

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Medium released in Chanel's Fall 2012-2013 Collection is an eye-catching modern update to the classic flap.

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Small
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Small

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Small released in Chanel's Fall 2012-2013 Collection is an eye-catching modern update to the classic flap.

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 4", Strap Drop 14" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo E...

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 8", Width 12", Depth 4", Strap Drop 14" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo E...

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Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Small
Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Small

Chanel Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Box, Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 6", Width 10.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 13.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Perfect Edge Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Ca...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Brown Aged Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag
Chanel Brown Aged Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag

Chanel Brown Aged Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This majestic Perfect Edge from Chanel is highly coveted, and since its release in the Fall 2012 collection, it has swayed countless women with its shape, design, and beauty. This ve...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Aged Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Aged Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Aged Leather Large Perfect Edge Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...

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Chanel Fall 2012 Runway Silver Lizard Perfect Edge Medium Flap Bag
Chanel Fall 2012 Runway Silver Lizard Perfect Edge Medium Flap Bag

Chanel Fall 2012 Runway Silver Lizard Perfect Edge Medium Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, ON

Chanel Fall 2012 Runway Silver Lizard Perfect Edge Medium Flap Bag. Original retail $8900 CAD.

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Perfect Edge Flap Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary perfect edge flap bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Gray and more options on these pages. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Perfect Edge Flap Bag?

Prices for a perfect edge flap bag can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,615 and can go as high as $5,721, while, on average they fetch $3,257.

Chanel for sale on 1stDibs

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 Shoulder-bags for You

Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.

While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.

The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.

A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.

Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.