Chanel Gingham Fabric Maxi Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Chanel Maxi Flap Bag is crafted in classic gingham fabric, offering a textured, tactile
Chanel Gingham Fabric Maxi Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Chanel Maxi Flap Bag is crafted in classic gingham fabric, offering a textured, tactile
Black quilted fabric Timeless bag CHANEL 2002
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black quilted fabric Timeless bag. Silver metal chain and hardware. SIZE 30cm X 18cm X 5cm Chain
Chanel Quilted Yellow Fabric Bag, 2015/2016
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Quilted yellow fabric bag with leather inside and golden metal elements
Chanel Quilted Black Fabric Timeless Bag, 1991/1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Quilted black fabric Timeless bag with golden metal elements. Serial number. 1991/1994
Chanel Leather and Fabric Bag Collection, 1989/1991
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Bag made of navy fabric and quilted leather. Serial number inside. 1989
CHANEL black & multi fabric 21S 19 MEDIUM GRAFFITI Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel 19 Medium shoulder bag in black nylon fabric showcases a vibrant
$3,950
H 6.3 in W 1.97 in L 6.7 in
Vintage 1990s Chanel Red Textured Fabric Mini CC Turnlock Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare vintage Chanel mini textured red bag. Very unique design. Hefty chain that drops pretty long
$5,951
H 5.71 in W 7.88 in D 2.96 in
CHANEL Canary Yellow Tweed Fabric 224 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Canary Yellow Tweed Fabric 224 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref
Chanel Vintage Fabric Extra Mini Flap Bag 24k Gold Button Strap
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
longer clear. Light creases. DETAILS: Circa 1989-1991 Chanel Single Flap Fabric Black 24k Gold
Chanel Quilted Fabric Printed with Animals Bag Spring, 2007
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in Italy) Bag in quilted fabric printed with animals. It is accompanied by a small
Rare Chanel Shoulder Bag in Red Leather and Denim Fabric
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
Superb bag designed by the great Coco Chanel in the 1980s, fine French craftsmanship. ORIGINAL
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Vintage Top Handle Kelly Coco Handle Black Flap Bag Fabric Silver Hardwar
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
. The serial number is broken. DETAILS: 1996-1997 Series 4 CHANEL Kelly style top handle and flap bag
Chanel 2.55 Flap Bag Vintage Chocolate Bar Multipocket 2000 Blk Fabric w/ Print
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 2.55 Flap Bag Vintage Chocolate Bar Multipocket 2000 Large Black Fabric with Bird Print
CHANEL Quilted Camel Suede Shoulder Bag with a Tassel
By Chanel
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Chanel Camel Suede Quilted Shoulder Bag with a very large Tassel. Chanel Beige Quilted Timeless
$1,383Sale Price|74% Off
H 3.94 in W 9.06 in D 1.97 in
Chanel Ivory Jersey Evening Bag with Mirrored Pyramid Studs Ice Cube
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This genuine Chanel Ivory Mirrored Fabric Evening Bag is in excellent condition. The combination of
CHANEL Wild Stitch Surpique brown lambskin leather matelasse bowler bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
: Brown, Tan Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Lining: Brown Fabric Extra Details: Chanel shoulder bag
Chanel 2009P Red Black and White LOGO Stretch Cotton Velvet Zipper Front Jacket
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Together with the original fabric sample in the original Chanel bag, see photos. In excellent pre-owned
Chanel Brown Quilted Fabric Vintage Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chanel Brown Quilted Fabric Vintage Tote Bag A classic Chanel vintage tote bag with oversized CC
Chanel Pink Mesh and Fabric CC Belt Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This uber-stylish Chanel waist belt bag aims to be an elevating piece. It is carefully created
Chanel Pink Mesh and Fabric CC Belt Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This uber-stylish Chanel waist belt bag aims to be an elevating piece. It is carefully created
Chanel Two way Black Fabric CC Shoulder Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Singapore, SG
Fabric Closure: Zipper Accompanied by: Chanel authenticity card
Chanel Black Large Canvas Fabric Classic 2.55 Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Singapore, SG
External material: Canvas fabric Interior lining: Leather Accompanied by: Chanel dustbag
Unavailable
H 12.2 in W 15.7 in D 5.1 in
Vintage CHANEL black fabric canvas large tote bag with white Chanel CC prints.
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage CHANEL black fabric canvas large tote bag with white Chanel CC logo print all over
Chanel 07A Purple Knit Fabric Reissue East West Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, ON
Chanel 07A Purple Knit Fabric Re-issue East West Flap Bag. Double flap interior, gunmetal
Unavailable
H 7 in W 10.5 in D 4 in
Chanel Vintage Woven Fabric & Patent Leather Diamond Stitch Camera Bag (2011)
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This vintage 2011 Chanel Camera Bag is constructed in woven fabric and patent leather with the
Vintage CHANEL black leather and canvas fabric vanity bag, cosmetic pouch.
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage CHANEL black calfskin and canvas fabric combo classic cosmetic and toiletry pouch
Chanel Classic Flap Black and White Checkered Fabric Chain Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Black and White Material: Fabric Condition: Rank S Overall: Almost New Surface: Good
Chanel Blue Fabric Deauville Bag
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Chanel Deauville model bag made of blue fabric and silver hardware. Equipped with double leather
CHANEL Vintage Black Fabric Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage is in the spotlight today with this lovely bag from Maison Chanel in black cotton. The
Chanel Striped Fabric Maxi Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Striped Fabric Maxi Flap Bag is in very good condition. Unique in both
CHANEL Bag in Blue Denim Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel bag in blue denim fabric. Silver metal hardware. Clasp 'CC' magnetized. Worn on the
Chanel Tricolor Fabric Reissue Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Tricolor Fabric Reissue Flap Bag is in good previously owned condition. It
Chanel Oversize Clover Fabric Snap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel oversize fun fabric bag with snap closure. Orange with navy blue logo and clovers design
Chanel Black Fabric Mini 2.55 Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel 2.55 mini bag in black fabric and gilt metal hardware. Immaculate condition. Inside in red
Chanel Vintage Quilted Fabric Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Blue quilted cotton shoulder bag from Chanel featuring a front flap closure wit ha gold-tone logo
Chanel Vintage Quilted Fabric Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Green quilted cotton pochette from Chanel featuring a top flap closure with a gold-tone logo twist
Chanel Red Fabric Medium Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
* Bright red * Diamond quilting * Two fabric and chain-link shoulder straps * Signature double flap
Chanel red leather and fabric shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel red leather and fabric shoulder bag Chanel red leather and fabric with two different
CHANEL Timeless Bag in Brown Jersey Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL Timeless Bag in brown jersey fabric A great classic at Chanel. A handbag to wear on all
Chanel Ltd Edition Graffiti Patchwork Fabric Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Ltd Edition Graffiti Patchwork Fabric Bag Classic style , brightly coloured
Chanel Pastel Tricolor Fabric Reissue Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Tricolor Fabric Reissue Flap Bag is in excellent condition. It is a
CHANEL Multi-Color Fabric Patchwork Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Multi-Color Fabric Patchwork Hobo Bag Age: c. 2005-2006 Made In Italy Materials: Cotton
CHANEL Tote Bag in Blue Denim Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL tote bag in blue denim fabric. This large Chanel bag is in faded and gray blue denim with an
CHANEL Beach Bag in White Sponge Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
This CHANEL Beach bag is made of white sponge (100% cotton). It is branded 'CC' on each side of the
Chanel Bag in Fabric with Gold Metal Chain
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Chanel bag in beige fabric with gold metal attributes. No serial number on this old model
2010s Chanel Multi Washed Fabric Graffiti Messenger Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Multi Washed Fabric Graffiti Messenger Bag This CHANEL Messenger Bag is in Excellent
CHANEL Bag With Fringes in Quilted Multicolored Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel bag with fringes in quilted multicolored fabric. Summer 2000 collection. The handles and
CHANEL Cocoon Bag in Black Quilted Parachute Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Cocoon bag in black quilted parachute fabric. Zipper on support. Silver metal hardware. The
Chanel Multicolour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Jumbo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Multicolour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Jumbo Flap Bag This CHANEL Jumbo Flap Bag is in
Chanel Multi Colour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Multicolour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Jumbo Flap Bag This CHANEL Jumbo Flap Bag is in Very
Chanel Brocade Fabric Bag, circa 1994/1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in Italy) Brocade fabric bag in red and golden tones. Leather inside and golden
Chanel Quilted Jersey Fabric Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Black Quilted Jersey Fabric Medium Classic Double Flap Bag This CHANEL Medium Classic
CHANEL Bag in Blue Denim Fabric with Beige Stitching
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel bag in blue denim fabric. Beige stitching. Matt gilded metal hardware. Snap closure. The
Chanel Bag in Black Fabric Embroidered with Silver Thread
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel bag in black fabric embroidered with silver thread. Silver striated metal hardware. It
Chanel denim fabric blue leather gold hardware shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel denim fabric blue leather gold hardware shoulder bag CC gold logo on a side handle and
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H 8.67 in W 11.03 in D 2.76 in
2000s Chanel Multicolour Patchwork Woven Fabric Timeless Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Multicolour Patchwork Woven Fabric Timeless Shoulder Bag This CHANEL Timeless Shoulder Bag
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H 8.67 in W 11.03 in D 2.76 in
2000s Chanel Multicolour Patchwork Woven Fabric Timeless Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Multicolour Patchwork Woven Fabric Timeless Shoulder Bag This CHANEL Timeless Shoulder
Chanel Hand Bag in Transparent PV Fabric, 2006/2008
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Hand bag in transparent PV fabric, leather, and golden metal. 2006/2008
2009 Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Fabric Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Jersey Fabric Single Flap Bag This CHANEL Single Flap Bag is in Excellent Pre
Chanel Travel Line Boston /Bowling Bag 2002 -2003 Black Fabric Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Travel Line Boston /Bowling Bag 2002 -2003 Black Fabric Shoulder Bag These are professional
Chanel Black & White Woven Fabric Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Black & White Woven Fabric Classic Single Flap Bag This CHANEL Classic Single Flap Bag is
2010s Chanel Multicolour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Jumbo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Multicolour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Jumbo Flap Bag This CHANEL Jumbo Flap Bag is in Very
2010s Chanel Multicolour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Jumbo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Multicolour Patchwork Multi-Fabric Jumbo Flap Bag This CHANEL Jumbo Flap Bag is in Very
Chanel Metallic Gold Quilted Fabric Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold Quilted Fabric Flap Bag is in pristine condition. Subtly metallic gold
2019 Chanel Pink Tweed Fabric & Pearls Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Pink Tweed Fabric & Pearls Classic Single Flap Bag Reference: HB2759 Serial Number
1990s Chanel Pink Fabric Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ladies Chanel Small Classic Double Flap Bag is primarily made from pink fabric complimented by
Chanel Glitter Flap Bag Medium Gold Glitter Sequins and Fabric
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Glitter Flap Bag Medium Gold Glitter Sequins and Fabric These are professional photos of the
Chanel Blue Quilted Jersey Fabric 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Exquisitely crafted from deep blue fabric, this Reissue 2.55 flap bag from Chanel has the signature
1990s Chanel Black Quilted Fabric Small Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Fabric Small Classic Double Flap Bag This CHANEL Medium Classic Double Flap
CHANEL Mini Bag in Sky Blue Straw Effect Cotton Fabric
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Extremely rare. CHANEL Mini bag in sky blue straw effect cotton fabric. It is in correct used
2019 Chanel Pink Tweed Fabric & Pearls Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Pink Tweed Fabric & Pearls Classic Single Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB2759 Serial Number
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H 8.08 in W 10.83 in D 3.15 in
1990s Chanel Black Quilted Tweed Fabric Vintage Timeless Frame Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Tweed Fabric Vintage Timeless Frame Bag This CHANEL Timeless Frame Bag is in
2014 Chanel Black & White Woven Fabric Rectangular Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black & White Woven Fabric Rectangular Mini Flap Bag This CHANEL Rectangular Mini Flap Bag
CHANEL Red Quilted Jersey Fabric Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Red Quilted Jersey Fabric Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Xupes Reference: CB850 Serial
$12,148
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
FENDI new pink sequins baguette 2024
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI New pink sequins baguette 2024 Iconic medium-sized Baguette bag, finely embroidered all-over with pink sequins in different shapes and sizes for a 3D effect and decorated with ...
$6,434
H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 3.15 in L 13.39 in
A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a highly Rare and Vintage Chanel Top Handle Bag from the late 1990s to early 2000s, confirmed by its distinctive design and serial code. This structured top-handle bag is cra...
Chanel Coco Beach Ball Minaudière Clutch Bag 2019
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This is a limited edition see-through crossbody minaudière designed in the shape of a beach ball. It's a stunning piece from the Spring/Summer 2019 runway collection. The clutch feat...
$3,778Sale Price|30% Off
H 7.88 in W 6.3 in D 2.37 in
Chanel Boy Pink North South Bag In Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Ever since its debut in 2011, the Boy bag has quickly become one of Chanel's most iconic handbag styles, thanks to its modern yet sporty silhouette, bold hardware and angular proport...
Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin evening slip dress with silk chiffon lining. The black chiffon lining is visible on the top edge and bottom edge. Invisible zip on the left side + hook&eye. SIZE 38/40 (...
LOUIS VUITTON black & brown Monogram Canvas GAIA Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Gaia hobo bag is crafted from classic Ebene brown Monogram canvas with black leather gussets and trims, complemented by a natural vachetta handle fo...
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for years Gorgeous, couture-like piece hand-crafted by the seamstresses in Christian Dior's atelier in Pa...
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 34.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Yellow Diamond
$297Sale Price|40% Off
New Fendi Tortoise with FF Sides Sunglasses With Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Sunglasses with Case Brand New Brown Sunglasses FF Detail at Sides Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant Made in Italy 100% UVA/UVB Protection With Case & Cleaning Clo...
GUCCI by Tom Ford Pink GG Monogram Logo Satin Lizard Barbiecore Horsebit Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning Gucci clutch Made of finest pink satin Ruched style, with the famous GUCCI GG Monogram stamped on silk Exotic Lizard Skin Trimming Mat-gold hardware Horsebit detail Fully ...
$5,475Sale Price|40% Off
Christian Dior Black Lady Dior Bag Cannage Braided Leather Limited Edition
By Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
Amazing work of art of Macramé style at the Dior House for this Limited Edition and New Lady Dior bag with its shoulder strap. It is crafted in braided black lambskin leather strips ...
$4,716
H 6.11 in D 0.79 in L 7.88 in
Hermès Vintage Pola Purse Clutch Evening Bag 2 ways Black Ostrich Golden Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Purse "Pola" Made in France No stamp but vintage Made of Ostrich Leather and Golden Hardware Ostrich is it a resistant leather, and less sub...
$8,995
H 8 in D 4 in L 12 in
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Quilted Classic Double Flap Jumbo Bag with Silver
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Quilted Classic Double Flap Jumbo Bag with Silver Hardware Made In: France Color: Black Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Lambskin Leather Lining: Leat...
Chanel Black Quilted Timeless Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Signature interlocking CC logo - Silver-tone hardware - Diamond quilted lambskin leather - Top bar and kiss lock - Main compartment - Internal zip fastening compartment P...
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...
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.
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.
For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
Only Chanel could elevate humble materials like denim and wicker to icon-level status.
In the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, even running errands became a chic exercise.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
How do you tell if a Chanel purse is a knockoff or the real deal? We spoke with handbag experts Alexa Ridolfi and Gerry Gallagher about how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.