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Chanel Alligator Faux Tortoise Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare black Alligator faux Tortoise Chain Bag it is from collection 5, 1997/1999. The handles
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel 2014 Faux Tweed Illusion Printed Medium Black White Nylon Duma Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2014 Faux Tweed Illusion Printed Medium Black White Nylon Duma Backpack Year: 2014 Black
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Chanel Timeless Faux Drawstring Royal Blue Caviar Leather Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Timeless Faux Drawstring Royal Blue Caviar Leather Shopping Tote Silver hardware With Faux
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Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2009 Rare Fantasy Cabas Faux Fur Winter XL Cabas Tote Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Fantasy Cabas Faux Fur Winter XL Cabas Tote Shoulder Bag Year 2009-2010 Silver hardware
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2010s French Tote Bags

Chanel 1986 WOC Classic Flap and Clutch Camel Beige Faux Lizard Skin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1986 WOC Classic Flap Bag and Clutch Camel Beige Faux Lizard Skin Bag 1986 {VINTAGE 38
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1980s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Classic Flap XL And Maxi Jumbo Multicolor Faux Fur Tweed Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Classic Flap XL And Maxi Jumbo Multicolor Faux Fur Tweed Shoulder Bag In excellent
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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Logos Hand Warmer with Chain Strap Muff White Faux Fur Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Fur Runway Black White Logo Evening Muffler Shoulder Hand Mitt Bag Nylon lining Measures 17
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Black Lambskin Pearl on Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This shoulder bag is made of black lambskin with a faux pearl overlay. The bag features a gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1996 Quilted Rubber PVC Bucket XL Carry On Travel Weekend Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Quilted Rubber PVC Drawstring Bucket XL Carry On Travel Weekend Tote Bag Year: 1996-1997
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Chanel Med Valentine Single Flap Bag Tri
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel medium classic single-flap bag is a tri-color bag in Pale Pink, Hot Pink and Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare Chanel 2010 Black Logo Fur Hobo Tote Bag SHW 67704
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
faux fur and bold logos on front and back. Oversized "CC" on front and "CHANEL" letters on back. In
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2010s Tote Bags

Chanel 1991 Sac Arlequin Leather Quilt Single Flap Shoulder Bag Pristine
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel bag from 1991, Wallet on Chain format, in brown (caramel) leather embroidered with white and
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1990s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Rare 2008 Metallic Sequin Drawstring CC Reversible Small Rare Black Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 2008 Timeless Metallic Sequin Faux Drawstring CC Reversible Small Rare Black Tote
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Rare 2008 Metallic Sequin Drawstring CC Reversible Small Rare Silver Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 2008 Timeless Metallic Sequin Faux Drawstring CC Reversible Small Rare Silver Tote
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel 2017 Black Perfume Bottle Minaudiere Pearl Embellished Clutch Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Toronto, ON
Pre-owned Limited Edition Chanel Perfume Bottle Minaudiere Pearl Embellished clutch bag featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

19S Chanel Chic Pearls Quilted Flap Bag Black GHW 67019
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
note: pearls are faux pearls, as with all Chanel pearl items. This bag also can only be worn on the
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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Classic Flap Cc Laser Cut Metallic Silver Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
threaded with gold leather and a frontal flap with a faux mademoiselle Chanel CC turn lock. This opens
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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL black leather 2020 20K MAXI PEARLS CLUTCH WITH CHAIN Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Maxi Pearls clutch is crafted from black quilted calfskin leather
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel White Ivory Fur Mini Crossbody Flap Bag Chunky Chain 67242
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67242 We love Chanel White Ivory Fur Mini Crossbody Flap Bag Chunky Chain not only
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1980s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2014 So Black Egg Carton Supermarket Minaudière Crossbody Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Collector's Rare Supermarket Egg Carton Minaudière Jewelry Box Crossbody Novelty Collector's
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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel 2001 Rare Vintage Top Handle Wood Beige Linen Medium Kelly Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Linen Canvas with Faux Wood Top Handle Medium Kelly Flap Bag Year: 2001 {VINTAGE 23 Years
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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel 2013 Small Mini Kelly Top Handle Quilted Caviar Reissue Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Small Mini Kelly Top Handle Quilted Caviar Reissue Classic Flap Bag Year: 2013 Antique
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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel 2001 Rare Vintage Top Handle Wood Beige Linen Medium Kelly Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Linen Canvas with Faux Wood Top Handle Medium Kelly Flap Bag Year: 2001 {VINTAGE 23 Years
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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel 2014 Red Coco Sailor Pearl Medium Classic Double Flap Bag GHW 68029
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68029 The iconic holy grail bag is the Chanel Classic Flap. Coveted for its simplicity
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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 21S White Cream About Pearls Bucket Bag Mini 67973
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67973 Chanel 21S White Cream About Pearls Bucket Bag Mini is a pillowy soft miniature
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2010s Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Chanel 2011 Classic Chain Me Around Single Flap Jumbo Maxi Cc Logo Black Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
chain shoulder straps threaded with leather and a frontal gold Chanel CC logo faux Mademoiselle lock
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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 19A Black All About Chains Pearl Fanny Pack Bag GHW 66863
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
chains are different - one is with faux pearls, another with dangling letter charms that spell "CHANEL
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2010s Belt Bags

Moschino Redwall 1990s Teddy Bear Backpack
By Moschino, Redwall
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
enthusiasts alike. The standout feature of this backpack is the irresistibly cute brown faux fur teddy bear
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Chanel Russian Collection Bordeaux Boots
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into timeless elegance with the Chanel Russian Collection Bordeaux Boots. These burgundy red
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2010s Italian Boots

Chanel Acetate Quilted CC Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
functionality. The unique design is elevated by the black faux quilted arms, reminiscent of Chanel's iconic
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Early 2000s Italian Sunglasses

Chanel 2014 CC Plexiglass Padlock Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
modern sophistication and iconic Chanel flair. Style this with a Versace dress, a Givenchy handbag and
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Chanel CC Canvas High Top Sneakers
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on the Chanel CC Canvas High Top Sneakers—an exquisite pair that seamlessly fuses
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2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel 100th Anniversary Gold Coin Pearl Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your piece of ultra-rare Chanel here! From the Chanel 100th Anniversary collection in the year
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Black Canvas/Beige Leather Pearl Embellished Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39.
By Chanel
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
durable leather, they are perfect for any season. These ankle strap sandals from Chanel feature faux
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2010s French Shoes

Rare William De Lillo Jeweled Gilt Metal & Leather Evening Bag
By William De Lillo
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A unique (one of a kind) evening bag by William de Lillo. The off white leather handbag is set
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Mid-20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Faux Sapphire Pearl Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
this with a Cartier bracelet, a Louis Vuitton handbag and some Chanel heels to complete the look. In
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Gucci Multicolor Crystal Faux Pearl Logo Pendent Necklace
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Gucci Multicolor Crystal Faux Pearl Logo Pendant Necklace, a piece that embodies
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Faux Sapphire Pearl Clamper Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Faux Sapphire Pearl Clamper Bracelet, a glamorous and
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1990s Clamper Bracelets

Gucci Multicolor Crystal Faux Pearl Logo Necklace & Earrings Set
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crystal Faux Pearl Logo Necklace & Earrings Set. This matching set is a statement in itself and a
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Moschino 1980s Gold Tone Watch
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
this with an Issey Miyake dress, some Chanel sneakers and a Fendi handbag to complete the look. In good
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Moschino 1980s Pink Crystal Watch
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
metallic pink ostrich-embossed faux leather band, adding a touch of glamour and texture to any ensemble
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Moschino 1980s Green Lizard Embossed Watch
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
features a deep emerald green lizard-embossed faux leather band, adding a touch of sophistication and
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Dominque Aurientis Paris 1980s Gold Tone Flower Brooch & Earrings Set
By Dominique Aureintis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sophistication and vintage allure. Style these with a Gucci handbag, a Chanel silk scarf and some Prada heels to
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Dominque Aurientis Paris 1980s Gold Plated Green Stone Flower Clip On Earrings
By Dominique Aurientis Paris
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gucci handbag and some Chanel boots to complete the look. The clip-on design ensures comfort and ease of
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

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Gold Plate

Gucci Black Leather Pearl Logo Moto Jacket
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Composed of exquisite faux pearls, it is a symbol of opulence and luxury. The intricate detailing of the
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2010s Italian Jackets

Chanel Black Plexiglass Pearl Embellished 2014 Cc Logo Lego Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This rare and gorgeous style features faux pearl detail on front and back, large black CC logo with
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

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
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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

2008 Chanel Iridescent Black Matte Caviar Flap bag RARE
By Chanel
Located in Westmount, Quebec
chain link leather threaded shoulder strap and a frontal faux Chanel CC Mademoiselle turn lock. This
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

2012 CHANEL Classic wallet on Chain Flap bag Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Westmount, Quebec
leather threaded shoulder strap and a frontal faux Chanel CC Mademoiselle turn lock. This unsnaps to a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Handbag in Rust Cotton Twill and Faux Tortoise
By Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful casual Chanel handbag in rust colored cotton twill with faux tortoise lucite handles
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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Vintage Tote Handbag New '02
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Coco Chanel Vintage tote with Coco profile. New never used with tags attached. From 2002
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21st Century and Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Chanel Patchwork Tweed PVC Classic Single Flap Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate Your Wardrobe with the uniquely chic Chanel Patchwork Tweed PVC Classic Single Flap Handbag
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

2010 Chanel Inuit Fantasy Tweed - Faux Fur Tote
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
From the 2010 collection. Playful mix-material tote bag to add to your collection. Minor rubbing on the bottom corners and light yellowing on the canvas exterior. Item series #14. Co...
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2010s Tote Bags

CHANEL Plaid Purse with Faux Fur
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand New . Never worn Chanel Plaid Purse with Fur come with Box and ID from 2010. Measurement: 13
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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel White Quilted Lambskin & Faux Python Vintage Cambon Pochette
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel White Quilted Lambskin & Faux Python Vintage Cambon Pochette Brand- Chanel Model- Cambon
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Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Chartreuse Leather Tote Bag with Faux Tortoise Chain Handles 90s
By Chanel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This chic tote bag was made by Chanel, most likely in the late 1990s. Made from smooth Chartreuse
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1990s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Beige/Ivory Quilted Canvas Faux Pearl Double Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
We are in utter awe of this flap bag from Chanel as it is appealing in a feminine way. Exquisitely
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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Natural Faux Fur & Black Tweed Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Natural Faux Fur & Black Tweed Maxi Classic Single Flap Bag Xupes Reference: CB587 Serial
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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Beige/Ivory Quilted Canvas and Leather Faux Pearl Double Flap Shoulder Ba
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
We are in utter awe of this flap bag from Chanel as it is appealing in a feminine way. Exquisitely
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faux fur muff handbag in white with black trim. Chanel across the front, top zip closure and
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1980s French Shoulder Bags

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Faux Chanel Handbags For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of faux chanel handbags. Our collection of faux chanel handbags includes a variety of colors, spanning black, brown, blue and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Faux Chanel Handbags?

Prices for faux chanel handbags can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,078 and can go as high as $13,540, while these items, on average, fetch $6,383.

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 handbags-purses-bags for You

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.”

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.

Questions About Chanel
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, Chanel has made bedding. Long after it established itself as a pioneering fashion label, the French luxury brand eventually expanded into home accessories and decor. Throw blankets, pillows and other goods for the home have been a part of its offerings over the years.

    The legendary designer and entrepreneur Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel was very fond of well-appointed interiors. "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only," she said.

    A private apartment for the designer that occupied a floor at 31 rue Cambon in Paris, the building that housed her first boutique, was home to decorative screens, bookshelves filled with books (Chanel was an avid reader), Louis XIV furniture, beige carpets and a sofa of her own design.

    A home built by architect Robert Streitz called La Pausa, located in a sizable detached villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, was designed by Chanel and based on the convent-orphanage she lived in as a child. Chanel also created the interiors, reportedly with support from celebrated French designer Stéphane Boudin of Maison Jansen.

    Find vintage Chanel blankets and other home accessories on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.