Chanel Most Wanted 96A Fall 1996 Braided Trim Runway CC Logo Jacket Coat 40 New
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel runway Vintage jacket from Fall 1996 collection adorned with Chanel gripoix buttons with CC logo.
Chanel Most Wanted 96A Fall 1996 Braided Trim Runway CC Logo Jacket Coat 40 New
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel runway Vintage jacket from Fall 1996 collection adorned with Chanel gripoix buttons with CC logo.
$585Sale Price|25% Off
Chanel Fuchsia Pink Silk Shirt with Back Gripoix buttons
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel fuchsia pink silk shirt. - Featuring Gripoix buttons closure at the back and the cuffs
Black Wool and Velvet Officier Coat, Gripoix Jewels Buttons, Chanel 1996 A
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Extraordinary officer's coat in wool and black velvet, double row of ten Gripoix Chanel buttons. Two buttons on the pockets, Three on the back of each sleeve.
90s Chanel Little Black Jacket and Skirt Suit with Gripoix Clover Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
Featuring a slim lapel with six beautiful coloured gripoix (navy, blue and green) four leaf clover flower buttons fastening and three clover flower buttons on each cuff.
Chanel Cashmere Black Sweater with glass and bead detail and gripoix buttons 201
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Each button is a unique glass gripoix buttons with cc details. The main Chanel Tag and Size tag are missing.
$10,553Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Fall 1996 Vintage Women's Red Wool Coat with Gripoix Buttons
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Absolutely incredible, super rare unworn vintage Chanel coat from the Fall 1996 runway. Made from thick bright red wool with a smooth red silk lining with stunning gilt Gripoix butto...
Chanel 96A Fall 1996 Rare To Find CC Logo Gripoix Coat Jacket FR 44
By Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel most wanted 1996 coat with Chanel interlocking CC logo gripoix buttons.
Chanel Buttons - Assortment of 6 - Gripoix - Enamel
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a gorgeous assortment of six buttons from Chanel Paris. The buttons are as follows: - 2 buttons that are silver tone buttons with a gray patina.
Chanel Buttons - Matching Set of 10 - Gripoix Inlay
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a set of 10 buttons from Chanel. Each button is comprised of clear gripoix stones encased inside of a gun metal gray tone button frame.
5 Rare Chanel Buttons - Gripoix Stones and Pearls
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a set of 3 large and Chanel Buttons. Each button has a green gripoix stone inlay surrounded by pearls and rhinestones.
Chanel Gold Shirt and Pant Set Gripoix Buttons Documented, 1996
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The sleeveless gold lame top has jewel neckline Chanel logo gripoix button closure at the back of neck.
Chanel Buttons - Set of 5 Assorted - Elaborate Gripoix and Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is an assorted lot of 5 different buttons from Chanel. The buttons are as follows: - 1 button is comprised of faceted green, pink, blue and red rhinestones in a beau...
Chanel Multicolor Tweed Jacket with Red and White Crystals and Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Three red and white crystal embellishments on toggle closures. Three brown and red Gripoix glass “CC”buttons at front. One snap closure at collar.
Chanel Black Short-sleeved Wool Dress With Gripoix Buttons Sz 38 (Us 6)
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
The dress has a pocket that opens at either side and features six gripoix buttons in rust, grey, gold and black set on a gold metal backing down the front.
Chanel Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket Sz.44
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Rare and iconic Chanel black tweed jacket with Gripoix jewel buttons.
Chanel wool jacket with gripoix buttons
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Austin, TX
1996 CHANEL wool jacket with gripoix buttons. Four pockets.
Chanel Black Velvet Double Breasted Gripoix Buttons Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Multi-colours floral Gripoix buttons closure. - Two sides pocket with Gripoix button closure.
Chanel CC Jewel Gripoix Buttons Grey Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Stunning Chanel black lesage tweed jacket with CC Jewel Gripoux buttons from Paris / LONDON Collection, Metiers d'Art sz.38 Excellent condition.
Chanel black wool gold jewelled gripoix buttons long jacket
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel black wool gold jewelled gripoix buttons long jacket from 1996 fall collection.
Chanel Paris Salzburg Runway Gripoix Buttons Black Coat Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel 15a runway Paris Salzburg collection Black alpaca coat with navy trim and crystal gripoix buttons.
Chanel 10P Tweed CC Logo Gripoix Buttons Jacket Blazer
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
This stunning jacket from Chanel will become a staple in your wardrobe. This jacket features a classic blazer silhouette made from gorgeous cotton and silk blend in a chic black wit...
Chanel Paris-Bombay Black Tweed Jacket, Gripoix Buttons Sz.38
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Stunning Chanel 13K Paris/Bombay Collection Black Tweed Jacket with Gripoix Buttons.
Chanel Runway Tweed Jacket Burgundy CC Gripoix Buttons Sz.40
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
This iconic piece features CC Gripoix buttons and a beautiful burgundy tweed.
Chanel Pant Suit Safari Style Jacket – Gripoix Buttons – Excellent Condition
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Elegant grey green pant suit from Chanel. The jacket features gold-tone Gripoix buttons with colored rhinestones, 4 pockets and a tonal waist belt.
CHANEL dress Gown made for private client Velvet Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic CHANEL exquisite sophisticated dress. Exclusively made for a private customer this is some find! Jet black velvet. The simplicity and subtle attention to det...
Chanel 11A Jacket Burgundy Red Tweed Gripoix CC Buttons 40 /6
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
V neck with 4 patch pockets. 5 Gripoix jeweled CC logo buttons in front and 1 on each pocket. 2 working Gripoix buttons on each cuff.
CHANEL 13C Versailles BLUE TRIM CAMELLIA GRIPOIX BUTTONS JACKET Sz.38
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Featuring a stunning blue trim and unique Camellia Gripoix buttons, this jacket exudes sophistication and luxury.
Chanel Black Velvet Sailor Style Pants with Gripoix Buttons - 34 - 1980's
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Velvet Sailor Style Pants with Gripoix Buttons - 34 - 1980's.
CHANEL 13A Edinburgh plaid cashmere mohair boucle gripoix buttons jacket FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 13A Edinburgh green plaid cashmere mohair boucle gripoix buttons jacket FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00926 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 14A Edinburgh Material...
Chanel 1996 Gold Top & Pants with Tan Tweed Coat & Gripoix Buttons - 34
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 1996 Gold Silk Brocade Set with Tan Tweed Coat & Gripoix Buttons - 34.
Chanel Black Wool and Velvet Gripoix Jewelled Gold Toned buttons Long Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel black wool and velvet gripoix jewelled gold toned buttons long jacket from 1996 fall collection.
Chanel Edinburgh Runway Multi Color Tweed Coat Gripoix Buttons 2013
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Chanel Pre-Fall Collection, also known as the Chanel Métiers d’Art, is an annual celebration of art and culture. The 2013 show took place on a snowy evening at the ruins of Linli...
CHANEL black white raw frayed check tweed gripoix buttons cropped jacket FR40 L
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL black white raw frayed check tweed gripoix buttons cropped jacket FR40 L Reference: TGAS/D00962 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Nylon, Cotton, Blend Color: Bl...
CHANEL 13A Edinburgh green plaid cashmere boucle gripoix buttons jacket FR36 S
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 13A Edinburgh green plaid cashmere boucle gripoix buttons jacket FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00926 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 14A Edinburgh Material: Wool,...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld pink silk puffer coat with Gripoix buttons, fw 1996
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel pink silk puffer coat ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Oversized fit ▪ Gold Gripoix buttons with red and green stones ▪ Funnel neck ▪ 4 front pockets ▪ Black silk ribbon ...
CHANEL black white raw frayed check tweed gripoix buttons cropped jacket FR40 L
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL black white raw frayed check tweed gripoix buttons cropped jacket FR40 L Reference: TGAS/D00962 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Nylon, Cotton, Blend Color: Bl...
Rare 1996 Chanel Byzantine collection Skirt Suit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Capri, IT
Very rare gold metallic matelasse quilted suit with colored rhinestones and poured glass Gripoix buttons from Chanel exactly as seen on the runway and featured in the Chanel ad campa...
Vintage Chanel Jacket Beige Tweed Gripoix Buttons 2010
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The waist is underlined by a yoke. the whole braided by the threads of the weaving. Six buttons close the jacket. Three quarter sleeves. The brushed silver Gripoix buttons are embell...
Fall 1998 Chanel Taupe Jacket with Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel jacket from Fall 1998 collection. The taupe wool jacket is accented with gold gripoix buttons down the front with tiny inset poured glass ruby and emerald gems, on the four to...
Chanel Military Style Fuchsia Jacket with Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
The jacket is beautifully constructed and features details such as sixteen gold Gripoix buttons, 100% silk pink Chanel logo fabric lining the interior as well as a 1/8" wide gold-pla...
Chanel Magenta Wool Long Jacket with Gripoix Buttons - 38
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This beautiful Chanel jacket is made of magenta wool and has gripoix buttons.
Chanel Paris Salzburg Runway Gripoix Buttons Black Coat Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel 15a runway Paris Salzburg collection Black alpaca coat with navy trim and crystal gripoix buttons.
Chanel Double-Breasted Fuchsia Wool Coat with Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
Double-breasted wool coat in fuchsia by Chanel featuring Gripoix buttons on the front enclosure, sleeve cuffs and pockets.
CHANEL Gold Brocade Colored Rhinestones Gripoix Buttons Fancy Pantsuit
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Exceptional collector's pantsuit from the Chanel Fall 1996 collection featuring an amazing tailored fit and jewels Gripoix buttons.
Chanel Fall 1986 Black Velvet Dress with Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Super chic and timeless Chanel dress from the fall 1986 collection. Jet black velvet with 21 absolutely stunning multicoloured poured glass gripoix buttons.
Chanel 2015 black wool tweed coat faux Gripoix oversized buttons
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel 2015 collection black wool tweed coat, satin silk details, Fauw Gripoix oversized buttons, one extra button, very good condition size 38 FR up to US 6 - US 8
Chanel Pink Cotton Blend Top with Pink & White Gripoix Buttons - 34
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Pink Cotton Blend N/S Top w/ Paladium Pink and White Gripoix Buttons-34.
Vintage 1996 CHANEL Gold Brocade Silk Lurex with Gripoix Buttons Trouser Pants
By Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1996 CHANEL Gold Brocade Silk Lurex with Gripoix Buttons Trouser Pants Measurements taken laid flat, please double waist and hips: Waist: 14.17 inches (36 cm) Hips: 19.68 in...
Rare 1996 CHANEL metallic gold suit with colored rhinestones & Gripoix buttons
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare gold metallic matelasse quilted suit with colored rhinestones and poured glass Gripoix buttons from Chanel exactly as seen on the runway and featured in the Chanel ad campa...
1996A Chanel Royal Blue Melton Wool Jacket Blazer w/CC Logo Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
A 1996A Chanel royal blue melton wool jacket with frontal pockets and gold tone gripoix buttons down center front and sleeve cuffs.
Chanel Black Tweed Short Sleeve Jacket with Gripoix Buttons - 40 - NWT rt $6955
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
There are clear gripoix buttons and a drop collar. This jacket is new and is in excellent condition with tags still attached.
Chanel 1996 Black Wool Skirt Suit with Gripoix Buttons
Located in Oakland, CA
This black wool suit from Chanel has a notched collar, Princess seams and elegant Gripoix buttons.
CHANEL Gripoix Buttons 1996
By Chanel
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine vintage Chanel 'military' jacket. Authentic vibrant 'bubblegum' pink wool item features precision seams and original signed gilt metal buttons with multi-color Gripoix glass cab...
Chanel Fall 1996 Olive Green Jacket with Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Fall 1996 Olive Green Jacket with Gripoix Buttons.
Chanel High & Low Black Boucle White Trimmed Long Sleeve Jacket 2014 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Three large Chanel gripoix buttons at front for closure and two smaller same design gripoix buttons at cuffs.
Chanel Pink Wool Jacket with "CC" Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Chanel Pink Wool and Alpaca Jacket with "CC" Gripoix Gold Tone Buttons.
Chanel 1996 A Jacket Skirt Suit Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in US
Chanel suit jacket features beautiful gripoix glass button closures along the front center as well as on the flap pockets and cuffs. Skirt has a back zipper and hook-and-eye closure....
Chanel Sky Blue Wool Jacket with Gripoix Buttons - Size 42
By Chanel
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Beautiful Chanel 100% wool button down jacket with four flap pockets, each with a stunning Gripoix button.
CHANEL '07 Tweed Jacket with Gripoix Cross Buttons Sz 4
By Chanel
Located in Cloverdale, CA
CHANEL '07 Elegant Tweed Jacket with Gripoix Cross Button This gorgeous coat is made of Chanel's signature fantasy tweed that's a soft cotton blend.
Chanel Black Tweed Gripoix Jewel Buttons Long Sleeve Jacket M
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
It is fashioned in black tweed fabric, which is augmented with Gripoix jewel buttons. This jacket has two external pockets, long sleeves, and buttoned closure.
Chanel Military style Pink jacket with Gripoix Buttons Au'96
By Chanel
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Military style wool coat by Chanel from Autumn of 1996 features Chanel’s signature Gripoix jeweled gold-tone jeweled buttons, princess seams, button-front closure, 2 flap-close butto...
Vintage 1996 Black Velvet Chanel Coat. Buttons Gripoix Style. Size 38
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice black velvet Chanel long coat with buttons style "Gripoix. Really good conditon (better than in the photos) but it is really hard to make photos of velvet.
Chanel Pink Boucle Military Style Jacket with Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Delightful pink boucle military style jacket from Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel . Beautiful blush pink with gripoix buttons and epaulettes The perfect Chanel jacket No size tag ...
Chanel 10C Long Sheer Black Striped duster Jacket with Gripoix Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, ON
An seamstress can easily shorten the jacket. Goldstone gripoix buttons. Tagged size FR 40 (USA 8 - can fit a 6).
CHANEL 16P Runway Denim Fantasy Tweed Blazer Gripoix Buttons 34 US 2
By Chanel
Located in Sanford, FL
CHANEL - Excellent - Fall 2016 Runway Denim Fantasy Tweed Blazer - Denim Multi - 34 US XS - Jacket Description Look 4 from the Fall 2016 Runway. Medium wash blue denim and multicol...
Chanel Jacket 10/12/44 Gripoix Glass Buttons CC Logo Black White Gray Tweed
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Chanel - Jacket with Gripoix Buttons From a Recent Collection the past few years Size: 44 - US 12 Color: Black / White Material: Jacket: 58% Wool - 29% Acrylic - 9%...
Chanel Jacket - 10 12 44 - Gripoix Glass Buttons CC Logo Black White Gray Tweed
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Chanel - Jacket with Gripoix Buttons From a Recent Collection the past few years Size: 44 - US 12 Color: Black / White Material: Jacket: 58% Wool - 29% Acrylic - 9%...
$5,289
Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK10
Jean Paul Gaultier Brown Halter Neck Maxi Dress with Plunging Neckline, SS 2000
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier ▪ Creative Director: Jean Paul Gaultier ▪ Collection: Spring-Summer 2000 ▪ Fabric: Rayon ▪ Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK 10 ▪ Made in: Italy ▪ Condition: Excelle...
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S06 Brown Knit Ruffled Slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Manchester, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring/Summer 2006 brown knit viscose slip dress with ribbon tied straps and tiered ruffles at the neckline and hem. Tagged size FR40. In good condi...
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Rhinestone Beaded Plunge Silver Beige Lace Mini Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This silver embellished lace mini dress from Gucci’s Fall/Winter 2000 collection, designed under Tom Ford’s creative direction, is covered in beads and rhinestones. The mini features...
Chanel Grey Charms Silk Shawl Brand New
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Beautiful Chanel silk scarf in grey with multicolor pattern. This piece shows different jewelry pieces like the chain with the Chanel charm, the feather chain or the green stones. Th...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
$18,790
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Christian Dior by John Galliano foiled black open-knit evening dress, fw 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Constructed from black foiled open-knit viscose ▪ Large turn-over collar which can be draped in multiple ways ▪ ...
Beautiful Mugler Silk Top Semi Sheer Black Lace Bustier Blouse
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
This beautiful Mugler Silk lace bustier captures the Designer’s unmistakable vision of femininity: powerful, theatrical & sensual. Every seam sharpens the silhouette, drawing the...
Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare iconic Thierry Mugler Jacket from his legendary Fall/Winter 1995 Collection. The sculptural showstopper piece exudes theatrical grandeur and sculptural artistry. Seen...
CHANEL suit pink jacket and dress S/S 1996
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL S/S 1996 Suit pink tweed wool jacket and dress 90% wool 10% nylon Lining: 100% silk Size FR 42 Made in France Excellent conditions Flat measures Jacket: Length cm. 49 ...
Thierry Mugler FW 1993 jacket Blazer Wool
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
This Thierry Mugler jacket is a striking example of Thierry Mugler's excellent tailoring, combining both structure and femininity. Assuming is is from his beautiful FW 1993 Collectio...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Sexy Cut Out Cocktail Dress Designer size - L ( run small, please check measurements ). Black Stretch Jersey, Double Layered Skirt, Simple Slip On. Measurements: W...
Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Sculptural Runway Skirt Suit Velvet Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Like a shard of midnight architecture wrapped around the body, this two piece Thierry Mugler ensemble is less a garment than an act of sculptural seduction. The silhouette is so gorg...
Dolce & Gabbana Polka Dot Lace-Hem Midi Dress 1990s
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
A body-con midi dress in black stretch fabric with a large white polka dot print, cut close to the body with a square neckline and fine ruffle detail at the shoulder straps. The hem ...
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
Halston Silk Chiffon Jersey Grecian Goddess Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Halston's iconic ivory cream fine silk jersey two piece Grecian goddess dress. The separate strapless boned bustier bodice of ruched and pleated chiffon jersey. The long skirt loosel...
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.
Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.
From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement.
For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures.
Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond.
And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship.
Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods.
The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.