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Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Plated CCs Thick Cuff Bracelet
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Plated CCs Thick Cuff Bracelet

Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Plated CCs Thick Cuff Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

It is adjustable In a very good vintage condition, it has some minor hairline scratches in general. -It is a very rare Chanel piece for Chanel collectors. AB1906-10093

Category

1990s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Chanel Fall 2001 Ski Jumpsuit
Chanel Fall 2001 Ski Jumpsuit

Chanel Fall 2001 Ski Jumpsuit

By Chanel

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Rare Chanel Fall 2001 Ski Jumpsuit color beige. Size 36 FR.

Category

Early 2000s Jumpsuits

Chanel Runway 1993 jacket
Chanel Runway 1993 jacket

Chanel Runway 1993 jacket

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Runway Spring Summer 1993 jacket in excellent condition size 42 FR 24k gold plated chain details

Category

1990s French Jackets

Chanel Fall 2014 Supermarket Collection necklace
Chanel Fall 2014 Supermarket Collection necklace

Chanel Fall 2014 Supermarket Collection necklace

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel 2014 Supermarket collection two tone silver and gold necklace.

Category

2010s French Drop Necklaces

Chanel Supermarket collection 2014 cuff bracelet
Chanel Supermarket collection 2014 cuff bracelet

Chanel Supermarket collection 2014 cuff bracelet

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel runway supermarket collection fall winter 2014 cuff bracelet no stamp and no box

Category

2010s French Cuff Bracelets

Chanel purple lavender cotton polo
Chanel purple lavender cotton polo

Chanel purple lavender cotton polo

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Rare Chanel purple lavender cotton polo from 1996 collection

Category

1990s French T-Shirts

Chanel Rare Cashmere Wool Bell Sleeve Coat Size FR 36 Elegant Tailored
Chanel Rare Cashmere Wool Bell Sleeve Coat Size FR 36 Elegant Tailored

Chanel Rare Cashmere Wool Bell Sleeve Coat Size FR 36 Elegant Tailored

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Chanel Rare Cashmere & Wool Bell Sleeve Coat Size FR 36 Description An exceptionally elegant and rare Chanel coat, beautifully tailored from a luxurious cashmere and wool blend.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Chanel 1994 Backpack Ultra Rare Duma Vintage Red Lambskin Leather Backpack
Chanel 1994 Backpack Ultra Rare Duma Vintage Red Lambskin Leather Backpack

Chanel 1994 Backpack Ultra Rare Duma Vintage Red Lambskin Leather Backpack

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Ultra rare Chanel red vintage quilted lambskin backpack with interwoven chain straps 1994 {VINTAGE 28 Years} Gold hardware Double CC turnlock closure Small front pocket Interior red...

Category

1990s French Backpacks

Chanel S/S 1995 Barbie collection rare pink lambskin leather vest
Chanel S/S 1995 Barbie collection rare pink lambskin leather vest

Chanel S/S 1995 Barbie collection rare pink lambskin leather vest

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld spring summer 1995 the famous “Barbie Collection” pink lambskin leather vest, documented, 24k gold plated cc logo buttons, size 38 FR (it fits size 34 a...

Category

1990s French Vests

Authentic Chanel double flap bag creme beige
Authentic Chanel double flap bag creme beige

Authentic Chanel double flap bag creme beige

By Chanel, Coco Chanel /Maison Goossens

Located in 10707, DE

Rare Chanel Double flap bag In creme beige Lamb Skin leather Gold hardware

Category

1980s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel métiers d’art Paris Shanghai 2010 necklace
Chanel métiers d’art Paris Shanghai 2010 necklace

Chanel métiers d’art Paris Shanghai 2010 necklace

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Runway métiers d’art Paris Shanghai pre fall 2010 collection gold champagne CC logo necklace

Category

2010s French Drop Necklaces

Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch
Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch

Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- One of a kind and rare Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch from the 1990’s collection

Category

1990s French Brooches

Chanel 2013 Grey Fur CC Flap Bag
Chanel 2013 Grey Fur CC Flap Bag

Chanel 2013 Grey Fur CC Flap Bag

$5,261Sale Price|20% Off

Chanel 2013 Grey Fur CC Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Rare Chanel 2013 CC flap bag in grey fur, silver hardware.

Category

Early 2000s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Pearl CC Accordion Flap Bag Gold Hardware
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Pearl CC Accordion Flap Bag Gold Hardware

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Pearl CC Accordion Flap Bag Gold Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Infuse your wardrobe with cinematic romance and high-fashion elegance through this beautifully rare Chanel Pearl CC Accordion Flap Bag

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote
Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote

Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote Year 2008 {VINTAGE 15 Years} This gorgeous rare Chanel Cruise Tote is made of black coated canvas, ...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote
Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote

Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Limited Edition Cruise Yacht Nautical Beach Black Coated Canvas Tote Year 2008 {VINTAGE 14 Years} This gorgeous rare Chanel Cruise Tote is made of black coated canvas, ...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Métiers d’art Paris Shanghai Pre Fall 2010 dragoon earrings
Chanel Métiers d’art Paris Shanghai Pre Fall 2010 dragoon earrings

Chanel Métiers d’art Paris Shanghai Pre Fall 2010 dragoon earrings

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel métiers d’art Paris Shanghai Pre Fall 2010 collection by Karl Lagerfeld dragoon pierced earrings in excellent condition

Category

2010s French Drop Earrings

CHANEL Ski Sunglasses 2000 Rare
CHANEL Ski Sunglasses 2000 Rare

CHANEL Ski Sunglasses 2000 Rare

$2,284Sale Price|20% Off

CHANEL Ski Sunglasses 2000 Rare

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

CHANEL Ski Sunglasses 2000 Rare A rare Chanel trendy ski sunglasses from the Fall runway 2000 collection and highly collectable.

Category

Early 2000s French Sunglasses

Chanel F/W 2013 rare runway pink powder mink helmet hat as seen on Lady Gaga
Chanel F/W 2013 rare runway pink powder mink helmet hat as seen on Lady Gaga

Chanel F/W 2013 rare runway pink powder mink helmet hat as seen on Lady Gaga

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Fall Winter 2013 runway powder pink mink fur helmet hat, like one size, as seen on Lady Gaga and many times on the catwalk.

Category

2010s French Hats

Chanel S/S 2011 reissue metallic gold calfskin roll clutch
Chanel S/S 2011 reissue metallic gold calfskin roll clutch

Chanel S/S 2011 reissue metallic gold calfskin roll clutch

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Spring Summer 2011 collection by Karl Lagerfeld limited edition reissue metallic gold quilted calfskin leather roll clutch, it comes with authenticity card.

Category

2010s French Clutches

Chanel Paris Dallas 2014  Dress Sz.34
Chanel Paris Dallas 2014  Dress Sz.34

Chanel Paris Dallas 2014 Dress Sz.34

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Rare Chanel runway métiers d'art pre fall 2014 Paris Dallas red tweed dress leather fringe details, star zipper closure, Excellent condition (but zipper was broken, see on pics) Sz....

Category

2010s Day Dresses

Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag
Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag

Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Chanel Vintage 90's Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Tote 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5” H x 7” W x 2.5...

Category

1990s Italian Clutches

Chanel S/S 2009 pearl embellished dress
Chanel S/S 2009 pearl embellished dress

Chanel S/S 2009 pearl embellished dress

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Spring Summer 2009 pearl embellished dress, piece of art, it can fit US 0 up to US 4 size tag was cut, (34 up to 38 FR) very good condition only few wear on the armpits

Category

Early 2000s Day Dresses

Chanel Airline Collection Runway Cap in Excellent Condition
Chanel Airline Collection Runway Cap in Excellent Condition

Chanel Airline Collection Runway Cap in Excellent Condition

By Chanel

Located in Sewickley, PA

Very rare Chanel cap with sequin detail from the Chanel airline collection and worn on the runway.

Category

2010s French Caps

Rare Museum Piece 1990s Chanel Sequin Jacket shown at Met Museum 2005 Exhibition
Rare Museum Piece 1990s Chanel Sequin Jacket shown at Met Museum 2005 Exhibition

Rare Museum Piece 1990s Chanel Sequin Jacket shown at Met Museum 2005 Exhibition

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Switzerland, CH

An extremely rare Chanel jacket from the early 1990s Seen on Vogue Editor Anna Wintour Part of the Exhibition in the Metropolitan Museum in NY in 2005 White Sequin Jacket with black ...

Category

1990s French Blazers

Chanel 1993 24k gold plated chain black heels shoes
Chanel 1993 24k gold plated chain black heels shoes

Chanel 1993 24k gold plated chain black heels shoes

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel F/W 1993 collection 24k gold plated chain and black fabric Heels shoes.

Category

1990s French Shoes

Chanel 1990's Rare Vintage 'CC' Logo 24k Gold Plated Medallion Pearl Necklace
Chanel 1990's Rare Vintage 'CC' Logo 24k Gold Plated Medallion Pearl Necklace

Chanel 1990's Rare Vintage 'CC' Logo 24k Gold Plated Medallion Pearl Necklace

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

We Adore -  Rare Chanel Vintage 'CC' Logo 24k Gold Plated Medallion Pearl Necklace From 1993 Collection is this gold necklace featuring a medallion pendant designed with a with...

Category

1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold, Gold Plate

Chanel Purple Tweed and Steel Bangle Bracelet
Chanel Purple Tweed and Steel Bangle Bracelet

Chanel Purple Tweed and Steel Bangle Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

BEAUTIFUL RARE CHANEL tweed and steel bangle bracelet in excellent condition.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar North-South Boy Bag with Aged Gold Hardware
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar North-South Boy Bag with Aged Gold Hardware

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar North-South Boy Bag with Aged Gold Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Make a striking, modern impression with this exceptionally rare Chanel North-South Boy Flap Bag. Released as an architectural reinterpretation of the legendary Boy Chanel silhouette,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel 2017 Reissue 2.55 Rare Hangel Aged Blue Leather Shoulder Bag
Chanel 2017 Reissue 2.55 Rare Hangel Aged Blue Leather Shoulder Bag

Chanel 2017 Reissue 2.55 Rare Hangel Aged Blue Leather Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Houston, TX

Exceptional and Rare Chanel bag, limited edition Reissue 2.55 "Rare Hangel" classic flap in quilted aged blue calf leather.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel red gripoix cross drop clip on earrings
Chanel red gripoix cross drop clip on earrings

Chanel red gripoix cross drop clip on earrings

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s stunning and rare Chanel Red Cross gripoix drop clip-on earrings a blue rhinestone in the middle and a triangle shape burgundy gripoix on top.

Category

1990s French Dangle Earrings

RARE Vintage Chanel Diana Bag with Back pocket Series 5
RARE Vintage Chanel Diana Bag with Back pocket Series 5

RARE Vintage Chanel Diana Bag with Back pocket Series 5

By Chanel

Located in Sewickley, PA

The rare Chanel Diana bag with a back pocket (often called the "Pocket Diana") is a highly sought-after vintage style, distinct from the standard Diana due to its convenient exterior...

Category

1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Hologram Fob Key Chain Spring 1997
Chanel Hologram Fob Key Chain Spring 1997

Chanel Hologram Fob Key Chain Spring 1997

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Authentic rare Chanel Hologram fob key chain or bag charm.

Category

1990s French More Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Chanel Red Tweed and Steel Bangle Bracelet
Chanel Red Tweed and Steel Bangle Bracelet

Chanel Red Tweed and Steel Bangle Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

RARE CHANEL tweed and steel bangle bracelet in excellent condition.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Chanel Black Satin Crystal CC Clutch Chain Evening Bag Rare Designer
Chanel Black Satin Crystal CC Clutch Chain Evening Bag Rare Designer

Chanel Black Satin Crystal CC Clutch Chain Evening Bag Rare Designer

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in San Jose, CA

Keyword: Chanel clutch, black satin bag, crystal CC bag, designer evening bag, luxury resale, Chanel shoulder bag, wedding clutch, cocktail purse, rare Chanel, vintage‑style Chanel, ...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel S/S 2017 LIMITED EDITION Robot tweed shipping bag
Chanel S/S 2017 LIMITED EDITION Robot tweed shipping bag

Chanel S/S 2017 LIMITED EDITION Robot tweed shipping bag

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Spring Summer 2017 limited edition “Robot” tweed shopping bag, it comes with authenticity card, excellent condition, silver hardware, huge robot on the bag, quilted green...

Category

2010s French Tote Bags

Chanel S/S 1995 Barbie Collection by Karl Lagerfeld cropped jacket
Chanel S/S 1995 Barbie Collection by Karl Lagerfeld cropped jacket

Chanel S/S 1995 Barbie Collection by Karl Lagerfeld cropped jacket

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Spring Summer 1995 Barbie Collection cropped jacket, white tweed and black, CC logo buttons 24k gold plated, it fits US 0 up to US 4 (34 up to 38 FR)

Category

1990s French Cropped Jackets

CHANEL Vintage Gold Statement Heart CC Logo Cuff Bracelet
CHANEL Vintage Gold Statement Heart CC Logo Cuff Bracelet

CHANEL Vintage Gold Statement Heart CC Logo Cuff Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

Beautiful rare Chanel gold CC heart logo cuff bracelet 100% authentic Made in France 1995 Collection Gold Plated Very good pre-loved condition overall aside from light wear and scrat...

Category

1990s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Chanel F/W 2001 black raccoon fur cashmere and pearl CC logo scarf neck
Chanel F/W 2001 black raccoon fur cashmere and pearl CC logo scarf neck

Chanel F/W 2001 black raccoon fur cashmere and pearl CC logo scarf neck

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel Fall Winter 2001 collection by Karl Lagerfeld massive black Raccoon fur and cashmere scarf neck, snap buttons and clasp, silver CC logo metal and pearls, amazing design.

Category

Early 2000s French Scarves

CHANEL 1990s Watersnake Square-toe Flats
CHANEL 1990s Watersnake Square-toe Flats

CHANEL 1990s Watersnake Square-toe Flats

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Genève, CH

These rare Chanel square-toe flats are crafted from watersnake skin and leather, and are in very good condition for a piece from the 1990s era.

Category

1990s Italian Shoes

Chanel REV Runway White CC Tights Sheer Hosiery S
Chanel REV Runway White CC Tights Sheer Hosiery S

Chanel REV Runway White CC Tights Sheer Hosiery S

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a pair of rare Chanel REV runway white CC tights / stockings.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Lingerie

Chanel White Leather Chunky Wood Stack Heel Short Boot -Size 36.5
Chanel White Leather Chunky Wood Stack Heel Short Boot -Size 36.5

Chanel White Leather Chunky Wood Stack Heel Short Boot -Size 36.5

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This rare Chanel White Bootie is as described below: Square toe box 3.75” Heel Height 1.25” X 1.5” Wood stack heel 1” wide leather strap with Chanel buckle around ankle Leather stit...

Category

2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel Beige CC Beach Cruise Yacht Coated Canvas Tote
Chanel Beige CC Beach Cruise Yacht Coated Canvas Tote

Chanel Beige CC Beach Cruise Yacht Coated Canvas Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 2008 Cruise Yacht Coated Canvas Beige CC Limited Edition Beach Tote Bag This gorgeous rare Chanel Cruise Tote is made of beige coated canvas, braided handles, an open top de...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel vintage 1997-1999 Green limon caviar top handle Kelly bag
Chanel vintage 1997-1999 Green limon caviar top handle Kelly bag

Chanel vintage 1997-1999 Green limon caviar top handle Kelly bag

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel 1997-1999 (5 series) lemon green (Citron vert) caviar leather Kelly Top Handle bag, no more serial number inside but it comes with the original authenticity card and book...

Category

1990s French Top Handle Bags

Vintage Chanel Rare Gripoix pendant, 1950s
Vintage Chanel Rare Gripoix pendant, 1950s

Vintage Chanel Rare Gripoix pendant, 1950s

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Very rare Chanel oval pendant poured with Gripoix glass.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Post-War Pendant Necklaces

NWOB Chanel Lambskin Fingerless Gloves - Size 7
NWOB Chanel Lambskin Fingerless Gloves - Size 7

NWOB Chanel Lambskin Fingerless Gloves - Size 7

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Elevate your style with these beautiful and rare Chanel fingerless gloves! Crafted from soft white lambskin leather, these gloves feature a unique blue henna design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Gloves

Chanel métiers d’art Paris Dallas Pre Fall 2014 runway tweed suit skirt
Chanel métiers d’art Paris Dallas Pre Fall 2014 runway tweed suit skirt

Chanel métiers d’art Paris Dallas Pre Fall 2014 runway tweed suit skirt

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel runway métiers d’art Paris Dallas Pre Fall 2014 collection by Karl Lagerfeld tweed suit skirt, shérif stars CC logo buttons.

Category

2010s French Skirt Suits

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Rare Chanel For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary rare chanel you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, gray, brown and more. Finding the perfect rare chanel may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 Rare Chanel?

The price for a rare chanel starts at $45 and tops out at $395,000, and on average, selling for $3,149.

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.