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Chanel Shoes

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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.

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Designer: Chanel
Chanel Escarpins EU36 Beige Black Classic Slingbacks Heels Shoes UK3.5 US6
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Slingback pumps in beige leather and black canvas, leather lining, insoles and outsoles. Size 36EU or UK3.5 and US6, 6.5 cm heel, 23 cm insole. The pumps have been worn only o...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Pre-Fall 2016 Beige Black Suede Grosgrain Pearl Heel Mules Size 38.5 39
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into timeless Parisian elegance with these rare Chanel Pre-Fall 2016 runway mules, a highly coveted design that perfectly embodies Karl Lagerfeld’s refined vision. Elevate your...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Sandales FR38 Pink Tweed Jewelled Flats Sandals US8
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel sandals in pale pink fabric with thin straps adorned with a CC logo inlaid with mini fancy pearls and a floral pattern in glass paste or multi-colored resin and fancy pearls, ...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Escarpins Bottines EU40 Black Leather Pumps Gaiters US9
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel shoes composed of a black patent leather babydoll style pump, almond toe, 3 straps on the top of the foot and one around the ankle closed by a pin buckle, semi-compensated hee...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Spring 1996 Size 38.5 Tan + Black Spectator Vintage Lace-Up Oxfords Shoes
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic CHANEL Spring 1996 black and tan spectator Oxford shoes! Shown on the runway in pink and blue, these neutral beauties can be worn multiple ways. Pair with jeans or t...
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1990s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Pink Tweed Slingback Shoe size 37
By Chanel
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Splendid and iconic Chanel slingback shoes Tweed Melange pink color and black textile Heel height cm 2 (0,78 inches) Size 37 C With dustbags and...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Size 39.5 C Gold + Black Beaded Leather Logo CC Thong Sandals
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Chanel gold and black beaded leather thong sandals ! Only worn once, with slight wear to the soles. Gold seed beads up the center strap. Gold CC metal logo plate at center ankle...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Boots EU39 Navy Denim Wedge Heel
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel wedge heel boots in navy blue denim style canvas, straight upper, compensated heel, almond toe. Size EU39: heel 8.5 cm, insole 25 cm, height ...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld 14P Runway Patent Sock Boots – EU 39
By Chanel
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Step into high fashion history with these rare CHANEL sock boots from the 2014 Spring Runway Collection, designed by the iconic Karl Lagerfeld. A standout piece from the show, these ...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Black Ottoman loafers EU38
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel loafers in black ottoman, small CC logo in blackened silver metal on the top, almond-shaped toe, black leather interior, leather outsole. Size 38E...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Interlocking CC Crystal Logo Tie Dye Print Mules US 6.5
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Step into pure Parisian glamour with these Chanel Crystal CC Tie-Dye Silk Mules — a captivating fusion of artistry and elegance. Crafted in lustrous silk with a vibrant tie-dye effec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Shoes

Off-white lurex tweed and leather pump with pearly pearl on heel Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white lurex tweed and leather pump with branded "CC" pearly pearl on heel. Shoes size : 37 (It) Height of the heels= 6,5 cm Never worn.
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld Kitten Hill Camellia Chain Pearls Vintage Shoes 39 Mint
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel camellia kitten hill shoes with removable gold tone chain ,pearls and mini CC on the chain. Condition is mint, never used with some minor flaws from storage. Chain with pearls...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Bottes de pluie Camelia EU39 Grey Camelia Rain Boots UK6 US8.5
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel grey rubber rain boots decorated with 2 matching camellias and CC logo in gold metal on the outside, rounded toe with CC logo, canvas lining and removable leather insoles. Siz...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Interlocking CC Logo Leather Ballet Flats
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Chanel Interlocking CC Logo Leather Ballet Flats in Blush & Black A timeless favorite from Chanel, these elegant ballet flats are crafted from smooth, supple leather in a soft blush...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel ankle boots
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Silvery and black lurex ankle boots. Size 37FR indicated. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Heel height: 5 cm SKU:CH113
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

2012 Chanel Black Platform Rubber /Jelly Sandals with Neoprene Booties
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel black plastic platform jelly sandals from the Spring 2012 collection. The sandals are styled like a classic jelly sandal of the early 1990's but they have a 2 inch platform an...
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2010s European Chanel Shoes

Chanel Brown Leather Buckled Boots Size 6.5 US
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Make an equestrian-inspired statement with these impeccably crafted Chanel knee-high boots in smooth brown calfskin leather. Featuring quilted leather panels, gold-tone buckles, and ...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Bottines FR38 Coco Neige Black Leather Tweed Boots UK5 US7.5
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Coco neige mid-high sock-style ankle boots in leather, polyamide, patent leather and black shimmering tweed, 5-loop tightening lace, rounded toe, thick black rubber notched so...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Brown Quilted Leather Boots Size 6.5 US
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Channel timeless elegance with these vintage Chanel knee-high boots, exquisitely crafted in brown quilted leather with a sleek paneled silhouette. The equestrian-inspired design feat...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Bottines EU39 Black Wool Tweed and Chain Combat Shoes Boots UK6 US8.5
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel combat style boots in a multi-material version in quilted felt, iridescent canvas and black tweed, closed by a lace on 8 eyelets and 4 hooks, round toe in black suede, black c...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel thigh high boots
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Black leather thigh high boots with black patent leather. Size 37,5FR indicated. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 74 cm - Heel height: 5 ...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Shoes

1990s Chanel Black Leather Kitten Heels with Buckle Detail
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel kitten heels from the 1990s. Supple black leather with a sharp pointed toe. A layered and gathered detail at toe with a loop buckle detail and a small CC snap button. Tonal bl...
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1990s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Boots US8.5 Fancy pearls and navy suede open toe ankle boots EU39
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel ankle boots in ultra soft navy blue suede, open toe, straight heel decorated with fancy pearls including one with the Chanel CC logo, zipper at the back of the foot. Size EU39...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel shoes espadrille-like
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in Spain) Leather and fabric espadrille-like shoes in blue and white tones. Never worn but the leather has several scratches inside the shoes. Condition: Good conditi...
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2010s Spanish Chanel Shoes

Chanel Early 1990s Beige and Black Slingbacks
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Early 1990s Chanel slingbacks. Beige leather with contrasting black leather cap toe. Slightly mod inspired with a vertical beige line down the centre of the black cap toe. Cream leat...
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1990s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Ballerines EU38 Black White Leather Ribbon Cockade Flats Ballet Shoes UK5
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel ballerinas in black and white leather, rounded toe decorated with 2 black and white ribbon cockades, leather lining, inner and outer soles. Size 38FR or UK5 and US7.5. The bal...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Sandales Mules Tongs Camelia Black Purple Flats Flip Flops UK3.5 US6
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel flip-flop sandals, Camélia model, in shiny black plastic and camellia in dark purple matte plastic decorated with a small CC logo in gold metal, "quilted" sole. Size 36EU or U...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Interlocking CC Logo Lambskin Ballet Flats Yellow& Navy US 36.5
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Chanel Yellow & Navy Lambskin Ballet Flats with CC Logo An iconic blend of Parisian charm and everyday elegance, these Chanel Ballet Flats are crafted from supple lambskin in a soft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Shoes

Chanel Bottes EU39 Beige Suede Boots UK6 US8.5
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel boots in slightly gray beige suede, padded heel, almond toe, high shaft, closed with a long full-length rear zip. Size EU39 or UK6 and US8.5, heel 6 cm,...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

1980 Chanel Black Silk Fabric Slingback Shoe W/Satin Bows Size 7M
By Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Chanel classic black peau de soie silk slingback stiletto shoe with straight, high vamp and double bow detail. Size 7M.
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1980s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Resort 2008 CC Logo Charm Patent Leather Strappy Heels
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the 2008 Resort collection designed by Karl Lagerfeld, these rare Chanel runway heels are made of black patent leather & feature a metal CC logo charm segment that sits ove...
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Early 2000s European Chanel Shoes

Platform sandals in transparent plastic and black feathers Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Platform sandals in transparent plastic and black feathers
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Shoes

CHANEL silver leather ankle boots 41 Spring 2012 12P
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
Chanel silver leather ankle boots Back zip Size IT 41 - US 11 - UK 8 Made in Italy New - never worn No box
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Shoe Platform Clog Limited Edition Jewel Hardware 40.5 / 10.5 New
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers limited edition Chanel clog shoes. Beige linen with iconic cap toe. Jewel accent is detailed with cabochons in muted shades with matte gold. Tiny diamantes accentua...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Shoes

Chanel F/W 1994 collector Massaro black lace up leather ankle boots
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Size 36.5 collector, Chanel runway boots by Massaro
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1990s Chanel Shoes

Chanel Shoes Sneakers EU39 Beige Leather Camelia
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel shoes high-top sneakers in beige leather entirely covered with flowers of the same leather, almond toe in matching leather, beige and black rubber sole on the front, closure w...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Black leather sandal with double flange Chanel Haute - Couture
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather sandal with double flange and gold leather lining."Double C " ornament on the flange. Shoes Size 39 ( It) High of the heels = 8,5 cm
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Black and White Limited Edition & Crocodile Alligator Ballet 39.5 Flats
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Limited Edition Chanel Crocodile Cap Toe Ballet Flats in a size 39.5 or 9.5 US . This style is a rare find that is unavailable in stores. These fabulous flats are a creation of croc...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Pearl Embellished CC Heel Ballet Flats Size EU 37.5
By Chanel
Located in Amman, JO
Timeless elegance meets everyday comfort with these chic Chanel black patent leather ballet flats. Featuring the signature cap toe and low block heel adorned with a row of iconic Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Vintage Cruise 1999 Two-Tone Beige Black Double Strap Peep-Toe Block Heel
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in London, GB
Chanel Vintage Cruise 1999 Two-Tone Beige Black Double Strap Peep-Toe Block Heel Sandals DETAILS Designer: Chanel Style: Two-tone double strap peep-toe block heel sandals Collection...
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1990s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Leather Flat Sandals IT 37, 5
By Chanel
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
iconic and chic Chanel sandals Leather Blue color Textured CC Metal logo plus stones Ankle strap Superflat Heel height cm 1 (0,39 inches) Worldwide fast shipping included in the price
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel leather thigh high boots
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Black lambskin cowboy thigh-high boots with patterns. 37.5 FR size indication. To be mentioned, the soles of the shoes are slightly rubbed. Condition: Very ...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Shoes

2020 Chanel Derbies Gavroche FR38.5 Black Leather Gros Grain Boots UK New
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel boots in leather, patent leather and khaki gray and black suede, rounded toe, zipper on each side of the boot, heel covered in black leather. Size EU38.5 ie UK5.5 and US7 : in...
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Chanel Beige Velvet Cream Beige White Trainers Sneakers Size 40 New in Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Beige Velvet Cream Beige White Trainers Sneakers Size 40 New in Box Black accents Gold Chanel CC on each shoe Ivory Beige Cream White and Black White fabric, ivory suede, white calfskin leather High-performance rubber construction for athletic wear...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Black and White athletic shoes
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Karl Lagerfeld - Sold by Skof.Archive - Black canvas & white leather bowling shoes - White laces - The signature "CC" on the tab in the back - Comes without original...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Shoes

Suede Calfskin Lambskin Neoprene High Top CC Sneakers 40 White Fluo Orange
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Suede Calfskin Lambskin Neoprene High Top CC Sneakers 40 White Fluo Orange White leather Light grey suede Orange neoprene trim throughout Black Chanel CC ...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Satin and Pearl T Straps, 37.5
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Chanel Satin and Pearl T Strap Evening shoes from the 2000's Karl Lagerfeld. A matte gold T has Chanel logo and faux pearl at base. Black silk satin unusual coupe shaped heel...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Shoes

Black suede boots with glitters heels Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black suede boots with glitters heels and inside lining in silver leather
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel Marron Clair Leather Tall Riding Boots Size 6 US
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elevate your seasonal wardrobe with these sophisticated Chanel high boots in supple brown leather. Designed in an iconic riding boot silhouette, they feature minimal topstitching and...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Runway Chanel Beige Canvas Pointed Toe Knotted Rope Heel Size US 6.5
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Make a sophisticated statement with these rare Chanel runway pumps, blending timeless elegance with sculptural detail. Crafted in Italy from beige linen with contrasting black canvas...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel CC Logo Beige and White Leather Loafers US 6.5
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Chanel Beige & White Leather Loafers with Twisted Rope CC Emblem Refined yet effortlessly chic, these Chanel Leather Loafers exude timeless Parisian elegance. Crafted in supple beig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Shoes

Beige & Gold Chanel Cap-Toe Lace-Up Pumps Size 36.5
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Beige and gold cap-toe lace-up pumps by Chanel. Metallic silver lace-up ties at tops. 3.5" heel height. Designer Size: 36.5 US Recommended Size: 6.5
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Shoes

1995s Chanel Shoes Pumps Haute Couture Black EU37
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture pumps in black canvas (ottoman) salomé type with fine straps, gold metal pin buckle closure inlaid with rhinestones. Size 37FR: heel 9 cm, insole 23.7 cm. The sh...
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1990s French Chanel Shoes

NEW Chanel Turquoise Cork Camellia Straw Details Slide Sandals Heels CC Logo 37
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
This impressive pair of leather sandals are a style statement in itself. Keep it simple yet gorgeous in these sandals from the house of Chanel. Stay comfortable and effortlessly luxurious and stylish while you step out wearing those beautiful Chanel Camellia slides...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel slingback shoes white and black
By Chanel
Located in London, England
Chanel slingback sandals in white ( crocodile pattern) and black. Sold out very limited. Size 38.5c new in box and dustbags.
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2010s French Chanel Shoes

Tweed and wool platform derbies Chanel NEW
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tweed and wool platform derbies. Height of the heel= 9 cm Height of the from platform = 4,5 cm Leather, suede and fabric lining. Tiny "CC" brand in metal on the top middle back on...
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2010s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel F/W 2000 runway CC logo lambskin leather ankle boots
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the F/W 2000 collection, these pointed toe Chanel ankle boots are a perenially chic addition to any wardrobe. Crafted from luxe lambskin leather in beige & black, these are...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Shoes

Chanel CC Print Sneakers NEW Size 39
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel CC print sneakers Sold out in stores NEW with dust-bags and box Size 39 IT.Please know your sizing in Chanel before purchase. FINAL SALE.
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Shoes

Chanel Fantasy Tweed 'CC' Logo Slippers
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Fantasy Tweed 'CC' Logo Slippers Slippers in white, black and gold tweed with large leather white 'CC' logo to the front of each. Size - S Condition - Very Good/Excellent ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Shoes

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Questions About Chanel Shoes
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    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.
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    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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 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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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
    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
    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 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.
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    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Chanel sells a variety of items. The French luxury fashion house offers ready-to-wear apparel, shoes, jewelry, watches, eyewear, fragrances, cosmetics and skin care products. In addition, Chanel is well known for its small leather goods and bags, such as its iconic 2.55 Flap Bag. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Chanel Reissue 2.55 is the updated version of the classic Chanel 2.55 handbag. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s original design from 1955, the Reissue 2.55 was released in 2005 as a homage to the original. The reissued version is considered more modern in design with slight modifications in the lock, leather, handle and flaps. Shop a wide range of the Chanel classic 2.55 and the Reissue 2.55 on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024
    The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.

    In addition to a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye.

    Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.

    Find vintage Chanel handbags, evening dresses, jackets and other clothing for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel iridescent is a type of material used by the French luxury fashion house Chanel to produce handbags and other accessories. It is a type of calfskin with a shimmery finish. You'll find a large collection of Chanel bags 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel is manufactured in a number of locations. The French luxury fashion house has factories in France, Italy and Spain. Their sunglasses come from a factory in Italy. You can find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Chanel in France in 1883, was a fashion designer who got her nickname during her short-lived career as a cabaret singer. In 1910, she opened a boutique in Paris to sell her hats, which were beloved by the popular French actresses of the era. Her success with hats led her to open the first Chanel Couture House five years later, where she designed and sold women’s sportswear made of jersey — which until then was used to make men’s underwear. Her revolutionary style catapulted her to fame, and in the decades that followed, Coco Chanel remained on the cutting edge of fashion, creating modern, timeless clothing, perfumes and accessories — and, of course, her iconic bags, which are revered to this day. Shop a collection of Chanel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The term Chanel Deauville refers to one of a number of bags produced by the French luxury fashion house Chanel. The most well known is the tote bag emblazoned with the Chanel logo. In addition, the brand produced backpacks, bowling bags and makeup bags with a similar logo design. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel Deauville bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Chanel is known for its fashion accessories and trailblazing clothing designs, which first appeared in the early 1900s and promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. Chanel handbags and purses are some of the most well-known and sought-after accessories in the world. With a subtle and chic aesthetic, many of the legendary French house’s crossbody bags, shoulder bags, tote bags and other bags are popular among celebrities and fashion obsessives. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel clothing, jewelry and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    No, you can't scan a Chanel microchip on your own. The security feature uses proprietary coding technology that QR readers on mobile phones can't read. Only associates at Chanel boutiques have the equipment necessary to read the microchips. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, not all Chanel jackets have a chain, however, there are a few styles that do. These styles feature a chain as an ornamental detail or to help weigh down the jacket for a specific drape. Shop a collection of authentic Chanel jackets from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, Chanel bags have names. The brand's iconic flap bag is known as the Chanel 2.55, and the redesign of this bag created by Karl Lagerfeld is the Chanel Classic or Chanel 11.12. Names of other Chanel bags include the Boy, the Gabrielle, the Wallet on Chain and the Grand Shopping Tote or GST. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate Chanel hardware, consider the weight. Real Chanel hardware is heavy solid metal. In fact, chain straps and fasteners were 24-karat gold until 2008. Flimsy lightweight metal or plastic is unlikely to be real. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can order directly from the Chanel website. However, not all styles are available online, as some are exclusive to Chanel boutiques or certain authorized third-party brick-and-mortar retailers. You can also find Chanel apparel, bags, jewelry and accessories on a number of reputable online platforms. Shop a large collection of Chanel pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, you can buy Chanel online. Not every Chanel product, however, is available through the brand's official website.

    While Chanel fragrances can be purchased at the brand's site, Chanel clothing, bags and accessories are not available for purchase directly through the company online. Auction sites and luxury resale platforms sell both vintage and new Chanel bags and other items, but authenticity is always a concern when buying online, so it's important to purchase from a reputable seller that properly vets the origin and authenticity of your items.

    An authentic Chanel bag sold online will never be cheap, but a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean it's the real thing. Find a collection of authentic Chanel evening dresses, tote bags and other pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, Chanel makes heels. In fact, the French luxury fashion house was the first to design two-tone heels. These groundbreaking pumps debuted in the 1960s and featured a black pointed contrast toe and stiletto heels that were just under 2 inches tall. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Chanel heels.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Yes, Chanel does have a crossbody bag. In fact, part of the appeal of Chanel bags is that many of them are suitable for both on-shoulder and across-the-body wear. The Wallet on Chain in any size is a great example. The Mini and Small sizes of many iconic Chanel bags are also commonly worn crossbody. Examples include the Chanel Boy Bag, the Chanel Classic Flap and the Chanel 19. Shop a wide range of Chanel crossbody bags 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.

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