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Chanel Quilted Lambskin Waist Bag with Tweed Coin Purse Black GHW
Chanel Quilted Lambskin Waist Bag with Tweed Coin Purse Black GHW

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Waist Bag with Tweed Coin Purse Black GHW

By Chanel

Located in Guangzhou, CN

These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Normal wear and tear, minor scratches on metal fittings, clean inside and out. Accessories: No Ac...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Belt Bags

Chanel Girl Bag with Black Tweed, Lurex and Lamb Leather, 2014
Chanel Girl Bag with Black Tweed, Lurex and Lamb Leather, 2014

Chanel Girl Bag with Black Tweed, Lurex and Lamb Leather, 2014

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Bag made of black tweed, lurex and lamb leather.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

ROGER VIVIER black TWEED VIVIER BOUQUET MINI Clutch w Chain Bag
ROGER VIVIER black TWEED VIVIER BOUQUET MINI Clutch w Chain Bag

ROGER VIVIER black TWEED VIVIER BOUQUET MINI Clutch w Chain Bag

By Roger Vivier

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Roger Vivier Bouquet Mini clutch is crafted in black tweed and adorned with a sparkling clear glass brooch that evokes the brand’s signature opulence. It features...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Rare Chanel Vintage Tweed Multicolor Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68422
Rare Chanel Vintage Tweed Multicolor Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68422

Rare Chanel Vintage Tweed Multicolor Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68422

By Chanel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Store item: 68422 In Multicolor tweed and 24k gold plated hardware. Measures 10in. W (at base) x 6in. H x 3.7in. D, strap drop is 19.5 inches Comes with Authenticity Card For...

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1990s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 2009 Small Sized Beige Tweed Fringe Organic Crochet Nature Flap Bag
Chanel 2009 Small Sized Beige Tweed Fringe Organic Crochet Nature Flap Bag

Chanel 2009 Small Sized Beige Tweed Fringe Organic Crochet Nature Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel small sized beige nature tweed crochet flap 2009 Antique gold hardware Large CC logo Magnetic clasp closure Interior beige canvas lining Interior center zippered pocket Flat ...

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag rt $9, 400
Chanel Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag rt $9, 400

Chanel Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag rt $9, 400

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2020 Color: Black and white Hardware: Black Materials: Tweed Lining: Black leather Closu...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 2009 Small Sized Beige Tweed Fringe Organic Crochet Nature Flap Bag
Chanel 2009 Small Sized Beige Tweed Fringe Organic Crochet Nature Flap Bag

Chanel 2009 Small Sized Beige Tweed Fringe Organic Crochet Nature Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel small sized beige nature tweed crochet flap 2009 Antique gold hardware Large CC logo Magnetic clasp closure Interior beige canvas lining Interior center zippered pocket Flat ...

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Black White Tweed Gold Medium Kelly Top Handle Flap Bag
CHANEL Black White Tweed Gold Medium Kelly Top Handle Flap Bag

CHANEL Black White Tweed Gold Medium Kelly Top Handle Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Charlotte, NC

Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1994 Collection Tweed Sequins Gold Hardware W 10.2 x H 5.9 x D 2.8 " Handle Drop 3.5" 100% Authenticity Guaranteed

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Chanel Medium Pink Tweed Crystal and Silicone Sakura Flower Flap Bag Silver HW
Chanel Medium Pink Tweed Crystal and Silicone Sakura Flower Flap Bag Silver HW

Chanel Medium Pink Tweed Crystal and Silicone Sakura Flower Flap Bag Silver HW

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Medium Pink Tweed Crystal and Silicone Sakura Flower Flap Bag Silver Hardware 2016-17 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Medium Quilted Tweed Pink Gold Silver Hardware Crossbody
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Medium Quilted Tweed Pink Gold Silver Hardware Crossbody

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Medium Quilted Tweed Pink Gold Silver Hardware Crossbody

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

- Pink exterior - Gold and silver tone chain strap - No box Condition: The bag is in overall great condition with no major imperfections, Light patina on the crossbody chain...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Dallas Metiers D'art Beaded Fringe Tweed Classic Flap Shoulder Bag
Chanel Dallas Metiers D'art Beaded Fringe Tweed Classic Flap Shoulder Bag

Chanel Dallas Metiers D'art Beaded Fringe Tweed Classic Flap Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Dallas Metiers D'Art 2014 Tweed Fringe Rare Classic Flap Year: 2014 A unique classic flap bag in black and white tweed adorned with a multi-color seed bead fringe.

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel CC Logo Neon Lime Green Fantasy Tweed Waist Fanny Belt Bag
Chanel CC Logo Neon Lime Green Fantasy Tweed Waist Fanny Belt Bag

Chanel CC Logo Neon Lime Green Fantasy Tweed Waist Fanny Belt Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel CC Logo Neon Lime Green Fantasy Tweed Waist Fanny Belt Bag Year: 2019 Champagne gold hardware Lime green multi-colored tweed exterior Lambskin leather large CC Logo stitche...

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag rt $9, 400
Chanel Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag rt $9, 400

Chanel Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag rt $9, 400

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel 2020 Black/White Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2020 Color: Black and white Hardware: Black Materials: Tweed Lining: Black leather ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 2019 2.55 Black & White Tweed Iridescent 226 Reissue Double-Flap Bag
Chanel 2019 2.55 Black & White Tweed Iridescent 226 Reissue Double-Flap Bag

Chanel 2019 2.55 Black & White Tweed Iridescent 226 Reissue Double-Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel 2019 2.55 Black & White Tweed Iridescent 226 Reissue Double-Flap Bag is a stunning modern classic that perfectly embodies the luxurious elegance synonymous with the House ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Single breasted tweed jacket with bag in same fabric Christian Lacroix BAZAR
Single breasted tweed jacket with bag in same fabric Christian Lacroix BAZAR

Single breasted tweed jacket with bag in same fabric Christian Lacroix BAZAR

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Single breasted tweed jacket with bag in same fabric. Fabric composition: 97% worsted wool, 2% cupro, 1% polyester + lurex.

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1990s French Single-Breasted Jackets

Chanel 1996 Vintage Emily in Paris Purple Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag
Chanel 1996 Vintage Emily in Paris Purple Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag

Chanel 1996 Vintage Emily in Paris Purple Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 1996 Vintage Emily in Paris Purple Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag Year: 1994-1996 {Vintage 20 Years} Gold hardware Purple Quilted Tweed 11"W x 8"H x 3"D 11" handle drop...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Classic Flap Rare White Limited Edition Paint Black Tweed Shoulder Bag
Chanel Classic Flap Rare White Limited Edition Paint Black Tweed Shoulder Bag

Chanel Classic Flap Rare White Limited Edition Paint Black Tweed Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Black and White Tweed Limited Edition Paint Flap Crossbody Bag 2015 Spring Silver hardware Tweed paint splatter Single chain-link shoulder strap Black canvas interior l...

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2005 Tweed Limited Edition Collector’s Large Novelty Tote Top Handle Bag
Chanel 2005 Tweed Limited Edition Collector’s Large Novelty Tote Top Handle Bag

Chanel 2005 Tweed Limited Edition Collector’s Large Novelty Tote Top Handle Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Tweed Limited Edition Collector’s Novelty Tote Top Handle Bag Year: Spring 2005 Silver hardware Black metallic wool tweed Leather trim Single metal top handle Interlocking c...

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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Chanel Limited Edition Soho Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tweed Flight Travel Tote Bag
Chanel Limited Edition Soho Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tweed Flight Travel Tote Bag

Chanel Limited Edition Soho Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tweed Flight Travel Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Limited Edition Soho Glazed Calfskin Quilted Tweed Flight Travel Tote Bag This is a limited edition bag with "SOHO 2010" engraved on the special plaque to commemorate the ope...

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Pink Tweed and Leather Flap Bag with Camellia Details and Gold Hardware
Chanel Pink Tweed and Leather Flap Bag with Camellia Details and Gold Hardware

Chanel Pink Tweed and Leather Flap Bag with Camellia Details and Gold Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A romantic and richly textured design from the House of Chanel, this flap bag blends the maison’s most iconic materials and motifs tweed, leather, and camellia detailing into a refin...

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Early 2000s Clutches

Chanel Drawstring Bucket Cruise 2015 Tweed Fringe & Lambskin Mini Blue Denim Bag
Chanel Drawstring Bucket Cruise 2015 Tweed Fringe & Lambskin Mini Blue Denim Bag

Chanel Drawstring Bucket Cruise 2015 Tweed Fringe & Lambskin Mini Blue Denim Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Cruise 2015 Denim Tweed Fringe Bucket Bag Antiqued ruthenium hardware Blue denim Chanel bucket bag Drawstring CC Logo closure at front Classic interwoven chain strap Cha...

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag
Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag

Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the stunning Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag, a show-stopping piece that captures the magic of the Spring/Summer 2022 Haute Coutu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Rare 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Pink & Grey Tweed Fur Cross Body Bag
Chanel Rare 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Pink & Grey Tweed Fur Cross Body Bag

Chanel Rare 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Pink & Grey Tweed Fur Cross Body Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Classic Flap Vintage 2000s Pink & Grey Tweed and Fur Cross Body Bag 2005 {VINTAGE 19 Years} Light purple genuine rabbit fur with multicolor black, blue and tweed, CC tur...

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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHANEL pink 2018 18S RIBBON DETAILED KNIT TWEED CLASSIC MINI FLAP Bag
CHANEL pink 2018 18S RIBBON DETAILED KNIT TWEED CLASSIC MINI FLAP Bag

CHANEL pink 2018 18S RIBBON DETAILED KNIT TWEED CLASSIC MINI FLAP Bag

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Mini flap bag is crafted from pale pink and silver lurex knit tweed with ribbon detailing in fuchsia, coral, and white.

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 2006 Vintage Tweed Rare Limited Edition Patchwork Small Classic Flap Bag
Chanel 2006 Vintage Tweed Rare Limited Edition Patchwork Small Classic Flap Bag

Chanel 2006 Vintage Tweed Rare Limited Edition Patchwork Small Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Tweed Rare Limited Edition Patchwork Small Classic Flap Bag Year: 2006 {VINTAGE 18 Years} Denim and cotton stitched patchwork CC eyelet and floral patch details Gold...

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 2009 Rare Vintage Limited Edition Taupe  Beige Tweed Work Tote Bag
Chanel 2009 Rare Vintage Limited Edition Taupe  Beige Tweed Work Tote Bag

Chanel 2009 Rare Vintage Limited Edition Taupe Beige Tweed Work Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Large Chanel taupe and tweed calfskin tote Year: 2009 {Vintage 15 Years} Silver hardware Double tweed and ribbon interwoven chain Interior tweed lining Interior flap CC interlocking...

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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Mini Camellia Closure Flap Bag Black and Pink Tweed with Gold Hardware
Chanel Mini Camellia Closure Flap Bag Black and Pink Tweed with Gold Hardware

Chanel Mini Camellia Closure Flap Bag Black and Pink Tweed with Gold Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A charming and highly collectible design from the House of Chanel, this Mini Flap bag is crafted in black and pink tweed and adorned with a signature camellia closure an iconic symbo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Limited Edition Black Large Crochet Nature Tweed Fringe Classic Tote Bag
Chanel Limited Edition Black Large Crochet Nature Tweed Fringe Classic Tote Bag

Chanel Limited Edition Black Large Crochet Nature Tweed Fringe Classic Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Soft Organic Nature Tweed Woven Large CC Tote This series is very hard to find! Year: 2009 Antique gold hardware Four bottom feet Flat bottom Tweed interwoven chain Diamond stit...

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Jumbo Multi Color Pastel Grey Periwinkle Confetti Classic Tweed Flap Bag
Chanel Jumbo Multi Color Pastel Grey Periwinkle Confetti Classic Tweed Flap Bag

Chanel Jumbo Multi Color Pastel Grey Periwinkle Confetti Classic Tweed Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel multi color pastel tweed flap with large CC logo hardware 2004 {VINTAGE 18 Years} Silver hardware Interwoven chain Interior grafitti lining Classic interlocking clasp closure...

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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1994 Vintage Emily in Paris Pink Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag
Chanel 1994 Vintage Emily in Paris Pink Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag

Chanel 1994 Vintage Emily in Paris Pink Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 1994 Vintage Emily in Paris Pink Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag Year: 1994-1996 {Vintage 20 Years} Gold hardware Pink Quilted Tweed 11"W x 8"H x 3"D 11" handle drop M...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 2009 Taupe Beige Tweed Fringe and Calfskin Limited Edition Beige Tote Bag
Chanel 2009 Taupe Beige Tweed Fringe and Calfskin Limited Edition Beige Tote Bag

Chanel 2009 Taupe Beige Tweed Fringe and Calfskin Limited Edition Beige Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Taupe Beige Tweed Fringe and Calfskin Limited Edition Beige Tote Bag Year: 2009 {Vintage 15 Years} Silver hardware Double tweed and ribbon interwoven chain Interior tweed l...

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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Dallas Metiers D'art 2014 Beaded Fringe Rare Tweed Classic Flap Bag
Chanel Dallas Metiers D'art 2014 Beaded Fringe Rare Tweed Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Dallas Metiers D'art 2014 Beaded Fringe Rare Tweed Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Dallas Metiers D'Art 2014 Tweed Fringe Rare Classic Flap Year: 2014 A unique classic flap bag in black and white tweed adorned with a multi-color seed bead fringe.

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Chain Vintage Muff Black and White Grey Tweed Fur Cross Body Bag
Chanel Chain Vintage Muff Black and White Grey Tweed Fur Cross Body Bag

Chanel Chain Vintage Muff Black and White Grey Tweed Fur Cross Body Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel White Fur Chain Vintage Muff Crossbody Tote 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Silver and gold with interwoven multi colored tweed chain Zipper interior pocket Interior black felt linin...

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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Classic Flap Limited Edition 2005 Black & White Grey Tweed Rabbit Fur Bag
Chanel Classic Flap Limited Edition 2005 Black & White Grey Tweed Rabbit Fur Bag

Chanel Classic Flap Limited Edition 2005 Black & White Grey Tweed Rabbit Fur Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Black fur Chanel multi color tweed flap with CC logo clasp Fall/Winter 2005 Silver hardware Interior flap black lambskin lining Soft black graffiti interior lining Classic center z...

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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted
Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted

Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted
Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted

Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel x Pharrel Williams Tweed Giant Logo Shopping Tote Green Quilted These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Fernande Desgranges leather bag
Fernande Desgranges leather bag

Fernande Desgranges leather bag

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

FERNANDES DESGRANGES - (Made in France) Burgundy leather rigid bag with tweed-like fabric. Bag from the 1960s.

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1960s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel by Karl Lagerfield Pre-Fall 2016 Tweed Set Jacket Pants Skirt and Hermes
Chanel by Karl Lagerfield Pre-Fall 2016 Tweed Set Jacket Pants Skirt and Hermes

Chanel by Karl Lagerfield Pre-Fall 2016 Tweed Set Jacket Pants Skirt and Hermes

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Milano, IT

- Designed by Karl Lagerfield - Sold by Skof.Archive - Pre Fall 2016 Collection - Runway Items - Tweed Set Jacket Pants Skirt and Hermes 30 Birkin Bag - Collarless jacket - CC logo ...

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2010s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Chanel Robot Tote Bag
Chanel Robot Tote Bag

Chanel Robot Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel tote bag from the Robot Collection in black and green weaved tweed.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Chanel mini 2.55 bag 2020
Chanel mini 2.55 bag 2020

Chanel mini 2.55 bag 2020

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Quilted pink/red tweed mini 2.55 bag with a golden metal chain handle.

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2.55 bag by Karl Lagerfeld 2019
Chanel 2.55 bag by Karl Lagerfeld 2019

Chanel 2.55 bag by Karl Lagerfeld 2019

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - A 2019 Collection, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Quilted pink tweed 2.55 bag with a pink leather lining, a silvery metal chain handle, and a pink bakelite...

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Rare Precious Symbols Needlepoint East West Shoulder Bag
Chanel Rare Precious Symbols Needlepoint East West Shoulder Bag

Chanel Rare Precious Symbols Needlepoint East West Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

This shoulder bag features a tweed body patchwork with Classic Chanel Icons, gold-tone chain straps, open top, and interior zip compartment.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

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Tweed Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary tweed bag you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Brown and more. Finding the perfect tweed bag may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. An accessory like this designed by Chanel, Christian Dior and Gucci — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 Tweed Bag?

The price for a tweed bag starts at $225 and tops out at $31,940, and on average, selling for $3,038.

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 And Purses 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.