Adolfo New York Vintage Glamour Dark Ranch Mink Coat by Size 10-12
By Adolfo
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Has been stored properly in Air Conditioned mink storage. Size tag removed, but could really be worn by sizes 6- 12.
Adolfo New York Vintage Glamour Dark Ranch Mink Coat by Size 10-12
By Adolfo
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Has been stored properly in Air Conditioned mink storage. Size tag removed, but could really be worn by sizes 6- 12.
Galanos Red Polka Dot Lucite Belted Silk Maxi Dress, 1970s
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The high-neck, pointed 70’s collar is offset by the cheerful color and print, yet lends a sophisticated air throughout. The shirt-dress inspired elements continue with pleated detai...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote
By Chanel
Located in Westmount, Quebec
Brand: Chanel Manufactured: Italy Color: Blue Material: Perforated Leather Date Code: 17499303 Bag Length: 13" Bag Height: 12" Bag Depth: 6" Strap Drop: 9"
Unavailable
H 6.69 in W 6.49 in L 8.66 in
Chanel Caviar Up In The Air Boston 218517 Ivory Leather Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: 9707046 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 8.66" Width: 6.49" Height: 6.69" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDI...
Unavailable
H 7 in W 2.5 in L 11.25 in
Chanel Classic Flap Coral Up In The Air Chain 5ce0103 Red-orange Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 18474506 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.25" Width: 2.5" Height: 7" Shoulder strap drop: 9"- 16" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Includes ...
Chanel Off-White Perforated Leather CC Tote Up in The air 218856
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code:11181132 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14.25" Width: 4.5" Height: 10.5" Shoulder strap drop: 7" GOOD CONDI...
Chanel Coral Spring North/South "Up in the Air" Tote - circa spring 2013
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Coral Spring North/South "Up in the Air" Tote - circa spring 2013.
Gucci Black Leather Pearl Logo Moto Jacket
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Its quilted black leather exterior exudes an air of edginess and sophistication, making it a versatile addition to your wardrobe.
Chanel Up In The Air Perforated CC Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Chanel Up In The Air Perforated CC leather Flap Bag, color black, silver hardware.
CHANEL Blu Navy Perforated Leather Up in the Air Flap Bag Cruise 2015
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
From the Cruise Collection 2015 This gorgeous Chanel Blu Navy Perforated Leather Up In The Air Flap Bag is a beautiful piece to collect.
Chanel: The Couturiere at Work Book 1996 1st US Ed. by Amy De la Haye
By Chanel
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
'Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only; fashion is something in the air.' - Coco Chanel This is a fascinating account of one of the most admired and influential fashio...
Gucci Cluny Lace Dress in Rose
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Style this with some Miu Miu heels, a Prada handbag and a Chanel silk scarf to complete the look. The Gucci Cluny Lace Dress in Rose isn't just a dress; it's an experience.
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium presented in the brand's Pre-Spring and Summer 2013 Collection showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's belov...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather, crafted in black diamond laser-cut leather, features woven in leather chain straps with leather pads, CC logo, protective base stud...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather, crafted in black diamond laser-cut leather, features woven in leather chain straps with leather pads, CC logo, protective base stud...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather, crafted in black diamond laser-cut leather, features woven in leather chain straps with leather pads, CC logo, protective base stud...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather, crafted in black perforated leather, features dual woven-in leather chain straps with leather pads, CC logo, protective base studs,...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leathe, crafted in white perforated leather, features dual woven-in leather chain straps with leather pads, CC logo, protective base studs, ...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leathe, crafted in white perforated leather, features dual woven-in leather chain straps with leather pads, CC logo, protective base studs, ...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Perforated Leather presented in the brand's pre-spring and summer 2013 Collection showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's beloved classic ...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather showcased in Chanel's Spring 2013 Collection is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather, showcased in Chanel's Spring 2013 Collection, is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather, crafted in neutral perforated leather, features dual woven-in leather chain straps with leather pads, dual-rolled leath...
Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 11", Width 13", Depth 6", Strap Drop 10" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather Item Number: 38557/73
Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from red perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, slip pocket under flap, and silver-tone hard...
Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from gray perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, slip pocket under flap, and matte gold-tone...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from gray perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, slip pocket under flap, and matte gold-tone...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from blue perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, slip pocket under flap, and silver-tone har...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from red perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, slip pocket under flap, and silver-tone hard...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Small, crafted from black perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, an extra front compartment under flap, and ...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from pink perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, slip pocket under flap, and silver-tone har...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Perforated Leather Medium presented in the brand's pre-spring and summer 2013 Collection showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's beloved c...
Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Convertible Tote Perforated Leather showcased in Chanel's Spring 2013 Collection is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from blue perforated leather, features a woven-in leather chain strap, an extra front compartment under flap, an...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from blue perforated leather, features a woven-in leather chain strap, an extra front compartment under flap, an...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from coral perforated leather, features a woven-in leather chain strap, pocket under flap, and silver-tone hardw...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from coral perforated leather, features a woven-in leather chain strap, pocket under flap, and silver-tone hardw...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from coral perforated leather, features a woven-in leather chain strap, pocket under flap, and silver-tone hardw...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium, crafted from red perforated leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, an extra front compartment under flap and si...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather East West
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 9", Width 14.5", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather East West Item Number: 36411/01
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather East West
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 9", Width 14.5", Depth 5" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather East West Item Number: 36411/01
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium presented in the brand's Pre-Spring and Summer 2013 Collection showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's belov...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's beloved classic flaps.
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Small showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's beloved classic flap bag.
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Small showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's beloved classic flap bag.
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather North South
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather North South is a perfect understated companion for everyday excursions.
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium presented in the brand's Pre-Spring and Summer 2013 Collection showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's belov...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Medium presented in the brand's Pre-Spring and Summer 2013 Collection showcases a sporty-chic update to Chanel's belov...
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Flap Bag 30cm
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Up In The Air Flap Bag Perforated Leather Flap Bag - Silver tone metal hardware - Chain handle with leather threaded through - Classic Chanel logo twist closure - Soft struct...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 10.5", Height 12", Width 14", Depth 6.5", Strap Drop 19.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather Exterio...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 12", Width 15", Depth 7", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather Exterior Mate...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 12", Width 15", Depth 7", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 11.5", Width 14", Depth 6", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather Exterior M...
Chanel Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 12.5", Width 14", Depth 6.5", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Chanel Model: Up In The Air Tote Perforated Leather Exterior ...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Top with Tulle and Lace Sleeves S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible grey fine silk knit top from Alexander McQueen. It is semi fitted with a crew neckline and elaborate grey net, tulle and lace layered sleeves. Unworn condition. Fits s...
Hermes Birkin HSS 35 Porosus Crocodile Black Red La Rosee One of a Kind Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an extraordinary one of a kind Hermes 35 Birkin HSS bag. Black porosus crocodile with the dewdrop detailed La Rosee red velvet rose on front. This special order B...
Harry Winston 12.00 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
A classic Harry Winston diamond engagement ring, showcasing a 12.00 carats pear shape diamond certified by GIA as F color and VVS2 clarity, set on a five prong setting. Flanked by ta...
Diamond, Platinum
Valentino New Cut out Silk Gown SS 2001
By Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible off white silk gown from Valentino. It is sleeveless with cut outs at the waist front, sides and back which including the chest décolletage are covered in fine black c...
$5,210
Size: FR 34 - IT 38 - UK 6 - US 2
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed high collar skirt suit, fw 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed skirt suit. Structured jacket with high turn-over collar, front zip fastening, silk lining and Chanel style chain on the hem. Sold with matching knee...
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 55.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry located on New York's Iconic Fifth Avenue, A magnificent necklace hand made in the Emilio Atelier, the focal point of this necklace is the Cen...
Diamond
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Hand-Beaded Silk Embellished Evening Gown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
wedding / bridal / bride Les Habitudes Couture Vintage 1990's Entirely hand-made in England 100% silk Size Medium but fits like a XS/S Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in i...
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Extra Long Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Baar, CH
Rare 1997 Tom Ford for Gucci dress with original gold-tone "Illusion" hook belt, crafted from thick, body-molding jersey. - From the 1997 Cruise collection. - Comes with original ...
New Atelier Versace Wisteria Purple Silk Fully Beaded Dress Gown
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Atelier Versace Wisteria Purple Fully Beaded Silk Dress Gown Designer size 42 ( run smaller - measurements provided ) 100% Silk Wisteria Purple Dress with Tulle Fully Embellished Ove...
Vintage 1950's coral tulle dress 1950's layered tulle sweetheart UK 4 US 0
Located in Nashville, TN
A favourite! This original 1950's tulle dress in the most breathtaking shade of coral tulle, embellished with trailing silk velvet and rayon corsage flowers, is a truly breathtaking ...
Silk printed and draped asymmetrical evening dress Carolina Herrera
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Green & white silk printed and draped asymmetrical evening dress. Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. SIZE 8 (US) M
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 01 burgundy backless tie neck midi maxi slim line dress XS-S
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Dolce & Gabbana Spring Summer 2001. This dress is an incredibly rare version of Look 5 from the runway, in full length burgundy, a version that is virtually impos...
Harry Winston Diamond Cluster and Pear-Shaped Dangle Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with GIA certified dangling Pear-Shaped Diamonds. One weighing 6.14 carats, E color, VS2 clarity. The other weighing 6.02 carats, E color, VS1 clarity. The...
Diamond, Platinum
F/W 2001 Ralph Lauren Runway Black Leather Strap Backless Silk Flare Gown
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Ralph Lauren’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection, this black silk gown features a sleek, body-skimming silhouette with a subtle flare at the hem. The design is finished with crossed a...
$2,150
Size: Skirt : IT42 (US6 / UK10 / FR38)
Emanuel Ungaro Silk Chiffon & Gold Lurex Bias Cut 3 Pieces Evening Set, SS2006
By Emanuel Ungaro, Giambattista Valli
Located in Geneva, CH
If you wish to make an « Red Carpet » appearance at your next event, you can rely on this fantastic 00's Ungaro set composed of a maxi skirt, a blouse and a ruffled shawl. The maxi ...
Givenchy Haute Couture Gown 1995 Spectacular Silk Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Berlin, BE
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE 1995 gown, numbered archival piece This breathtaking evening gown is a testament to timeless elegance infused with modern sensibility. The dress features a st...
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.
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 bag — Birkin, 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.
For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
Only Chanel could elevate humble materials like denim and wicker to icon-level status.
In the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, even running errands became a chic exercise.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
How do you tell if a Chanel purse is a knockoff or the real deal? We spoke with handbag experts Alexa Ridolfi and Gerry Gallagher about how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.