$2,399Sale Price|20% Off
1980's Vintage Chanel Gold Chain Necklace with Stones Pearls
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold necklace with three chains and elaborate decorative clasp featuring cross with pearls surrounded by oval cut stones, all in abstract shape gold bezel settings.
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Filigree Cross Black Stone Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Filigree Cross Black Stone Long Necklace * Marked 25 * Made in France -It is approximately 32" long.
Chanel 1981 Gold Plated Chicklet Necklace with Swarovski Stones
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
The YSL earrings adorned with the "CHICKLET NECKLACE" are available for purchase separately. Sorry the black necklace is sold!
Crystal, Gold Plate
Chanel Multi Color Gripoix Glass Stone and Glass Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Multi Color Gripoix Glass Stone and Glass Pearl Necklace.
Vintage Chanel 94A Gold Tone Red Gripoix Stone 'CC' Logo Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Ornate, vintage Chanel necklace from the 1994 Fall Collection. This stunning piece adds instant upscale glamour to any ensemble.
Vintage Chanel green gripoix stones and tube chain long necklace with CC mark.
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Chanel green gripoix stones and tube chain long necklace with CC mark.
Gold Plate
CHANEL Semi-Precious Stone and Rhinestone Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous necklace from CHANEL. Composed of Chanel costume pearl, amethyst, rock crystal, rose quartz, malachite, and turquoise; the stones are embedded with delicate tube-set rhine...
Amethyst, Malachite, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Turquoise
Chanel Gold Tone Red Multi Strand Chain Stone Embellished Flower Necklac
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
This multi-strand Chanel necklace is constructed of metal with gold-tone plating.
Chic Silver Pendant Collar Necklace Huge Gorgeous Smoky Crystal Stone
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stunning Chanel style modern necklace -interesting circular designed silver tone hinged collar with attached pendant. A gorgeous lustrous huge colored smoky crystal in the center wit...
Chanel Multi Color Beaded Stone Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Multi Colored Beaded Stone Necklace is in pristine condition.
1995 Chanel Gold tone Black Stone CC Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
1995 Chanel Gold tone Black Stone Necklace Black stone faux onix stone all around.
Chanel Turquoise Stone Pendant Gold Toned Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 1998P Chanel turquoise stone pendant with gold toned plated chain necklace
1995 Chanel Magnifying Glass Necklace with Green Stones
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A beautiful Chanel chain necklace from the Autumn 1995 collection.
Other, Gold Plate
1980's Chanel Gripoix Gold Stone Magnifier Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Chanel red-gripoix magnifier pendant necklace. Collection 23. Can be worn single or double. Pendant, 3.5"Dia. Original box.
Chanel by Victoire de Castellane Stone Cross Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Crafted in a gold-tone finish metal, it features a cross with tinted glass stones, signature of the house of Gripoix. The chain is embellished with 13x colored glass stone set in met...
Chanel Pearl And Gripoix Stones Necklace Choker 1970's Mint
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Pearl And Gripoix Stones Necklace Choker 1970's.
Chanel Vintage "Sautoir" Necklace w/ Green Stones & Pearls - Circa 1987
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage "Sautoir" Necklace w/ Green Stones & Pearls - Circa 1987.
Chanel Necklace in Copper Plated Metal and Hard Stone Beads
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Long necklace in copper-plated metal and hard stone beads topped with rhinestones.
CHANEL Gold Toned Blue Marble Stone Magnifying Lens Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
CC logo hook fastening. Stamped Chanel 95 A, made in France. Total length 83cm (32.5 inches) Magnifying glass charm 7.2x5.2cm Stone beads 1.2x1.6cm.
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Brown Stone Pendant Weaving Chain Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Brown Stone Pendant Weaving Chain Long Necklace *Marked 97 *Made in France *Comes with the original box -The pendant is approximately 3″ x 1.55″.
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Brown Stone Pendant Weaving Chain Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Brown Stone Pendant Weaving Chain Long Necklace *Marked 97 *Made in France *Comes with the original box -The pendant is approximately 3″ x 1.55″.
Chanel 1984 Multi Chain with Gripoix Purple/Green Stones Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience timeless elegance with the Chanel 1984 Multi Chain Necklace. Featuring layers of green and purple stones, this necklace adds a touch of sophistication to any outfit.
Chanel Sautoir with Faceted Turquoise Stones
By Chanel
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Lovely Chanel suitor with faceted turquoise stones (glass) set in gilt metal bezels.
Turquoise, Gilt Metal
Chanel Stone-embellished Faux-pearl Double Strand Necklace
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in London, GB
A creation of Maison Gripoix for Chanel, this stunning pre-owned boasts a strand of faux pearls finished with three ruby red glass poured gems surrounded by gold-toned metal embelli...
Chanel Crystal and Bezel Set Stone Chain
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Chanel crystal and bezel set stone sautoir. Lagerfeld for Chanel. Great length,super versatile...a forever classic. Gorgeous quality.
Signed, Chanel 1981.
L...
Chanel 1994 Turquoise Glass Stone Necklace & Brooch Set, Signed 94CC P
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
CHANEL NECKLACE WITH THE SAME BROOCH (Made in France) singed 94 CC P the long necklace and brooch Dimensions: Lenght of the chain with turquoise glass stones 120/60 cm Size of the m...
Crystal, Turquoise, Gold Plate
Long NECKLACE/SAUTOIRE by CHANE, signed 1990s with turquoise glass stones, 150cm
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Long Sautoire by CHANEL (Made in France) signed 1990s, with 13 turquoise glass stones, 150 cm long in 24k goldplated, in perfect condition. Dimensions Length of the sautoir 150 cm ...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Chanel Chain Necklace with Stones and Rhinestones, Circa 1980
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a chain link necklace with black stones and rhinestones by Chanel from the 1980's.
CHANEL Pearl Necklace w. Gripoix Stone
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel pearl necklace w. gripoix stone Age: 1983 Made in France Stamped: CHANEL 1983 Closes with clasp closure Features red gripoix glass and white long pearl pendant Length: 2...
CHANEL Vintage Black Satin Choker Necklace W. Orange Oval Stones c.1987
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
CHANEL Vintage Black Satin Choker Necklace W. Orange Oval Stones c.1987 Age: 1987 Made in France Materials: satin, leather, orange stones.
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Stone Charm Long Evening Drape Necklace in Box
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Stone Charm Long Evening Drape Necklace in Box Metal Gold tone Lobster closure Made in France Charm measures 2" W x 1.5" H Chain length 29"
1980s Chanel Long Pearl Necklace with Red Stone Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Rare extra long 9-10mm faux pearls with red poured glass clasp. Wear single, double or tripled. These date from the 1980's and are far superior quality pearls than currently used by ...
Pearl
Chanel 1970's Vintage Gold Chain Belt & Necklace with Heart & Red Stone
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 1970's Vintage Goldtone Chain Link Belt & Necklace with Heart & Red Rhinestone. This belt is in excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age, mainly an area...
Sold
H 9 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in
Vintage Mid-Century Original 1970s Givenchy Precious Stone Choker Necklace
By Chanel, Tiffany & Co., Versace, Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
YSL, YVES SAINT LAURENT, VALENTINO, CHANEL, VERSACE, FENDI, HAUTE COUTURE, CHIC, HIGH FASHION, DESIGNER, HAUTE BIJOUX
Crystal, Gold Plate
Gorgeous Chanel Semi-Precious Stone Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Gorgeous 36" Chanel necklace made with natural semi precious stones, including malachite, Rose Quartz, amethyst, citrine, etc. and traditional Chanel pearls.
Chanel Gold CC and Tiger Eye Stone Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Westport, CT
Chanel Gold CC and Tiger Eye Stone Necklace, Chanel, CC, Made in France, 95 A (Autumn) Pendant measures 2" x 2"
Gold Plate
Chanel Pearl Color Stone Necklace in White/Violet, 1996
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 1996 Made Pearl Color Stone Necklace White/Violet Additional information: Made in France Measurements: Top diameter: 1 cm Chain length: 45 cm Condition: Good Front: With slig...
Sophisticated 1997 Chanel Necklace with blue stones and gold plated metal.
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
So chic and elegant for everyday use this amazing 3 lines Chanel necklace. 2 CC charms All decorated with amazing blue stones.
Chanel Vintage colorful gripoix stones and faux pearls double chain necklace
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980s-1990s. Vintage Chanel colorful gripoix stones and faux pearls double chain long necklace with large ornamental pendant top.
Gold Plate
Chanel Necklace Vintage Gripoix Green Glass Pendant Stone Bead Charm Gold Chain
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Chanel - Gripoix Pendant Necklace Color: Gold Material: Metal ------------------------------------------------------------ Details: - green gripoix glas stone swivel p...
Chanel Necklace Gripoix Vintage Green Glass Pendant Stone Bead Charm Gold Chain
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
- spring ring closure - gold tone hardware - item # AA1089 Condition: Good vintage condition - gently used light scratches and wear, discoloration at pendant and closur...
Silver Chanel Logo Necklace with Multi Color Stones
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Delicate silver Chanel necklace with CC logos. Also has multi color natural looking stone details alternating between logos.
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H 1 in W 1 in L 1 in
Chanel Gold-tone Metal Multicolor Lab-created Stones CC Logo Gripoix Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel CC Gripoix necklace features gold-tone metal hardware, an interlocking CC logo adorned with clear rhinestones and surrounded by multicolor lab-created stones, faux white pearl...
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in L 1 in
Chanel Gold-tone Metal Multicolor Lab-created Stones CC Logo Gripoix Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel CC Gripoix necklace features gold-tone metal hardware, an interlocking CC logo adorned with clear rhinestones and surrounded by multicolor lab-created stones, faux white pearl...
Vintage CHANEL Necklace in Gilt Metal and Semi Precious Stones
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful CHANEL necklace in gilt metal set with semi-precious multicolored stones of different sizes.
Gilt Metal
Circa 1950's Vintage Chanel Baroque Pearl Necklace with Gripoix Stones
By Chanel
Located in US
Amazing Chanel baroque pearl double-strand necklace from circa 1950's.
Pearl
Chanel vintage large green necklace with brooch x4 green giproix stones
By Chanel
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Featuring x4 green giproix stones, x4 pearl with blue stone. Highly collectable piece, a must-have for Chanel lovers.
Chanel Gold Plated Faux Pearl Double-Chain Necklace, 1980s Vintage
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Designing pieces that leave lasting impressions, Chanel leaves no detail overlooked. Adorned with faux pearls, this unique pre-owned chain-link necklace features a large magnifying g...
Goossens for Chanel Byzantine Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Goossens for Chanel Byzantine sautoir necklace of five stations of supple woven snake chain loosely knotted with stations centered by large round jet pate de verre beads and squa...
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
CHANEL Vintage Elegant Gold Cross Multi-strand Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1994 Collection Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain length 23 inches Comes with bo...
Gold
Vintage CHANEL Byzantine Cross Gripoix Pearl Double Chain Necklace
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANEL Byzantine Cross Gripoix Pearl Double Chain Necklace Measurements: Height: 3.93 inches (10 cm) Wearable Length: 29.92 inches (76 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL...
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18K Gold and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1980s by the atelier of Roger Mathon for Van Cleef & Arpels Paris, and retailed in New York, this necklace is composed of 18K gold and diamonds. An evolution in form f...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Important Coco Chanel Elaborate Byzantine Crucifix Necklace
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extraordinary Rare and Important Maison Gripoix for Coco Chanel elaborate handmade Byzantine crucifix pendant necklace. The focal crucifix of ruby and emerald Gripoix poured glass en...
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Chain and Pearl Double Strand Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 36” Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: T...
Gold
Chanel Elegant Gold and Pearl Multi Strand Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 38” Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: T...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Coin and Crystal Station Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Chain Length 34" Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATI...
Gold
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Massive Gripoix Cross Pendant Necklace, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage statement antiqued gold‑tone chain necklace featuring a massive cross pendant adorned with marbled green and red Gripoix glass cabochons. This CHANE...
Gilt Metal
Chanel cross necklace by Karl Lagerfeld 1985
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 1985 ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Byzantine-style costume-pearl necklace ornamented with a cross made of golden metal and glass ...
Gilt Metal
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Byzantine Cross Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Striking Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Byzantine Cross Necklace 1970's, workshop Maison Goossens. Of gilt bronze with faux amythest and emerald varishape cabochons made of poured...
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Chanel Large Vintage Gold CC Clover Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 Collection Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain 46 inches long Comes with box ...
Gold
Chanel 24K Gold Plated Cross Necklace, Gripoix Glass, 1993 Design
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Chanel necklace with an attached cross in the colors orange and red with handcrafted pearl, hanging from the original 70 cm long chain. Signed on the back side 93 CC P - 1993 Print...
Other, Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Gold Chain CC Faux Pearl Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 26 Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain 32" long Comes with box IMPORTA...
Gold
Chanel Long Pearl Swarovski Crystal Chicklet Necklace circa 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Long Pearl Swarovski Crystal Chicklet Necklace from the circa 1980s is a stunning vintage accessory that embodies elegance and retro charm. This necklace features a series...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower These are professional photos of the actual bag. This Fendi Baguette is made from Raffia material that’s similar to s...
$12,725
W 1.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 5.5 in L 16 in
Chanel Gold Wheat Choker Necklace, Couture Design, Circa 2008
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Chanel Gold Choker Necklace with Pieces of Wheat making up the Necklace. It is Made Purposely Uneven, with one side being Longer than the other. It is 14-16" L and 1.5...
Mixed Metal
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...
CoCo Chanel Maison Gripoix Glass Enamel Flower Necklace
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Chanel poured glass enamel flower necklace. Made by Maison Gripoix of opaline and opal blue glass camellias and camellia buds . Further embellished with pale emerald pour...
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel
Chanel 5 Layered Pearl Beaded Flower Motif Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 2019 Chanel 5 Layered Pearl Beaded Flower Motif Necklace is an exquisite statement piece that effortlessly elevates any evening look. Crafted with an eye for detail, this necklac...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown (The corset shown on some images is not included ) Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine all...
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
$5,669
W 1.19 in D 0.79 in L 53.55 in
Chanel Necklace by Robert Goossens and Gripoix Paris, sign. 1983, gold plated
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A unique and rare Chanel sautoir signed 1983. It consists of 20 false pearls, in between 3 olympus-shaped Gripoix stones and 2 large Swarovski crystal parts each in green and blue, b...
Crystal, Gold Plate
$3,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 80 in
Two Chanel Gripoix Necklaces 1981 Signed Estate of Barbara Taylor Bradford
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
From the collection of writer Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE (Order of the British Empire) we have these two extraordinary and very rare matching Chanel Gripoix Glass and Faux Pearl Nec...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Iconic Bronze and Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Massive bib with multiple strands of hand made faux baroque pearls of varying sizes mixed with graduated gilt bronze cupid plaques and chains. Based on a famous Chanel necklace c...
Chanel Vintage Pearl Crystal and Gold CC Station Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 46” Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: ...
Gold
$17,700Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage CHANEL gold pearl Gripoix jewel long designer runway necklace 1992
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHANEL Made in France • gold plated, gripoix • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 72” long CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal...
Chanel Collier Sautoir Perle Pre Fall 2015 Paris Salzburg Pearls string necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel necklace Pre Fall or Métiers d'Art 2015 collection (Paris Salzburg) long necklace composed of a row of fancy pearls of different sizes interspersed with small floral motifs an...
Zircon, Gilt Metal
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Chanel 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone and Diamond Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Stunning multicolor gemstone necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold by Chanel. Fits like a collar around your neck making a glamorous statement. Show off your beautiful neck, your fierc...
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. 750 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.