Now renowned for chic womenswear as well as luxury leather handbags that are often recognized for their iconic gold-tone fastening and hardware, French fashion house Celine got its start in children’s shoes.
In 1945, Céline Vipiana and her husband, Richard, opened a made-to-measure shoe shop for children at 52 rue de Malte in Paris. Designer Céline’s name graced the business, alongside a red elephant designed by French cartoonist Raymond Peynet that served as the company’s first logo.
In 1967, following an expansion into women’s shoes and leather accessories, the Vipianas decided to expand their company’s reach into women’s ready-to-wear, focusing on high-end sportswear. Céline Vipiana, who remained chief designer until her death in 1997, would oversee a range of fashion that would reach an international audience with a pared-down elegance and timeless style.
The company quickly achieved widespread success with its new offerings, most notably its trench coat, which became a staple for the brand. In the 1970s, they expanded outside Paris with boutiques in Monte Carlo, Beverly Hills and Hong Kong. In 1973, Céline Vipiana, inspired by chain links around the Arc de Triomphe, debuted the Blazon Chaîne motif of interlocking C’s. She began using it on a printed canvas and branding as well as accents on accessories, such as the Triomphe bag.
Vipiana’s designs were created to appeal as everyday fashion: Celine skirts, suits, fitted shirts, vests and coats were stylish but rooted in practicality. Quality, too, was paramount; Vipiana’s determination to deliver the best possible leather led to the opening of a studio in Florence, where the brand created its leather goods.
Vipiana died a year after her brand was acquired by Bernard Arnault’s luxury conglomerate LVMH for about $540 million. American designer Michael Kors then took the helm as creative director. Kors, too, was known for practical but chic ready-to-wear. He introduced such luxury staples as cashmere sets, smartly tailored pants and simple slip dresses, plus themed collections around jet-setter locales like Monte Carlo and Tahiti. Following Kors’s departure in 2004, onetime Burberry designer Roberto Menichetti took the job for just a year. He was followed by designer Phoebe Philo, the young British designer who is now credited with establishing Celine’s 21st-century style.
Philo created a distinct, minimal style that channeled the brand’s roots of practical simplicity with luxury materials. (“I just thought I’d clean it up,” she quipped of her debut collection in 2010.) Over the course of ten years, Philo turned the company into a beloved fixture of the fashion industry. In 2018, after Philo’s departure, the house tapped Hedi Slimane, former creative director of Yves Saint Laurent, as its new leader; he caused a stir when he famously removed the accent from the brand name. Controversial though it was, Slimane maintained it was a return to the label’s roots: an exercise in strong simplicity.
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Celine Macadam Monogram Coated Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Bucket Bag
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Celine Brown Macadam Monogram Coated Canvas & Black Calfskin Leather Vintage Bucket Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5960 Brand: Celine Model: Bucket Bag Type: Shoulder, Tote Se...
1980s Celine Polka-Dot Dress
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine 1980s polka-dot dress featuring classic collar front logo button fastening, short sleeves, two chest flap pockets, side seams pockets, straight hem...
$640Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Celine Grey Wool Coat
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s grey wool Celine coat. Double breasted, with epaulets and cinched waist with a matching grey wool belt. Celine marked cream and grey plastic buttons. Excellent vintage conditio...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black wool cream silk panelled button detail sweater XS
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black wool cream silk panelled button detail sweater XS Reference: YIKK/A00123 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Silk, Wool Color: Black, Cream P...
$819Sale Price|20% Off
Celine x Michael Kors 1999 Hooded Cashmere Sweater
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in London, GB
Cool and super rare, new with tags Celine cashmere jumper. From the Fall 1999 collection when Michael Kors was at the label. Made from chunky, soft bla...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo blue silk trimmed black wool pleated trousers FR34 XS
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo blue silk trimmed black wool pleated trousers FR34 XS Reference: MELK/A00091 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Wool Color: Black, Blue Pattern: S...
Celine Vintage Denim Cabas Horizontal Tote Bag with Ivory Logo Patch
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Cabas Horizontal Tote, the perfect blend of style and functionality. Crafted with a blue denim exterior, this tote features an eye-catching ivory and blue knit logo p...
CELINE 2021 Ava lavender purple calfskin leather half moon shoulder bag
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE 2021 Ava lavender purple calfskin leather half moon shoulder bag Reference: KYCG/A00200 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: Ava Collection: 2021 AW Material: Leather C...
Celine Vintage Shiny Black Leather Crossbody Bag
By Celine
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely vintage Celine Shiny Black Leather Crossbody Bag is crafted of smooth leather in black. This bag features an adjustable leather shoulder strap with gold-tone hardware, an...
Céline Pochette Enveloppe Calèche 1985s Brown Monogram Canvas Clutch Celine
By Celine
Located in PARIS, FR
Céline circa 1985 Diamond Clutch (or Envelope) shaped pouch in brown Monogram Calèche canvas trimmed with matching leather, brown leather interior with a central zipped pocket, gold ...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo beige wool cashmere blend split hem sweater vest S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo beige wool cashmere blend split hem sweater vest S Reference: LNKO/A02596 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Wool, Cashmere, Blend Color: Beige Pa...
CELINE blue silk 2020 LAVALLIERE FLORAL LAME MIDI Dress 36 XS
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine Fall/Winter 2020 lavalliere dress in blue, black, brown, beige, midnight blue, gray and white silk lamé (96%) and lurex (4%). Features cape sleeves and two slit...
1999 CELINE cream and black cashmere logo sweater
By Celine, Michael Kors
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare cream and black cashmere turtleneck with Celine logo on sleeves as worn by Gisele for a Celine ad campaign dating to fall of 1999. ...
1970s Celine Navy Pleated Skirt
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's classic Celine navy blue polyester and wool blend pleated skirt with half navy leather and gold belt at waistband. Overall A line shape. In excellen...
CELINE dark blue leather 2012 Short Sleeve Shift Dress 38 S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo short sleeves shift dress in dark blue lambskin leather (100%) with round neck-line and seams detail at the front. Closes with a zipper on the b...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo sky blue pleated black waistband skirt FR34 XS
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo sky blue pleated black waistband skirt FR34 XS Reference: GEGG/A00032 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Triacetate, Blend Color: Blue, Black Patt...
CELINE grey snakeskin PYTHON Ankle Strap Sandals Shoes 37
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline ankle-strap high heels in grey python leather. Brand new. Measurements Imprinted Size 37 Shoe Size 37 Inside Sole 23.5cm (9.2in) Width 7cm (2.7in) Heel 11cm (4...
Celine Camel Classic Box Bag in Box Calfskin with Gold Hardware
By Celine
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: CELINE Teen Classic Box yellow color Shoulder bag Crossbody almost Italy，Normal use marks, there is ...
CELINE brown silk SNAKE PRINT LONG PLEATED FLUID Dress S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine pleated fluid maxi dress in brown and ivory georgette silk ( assumed cause tag is missing). Features a snake print, long puffed sleeves and a deep v-neck. Has a...
Celine Vintage Red Wool Vest with Gold Buttons, Size FR 38
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Céline vintage red vest, with V-neck and double front pockets. Featuring gold-coloured engraved buttons, (the internal replacement button is still present.) a...
Céline Triomphe Besace Clea Calfskin Black Handbag
By Celine
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301318 Comes With Celine Box, Dust Bag and Dandelion Authenticity Guarantee Only Model Triomphe Small Metal Gold-Plated Materials Calfskin Condition Excellent Other Info Approx...
CELINE black cotton BACK LOGO HOODIE Sweater XL
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine hoodie sweater in black cotton (100%). Features white logo-print on the back, drawstring hood and kangaroo pocket. Has been worn a...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black nude leather lace open side peep toe bootie EU40.5
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black nude leather lace open side peep toe bootie EU40.5 Reference: TGAS/A05370 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Open bootie Material: Leather Colo...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo khaki leather black panel gold belt dress FR36 S
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo khaki leather black panel gold belt dress FR36 S Reference: NKLL/A00030 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Leather, Fabric Color: Khaki, Black Pat...
CELINE midnight blue viscose SLEEVELESS SHIFT Dress 36 XS
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline sleeveless shift dress in midnight blue viscose (71%) and acetate (29%). The design features a flared bottom part and two slit pockets on the side. Lined in bla...
Black and white chiné single breasted coat CELINE
By Celine
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white chiné single breasted coat . Main fabric composition: 82% cotton, 18% nylon. Lining composition: 100% rayon Snap ( covered with fabric) closure on the middle front, p...
Celine Sac Main GM Charms 2025 Boston Triomphe Canvas Hand Bag Strap Céline
By Celine
Located in PARIS, FR
Celine 2025 collection handbag, Boston Large Model, in Triomphe canvas and camel-colored leather, brown cotton canvas interior with a large zipped pocket, double-slider zip closure, ...
NWT F/W 2004 Celine by Michael Kors Runway Strapless Leopard Silk Gown 36FR
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful leopard print Celine gown, designed by Michael Kors. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this strapless dress debuted on the season's runway and features a r...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2011 Runway blue patchwork denim button-up shirt FR36 S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2011 Runway blue patchwork denim button-up shirt FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00255 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Resort 2011 - Runway Material:...
CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO oatmeal wool and cashmere coat with hood - resort 2016
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Oversized oatmeal wool coat with hood designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine dating to resort of 2016. French size 36 however this coat has a very ove...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 100% wool sunshine yellow crew neck sweater S
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 100% wool sunshine yellow crew neck sweater S Reference: NKLL/A00152 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Wool Color: Yellow Pattern: Solid Closure:...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black suede bow high heel mules EU36.5
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black suede bow high heel mules EU36.5 Reference: TGAS/D00548 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Runway Material: Suede Color: Black Pattern: So...
CELINE c.1980s/90s Black Gold Logo Chain Accent Ultra Wide Leg Pleated Trousers
By Celine
Located in Thiensville, WI
Celine c.1980's/90's Black Gold Logo Chain Accent Ultra Wide Leg Pleated Trousers Brand / Manufacturer: Celine Circa: 1980's/1990's Label(s): "Celine Paris" Designer: Celine Vapiana...
CELINE Cropp Military Vareuse wool gold trim Triomphe sailor collar pullover M
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Cropp Military Vareuse navy wool gold trim embroidered Triomphe sailor collar pullover M Reference: MELK/A00557 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Material: Wool Color: Na...
Celine, Tricolor leather luggage tote
By Celine
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Celine, Tricolor leather luggage tote. The item has some small signs of wear on the leather, overall in good condition.
1970's Celine Equestrian Theme Square Silk Scarf
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's Celine equestrian theme square silk scarf in lovely combination of navy, white, gold and green. Perfect for wearing or framing, which is a popular method of appreciating earl...
Silk jacquard fushia shirt with "bags" pattern Céline Circa 1970's
By Celine
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk jacquard fushia shirt with "bags" pattern. Gold metal button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. Decorative pocket flap on the top front. size 40 (Fr) L
Celine, Christian Barclay classic biker jacket
By Celine
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Celine, Christian Barclay classic biker jacket. The item is in very good condition.
OLD CELINE 2011 Phoebe Philo Triomphe button mid waist cropped straight jeans
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE 2011 Phoebe Philo Triomphe button mid waist cropped straight leg jeans FR38 M Reference: DYTG/A00133 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Spring/Summer 2011 M...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo orange black cream colorblocked tank top FR36 S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo orange black cream colorblocked tank top FR36 S Reference: NKLL/A00279 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Feels like silk Color: Orange, Cream Pat...
CÉLINE SS16 Burnt Orange Suede Espadrille Wedge Sandals Size 38
By Celine
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
CÉLINE SS16 Burnt Orange Suede Espadrille Wedge Sandals Size 38 (Phoebe Philo Era, Made in Spain) Description: From Phoebe Philo’s Céline Spring/Summer 2016 collection, these burnt ...
Celine monogram macadam vintage cap
By Celine
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Celine monogram macadam vintage cap Product Type: Hats; Brand: Celine; Color: Beige; For whom: Unisex; Description: size L the condition is good, there ...
Cèline Phoebe Philo '18 Small Big Bag in Cherry Red Supple Calfskin Trapeze Tote
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Diego, CA
authentic Cèline Small Big Bag in Cherry Red Supple Leather w/ Long Shoulder Strap Add a masterpiece of "Old Céline" to your collection with this stunning Small Big Bag from the Sum...
CELINE dark blue leather Short Sleeve Shift Dress 38 S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Celine short sleeves shift dress in pigeon blue lambskin leather (100%) with round neck-line and seams detail at the front. Closes with a zipper on the back and has slit po...
Black wool pleated skirt with chain embellishment CELINE
By Celine
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool pleated skirt with chain embellishment on the top front . Acetate lining. Zip and hook&eye closure on the side back. SIZE 48 (Fr) XL
Celine 1990s Brown Leather Gold Tone Belt
By Celine
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe with this iconic Celine 1990s Brown Leather Gold Tone Belt. Crafted from rich, deep brown leather, this belt exudes timeless sophist...
CELINE M_SK_004 N120 640E 07UW blue washed cotton minimal tab pocketed jeans 27"
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE M_SK_004 N120 640E 07UW blue washed cotton minimal tab pocketed jeans 27" Reference: JACG/A00334 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: M_SK_004 N120 640E 07UW Material: ...
CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO cinnamon brown skirt with ruffles
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Cinnamon brown wool skirt with ruffle motif designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine, circa 2015. This Phoebe Philo–era Celine skirt comes in a warm rust tone with a clean A-line shape....
Celine Logo Black Cotton Camera Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine logo patch camera bag featuring a camera rectangle body, black cotton base & burgundy leather front logo patch and the adjustable shoulder strap, a top zip fastening, int...
CELINE midnight blue viscose DRAPED SLEEVELESS SHIFT Dress 38 S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline sleeveless shift dress in midnight blue viscose (68%) and silk (32%) with round neck-line and draped detail at the front. Features two pocket on the front. Clos...
CELINE PHILO Babouche On Heel 105 black suede point toe cut out mule EU36
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE PHILO Babouche On Heel 105 black suede point toe cut out mule EU36 Reference: TGAS/A02777 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Babouche on Heel 105 Material: Suede Colo...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo beige wool silk knot tie back cut out sleeves sweater M
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo beige wool silk knot tie back cut out sleeves sweater M Reference: TGAS/D00352 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Wool, Silk Color: Beige Pattern:...
Rare and Limited Celine Tiger Wool Coat Size XS / FR 34
By Celine
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Splendid, rare and limited Celine coat 100% Wook Tiger style Yellow and black color Alamari closing Two pockets With hood Length shoulder/hem cm 92 (36...
CELINE Hedi Slimane 2019 C Charm pink quilted small crossbody camera bag
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Hedi Slimane 2019 C Charm pink quilted small crossbody camera bag Reference: TGAS/B01431 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: Small C Charm camera bag Collection: 2019 ...
Vintage CELINE Macadam Canvas Box Shoulder Ring Bag
By Celine
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CELINE box shoulder bag is crafted of Celine’s signature Macadam Canvas in beige featuring a sturdy cowhide leather should...
Céline by Phoebe Philo Brown Houndstooth Coat
By Celine
Located in Geneva, CH
This pre-owned but new Céline coat was designed by Phoebe Philo who was the Creative Director at Céline between 2008 and 2018.. Recognized by her minmalist aesthetic and impeccable t...
Céline '12 Nano Luggage Drummed Leather Mini Tote Bag Taupe Authen Phoebe Philo
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Diego, CA
authentic Céline Nano Luggage Drummed Leather Mini Tote Bag in Taupe The ultimate expression of Parisian elegance designed during the iconic Phoebe Philo era, this 2012 collection ...
Celine by Phoebe Philo FW2010 Mod Button Coat (XS)
By Celine
Located in Brooklyn, NY
VALHALLA VINTAGE Celine by Phoebe Philo Fall Winter 2010, Look 4. Double breasted crew neck coat with thigh slit in navy blue wool. 1960's mod inspired silhouette. Black metal butto...
CELINE 2021 Hedi Slimane Chasseur black lambskin button cropped jacket
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE 2021 Hedi Slimane Collarless Chasseur black lambskin silver Carriage button cropped jacket FR36 S Reference: MELK/A00437 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Collection: Spring/Summer 2021 Material: Leather Color: Black, Silver Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Lining: Black Fabric Extra Details: This collarless cropped jacket is made from smooth black lambskin leather. It is built with a round neckline, two front chest patch pockets, and a single vertical row of five oversized, dome-shaped silver-tone metal buttons down the center placket. Each pocket face features a single matching accent button, and all hardware is engraved with the signature Celine carriage...
Light Pink & White Celine Glen Plaid Chain-Accented Pencil Skirt Size FR 40
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Light pink and white Glen plaid chain-accent pencil skirt by Celine. Gold-tone hardware. Vents at front hem. Zip closure at back. 24" waist, 36" hips, 21.75" length.