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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OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black cotton high waisted wide pants FR34 XS
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black cotton high waisted wide pants FR34 XS Reference: SNKO/A00443 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure:...
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 midnight blue wool VAREUSE COLLAR CROPPED MILITARY Jacket S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine military jacket in midnight blue wool felt combines structured elegance with military-inspired detailing. It features a relaxed, boxy, cropped silhouette w...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo khaki black leather silk stripe dress FR36 S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo khaki black leather silk stripe dress FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00029 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Leather, Silk Color: Black, Khaki Pattern: ...
Celine Silk Black Corset Top
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Celine silk corset top features a sculpted silhouette, a black silk fluid fabric at the front, strapless neckline, softly flared overlay that drapes beautifully over a structured kni...
CELINE Big Bag Nano Bucket Storm Blue Grained Calfskin Silver Hardware Tote
By Celine
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: CELINE Big Bag Nano Bucket 2Way Shoulder Handbag Silver Hardware blue ...
$1,359Sale Price|20% Off
Celine New Gold Quilted Cross Body Bag
By Celine
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Celine Brand New Laminated Gold Quilted Calfskin Cross body Bag with gold metal C charm. Adjustable shoulder shoulder strap and a front zipper pocket. Beige fabric interior lining. C...
Old Celine by Phoebe Philo Horsebit Skirt logo monogram chains 2016
By Celine
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Rare! Old Celine by Phoebe Philo Horsebit Skirt logo monogram chains 2016 Céline by Phoebe Philo Country of production: France Marked Size: FR 42 US 12 IT 46 Celine style: 2 2J16 /...
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...
Celine, Leopard print trench coat
By Celine
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Celine, Leopard print trench coat. The item is in very good condition.
Céline by Michael Kors Vintage y2k White Cotton Trompe-l’œil Gold Chain Tank Top
By Celine
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Céline by Michael Kors printed gold chain logo white cotton sleeveless top. White sleeveless cotton tank top featuring a trompe-l’œil gold chain necklace print draped across the nec...
CELINE grey cotton & cashmere TRIOMPHE HOODIE Sweater L
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine hoodie sweater in grey cotton (86%) and cashmere (14%). Features Triomphe logo embroidery on the front and a drawstring neck. Has b...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2014 dark green wool mock neck ribbed knit dress S
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2014 dark green wool mock neck ribbed knit dress S Reference: TGAS/F00070 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Fall 2014 Material: Wool, Blend Col...
Celine Sandales Talons EU40 Studded Black Leather Heels Pumps UK6.5 US9 Céline
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in PARIS, FR
Celine pumps by Hedi Slimane high sandals in thin black leather straps, those on the upper part of the leather decorated with mini gold studs, fastening on the ankle with a gold meta...
OLD CELINE 2011 Phoebe Philo cotton denim bateau boat neck 3/4 sleeve top FR40 S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE 2011 Phoebe Philo blue cotton denim bateau boat neck 3/4 sleeve top FR40 S Reference: DYTG/A00084 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Spring/Summer 2011 - Run...
Celine Grey Soft Grained Calfskin Medium Sangle Bucket Bag
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Celine Grey Soft Grained Calfskin Medium Sangle Bucket Bag SKU: 155922 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Founded in Paris in 1945, Celine has long been a stu...
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 W_JS_013 S060 5021 07UW Midi Prairie lightweight denim midi skirt 26"
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE W_JS_013 S060 5021 07UW Midi Prairie lightweight denim ruched hem midi skirt 26" Reference: MELK/A00591 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: W_JS_013 S060 5021 07UW Mat...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo sky blue pleated black waistband skirt FR34 XS
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
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 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...
Celine Tan Smooth Calfskin Teen Bucket 16 Bag
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Celine Tan Smooth Calfskin Teen Bucket 16 Bag SKU: 154046 MSRP: 2650.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in very good...
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...
CELINE 2020 Janco Babouche off white leather gold logo step back slipper EU37
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE 2020 Janco Babouche off white leather gold logo step back slipper slides EU37 Reference: MELK/A00377 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: Janco Babouche Collection: SS ...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 100% wool mohair Triomphe logo contrast cuff sweater XS
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 100% wool mohair Triomphe logo contrast cuff sweater XS Reference: LNKO/A02125 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Wool, Mohair, Blend Color: Beige...
CELINE Phoebe Philo Iconic Runway S/S 2011 Zip-Front Black Crepe Jumpsuit FR 34
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
An iconic design from Phoebe Philo’s tenure at Céline, this black crepe jumpsuit debuted on the Spring 2011 runway. The minimalist silhouette features a gold-tone exposed front zippe...
CELINE navy wool felt gold crest button wrap high waist midi skirt FR36 S
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE navy wool felt gold crest button wrap high waist midi skirt FR36 S Reference: MELK/A00494 Brand: Celine Material: Wool Color: Navy Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Extra Details...
$4,444Sale Price|24% Off
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Charlotte, NC
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag Monogram canvas Leather trim Leather lining Gold tone hardware Made in Italy Handle drop 4" Measures 9" W x 8...
CELINE white linen ramie eyelet ruffled collar embroidered pleated shirt FR36 S
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE white linen ramie eyelet ruffled collar embroidered pleated shirt FR36 S Reference: MELK/A00524 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Material: Linen, Ceramic Color: White Patt...
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...
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, ...
OLD CELINE 2010 Runway Phoebe Philo green wool cashmere cable knit dress S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE 2010 Runway Phoebe Philo green wool cashmere cable knit dress S Reference: NKLL/A00258 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Pre fall...
Celine Brown Leather Belt With Carriage Buckle
By Celine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add some prairie flair to your look, with this Celine brown leather belt complete with a carriage buckle. Brown Leather W Silver Length: 21-28" can add a hole up to 30" Great Vi...
CELINE Sulky olive green cotton white carriage logo baseball cap hat 59cm
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Sulky olive green cotton white carriage logo baseball cap hat 59cm Reference: MELK/A00572 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: Sulky Baseball Cap Material: Polyester, B...
Celine fox fur collar black structured bomber style coat jacket
By Celine
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Celine black structured bomber style jacket with a detachable black fox fur collar Cuffs close via large silver popper buttons Front zip Size: FR 36 Composition: 52% polyester 48% ...
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...
2016 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO plaid runway pants with wrap waist- new
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Oversized, plaid wool pants with unique wrap waistband trimmed in leather designed by Phoebe Philo exactly as seen on the spring 2016 runway. French size 36. Approximate measurements...
CELINE 2021 Hedi Slimane bleached denim cream shearling lined trucker jacket XS
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE 2021 Hedi Slimane bleached washed denim cream shearling lined trucker jacket XS Reference: MELK/A00542 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Collection: Fall/Winter 2021 "Teen ...
Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Buckle Dark Brown Leather Belt
By Celine
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Buckle Dark Brown Leather Belt Measurements: Buckle Height: 1.97 inches (5 cm) Buckle Width: 3.15 inches (8 cm cm) Strap Height: 1.97 inches (5 cm) Wearable Length: 25.98 inches to 31.89 inches (66 cm to 81 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CELINE PARIS. - Dark brown leather with gold Celine horse carriage...
Black Celine Triumph Chunky Kiltie Loafers
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Black patent chunky kiltie Triumph loafers by Celine. Gold-tone hardware at tops. Lug soles. 0.5" platform height, 1" heel height.
CELINE Hedi Slimane 2019 C Charm pink quilted small crossbody camera bag
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
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 ...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Trio red gold zip triple snap pouch crossbody bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Trio red gold zip triple snap pouch crossbody bag Reference: TALI/A00003 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Trio crossbody Material: Leather Color: R...
$810Sale 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...
CELINE 2021 Tambour brown Triomphe crossbody circe bag Blackpink Lisa
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE 2021 Tambour brown Triomphe crossbody circe bag Blackpink Lisa Reference: KYCG/A00177 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: Tambour Collection: SS2021 - Runway As seen o...
CELINE 2021 Runway red white sequin varsity logo oversized jersey tshirt S
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE 2021 Runway red white sequin varsity logo oversized jersey tshirt S Reference: AAWC/A01734 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Collection: Spring/Summer 2021 ("Les Salins") A...
Vintage Blue Celine Lizard Skin Handbag
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Blue Celine Lizard Skin Handbag. This handbag features a lizard skin body, gold-tone hardware, dual flat shoulder straps, and a top closure. 11" ...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2018 pink yellow contrast back oversized sweatshirt XS
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2018 pink yellow contrast back oversized sweatshirt XS Reference: TGAS/D00653 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: 2018 Material: Cotton, Blend Co...
Celine Black Leather Flat Slides With Gold-Tone Details - '10s
By Celine
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Iconic Celine mules from the coveted “Old Celine” era under Phoebe Philo, representing the pure essence of modern minimalism and refined luxury.Crafted fro...
1970s Celine Wool Plaid Skirt
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970s Celine red and black plaid wool skirt. The plaid patterns features some houndstooth and the waist is defined with the iconic Celine buckle. In very...
CELINE Teen Triomphe black shiny calfskin gold anagram logo crossbody bag
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Teen Triomphe black shiny calfskin gold anagram logo crossbody bag Reference: YIKK/A00263 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: Teen Triomphe Material: Leather Color: Bl...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black suede bow high heel mules EU36.5
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
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 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 Cropp Military Vareuse wool gold trim Triomphe sailor collar pullover M
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
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 Resort 2010 Black Silk Cargo Skirt by Phoebe Philo, Size 38 NWT NOS
By Celine
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An elegant example of Phoebe Philo's celebrated minimalist vision for Céline, this black silk cargo skirt is believed to date to the Resort 2010 collection. Combining utilitarian-ins...
Vintage Blue Celine Lizard Skin Handbag
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Blue Celine Lizard Skin Handbag. This handbag features a lizard skin body, gold-tone hardware, dual flat shoulder straps, and a top closure. 11" ...
CELINE Phoebe Philo Berlin leather triple buckle front zip western biker boots
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo Berlin black leather triple buckle front zip western biker boots EU36 Reference: TGAS/G00124 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Berlin Collection: FW 201...
Celine Tricolor Trapeze Bag in Leather and Suede
By Celine
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Normal signs of use, corner wear, scratches on hardware, clean inside and out, with minor scratche...
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...
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 Classic Box Flap Caramel Brown Leather crossbody bag
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CELINE Classic Box Flap Caramel Brown Leather crossbody bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. This CELINE Classic ...
Celine 16 Bag Medium Burgundy Smooth Calfskin Leather With Strap
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Celine 16 Bag Medium Burgundy Smooth Calfskin Leather With Strap These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. This Celine 16 Bag is elegantly designed, showcas...