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 burgundy leather 2019 MANON SHEARLING LINED OVER KNEE Boots Shoes 37
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine Manon boots in burgundy leather fully lined in cream shearling. Features a soft rounded toe, an over-the-knee pull-on shaft, and contrast shearling trim peeking...
Celine Silk Tuxedo Suit 1990s
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk pants and jacket suit by Celine. The suit has a subtle tuxedo influence via a matching slightly shiny narrow line of silk along each shoulder extending down to ...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Resort 2015 Runway Size 8 Sculptural Ivory Wide Culottes
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Céline Resort 2015 sculptural culottes designed under Phoebe Philo, a defining look from her minimalist tailoring era. This collection marked Philo’s transition into more archit...
CELINE Vintage Floral Linen Bustier Corset Style
By Celine
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Celine Vintage Salmon coral color Bustier corset style Underwire cups with a light padding This item is extremely well-made 100% linen Size F40 fits like an XS/S Excellent Condition,...
Céline circa 1990 Robe daim noir FR40 Black Suede Maxi Dress UK12 US8 Celine
By Celine
Located in PARIS, FR
Celine dress circa 1990 in black suede, maxi tunic or shirt style, below-the-knee length, round neck fastened with five gold-tone metal snap buttons, long sleeves with matching butto...
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckli...
Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red jersey dress from Celine. It has a wide V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves and a wrapped ruched bodice. The dress is semi fitted through ...
CELINE beige silk 2023 BANDANA PRINT TWILL OVERSIZED Shirt 38 S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
Celine shirt in beige banana print twill silk (100%). Designed in an oversized silhouette with a relaxed draped collar and chest patch pocket. Finished with luminous mother-of-pearl ...
Celine by Michael Kors Spring Summer 2004 Gold Chain Print Pants
By Celine, Michael Kors
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
CELINE by Michael Kors Gold Chain Print Pants Spring Summer 2004 Cream cotton denim ankle-length signed Celine Paris old braided and oval chain link print cropped and low waist pant...
Céline 2016 Veste Smoking FR42 Black Buttonless Bulky Jacket UK14 US12 Celine
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in PARIS, FR
Céline Resort 2016 collection jacket by Phoebe Philo in wool and silk, "bulky" tuxedo style and slightly oversized, wide notched collar dressed in black satin at the bottom, no butto...
CELINE black wool 2018 DOUBLE FACE HOODED PONCHO Jacket S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine by Phoebe Philo poncho in navy blue double-face wool (100%) merges the relaxed essence of a hoodie with the elegance of a poncho. Designed with an oversize...
Celine Navy Double Breasted Rare Vicuna Wool Coat
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine navy Vicuna wool double-breasted coat featuring double-breasted closure, long sleeves, front patch pockets, vicuna wool-cashmere blend. Circa 1980s Made in France In Good Vint...
CELINE black & white wool PINSTRIPE CLASSIC Blazer Jacket 34 XXS
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Celine classic pinstripe blazer in black and white wool (100%) with a notch collar. Has two front decorative flap pockets. Closes on the front with a button. Lined in visco...
1970s Celine Wool Pleated Check Skirt
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine wool pleated check skirt featuring multicolour check pattern, knife-pleat design, high-waisted and belted waist with iconic leather detail. 100% wool Estimated size 38fr/US6 /...
CELINE navy blue cotton & cashmere TRIOMPHE HOODIE Sweater L
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine hoodie sweater in navy blue cotton (86%) and cashmere (14%). Features Triomphe logo embroidery on the front, a drawstring hood and...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Madame Flared scaled leather square toe ankle boots EU39
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Madame Flared red soft scaled leather square toe ankle boots EU39 Reference: TGAS/F00309 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Madame Flare Collection: ...
$846Sale Price|20% Off
Celine SS00 Blue Colour Block Cashmere Sweater
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in London, GB
Super rare, super cool Celine jumper - from the Spring 2000 catwalk when Micheal Kors was at the label. Look 45 on the runway. Unworn. Made from very sof...
$549Sale Price|40% Off
New Celine Patent Leather Brown Platform Heels Sz 39
By Celine
Located in Conroe, TX
Celine Platform Heels Brand New * Stunning in Brown Patent Leather * Contrast Stitching Throughout * Size: 39 * Gunmetal Hardware reads Celine * Leathe...
2010 CELINE by Phoebe Philo black wool crombie coat with removable rabbit collar
By Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A 2010 wool crombie coat designed by Phoebe Philo for Céline. It’s cut in a sharp, minimal line with a single-breasted front and discreet welt pockets. The standout detail is the ove...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2013 Runway grey wool alpaca cocoon coat FR38 M
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2013 Runway grey wool alpaca cocoon coat FR38 M Reference: TGAS/D00789 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: 2013 - Runway Material: Virgin Wool, A...
Celine, Leather jacket with metal mesh on the shoulders
By Celine
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Celine, Leather jacket with metal mesh on the shoulders. The item is new with tag. CONDITION: new with tag SIZE: 50 - L MEASUREMENTS: length 60 cm, width 46 cm, waist 48 cm, shou...
$288Sale Price|20% Off
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo red silky bias cut Triomphe anagram tank top
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo red silky bias cut Triomphe anagram tank top Reference: NKLL/A00501 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Feels like silk Color: Red Pattern: Solid C...
2015 Celine By Phoebe Philo cinnamon and black knit dress with flounced hemline
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Celine by Phoebe Philo, Pre-Fall 2015 Very rare knit dress in marled cinnamon and black designed by Phoebe Philo. The textile is a lightweight fine-gauge knit with a soft, fluid fee...
CELINE navy blue wool BELTED TWILL Peacoat Jacket 40 M
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo peacoat is crafted from navy blue twill wool (99%) and silk (1%). It features a boxy silhouette with oversized lapels, two flap chest pocke...
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 beige wool 2015 BELL SLEEVE RIB-KNIT Sweater M
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo sweater in rib-knit wool (77%) and polyamide (23%). Features long sleeves with bell cuffs in jerse...
Celine Womens High Waist Margaret Jeans 29x29 Light Wash Blue Denim Wide Leg
By Celine
Located in Miami, FL
- Light wash blue exterior - Tagged size 29 - Made of 100% cotton Condition: The jeans are in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approxima...
2015 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO Cornely Embroidered runway coat with fur trim
By Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Cornely embroidered runway coat made of wool and silk with shearling collar and fox fur hem designed by Phoebe Philo exactly as seen on fall 2015 runway. This ...
OLD CELINE 2015 baby pink lambskin shearling leather collar coat FR40 L
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2015 baby pink lambskin shearling leather collar coat FR40 L Reference: NKLL/A00581 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Resort 2015 Material: Leather, Fur Color: Pink, Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Belt Lining: Black Leather Extra Details: Céline by Phoebe Philo Belted Lambskin Coat from the Resort 2015 Collection is a stunning baby pink smooth calf hair coat...
1970s Celine Chain Logo Thin Wool Button Down Collared Shirt
By Celine
Located in Miami, FL
1970s thin wool Celine 70’s button down with vertical lines of the classic Celine chain design print on a black background. ‘Celine’ on each of the buttons. ...
2011 Celine By PHOEBE PHILO deep navy blue anorak jacket in cotton
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Deep navy-blue anorak jacket in cotton designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine dating to 2011. French size 38. Approximate measurements: shoulder 16-18" (however no defined shoulder), bu...
2010 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO khaki oversized coat
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, khaki cotton oversized coat designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine dating to resort of 2010. Labeled a French size 36, however it fits oversized. Approximate measurements: dr...
Celine Margaret High Boots Black Leather Tabac Sz. 38.5
By Celine
Located in Krakow, PL
Step out in style with these stunning Celine Margaret high boots! Crafted from luxurious black leather with a chic tabac-colored top and buckle detail, these boots exude sophisticat...
CELINE BY HEDI SLIMANE F/W2019 Rare Runway Snakeskin Print Leather Jacket
By Celine
Located in Berlin, BE
Outstanding rare leather blouson by Celine from their F/W 2019 collection. This brown snakeskin print jacket is a variation of the runway look 24 - the runway version with epaulettes...
$768Sale Price|20% Off
CELINE W_FL_018 Dylan blue washed gold triomphe buckle bootcut jeans 26"
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE W_FL_018 Dylan blue washed gold triomphe buckle bootcut jeans 26" Reference: GEGG/A00202 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Model: W_FL_018 Material: Denim, Metal Color: Blu...
$345Sale Price|25% Off
OLD CELINE PHOEBE PHILO cream cashmere mohair cutout turtleneck sweater M
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE PHOEBE PHILO cream cashmere mohair cutout turtleneck sweater M Reference: TGAS/D00387 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Cashmere, Mohair Color: Cream, Black P...
NEW 2013 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO plaid cotton runway top with draped neck
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Plaid cotton runway top with draped neckline and French cuffs designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine exactly as seen on the fall 2013 runway. French size 38. Approximate measurements: d...
$1,800Sale Price|25% Off
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo wool goat leather trimmed deconstructed trench coat FR38
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo tan wool goat leather trimmed deconstructed trench coat FR38 M Reference: EDTG/A00084 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Wool, Leather Color: Tan ...
CELINE Chasseur red wool linen tweed gold buttons cropped jacket FR34 XS
By Hedi Slimane, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Chasseur red wool linen tweed gold buttons cropped jacket FR34 XS Reference: LAYU/A00111 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane As seen on: Faith Hill Material: Wool, Linen, Ble...
$1,632Sale Price|20% Off
OLD CELINE 2017 Runway blue colorblock reversed pleated hem shirt dress
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE 2017 Runway blue colorblock reversed pleated hem shirt dress Reference: LNKO/A02610 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: SS2017 - Runway Material: Fabric Color: Blue, Green Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Extra Details: Pre-owned Spring 2017 Celine blue dress...
CELINE beige black cashmere OVERSIZED COLORBLOCK TURTLENCK Sweater S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo bicolor sweater is crafted from luxurious beige and black colorblock cashmere (100%). It features an oversized A-line silhouette with dropp...
$450Sale Price|25% Off
CELINE Phoebe Philo cream cotton silk tie front straight jacket FR36 S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo cream cotton silk tie front straight jacket FR36 S Reference: JACG/A00238 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Cotton, Silk Color: Cream Pattern: Solid ...
Céline by Michael Kors “Bullet” Boots, Fall/Winter 2001
By Celine
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
An iconic pair from Michael Kors’ tenure at Céline, these Fall/Winter 2001 “Bullet” boots perfectly embody the sleek Western-inspired glamour that defined the era. Crafted from suppl...
Celine Pheobe Philo Color Block Wool and Leather Pants A/W 2011
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous leather and wool pants in beige, rust and black by Phoebe Philo for Celine. They are mid rise, have beige narrow legs with rust leather panels along the sides and zippers at...
Celine Tomato Red Printed Cotton Batiste Logo Shirt
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Celine forever celebrates the Bon Chic Bon Genre style of classical Parisian girl prettiness. Classic semisheer cotton batiste "mens" shirt strewn with colorf...
OLD CELINE 2017 100% cashmere red double breast oversized side slit coat FR36 S
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2017 100% cashmere red double breast oversized side slit coat FR36 S Reference: NKLL/A00579 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Oversized Cashmere Coa...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M Reference: NILI/A00031 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Leather Color: Green, Red Pattern: S...
$175Sale Price|35% Off
CELINE Hedi Slimane silver leather PVC conical heels EU38
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Hedi Slimane silver leather PVC conical heels EU38 Reference: BSHW/A00147 Brand: Celine Designer: Hedi Slimane Material: Leather Color: Silver, Clear Pattern: Solid Closure: A...
Celine Vintage Mink Fur Coat Sz.40
By Celine
Located in Krakow, PL
Fur Coat, Straight Cut • Material: 100% mink fur; Lining: 100% acetate • Color: Brown • Closure: Hooks • Silhouette: Straight cut • Condition: Very good, minimal signs of wear o...
2013 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO grey cashmere runway coat with exaggerated sleeves
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, grey, double-faced, cashmere coat with exaggerated long sleeves designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine exactly as seen on the runway. Underneath the arms, there are openings ...
2015 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO navy & black ribbed sweater tunic with patch pockets
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Navy blue and black tunic with slits and contrasting patch pockets designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine dating to fall of 2015. Similar sweater seen on the runway. French size M. Appr...
Vintage White Celine Coat Dress
By Celine
Located in London, GB
A super vintage white coat dress by Celine. The coat is made of a heavy viscose ( hangs beautifully) and has all the original buttons. It has a cut a...
Céline by Céline Vipiana Wool Navy Blue/White Patterned Two Piece Skirt Suit
By Celine
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Step into timeless Parisian elegance with this Céline vintage 1970s wool skirt suit, a stunning two-piece set featuring a tailored long-sleeve cropped blazer and a high-waisted A-lin...
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 pale grey leather 2013 BLOCK HEEL Ankle Boots Shoes 37
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo round-toe ankle-boots in pale sage green/ light grey smooth calfskin with a black stacked heel. Opens with a zipper on the inside. Have been wor...
CELINE black leather VERNEUIL JODPHUR Booties Boots Shoes 40
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Celine Verneuil Jodphur mid-calf boots are expertly crafted in Italy from smooth calfskin leather. Featuring a pointed toe and straight heel, the design is detai...
$3,705Sale Price|25% Off
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36 Reference: TGAS/D00877 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: AW2010 - Runway Material: Shear...
$216Sale Price|20% Off
CELINE Phoebe Philo nude black asymmetric layered silk sleeve shift dress FR38
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo nude black asymmetric layered silk sleeve shift dress FR38 Reference: CC/YEHO00229 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Color: Black, Nude Pattern: Other Closure:...
CELINE navy blue cotton LOGO OVERSIZED FLEECE Sweater M
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine sweatshirt is crafted in navy blue fleece cotton for a soft, comfortable feel. It features an oversized silhouette with dropped shoulders, a crewneck, long...
Spring 2004 CÉLINE by Michael Kors Low Waist Y2k Skirt with palm leafs print
By Celine, Michael Kors
Located in Sheffield, GB
CÉLINE Spring 2004 by Michael Kors Skirt with palm leaf and hibiscus print. Features concealed zip up back and sits mid rise below the navel. Size; Label 40 / We recommends UK 6 - 8...