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 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 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...
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...
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...
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 blue white cotton 2021 FRILL COLLAR STRIPED POPLIN Shirt 40 M
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine boyfriend shirt in navy blue and cream three-stripe poplin cotton (100%), showcasing the house’s refined take on relaxed tailoring. Cut in an easy, slightly dro...
CELINE aqua & bottle green wool 2015 BELL SLEEVE RIB-KNIT Sweater S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo sweater in aqua rib-knit wool (77%) and polyamide (23%). Features long sleeves with bell cuffs in ...
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...
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...
Celine 2020 Top FR40 White Linen ruffled blouse top UK12 US10 Céline
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in PARIS, FR
Celine top from the SS2020 collection by Hedi Slimane in white linen, wide boat neck with ruffle trimmed with English lace, flared cut, long sleeves with wide ruffle, tightened by an...
Celine Floral Print Navy Blue Cotton Logo Polo
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Celine cotton short sleeved polo of deep navy blue cotton lisle overall printed with floral bouquets and flower vases, in yellow, red, blues and greens. Logo signed Celine inside the...
Céline Top FR38 Michael Kors Dark Green Acetate Satin Blouse UK10 US8 Celine
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in PARIS, FR
Céline top by Michael Kors in dark green acetate satin, wide boat neck, straight cut at the front and fitted at the waist with 2 pleats at the back, long straight sleeves. Size 38FR ...
CELINE New striped blouse
By Celine
Located in CACHAN, FR
CELINE Blouse striped blouse. New with label. Never worn. Size 42. Purchased for private sale. Missing collar label.
Celine Silk Paisley Print Top By Phoebe Philo
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Celine Silk Paisley Print Top By Phoebe Philo Pink sleeveless blouse fully crafted from silk and designed by Phoebe Philo. Featuring a bold, large-scale paisley print in shades of ...
CELINE black cashmere 2024 CHAIN DETAILED Cardigan Sweater XS
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine cardigan in black Heritage cashmere (100%). Designed with a relaxed, boxy silhouette and cropped length, it features dropped shoulders, a flattering V-neck, and...
CELINE medium grey wool 2022 LOGO HOODED RIB-KNIT Sweater L
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine hooded sweater in medium-grey chunky rib-knit wool (100%) with a bold cream felt CELINE logo across the chest. Designed in the house’s signature relaxed silhoue...
CELINE beige silk FLORAL SHEER SHORT SLEEVE Blouse Shirt 38 S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine shirt in sheer beige silk (100%) is a delicate blend of romantic detail and modern silhouette. Adorned with a floral print in yellow, dusty rose, and olive...
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...
CELINE blue & white cotton 2019 LAVALLIERE STRIPED POPLIN Shirt 38 S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine by Hedi Sliman poplin shirt in navy blue and white striped cotton (100%). Features a classic fit with lavalliere collar. Brand new with tag. 2019 Fall/Winter ...
Celine Green Cotton Isle Logo Polo
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Celine cotton short sleeved polo. Of bright green cotton lisle overall printed with floral bouquets and flower vases, in yellow, red, blues and greens. Logo signed Celine inside the ...
CELINE burgundy cashmere 2018 TECHNO LUX CREWNECK Sweater L
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo sweater is crafted from a luxurious blend of burgundy technical lux cashmere (88%) and polyes...
CELINE Cream/ Ivory Knit Top, Size Large
By Celine
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The top features cream color, crew neck line, sleeveless design with slit details on the sides, designed by Celine. Made in Italy.
Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s
By Emmanuelle Kahn
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with large mother of pearl buttons and a large notched portrait collar. The long, full raglan sleeves have french cuffs with matching mother of pearl cuff links...
FABULOUS Thierry Mugler Couture SS 2001 Les Solaris Blouse Top Sheer Net Leather
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning Thierry Mugler Couture creation, SS2001 Les Solarisées Collection. Extremely rare and fabulous vintage Couture piece, documented seen on the Runway. Dripping in celestial se...
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Brown Stretch Panel Zip-Up Collared Blouse
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful brown Gucci zip-up collared blouse, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this top is made complete with a conce...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
S/S 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Enamel Heart Safety-Pin Cami-Overlay Blouse
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black semi-sheer Dolce and Gabbana long sleeve top. From the Spring/Summer 1998 "Stromboli" collection, this fabulous top features intentional...
Vintage 1930's Blouse Red Velvet & Black Silk Top UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This wonderful 1930's crimson red velvet and black crepe blossom is just the perfect piece to add to your vintage collection. The V shaped neckline is framed by crimson red velvet, ...
Prada Cruise 2012 Heart Print Ruffled Silk Blouse
By Prada
Located in PARIS, FR
Long sleeve blouse crafted from lightweight silk with a softly textured finish, featuring an all-over heart motif printed throughout. The design is defined by a pointed collar, centr...
$276
Size: UK 10-12 US 6-8
Vintage 1950's Pinstriped Shirt Cotton Lilac Striped Blouse UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Nashville, TN
This classic 1950's lilac and white pinstriped cotton blouse, is just the perfect piece to add to your every day wardrobe. The V shaped cross-over neckline, is framed by a pointed ...
Alexander McQueen Houndstooth Bow Jumper Wool Dogtooth Sweater Blouse Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful Alexander McQueen soft wool blend jumper with black and white houndstooth patterrn. Elegant, chic and a stunning statement piece. A gorgeous bow on the neck, super soft st...
Vivienne Westwood X Chrissie Hynde ‘One Fun September’ Hebo Top - NEW - Size M
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Vivienne Westwood X Chrissie Hynde ‘One Fun September’ Hebo Top - NEW - Size Medium Label: Vivienne Westwood X Chrissie Hynde Size: M Fabric Content: Forest Positi...
2005 Christian Dior & Galliano Spring / summer 2005 Runway Silk Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
It's time to apply the exposure method that focused on no pants, transparency, etc. lower body to the shoulders. Hidden wing without anything? It's too blatant. The shoulder slit, th...
F/W 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Burgundy Ruched Velvet Blouse
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous ruched deep red velvet Gucci top, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 1999 collection, this fabulous top debuted on the season's runway. Completely cover...
CELINE raspberry cashmere SEAMLESS CREWNECK Sweater L
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine sweater is crafted from raspberry cashmere (100%), offering a soft and refined texture. Designed with a classic fit, it features a crew neckline and delica...
CELINE airforce blue cashmere 2018 OVERSIZED TECHNO LUX Sweater L
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Céline by Phoebe Philo sweater is crafted from a luxurious blend of airforce blue technical lux cashmere (88%) and polyester (12%). It features an oversized, boxy...
CELINE cream & blue silk TRIOMPHE TIE NECK SHORT SLEEVE Blouse Shirt S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine blouse is crafted in cream crepe silk (content tag missing) with a light blue all-over Triomphe print. It features a classic fit, delicate ruffled collar w...
Celine By Phoebe Philo White Silk Camisole With Black Lace 2016
By Celine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a runway Celine by Phoebe Philo white silk camisole with black lace featuring a plunging neckline, black lace trim at hem and neckline, sleev...
CELINE black cotton TRIOMPHE FLEECE HOODIE Sweater XL
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine hoodie in black fleece cotton (100%) combines casual comfort with signature branding. Featuring a relaxed fit, it is accented ...
CELINE white cotton TRIOMPHE EMBROIDERED VOILE Blouse Shirt 38 S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine blouse in white voile cotton showcases timeless elegance with its all-over Triomphe logo embroidery. Designed with a relaxed silhouette, it features cap sl...
CELINE sage green cashmere CREWNECK Sweater S
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine cashmere crewneck sweater in a serene sage green hue exudes effortless luxury and sophistication. Crafted from premium cashm...
CELINE white cotton 2019 FRILLED POPLIN Button-Up Shirt M
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine by Hedi Slimane button-up shirt is crafted from white poplin cotton (100% - please note the content tag is missing). It features a frilled mock-neck with a...
Céline Black Short Sleeve Blouse Size XL
By Celine
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to top is evident on this used Céline designer resale item. Details Black Cotton Blouse Colour block collar and s...
CELINE cream & blue cotton 2022 LOGO STRIPED CROP Sweater XS
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine cropped sweater in cream and navy blue striped cotton (95%), polyamide (7%) and elastane (1%). Features boxy silhouette with dropped shoulder, boat neck and log...
CELINE white & black cotton PARIS 70'S T-SHIRT Shirt M
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Celine Paris 70’s t-shirt in white cotton (100%). Features a Celine Paris print in black. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Meas...
Céline Abstract Print Silk Blouse Size L
By Celine
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to blouse is evident on this used Céline designer resale item. Details Multicolour - Green tone Silk Blouse Abstr...