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Chanel

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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. 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. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes.

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. 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.

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Designer: Chanel
Chanel New White Graffiti Beach Set
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel brand new oversize graffiti beach set. White with multicolor pattern, lined in white cotton. Terry cloth towel 70" x 48". Sometimes imperfections in the print might be visible.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

CHANEL green Lesage and ivory leather dress FR 40 Spring 2012 12P
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
Chanel dress collection spring 2012 Look 57/86 on the show Sleeveless dress, top in green, gray and white Lesage fabric, with ornamental synthetic pearls in the center of the front,...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL CC Large Double Loop Gold Tone Metal Chain Link Waist Belt
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1993 Collection Metal Gold Tone Total Length 35.5" Width 1" Charm Diameter 2.25" 100% Authenticity Guarantee by NEWFOUND LUXURY
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Late 20th Century Chanel

Chanel Vintage Multicolor Canvas Embellished Printed Map Of Paris Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Multicolor Map Of Paris Shoulder Bag Orange Printed Gold-Tone Hardware Chain-Link Shoulder Straps Canvas Lining & Dual Interior Pockets Turn-Lock Closure at Front Lovely design, shoulder bag depicting maps of Paris Eiffel Tower is decorated with sequins Chanel CC printed logos on canvas Large printed name Chanel around...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel Cc Logo Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Rabbit Muff CC Logo Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black satin lining Chai...
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1990s Italian Chanel

Chanel White Caviar Leather CC Logo Zip Around Wallet Continental 930c13
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 4302959 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 6.5" Width: .6" Height: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Accessories: Serial Sticker Sign...
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20th Century Chanel

Chanel White Quilted Lambskin Belt with Gold CC Logo on Chain 41ck58
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel White Quilted Lambskin Belt with Gold CC Logo on Chain 41ck58 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 34" Width: .1" Height: 1.75" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.5/1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Ivory Caviar Leather Cerf Tote 3cc1108
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 0132200 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14 " Width: 3.5 " Height: 8 " Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Serial Stic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel White Quilted Leather Diamond Clutch on Chain Tassel Bag 1123c30
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 1067565 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7" Width: 1.5" Height: 8" Shoulder Handle Drop: 17" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Seria...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel 01P Medium Cream CC Sports Logo Tank Top Sleeveless Tee Shirt 121ca37
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel 01P Medium Cream CC Sports Logo Tank Top Sleeveless Tee Shirt 121ca37 Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: .2" Height: 21.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Size...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel White x Black Woven Mesh CC Cap Toe Espadrilles 18ck34s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel White x Black Woven Mesh CC Cap Toe Espadrilles 18ck34s Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 10.5" Width: 3.2" Height: 2.5" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.25/10 or C+ ) Acce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Vintage 1992 Beige Cream Triple CC Duma Caviar Beige Backpack Rucksack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 90’s Beige Cream Triple CC Duma Caviar Beige Backpack Rucksack Year: 1992 Gold hardware Ivory cream beige caviar leather Signature interlocking CC logo Removable in...
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1990s Italian Chanel

Vintage Chanel Logo Embroidered T-Shirt White
By Chanel
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Super rare vintage Chanel with iconic CC logos in white. Tag has been lost, fits like S.
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20th Century Chanel

Chanel White Cc Mini Phone Case Tote Holder Pouch 23c613
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
2.5 x 5.5 x 1.5 inches Good Condition (7/10 or B) Some marks and rubbing
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20th Century Chanel

CHANEL pink silk 2017 PARIS CUBA Blazer Jacket 46 XXL 17C
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Chanel 'Paris-Cuba' peak-collar blazer in baby pink silk duping (100%). With two flap pockets on the front, back slit, signature chain around the inside of the hemline, and...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Vintage 1997 Chanel Off White Gathered Bomber Jacket
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel white gathered bomber jacket from 1997 spring collection. - Ribbed details. - Gold hardware “Chanel” front zip fastening. - White and Gold “CC” button. - Two front f...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Timeless Tweed Iconic Camelia Flower Bicolor Black & White Leather Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel clutch designed with patent leather, lambskin and tweed opens to a three-fold clutch 2000 {VINTAGE 22 Years} Gold hardware Interior center zippered pocket 4 card slots Interi...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel White Leather Quilted CC logo XL Maxi Classic Top Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel White Leather Quilted CC logo XL Maxi Classic Top Flap Shoulder Bag in excellent condition. White calfskin leather exterior with signature CC logo along top flap, quilted diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL 'Maxi Jumbo' Double Flap Bag in Aged Ivory Leather
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel 'Maxi jumbo' double flap bag in aged ivory leather. In very good shape. Antique silver metal hardware. Clasp 2.55. The interior is lined with ivory leather. Included : Holog...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel New 2014 White Portfolio Clutch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel spring 2014 runway flat quilted portfolio clutch. White leather with black detail and interiors. Silver hardware with plastic on it. Collection 19. Comes with hologram and ori...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL Off White Cream Shearling Fur Small Evening Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Condition Shearling Gold Tone Hardware Measures 6" W x 4.5" H x 2" D Strap Drop 22" Includes Dust Bag, Box 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Navy 'CC Cruise' Print Scarf
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Crafted in Italy from the purest pale-blue silk, this vintage scarf by Chanel features a central graphic optic white 'Cruise' print motif, which is adorned with the signature interlo...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel White Leather Chain Belt 1980s
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Exuding femininity, this gold-plated white leather signature chain belt is finished with the classic Chanel logo medallion. Define your waist in a chic manner with this pre-owned Cha...
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20th Century British Chanel

Chanel White and Pink Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel white and pink tweed jacket from 1997 pre-collection. - Featuring four front pockets, front, and cuff with pink gold-toned "CC" bu...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Chanel fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, blue, pink and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Hermès, Christian Dior, and Takashi Murakami appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Chanel fashion from top boutiques around the world. Chanel fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $118 and tops out at $300,000, while the average work can sell for $3,194.
Questions About Chanel
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    You can find a variety of second-hand Chanel bags online at boutiques and auction houses. You may also be able to find Chanel bags in consignment and vintage boutiques. It helps to know how to authenticate a Chanel bag to ensure you’re getting a legitimate Chanel handbag. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    An authentic Chanel VIP gift bag or gift item may be given to a few loyal VIP customers who regularly visit the store and spend a significant amount of money on their products. It is not something that the general population can purchase. These gift items are all made with the same attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that you expect from anything with the Chanel brand. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
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    How to clean white Chanel bags as they are susceptible to light and can turn yellow if exposed for too long by polishing the leather gently with a natural-coloured soft woollen cloth or pat with a fine woollen cloth when wet. Shop a range of authentic Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a Chanel lambskin bag, Chanel recommends using a soft cloth and avoiding any care products that may alter the finish of your handbag. To reduce the appearance of marks on the surface of lambskin leather, gently rub it in a circular motion. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Chanel fashions and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To read a Chanel clothing label, look beneath the Chanel logo tag. There you will see another label with the style number, size and year it was created. If the style number starts with an A, it was from an Autumn collection. P stands for Printemps, which is spring, and C means that item is part of the cruise line. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Fake Chanel bags aren’t easy to spot — especially if you’re shopping online. Forgeries are getting increasingly difficult to identify, but there are a few clues that might indicate a Chanel bag is a counterfeit. Bags made in the mid-1980s and later have a serial number at the bottom of the bag, and this number should match the one on the Chanel authenticity card. The Cs in the clasp should have flat, not rounded, edges, and the right-hand C will always overlap the one on the left at the top, with the overlapping reversed at the bottom. The screw on the clasp will have a flat or star head — never a Phillips head. The zipper should have the Lampo logo on the back of the slider, and the bag should come in a duster bag with the Chanel logo printed in white in the center. The diamond-pattern quilting on the bag should be flawless and perfectly aligned, even where there’s a pocket. The lining should lie tight and flat against the interior — never creased or lumpy. The inside of the bag should have the Chanel logo followed by “Made in Italy” or “Made in France.” To ensure you’re purchasing an authentic Chanel bag, buy from a reputable seller that carefully vets their offerings. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you style your Chanel jacket is a matter of preference. Some people like to wear casual clothing, so the Chanel jacket stands out. Others prefer an entire Chanel ensemble with a jacket for an all-over look. Accessorizing your Chanel jacket with a scarf is also a very popular option. Find Chanel jackets on 1stDibs along with a variety of Chanel clothing to create eye-catching ensembles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tuck the chain inside your Chanel bag through its holes and store it in a dust-free environment and avoid touching or bumping into any other items while they're hanging out of sight. Shop a range of vintage and modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
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    Chanel doesn’t have a specific men’s shoe division but they do have a sneakers line that can be worn by any gender. These sneakers come in a variety of colors with different fabrics and all feature Chanel’s outstanding quality. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel shoes and other accessories from some top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s sunglasses as they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel sunglasses and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel sunglasses and other accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    The current designer of Chanel is Virginie Viard, who started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s self-proclaimed “right arm and my left arm.” Aside from a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.

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