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. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. 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.
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. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.
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.
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Brown leather dress with short-sleeves CHANEL
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown leather dress with short-sleeves. No lining. Branded button and buttonhole closure in the middle front. Pockets on both side. Cut-work. No lining. SIZE 40 (Fr) L
Vintage 1990s Chanel Red Textured Fabric Mini CC Turnlock Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare vintage Chanel mini textured red bag. Very unique design. Hefty chain that drops pretty long. Slight signs of wear and storage. Slight darkening on the fabric but seamlessly ble...
Chanel Spring 2022 Camellia Print Silk Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Super cute Chanel camellia mini dress from Resort 2022 collection. Unworn. Made from black and white camellia printed silk with fringed panel detailing. It has an apron inspired fron...
CHANEL Timeless WOC Medium Black Lambskin Leather Handbag 1986–1988
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnifique sac à main CHANEL modèle Timeless WOC Mini, confectionné en cuir d’agneau uni noir et rehaussé d’une élégante garniture dorée plaquée or 24 carats. Datant de 1997 à 1999, ...
CHANEL beige clear acetate PANTOS ROUND Eyeglasses 3401
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel round eyeglasses are crafted from transparent beige acetate and feature clear sample lenses. The design is accented with ...
CHANEL Rare Collectible Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL · Rare Collectible Beige Lesage Tweed Jacket with CC Logo Buttons — Fall 2004 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — — A rare relic of the Master’s mid-2000s vision ~ More than a g...
CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Greece Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL · Collectible Shimmer Tweed Dress — Paris / GREECE Cruise 2018 Collection · by Karl Lagerfeld Boutique Value: Over $8,000 ~ A radiant relic from Chanel’s Paris–Greece Cruise...
Chanel Vintage Half Moon Flap Bag Navy Lambskin Leather Mega Gold Hardware 1989-
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Same bag was spotted on Rhianna. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This previously owned and used item is in very good condition with moderate signs of use. Creases on the leather. Rubbing arou...
Vintage Chanel Fall 2005 Grey Check Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 2000s Chanel grey plaid tweed jacket from the Fall 2005 collection designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Geometric plaid/check patterned tweed in multiple shades of grey and tan is sup...
Chanel Timeless Classic Flap Medium Ash Blue Lambskin Leather Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: GOOD CONDITION This preloved authentic Chanel bag is in good condition. Rubbing around the corners and flap. Scratches to the hardware. Scratches inside. Leather creases....
Chanel Haute Couture S/S 1979 Ivory Embellished Bow Evening Gown 2pcs Ensemble
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Exceptional two-piece Chanel Haute Couture ensemble from 1979, composed of a floor-length sleeveless gown and a matching long coat. Crafted in a soft ivory silk, the set features exq...
Chanel Mini Timeless Mini Shoulder Bag In Red Quilted Leather - '90s
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Mini Chanel Timeless Mini Shoulder Bag In Red Quilted Leather with an iconic leather-interwoven gold-tone chain, a symbol of the French fashion house. The compact design makes it id...
Chanel Mini Shearling Flap Bag Brown Lambskin Brushed Gold Hardware Furry Coco
By Chanel
Located in West Chester, PA
CHANEL This Chanel Mini Shearling Flap Bag is of dark brown lambskin leather and beige shearling with brushed gold Hardware, featuring a mixture of signature diamond quilted lambskin...
Chanel 21 autumn and winter pink bright line knitted pullo
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Metallic Bouclé Knit Sweater – Pink Multicolor, Size 40 (M)A rare and stunning metallic knit sweater in a vibrant pink hue with shimmering eyelash yarn in blue, black, and silver. Th...
CHANEL black white wool 19K HOUNDSTOOTH LUREX TWEED Coat Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel lurex tweed coat in black and white houndstooth is crafted from a luxurious blend of wool (75%), polyamide (15%), and viscose (10%). As an iconic piece tha...
Chanel Haute Couture Veste Or FR38 circa 1990 Golden Silk Tweed Jacket UK10 US6
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture jacket circa 1990 in pink and yellow silk tweed, black wool threads, and gold lurex. Blazer style, straight cut, shawl collar fastened at the front with a double...
CHANEL black cashmere CC CABLE KNIT Beanie Hat
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel beanie is crafted in black cable-knit cashmere for a plush and cozy feel. It features a statement CC logo embellished with chain and bead detailing, a play...
CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh Gripoix Buttons Tartan Tweed Coat 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A collectible artifact from one of Chanel’s most storied Métiers d’Art Collections Paris / EDINBURGH, 2013 by Karl Lagerfeld ~ More than a coat, it is an intersection of heritag...
CHANEL Vintage Lion Medallion Triple Chain Gold Necklace Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
100% Authentic CHANEL by Robert Goossens Triple chain necklace/ belt Medallion lion in triumphant position, Chanel logo and CHANEL letter Signed CHANEL 2 CC 3 Made in France Dangling...
Chanel 2024 Pantalon Croisiere FR40 Lime Cashmere Large Resort Pants UK12 US10
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Cruise 2024 collection trousers in pale yellow-green cashmere with a lilac "baguette" detail on the side, very wide leg; elasticated waistband with drawstring, two side slit p...
Silk chiffon kaki cocktail dress wrapped and pleated with belt Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon kaki cocktail dress wrapped and pleated with belt. One gold metal button ( with clover on) in the middle top front and 2 on each cuffs. Snap to close the dress in the m...
CHANEL silver 2020 20B SEQUIN TWEED Slingback Flats Shoes 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel slingback flats in grey, black and golden lurex tweed embellished with silver sequins with a black grosgrain fabric cap toe. Have been worn and are in excellent...
CHANEL white 2001 JUST A DROP OF NO 5 POP ART Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel vintage 2001 'Just a Drop of No 5' sweater in red, white, yellow, black and blue cotton (80%) and acrylic (20%). Features rib...
CHANEL cream cashmere 2012 12C FLORAL BEADED Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel round-neck cream cashmere (100%) cardigan embellished with red, grey, blue and cream floral studs and blue crystals. The design features two buttoned chest pock...
Chanel silk stole
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Silk and cashmere stole with diferent pattern in beige, brown, and blue tones. Accessory from the 2020s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 140 cm x 200 cm SKU:FFC46
Chanel Vintage Gold Mini CrossBody Flap
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel gold lambskin mini quilted Flap Bag and a gold chain link threaded shoulder strap and CC turn lock. Interior has one Zipper pockets and patch pockets. Shoulder drop 21". C...
1996 Chanel Los Angeles Boutique Spring Summer Lookbook
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
1996 Chanel Los Angeles Boutique Spring Summer Lookbook, Los Angeles collection by Karl Lagerfeld, some marks as seen in pics Dimensions: 11.5''x9.5''
Chanel Rare 80's Oversize Charm Belt
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel charm belt is a vinatge piece from the 80's and features a thick curb link chain from which hang six iconic Chanel charms dangle.
Rare 1990s Chanel CC Waist Pouch Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Chanel vintage waist pouch belt. Sought after piece. In very good condition. Minor rubbing anf scuffs on the leather. Comes with the card only. The holo is missing. Pouch size is 15 ...
CHANEL ROBOT Collection Runway Shimmer Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Runway Shimmer Jacket with CC Jewel Cubes — “ROBOT” Collection, Spring 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Advertising Relic this Chanel jacket once lit up Adverts of the Maison’s b...
Chanel, Metallic barbie plexi tote with CC 1995
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, Metallic barbie plexi tote with CC from the 1995 collection with 24k gold hardware. The item has some discoloration all over. Has a serial sticker on the interior. CONDITIO...
Chanel Boots EU39 Navy Denim Wedge Heel
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel wedge heel boots in navy blue denim style canvas, straight upper, compensated heel, almond toe. Size EU39: heel 8.5 cm, insole 25 cm, height ...
Chanel Pink Heart Bag SS22
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This luxurious Pink Heart Bag from the Chanel SS22 collection offers a fun and unique design with beautiful leather craftsmanship. Featuring soft & ...
CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag Reference: JHDN/A00085 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Surpique Wild Stitch Material: Leather C...
Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress pink wild silk
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress shall numbered in pink wild silk and mother of pearl buttons
CHANEL black leather & patent 2018 18S TRENCH Coat Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel trench coat in black leather with patent leather top. Features two patch pockets with additional flap pocket on the front and features an elastic waistband. Clo...
CHANEL black 5326 CHAIN CAT EYE Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel C501/S8 cat-eye sunglasses in black acetate with grey gradient lenses and antique gold-tone chain detailed temples. Have been worn and are in excellent conditio...
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Black Lace Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Sharon, CT
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection Croisière '84. Black floral motif lace Evening Gown with pink satin sash, fully lined.
2007 Runway Documented Chanel Off-White Sequin Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This party-ready mini-dress walked the runway as part of Chanel’s Spring 2007 ready-to-wear collection (look 58/77). Vogue said of this 1960s-inspired collection, “It was up-tempo, l...
CHANEL coral pink leather 2017 17P TRENDY CC SMALL Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Trendy CC Small Top Handle Bag in coral pink lambskin with gold hardware and metal plate engraved with "CHANEL" on the top...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Medallion Chain Link Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Chain measurement approx.: 29 inches Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage piece and...
CHANEL black Aged Calfskin leather GABRIELLE MEDIUM HOBO Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Gabrielle Medium Hobo Bag in black aged calfskin featuring double chain shoulder-strap in gold-tone, silver-tone & ruthenium-finish metal. Opens with a CC zippe...
Chanel 1996 Vintage Caramel Beige Tortoise Classic Flap Bag Lambskin 68030
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68030 Classic Chanel vintage is this quilted caramel beige lambskin single flap with tortoise shell resin hardware. In the perfect classic medium size, with chunky ligh...
Chanel Fuchsia Pink Lambskin Puffy Large Clutch Flap Bag GHW 68505
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68505 We simply adore this Chanel Fuchsia Pink Lambskin Puffy Large Clutch Flap Bag GHW for its effortless, chic look. Super soft, pillowy and puffy in a magenta fuchsi...
Chanel 2025 Pull Torsades et Bijou FR38 Pink Wool Round Neck Sweater UK10 US8
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel 2025 (Cruise or Spring/Summer) sweater in soft, fuzzy pink wool, slightly fitted cut, round neck, raglan sleeves adorned with an intricate cable knit from neck to wrist, ribbe...
Chanel CC Logo Bow Black Suede Cap Toe Ballerina Flats 37.5
By Chanel
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Chanel CC Logo Bow Black Suede Cap Toe Ballerina Flats G02819 Color Black Size 37.5EU .5in heel height Suede upper Interlocking CC embroidered detail Cap toe design with patent l...
1990's Vintage Chanel Black Caviar Supermodel Weekender Travel Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1990s Chanel weekender bag in black caviar with gold tone hardware. Shoulder drop, 15"L. Hologram ( partially scratched) and original dust cover. Collection 3. Minor scuffs due to us...
CHANEL navy blue leather 2016 16P CORK PLATFORM CLOGS Pumps Shoes 41 fit 40
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2016 cork platform clogs in smooth navy blue leather with classic black cap-toe. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. 2016 Pre-Spring Measurements ...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld S/S 2003 Blue White Floral Logo Bodycon Mini Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Dress from the iconic Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Spring-Summer 2003 Collection Halter top/strapless dress with adjustable string. It's incredible that after 20 years, this dress remain...
CHANEL ivory patent leather CUT OUT Pumps Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cut-out pumps in off-white patent leather and clear vinyl. Open with a zipper on the heel. Have been worn once inside and are in virtually new condition. Meas...
Chanel 26P Black Grained Shiny Calfskin Small Bowling Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel 26P Black Grained Shiny Calfskin Small Bowling Bag SKU: Z152068 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Pristine Condition Comments: Item has no indication of ...
CHANEL blue & black denim & grosgrain 17S Mules Shoes 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel mules from the 2017 collection are crafted in blue denim and finished with a classic black grosgrain cap toe. Featuring subtle black CC stitching on the t...
Leather shoes with hologramme pattern open on the back CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leather shoes with hologramme pattern open on the back. Elastic band on the top middle back. Heel's height : 8 1/2 cm SHOE SIZE : 39
CHANEL CC Vanity Case Black Caviar Leather 1997–1999
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnifique Vanity Case CHANEL CC, réalisé en cuir caviar noir et rehaussé d’une délicate garniture dorée. Ce modèle emblématique de la fin des années 1990 incarne l’élégance intempor...
Chanel Black Quilted Calfskin Interwoven Chain Top Handle Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Calfskin Interwoven Chain Top Handle Boy Bag SKU: 150689 MSRP: 7000.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: An instant classic, the Bo...
CHANEL blue & white cotton 2018 HAMBURG STRIPED SAILOR Hat S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2018 Métiers d'Art Hamburg Collection striped sailor hat in navy and gray wool (70%) and black PVC cap (30%). Lined in black quilted cotton (50%), polyamide (27...
Chanel Black Egyptian Silk Shawl New
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Egyptian collection black silk shawl. The piece has a red, blue and gold design with a female pharaoh. It is in new condition.
CHANEL black silk shiny leather 2023 23S Loafers Shoes 41.5 fit 41
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel loafers in black shiny calfskin featuring metal logo lettering on the heel. Brand new. Come with dust bag. 2023 Spring/Summer Measurements Model 23S G39190 X...
CHANEL black quilted leather 16K GIRL CHANEL SMALL Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Girl Chanel clutch is crafted in black quilted lambskin leather and designed to echo the silhouette of the maison’s iconic tweed jacket. Detailed with gold...
CHANEL 2005 Mademoiselle Ligne black lambskin kisslock clutch bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2005 Mademoiselle Ligne black vertical quilting lambskin kisslock clutch bag Reference: JHDN/A00119 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Mademoiselle Ligne Collectio...