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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CHANEL light grey suede 22P DAD SLIDE Sandals Shoes 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Dad sandals are crafted in light grey quilted suede, bringing a chic twist to the maison’s most iconic casual silhouette. They feature rounded open toes wi...
Chanel 19 Slate Blue Infinity Top Handle Crossbody Flap Bag 68173
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68173 We love this Chanel 19 Slate Blue Infinity Top Handle Crossbody Flap Bag for two-way convertible practicality and the elegant slate blue color. For 20 years, Bout...
2005-2006 Chanel caviar leather shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2005–2006 Chanel Caviar leather shoulder bag A timeless Chanel shoulder bag crafted from durable quilted caviar leather. Featuring long shoulder straps, silver-tone hardware, and a ...
Chanel New Midnight Swim Baluchon Clutch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Calfskin Quilted Baluchon features semi-distressed diamond stitched luxurious calfskin leather. This shoulder bag has a gold chain threaded with leather tied like a parce...
Chanel Fall 2000 Women's Ski Sunglasses in Smoky Grey with CHANEL Logo
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
RARE CHANEL SKI SUNGLASSES - FALL RUNWAY 2000 Very rare grey Chanel ski sunglasses from the Fall runway 2000 collection. Featuring an oversized futuristic shield silhouette in smoky ...
Chanel oversized frame sunglasses, black, Silver tone logo
By Chanel
Located in NEWARK, GB
Gorgeous pair of Chanel black oversized frame sunglasses in the original case. We say you can never have too many sunglasses and this pair are sure to become your go to grab when h...
Iconic Chanel Mini Trendy CC Clutch on Chain Red Lambskin Gold HW Full Set
By Chanel
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Chanel Mini Trendy CC Clutch with Chain – A Pinnacle of Modern Sophistication Experience contemporary elegance with the highly coveted Mini Trendy CC Clutch from Maison Chanel. Ce...
CHANEL navy blue wool 21B CROPPED TWEED Jacket 34 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jacket in navy and midnight blue wool tweed. This luxury Chanel jacket features a straight-cut, cropped silhouette with a clean collarless round neckline and st...
Chanel byzantine belt by Karl Lagerfeld 1985
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 1985 ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Golden metal byzantine-style articulated belt with colorful glass-paste cabochons. Made in Fr...
CHANEL black cotton 22S FLORENCE BEADED LOGO TWEED BOMBER Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel bomber jacket in black mesh ribbon tweed cotton (37%), polyamide (23%), wool (22%), and polyester (18%). Woven in a textural mesh ribbon tweed, this Chanel bomb...
CHANEL 2016 cream cotton CC logo striped fitted shirt FR34 XS
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2016 cream cotton CC logo striped fitted shirt FR34 XS Reference: YIKK/A00245 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 2016 Material: Cotton Color: Cream, Silver Pat...
Chanel Matte Silver Convertible Chain Belt with Removable CC Charm – 51”, 21st C
By Chanel
Located in Tucson, AZ
Wearable as a belt, lariat necklace or charm necklace, this belt is both versatile and a departure from Chanel’s heavier and louder accessories. Matte silvertone chain belt with C...
Chanel Pre-Fall 2016 Rome Brown Gold Fantasy Tweed 16A Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is the highly sought-after multicolor brown jacket from Chanel’s Métiers d’Art 2016 “Paris in Rome” collection. The Métiers d’Art line is known for showcasing the best craftsman...
Grey, ivory and blue skirt-suit in tweed Chanel Haute-Couture Circa 1970's
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey, ivory and blue skirt-suit in tweed. Fabric composition: wool. Silk lining ( original inside the jacket and more recent inside the skirt) Metal and tweed button. Half-belt. Vert...
CHANEL black wool 22A FLORENCE TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jacket in black wool (100%). Tailored from fine wool, this Chanel jacket embodies the house's signature precise craftsmanship with a clean, directional edge. Cu...
CHANEL cream, pink & grey 2004 TWEED SMALL FLAP Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2004 small flap bag in cream, grey and dusty pink tweed with large dark silver CC logo and interlocking clasp featuring classic chain and beige leather shoulder...
S/S 2000 Chanel Floral Print 'CC' Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Be like Carrie Bradshaw! - Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Floral 'CC' Dress - Spring 2000 Collection, print seen on the runway - Blue nylon sleeveless fitted dress - Vibrant multicolor f...
CHANEL burgundy cashmere 23P CHUNKY KNIT Coat Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel knit coat in a rich burgundy palette accented with brown, red, and soft light blue, crafted from a luxurious blend of cashmere (50%), wool (37%), polyester (11%...
Chanel Vintage Cruise 1992 White Tweed Gold Camellia Flower Buttons Jacket Suit
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An iconic Chanel skirt suit from the Cruise 1992 collection, a timeless example of Karl Lagerfeld’s early 1990s vision for the house. This elegant ensemble is crafted in fantasy whit...
New Chanel Pink Cashmere Icons XL Shawl 74"
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel pink cashmere gripoix XL shawl, icons, 74"x52"
CHANEL black silk & cotton 22C DUBAI CROCHET CROPPED Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cardigan is crafted in black and white colorblock crochet knit silk (54%) and cotton (46%). Featuring a boxy, cropped silhouette, it is designed with a cre...
Pink Tweed single breasted jacket CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink Tweed single breasted jacket. Main fabric composition: 40% acrylic, 40% wool, 17% polyester, 3% nylon. Silk printed lining ( check pattern) Velvet ribbon piping. Button and but...
Chanel Business Affinity Backpack Beige Caviar Leather
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Superb and super rare Chanel Business Affinity backpack with authenticity card and dustbag. Used once. Made from classic beige caviar...
Chanel CC Diamond Quilted Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel CC Diamond Quilted Tote Bag features Caviar leather, diamond quilting, signature CC logo, slip pocket to the front, leather intwined chain link shoulder straps, one intern...
Chanel 9" Black Classic Double Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black classic double-flap lambskin 2.55 bag. Can be worn two ways: Shoulder drop, 17.5"L or 9.5"L. Comes with hologram and dust bag. Minor scuffs on leather and hardware. Stor...
Chanel Trendy Maxi Bowling Bag Black Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: The condition is very good, with slight placement marks, slight scratches on the hardware, slight usa...
Chanel Vintage Diana Medium Black Lambskin 24K Gold Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Chanel’s vintage Diana flap, is a timeless and sought-after handbag that exudes elegance and sophistication. This iconic design, introduced by Karl Lagerfeld and produced between 198...
1990s Chanel Collection 18 Black Chiffon Gown with Gold Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel Grecian inspired gown from the 1990s, collection 18. Pleated black silk chiffon with black cut velvet 1.5" thick straps. V neckline with an empire w...
Chanel Resort 2012 Women's Barrel Leg Cotton Silk Jeans Size FR36/UK8
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Super comfy, slouchy luxe Chanel barrel leg jeans pants from the Resort 2012 collection. Worn once and then carefully stored. Made from soft mid blue cot...
CHANEL black suede POINTE TOE Pumps Shoes 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pointed-toe pumps in black suede leather embellished with silver-tone CC logo on the heel. Have been worn and show some wear on the heel and the tip. Overall in...
Chanel Limited Edition 2019 Black Lacquered Skateboard with CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
The Limited Edition 2019 Skateboard is a one-of-a-kind piece that adds sophistication and precision to any collection or home decor. It is crafted with black lacquered wood, durable ...
Chanel 1995 Barbie Beige 24K Gold Chain Around Patent Lambskin Jumbo XL 95P Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An iconic and highly sought-after piece from Chanel’s Spring-Summer 1995 (95P) Act II collection, this Jumbo XL Chain Around Single Flap bag is a true collector’s treasure. Designed ...
Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exceptional Chanel Fall/Winter 1996 gold jacket is a rare masterpiece inspired by Coco Chanel’s fascination with Orientalism in the 1930s. Featuring a structured Mandarin collar...
Chanel métiers d’art Paris Edinburgh 2013 leather lace up boots size 38.5
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel métiers d’art Paris Edinburgh Pre Fall 2013 collection by Karl Lagerfeld calfskin leather lace up boots. Scottish pattern inside and natural leather. Never worn the scratches ...
CHANEL purple pink blue wool 17K COLLARLESS TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jacket in purple and pink tweed woven from wool (29%), polyester (27%), cotton (26%), polyamide (9%), viscose (5%), and silk (4%), the richly dimensional bouclé...
CHANEL black leather silver CC logo velvet toe cap round toe block pumps EU39.5
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL black leather silver CC logo velvet toe cap round toe block pumps EU39.5 Reference: TGAS/F00558 Brand: Chanel Material: Leather, Fabric Color: Black, Silver Pattern: Solid Clo...
Chanel New White Terry Cloth Beach Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Paris Greece 2017 Resort collection terry cloth beach bag. White and gold. 2 interior small pockets. Handle drop 7.5”
CHANEL 2021 black leather patent cap toe gold camellia block heel pumps EU39C
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2021 black leather patent cap toe gold camellia block heel pumps EU39C Reference: VNWG/A00061 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 2021 Material: Leather Color: ...
Chanel S/S1995 Barbie Pink 24K Gold Chain Around Patent Lambskin Jumbo XL Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An iconic and highly sought-after piece from Chanel’s Spring-Summer 1995 (95P) Act II collection, this Jumbo XL Chain Around Single Flap bag is a true collector’s treasure. Designed ...
Chanel BNIB Celeste Caviar Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel brand new in box medium celeste caviar double flap with champagne gold hardware. Sold out worldwide. Shoulder drop 9.5” / 17.5”. Collection 3...
Chanel Haute Couture "Coromandel Embroidery" coat by Karl Lagerfeld, Winter 1996
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - "Coromandel Embroidery" Collection, Haute Couture Autumn-Winter 1996, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Runway model with workshop ribbon, No. 52, Mr. Paquito'...
Chanel Black Leather Quilted Ankle Boots
By Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
Chanel ankle boots in black leather with Chanel's iconic quilting pattern and metal turnlock-style Chanel nameplate. The turnlock is decorative, not f...
Chanel Bottines Daim Noir EU38.5 Quilted Black Suede CC Ankle Boots UK5.5 US8
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Black suede Chanel boots featuring a quilted leather pattern on the upper shaft and a smooth leather round toe; leather-covered hexagonal heel bearing the Chanel logo; leather lining...
CHANEL silver 20B SEQUIN TWEED Ballet Flats Shoes 39 fit 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel ballet flats in shimmering black and silver tweed richly embellished with luminous silver sequins and finished with a contrasting black grosgrain cap toe featur...
Chanel Vintage S/S 1988 White Black Lace Camellia Bow Dress Gown
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This stunning vintage Chanel gown from the Spring/Summer 1988 collection is a timeless masterpiece that exudes elegance and sophistication. The d...
Chanel Brown Leather Mid Heel Boots EU 40 Classic Design 5cm Heel
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
CHANEL Brown Leather Mid Heel Boots Size EU 40 / US 10 5cm Classic Description CHANEL Brown Leather Boots – EU 40 Elegant CHANEL leather boots in rich brown, featuring a classic silh...
S/S 1993 Chanel Red Tweed Cropped Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Concord, NC
Vibrant red cropped jacket from Chanel’s Spring Summer 1993 collection. This classic Chanel boucle tweed jacket features a cropped silhouette, signatu...
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Double Flap Bag SKU: 155278 MSRP: 11700.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashion landsca...
Chanel 2006 Ceinture Sautoir T80 ou M Enamel Crystal CC Chain Necklace Belt US29
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel sautoir belt from the SS2006 collection (apparently) consisting of a long gold-plated metal curb chain adorned with a hook, topped with a diamond-shaped horn cabochon surround...
Chanel Python Easy Carry Medium Classic Flap Bag Top Handle Beige - Preowned
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel Python Easy Carry Medium Classic Flap Bag Top Handle Beige - Preowned A rare opportunity for collectors — the Chanel Easy Carry Medium Classic Flap in exotic beige python. Th...
CHANEL No.5 Perfume Pave Crystal Babushka Doll phone charm plug Set of 3
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL No.5 Perfume Pave Crystal Babushka Doll phone charm plug Set of 3 Reference: TGAS/F00009 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Acrylic, Metal Color: Black, Yellow P...
CHANEL white cotton blend 2012 12P RIB-KNIT TRUMPET Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel rib-knit dress in off-white cotton (81%) and nylon (19%). Features an elegant trumpet silhouette with a flattering above-the-knee length that moves beautifully ...
Chanel 97P Spring 1997 Most Wanted Runway Logo Runway Alpha Coco Print Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 97P Spring 1997 Most Wanted Runway Logo Runway Alpha Coco Print Dress Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: 1997 spring / summer Country of production: France Chanel style: 97...
CHANEL raspberry pink wool 2018 CROPPE RAGLAN Jacket 36 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2018 cropped wool jacket in raspberry pink wool (67%) and cotton (33%). Comes with raglan sleeves (measurements taken from the neck) and two faux flap pockets o...
Chanel Black Satin Classic Pump w/ CC logo - 40.5
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Satin Classic Pump w/ CC logo - 40.5 These beautiful pumps are in excellent condition. They have barely and wear to them.There is some discoloring on the soul of the sh...
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6146 Brand: Chanel Model: Small Classic Double Flap Bag Type: Shoulder Serial Number...
Chanel Double Oversize Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel oversize chain double belt/necklace with Coco's head charm dangle. Excellent condition. Comes with velvet pouch.
An Early Mademoiselle Chanel Couture skirt suit in Mohair plaid Circa 1955-1960
By Chanel
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1955-1960 - France A rare and very early Gabrielle Chanel Haute Couture skirt suit from the late 1950s. This astonishing ensemble incorporates all the codes of ‘Mademoiselle’,...
2000s New Travel Line Black Nylon Tote Bag by Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage Chanel New Travel Line tote bag is a sophisticated blend of practicality and understated luxury, perfect for the modern collector who values lightweight durability. Craf...
CHANEL 2024 black soft lambskin leather stitched CC cap toe mary jane flats EU39
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2024 black soft lambskin leather stitched CC cap toe mary jane flats EU39 Reference: VNWG/A00038 Brand: Chanel Collection: 2024 Material: Leather Color: Black, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Ankle Strap Lining: Black Leather Extra Details: These Chanel Mary Jane flats...