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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. 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.

Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

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Designer: Chanel
Chanel Vintage S/S 1987 White Black Sequin Embellished Bow Bustier Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exquisite vintage Chanel mini dress from the Spring/Summer 1987 collection is a masterpiece of timeless elegance. The strapless design f...
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1980s French Chanel

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel black tweed jacket with metallic threads ~ from Runway of Paris / Shanghai Collection, metiers d'Art - CC logo silver tone 'antique coin' buttons - black silk lining, chai...
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2010s Chanel

2004 Chanel 04P Lace Skirt
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 04P lace skirt Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Chanel 2004 spring / summer Country of production: France size 34 the condition is excellent, but there are two nuances...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL white & black cashmere 08P SEQUIN Cardigan Sweater M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cardigan in white cashmere (please note the content and size tag are missing) is fully adorned with white sequins, creating a striking contrast with black ...
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Early 2000s Chanel

CHANEL grey & cream nylon 13A EDINBURG TWEED PRINT Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Jumbo Flap Bag in black and white tweed-printed nylon offers a modern take on a timeless classic. Featuring a silver-tone chain strap interwoven with black...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Vintage 1994 Black Gold Chain Strap Corset Swimsuit Bodysuit
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This vintage Chanel corset swimsuit from 1994 is a rare and elegant piece. Designed in classic black, it features a structured fit that flatters the body...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Teal Quilted Aged Lambskin Mini Rectangular Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Teal Quilted Aged Lambskin Mini Rectangular Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5459 Brand: Chanel Model: Mini Rectangular Flap Bag Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Serial Number:...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Black Calfskin Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Black Calfskin Shopper is a classic, this chic silhouette features black calfskin and quilted in signature Chanel diamond pattern with smooth leather frame. Magnetic snap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

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...
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2010s Unknown Chanel

Chanel Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Red Tartan Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ A highly coveted and sought after Chanel jacket! Iconic Tartan cashmere jacket from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH 2013 Collection ~ As seen on Miranda Kerr and other celebs, on maga...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black 2018 HAMBURG SEQUIN Cocktail Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2018 Hamburg sequin embellished short sleeve dress in black polyester (99%) and polyamide (1%). Features padded shoulders and...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 19C Pink Tweed Boucle Medium Classic Double Flap Bag GHW 68176
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68176 This Chanel 19C Pink Tweed Boucle Medium Classic Double Flap Bag GHW is from Karl Lagerfeld's monumental nautical-themed 2019 Resort collection. Intricate bright-...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Timeless Caviar Hobo Bag in Neutral Pearl Leather with Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Kingston, NY
A refined staple from Chanel’s Karl Lagerfeld era, this vintage Timeless Hobo is crafted in durable caviar leather in a chic neutral hue. The signature diamond quilting is elegantly ...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Vintage S/S1997 Green Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress Gown Jacket 97P Set
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This luxurious ensemble is crafted from lush lime-green velvet and adorned with shimmering clear sequins that catch the light like fragments of broken glass. The maxi dress features ...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Ombre Plexiglass Clutch on Chain
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 2014 Chanel Ombre Plexiglass Clutch on Chain is crafted with beautiful lucite. This timeless blue toned Chanel chain clutch combines luxury with practicality, ensuring you make ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

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...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Pink Chevron Quilted Washed Caviar Leather Rectangular Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Light Pink Chevron Quilted Washed Caviar Leather Rectangular Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1224 Brand: Chanel Model: Rectangular Mini Flap Bag Type: Shoulder, Cr...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL lilac lizard 2013 13C PEARL CC SLIDE Sandals Shoes 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel slide sandals in lilac lizard. Features pearl embellished CC logo and grey suede footbeds. Have been worn and are in excelle...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Fall 1991 Collection 28 Size 42 Lime Green Belted Vintage 90s Skirt Suit
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and iconic Chanel Fall / Winter 1991 lime green belted skirt suit ! Deigned by Karl Lagerfeld. Signature soft tweed wool with silk lining. Lining features the CC logo throughout...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel CC Perforated Leather Black Tote
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel leather perforated large CC Tote in black. The tote is a classic, distinctively structured bag that is crafted of stylish black diamond pattern perforated leather. The ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Spring 1996 Chanel Floral Sequin Strap Dress
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Floral sequin trim ran throughout Karl Lagerfeld's iconic Spring 1996 Chanel runway show, and this lovely little vintage dress is the perfect embodiment of that. Would be ideal for a...
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1990s Chanel

CHANEL nude leather 17C CUBA CAMELLIA Espadrilles Flats Shoes 42 fit 41
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2017 Cuba espadrilles in nude nubuck leather embellished with tonal Camellia blossoms. Lined in ecru leather. Brand new without dust bags or box. Measurements ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Exquisite Tweed Jacket with Lace Accents 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectible super cute Chanel black & ecru tweed jacket with ruffle lace accents ~ from Runway of 'Country' Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris-Salzburg Edelweiss Clutch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Paris-Salzburg Edelweiss Clutch Quilted Tweed, crafted in multi colored quilted tweed, features a fold over flap, tiny CC logo on the front and aged silver-tone hardware....
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Classic Single Flap Maxi Quilted Caviar
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Maxi Chanel Single Flap Bag from Caviar quilted leather features silver hardware, a CC turn-lock, and a leather entwined strap. The bag opens up to a burgundy interior. Original...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel SS2009 Veste FR40 Black White Linen Silk Jacket US10
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Spring/Summer 2009 collection jacket in black linen, silk and wool mat, straight cut, 2 pockets under the chest, collar and cuffs contrasting in shimmering ecru terry cloth (p...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel Platinum Chain Me Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Chain Me Flap Bag in quilted matte gray metallic calfskin leather and matte gunmetal hardware details. Features a woven chain and the CC logo. Bag closes with magnetic button ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Paris / London CC Buttons Cashmere Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel cashmere cardigan / jacket with CC logo Crown buttons ~ from Runway of Paris / LONDON Collection ~ metiers d'Art by Maestro Lagerfeld - composition 100% cashmere Siz...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Break Shopping Tote Caviar/Tweed
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Coco Break Shopping Bag features blue caviar leather and a detachable tweed clutch and a leather intertwined ruthenium hardware strap. Includes dust cover. Hologram first...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Rare Vintage Black Caviar Weekender Travel Duffle Shopper Bag
By Chanel
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The ultimate in handbag making luxury craftsmanship. The Iconic House of Chanel always provides us with timeless and classic pieces. The rare bag takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made from the finest materials that you would expect from the Chanel House...
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1990s Italian Chanel

Chanel Paris / Edinburgh Sapphire Tartan Cardigan 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Sapphire Blue Cashmere Tartan Cardigan 2013 Paris / EDINBURGH Metiers d’Art Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ A Highland reverie in sapphire cashmere, this Chanel cardigan evok...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 11K$ Black Tweed Jacket with Sequin Accents 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rarest Chanel black tweed jacket with iridescent mermaid sequin embellishment ~ from Runway of Paris / SHANGHAI Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Boutique parce was over 11,000$ / Size ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Scarf Shawl Silk Watercolor Graphic Bijoux Jewelry Motif CC Logo 34in
By Chanel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned Chanel silk scarf or shawl with a bijoux or jewelry motif, likely made in the late 90s. Made from silk, it features Chanel's iconic jewelry designs with chains, ...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Rare Vintage Light Blue Denim Jean Kitten Heel Sandals 41
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Blue Denim Kitten Heel Mules Slides Blue Leather Trim and Gold Tone Floral Embellishment Size 41 Approximate Measurements Insole 10.5" Wid...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

Chanel Vintage S/S 1998 Silver Crystal Chiclet Straps Black 98p Gown Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Meet this exquisite vintage Chanel dress from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection, famously worn by the stunning Naomi Campbell. Crafted from luxurious black wool crepe, its sil...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Black and White Patent Leather Cage Peep Toe Booties Shoes Size 41 or 11
By Chanel
Located in Tustin, CA
Hard to find size 11 or 41, Chanel Black and White Patent Leather Cage Peep Toe Booties Shoes from the Spring 2015 runway collection of the legendary luxury brand Chanel. These edgy...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel New Caramel Shearling Earmuffs
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Original Chanel CC Shearling Ear Muffs in caramel and black. The earmuffs are made out of shearling and have a CC logo on each side. The piece is brand new.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Paris / Monaco Deep Amethyst Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Bouclé Tweed Jacket with CC Tweed Buttons
 Paris / MONTE-CARLO Metiers d’Art Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~A whisper of Riviera dusk woven into fabric, this Chanel bouclé tw...
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Early 2000s Chanel

CHANEL oatmeal ivory canvas LACE UP Espadrilles Flats Shoes 37
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel espadrille lace-up tennis style sneakers in oatmeal and off-white canvas featuring black silk trimming and pearl-buttons. Have been worn and are in excellent co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL 21P pink cotton tweed CC button double breasted cropped jacket FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 21P pink cotton tweed CC button double breasted cropped jacket FR38 M Reference: TGAS/E00843 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 21P Material: Cotton, Blend Col...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

CHANEL black leather OVER KNEE BLOCK HEEL Boots Shoes 37
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel over-knee boots in black smooth lambskin leather with signature patent toe tip. Open with a zipper to a light beige satin lining. Have been worn and show some s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Black/White Leather Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel authentic Leather Crossbody Bag made from quilted lambskin in bi-color Black and White. Shoulder drop 7.5"/14". Collection 12. Comes with hologram, id card, booklet and origin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel tennis bag 'mini mirror racket' Cruise 2023
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Leather and wood hand mirror shaped as a tennis racket, with its pink cotton and white leather slipcover. Golden metal chain strap interlaced with white lea...
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2010s Chanel

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Med Valentine Single Flap Bag Tri
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel medium classic single-flap bag is a tri-color bag in Pale Pink, Hot Pink and Red quilted lambskin leather with silvertone hardware and features, a front flap with signatu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Paris / London Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black tweed jacket ~ from Runway of Paris / London Collection ~ Metiers d'Art 2008 by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 40 FR / Condition: pristine, kept unworn - CC logo baro...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel White Caviar Jumbo Single Flap
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel jumbo single Flap Bag features white diamond quilted leather. A leather-threaded polished silver chain-link shoulder strap, a rear ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Bottes de pluie Camelia EU39 Grey Camelia Rain Boots UK6 US8.5
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel grey rubber rain boots decorated with 2 matching camellias and CC logo in gold metal on the outside, rounded toe with CC logo, canvas lining and removable leather insoles. Siz...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Leather Pearl Crush Mini Flap Bag in Black
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel Quilted Lambskin Leather Pearl Crush Mini Flap Bag in Black. Additional information: Material: Leather Color: Black Country: Italy Dimension: 8" W x 4.5" H x 2.5" D Condition...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Vintage 1992 Gold Crystal Embellished CC Lambskin Bias Evening Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing the champagne gold evening bag by Chanel, a timeless piece from 1992. This mini flap bag comes with a gold chain link shoulder strap and is meticulously crafted from meta...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Black Leather Shoulder Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel black patent leather shoulder tote bag featuring a perforated logo pattern, shoulder chain handles, silver tone hardware, an inside detachable pocket by a detachable hook. Ci...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel 06 Rare Faux Pearls Gold Metal Multi Chain Necklace or Belt
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Discover the epitome of versatility and elegance with this stunning Chanel Gold Metal Faux Pearl Necklace or Belt, a beautiful piece from the 2006 collection. Crafted with a multi-ch...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL multicolor silk 20S LOGO & ROOFTOP PRINT WIDE LEG Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel pants in silk (100%) are a striking showcase of the house’s artistic flair. Featuring an allover print of the Chanel logo and Paris rooftop silhouettes in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel 2002 Vintage Beige Caviar Jumbo Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68248
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68248 "Built like a tank" is what they call this model of the Chanel 2002 Vintage Beige Caviar Jumbo Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW . Often considered the best of both worlds, ...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel 8K$ New Chiara Ferragni Style Runway Tweed Dress 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel grey tweed dress from Runway of 2014 Spring / Contemporary ART / Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Boutique price 8,760$ ~ AS seen on Cara Delevingne on Catwalk in LOOK # ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 2024 Rectangular Mini Strass Logo Top Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
From the Cruise 2024 Collection. This chic mini crossbody classic is crafted in quilted lambskin leather in light green. The bag features a leather threaded gold chain Chanel logo to...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel 8K$ New Gisele Bundchen Style New Couture Trousers 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rarest Chanel black suede leggings with leather Edelweiss applique : from Ad Campaign of fairy Paris / SALZBURG Collection, 2015 Metiers d'Art Collection Size mark 36 FR / Condition:...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Red Chevron Quilted Stud Crossbod
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Chevron Red Lambskin studded cross body has a removable chain and studded detail on the edges with zip closure on top and six card slots in the interior. This cross body ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel 'CC' Logo Detail Oversized Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 'CC' Logo Detail Oversized Sunglasses Brown sunglasses designed in a rectangular shape with slightly rounded corners. Embellished with wide arms that taper towards the tips ...
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21st Century and Contemporary 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
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Whether Chanel accessories are real gold varies. Belt buckles and hardware on bags and other accessories that have a gold-tone finish are usually not real gold. However, Chanel bags produced prior to 2008 may feature genuine 24-karat gold-plated hardware and chain straps. The French luxury fashion house does use real 18-karat gold to produce its line of fine jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Chanel bags, jewelry and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, you can buy Chanel online. Not every Chanel product, however, is available through the brand's official website.

    While Chanel fragrances can be purchased at the brand's site, Chanel clothing, bags and accessories are not available for purchase directly through the company online. Auction sites and luxury resale platforms sell both vintage and new Chanel bags and other items, but authenticity is always a concern when buying online, so it's important to purchase from a reputable seller that properly vets the origin and authenticity of your items.

    An authentic Chanel bag sold online will never be cheap, but a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean it's the real thing. Find a collection of authentic Chanel evening dresses, tote bags and other pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Bergdorf Goodman carries Chanel handbags, shoes and accessories. These items can only be purchased in Bergdorf Goodman’s two physical locations in New York City. You'll find a large selection of vintage and modern Chanel pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To date your Chanel bag, first check the serial number, which can reveal when the bag was made (a quick search online can be of help). Chanel began including serial numbers at the bottom of its bags in the mid-1980s. Between six and eight digits long, depending on date of release, they indicate the bag style and year of manufacture, and their formatting has changed regularly over the years. If your bag’s serial number has eight digits, it was made between 2005 and now. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel became a trailblazer in the fashion world by offering women styling options that moved away from corsets and lace and more toward a practical approach to fashion. Her original styles included wide-leg pants and sailor shirts which enhanced the freedom of the body, an important aspect in her vision of fluid and androgenous clothing. Shop a collection of vintage and new Chanel clothing from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To tell if a Chanel wallet is real, first open it up and examine the pockets. On an authentic wallet, the pockets will typically be made of the same material as the rest of the wallet, but replicas often feature a different material. Next, look at the CC logo, which should have a high-shine finish and a raised effect. If the logo is matte or completely flat against the wallet, the piece is likely to be a replica. Also, check to ensure that the zipper moves smoothly and that all the stitching is even and straight. For assistance with authentication, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Find a collection of Chanel wallets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 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 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 ExpertJune 7, 2024
    The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.

    In addition to 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.

    Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.

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    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
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    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.
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    Any piece produced more than 20 years ago is considered vintage Chanel. This includes apparel, bags, shoes, jewelry and accessories created anytime after the French luxury fashion house's founding in 1910. Items made within the last 20 years are considered contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of vintage Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
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    Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
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    The double C logo is the logo of the French luxury fashion house Chanel. Its founder, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, designed the logo in 1925. Her initials served as its inspiration. Today, the iconic logo appears on many of Chanel's handbags, jewelry pieces and other items. Explore a wide range of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
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    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.

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