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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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Chanel Selena Gomez Style Fluffy Runway Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel navy fluffy dress from fabulous 2019 Cruise LA PAUSA Collection ~ As seen on many celebs including Selena Gomez! Size mark 36 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo gold...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New CC Camellias Buttons Tweed Jacket with Bows 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectible Chanel bring tweed jacket with signature Bows at sleeves Size mark 36 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo Camellia buttons at front - black silk lining with camellias, ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 13K$ Runway Beige Leather Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectible Chanel beige leather jacket ~ from Runway of COUNTRYSIDE Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Boutique price over 13,000$ - CC logo jewel buttons - basic classic beige colour S...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 14K$ Incredible Ribbon Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Incredible Chanel jacket ~ made of most precious Ribbon lesage tweed ~ the price of similar jacket in boutique starts now from 15,000€ Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - CC lo...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 11K$ Paris / Cosmopolite Lesage Tweed Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
One of the most recognisable Chanel jacket from Paris / COSMOPOLITE Collection, 2017 metiers d'Art ~ As seen in Adverts all over the world ~ Boutique price over 11,000$ ~ Size mark ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 6K$ New Paris / Edinburgh Lesage Tweed Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel lesage shimmer tweed dress ~ from Paris / EDINBURGH Collection ~ 2013 Metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 36 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo charm at waist - ma...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Exquisite Black Ribbon Tweed Skirt 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Exquisite Chanel black skirt made of most precious Lesage Ribbon tweed ~ today's boutique prices start from 5,000$ for similar item - CC logo charm at waist - black silk lining Size ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Jennifer Lopez Style Runway Cashmere Maxi Dress 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel maxi cashmere dress from Runway of Paris / HAMBURG Metiers d’Art Collectino by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Same style Chanel dress As seen on Jennifer Lopez Size mark 38 FR / Cond...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Venice Black Cashmere Cardi Coat 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New collectors Chanel black cashmere cardigan / coat ~ from Paris / VENICE Cruise Collection ~ by Maestro Lagerfeld Size mark 46 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo winged lion butt...
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2010s 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 10K$ Paris / Bombay Jewel Buttons Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel tweed coat from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection, 2012 Metiers d'Art Boutique price was 9,800$ ~ truly exquisite work of couture art! Size mark 48 FR / Condition i...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic Supermodel Claudia Schiffer Style Tweed Dress 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic & rare Chanel ecru tweed iconic dress with signature bow from the Runway of Paris / MIAMI Cruise collection ~ as seen on model Claudia Schiffer! Size mark 34 FR / Condition: n...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic Keira Knightley Style Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
One of the most coveted Chanel black jacket of all times! ICON _black_ tweed jacket Chanel from GLOBALIZATION Collection, 2013 Fall by Karl Lagerfeld. As seen on Kira Knightley and ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 8K$ CC Buttons Royal Blue Lesage Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Marvellous Chanel jacket made of most precious Lesage tweed in royal blue colour - CC logo buttons with stars - matching trim in blue denim - tonal silk lining with camellias Size ma...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Coco Brasserie Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel little black tweed jacket from Runway of COCO Brasserie Collection - iconic 4-flap-pockets silhouette : unmistakably Chanel ! - CC logo Camellias buttons - contrast ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 9K$ New Robot Collection Lesage Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Gorgeous Chanel lesage tweed dress ~ from Runway of ROBOT Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ as seen on fashion influencer Anna Dello Russo Boutique price 8,800$ Size 36 FR / Condition: ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Vibrant Red Bodycon Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Red Knit Dress – Paris-SHANGHAI Metiers d'Art Collection by Karl Lagerfeld An iconic silhouette from Chanel’s celebrated Paris-Shanghai collection ~ this scarlet red knit dre...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New CC Logo La Riviera Collection Runway Jeans 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New stunning Chanel washed blue jeans from Runway of FRENCH RIVIERA Collelction. Retail price 3,200€ - Stunning floral embroidery throughout, CC at back pocket - CC jewel Gripoix but...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Versailles Lesage Tweed Ensemble 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely stunning Chanel lesage tweed ensemble ~ jacket and matching top ~ from Runway of Paris / VERSAILLES Cruise Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld Size mark 36 FR / Condition is p...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Black Lesage Tweed Coat / Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel lesage tweed coat / jacket with CC logo buttons Lined with silk. Size mark 40 FR / Condition: is pristine
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 13K$ Camellia Applique Black Leather Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel black leather jacket with Camellias appliqués ~ from Ad Campaign of Paris / SHANGHAI Collection Boutique price over 13,000$ - CC logo Dragon buttons - black silk lignin...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Timeless CC Gripoix Buttons Navy Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel navy tweed jacket with jewel CC buttons ~ statement piece beyond time and trends! Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - contrast collar with stitching, faux cuts ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Fluffy Cashmere Black Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel heavyweight PURE cashmere cardi coat with CC logo wooden duffle closures at front ~ Boutique price 6,650$ Size mark 40 FR / Condition: Never worn - cute fluffy accents at ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Gisele Bundchen Style New Beige Tweed Ensemble 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A refined emblem of Chanel’s legacy ~ this beige tweed ensemble ~ from the Spring 2010 Collection embodies effortless Parisian elegance ~ This ensemble captures the maison’s timeles...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Cosmopolite Rare CC Dare To Disturb Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Super rare find ! Chanel black sequin Dare To Disturb flap bag from Runway of Paris / Cosmopolite Collection, 2017 Pre-Fall Metiers d'Art, 17a - more than 6,000 littlest sequin spar...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 13K$ Maxi Silk CC Logo Dress 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Luxurious Chanel black maxi silk dress with CC logo pattern -- today's boutique price for similar item is over 12,000€ - CC logo buttons - lambskin leather details Size mark 34 FR / ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New CC Gripoix Buttons Lavender Tweed Ensemble
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New fabulous Chanel lavender tweed ensemble ~ jacket and skirt ~ from FRENCH RIVIERA Cruise Collection Size mark for both items 38 FR / Condition: never worn - marvellous CC logo Gri...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Venice New Ecru Cashmere Cardi Coat 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New collectors Chanel ecru cashmere cardi coat ~ from Runway of Paris / VENICE ~ Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 46 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo buttons with Li...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Exquisite Pearl Embellished Couture Dress 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rarest Chanel Haute Couture black cashmere dress ~ with jewel pearl embellishment at trim ~ exceptionally beautiful and exquisite work of art garment piece! Boutique price was extre...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 15K$ Museum Worth Paris / Edinburg Runway Tweed Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A State of Art Dress ~ from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld ~ Collectible piece of MUSEUM's worth ~ ~ This couture level dress was only made upon a reques...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Anna Wintour Style Black Tweed Jacket with Chain Trim 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic & timeless Chanel vintage black tweed jacket with metallic chain trimming ~ as seen on style icon Anna Wintour! Size mark 38 FR / Condition: is pristine - CC logo quilted butt...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Seoul Lesage Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely fabulous Chanel jacket ~ made of most precious Lesage tweed ~ from Runway of Paris / SEOUL Cruise Collection - CC logo buttons at front, cuffs and epaulettes - contrast si...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Salzburg Beige Denim Embroidered Shorts 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New super rare Iconic beige denim shorts from Paris / SALZBURG Collection ~ as seen on Pharrell Williams in AD Campaign of that season - CC logo Eagle buttons - contrast embroidery w...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Iconic Globalization Black Tweed Jacket Dress 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel black shimmer lesage tweed jacket dress ~ as seen on Miroslava Duma! - from Runway of GLOBALIZATION Collection by Karl Lagerfeld - CC logo Globe buttons - black silk li...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic Camellias Pattern Trench Coat 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel black / anthracite trench coat with Camellias 3-d pattern ~ featuring brand's most recognisable cocoon silhouette! - CC logo buttons at front, pockets and cuffs - contr...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Outstanding Tweed Jacket and Jeans Ensemble 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Impossible to find anywhere in the world! New absolute fabulous Chanel ensemble ~ tweed jacket and matching jeans ~ as seen on Chanel's Ambassador Lily Rose Depp - timeless 4-flap-p...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic Vittoria Ceretti Style CC Logo Black Leggings 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel leggings ~ Instantly sold out in all boutiques! Most hunted Chanel CC logo leggings from Runway of 2020 Cruise collection, 20C ~ as seen in Ad Campaign on Vittoria Cere...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Red Tartan Jacket 52 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Red Tartan Tweed Jacket – Paris-Édimbourg 2013 Collection Designed by Karl Lagerfeld A striking ode to Scottish heritage, this Chanel red tartan tweed jacket from Paris / ED...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 14K$ Paris / Dallas Leather Fringe Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A rare find for true Chanel collectors! - Impossible to find anywhere Extremely rare, couture Chanel leather jacket with had-crafted fringe details -- from Catwalk of famous Paris / ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 9K$ Melania Trump Style Black Tweed Jacket with Chains 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel black tweed jacket with chain trim ~ from Paris / SALZBURG Collection~ as seen on Melania TRUMP ! ~ Boutique price ca. 9,000$ Size mark 34 FR / Condition: never worn...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 8K$ New Coco Brasserie Runway Jacket Dress 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Super famous and rare Chanel jacket / dress ~ from 'Coco Brasserie Collection 2015 Retail price 7,800$ ~ As Seen in Ad Campaign, in many magazines ~ iconic and recognizable piece...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic CC Turlock Cardigan in Pastel Pink 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel cardigan with CC Turnlock closures ~ in a charming pastel pink colour ~ same style as seen on 2024 Fall Collection ! Prices on resales start from 5,000$ Size mark 36 FR...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic 9K$ Lady Gaga Style Black Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Superstar Chanel black tweed jacket : as seen on Lady Gaga and style icon Karine Roitfeld ! Size mark 36 FR / Condition is pristine - masterpiece CC logo jewel Gripoix buttons - blac...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Salzburg Gripoix Buttons Cape 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rare ecru knit cape with jewel Gripoix buttons ~ from of Paris / SALZBURG Collection, 2015 Metiers d'Art by Size mark 40 FR / Condition: never worn
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Super Rare Velvet biker Jacket with Chain Belt 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectible Chanel black velvet biker jacket with signature metallic chain link trim at hem! A very rare find for true Chanel lovers! - logo buttons at front and cuffs - braided deta...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Edinburgh Ecru Tartan Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Most recognisable Chanel tweed jacket with tartan trim ~ from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ As seen on Catwalk, in Ad Campaign and in many magazines! -...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 10K$ Iconic Rare Jewel Gripoix Buttons Coat 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A truly rare and highly coveted piece! Iconic Chanel coat from Paris / BYZANCE Collection, 2011 Pre-Fall Metiers d'Art Boutique price over 10,000$ Price on ebay 6,999$ Size mark 34 F...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Singapore CC Buttons Lesage Tweed Ensemble 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel lesage tweed ensemble ~ timeless jacket and a matching skirt ~ from Paris / SINGAPORE Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 36 FR for both pieces / Condition:...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 11K$ New Lace & Embroidery Runway Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Luxurious Chanel black lace & embroidery jacket ~ hand-embellished with beads throughout ! Boutique price was over 11,000$ - exquisite material ~ details like a masterpiece! - marvel...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Coco Brasserie Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Black Tweed Jacket with Camellia Buttons ~ from Coco Brasserie Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ A masterclass in Parisian refinement, this black tweed jacket from Chanel’s Coco...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 12K$ New Paris / Cosmopolite Chain Trimmed Black Tweed Jacket 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Iconic statement black tweed jacket Chanel from ~ Runway of Paris / COSMOPOLITE Collection ~ metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld Most recognisable jacket of this collection and one o...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 8K$ New Coco Brasserie Runway Jacket Dress 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Super famous and rare Chanel jacket / dress ~ from 'Coco Brasserie Collection 2015 Retail price 7,800$ ~ As Seen in Ad Campaign, in many magazines ~ iconic and recognizable piece...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Collectible 2007 Fall Ecru Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectible Chanel ecru tweed jacket / coat from Runway of 2007 Fall Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ truly hard to find piece! Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo quilte...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Miami CC Heart Patches Black Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectors Chanel black tweed jacket with Giant CC Heart Logo patches at cuffs and back ! ~ from Paris / MIAMI Cruise Collection - CC logo Heart button at center front - black silk ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New 2024 Spring CC Heart Logo Denim Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Iconic Chanel blue denim jacket with Giant Heart Logo ~ from 2024 Spring Collection AS seen on many celebs! Very hard to get! - CC logo jewel buttons - contract stitching Size m...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Cosmopolite Rare CC Dare To Disturb Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Super rare find ! Chanel black sequin Dare To Disturb flap bag from Runway of Paris / Cosmopolite Collection, 2017 Pre-Fall Metiers d'Art, 17a - more ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic CC Turlock Cardigan in Pastel Pink 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel cardigan with CC Turnlock closures ~ in a charming pastel pink colour ~ same style as seen on 2024 Fall Collection ! Prices on resales start from 5,000$ - composition 1...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Rare Paris / Rome Runway Beige Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Extremely rare Chaenl beige lesage tweed jacket ~ from Runway of Paris / ROME Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 34 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo gold-tone intricate butto...
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2010s Chanel

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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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    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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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 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.
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    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.
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    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.
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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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    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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    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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    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.

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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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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