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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New Chanel Vintage Pink Sakura Caviar Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 69055
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 69055 One of the most coveted of vintage Chanel flaps, more 20 years old and in NEW condition. In "Rose Sakura" pink caviar leather and 24k gold plated hardware. In ca...
Chanel 2022 Pink Shearling Flap Crossbody Bag GHW 68849
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68849 In pink quilted shearling, with chunky hand-carry chain and crossbody shearling strap that can be turned inside. For more than 22 years, Boutique Patina has spec...
CHANEL black red CC logo diamond quilt print soft warm raw edge scarf
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL black red CC logo diamond quilt print soft warm raw edge scarf Reference: KEDG/A00264 Brand: Chanel Material: Feels like wool Color: Black, Red Pattern: Abstract Extra Details...
Chanel 2006 Vintage Sakura Pink Small Classic Double Flap Bag 24k GHW 69165
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 69165 The vintage "sakura" bubble gum pink with the sturdy pebbled vintage caviar and 24k gold plated harware is a true collector's bag, and in condition that is not ref...
CHANEL Vintage Black Leather Gold CC Logo Chain Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Vintage Chanel CC Coin Logo Leather Chain belt which can also be styled as a necklace 100% authentic Made in France Gold-Plated, leather Clasp closure Very good condition overall asi...
Chanel Vintage Beige Canvas Pink Grosgrain CC Bow Strappy Sandals Heels EU 36
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Eagan, MN
Chanel Vintage Beige Canvas Pink Grosgrain CC Bow Strappy Sandals Heels EU 36 Women's size EU 36 Shoe sizing is inconsistent across brands. It is recommended to know your sizing within a brand, or refer to the brand's website to determine fit. Vintage Chanel sandals...
Chanel 2022 Houndstooth Tweed Jacket Black/White 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jacket in black and white houndstooth tweed, a runway classic finished with the house's playful embellished detailing. Crafted from a luxury blend of cashmere (...
CHANEL black leather 23P PICK ME UP TOP HANDLE VANITY Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Pick Me Up Vanity Case bag in black quilted lambskin leather. Crafted from supple, smooth lambskin with the house’s signature diamond quilting, it features an e...
Chanel 2018 Framed Denim Medium Classic Flap Bag SHW 67966
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67966 Chanel 2018 Framed Denim Medium Classic Flap Bag SHW is a whimsical yet chic Chanel classic with a tweed frame trim, double woven chain strap and blue lambskin inte...
CHANEL mustard yellow viscose 22P LUREX JERSEY KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel dress in mustard and gold lurex rib-knit in viscose (90%) and metallised polyester (10%). This luxury Chanel dress features a fluid fit-and-flare silhouette ext...
Chanel 2019 Collarless Plaid Tweed Jacket White 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jacket in white, black and grey plaid tweed, a directional silhouette from the house's runway collection. Crafted from a luxury tweed blend of wool (38%), acryl...
CHANEL metallic silver leather 11S CHAIN ME MINI Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Chain Me Mini flap bag in metallic pewter quilted leather, exquisitely crafted in a compact, softly structured silhouette defined by its distinctive leather-int...
Long black organza shirt with silk-chiffon jabot and bow CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long black organza shirt with jabot and bow ; Branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. Elastic band on the bottom edge . SIZE 44 / L
Chanel Vintage 2000s Black Petal Textured Swim Cover-Up Dress, Cruise 2009
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel vintage 2000s black sleeveless dress with tiers of petal shaped fabric at front. From the Cruise 2009 collection. Metal CC logo at back top. This piece was intended as a swi...
Resort 17 Cuba Collection Tweed 'Chesterfield' Bucket Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
From Chanel's Resort 2017 Paris-Cuba collection, presented by Karl Lagerfeld at the Paseo del Prado in Havana on 3 May 2016 - the first major international fashion show held in Cuba ...
Chanel Beige Vintage Cashmere Cardigan Sweater
By Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage Chanel cashmere cardigan sweater with goldtone CC logo buttons on the front and on the working cuffs. There is one additional button sewn inside in case one gets lost. There ...
Chanel Low heel two colour slingback size 39
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A chic pair of Chanel low heeled slingback shoes. The shoes are in a light caramel colour leather with black fabric toe. Leather lined and sole. heel height 1 '' Made in Italy Size ...
CHANEL black quilted leather 16K 2.55 REISSUE MINI HANGER FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2.55 Reissue Hanger Flap Mini shoulder bag in black quilted aged calfskin leather. This rare runway iteration reimagines the house’s iconic silhouette with a st...
Chanel Navy Blue Silk Vintage Sailor Dress
By Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage navy blue silk Chanel dress with white trim which has a nautical feel. The dress is navy blue with white trim. The placket below the scarf features hidden buttons. There are ...
Silk chiffon printed maxi dress CHANEL Cruise 2015
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon printed maxi dress. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Lining inside the bra only. Front lenght = 127cm Back lenght = 143cm SIZE ON TAG : 50 / XL
$675Sale Price|22% Off
Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Luxurious cashmere blue & green gilt logo button cardigan c. 1990 The stylish Chanel cardigan is constructed with plush double-ply cashmere The cashmere cardigan is designed with a combination of dark hunter green cashmere juxtaposed with dark blue cashmere in the lower mid-section with contrasting triangular inverted geometric designs Adorned with five gilt metal Chanel buttons inscribed with her iconic C.C. initials stamped on quilted handbag motifs. The front opening, cuffs and hemline are distinguished with dark green cashmere trim The elegant Chanel cashmere cardigan makes a luxurious garment that is chic and timeless Labeled: Chanel 100% Cashmere Made in Scotland Size Small Refer to enclosed measurements The length from the top center back neckline to the hem = 19 inches The length from the shoulder to the hemline measures 19 inches The underarm bust section measured flat side to side = 17 inches The complete bust buttoned measures 34 inches The shoulders measure 19 inches seam to seam The outer sleeve length measures 21 inches with folded cuff...
CHANEL black cashmere 21K CHUNKY KNIT BEANIE Hat OS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel beanie in black chunky knit cashmere (100%). Crafted from luxuriously soft, insulating cashmere, it features a rich, textured knit that adds depth and warmth wh...
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from the 2003/2004 collection. A very rare model. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dang...
CHANEL black cotton 22P PEARL CC Baseball Cap Hat 56 - 58
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel baseball cap in black canvas cotton (100%). Crafted from structured cotton canvas, it features a classic six-panel silhouett...
CHANEL 01A Vintage gold CC logo button ribbed cropped cardigan FR42 L
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 01A Vintage gold CC logo button ribbed cropped cardigan FR42 L Reference: TGAS/D00452 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 01A Material: Nylon Color: Black Patte...
CHANEL cream wool 17A COSMOPOLITE STUDDED TRIM TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jacket in cream tweed, an elevated silhouette finished with the house's intricate hand-applied detailing. Crafted from luxury wool (100%), this Chanel jacket is...
CHANEL 1998 Vintage kiss lock purple suede embroidered cc chain clutch bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 1998 Vintage kiss lock purple suede embroidered cc chain clutch bag Reference: TGAS/G00290 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 1998 Material: Suede Color: Purpl...
CHANEL 2000 pink pearl beaded grey satin crystal CC kiss lock frame clutch bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2000 pink pearl beaded grey satin crystal CC kiss lock frame clutch bag Reference: TGAS/G00294 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: FW 2000 Material: Satin, Leat...
CHANEL iridescent green patent 2.55 REISSUE 226 DOUBLE WIDE FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2.55 Reissue 226 Large flap bag in iridescent bottle green quilted patent leather, crafted in the iconic structured silhouette with a luminous finish that shift...
Chanel Spring 1991 Collection 25 Pink Tweed Blazer Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Incredible, documented Chanel pink tweed jacket from the Spring 1991 or number 25 collection. As seen on the runway and on Cindy Crawford on the cover of Vogue. In excellent vintage...
A 2003 Chanel New Travel Line Beige Nylon and Brown Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This incredibly chic vintage Chanel New Travel Line tote bag perfectly combines Parisian luxury with a sporty, functional design. Crafted in Italy, it features a durable, lightweight...
CHANEL 2023 Geometric Logo Dress Black/Ecru 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel dress in ecru jersey knit wool (100%) with a glossy black tile print featuring camellias and CC motifs, a luxury piece that turns the house's most iconic symbol...
CHANEL beige & black suede & grosgrain REV Slingbacks Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel blockheel slingback in beige suede leather with contrasting black grosgrain cap toes and subtle CC detail at the heel. Refined almond-toe silhouette paired with...
CHANEL Runway 25 Small light blue washed denim gold hardware bucket hobo bag
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Runway 25 Small light blue washed denim gold hardware bucket hobo bag Reference: KYCG/A00256 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Model: 25 Small Collection: Runway Material...
Chanel 2015 Oversized Lurex Tweed Coat Navy 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Fall/Winter 2015 plaid tweed coat in navy blue, light blue, burnt orange, black, beige and grey wool (77%), nylon (15%) and polyester (8%). This luxury Chanel c...
Chanel Lambskin Classic Jumbo Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Houston, TX
The interlocking CC logo is synonymous with elegance and high French style. Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel first opened a Parisian millinery shop in the early 1900s. By the 1920s she was re...
CHANEL 1990 Foldover Diamond Quilted dark grey lambskin mini bucket bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 1990 Foldover Diamond Quilted dark grey lambskin mini bucket bag Reference: TGAS/G00293 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Foldover Bucket Bag Collection: 1990 Mate...
Late 1990s Excellent Condition Chanel Smooth Black Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This authentic Chanel tote bag is crafted from smooth, supple black leather, offering a minimalist and highly versatile aesthetic for daily use. The front is detailed with a subtle l...
Chanel Calfskin Double Pocket Small Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in Houston, TX
The interlocking CC logo is synonymous with elegance and high French style. Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel first opened a Parisian millinery shop in the early 1900s. By the 1920s she was re...
$3,858Sale Price|25% Off
Chanel Boy Unisex Vintage Handbag in Classic Black Leather, Circa 2010
By Chanel
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
The iconic Chanel East West in the Large size, crafted from petrol green quilted leather with visible decorative stitching and ruthenium hardware. The model is embellished with the ...
Printed velvet Terry cloth mini dress CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed velvet Terry cloth mini dress . Fabric composition: 75% cotton,, 25% nylon. Drawstring on the waist. SIZE 46 (Fr)
Chanel 1995 Vintage Giant Black Caviar Soft Briefcase Bag 24k GHW 68977
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68977 Chanel 1995 Vintage Giant Black Caviar Soft Briefcase Bag 24k GHW is a notably classic vintage Chanel soft briefcase with a front exterior pocket with flap closure...
Chanel 2000's Black Leather Biker Booties with Patent Cap Toe and Flannel Lining
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cool biker chic wear. Circa mid-2010s Chanel black leather ankle booties. Dual side zips with inset wool plaid panels. Chunky heel and black patent cap toe. Quilted top and double ...
Chanel 2025 Navy Wool Cashmere Tailored Coat with CC Logo Buttons
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
An elegant and exceptionally rare Chanel tailored coat crafted from a luxurious wool and cashmere blend. This sophisticated full-length silhouette features sharp notch lapels, a flat...
CHANEL olive green leather 19 WEST EAST SHOPPING Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 19 shopping tote in olive green quilted lambskin leather, designed in a refined, softly structured silhouette distinguished by its signature oversized diamond q...
Chanel 2014 Black Caviar Grand Shopper Tote GST Bag SHW 69347
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 69347 For 22 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintage and collectible accessories by searching closets around the world....
Chanel 2008 Veste Marine Noir FR40 Navy Black Cotton Wool Tweed Jacket UK12 US8
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jacket from the 2008 Cruise collection (Paris–Miami) by Karl Lagerfeld, crafted from a navy blue and black cotton (53%) and wool tweed blend. It features a straight cut—styled...
Chanel 17C Rainbow Caviar Coco Cuba Small Boy Flap Bag 68521
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68521 One of the most sought-after models within the house of Chanel is this Chanel 17C Rainbow Caviar Coco Cuba Small Boy Flap Bag. Made of well-crafted caviar calfskin...
Chanel 1994 Vintage Baby Pink Bandana Maxi Jumbo Flap Bag Paisley Print 68876
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68876 From 1994 Spring collection, this Chanel 1994 Vintage Baby Pink Bandana Maxi Straw Jumbo Flap Bag Paisley Print is whimsical bag with "bandana" printed canvas and ...
CHANEL black leather 2011 CHIC KNOT Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Chic Knot clutch in black lambskin leather intricately interwoven with knotted straps creating a richly textured, quilted effect. Designed in a softly structure...
Chanel Vintage Limited Edition Basketball, 2004
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Collectors item! Limited edition CHANEL basketball from 2004 Condition : lightly used Made in France Material: grained rubber IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vinta...
Chanel 2011 Runway Pleated Silk Camellia Dress by Karl Lagerfeld
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
An archival piece from the Chanel Spring/Summer 2011 Runway Collection (Look 48), designed by Karl Lagerfeld. This sleeveless midi dress is crafted from premium, structured silk with...
Chanel Vintage Black Satin Crystal Logo Lace Up Ballet Pumps Heels EU 37.5
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Eagan, MN
Chanel Vintage Black Satin Crystal Logo Lace Up Ballet Pumps Heels EU 37.5 Women's size EU 37.5 Shoe sizing is inconsistent across brands. It is recommended to know your sizing with...
CHANEL black green metal CHAIN TRIM ROUND Sunglasses 4265Q
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel round sunglasses in black metal, elevated by the house's iconic signature chain trim — a black leather-interwoven CC-link detail that runs continuously from the...
$225Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage Chanel CC Interlocking Black Large Side Logo Grey Lens Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Vintage Chanel Millennium Black Rhinestone CC Logo Sunglasses Step into timeless elegance with these Vintage Chanel Millennium Sunglasses, a rare collector’s piece from the early 20...
CHANEL - Black Leather Mini Flap with Oversized Golden CC Logo (1980s)
By Chanel
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
An authentic Chanel icon of the 1980s, rare and highly sought-after: mini shoulder bag in black lambskin leather, featuring the large golden CC logo in shiny metal, one of the most i...
CHANEL black 1990s BEADE POINTELLE KNIT MAXI Dress S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel gown in black semi-sheer pointelle knit. Features a sleek, sleeveless bodycon silhouette that falls to a refined maxi length, finished with a sculpting turtlene...
CHANEL navy blue cotton 19C LA PAUSA TERRY CROP Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cropped cardigan in navy blue terrycloth in cotton (83%) and polyamide (17%). This luxury Chanel cardigan features a cropped silhouette with a relaxed, sporty e...
CHANEL white glitter fabric CLASSIC BALLET Flats Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel ballet flats in luminous white glitter fabric with contrasting black grosgrain cap toes and subtle CC detail. Elegant almond-toe silhouette finished with a deli...
Black leather and suede coat with fringes CHANEL Les Métiers d'Art Paris Dallas
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black double breasted leather and suede coat with fringes. Main fabric composition: 35% lamb leather, 34% goat leather, 16% polyester, 9% cotton, 5% rayon. Silk lining. Branded butt...