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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 & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 cruise Versailles dress CC logo buttons
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 Versailles Cruise Dress, CC Logo Buttons Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Chanel 2013 Versailles Cruise Resort Collection. Country of Origin: Fr...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Navy Blue & Black Leather Interlocking CC Logo Ankle Boots
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Navy Blue & Black Leather Interlocking CC Logo Ankle Boots effortlessly combine classic elegance with modern flair. These beautifully crafted ankle boots feature a chic tw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel New Cashmere Shawl Grey
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Cashmere Shawl in grey. The pattern features a big Chanel camellia which is surrounded by multiple CC logos. The item is in new condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Vintage Chanel 1994 - CC knitted Striped Runway Dress
By Chanel
Located in Iba, PH
CHANEL READY-TO-WEAR SPRING-SUMMER 1994. Vintage Chanel 1994 - CC knitted Striped Dress. As seen on runway models Christy Turlington, Yasmin Le Bo...
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1990s Italian Chanel

Chanel jacket Winter 2011
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Black silk jacket with blue sequins. Size 48FR indicated. 2011 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Condition: Very good ...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Vintage Classic Flap Mini Square Beige Lambskin 24k Gold HW, 1989-1991
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Vintage Classic Flap Mini Square Beige Lambskin 24k Gold HW, 1989-1991 These are professional photos of the actual bag. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved/ preowned authent...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Timeless double flap shoulder bag in off-white quilted lamb leather, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional "Must-have" Chanel Timeless Medium 25cm handbag in off-white quilted lambskin leather, with gold-tone metal hardware, a gold-tone metal interlaced chain handle allowing f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Classic Flap Extra Mini Black Suede Quilted Gold-tone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: VERY GOOD This previously owned and used item is in very good condition with light to moderate signs of use. Light stains overall. Light scratches to the leather and hard...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Timeless Jumbo double flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin , GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Majestic​​ ​​Chanel​​ ​​Timeless​​ ​​Jumbo​​ ​​double​​ ​​flap​​ ​​shoulder​​ ​​bag​​ ​​​​ ​​in​​ ​​black​​ ​​quilted​​ ​​lambskin​​ ​​leather,​​ ​​gold​ ​​metal​​ ​​hardware,​​ ​​go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Timeless 23cm shoulder bag in Yellow quilted caviar leather , CHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
The​ ​iconic​ ​"Must​ ​have"​ ​Chanel​ ​Timeless​ ​23​ ​cm​ ​double​ ​flap​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​quilted​ ​yellow​ ​caviar​ ​leather,​ ​champagne​ ​metal​ ​trim,​ ​intertwined​ ​champagne​ ​m...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

CHANEL dark green leather 2013 13A EDINBURGH Boots Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel block-heel boots in very dark green smooth leather with CC logo on the right boots. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. 2013 Paris-Edinburgh Metier...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Vintage 2000 Pony Hair Medium Brown Giraffe Accordion Flap Bag GHW 68152
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68152 A rare collectible, this Chanel Vintage 2000 Pony Hair Medium Brown Giraffe Accordion Flap Bag GHW comes in this medium size that can be worn on the shoulder, and a...
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Early 2000s 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

Flair denim jean with box pleats in the bottom of the legs Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Flair thin denim jean with box pleats in the bottom of the legs.Pockets on both side. Branded button in the top middle front and zip. Pockets on both side and two on the back. Belt-l...
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2010s Italian Chanel

2015 Spring Runway CHANEL Metallic Gold Toned Distressed Leather Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This contemporary and stylish CHANEL limited edition "feministe mais feminine" clutch bag is crafted of distressed leather in metallic gold featuring silver-toned hardware. This clut...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel 1991 Navy Blue Quilted Lambskin Vintage Fanny Pack Waist Belt Bum Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel vintage quilted leather fanny pack features gold hardware. 1991 {Vintage 33 Years} Gold Hardware Navy blue quilted lambskin leather CC logo medallion charm Zippered closure ...
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1990s Italian Chanel

Chanel Leather Bomber Jacket With Pearl Buttons
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Leather Bomber Jacket With Pearl Buttons Black jacket crafted of lambskin leather with silver leather piping. Pearl buttoned...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel 2014 Rare Runway Pink Ombre Resin Plexiglass Brick Clutch Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Pink Ombre Minaudière Resin Plexiglass Brick Clutch Rare Bag Chanel Spring 2014 Silver hardware Pink & orange interwoven leather chain Pink leather lined interior CC logo em...
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2010s Italian Chanel

New Chanel Coco Cuba Striped Silk Stole Scarf Shawl
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Coco Cuba striped silk stole. Hand rolled edges. Dry Clean Only
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Black Leather Jacket With Quilted Pockets 1992
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer an iconic vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black leather jacket. The jacket features an easy oversized body, front pockets, a side button pla...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Fabulous CC Turnlock Cashmere Dress and Scarf Set 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely fabulous Chanel cashmere ensemble ~ dress with CC turnlocks at pockets and matching large wrap scarf with CC logo charm - made of pure 100% cashmere in beige, burgundy a...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Vintage Black Lambskin Medium Diana Flap Bag With Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Timeless elegance meets vintage allure with this Chanel Diana Flap Bag, crafted from supple black lambskin leather. The medium size offers a perfect balance between practicality and ...
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1980s Chanel

Chanel coat Winter Pre-Fall 2019
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Black deer leather coat with a black velvet collar and golden metal buttons. Silk lining. Size 40FR indicated. 2019 Pre-Fall Collection, under the artistic ...
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2010s European Chanel

CHANEL beige 2001 LEATHER TRIM CAMEL HAIR Coat Jacket XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Fall/Winter 2001 coat in sand camel hair (97%) and spandex (3%). Features a calf skin leather trim and two sewn shut slit pockets. Opens six 'CC' buttons and on...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Black leather branded ridding boots Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather ridding boots . Branded "CC" on the top back Shoe size = 38C Heel height = 3 cm Height = 40 cm
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

Chanel Half Moon Blue Large Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Half Moon Flap in blue can be worn as a shoulder bag or held in the hand. The handbag features a polished silver chain link leather threaded shoulder strap and a facing f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

CHANEL silver & black 07P CROPPED MESH Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Identification jacket in silver mesh polyamide (66%), cotton (20%), polyester (8%), and elastane (6%) embodies a sleek, futuristic edge. Designed with a fi...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel 5K$ Jewel Gripoix Detail Cashmere Jumper 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Boutique price 4,880$ Collectible Chanel stunning black cashmere jumper with signature Jewel Gripoix accents (at chest and cuffs) from Paris / LONDON Collection, Metiers d'Art - CC l...
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2010s Chanel

Brown and beige tweed single breasted jacket Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown and beige tweed single breasted with 4 pockets on the front and branded button closure. Main fabric composition: silk, nylon, acrylic, rayon, wool, polyester, angora, metalli...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

White Chanel Patent Glitter Medium Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
White Chanel Patent Glitter Medium Double Flap Bag. The Medium Double Flap Bag features a glitter patent leather body, gold-tone hardware, an exterior back pocket, dual chain-link sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel

Chanel CC Logo Dubai Collection Mosaic T-Shirt 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel CC Logo floral mosaic t-shirt from Paris / DUBAI 2015 Cruise Collection, 15C Size mark 38 FR / Condition is pristine
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black & gold 17K TWEED TRIM METALLIC LEATHER Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jacket in black leather with metallic gold speckles captures the cosmic allure of Chanel’s space-inspired collection. The gold ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Versailles Tweed Ensemble 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely stunning Chanel lesage tweed jacket and top ensemble : from Runway of Paris / VERSAILLES Collection - CC logo jewel charm at both items - tonal silk lining with camellias ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Cambon Flap Maxi Beige Calfskin Leather Double Strap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Named after the Cambon street in Paris the Chanel store is located.  CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved / preowned Chanel cambon shoulder bag is in very good condition. Rubbing aro...
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2010s French Chanel

Off-white single breasted coat CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white single breasted coat with branded button closure. The fabric composition tag has been cut but the tweed is probably a mix of silk and cotton with a transparent shiny plasti...
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Early 2000s European Chanel

CHANEL multicolor cotton 2014 14S CROPPED TWEED Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel tweed pants in blue, yellow, green, pink, off-white and blue acrylic (53%), cotton (31%), nylon (10%) and polyester (6%). Features a cropped, straight-leg and t...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel, Brown suede CC logo tote bag with tassel
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, Brown suede CC logo tote bag with tassel. Overall the item is in very good vintage condition. A few faded spots. Interior is very clean. Has a serial sticker on the interior....
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1990s Chanel

Chanel Cashmere Shawl City Print Black
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Cashmere Shawl in black featuring a print of Paris and framed with Chanel writings. In new condition.
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Nature Beige Organic Rope Woven Quilted Tweed Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This Chanel Nature Tote Quilted Tweed, crafted from beige quitled tweed, features diamond quilted top trims, dual woven-in leather chain straps, inverted pleats details, and matte go...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

Chanel 2014 Blue Beige Canvas Quilted Bandana Medium Classic Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This authentic Chanel Paris-Dallas Bandana Flap Bag Quilted Canvas Medium is from the brand's 2013/2014 Paris Dallas Metiers D'art Bag Collection. Crafted from blue quilted canvas w...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather En Vogue Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Leather En Vogue Hobo Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1405 Brand: Chanel Model: En Vogue Hobo Bag Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Serial Number: 270407...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel 2001 Flap Vintage Mini Wicker Raffia Classic Black Rattan Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Flap Vintage Mini Wicker Raffia Classic Black Rattan Cross Body Bag 2001 Gold hardware Classic interwoven chain Woven wicker design Signatu...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Cosmopolite Lesage Tweed
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel beige & gold lesage tweed skirt from Runway of Paris / COSMOPOLITE Collection, 2017 metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld - CC logo lionhead charm at waist - tonal silk lining S...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Navy Blue PVC and Denim 31 Shopping Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
With flawless craftsmanship immense style quotient and an air of elegance this Chanel bag has it all Stitched to perfection the handbag is made using only prime quality materials so ...
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2010s Chanel

1999A Chanel Bustier Dress FR38 Black
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel FW 1999 collection dress, bustier, in black wool crepe, 2 slit pockets on the sides, mid-length, black silk lining, closing with a long zip and a...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel 2010 Diamond Quilted Lambskin Giant Jewelry Decor Case
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2010 Diamond Quilted Lambskin Giant Jewelry Decor Case Chanel Diamond Quilted Lambskin Quilted Giant Jewelry Decor Case Year: 2010 {Vintage 14 ...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Cara Delevingne Style Teddy Cashmere Jumper
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rare, collectors cashmere & silk jumper with teddy bear sleeves from the Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH 2013 Pre-Fall Metiers d'Art collection ~ As seen on Cara Delevingne on Catwalk -...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel XXL Flap Bag Fuchsia Shiny Caviar Light Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Aventura, FL
This Chanel XXL flap bag is in Fuchsia shiny caviar with light gold-tone hardware and has a front flap with signature CC turn-lock closure, rear sl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chanel

CHANEL white cotton 20P CAMELLIA QUILTED BOMBER Vest Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel ruched bomber vest in white cotton combines sporty style with classic Chanel elegance. It features a short silhouette with iconic Camellia quilting and two...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Vintage Classic Maxi Flap Black Lambskin Leather Giant CC 24 Gold Hardwar
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Experience timeless elegance with the Chanel Classic Flap Maxi Shoulder Bag. Crafted with luxurious lambskin leather and 24k gold plated hardware, this stunning bag exudes sophistica...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Advent Calendar Christmas Limited Edition N5 Collectible 100 Anniversary
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Chanel 2021 Advent Calendar, sold out worldwide in minutes! Collectible item. The box is opened, unsealed. The contents are new, never used...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Camel Quilted Shinny Calfskin Large Chanel 22 Bag
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
New pre-owned Chanel 22 bag crafted in a light and supple shinny quilted calfskin leather. It features a metal chain interlaced with leather and a “CHANE...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel Multicolor Suede and Nylon CC Low Top Sneakers Size 40
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Coming in a classic silhouette, these Chanel sneakers are a seamless combination of luxury, comfort, and style. These sneakers are designed with signature details and comfortable ins...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Timeless Jumbo single flap shoulder bag in black quilted lambskin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Majestic​ ​Chanel​ ​Timeless/Classic​ ​Jumbo​ ​single​ ​flap​ ​shoulder​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​black​ ​quilted​ ​lambskin​ ​leather,​ ​with​ ​gold-tone​ ​metal​ ​trim,​ ​a​ ​gold-tone​ ​metal​...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel belt 1980s
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Belt composed of several golden metal chain rows and ending with a sphere ornamented with a CC. A 2cc3 Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lager...
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1980s French Chanel

Chanel Vintage 24K Black Quilted Lambskin Maxi XL Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Vintage 24K Black Quilted Lambskin Maxi XL Flap Bag SKU: 138382 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes out of style, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Vintage 1992 Black Gold Crystal Embellished CC Satin Diagonal Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing the little black 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 black ...
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1990s French Chanel

CHANEL cream wool 2006 06A BRAID TRIM TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel tweed jacket in cream wool (with 3% nylon). Features a contrast braided trim in black, beige and cream, four patch pockets and a notched lapel. Closes with a an...
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Early 2000s Chanel

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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.
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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.
  • 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.
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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.
  • 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.
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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.
  • 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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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    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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