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Chanel

French

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 09C CC 2009 CRUISE Sport velour tracksuit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 09C CC 2009 CRUISE Sport velour tracksuit Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: 2009 cruise sport line Country of production: Italy Dimensions:...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

Chanel 2024 Green Caviar Leather Quilted Mini Coco Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Green Caviar Leather Quilted Mini Coco Handle Flap Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2024 Color: Green Hardware: Pale goldtone Materials: Caviar leather Lining: Leather ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel X/L Reverso Boy Bag In Alligator Skin & Patent Leather
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel X/L Reverso Boy Bag In Alligator Skin & Patent Leather  Black shoulder bag crafted from exotic skin edged with diamond stitched patent leather. Designed with fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL 2023 Runway pink yellow multicolor tweed CC button long coat FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2023 Runway pink yellow multicolor tweed CC button long coat FR36 S Reference: LAYU/A00067 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 2023 - Runway Material: Wool, Bl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel Black Leather Gold Kiss Lock Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful vintage black leather clutch with ornate gold chain strap. Timeless elegant vintage black leather clutch, a statement piece that embodies sophistication and old-worn charm....
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Beige Quilted Caviar Medium Coco Top Handle Handbag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Beige Quilted Caviar Medium Coco Top Handle Bag SKU: 141925 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Intrinsically Chanel, the medium Coco top handle bag wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

F/W 2013 Chanel lambskin leather pleated skirt runway collection
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel lambskin leather pleated skirt runway collection: F/W 2013 size 36 made in France color: black condition: gently used composition: 100% lambskin lining: 100% silk Mea...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Black Boucle Three Piece Suit with Floral Multicolor Chiffon Trim Vintage
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel vintage 2000s black three piece suit featuring skirt, shell top, and open front jacket in a nubby boucle like fabric, trimmed in multicolor abstract floral print chiffon from ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel Black Quilted Shearling Paris Hamburg Small Backpack
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Shearling Paris Hamburg Small Backpack SKU: 139433 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comm...
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21st Century and Contemporary 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 CC Black Leather Combat Boots Size 40
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer these Chanel Black Combat Boots: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Combat Boots - Condition: Good Co...
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2010s European Chanel

Chanel Vintage Classic Flap Mini Square Red Lambskin 24k Gold HW, 1989-1991
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Vintage Classic Flap Mini Square Red Lambskin 24k Gold HW, 1989-1991 These are professional photos of the actual bag. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved/ preowned authentic...
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1980s French Chanel

Chanel Earthtone Linen Blend Skirt Suit with Mesh Detail - 38 - 99P
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Earthtone Linen Blend Skirt Suit with Mesh Detail - 38 - 99P. This set is in excellent condition and has a very unique look. The fabric is a m...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel 1990 Drawstring Bucket Quilted Two Tone Light Blue Lambskin Leather Hobo
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Drawstring Bucket Quilted Two Tone Light Blue Lambskin Leather Hobo Bag 1990 {Vintage 34 Years} Gold plated hardware CC stitched at b...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Black Quilted Vintage Headband
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare and collectible black quilted headband. Black, white and platinum lambskin. Excellent condition with original tag. One size fits all. Comes with original dust cover.
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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

Chanel 6022-Q c 716/11 61 16 120 White Women Sunglasses, Made in Italy CC logo
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 6022-Q c 716/11 61 16 120 White Women Sunglasses, Made in Italy CC logo Pre Loved Chanel double CC logo on the side White Women Sunglasses, Medium size Brand name : CHANEL Model : LOGO CC Manufacturer number : 6022-Q Sex : Woman Retail price : 545 euros Pre Loved No sunglasses box...
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2010s Italian Chanel

CHANEL black cotton 2017 17P LACE COCKTAIL Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sleeveless cocktail dress in black lace cotton (60%), rayon (25%) and nylon (15%). Features a tailored, knee-length silhouette, spaghetti straps, fringed edges ...
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2010s 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 CC Buttons Woven Silk Ensemble
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel ensemble ~ jacket and skirt ~ made of luxurious woven silk ~ timeless and elegant piece! - CC logo buttons Size mark for the jacket 42 FR, size mark for the skirt 4...
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2010s 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 2017 Space Reissue Charms Icons Mademoiselle Flap Bag Limited Edition
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Quilted Chanel 226 reissue black lambskin space charm flap with mademoiselle closure and reissue chain Year: 2017 Silver hardware Space astronomy inspired charms Interior flap zippe...
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2010s French Chanel

Graphic plateform sandals with ankle straps Chanel SS 2013
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Graphic platform sandals with white leather ankle straps and buckle closure. Heel height : 10 cm Platform : 3 cm SHOE SIZE : 36
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2010s Italian Chanel

CHANEL petrol blue nylon COCO COCOON LARGE Messenger Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Large Cocoon messenger bag in petrol blue nylon with leather trimming and silver-tone hardware. The design features a big zipper pocke...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Splash Interlocking CC Printed Ivory Silk Scarf
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Splash Interlocking CC Printed Ivory Silk Scarf is a timeless accessory that effortlessly embodies the brand's renowned luxury and sophistication. Crafted from pure silk, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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 Black Multi Camelia Slides - Size 35.5
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Multi Camelia Slides with sequin. Size 35.5. These heeled slides from Chanel will bring you effortless style. They have been c...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Rome Runway Exquisite Jimper 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Exquisite and sublime Chanel jumper with lace embroidery decor ~ from Runway of Paris / ROME Collection by Karl Lagerfeld - CC logo charm with Roman profile at waist - luxurious comp...
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2010s Chanel

2010 Chanel Jacket FR38 Black Chainlink Trim Cardigan
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jacket circa Spring Summer 2010 in black crochet thread (probably synthetic) in a partially openwork pattern above the chest and at the waist, entirely lined with blackened si...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Small Classic Double Flap Handbag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Small Classic Double Flap Bag SKU: 138296 MSRP: 9600.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes...
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21st Century and Contemporary 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 KissLock Frame Bag Purple Pink Cloth 2000-2003
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: GOOD This preloved / preowned multicolor Chanel handbag is in good condition with moderate signs of wear. Light rubbing around the corners. Stains on the outside and insi...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel CC Giant Logo Runway Jeans 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel flare jeans with CC Strass embellishment ~ from Runway of SAINT-TROPEZ Cruise Collection - CC logo Gripoix buttons at front Size mark 34 FR. Kept unworn
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black tweed jacket with CC Gripoix jewel buttons ~ from Runway of Paris / BOMBAY Collection ~ metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld - made of black cotton tweed - elegant f...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Portobello Quilted Calfskin/Tweed
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Portobello Quilted Aged Calfskin and Tweed bag features black quilted aged calfskin leather and tweed, a flat leather top handle and aged silver-tone hardware. Its CC tur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Multi colored Silk Skirt-38 from the runway of the 2000 Spring/Summer collection. This adorable Chanel skirt is in excellent condition, it has minimal sign of use. It is made ...
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Early 2000s French 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

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 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 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

Chanel Keira Knightley Style Lesage Tweed Skirt 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel lesage tweed skirt with velvet trim : as seen on Keira Knightley ! Boutique price 3,680$ - CC logo Eagle charm at waist - beautiful black Lesage tweed with multicolou...
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2010s 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 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

Lustrous bronze caméra leather bag with chain shoulder strap Chanel Numbered
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Lustrous bronze caméra leather bag with chain shoulder strap.2 outside pocket with zip and one flat without. Burgundy cotton lining. Topstitched. Height: 16 cm Width: 27 cm Depth: 1...
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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 2024 Dark Red Small Trendy CC Dual Handle Flap
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 2024 Dark Red Lambskin Quilted Small Trendy CC Dual Handle Flap Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2024 Color: Dark red  Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Lambskin Lining: Bu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Crystal Embellished Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Crystal Embellished Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4815 Brand: Chanel Model: Mini Flap Bag Type: Shoulder Serial Number: 0538367 A...
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1980s French 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

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

2022 Chanel Butterfly Sequins Multicolor Lambskin Leather Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 2022 Chanel Butterfly Sequins Multicolor Lambskin Leather Mini Flap Bag is a rare limited-edition masterpiece that embodies exquisite craftsmanship and avant-garde design. Adorne...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel White Quilted Lambskin Pearl Crush Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel White Quilted Lambskin Pearl Crush Mini Flap Bag SKU: 140381 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes out of style, the f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Black cashmere sweater with flowers and beads fringes embellishment Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cashmere sweater with flowers and beads fringes embellishment. SIZE 42 / L
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Rare Paris / Edinburgh CC Gripoix Buttons Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rarest, collectible Chanel tartan tweed coat with emerald leather trim from Runway of fairy Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld, 2013 metiers d'Art ~ Boutique price ov...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL pink & black 2007 07P FRINGE TRIM TWEED Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel A-Line dress in pink and black cotton (42%), acrylic (19%) and polyester (19%). Features frayed finishing on the shoulder straps, neckline and hem. Closes with ...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel Black Leather Jacket With Quilted Pockets 1992
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for 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 90s Black Calfskin CC Chain XL Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Chanel Vintage CC Chain Shopper Tote. This stunning tote, circa 90s, is crafted of luxuriously smooth Calfskin leather in black. The bag features a large, stitched CC quilted logo an...
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1990s French 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 Timeless/Classic double Flap shoulder bag in beige , CC Logo, Vintage
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Timeless/Classic double Flap shoulder bag in beige quilted lambskin, CC logo, Vintage Chanel Shoulder Bag Pre owned Vintage Comes with original Chanel dust bag and Box Neutral...
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Early 2000s French 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.
  • 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.

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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.
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    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 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 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.
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