1970's Chanel Haute Couture Bouclé Coat/Dress
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Superb raspberry wool bouclé Chanel haute couture coat dress from the mid 1970's. Single breasted classic silhouette with 2 patch pockets on ...
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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1970's Chanel Haute Couture Bouclé Coat/Dress
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Superb raspberry wool bouclé Chanel haute couture coat dress from the mid 1970's. Single breasted classic silhouette with 2 patch pockets on ...
CHANEL 13C Paris Versailles black sequin embellished cropped zip jacket FR36 S
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 13C Paris Versailles black sequin embellished cropped zippered jacket FR36 S Reference: NKLL/A00652 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Cruise 2013 "Paris-Versa...
Chanel Multi-color Silk Printed Dress & Coat Set - 42 - circa 1980's
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage Multi-color Silk Printed Dress & Coat Set - 42 - circa 1980's. This set is in good vintage condition with the main issue being a few small stains on the dress and a couple on the jacket which are not noticeable unless examined closely. One button is missing but the dress comes with 2 extra buttons on the inside and can easily be fixed.The dress is collared and buttons up with ruching in the middle. The kimono style coat...
Chanel Black Nylon Matelasse Chain Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This shoulder bag features a nylon body, silver-tone chain straps, zip around detail, front flap with interlocking CC twist lock closure, top zip closure, exterior slip pocket and in...
Chanel Clutch by Karl Lagerfeld, 2003
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 2003 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Clutch bag shaped like a guilloché-patterned silver-tone metal can. Clip closure; interior poc...
Thin padded black nylon jacket with zip in the middle front Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Thin padded black nylon jacket zip in the middle front. Fabric composition : 98% polyamide, 2% polyuretane. Padding: 100% polyester. Decorative snap on the middle front . Pockets clo...
White knit cardigan with rhinestone buttons Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White knit cardigan with rhinestone buttons ( with CC brand on the back of the button) Knit composition: rayon & polyester. SIZE M
$632Sale Price|30% Off
Le Grand No. de Chanel Playing Cards Game Rare Collectors Item Paris
By Chanel
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Very exceptional collectorsitem. "Le Grand Numéro de Chanel" is a special event and exhibition held by Chanel to celebrate the brand’s rich history with perfume, particularly the le...
$937Sale Price|25% Off
Chanel Classic Embossed CC Brown Caviar Leather Pumps
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel classic brown caviar leather pumps with embossed "CC" logo at the back. - Heels height: 14cm. - Size 37.5 Italy. -Please note that we have replaced a new h...
Chanel 2016 Tweed Medium Classic Double Flap Bag SHW 68594
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68594 In Multicolor tweed and silver hardware. For more than 22 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintage and collectib...
Chanel Dark Purple Quilted Lambskin Pearl Crush Mini Vanity Case With Chain
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Dark Purple Quilted Lambskin Pearl Crush Mini Vanity Case With Chain SKU: 156718 MSRP: 0.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped...
Chanel 2005 Tweed Limited Edition Collector’s Large Novelty Tote Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Tweed Limited Edition Collector’s Novelty Tote Top Handle Bag Year: Spring 2005 Silver hardware Black metallic wool tweed Leather trim Single metal top handle Interlocking c...
Chanel White Quilted Caviar Leather Double Chain Bow Moon Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel White Quilted Caviar Leather Double Chain Bow Moon Hobo Bag Product Details Brand: Chanel Model: Moon Hobo Bag Product Title: White Quilted Caviar Leather Double Chain Bow Mo...
Chanel 2010 Medium Shopping Travel Tote Bag Plush Diamond Quilted Caviar Leather
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Medium Shopping Travel Tote Bag Plush Diamond Quilted Caviar Leather Year: 2009-2010 Silver hardware Plush quilted caviar calfskin leather Raised CC Logo on each handle T...
$30,337Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL Black Velvet Gold Hardware Evening Shoulder Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1990 Collection Velvet Gold Tone Hardware 8.25” W x 9.5” H x 3.75” D Strap Length 24-26” 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
Chanel GST Grand Shopping Tote Red Caviar Matelasse Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Normal signs of use, wear and darkening on the four corners, chain wear, and scratches on the hard...
Chanel Break Shopping Tote Caviar/Tweed
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Coco Break Shopping Bag features blue caviar leather and a detachable tweed clutch and a leather intertwined ruthenium hardware strap. Includes dust cover. Hologram first...
Chanel 25A Black Shiny Crumpled Quilted Patent Small Bowling Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel 25A Black Shiny Crumpled Quilted Patent Small Bowling Bag SKU: 159513 MSRP: 5600.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fas...
Chanel Cruise 2009 Fine Knit Frilled Maxi Slip Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
Utterly exquisite, futuristic fairytale Chanel maxi dress from the Cruise 2009 collection. Look 32 on the runway. In amazing unworn condition. Made from super light, semi sheer cotto...
Chanel Haute Couture Silk Skirt Suit With Metal Thread Embroidery
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your collection with this Chanel Haute Couture suit dated to the 1960's.Embroidered with metal threads, this suit offers such a unique take on the iconic Chanel suit.The lini...
Chanel "Musical Accessories" Belt by Karl Lagerfeld, Spring 2004
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - "Musical Accessories" Ready-to-Wear Collection, Spring-Summer 2004, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Belt featuring decorative pearl beads and CC logos in ch...
Chanel Black New Line Travel Bag with Shoe Compartment 122c18
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Sticker: Darkened, Peeling Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 18" Width: 8" Height: 15" Handle Drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD minus CONDITION ( 6.75/10 or B- ) Signs o...
$31,996Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Runway Black Plexiglass Crystal Red Evening Shoulder Flap Bag in Box
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Chanel Runway Black Plexiglass Crystal Robot Red Evening Minaudière Shoulder Flap Bag in Box Plexiglass Crystal Faux Pearl Silver tone hardware Leather lining Pushlock closure Measu...
Chanel 2012 Turquoise Teal Nylon Stripe Quilted Classic Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Turquoise Teal Nylon Stripe Quilted Classic Flap Shoulder Bag Year: 2012 Silver hardware Striped nylon quliting Interwoven chain Interlocking CC clasp Interior zipper closur...
Chanel 2006 Soft Plush Quilted Distressed Leather Large Carry-On Travel Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2006 Soft Plush Quilted Distressed Leather Large Carry-On Travel Tote Bag 2006 {VINTAGE 18 Years} Silver hardware Black distressed quilted leather...
Chanel White Fantasy Fur CC Mini Top Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel White Fantasy Fur CC Mini Top Handle Flap Bag SKU: Z160202 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashion landscape quite like Cha...
CHANEL black & pink 2019 19P COLLARLESS BEADED TWEED Jacket 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel collarless tweed jacket in pink, black, green, blue and yellow polyamide (47%), polyester (28%), viscose (9%), cotton (8%), wool (5%) and polyurethane (3%). The...
Chanel 1980s Vintage quilted handbag and purse in caramel leather
By Chanel
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
Stunning vintage Chanel shoulder bag Beautiful with some signs of wear. See images. A truly unique and classic item. Amazing vintage 80s caramel leather Chanel bag and purse with fea...
Chanel Pink Quilted Tweed Pending CC Chain Bucket Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Pink Quilted Tweed Pending CC Chain Bucket Bag SKU: Z160223 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashion landscape quite like Ch...
CHANEL 16A Runway burgundy checked tweed cropped zip-up jacket FR40 M
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 16A Runway burgundy checked tweed cropped zip-up jacket FR40 M Reference: AEMA/A00124 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Fall/Winter 2016 Ready-to-Wear (16A / ...
CHANEL red wool 1996 96A TAILORED Coat Jacket 40 fits XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel vintage coat in red wool (100%). Features a tailored and flared silhouette, notched lapels with CC buttons, padded shoulders, buttoned cuffs and two slit pocket...
Chanel Dark Pink Mini Dress Sz.34
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
This elegant Chanel dress will light up your day. This dress will definately enhance your daily outfit with its dark pink colour. 63% cashmere, 33% cotton 4...
NEW Chanel Black CC Logo Flap Wallet - Full Set with Box & Card
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful CHANEL flap wallet A true CHANEL signature item that will last you for many years Ideal for notes, coins & cards Beautiful gold-colo...
Chanel Multichian Gold Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold shoulder bag with ruthenium multi chain decoration. Handle drop 7". Comes with hologram and original dust cover. Collection 9.
CHANEL 10A Paris Shanghai Runway black metallic checked qipao coat FR40
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 10A Paris Shanghai Runway black metallic checked qipao coat FR40 Reference: BMPA/A00270 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P38768V27959 Collection: 10A Metier 'Art ...
Chanel Bicolor Raffia Straw CC Logo Quilted Chain Basket Bag 858721
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Serial Number: None Made In: France Measurements: Length: 5.4" Width: 5.3" Height: 5.9" S...
$2,680
Chanel, tweed suit
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, tweed suit in black - white with gold and silver lurex and 2 pockets on the chest. The item is in very good condition.
New Chanel Multicolor Stripe Cashmere Scarf 52" Shawl
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel multicolor stripes cashmere and silk scarf with logo detail. Cashmere Silk Blend Measurements 52 L x 52
Sequin top with check pattern CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sequin top with check pattern . Invisible zip closure on the top middle back. Jersey lining. size 36 (Fr) S
CHANEL 23C white pink stripe logo charm short sleeve ribbed sweater FR40 L
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 23C white pink stripe logo charm short sleeve ribbed sweater FR40 L Reference: KYCG/A00003 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 23C Material: Cotton, Blend Color...
Black cashmere and cotton cardigan with beads embellishment CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cashmere (47%) and cotton (53%) cardigan with beads embellishment. Branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 44 (Fr) / XL
CHANEL black suede POINTE TOE Pumps Shoes 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pointed-toe pumps in black suede leather embellished with silver-tone CC logo on the heel. Have been worn and show some wear on the heel and the tip. Overall in...
Maison Gripoix for Chanel 1988 Openwork Gold Belt with Amber Glass
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Rare openwork golden-metal mughal-inspired belt with amber-colored poured glass and Swarovski rhinestones. Not signed jewelry. A Haute Couture Collection circa 1988 under th...
rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42 Reference: BMPA/A00262 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P51886W056888 Collection: 15A Me...
Chanel Medium Pink Tweed Crystal and Silicone Sakura Flower Flap Bag Silver HW
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Medium Pink Tweed Crystal and Silicone Sakura Flower Flap Bag Silver Hardware 2016-17 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Item Ships from Franc...
CHANEL silver leather PEARL T-STRAP FLAT Sandals Shoes 39.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel flat thong sandals in luminous metallic silver leather with elegant round toes and a refined T-strap adorned with faux pearls and a delicate metal bow. Slender ...
Chanel 2019 Pink Quilted Lambskin Large 19 Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Pink Quilted Lambskin Large 19 Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5187 Brand: Chanel Model: Large 19 Flap Bag Type: Top Handle, Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number: 29424096...
Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Spring 2017 Multicolor tweed jacket
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in CANNES, FR
Chanel x Karl Lagerfeld Spring/Summer 2017 Ready-to-Wear Collection Multicolored tweed zip-up jacket. Size 40. Very good condition (marks on the lining—see photos—barely visible).
Chanel 1996 Rare Vintage Top Handle Quilted Lambskin Small Vanity Kelly Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage Top Handle Quilted Lambskin Small Vanity Kelly Bag Year: 1996-1997 {Vintage 18 Years} Silver Hardware Slide over lock clasp Engraved metal frame with hinged fla...
Chanel Med Valentine Single Flap Bag Tri
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel medium classic single-flap bag is a tri-color bag in Pale Pink, Hot Pink and Red quilted lambskin leather with silvertone hardware and features, a front flap with signatu...
CHANEL 09A Paris Moscow black tweed leather lined CC logo jacket FR34 XS
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 09A Paris Moscow black tweed leather lined CC logo jacket FR34 XS Reference: NILI/A00005 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 09A Paris Moscow - Runway Material:...
CHANEL black leather 12A BOMBAY QUILTED Ankle Boots Shoes 39 G28410
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel panelled ankle boots in smooth black leather, detailed with signature quilted trims and matching quilted block heels for a refined house touch. Designed with ro...
Rare 1992 Chanel Runway Terrycloth Letter Logo Ecru Ivory Sweater Sweatshirt
By Chanel
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
From the legendary 1992 Spring runway comes this rare Chanel terrycloth sweatshirt, a cult favorite among collectors. First seen on the runway modeled by Beverly Peele, this piece en...
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Archive Y2K Chanel mesh mini dress with silk lining
By Chanel
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
This 2000's Chanel mesh mini dress is from the Karl Lagerfeld era and symbolises this exciting era of the famous French house. The dress is well fitte...
Chanel Kelly Mini Nano Black Velvet bag
By Chanel
Located in London, England
Chanel Kelly Mini Nano Black Velvet bag. Black velvet leather exterior, Gold-tone hardware CC turn-lock closure, Interwoven chain / leather strap Inner slip pocket. Brand new Sold w...
CHANEL Black Quilted Leather Cross Body Handbag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHANEL "Mini Chocolate flap" handbag in a black quilted featuring a CC gold chanel logo closure, and a leather satin flower detail. Item has box. Made in France. Very Good Pre-Owned...
Chanel White Quilted Lambskin Small Chanel 19 Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel White Quilted Lambskin Small Chanel 19 Flap Bag SKU: 141976 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes out of style, the fl...
Chanel Iridescent Gold Titanium Weightless Half-Frame Reading Glasses
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel wonderfully elegant iridescent gold titanium weightless half-frame reading glasses are accented with a single signature "CC" logo tangling ...
2006-2008 Chanel leather Essential bowler bag
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2006–2008 Chanel Essential leather bowler bag A timeless Chanel Essential Bowler bag from the 2006–2008 collections, crafted from supple leather with silver-tone hardware. Featuring...
$2,452Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Resort 2020 Women's Dark Navy Ribbed CC Logo Sweater Dress
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Comfy chic Chanel sweater dress from the Resort 2020 20P collection. New with tag/spare button. Made from heavy dark navy ribbed cotton with punched CC logo to the front and goldtone...