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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 white red blue cashmere 20S STRIPED KNIT Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jacket in white knit cashmere (100%) is a striking nod to nautical elegance. Designed with a fitted silhouette, it showcases bold navy blue and red chunky ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL red cashmere 2020 20C LONG Cardigan Sweater 42 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel long cardigan in red cashmere combines timeless elegance with a touch of classic contrast. It features a deep V-neck, accented by black and camel striped t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Vintage S/S1995 Barbie Black Gold CC Sweetheart Cropped 95P Belted Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The Chanel Spring/Summer 1995 'Barbie' collection is a real gem for any vintage lover, and this  belted jacket seen on supermodels Claudia Schiffer, Cindy Crawford, and Navia Nguyen ...
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1990s French Chanel

CHANEL blue 1996-99 CC DENIM TORTOISE CHAIN Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel shopper in blue denim offers a casual yet elevated take on a house classic. Featuring contrasting orange stitching and the iconic CC logo on the front, it’...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

CHANEL cream cashmere 20B CARGO TRACK SWEAT Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel cargo track pants in cream jersey knit offer luxurious comfort in a blend of cashmere (65%), silk (23%), polyamide (11%), and elastane (1%). Designed with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Velour Logo Set – 1996
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
An iconic two-piece set from Chanel’s 1996 collection, featuring the signature all-over CC logo in plush black velour. This set includes a short-sleeve top and matching mini skirt, b...
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1990s Chanel

CHANEL Creations Muted Gray - Green Wool Coat with C.C. Buttons c 1980s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
CHANEL Creations muted gray - green wool coat with C.C. buttons c 1980s The stylish winter gauge wool coat is designed with a rounded stand-up collar Adorned with five burnished bras...
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1980s French Chanel

CHANEL 2002 Red White Blue CC Surf Wave Print Stretch Short Sleeve Top
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Thiensville, WI
CHANEL 2002 Red White Blue CC Surf Wave Print Stretch Short Sleeve Top Brand / Manufacturer: Chanel Collection: The Surf Line 2002 Label(s): Numbered - 02S / P19539V11371 Designer...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel Limited Edition Wicker Petanque Bocce Ball Set
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extremely rare vintage Chanel bocce ball set that’s also famously worn by celebrities as a picnic basket handbag. Crafted from two-tone woven wicker, it features the iconic interlock...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Dallas Runway Cashmere Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Super stylish Chanel black anthracite cashmere jacket with "faux leather" effect coating ~ from Runway of Paris / DALLAS Collection ~ 2014 Metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 4...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel CC Closures Burgundy Tweed Parka Coat 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel black & burgundy tweed duffle coat with CC logo closures ~ as seen on Princess of Monaco Caroline! Size mark 42 FR / Condition: never worn - signature braided metalli...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel mini Black gold CC Heart Necklace, locker crossbody bag NWOT
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel mini CC locket heart crossbody bag, necklace Black diamond quilted bag, with gold tone hardware, CC logo and gold tone hardware. Width: 3", ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel 2011 Sac Cabas 2.55 Light Gold Tote Shoulder Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel bag series 2.55 Cabas model Medium format in aged pale gold leather, large patch pocket in front below the 2.55 clasp in blackened silver metal, interior in beige canvas with ...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel 2008 Pantalon Jean Slim FR36 Ecru Cotton Denim Bootcut Pants Jeans US27
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jeans from the SS2008 collection in ecru cotton, straight leg fitted on the thigh, medium waist closed by a zip and 2 buttons including 1 with the Chanel logo. Size 36FR or US...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL black silk shiny leather 2023 23S Loafers Shoes 41.5 fit 41
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel loafers in black shiny calfskin featuring metal logo lettering on the heel. Brand new. Come with dust bag. 2023 Spring/Summer Measurements Model 23S G39190 X...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel 9K$ Paris / Dallas Black Tweed Jacket with Metal Studs 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
This black tweed jacket from Chanel’s ~ Paris-Dallas 2014 Métiers d’Art Collection ~ is a striking embodiment of Western romanticism fused with Parisian couture precision / ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel bow belt 2002
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal jewelry belt with costume pearls and glass pearls. The buckle represents a glass paste bow. 2002 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic dire...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL silver 2020 20B SEQUIN TWEED Slingback Flats Shoes 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel slingback flats in grey, black and golden lurex tweed embellished with silver sequins with a black grosgrain fabric cap toe. Have been worn and are in excellent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel 9K$ Cara Delevingne Style Lesage Tweed Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel lesage tweed jacket with CC logo buttons ~ as seen on Cara Delevingne in AD Campaign of Paris / Versailles Cruise 2013 Collection Size mark 40 FR / Condition is prist...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL suit pink jacket and dress S/S 1996
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL S/S 1996 Suit pink tweed wool jacket and dress 90% wool 10% nylon Lining: 100% silk Size FR 42 Made in France Excellent conditions Flat measures Jacket: Length cm. 49 ...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel CC Logo Black Silk Blouse
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel black silk shirt with CC logo pattern allover - CC logo buttons at center and cuffs Size mark 40 FR. Condition: pristine, kept unworn
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2010s Chanel

2004 Chanel Pink Silk CC Classique Single Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Timeless or Classic Series single flap bag in pink silk satin printed with multicolored polka dots, the black polka dots being signed with the CC logo, flap closure with quart...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel Sac Cocoon Nylon Black PM Bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Cocoon or Coco Cocoon model bag (reversible) in black quilted polyamide canvas, one large pocket closed with a silver metal zip, burgundy canvas interior equipped with a large...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL black mesh 2020 20P CRYSTAL TOP Ankle Boots Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel ankle boots in black mesh. Features crystal embellished toe cap with CC, suede trims and block heel. Open with zippers in the back. Have been worn once or twice...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL white leather & gold 17A COSMOPOLITE TWEED LOW-TOP Sneakers Shoes 36.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel low-top sneakers feature a beige and gold lurex tweed upper, complemented by sleek white leather sides and soles. The design is finished with CC embossing...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel CC Camellia Celestial Shimmer Trench Coat 44
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel COCO Brasserie Collection 2015 by Maestro Lagerfeld 
Celestial Shimmer CC Camellia Trench Coat ~ A coat woven with silent incantations, this Chanel trench from Karl Lagerfe...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL multicolor wool blend 2022 22K TWEED MAXI Skirt 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel tweed maxi skirt is crafted from a luxurious blend of multicolor wool (34%), acrylic (34%), cotton (14%), alpaca (8%), pol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel 11K$ New Supermarket Collection Black Tweed Coat 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Most Iconic Chanel black tweed coat / jacket ~ from Runway of SUPERMARKET Collection ~ by Maestro Lagerfeld ~ Boutique price over 11,000$ Size mark 46 FR / Condition: never worn - ma...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Camillia Scarf
By Chanel
Located in Alford, MA
Chanel vintage silk camellia scarf featuring a pale pink ground scattered with white camellias and accented by green leaves. Chanel printed in green capital letters at bottom right. ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Navy Quilted Lambskin Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld navy quilted lambskin leather double flap bag featuring gold tone hardware with iconic CC turnlock closure, signature interwoven metal and leather shoulder/c...
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1980s French Chanel

Chanel Mini Kelly Shopping bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Chanel Mini Kelly Shopping Bag is made from shiny aged calfskin with a quilted design. It features a long crossbody chain strap for comfortable wear. The aged gold hardware, inc...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL midnight blue CC TWEED & LEATHER FINGERLESS Gloves 7.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel fingerless gloves combine elegance and functionality, crafted in diagonally striped tweed in midnight blue and white with a midnight blue leather undersid...
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2010s Unknown Chanel

Chanel New Pink Camellia Round Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel Camellia Evening Flower Cross body Bag features golden-toned hardware and is perfect accessory for any special occasion. Comes with ribbon, card, booklet, original dustcov...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

White cotton batting deck pants CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White cotton batting deck pants. Branded buttons closure on the top front. Sample SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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2010s Italian Chanel

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

A 1990s Vintage Pink Leather Tote Bag By Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage Chanel tote bag is crafted from pink quilted leather, featuring the brand's signature diamond-stitched pattern. It is accented by the iconic interlocking CC logo in silv...
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Late 20th Century Italian Chanel

CHANEL black 2016 CROC KNEE-HIGH Boots Shoes 39.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel knee-high boots are crafted from luxurious black crocodile leather, offering a bold and sophisticated look. Featuring a round toe, stacked heel, and the i...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Classic Vintage Caviar CC Black Diamond Quilted Timeless Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic Chanel Classic Vintage Caviar CC Black Diamond Quilted Timeless Clutch Bag Crafted of black diamond quilted caviar leather. The clutch features a polished silver kiss ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

CHANEL coral pink leather 22S FUNKY TOWN SMALL Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Funky Town small flap bag is crafted from coral pink quilted lambskin leather, offering a playful yet sophisticated look. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel 15K$ Incredible Ribbon Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Incredible Chanel jacket ~ made of most precious Ribbon lesage tweed - pure beauty and excellence in every detail! ~ the price of similar jacket in boutique starts now from 18,000$ /...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Chic Beige Linen & Cotton Blend Skirt Suit c 2000 Size 40
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Chic beige linen & cotton blend skirt suit. French Size 40 The stylish linen blend skirt suit is designed with a loose boxy jacket Paired wit...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL cream viscose 05P SEQUIN FRINGE TRIM TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel collarless tweed jacket in cream viscose (40%), cotton (20%), nylon (15%), polyester (15%), and silk (10%) is a refined statement piece. Embellished with c...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel New Legendary Jewel Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Legendary Chanel black lesage tweed jacket with masterpiece CC Jewel Buttons ~ as seen on many celebs and in magazines! // Size mark 34 FR / Condition: Never worn // - CC jewel G...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL white 2020 20P TWEED ESPADRILLES Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel espadrilles in white tweed featuring signature black leather cap toe and CC logo. Have been worn once and are in virtually new condition. 2020 Pre-Spring Mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL black satin 2022 22K PEARL HEEL Sandals Shoes 41 fit 40
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel ankle-strap sandals in black satin embellished with a off-white CC logo pearl at the heel. Brand new. 2022 Fall/Winter Measurements Model 22K G39616 Imprinte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL black quilted lambskin leather TIMELESS CLASSIC LARGE Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Classic Large Timeless Double Flap shoulder bag in black lambskin featuring silver-tone hardware. Open pocket on the back. Closes with classic CC-turn-lock on t...
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2010s French Chanel

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

06P 2006 Chanel Long Leather Jacket / Coat / Trench
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
06P 2006 Chanel Long Leather Jacket / Coat / Trench Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Chanel Spring / Summer 2006 / S/S Style: 06P / P28186C00001 / AN699 Marked size: 44 FR Count...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel Rare Paris / Venice Maritime Cardigan 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rare Chanel maritime striped cardigan from Paris / VENICE Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld - CC logo gold-tone buttons with lionheads Size mark 38 FR. Kept unworn
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black leather 15B ROUND TOE Pumps Shoes 41.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel round-toe pumps in smooth black leather, featuring a discreet platform for added height and comfort. These elegant pumps are accented with a gold-tone CC ...
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2010s Chanel

Burgundy leather shoulder bag CHANEL Limited Edition PNY 2006 Numbered
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Burgundy leather shoulder bag. Clasp to middle front. Pocket on both outside side with gather. One inside pocket with zip closure. Satin lining. Numbered : 10915445 + Authenticity ca...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel CC Pearl Buttons Woven Lesage Tweed Jacket in Pastels 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel woven tweed jacket with CC logo Pearl buttons ~ from Runway of 2013 Spring Karl Lagerfeld Collection Size mark 40 FR / Condition: never worn - colours and details lik...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black leather 2022 22S LARGE HEART Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Heart bag in black quilted leather with light gold-plated hardware. Features a flap pocket on the front with CC turn-lock, an open pocket on the back and classi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

CHANEL black iridescent calf SQUARE MINI Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel quilted mini shoulder bag in black aged calfskin featuring antique gold-tone hardware and tonal stitching details. The design comes with a classic CC turn-lock ...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Paris / Greece Jewel Belt Tweed Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New stunning Chanel shimmer tweed Dres with CC Jewel belt ~ from Runway of Paris / GREECE Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld - made of beautiful Lesage tweed with iridescent shimmer...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Rare 2010 CC Barrowwheel Buttons Beige Jacket 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectors Chanel beige jacket with masterpiece CC buttons ~ from Runway of 2010 Spring Collection ~ by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 44 FR / Condition:...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 13K$ CC Gripoix Sequinned Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Luxurious Chanel black & red jacket made of most precious Lesage tweed with sequin embellishment. From Catwalk of 2010 Spring Collection! Boutique price over 12,000 $ : sequinned jac...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black quilted aged leather 2.55 REISSUE 225 MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2.55 Reissue 225 double flap bag in black aged calfskin featuring classic diamond quilted stitchings. Opens with a turn-lock to a black and burgundy smooth calf...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld 14P Runway cream black patent sock boots EU37.5
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld 14P Runway cream black patent sock boots EU37.5 Reference: GEGG/A00230 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 14P - Runway Material: Patent Leather,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

CHANEL black vinyl 2003 03P COCO WINDOW POCHETTE Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel clear and black vinyl Coco Window pochette. Opens with a zipper on top and features a black plastic chain strap and whimsical window scene design. Unlined. Come...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

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Find an extraordinary range of authentic Chanel fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, blue, pink and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Hermès, Christian Dior, and Takashi Murakami appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Chanel fashion from top boutiques around the world. Chanel fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $118 and tops out at $300,000, while the average work can sell for $3,194.
Questions About Chanel
  • 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.
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    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, some vintage Chanel bags have real gold on their chain straps and hardware. Specifically, Chanel utilized 24-karat gold alloy plating on its pieces prior to 2008. After that, Chanel switched to a gold-tone metal that doesn't contain pure gold. Shop a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
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    A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
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    Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Chanel in France in 1883, was a fashion designer who got her nickname during her short-lived career as a cabaret singer. In 1910, she opened a boutique in Paris to sell her hats, which were beloved by the popular French actresses of the era. Her success with hats led her to open the first Chanel Couture House five years later, where she designed and sold women’s sportswear made of jersey — which until then was used to make men’s underwear. Her revolutionary style catapulted her to fame, and in the decades that followed, Coco Chanel remained on the cutting edge of fashion, creating modern, timeless clothing, perfumes and accessories — and, of course, her iconic bags, which are revered to this day. Shop a collection of Chanel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    The Chanel brand is owned by brothers Alain and Gerard Wertheimer. The Wertheimer brothers, whose grandfather acquired Chanel with his brother in 1924, are very private, known as the fashion industry’s “quietest billionaires.” The brand’s founder, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, saw the purchase by French brothers Pierre and Paul Wertheimer as an opportunity to reach more customers, but she tried unsuccessfully to regain control of the house in 1941. Shop our Chanel collection of vintage and new bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
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    The first Coco Chanel fashion shows were reportedly held on rue Cambon in Paris.

    The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in the French capital at 31 rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, 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. The ground floor housed the boutique, while the area upstairs was utilized for a salon for couture fittings as well as a space for models to show off Chanel's present collections.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    There are a few reasons why Chanel bags are so expensive. For one thing, much of the work that goes into producing them is done by hand, making labor costs for the bags high. The French luxury fashion house also uses costly fine materials, such as genuine leather. In addition, the rich heritage of the brand and the iconic status of many of its bags make the demand for Chanel's pieces greater than the supply, which leads to higher prices. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell how old Chanel is, first look for a date stamp. Chanel started using a numerical marking system on its pieces in 1986. By comparing the first two digits of this number to information published on trusted online resources, you can determine approximately when the French luxury fashion house produced it. For older pieces, you can conduct research using online references or consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. Find a variety of Chanel bags, apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 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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