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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
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Chanel Iconic 2020 Ad Campaign Maxi Black Shimmer Dress 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New famous Chanel black shimmering dress from AD Campaign of 2020 Fall Collection by Virginie Viard! As seen on Ad Billboards all over the world! - CC logo gold-tone buttons - flared...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 11K$ New Pharrell Williams Style Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ Look # 1 from Chanel ~ Paris in ROME ~ 2016 Metiers d'Art Collection  Famous check tweed jacket / coat as seen on Ad Campaign of opulent Paris / ROME Collection ~ As seen on Pharre...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 9K$ Melania Trump Style Black Tweed Jacket with Chains 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel black tweed jacket with chain trim ~ from Paris / SALZBURG Collection~ as seen on Melania TRUMP ! ~ Boutique price ca. 9,000$ Size mark 34 FR / Condition: never worn...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel CC Logo Runway Maxi Cashmere Dress And Giant Shawl 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New stunning Chanel 100% Cashmere set (dress and 2,7 meters scarf) with CC Logo pattern - from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection, 2013 Metiers d'Art, 13A Boutique price for only...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Timeless CC Buttons Black Boucle Tweed Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel black boucle tweed jacket ~ absolutely timeless and elegant piece ~ beyond time and trends! Size mark 42 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo Iridescent buttons with Lion ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel CC Logo Buttons Dress Chain Embellishment 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel anthracite fantasy tweed dress with metallic chain embellishment. CC logo buttons at front, fully lined with silk. Size mark 34 FR / Condition is pristine
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Rarest Paris / Miami CC Heart Patches Black Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectors Chanel black tweed jacket with Giant CC Heart Logo patches at cuffs and back ! ~ from Paris / MIAMI Cruise Collection - CC logo Heart button at center front - black silk ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Apres Ski Style CC Logo Buttons Black Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Lightweight Puffer Jacket with Logo Buttons ~ Effortlessly merging utility with unmistakable Parisian chic, this Chanel lightweight puffer jacket redefines outerwear with a ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel CC Pearl Buttons Black Shimmer Tweed Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black tweed jacket with silver shimmering ~ as seen on many celebs and it-girls around the world~ Size mark 42 FR / Condition: pristine - massive pearly buttons with...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 14K$ New Iridescent Leather Shearling Jacket 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Outstanding Chanel leather jacket in pastels with iridescent shimmering coating ~ opens to calfskin fluffy leather from inside ~ Boutique price was over 14,000$ - gold-tone CC logo ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 8K$ New Tweed and Leather Runway Dress 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Tweed & Leather Dress – Fall 2013 Globalization Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ this striking Chanel dress is a masterclass in architectural tailoring and textile innovation ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Iconic Kylie Jenner Style Logo Bomber 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel bomber jacket with CC logo pattern : from 2019 COCO Neige Collection : as seen on Kylie Jenner and Cardi B! - CC logo zipper at front Size mark 36 FR / Condition: neve...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Iconic 2020 Ad Campaign Maxi Black Shimmer Dress 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New famous Chanel black shimmering dress from AD Campaign of 2020 Fall Collection by Virginie Viard! ~ As seen on Ad Billboards all over the world! Size mark 34 FR / Condition: never...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Greece Jewel Belt Lesage Tweed Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Lesage Tweed Dress – Paris-Greece 2018 Cruise Collection ~ An ode to craftsmanship and mythic elegance, this CHANEL dress from the ~ Paris-Greece 2018 Cruise Collection ~ by ...
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2010s 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 New Paris Cosmopolite Runway Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel black tweed jacket from ~ Runway of Paris / COSMOPOLITE 2017 Metiers d'Art Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Retail price was over 12,000$ ️ Size mark 40 FR / Condition: never ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 7K$ Floral Embellished Runway Tweed Dress 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel Runway tweed dress with flower embellishment from 2010 Spring COUNTRYSIDE / RURAL Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld ~ as seen on magazine covers and on many celebs! Bou...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Collectors Paris / Edinburgh Gripoix Buttons Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Marvellous Chanel tartan tweed coat from Runway of fairy Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld, 2013 metiers d'Art Boutique price over 12,000$ - masterpiece CC logo jewe...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Red Tartan Jacket 52 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Red Tartan Tweed Jacket – Paris-Édimbourg 2013 Collection Designed by Karl Lagerfeld A striking ode to Scottish heritage, this Chanel red tartan tweed jacket from Paris / ED...
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2010s 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 / Condition: never worn
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 12K$ New Cara Delevingne Style Fluffy Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~As seen on Cara Delevingne in the Vogue magazine! New black fluffy tweed jacket / coat from Runway of GLOBALIZATION Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Boutique price over 12,000$ Size ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 11K$ New Paris / Versailles Baroque Style Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ A romantic tribute to the opulence of Versailles, this pastel pink tweed jacket from Chanel’s 2013 Cruise Collection ~~ The jacket evokes the graceful grandeur of 18th-century co...
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2010s 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 Paris / Shanghai CC Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Paris-Shanghai Metiers d’Art 2010 Collection Black Tweed Jacket with Braided Trim ~ Evoking the cinematic elegance of East-meets-West, this black tweed jacket from Chanel’s ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Rome Tweed Dress with Cassette Trim 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel blue & grey silk tweed dress ~ from Paris / ROME Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 34 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo 'Roman' profile buttons - 'cassette' r...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Emerald Green Tweed Jacket with CC Gripoix Buttons 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel emerald green tweed jacket with CC logo jewel Gripoix buttons ! ~ As seen on on Look # 1 on Catwalk and in Ad Campaign CRYSTALS Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ! Size ma...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Rare Stunning Tweed Dress Coat 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rare Chanel stunning tweed dress coat. From Fall 2007 Collection Karl Lagerfeld. Size 44 FR, condition is pristine.
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel 11K$ New Iconic Yellow Tweed Dress with Belt 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely stunning Chanel lemon yellow tweed dress with leather CC belt from 2012 Cruise Collection in Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc - Iconic piece ! As seen on many celebs - Retail price...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Anna Wintour Style Sequin Cashmere Jacket 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectible Chanel grey cashmere jacket with iridescent 'mermaid 'sequins embellishment ~ as seen om style icon Anna Wintour ! - CC logo 'shake hands' buttons - stunning 'mermaid' e...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Airport Collection CC Buttons Navy Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel navy tweed jacket with giant CC logo buttons at cuffs ~ from AIRPORT Collection by Karl Lagerfeld - tonal silk lining - beautiful Lesage boucle tweed in many and black Siz...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel black tweed jacket with metallic threads ~ from Runway of Paris / Shanghai Collection, metiers d'Art Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo silver tone 'antique...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New 2022 CC Logo Cardigan Hoodie 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New fabulous Chanel black cashmere hoodie / cardigan with CC logo and Lucky Symbols pattern from 2022 Spring Collection. Price on other sources starts at 6,000$ - CC logo hardware em...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Jewel Embellished Dress 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel black quilted dress from Paris / SHANGHAI Collection ~ Metiers d'Art 2010 by Karl Lagerfeld - CC logo buttons - embellished with beads Size mark 40 fr / Condition is...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Ad Campaign Pastel Pink Tweed And Denim Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel pastel pink tweed jacket with denim trim from 2018 Spring Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ As seen in Ad Campaign and on many celebs! - CC logo silver-tone buttons - fu...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Tartan Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A highly coveted and sought after Chanel jacket! Iconic Tartan cashmere jacket from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection ~ As seen on Miranda Kerr and other celebs, on magazine co...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Singapore CC Buttons Lesage Tweed Ensemble 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel lesage tweed ensemble ~ timeless jacket and a matching skirt ~ from Paris / SINGAPORE Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 36 FR for both pieces / Condition:...
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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 CC Logo & Lion Cashmere Jumper
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel pure cashmere navy jumper ~ hand painted with Lions (symbols of Chanel House) and CC logo Size mark 34 FR / Condition is pristine, no signs of wear
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 7K$ Paris / Dubai CC Logo Silk Taffeta Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Stunning Chanel jacket made of most luxurious material - silk taffeta with CC logo and floral pattern. From Runway of 2015 Cruise Collection Paris / DUBAI by Mr Karl Lagerfeld, 15C....
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Arctic Collection Runway Fringe Tweed Ensemble 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Fabulous Chanel ecru tweed ensemble ~ cape jacket & dress ~ from Runway of ARCTIC Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ iconic piece ~ as seen in AD Campaign of that season! Size mark 38 FR...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 8K$ New Paris / Edinburgh Runway Cashmere Coat 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New stunning Chanel cashmere coat from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection, 2013 Metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld ~ Boutique price 7,680$ Size mark 42 FR / never worn - black suede...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel black tweed jacket with metallic threads ~ from Runway of Paris / Shanghai Collection, metiers d'Art - CC logo silver tone 'antique coin' buttons - black silk lining, chai...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / London Jewel and Chains Jumper 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rarest collectible Chanel striped cashmere jumper with jewel embellishment & metallic chains ~ from Runway of Paris / LONDON Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 36 FR / Condition:...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Dubai CC Gripoix Buttons Tweed Vest 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel navy tweed dress with marvellous CC jewel Gripoix buttons ~ from Runway of Paris / DUBAI Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 46 FR / Condition: never worn - tona...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Cuba Bestseller Cardi Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel most famous cardi jacket from Paris / CUBA Collection, 2017 Cruise : as seen on Catwalk! Bestseller of the Collection - CC logo jewel charm at waist. Size marl 36 FR / Con...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Supermarket Collection Mustard Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rare Chanel mustard tweed jacket ~ from AD Campaign of legendary SUPERMARKET Collection ~ by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 36 FR / Condition: never worn - noble complicated colours: musta...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Rare Paris / Salzburg Relaxed Cashmere Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely fabulous Chanel beige cashmere jacket ~ from Runway of Paris / SALZBURG ~ Collection by Karl Lagerfeld - noblest colour palette: etoupe beige cashmere / with emerald woven...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Singapore CC Logo Camellias Dress 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Highly recognisable Chanel black dress with CC Camellias pattern : from Paris / SINGAPORE Cruise Collection : as seen on Katy Perry ! - CC logo buttons at shoulders Size mark 34 FR /...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Airport Collection CC Buttons Jumper 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Navy blue fitted jumper with charming Basque ~ from AIRPORT Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 36 FR / Condition is pristine
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 14K$ Celeb Style Black Ribbon Tweed Jacket Rare 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Luxurious Chanel jacket made of most expensive ribbon lesage tweed : from Runway of Paris / DUBAI 2015 Cruise Collection, 15C Boutique price was over 14,000$ - CC logo jewel buttons ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Exquisite Black Ribbon Tweed Skirt 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Exquisite Chanel black skirt made of most precious Lesage Ribbon tweed ~ today's boutique prices start from 5,000$ for similar item - CC logo charm at waist - black silk lining Size ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Edinburgh Chain Embellished Mitten Gloves
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Exquisite Chanel tweed and leather mitten gloves ~ embellished with metallic chains ~ from Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by maestro Lagerfeld - CC logo Lionhead charm Size mark 8 / ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Versailles Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Absolutely stunning Chanel lesage tweed jacket : from Runway of Paris / VERSAILLES Collection - CC logo jewel charm on the side - tonal silk lining with camellias Size mark 36 FR / C...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Byzance Gripoix Buttons Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Gorgeous and rare Chanel navy jacket with jewel Gripoix buttons ~ from Runway of Paris / BYZANCE Collection ~ Metiers d'Art by Maestro Lagerfeld Size mark 40 FR / Condition: never w...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Edinburgh Tartan Sleeves Runway Cardigan 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New collectors Chanel cashmere cardigan with tartan sleeves ~ from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo plaid bu...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 8K$ New Gisele Bundchen Style New Couture Trousers 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rarest Chanel black suede leggings with leather Edelweiss applique : from Ad Campaign of fairy Paris / SALZBURG Collection, 2015 Metiers d'Art Collection Size mark 36 FR / Condition:...
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2010s 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 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

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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.
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    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.

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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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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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