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Chanel

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In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.

The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.

Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.

But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.

In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. 

Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.

Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic. 

After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.

Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.

Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

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Designer: Chanel
CHANEL 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 5K$ Cara Delevingne Style Teddy Sleeves Cashmere Jumper 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ Collectors Chanel jumper with fluffy  ~ teddy ~  sleeves from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ As seen on Cara Delevingne on Catwalk Size mark 34 FR / ov...
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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

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 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 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

Chanel New CC Turnlocks Cashmere Cardigan 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Iconic Chanel cashmere cardigan with CC Turnlock closures ~ same as seen in 2024 Fall Collection, 24A - made of 100% cashmere in dark navy colour (almost black) Size mark 38 FR / Con...
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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 Collectible Guitar Minaudière Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Chanel Métiers d'Art Collectible Guitar Minaudière Clutch Bag is a rare find for fashion collectors and luxury handbag enthusiasts. A true statement piece, this designer collect...
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2010s European Chanel

Chanel New Paris / Salzburg Beige Denim Embroidered Shorts 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Brown Denim Shorts with Eagle Buttons Paris–Salzburg 2015 Métiers d’Art Collection by Karl Lagerfeld  ~ A statement piece that fuses alpine charm with modern Chanel allure—i...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black wool & silk 2007 07A PLEATED Cocktail Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sleeveless knee-length cocktail dress in back wool (100%) with top and bottom part in black silk (100%). Opens with four rhinestone buttons and a hidden zipper ...
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Early 2000s 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 black quilted leather 23C MONTE CARLOHEART Loafers Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel loafers in black quilted lambskin leather. Feature decorative gold-tone CC heart turnlock on the front and chunky sole with block heel. Have been worn and are i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel dotted dress 1990s
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Long transparent black dress with an iridescent dot pattern and lace. Golden metal buttons with a clover pattern. Size 38FR indicated. Condition: Very good condition Dimen...
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1990s French Chanel

Rare Chanel Vintage Cruise 1994 Quilted Black White Logo 94C Bikini Swimsuit
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Ultra-rare black quilted bikini from Chanel’s Cruise 1994 collection, famously worn by Claudia Schiffer and later by Miley Cyrus. This iconic two-piece features Chanel’s signature di...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Boots EU39 Navy Denim Wedge Heel
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel wedge heel boots in navy blue denim style canvas, straight upper, compensated heel, almond toe. Size EU39: heel 8.5 cm, insole 25 cm, height ...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL Vintage 90s Size 10 Black Cream Silk Camisole Camellia Dress Top
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage CHANEL BOUTIQUE 1990s dress top in a cream and black silk featuring a camisole style, pleated front, black bow with signature camellia brooch, and back hidden buttons & snaps...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL coral pink leather 2017 17P TRENDY CC SMALL Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Trendy CC Small Top Handle Bag in coral pink lambskin with gold hardware and metal plate engraved with "CHANEL" on the top...
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2010s French 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 2007 Top dentelle FR38 Black Nude Lace Top Tank UK10 US8
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel top from the PE2007 collection by Karl Lagerfeld with thin straps in black lace embroidered on a flesh-colored polyester gauze, trimmed with black braid under the chest and on...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL purple suede QUILTED CLASSIC BALLET Flats Shoes 38.5 fit 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel CC quilted classic flats in purple suede with grosgrain trim. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. Measurements Model REV G26250 Imprinted Size 38.5...
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2010s Chanel

Black edge to edge jacket jacket with large chain edge CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black edge to edge jacket jacket with large chain edge. The fabric composition tag has been cut but the main fabric is probably a mix of wool and silk. And the branded lining is prob...
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2010s European Chanel

CHANEL 2018 gold leather Roman Columns architectural gladiator sandals EU36
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2018 gold leather Roman Columns architectural gladiator sandals EU36 Reference: GEGG/A00231 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 2018 Material: Leather Color: Go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

2006SS Chanel Black White Silk Tweed Coat FR38
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel mid-length coat from SS2006 collection in silk tweed with houndstooth pattern enhanced with silver thread, straight, slightly flared shape, shawl collar closed with 2 ties to ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

2015 Chanel Classique Long Wallet Zipped
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Long zipped wallet Classic companion series in black quilted leather closed with a long silver metal zip, red leather interior with 18 card slots (!), 4 slots for bills or papers, a ...
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2010s French Chanel

1985 Timeless Classique Black Leather Vanity Hand bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Classic or Timeless series vanity bag in quilted black leather, burgundy vinyl interior signed Chanel with one zipped pocket and two patch pockets, double-slide zip closure, b...
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1980s French Chanel

CHANEL black quilted leather Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel wallet with stitched stripes in grey. Open with a push-button and is lined in black lambskin and logo nylon. The design is divid...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL cream, pink & grey 2004 TWEED SMALL FLAP Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2004 small flap bag in cream, grey and dusty pink tweed with large dark silver CC logo and interlocking clasp featuring classic chain and beige leather shoulder...
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Early 2000s French 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 beige peach Caviar leather SMALL WAVY HOBO Shoulder Bag NM375
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Wavy Hobo Small shoulder bag in beige-peach Caviar leather. Features a front flap pocket with magnetic snap, an open back pocket, light gold-tone hardware. Line...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel Black Quilted Timeless Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Signature interlocking CC logo - Silver-tone hardware - Diamond quilted lambskin leather - Top bar and kiss lock  - Main compartment - Internal zip fastening compartment P...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel

Chanel S/S 2008 CC Logo Monogram Print Cutout Mesh Ruffled Silk Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in Naples, FL
Chanel S/S 2008 CC Logo Monogram Print Cutout Mesh Ruffled Silk Mini Dress Size: FR 36 Chanel black and white mini dress featuring interlocking iconic CC logo print throughout, ruf...
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Early 2000s Chanel

Chanel S/S 1993 Vintage Black Cream Camellia Print 93P Corset Top
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is a rare and collectible vintage Chanel corset-style top from the Spring 1993 collection. Designed during Karl Lagerfeld’s tenure, it features a st...
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1990s French Chanel

CHANEL Blouse and pants suit F/W 2012
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Collection Fall-Winter 2012 Suit: Blouse and pants Purple lace, fringe trims 41% rayon 32% cotton 19% nylon 4% polyurethane 2% polyester 2% glass Lining 100% rayon Blouse siz...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel 1999 Sac 2.55 Ecru Wool Jersey Dark Silver Shoulder Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel bag model 2.55 format 24 in ecru wool jersey with horizontal quilting, 2.55 clasp with logo and shoulder strap (carried on the shoulder and crossbody) in aged silver metal cha...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Classic Flap Rectangular Mini Navy Lambskin 2013-2014
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: VERY GOOD This previously owned and used item is in very good condition with some signs of use. Light creases on the leather especially around the base. The color was pro...
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2010s French Chanel

Pink terry cloth trouser with branded button CHANEL Resort 2024
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink terry cloth trouser with branded button. Silk lining from the waist until mid-thigh. Invisible zip closure on the left side + branded button and buttonhole closure. Pocket on th...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Iconic Paris / Edinburgh Black & Tartan Tweed Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
The most recognisable black and tartan tweed jacket Chanel from Paris / EDINBURGH Collection, Metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld ~ As seen on many celebs and in magazines! Size mark 40 ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel SS2012 Jupe FR50 Camelia Quilted Denim Skirt US20
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel skirt Spring Summer 2012 collection by Karl Lagerfeld in washed denim and quilted with a geometric pattern dotted with camellias, belt with loops, 2 slit pockets on the sides,...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL white black viscose 20202 20B OVERSIZED LUREX TWEED Jacket 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel lurex tweed jacket is crafted from a luxurious blend of white, black, and cream polyester (35%), viscose (28%), polyamide (19%), cotton (10%), metallized f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

CHANEL purple cotton 2020 20C FOUR POCKET TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel collarless tweed jacket in purple cotton (100%). Features a slight V-neck, four buttoned patch pockets and shoulder patches. Closes with concealed hook and eyes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

1986-88 Chanel Black Patent Leather Handbag w/Entrupy COA and Card
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
What a classic! This vintage 1986-88 black patent leather has a push lock closure. It is in amazing condition given its age with only a few minor scratches on the lining. The lining ...
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1980s French Chanel

Chanel New Silver Grey Tweed Jacket with Bow 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
New Chanel shimmering silver grey jacket with signature bow at neck ~ from OUTER SPACE Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 42 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo massive buttons ...
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2010s Chanel

Coco Chanel Early Poured Glass Sea Serpent Belt
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel Early Poured Glass Haute Couture Belt. Designed as a series of swag chains with emerald poured glass stations. Classically Baroque in the Chanel idiom with sea serpent...
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1960s French Baroque Revival Chanel

Mid 1990s Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Flap Bag with 24K Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Timeless and highly collectable Chanel jumbo flap bag by Karl Lagerfeld dating from 1996/1997. Crafted from Chanel's iconic supple black quilted lambskin leather with very substantia...
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1990s French Chanel

CHANEL black silk 2003 03A CHIFFON & LACE Tank Top Shirt 42 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel spaghetti strap tank-top in black sheer lace silk chiffon. Closes with two hook and eyelets in the back. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. 2003 Fall...
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Early 2000s Chanel

CHANEL red white cotton 2019 ICONIC LOGO CROPPED Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2019 cropped cardigan in white, red and black cotton (97%) and elastane (3%). Features the 'Chanel' logo in black on the front and long sleeves. Opens with six ...
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2010s Chanel

2006 Chanel Black Leather Lady Braid Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
2006 Lady Braid Tote by Karl Lagerfeld from one of Chanel’s most coveted early-2000s collections. Large and crafted from unstructured distressed black leather with contrasting silver...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Navy blue silk chiffon cocktail dress pleated and top-stitched CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue silk chiffon cocktail dress pleated, draped and top-stitched. Invisible zip closure on the middle back + hook&eye. SIZE 38 on tag but fit more likely 34/ XS
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL beige leather 2019 19B LOGO FLAT Ankle Boots Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel fold-over flat ankle boots in beige lambskin leather. Feature black embroidered logo lettering around the ankle and grosgrain toe cap...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL blue canvas Ballet Flats Shoes 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel classic ballet flats in blue and grey canvas with midnight blue cap toe. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. Measurements Imprinted Size 38 Shoe Si...
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2010s Chanel

Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL pistachios & pink cashmere 2011 11P CONTRAST TRIM Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel v-neck cardigan in pistachio green cashmere (100%) with pink contrast trim. The design features pistachio green and gold-tone CC logo buttons. Has been worn and...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black white CLASSIC MEDIUM TWEED TIMELESS DOBULE FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Classic Medium Timeless Double Flap Bag in black, ivory and beige tweed featuring silver-tone hardware. Open pocket on the back. Closes with classic CC-turn-loc...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel Legendary Paris / Salzburg Navy Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
One of the most coveted and iconic Chanel jackets in all history! Chanel navy tweed jacket ~ from Ad Campaign of Paris / SALZBURG ~ 2015 Metiers d'Art Collection by Karl Lagerfeld - ...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Timeless CC Gripoix Buttons Navy Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Timeless Chanel navy tweed jacket with jewel CC buttons ~ statement piece beyond time and trends! Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - contrast collar with stitching, faux cuts ...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL BOUTIQUE beige & navy wool STRIPED TWEED Jacket S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Boutique striped open tweed blazer in ivory and navy blue wool blend (missing tag). The design features softly padded shoulders, two front patch pockets and on ...
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1990s Chanel

Chanel The Metropolitan Museum of Art Hardcover Book circa 2005
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel The Metropolitan Museum of Art hardcover book c 2005 A beautiful collection of Chanel's luxurious garments; with fine and costume jewelry designs Showcases the exquisite co...
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Early 2000s American Chanel

CHANEL red suede 2019 19K BLOCK HEEL LACE UP Boots Shoes 39
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel block-heel lace-up boots in red suede with black cap toe. The design features textured gold-tone shoelace eyelets and a CC logo zipper on the heel. Have been wo...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL cream black leather CC logo two tone monochrome toe cap flats EU37
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL cream black leather CC logo two tone monochrome toe cap flats EU37 Reference: CNPG/A00131 Brand: Chanel Material: Leather Color: Nude, Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Slip On Li...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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.
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    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 ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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
    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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To date your Chanel bag, first check the serial number, which can reveal when the bag was made (a quick search online can be of help). Chanel began including serial numbers at the bottom of its bags in the mid-1980s. Between six and eight digits long, depending on date of release, they indicate the bag style and year of manufacture, and their formatting has changed regularly over the years. If your bag’s serial number has eight digits, it was made between 2005 and now. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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