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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 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

White crochet backless wedding dress or summer dress Chanel Resort 2023
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White crochet backless wedding dress or summer dress. Pocket on both side with branded button. Silver metal and rhinestone brooch on the top middle back. SIZE 38 (Fr) M Show piece/...
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2010s Unknown 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 Crossbody Lego Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce "collector's piece" Chanel Lego bag in "black and clear" plexiglass/acrylic. Very good condition, micro scratches. No hologram because the bag ...
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2010s French Chanel

Chanel Silk Chiffon Tiered Cocktail Dress by Lagerfeld
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Sharon, CT
Based on the classic Coco Chanel Tiered Cocktail Dress, Karl Lagerfeld's homage is printed with a transparent black repeated floral and CC logo pattern. EU appx size 36-38.
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Early 2000s French Chanel

Chanel 1994 Veste FR38 Pink Wool Tweed Long Jacket UK10 US8
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jacket from the AH1994 collection by Karl Lagerfeld in pink wool tweed trimmed with matching frayed trim, notched collar closed by a single hook, 4 patch pockets, long sleeves...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Black Leather Sock Boots with Stiletto Heel, 2000s
By Chanel
Located in Berlin, DE
These chic Chanel black leather sock boots exude understated Parisian elegance, blending sleek minimalism with subtle house detailing. Crafted in Italy from supple black leather, the...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

Chanel New Beige Cashmere Shawl
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Beige Cashmere Shawl is in a beautiful natural tone and features a fringed edge that will complement any outfit.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel

Chanel FW 1994 Runway Jacket and Skirt
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Chanel dark grey jacket and skirt from fall winter 1994 ready to wear collection. Rare collector’s runway set in excellent condition! Front zip and Chanel CC logo press studs closur...
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1990s French Chanel

CHANEL petrol silk 2006 06C ASYMMETRIC PLEAT TRIM MIDI Dress 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel one-shoulder cocktail dress in dark petrol blue silk (100%). Features pleated trim with black satin band and asymmetric hem. Opens with a concealed zipper and i...
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Early 2000s Chanel

CHANEL nude white grey cotton 2022 22K DOUBLE BREASTED TWEED Jacket 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Fall/Winter 2022 double breasted tweed jacket in black, blue, gray, nude and off-white cotton (42%), wool (19%), polyamide (18%), polyester (18%) and cashmere (3%). Features two 'CC' buttoned patch pockets on the front and epaulettes on the cuffs. Opens with crystal embellished 'CC' buttons on the front. Lined in nude silk (100%) and has a gold signature chain alongside the inside hemline. Brand new, with tags. Measurements Model Chanel22K...
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21st Century and Contemporary 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

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

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 Haute Couture Silk Trompe l'oiel Tweed Suit
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Silk twill 2 pc. suit in olive,pink,purple and cornflower blue on white ground. Signature topstitching in olive green silk with pink silk piping. Gilt filigree buttons with silk prin...
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1960s French Chanel

Chanel Pink Tweed Crystal Sakura Flower Classic Flap Bag Silicone SHW 68348
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68348 Chanel 16C Pink Tweed Crystal Sakura Flower Classic Medium Double Flap Bag Silicone SHW With silicone flowers, crystal hardware, interior metal plaque. From 2016 ...
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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 leather 2006 06P BELTED CROPPED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel belted jacket in black calfskin leather (100%). Features a notched lable, falp pockets on the front and quilted cuffs and be...
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Early 2000s Chanel

CHANEL Legendary Paris / Cuba Little Black Jacket 34
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ A modern relic of Couture history, this jacket from the legendary Paris / CUBA 2017 Cruise Collection continues the lineage of Chanel’s most iconic black jackets — A coveted crea...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black Aged Calfskin leather GABRIELLE SMALL HOBO Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Gabrielle Small Hobo bag is crafted in black quilted Aged Calfskin leather with a smooth leather base, offering a rich textural contrast. It features a ver...
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2010s French Chanel

CHANEL black suede 2019 19B CHAIN TRIM BLOCK HEEL Pumps Shoes 37.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel block-heel pumps in black suede featuring grosgrain fabric cap toe with silver-tone chain trim. Have been worn and show some faint allover wear to the suede and...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Vintage White Caviar Grand Shopper Tote GST Bag SHW 68748
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68748 For 20 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintage and collectible accessories by searching closets around the world. ...
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Early 2000s Chanel

CHANEL 21P pink cotton tweed CC button double breasted cropped jacket FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 21P pink cotton tweed CC button double breasted cropped jacket FR38 M Reference: TGAS/E00843 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 21P Material: Cotton, Blend Col...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

CHANEL black patent leather 23A DAKAR LOGO PENNY Loafers Shoes 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel loafers are crafted from black patent calfskin and feature silver-tone logo lettering set on the signature Chanel chain for a luxurious touch. A CC metal ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Classique Bag on belt Leather Black OS
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel mini belt bag from the Timeless or Classic series in quilted leather and blackened silver metal, small flap closed with a magnetic snap top...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel 1994 Vintage Black Nylon Canvas Chunky Chain Tote Bag 24k GHW 68644
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68644 This Chanel 1994 Vintage Black Nylon Canvas Chunky Chain Tote Bag 24k GHW is a vintage runway classic. In a lightweight nylon fabric, the nylon canvas material is...
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1990s Chanel

Chanel Paris / Edinburgh Gripoix Buttons Tartan Tweed Coat 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A collectible artifact from one of Chanel’s most storied Métiers d’Art Collections Paris / EDINBURGH, 2013 by Karl Lagerfeld More than a coat, it is an intersection of heritage ...
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2010s Chanel

Black top-stitched patent leather shoulder bag CHANEL Numbered / 2008-2009
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black top-stitched patent leather shoulder bag. Snap closure on the middle front under the flap. Grey satin lining. One pocket inside with zip closure. Authenticity card. Numbered. ...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

CHANEL black & white silk 2007 07P HOUNDSTOOTH TWEED OPEN Jacket S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2007 open houndstooth tweed jacket in light off-white, grey, navy and black silk (50%), linen (35%) and wool (15%) featuring fringed edges and two patch pockets...
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Early 2000s 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

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 & Karl Lagerfeld 2005 Brown and multicolor wool-blend plaid tweed coat
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 2005 Brown and multicolor wool-blend plaid tweed coat Designer: Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Fall / winter 2005 Country of production: France Chanel ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL blue washed cotton 18A HAMBRUG DRAWSTRING Jeans Pants 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel boyfriend jeans are crafted in washed blue denim cotton (100%), offering a relaxed silhouette with wide legs that taper slightly into cuffed hems. The clas...
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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 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 navy & black 2012 12P PANELLED TWEED Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel panelled tweed dress in navy blue and black acrylic (43%), nylon (23%), polyester (20%) and viscose (14%). Features printed silk waist insert and flared bottom ...
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2010s 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 Iconic Jennie Kim Style Tweed Jacket Dress 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Iconic Tweed Jacket Dress — Spring 2020 by Virginie Viard ~ Immortalized in the Spring 2020 campaign, worn by Jennie Kim and other icons of modern myth, this piece transcen...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL black & multi fabric 21S 19 MEDIUM GRAFFITI Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel 19 Medium shoulder bag in black nylon fabric showcases a vibrant multicolor Chanel icons print, inspired by neon signs. Featuring mixed hardware—including ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel

Chanel 2006 Small Patent Flap Bag Kiss lock Multi Compartment Shoulder Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2006 Small Patent Flap Bag Kiss lock Multi Compartment Shoulder Tote Bag Silver Hardware Classic Flap with Interlocking CC Logo at front Quilted Pattern & Chain-Link Accent C...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

Brown leather dress with short-sleeves CHANEL
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown leather dress with short-sleeves. No lining. Branded button and buttonhole closure in the middle front. Pockets on both side. Cut-work. No lining. SIZE 40 (Fr) L
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Early 2000s French Chanel

CHANEL black & pink wool blend 23K TWEED Jacket 44 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jacket in black and pale pink tweed is crafted from a luxurious blend of wool (84%), polyamide (11%), polyurethane (3%), and acrylic (2%), featuring a refi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Chanel Large Boy Bag Flap Quilted Lambskin Navy Blue Leather CC Logo Crossbody
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
- Navy blue exterior - Silver colored hardware - Lambskin leather - Comes with dustbag and authenticity card Condition: The bag is in overall great condition there are some s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Off-white lurex tweed and leather pump with pearly pearl on heel Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white lurex tweed and leather pump with branded "CC" pearly pearl on heel. Shoes size : 37 (It) Height of the heels= 6,5 cm Never worn.
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Fall 1991 Collection 28 Size 42 Lime Green Belted Vintage 90s Skirt Suit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and iconic Chanel Fall / Winter 1991 lime green belted skirt suit ! Deigned by Karl Lagerfeld. Signature soft tweed wool with silk lining. Lining features the CC logo throughout...
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1990s French Chanel

CHANEL vanilla 2003 03C CAFE MARLY SEQUIN MIDI Skirt 42 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sequin midi skirt in vanilla silk (100%). Features square sequins through-out, flared silhouette and CC detail at the waist. Closes with a concealed zipper in t...
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Early 2000s Chanel

CHANEL Iconic Camellias Motifs Jacquard Jacket 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Jacquard Shimmering Jacket with 3D Camellia Pattern — Airlines 2016 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A flight into Couture transcendence, this Chanel jacket emerges from Kar...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel Vintage S/S 1995 Pink Multicolor Plaid Barbie 95P Tweed Jacket Suit
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This pink plaid tweed suit is one of the most recognizable looks from Chanel’s Spring/Summer 1995 collection. The same style was worn by Rosemarie Wetzel on the runway and later seen...
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1990s French Chanel

Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo Brown Lambskin Leather Single Flap Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Jumbo Brown Lambskin Leather Single Flap Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Embrace luxury with this timeless Cha...
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2010s French 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

CHANEL New Legendary Jewel Buttons Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Legendary Black Jewel Tweed Jacket ~ Runway of the Fall 2011 Collection — Karl Lagerfeld ~ A relic of Chanel Couture mythology, this jacket stands as one of the most covete...
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2010s Chanel

Chanel 95P Vintage "Barbie" Round Vanity Bag Beige Patent 24k GHW 68832
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68832 From Karl Lagerfeld's Chanel 1995 Spring runway "Barbie" collection, as seen on Claudia Schiffer and other supermodels, with black CC logo and rigid woven chain han...
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1990s Chanel

CHANEL dark grey cashmere 18A STRIPED DOUBLE-BREASTED MIDI Coat Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel midi coat in dark grey cashmere (74%) and wool (26%) with light grey fine stripes. Features a tailored silhouette, mock neck, two flap pockets at the waist and ...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld Y2k White Pony Skin Black patent leather Ballet Flat Pumps
By Chanel
Located in Sheffield, GB
Classic CHANEL by Karl Lagerfeld White Pony Skin & Black patent leather Ballet Flat Pumps featuring large CC Logo on the heal, contrast Leather Toe and rubber soles. Size; UK 4.5 / E...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel

CHANEL black leather OVER KNEE BLOCK HEEL Boots Shoes 37
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel over-knee boots in black smooth lambskin leather with signature patent toe tip. Open with a zipper to a light beige satin lining. Have been worn and show some s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel

Vintage Chanel Classic Navy Lambskin Small Flap Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Houston, US
Brand: Chanel Gender: Ladies Height: 6.00 inches Width: 7.75 inches Depth: 2.50 inches Weight: 390.00 grams Vintage Chanel Classic Navy Lambskin Small Flap Crossbody Shoulder ...
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Late 20th Century French Chanel

Chanel jacket Summer 2010
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in Italy) White crochet jacket with crocheted flower inlaying in red and blue tones. Size 34FR indicated. 2010 Spring-Summer Collection under the artistic direction of...
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2010s Italian Chanel

Chanel Deauville Black Leather Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Two top handles - Gold-tone hardware - Open top - Main compartment - Comes with dust bag - Strap length 35cm / Handle length 12cm - Condition: Excellent This pre-loved bag ...
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2010s European Chanel

CHANEL cream cotton 12P FLAP POCKET TWEED PENCIL Skirt 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel skirt in cream tweed cotton (100%) embodies timeless elegance. Designed with a straight knee-length silhouette, it features two buttoned triangle flap pock...
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2010s Chanel

CHANEL Paris / New-York Collectors Tweed Jacket with Camellias 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL · Collectible Camellia Tweed Jacket with Jewel Gripoix Buttons Boutique price once over $11,000 — now a treasure consecrated for true connoisseurs ~ Born on the Runway of ...
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Early 2000s Chanel

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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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    The double C logo is the logo of the French luxury fashion house Chanel. Its founder, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, designed the logo in 1925. Her initials served as its inspiration. Today, the iconic logo appears on many of Chanel's handbags, jewelry pieces and other items. Explore a wide range of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 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
    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.
  • 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
    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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