In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.
The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.
Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.
But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.
In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.
Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.
Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic.
After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.
Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.
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Graphic plateform sandals with ankle straps Chanel SS 2013
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Graphic platform sandals with white leather ankle straps and buckle closure. Heel height : 10 cm Platform : 3 cm SHOE SIZE : 36
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UNWORN Chanel Pre-Fall Metiers d'Art 2013 Denim Jeans Pants Knitted Waistband 42
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Chanel Métiers d’Art 2013 Knit-Trimmed Denim Jeans Pants Elevate your luxury denim collection with these exquisite dark navy skinny jeans from Karl Lagerfeld's iconic Chanel Métiers...
Chanel Runway Two-Tone Cavaliere Denim Boots Circa 2014
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These Chanel Runway Two-Tone Cavaliere Denim Boots are from Karl Lagerfeld’s Pre-Fall 2014 Dallas-themed runway collection. Made in Italy, they feature a two-tone, panel-stitched was...
1988 Chanel Red, Green, Yellow, and Blue Floral Scarf
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Striking Chanel cotton scarf featuring colourful camellia flowers in red, yellow, blue and green against a black and white geometric pattern. Finis...
Chanel Spring 2017 Navy & Silver Striped CC Button Knit Top
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Chanel knit top from the Spring 2017 collection. Look 31 on the runway. Unworn. Made from beautifully textured, intricately knitted navy, white and silver cotton/cashmere/si...
Chanel "Dream India" coat by Karl Lagerfeld, Métiers d'Art Autumn 2012
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - "Dream India" Collection, Métiers d'art ready-to-wear Pre-Fall 2012, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Long gray wool coat embroidered with small wool and sil...
Chanel Paris-Edinburgh Black Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Paris-Edinburgh flap bag in black features aged calfskin with a gunmetal chain and leather woven shoulder straps, exterior slot pocket at front, woven interior lining, in...
CHANEL ivory silk 2019 19K SHEER RUFFLED Blouse Shirt 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2019 sheer blouse in ivory silk (100%) with ruched detail at front that opens with seven lion head buttons in mother-of-pearl. Features a high collar and ruched...
CHANEL 01A Vintage gold CC logo button ribbed cropped cardigan FR42 L
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 01A Vintage gold CC logo button ribbed cropped cardigan FR42 L Reference: TGAS/D00452 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 01A Material: Nylon Color: Black Patte...
Chanel Vintage S/S 1995 Barbie Black White CC 95P Belt Linen Jumpsuit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Chanel Spring/Summer 1995 black and white linen jumpsuit, an iconic piece from Karl Lagerfeld’s highly collectible “Barbie” collection for Chanel. This striking jumpsuit closed the S...
CHANEL orange wool blend 1998 V-NECK KNIT Blazer Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Fall/Winter 1998 v-neck blazer in brown and orange wool (95%) and acrylic (5%). Features padded shoulders, two flap pockets on the front and buttoned cuffs. Ope...
CHANEL burgundy gold 2011 11K BRAID TRIM LUREX TWEED Jacket 44 XL
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel lurex tweed jacket in burgundy, black and gold wool (42%), nylon (25%), rayon (21%), mohair (9%) and polyster (3%). Features a braided trim, four pockets on the front and Gripoix jeweled buttons. Closes with buttons on the front. Lined in silk (100%). Has been worn and is in excellent condition. 2011 Fall/Winter Measurements Model Chanel11K...
CHANEL light beige silk shiny leather 2023 23S Loafers Shoes 41.5 fit 41
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel loafers in light beige shiny calfskin featuring metal logo lettering on the heel. Brand new. Come with dust bag. 2023 Spring/Summer Measurements Model 23S G39...
Chanel 1997 Sac Classique Black Patent Quilted Leather Box Hand Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Classic series bag in quilted patent leather, box shape opened from the top with a silver metal latch with CC logo, interior with a patch pocket, wide handle for hand or shoul...
CHANEL black cashmere 23S EMBELLISHED Sweater XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel sweater is a standout runway piece, exquisitely crafted in black cashmere (content and size tag missing). It features an all-over white CC and polka-dot ja...
CHANEL red wool & mohair 2014 DALLAS FRINGED KNIT Jacket L 14A
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2014 Dallas fringed knit jacket in red, sand and blue wool (85%), mohair (10%) and nylon (5%). Features long sleeves and four buttoned patch pockets on the front. Opens with six buttons on the front. Unlined. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Measurements Model Chanel14A...
CHANEL cream wool 17A COSMOPOLITE STUDDED TRIM TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jacket in cream tweed, an elevated silhouette finished with the house's intricate hand-applied detailing. Crafted from luxury wool (100%), this Chanel jacket is...
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 ...
CHANEL black leather 2018 18A HAMBURG PEARL CHAIN RIDING Boots Shoes 37.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel riding boots in black crinkled calfskin embellished embellished with detachable silver-tone pearl chain. The design features classic tonal cap toe and a zipper ...
CHANEL Vintage navy blue tweed gold CC buttons 4 pocket jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage navy blue tweed gold CC buttons 4 pocket jacket Reference: LNKO/A02113 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Feels like wool Color: Blue, Gold Pattern: Soli...
CHANEL pink alpaca 22A FLORENCE STRIPED KNIT Midi Skirt 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel skirt is crafted in pink, red, navy blue, purple, coral, and cream striped knit composed of alpaca (45%), silk (19%), polyamide (16%), wool (11%), lyocell ...
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...
Vintage Chanel XL Jumbo Black Quilted Lambskin Gold-Tone Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Chanel Gender: Ladies Length: 13.00 inches Height: 9.00 inches Depth: 4.00 inches Weight: 1,177.00 grams Vintage Chanel XL Jumbo Black Quilted Lambskin Gold-Tone Flap Sh...
Chanel Vintage Cream Wool Metallic Lurex Skirt Suit
By Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage open front cream wool boucle Chanel skirt suit with metallic gold lurex threads. The jacket has functional 3-button sleeve cuffs and front pockets. The inner lining is silk ...
CHANEL black & multi silk 2022 22S FLORAL CHIFFON MAXI Dress 42 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel floral maxi dress in black and multicolor silk chiffon (100%). Features semi-sheer top with collar and two decorative buttons on the front that opens with gold-...
CHANEL grey suede 2011 11K CHAIN TRIM WEDGE Ankle Boots Shoes 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel wedge boots in grey suede with chain-trim along the sole and black leather toe-cap. Open with a zipper on the inside. Have bee...
Black leather and suede coat with fringes CHANEL Les Métiers d'Art Paris Dallas
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black double breasted leather and suede coat with fringes. Main fabric composition: 35% lamb leather, 34% goat leather, 16% polyester, 9% cotton, 5% rayon. Silk lining. Branded butt...
CHANEL black wool STRAIGHT LEG Pants 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel straight pants in black wool (100%). With two pockets on the sides. Closes with welcro waist strap and black zipper on the front. Lined in black silk (100%). Ha...
Chanel Vintage S/S 1995 Barbie Periwinkle Lavender Tweed 95P Jacket Skirt Suit
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Chanel Spring/Summer 1995 periwinkle lavender tweed skirt suit, a rare and highly collectible look from Karl Lagerfeld’s iconic “Barbie” collection for Chanel. This beautiful two-pi...
Coco Mademoiselle Chanel Doll Designed By Karl Lagerfeld 2010
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% Authentic guaranteed Chanel designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Each doll has slightly different face because they where all handmade. Chanel Mademoiselle doll was designed by Karl Lagerfeld For Chanel windows and given as gift to special clients. Not every window that season had this doll displayed...
Chanel Fall 1994 Gold Leather CC Button Waistcoat Vest Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Absolutely incredible, super rare unworn vintage Chanel coat from the Fall 1996 runway. Made from thick bright red wool with a smooth red silk lining with stunning gilt Gripoix butto...
CHANEL Runway 25 Small light blue washed denim gold hardware bucket hobo bag
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Runway 25 Small light blue washed denim gold hardware bucket hobo bag Reference: KYCG/A00256 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Model: 25 Small Collection: Runway Material...
CHANEL 2011 Harrods Limited Edition Cabas green PVC North South Shopper bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2011 Harrods Limited Edition Cabas green PVC gold CC logo North South Shopper bag Reference: AEMA/A00162 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Fall/Winter 2011 "U...
Vintage Chanel Camellia Brooch with Leaves 80s-90s
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Vintage Cloth Camellia Brooch with green leaf detail. White/cream in color. Some yellowing present. Stamp present.
CHANEL black silk 2022 22C DUBAI CONTRAST TRIM KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel rib-knit dress in black silk (78%), polyamide (17%) and elastane (5%). Features contrast ivory striped trims, a crew neck, two buttons pockets, belt loop and ma...
1996–1997 Chanel denim Boston bag
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
1996–1997 Chanel denim Boston bag This Chanel Boston bag from 1996–1997 is crafted from blue denim with contrasting dark leather trim. Its spacious ...
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Small Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Small Classic Double Flap Bag SKU: Z159275 MSRP: 11300.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashio...
CHANEL cream leather 21P CHAIN TRIM CORK SLINGBACK Flats Shoes 37
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel slingback mules in white quilted calfskin leather. Feature rounded toes with contrasting black toe caps, black cord trim, and signature leather-interwoven chain...
CHANEL pink cashmere 24C LOS ANGELES PALM STRIPED Cardigan Sweater 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cardigan in a mélange of yellow and orange, pale pink and grey, and raspberry and purple intertwined stripes knit polyester (38%), cashmere (31%), polyamide (11...
1997 Chanel Runway Documented Fantasy Rainbow Wool Jacket
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This vibrant Chanel elongated jacket walked the runway as part of the Fall 1997 collection, under the creative direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Crafted from a fluffy fantasy tweed, the b...
CHANEL navy blue cotton 19C LA PAUSA TERRY CROP Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cropped cardigan in navy blue terrycloth in cotton (83%) and polyamide (17%). This luxury Chanel cardigan features a cropped silhouette with a relaxed, sporty e...
CHANEL beige white black metallic leather 2022 22P PLATFORM Sandals Shoes 38
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel lightweight platform sandals in beige smooth lambskin, black and white quilted leather and metallic silver ankle-strap featuring light gold-tone CC metal logo, ...
CHANEL white leather 2021 21S LOW TOP Sneakers Shoes 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2021 low-top sneakers in white smooth leather with a black & white rubber sole. Have been worn and show a faint scratch on the left shoe. Overall in excellent c...
Black silk knit cardigan CHANEL
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk knit cardigan. Branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. SIZE 48 (Fr) L
CHANEL pink wool & alpaca 20K FRINGE TRIM KNIT BOMBER Jacket 34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel chunky stripe knit bomber is crafted in pink wool (51%), alpaca (48%), and polyamide (1%). It features an oversized silhouette with a cropped length, a hig...
Chanel New Havana Cuba Scarf White Blue
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Havana Cuba Scarf in White and Blue. The bold design features blue writing on a white background. Brand new in unused condition.
CHANEL blacke wool PENCIL Skirt 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
Chanel classic skirt in black wool (76%), polyamide (13%) and silk (11%). Lined in black silk (100%). Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Matching jacket available in separa...
Chanel Archival Vintage Black Faux Fur "Yeti" Icicle Wedge Boots Circa 2010
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Chanel Black Faux Fur “Yeti” Icicle Wedge Boots are a pair of archival vintage from Karl Lagerfeld’s Fall/Winter 2010 ready-to-wear collection. The collection’s “Global Warming” them...
Chanel Vintage Beige Leather Bow Interlocking CC Pointed Toe Pumps Heels EU 41
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Eagan, MN
Chanel Vintage Beige Leather Bow Interlocking CC Pointed Toe Pumps Heels EU 41 Women's size EU 41 Shoe sizing is inconsistent across brands. It is recommended to know your sizing wi...
CHANEL Vintage Cream Tweed Two-Piece Suit with Camellia Buttons
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL Boutique vintage cream tweed two‑piece ensemble including a jacket and a matching skirt. This vintage Chanel tweed suit embodies the timeless elegance and refined craftsmansh...
Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Flap Bag with Black Leather Trim, 2025 Italy
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Chanel flap bag made in soft beige lambskin with the house’s diamond quilting, with every edge finished in a thick black leather whipstitch. The handworked border turns a fa...
Rare Chanel Seasonal Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Rare and sought after Chanel bag Mini Flap Caviar leather Black color Metal chain External pocket Internal zip pocket Cm 18 x 14 x 7 (7 x 5.5 x 2.75 inches) The bag comes in "as new"...
Chanel 2025 Navy Wool Cashmere Tailored Coat with CC Logo Buttons
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
An elegant and exceptionally rare Chanel tailored coat crafted from a luxurious wool and cashmere blend. This sophisticated full-length silhouette features sharp notch lapels, a flat...
Vintage Chanel Bow Interlocking CC Cap Toe Pointed Toe Slingback Pumps 35.5
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Chanel Bow Interlocking CC Cap Toe Pointed Toe Slingback Pumps 35.5 Color Beige / Black Size 35.5EU Heel Height 2.75in Leather upper Leather sole Pointed toe Stretch sling...
Chanel 2004 Vintage Lucky Clover Blue White Print Frame Bag GHW 69392
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 69392 The perfect summer canvas print bag - covered in four leaf clovers, CC logos bright and uniquely shaped with dual wooden top frame bars opening to a main central c...
Chanel Cambon Multi-pocket Ligne Reporter Bag Large Black Calfskin Leather White
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Cambon Multi-pocket Ligne Reporter Bag Large Black Calfskin Leather White Logo These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Named after the Cambon stree...
Chanel 25 Bag Small Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel 25 Bag Small Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: EXCELLENT This preloved item is in e...
CHANEL black wool blend 96P FOUR POCKET Jacket S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jacket is crafted in black serge wool (92%) and nylon (8%), offering a structured yet refined feel. It features a tailored, elongated silhouette with small...
Long powder pink cashmere cardigan CHANEL
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long pale pink cashmere cardigan with branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. Shoulder pad SIZE 42 (Fr)
CHANEL metallic gunmetal quilted leather 2011 CHAIN ME MEDIUM FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Chain Me Medium flap bag in metallic gunmetal quilted leather with leather-interwoven chain trim. Crafted in a refined, softly structured silhouette, this iconi...