Chanel Brooches
Fashion legend Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s sole fine jewelry collection included some of the most exciting and original works ever made — she loved costume jewelry but simply couldn’t resist designing with diamonds. Today, whether or not a given design happens to bear the house’s iconic logo, vintage Chanel bracelets, pendant necklaces, earrings and other accessories lend a bold touch to any ensemble.
Chanel established her business as a Paris hat shop in 1910 and started selling clothing in 1913. She introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.”
Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.
The lyrical and bold Chanel designs centered on five motifs: fringe, ribbons, feathers, the sun and stars. A dramatic diamond fringe headpiece was worn over the brow, while a fringe bracelet draped down the palm. A ribbon was tied in a bow at the front of a necklace and the top of a headband. These textile motifs linked the collection to the couturier’s clothes.
Even as rave reviews flowed in from the members of the press who attended the collection’s single showing, the International Diamond Corporation caved to the demands of the men in the French jewelry industry who forcefully expressed their firm belief that a fashion designer, and a female one at that, didn’t have the talent to make important jewels. At the same time, they were worried that Chanel’s diamond necklaces, brooches, bracelets and other creations would compete with their collections and cut into their profits. The pieces were broken up after the exhibition, and a planned London showing was canceled.
Afterward, Chanel never designed another diamond jewelry collection. Instead, she focused on costume and the demi-fine pieces she made in collaboration with Fulco di Verdura, when he worked at Chanel during the 1930s.
In 1993, the House of Chanel revived its fine jewelry business. Over the years, it has made near-exact renditions of the 1932 designs and imagined new silhouettes incorporating the original five motifs, as well as other themes beloved by Chanel, such as the lion, representing her Leo zodiac sign, and camellia flowers.
Find a range of vintage Chanel earrings, watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Chanel
Vintage Chanel Golden CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning big vintage CC brooch by Chanel :
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Material : gold plated metal 24K
Couleur : gold
Dimensions : 5,5 x 4 cm
Hardware : gold plated metal
S...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Faux Pearl Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Faux Pearl Pin
*Marked 95
*Made in France
-Approximately 2" x 0.7"
-Very pretty and classic
-It is in an excellent condition.
AB2905-00631
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Golden Chanel Letters Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel brooch with gold C H A N E L letters, CC and pearl pendant
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Materials : gold plated metal, pearls
Color : golden, pearly
Dimensio...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel CC Gold And Crystal Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel CC Gold And Crystal Brooch. CC stamp in back. Made in Italy. There are several crystals within the CC that provide a great shine to the entire area.
Measurements approximatel...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Chanel Gold Logo Plaque Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic logo plaque brooch. Minor scratches and tarnishing on the hardware. Comes as is.
Category
2010s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Byzantine Brooch in Gold-Plated Metal, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gold-plated metal ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones. Jewelry from the beginning of the 1990s.
Add...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Lion Head Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Splendid Vintage Chanel lion head brooch.
Condition : very good
Made in France
Model : brooch
Color : gold
Material : metal
Dimensions : 5,2x5cm
Sta...
Category
Late 20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold CC Tear Drop Princess Crystal Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Tear Drop Princess Crystal Pearl Brooch
*Marked 19
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1" x 2".
-It ...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver Crystal Crest Brooch Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic. Chanel Silver Crystal Crest Brooch is pristine. Silver tone metal, clear crystal design. CC crest and CHANEL lettering. Pouch or b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch and Glass Paste Cabochons
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Golden metal brooch and glass paste cabochons.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 7.5 L cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref number: BRB100
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Gold Metal, Black Leather, Rhinestones and Red Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and glass paste. Collection Fall-Winter 1989.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 4.5 H cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel 11A round brooch
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
CHANEL 11A CC Round Brooch
5.2 cm
Very good condition.
No original packaging.
Category
2010s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold Metal CC Logo Brooch and Pendant Piece
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Gold metal cc logo brooch and pendant piece. Fall/Winter 1995.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
Height: 8 cm
Condition: ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch in Rhinestones and Glass Paste Cabochons
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Golden metal brooch, rhinestones and glass paste cabochons. Collection 1982.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
Length: 10 cm, Height: 2 cm
Condition: Very good conditio...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Twisted Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Twisted Small Brooch
*Marked 97
*Made in France
-It is approximately 1.5" x 1.75".
-Very classic and beautiful
-In a ver...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold Pink Brown I Love CoCo Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Pink Brown I Love CoCo Pin
* Marked 17
* Made in Italy
* Comes with the original box and pouch
-Approximately 1″ x1.75″.
-Very pretty and unique
-In a pristine conditio...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
*Marked 08
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box and dustbag
-CC is approximately 1.25″ x 1″
-Star is approximately 1.1″ x 1″.
...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Diamond Onyx Flower Brooches, set of two
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
"Simplicity stands as the defining element of genuine elegance," proclaimed Coco Chanel (1883-1971), a revolutionary force in the fashion industry. Her distinctive style and daring i...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Jumbo Logo Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL jumbo logo brooch featuring a rope design in gold tone.
Looks gorgeous on a casual denim jacket !
Marked CHANEL 10 P Made in France.
Indicative m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Pendant Brooch with Rhinestones, 1984
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant brooch with rhinestones and glass paste. 1984 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 6...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal "Lion Head" Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch representing a lion head with a cc logos mane.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 5.3 cm
Selle...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Pink Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Pink camellia brooch.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Height: 8 cm
Seller Reference:
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Pink Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Pink camellia brooch. Not signed jewelry.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Daimeter: 7.5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB145
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Black Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black camellia brooch.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 7 cm
Seller Reference: BRB140
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Black Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Black camellia brooch. Not signed jewelry.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Height: 9 cm
Seller Reference: BRB127
Category
1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Orange Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Orange camellia brooch. Not signed jewelry.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Height: 9 cm
Seller Reference: BRB123
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Tweed Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Tweed camellia brooch.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 9 cm
Seller Reference: BRB164
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Grey Corduroy Velvet Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Grey corduroy velvet camellia brooch.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 10 cm
Seller Reference: BRB44
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Black Woven Fabric Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black woven fabric camellia brooch. Signed plate on the back.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 5.5 cm
Seller...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brown Velvet Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Brown velvet camellia brooch. Not signed on the back.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 8.5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB9
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
CHANEL A17C crystal CC logo gold tone star motive badge style pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL A17C crystal CC logo gold tone star motive badge style pin brooch
Reference: GIYG/A00282
Brand: Chanel
Collection: A17C
Material: Metal
Color: Gold,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel CC Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones and Costume Pearls, 2018
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Light-golden metal cc brooch ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones and costume pearls. 2018 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Camelia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning brooch by Chanel, a Camelia, Coco Chanel's favorite flower !
Condition: excellent
Material: tweed
Color: black, white, navy blue
Dimensions: 8 x 8 cm
Jewelry: silver-plated ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chanel Brooches
Chanel Starry Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Superb Chanel brooch with stars in silver metal
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Material : silver metal, Swarovski crystals
Color : silver
Dimensions : 5,3 x 5,5 cm
Hardware : s...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Chanel Jewelry Belt with Rhinestones and Costume Pearly Cabochons, 2006
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal belt ornamented with rhinestones and costume pearly cabochons. 2cc6 Collection. To be mentioned, some snags on the pearly material.
Additional...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel World Map CC Brooch, 2013
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal cc brooch enameled with black. 2013 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 5 cm
Period: 21s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Locomotive Brooch with Enamel Representing Locomotive, 2007
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal brooch with enamel representing a locomotive. 2007 Cruise Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel "Keys" Brooch, 2017
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Enameled silvery metal brooch representing two keys. 2017 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 5.5 cm x 6 cm
Per...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S1992 Pearl Heart Gold Collection 28 Clip Earrings Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing a truly exceptional find: the Chanel Spring/Summer 1992 Collection 28 earrings and brooch set. Crafted with meticulous detail, this exquisite ensemble features faux pearl...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Resin Faux Pearl Crystal Gold Tone Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made by Chanel, the brooch will elevate your look in the best way possible. Perfect pick to accessorize your clothes!
Category
2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Silver CC Star Bow Crystal 3 Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Silver CC Star Bow Crystal 3 Pins
* Marked 21
* Made in France
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet and camellia flower
*Brand New
-It is approximately 1″ ...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Golden Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning gold Chanel CC brooch
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Material : gold plated metal
Color : golden
Dimensions : 5 x 3 cm
Hardware : gold plated metal
Stamp : yes
Year :...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel CC Crystal Resin Gold Tone Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made by Chanel, the brooch will elevate your look in the best way possible. Perfect pick to accessorize your clothes!
Includes: Original Box
Category
2010s Italian Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold
CHANEL - Vintage Over-sized 'Coco' Cameo Brooch - France - Circa 1980's
By Chanel
Located in Chatham, CA
CHANEL - Vintage over-sized 'Coco' cameo brooch - refined and elegant - featuring an inset black and white resin cameo surrounded by an articulated gold me...
Category
Late 20th Century French Classical Roman Chanel Brooches
Chanel Crystal Crest Shield Brooch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Crystal Crest Shield brooch from Collection 2016. Can be used as an accent piece with a multi strand pearl necklace. Comes with velvet pouch .
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Large CHANEL Brooch 1984
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Incredible large Chanel brooch from 1984 in glass paste
Condition: very good
Made in France
Materials: golden metal, glass paste, pearl, crystals
...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Pearl
Chanel Nautical Pearl Light Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel Brooch in the shape of a marine buoy in gold metal and resin with CC logo. Collection 2021. Comes with velvet pouch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel CC Brooch Pearls and Crysrtals
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel brooch in golden metal with Swarovski crystals and pearls
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Material : gold plated metal, pearls, Swarovski crystals
Color : golde...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
1995 Haute Couture Lucky Clover Chanel Brooch by Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture brooch by Gripoix, probably circa 1995 in gilded metal, irregular pearly glass beads, white rhinestones and green glass cabochon, equipped with a brooch pin and ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Chanel CC brooch in silver and white
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Material : silver metal and resin
Color : mat silver, white
Dimensions : 5 x 4 cm
Hardware : rutheni...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Beige Fabric Camelia Flower Camellia Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel Vintage Camelia Camellia Flower Pin Brooch. Beige fabric petals. Safety pin closure. Measurements: diameter: 3.5 inches - 8.9 cm. 'CHANEL - CC - Made in France' oval tab on th...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
2022C Chanel Fancy diamonds and Pearls Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch from the Cruise 2022 collection with the motif of a large CC logo in lightly gilded metal inlaid with rhinestones and fancy pearls of different sizes. Width 4.9 cm x he...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Camelia Resin Two Tone Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made by Chanel, the brooch will elevate your look in the best way possible. Perfect pick to accessorize your clothes!
Category
2010s Italian Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver Double Plane Crystal Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver Double Plane Crystal Large Brooch
*Marked 16
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 3.25" x 2.75".
-Very shiny and chic
-In a pristine cond...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Silver CC Crystal Turnlock Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Silver CC Crystal Turnlock Brooch
* Marked 96
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1.5" x 1.1".
-It is one of the iconic pieces.
-In ...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel 2 Tone Pearl CC Logo Brooch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Pin with 2 tone faux pearl detail in CC Logo from Spring 2017. Comes with velvet pouch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Oval Brooch pearls
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel brooch from the collection Paris-Cuba 2017
Condition: excellent
Made in France
Materials: gold plated metal, resin, pearls
Colors: black, pearly
Measurements: 4 x 3 ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Black Pearls Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful brooch from Chanel with black pearls and Swarovski crystals
Condition: excellent
Made in France
Materials: gold plated metal, pearls, Swarovski crystals
Colors: black, gold...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel brooches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel brooches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gilt metal. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Chanel jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Chanel crystal brooches, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 371 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider brooches by and Herve Van Der Straeten. Prices for Chanel brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $200,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,442.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can find a variety of second-hand Chanel bags online at boutiques and auction houses. You may also be able to find Chanel bags in consignment and vintage boutiques. It helps to know how to authenticate a Chanel bag to ensure you’re getting a legitimate Chanel handbag. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Do Chanel bags go up in value?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- What is a Chanel VIP bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An authentic Chanel VIP gift bag or gift item may be given to a few loyal VIP customers who regularly visit the store and spend a significant amount of money on their products. It is not something that the general population can purchase. These gift items are all made with the same attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that you expect from anything with the Chanel brand. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How much is a Chanel purse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a Chanel lambskin bag, Chanel recommends using a soft cloth and avoiding any care products that may alter the finish of your handbag. To reduce the appearance of marks on the surface of lambskin leather, gently rub it in a circular motion. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Chanel fashions and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Fake Chanel bags aren’t easy to spot — especially if you’re shopping online. Forgeries are getting increasingly difficult to identify, but there are a few clues that might indicate a Chanel bag is a counterfeit. Bags made in the mid-1980s and later have a serial number at the bottom of the bag, and this number should match the one on the Chanel authenticity card. The Cs in the clasp should have flat, not rounded, edges, and the right-hand C will always overlap the one on the left at the top, with the overlapping reversed at the bottom. The screw on the clasp will have a flat or star head — never a Phillips head. The zipper should have the Lampo logo on the back of the slider, and the bag should come in a duster bag with the Chanel logo printed in white in the center. The diamond-pattern quilting on the bag should be flawless and perfectly aligned, even where there’s a pocket. The lining should lie tight and flat against the interior — never creased or lumpy. The inside of the bag should have the Chanel logo followed by “Made in Italy” or “Made in France.” To ensure you’re purchasing an authentic Chanel bag, buy from a reputable seller that carefully vets their offerings. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How can I wear my Chanel jacket?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you style your Chanel jacket is a matter of preference. Some people like to wear casual clothing, so the Chanel jacket stands out. Others prefer an entire Chanel ensemble with a jacket for an all-over look. Accessorizing your Chanel jacket with a scarf is also a very popular option. Find Chanel jackets on 1stDibs along with a variety of Chanel clothing to create eye-catching ensembles.
- How to store your Chanel bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tuck the chain inside your Chanel bag through its holes and store it in a dust-free environment and avoid touching or bumping into any other items while they're hanging out of sight. Shop a range of vintage and modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- When was Chanel founded?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- Are Chanel bags heavy?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
- Does Chanel sell men’s shoes?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel doesn’t have a specific men’s shoe division but they do have a sneakers line that can be worn by any gender. These sneakers come in a variety of colors with different fabrics and all feature Chanel’s outstanding quality. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel shoes and other accessories from some top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s sunglasses as they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel sunglasses and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel sunglasses and other accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- Where are Chanel bags made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel 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.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel 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.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022The current designer of Chanel is Virginie Viard, who started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s self-proclaimed “right arm and my left arm.” Aside from 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. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.
- Can you buy Chanel online?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024Yes, 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.