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Chanel Clothing

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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 cream wool BOUCLE TWEED Knee Length Skirt 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
Chanel boucle skirt in cream and off-white wool (70%), silk (8%), mohair (8%), nylon (1%), and rayon (1%). With crochet trims. Closes with hook and invisible zipper on the back. Line...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Clothing

CHANEL black & blue silk 2015 QUILTE CREPE DE CHINE Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2015 quilted crepe de chine jacket in black and midnight blue silk (100%). Features two patch pockets on the front. Opens with five 'CC' buttons on the front. U...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

Chanel Quilted Black Jacket With Tulle 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in DOUBLE BAY, NSW
Brand: Chanel Product: Jacket With Sheer Skirt Size: 42 Fr Colour: Black Material: Product Code: P45987V30914 Condition: Excellent: The product is in excellent conditio...
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Early 2000s Chanel Clothing

Chanel Multicolor Tweed, Suede and Metallic Leather Lace Up Sneakers Size 37
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sneakers from Chanel are so chic, you'll love wearing them for your fun outings with friends! The colorful sneakers are crafted from tweed, suede and metallic leather and featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Clothing

Chanel Two Tone Rope Metal Chain Embellished CC Tie Up Sandals Size 41
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals from the house of Chanel look right on style! The sandals are crafted from two-toned red velvet and designed with nylon ropes creating a smart silhouette coupled with m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Clothing

2013 Chanel Gilet FR44 light wool CC stripes Cardigan UK16 US14
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Long Chanel cardigan circa 2013 by Karl Lagerfeld in ecru wool and cotton jacquard knit with fine red and black stripes, straight cut, 2/3 straight sleeves, 2 buttoned patch pockets ...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Vintage Spring 1998 Chanel Pink/White Tweed Suit
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel pink/white tweed suit from spring 1998. - Gold hardware “CC” buttons closure. - Four front pockets. - Boxy straight cut. - Silk “C...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL black cotton 2018 CAMELIA Sweatshirt Sweater 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sweater in black cotton (100%). Embellished with embroided lurex flowers. Opens with three CC buttons on the shoulder. Comes with a black cord embellished with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chanel Clothing

CHANEL Blue Velvet Double Breast Coat with Belt
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CHANEL Blue velvet double breast coat with large lapel and belt . Coat lined in silk and has 2 pockets. Marked size 38 Measurement: Shoulder: 15.5”...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clothing

Black cocktail dress with gold ribbons appliqué Chanel Métiers d'art Egyptomania
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with gold ribbons appliqué. Raglan sleeves and shoulders pads. Pockets . Wrap on the skirt part. Decorative branded beetle button. Fabric composition: 50% silk,...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Black lace skirt with white lining and striped sporty ribbings Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black lace skirt with white lining and striped sporty ribbings. Main fabric composition: 70% cotton, 20% rayon, 10% nylon. Lining: 100% silk. Ribbings: 78% rayon, 22% polyester. Zip...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel jacket Winter 1987
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Black and white houndstooth pattern wool jacket decorated with lipstick, perfume, and other leather elements, with patent leather and pearls. Size 40FR indi...
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1980s French Chanel Clothing

NEW Chanel Multicolor Signature Gripoix Button Crochet Knit Dress Gown 34
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning knit dress by Chanel Dubai collection A timeless classic Featured in many editorials, seen on the runway and the AD campaign Finest crochet knit Scoop neck Beautiful Grip...
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2010s Italian Chanel Clothing

CHANEL orange cotton 2004 04P DOLL COLLAR TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2004 doll collar tweed Bouclé jacket in pale coral, off-white, pale mint, taupe and salmon acrylic (30%), cotton (20%), viscose (20%), nylon (5%) and polyester ...
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Early 2000s Chanel Clothing

Chanel 2009 Gilet Perles FR46 Black Pearls Cashmere Cardigan UK18 US16
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel cardigan from the SS2009 collection by Karl Lagerfeld in black cashmere, silk and linen knit decorated with black (or dark grey) fancy pearls around the collar, sleeves and bo...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clothing

Resort 2020 Chanel Navy Jacket Peacoat FR38 New
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jacket from the Cruise 2020 collection in thick blue cotton canvas, between a peacoat and a blazer, straight cut, wide notched collar closed with double-breasted buttons, 4 bu...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL pink nylon 2017 17P CAMELLIA PRINT BOMBER Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel bomber jacket in pink Camellia jacquard toile nylon (68%) and silk (32%). Features raglan sleeves (sleeve measurement take f...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

Chanel coat Paris-Edinburgh
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Blue and red wool coat with a navy-blue silk lining. Size 40FR. 2013 Paris-Edinburgh Art Profession Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfel...
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2010s European Chanel Clothing

Chanel Vintage S/S1996 Black CC Logo Velour 96P LBD Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is an extremely rare and highly sought-after little black dress from the Chanel Spring 1996 collection. A true collector’s piece, the dress showcases the iconic CC monogram patt...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel Vintage 1981 Parisian Red Gold Lion Tweed Jacket Skirt Suit
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Step into timeless elegance with this iconic Chanel tweed suit from 1981. Crafted in the quintessential "Parisian red" hue, it exudes sophisticati...
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1980s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL purple & white cotton 2013 TWEED Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2013 tweed jacket in blue, white and smokey purple cotton (66%), nylon (22%), polyurethan (5%), rayon (4%), acetate (1%), arylic (1%) and wool (1%). Features tw...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

CHANEL black 2018 18A HAMBURG VELVET LACE-UP Ankle Boots Shoes 38.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel lace-up ankle boots in black velvet with rose gold-tone textured metal CC logo and eyelets. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. 2018 Paris-Hamburg ...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

CHANEL brown & black GRADIENT STRIPED ZIP POCKET Skirt 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel boucle knee-length skirt in gradient brown, black and lurex acrylic (60%), rayon (16%), polyester (8%), nylon (8%), mohair (4%), and wool (4%). With two front p...
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Early 2000s Chanel Clothing

1995s Chanel Top Navy Wool and Silk Mini Bralette
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel top circa 1995 in navy blue wool and silk knit to tie in the back and around the neck. No composition or size label (it may be a prototype) but it is suitable for FR34/36: tot...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble, fw 1998
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Oversized open-front coat with matching belt ▪ Large notched lapels ▪ Built-in shoulder pads ▪ ...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL 2022 Runway 100% cashmere burgundy pink tweed 4 pockets cardigan FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2022 Runway 100% cashmere burgundy pink tweed 4 pockets cardigan FR34 XS Reference: KYCG/A00166 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 2022 - Runway Material: 100%...
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2010s Italian Chanel Clothing

Chanel New Runway Lesage Tweed Jacket with Lace Accents 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Collectible super cute Chanel black & ecru tweed jacket with ruffle lace accents ~ from Runway of 'Country' Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld - CC logo charm at sleeve - intricate la...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

FW 2016 Chanel Red Cashmere Camelia Cape
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel cape from the FW 2016/2017 collection in thick red cashmere knit with darker red "melted" floral pattern, boat neckline, straight kimono-style "sleeves" fastened with Chanel b...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel Classic Black Lambskin “CC” Heels Pointy Shoes
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel classic black lambskin leather “CC” heels pointy shoes. - Made in France. - Size 38.5.
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL black 2017 17P SEQUIN CAMELLIA SHEER SHIFT Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sheer mini dress in black silk and polyamide (assumed cause tag is missing). Embellished with sequin camellias all over the dres...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

Chanel sweater Summer 2018
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Fringed pink sweater with mid-length sleeves. Size 40FR indicated. 2018 Spring-Summer Collection under the artistic direction Karl Lagerfeld. Condition: Ve...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel Rare Vintage Deadstock Y2K Sandals Slides 41
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage Deadstock Y2K Sandals Slides Size 41
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Clothing

CHANEL ivory & coral wool blend 2004 04C PUSSY BOW SILK & TWEED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel puss-bow tweed jacket in ivory, coral, red and mint green wool (36%), nylon (34%), viscose (16%) and cotton (14%). Features coral silk chiffon panels, collar an...
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Early 2000s Chanel Clothing

Chanel Black Leather Gold Chain Heeled Sandals
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel black leather gold chain sandals with heels. - Open toes. - Size: 37.5. - Condition: Excellent. Please note that this is ...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

Golden brow sleeveless top with shiny purple reflection Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Golden brow sleeveless top with shiny purple reflection. Fabric composition: 85% linen, 15% nylon. Branded button and buttonhole closure in the middle back. SIZE 40 (Fr) 10 (Us) L
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel Black Mesh Sleeveless Top
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Black mesh sleeveless top. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 42 cm - Length: 54 cm S...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld open-knit multicoloured mohair skirt suit, fw 2003
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel multicoloured mohair skirt suit ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Fall-Winter 2003 ▪ Constructed from a lattice of mohair and net-lace in pastels of green, pink, orange, blue ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel Cruise 2014 Ivory Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in Naples, FL
Chanel Cruise 2014 Ivory Mini Dress From the Cruise 2014 Collection. Creme Chanel sleeveless tweed dress featuring raw-edges throughout, V-neck, i...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

CHANEL Shanghai Métiers d'Art Black Tweed Blazer Jacket with Braided Details 38
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Chanel Shanghai Métiers d'Art Jacket A timeless classic that should be in every woman's wardrobe Finest boucle tweed fabric exclusively produced by Mai...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Black tweed jacket with detachable sleeves Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black tweed jacket with detachable sleeves. Zip in the middle front and branded buttons on the shoulders . Chain inside in the bottom. Main fabric composition: 40% silk, 30% cotton...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL white cotton CRUISE 2020 PLEATED Shorts Jumpsuit 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel fitted jumpsuit in white cotton (100%) with a front pleat, a band-collar, two side-pockets, knee-length shorts lined in a tan colored underwear. Closes in the f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Clothing

Chanel Textured Calf Skin Wrap Waist Skirt
By Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
Elegant textured Chanel calf skin skirt. Soft black/gray with faux snake skin appearance. Wrap around waist with button closure. Straight fit with back zi...
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Black single-breasted jacket with silk collar CHANEL 2003
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black single-breasted jacket with silk collar. Main fabric: 100% wool. Branded lining: 95% silk, 5% elastane. Shoulder-pad. Chain inside the jacket on the bottom edge. One branded bu...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL blue cotton 2015 CORD EMBELLISHED DROP WAIST Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2015 drop waist knit dress in navy cotton (100%). Features a cord embellished trim, a 'CC' emblem at the front and a two slit pockets at the sides. Opens with a...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

CHANEL grey linen 2020 SEQUIN EMBELLISHED MAXI Dress 38 S 20C
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sequin embellished asymmetrical midi dress in silver and charcoal linen (52%), polyester (37%), cotton (7%) and polyamide (4%). Features cap sleeves and a silver 'CC' emblem at the front. Opens with a zipper and a hook at the back. Lined in charcoal silk (100%). Has been worn and shows make-up stains on the inside of the dress, otherwise in excellent condition. 2020 Resort Measurements Model Chanel20C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Clothing

Silk burgundy shirt Chanel Haute-Couture
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk burgundy shirt with top-stitched pleats on the front. The cuff need to be close with cufflink ( not provided) SIZE M
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1950s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel Grey and Black Wool Skirt Suit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2008 Chanel Black , Grey wool Jacket Skirt suit. - silver and gold thread . Jacket and skirt lined in beautiful silk with camellia print Jacket has bell sleeve. Metal zipper. mark...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clothing

2015 Chanel Fantasy Blue & Pink Tweed Button-Up Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 2015 Chanel Fantasy Blue & Pink Tweed Button-Up Mini Dress embodies classic elegance with a modern twist. The dress features a striking navy blue base accented by a playful mix o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Clothing

Chanel Dark Navy Boucle Wool Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel dark navy boucle wool jacket from 1998 A/W collection. - Two front "CC" buttons flap and two side open pockets in front. - "Chanel Paris" button and one "CC" button clos...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

CHANEL black leather 2014 14K BIKER Boots Shoes 37
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel biker boots in black mat calfskin featuring quilted shaft with CC logo embossing. Open with a zipper on the heel and come with...
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2010s Chanel Clothing

Chanel Black Leather Velvet Bows Dress
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel Black Leather Velvet Bows Dress Unique dress by Chanel in 100% leather and velvet bows totally made in france size 40
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1980s French Chanel Clothing

Off-white wool crêpe "Box" single-breasted jacket Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white wool crêpe "Box" single-breasted jacket. Silk branded lining. Thin shoulder-pads. Silver metallic Chain inside bottom edge. Branded ceramic buttons. size 42 (Fr) 12 (Us) L
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2010s French Chanel Clothing

Chanel Black Silk Strapless Gown w/Satin Shoulder Bow Ca. 1990
By Chanel Boutique, Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Chanel black silk strapless gown with satin bow at shoulder, ruching at the bust, a single shoulder constructed from black satin ribbon which also serves as a design motif at...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

Black asymmetrical knit sleeveless dress with black & white inset lace Chanel
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black asymmetrical knit sleeveless dress with black & white inset lace. Main fabric composition: 66% rayon, 20% cotton, 14% nylon. Tiny branded brooch with black rhinestone on the le...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Clothing

Chanel Tweed Jacket Autumn/Winter 2004
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel jacket In the classic tweed in beige with bright pops of blue-green and pink. The jacket is fully lined in geometric diamond design on jersey which extends to the collar and decorative pocket facings, with signature frayed tweed edges throughout. Chanel label. AW 2004. Nylon and Wool Vintage designer jackets...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Clothing

Grey knit cardigan with tweed edge and branded CC buttons Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey knit cardigan with tweed edge and branded CC buttons. Knit composition : 100% cotton. Inset ( tweed) : 40% rayon, 20% cotton, 20% silk, 10% wool, 10% nylon. "Fake" pockets ( o...
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2010s Italian Chanel Clothing

Chanel Jewel Embellishment Cashmere Jumper
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rare, collectible piece! Stunning Chanel black cashmere jumper with jewel adornment along the neckline. - CC logo button at back Size mark 40 FR. Pristine condition.
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2010s Chanel Clothing

Chanel blue jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Navy-blue jacket decorated with a cc logo badge and with golden metal button. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. A Collection circa 1980s-90s under the artistic direction of...
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1990s French Chanel Clothing

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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.
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    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.
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    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
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    Chanel doesn't usually make men's clothing. The brand has never offered a full menswear line. However, Chanel does have partnerships with designers that occasionally yield items for men such as suits or neckties.
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    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.
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    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.
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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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
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    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
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    To read a Chanel clothing label, look beneath the Chanel logo tag. There you will see another label with the style number, size and year it was created. If the style number starts with an A, it was from an Autumn collection. P stands for Printemps, which is spring, and C means that item is part of the cruise line. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
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    The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The term Chanel Deauville refers to one of a number of bags produced by the French luxury fashion house Chanel. The most well known is the tote bag emblazoned with the Chanel logo. In addition, the brand produced backpacks, bowling bags and makeup bags with a similar logo design. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel Deauville bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Chanel is known for its fashion accessories and trailblazing clothing designs, which first appeared in the early 1900s and promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. Chanel handbags and purses are some of the most well-known and sought-after accessories in the world. With a subtle and chic aesthetic, many of the legendary French house’s crossbody bags, shoulder bags, tote bags and other bags are popular among celebrities and fashion obsessives. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel clothing, jewelry and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel iridescent is a type of material used by the French luxury fashion house Chanel to produce handbags and other accessories. It is a type of calfskin with a shimmery finish. You'll find a large collection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Chanel sells a variety of items. The French luxury fashion house offers ready-to-wear apparel, shoes, jewelry, watches, eyewear, fragrances, cosmetics and skin care products. In addition, Chanel is well known for its small leather goods and bags, such as its iconic 2.55 Flap Bag. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Chanel Reissue 2.55 is the updated version of the classic Chanel 2.55 handbag. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s original design from 1955, the Reissue 2.55 was released in 2005 as a homage to the original. The reissued version is considered more modern in design with slight modifications in the lock, leather, handle and flaps. Shop a wide range of the Chanel classic 2.55 and the Reissue 2.55 on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024
    The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.

    In addition to a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye.

    Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel is manufactured in a number of locations. The French luxury fashion house has factories in France, Italy and Spain. Their sunglasses come from a factory in Italy. You can find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What the Chanel logo is called varies. Some people refer to it as the Coco Chanel logo, after founder Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel. It was Chanel who first created the logo, incorporating her initials. Other names used for the logo include "the interlocking Cs" and "the double Cs." Shop a collection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Any piece produced more than 20 years ago is considered vintage Chanel. This includes apparel, bags, shoes, jewelry and accessories created anytime after the French luxury fashion house's founding in 1910. Items made within the last 20 years are considered contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of vintage Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things account for what makes Chanel so special. First, the French luxury fashion house consistently chooses exceptional materials, such as supple genuine leather, wool and silk, for its pieces. During the manufacturing process, Chanel artisans perform much of the work by hand to ensure an unparalleled level of quality. Plus, Chanel has a history of shaping the fashion world with innovative designs, such as what some experts suggest was the first-ever shoulder bag and its iconic “little black dress” (a simple, spare and versatile design compared to most garments of the Jazz Age). Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    The size of the Chanel GST is around 13.25 inches in length by 9.75 inches in width by 4.75 inches in depth with a strap drop of 9 inches. It is larger than the PST, which measures approximately 9.4 inches by 8.6 inches by 3.5 inches. Shop a selection of Chanel Grand Shopper Tote bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not Chanel diamonds are real depends on the piece. Fine jewelry manufactured by the French luxury fashion house features high-quality genuine diamonds certified as conflict free through the Kimberley Process. Fashion jewelry may show off rhinestones or crystals instead of real diamonds. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Chanel diamond gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, all Chanel bags are handmade.

    Authentic Chanel handbags, clutches, shoulder bags and other accessories are made in factories and ateliers located in France and regions of Italy such as Tuscany. Additionally, a town in a remote area of southern Spain called Ubrique is reportedly where luxury brands such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton source their leather products.

    The brand stamp on an authentic Chanel bag will feature a logo that is accompanied by either "Made in Italy" or "Made in France." It will never read "Made in Paris," which is used on the backplate.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To know the series of your Chanel bag, examine the first digit of the serial number and add one to whatever the number is. For example, if the serial number begins with a zero, your bag would be a first series. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    There are six Chanel collections. They are the Cruise collection (C), the Printemps collection (P), the Summer collection (S), the Métiers d’Art Collection (A), the Fall/Winter Act 1 (B) and the Fall/Winter Act 2 (K). Each year, the French luxury fashion house debuts these collections with a runway show. When comparing bags, you'll often see the collection code preceded by a number that represents the year of production. For example, a handbag labeled 22C comes from the 2022 Cruise collection. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Chanel pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can authenticate a Chanel brooch by checking the back for a little oval stamp or embossed mark. It should be noted that some of the oldest jewelry pieces were not marked, but these pieces are extremely rare and do not often come up for sale. Most of the Chanel jewelry and brooches you will find are from the 1980s or later and will include an oval tag, plate, or stamp. Shop expertly vetted Chanel jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.

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