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Chanel Handbags and Purses

Vintage 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.

Crafted from top-quality materials, Chanel’s elegant iconic purses are coveted not only for their timelessness but also for their high resale value. The brand’s best-known bag, the Classic Double Flap bag, includes Chanel’s signature quilting and leather interlaced through a chain strap. Chanel Classic flap bags have been going strong since Karl Lagerfeld updated the beloved 2.55 handbag in the 1980s with the addition of the interlocking double Cs on the flap.

Other iconic bag styles are the Gabrielle and Boy bags. (Also designed by Lagerfeld, Chanel’s playful Boy Brick Lego bag has become a collector's item.) 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.

For its spectacular seasonal runway shows, Chanel designs special bags that are typically produced in smaller editions, making them all the more desirable and prompting long waiting lists for the most flamboyant creations. The widely hunted rare Chanel bags and many of the other bags much sought after today are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier Lagerfeld, whose prolific tenure at the helm of the house lasted from 1983 to 2019.

Just like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and other luxury brands, Chanel has had to fight counterfeiters who manufacture and sell fake bags under its name. These days, provenance is as essential for Chanel bags as it is for a Chagall painting. And with forgeries improving, it's worth knowing how to spot a fake Chanel bag.

Find a collection of vintage Chanel totes, clutches, minaudières and other bags on 1stDibs today.

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Designer: Chanel
Chanel Blue Sequins Waterfall Belt Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel light blue sequins waterfall belt bag. The bag closes with a zipper attached to it is a CC logo charm. The belt of the bag is partly leather partly a silver chain. The interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Pristine Quilted Caviar Leather CC Airpod Pro Case / Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Sanford, FL
CHANEL - Pristine - Quilted Caviar Leather Airpod Pro Case/Necklace - Red, Silver-Toned Hardware - Accessories Description This Chanel Airpod Pro case...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Mini Square Classic Flap SHW RARE 19c26a
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 16995780 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2.5" Height: 5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 20.5 " OVERALL EXCELLENT minus CONDITION ( 8.75/10 or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black CC Logo All Over Wallet on Chain WOC SHW 20C26a
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 27370335 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 1.5" Height: 5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 24" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel New Black/White Terry Cloth Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel new black and white terry cloth beach bag with numbers and colors. 2 interior small pockets. Handle drop 7.5”.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Brushed Leather Large Tote
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel balck brushed tiles large leather tote, handle drop 11.5". Collection 14, 2011. lightweigth for all seasons . Comes with hologram and origina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL black Shiny leather 2022 22S MINI VANITY CASE Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2022 Mini Vanity Case in black shiny lambskin and silver-tone hardware. Opens with a double zipper around and is lined in metallic beige lambskin with lipstick ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Metallic Champagne Gold Quilted Biarritz Hobo Bag 183ccs28
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 11240832 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 5.5" Height: 6" Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8.75/10 or A-) Accessories: ...
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20th Century Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Patent Jumbo Flap SHW 89c26a
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 14318367 Made In: ITALY Measurements: Length: 12 " Width: 3" Height: 8.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 19" Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION (...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 2015 Chevron V-Stitch Leather Chain Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic Chanel 2015 Chevron V-Stitch Leather Chain Flap Shoulder Bag. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is Contemporary. The y...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Vintage Chanel Clutch 1990s 'JUST A DROP OF NR. 5'
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A very original clutch made of black patent leather, lined inside with black leather and has a side pocket. COCO CHANEL is shown on the front, it is a Vinyl hologram 'JUST A DROP...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Ice Cube Flap Metallic Silver Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Ice Cube 2006-2008 CC logo chain shoulder bag Crafted from silver-tone leather, this Ice Cube CC logo chain shoulder bag features a chain and l...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Hobo Chain Bag Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag Tote
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel Hobo Chain Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Hobo Chain Tote Bag - Year: 2009 - Code: 13046967 - Condition: Good (see pictures) - Mat...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Caviar Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Caviar Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag SKU: 128682 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Descr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

RARE Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Classic Cage Woven Chain Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Classic Cage Woven Chain Flap Bag Made In: Year of Production: 2020 Color: Black Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Lambskin leather Lining: Burgundy Closur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Large Fantasy Tweed Quilted Tote
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel tote from the 2009 Karl Lagerfeld Collection. The bag is crafted of vinyl in silver grey and comes with a funny tweed pattern. It has fringe trim ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses

2011 Chanel Timeless Maxi Jumbo Black Leather Top Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Chanel signed bag, Maxi Jumbo model, made of black smooth lambskin with gold hardware. Equipped with a flap with classic twist lock, internally covered in burgundy leather, very roomy. Equipped with a sliding strap...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black CC Logo Discs Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black Lambskin shoulder tote with gold discs from logo design. Shoulder drop 7”. Collection 12. Comes with hologram and original dust cover.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Patent Leather Old Boy
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Patent Leather Old Boy in red. The bag comes with a silver tone chain and a shoulder strap. Inside is one pocket and the Chanel logo stitc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Neutral Chevron Quilted Leather Small Classic Flap
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Neutral Chevron Quilted Leather Small Classic Flap SKU: 128515 MSRP: 8800.00 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Amazing Chanel Mini shopping Tote bag in Pink Caviar quilted leather, SHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Gorgeous Chanel Mini shopping Tote bag in pink caviar leather, silver metal hardware, double pink leather handles and a silver metal chain handle int...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Rare Pink Tie Dye Graffiti Flower Paintbrush Large Maxi Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Shoulder Bag From the Spring/Summer 2015 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Pink Floral Print Silver-Tone Hardware Chain-Link Shoulder Strap Twill Lining & Dual Interior Pockets Fl...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Black & White Lambskin Mini Shopping Bag Tote
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black & White Lambskin Mini Shopping Bag Tote Serial Number: 12792574 Age (Circa): 2008 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Purple Satin 2.55 Reissue Small 255 Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A lovely Chanel 2.55 Reissue small 255 double flap handbag. The exterior of this reissue 2.55 is crafted with purple satin crocodile embroidered stitchin...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL 2.55 Double Chain Flap Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL 2.55 Classic Double Flap Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin Handbag. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This ...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Cream Caviar Mini Business Affinity Flap
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Cream Caviar Mini Business Affinity Flap SKU: 128009 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Goo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Gold Metallic Floral Woven Jacquard Vintage Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Gold Metallic Floral Woven Jacquard Vintage Mini Flap Bag Serial Number: 5146600 Age (Circa): 1997 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authentici...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Medium Classic Double Flap Bag SKU: 128365 MSRP: 8800.00 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Red Quilted Satin Vintage XL Rectangular Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Red Quilted Satin Vintage XL Rectangular Mini Flap Bag Serial Number: 0731647 Age (Circa): 1988 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet Authenticity ...
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1980s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Casual Riviera Bowling Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Casual Riviera Bowling Bag. The bag is crafted of quilted leather on the outside in a neutral tone and the interior is red. The bag has a should str...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Grey Bouclè Wool Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Shopping bag in gray bouclé wool with silver hardware. Closure with zip, internally capacious, the fluo pink lining with a strong touch of co...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Brown Lambskin Tassel Pouch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Vintage Brown Lambskin Tassel Pouch is in excellent condition. Perfect for travel or tossing inside a larger bag, this chic...
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1980s European Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag Serial Number: 6688783 Age (Circa): 2001 Accompanied By: Cha...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Pink Chevron Quilted Lambskin North-South Le Boy
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Pink Chevron Quilted Lambskin North-South Le Boy Serial Number: 28144912 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Authenticity Details: Authentic...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Timeless Black Jumbo Single Flap Quilted Lambskin Shoulder Bag, 2008.
By Chanel
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Chanel Timeless Black Jumbo Single Flap Quilted Lambskin Shoulder Bag, 2008 - 2009. The iconic Chanel bag was originally issued by Coco Chanel in February 1955 which became the very first socially acceptable shoulder bag for the modern day woman of considerable social status, thanks to Chanel. The mademoiselle chain and lock which was named after the fact that Chanel never married, are two staples that make Chanel bags a forever timeless classic. After years of the success of the 2.55 bag, the next step for the Chanel brand was the addition of Karl Lagerfield who took over the fashion house in the early 1980's. The classic flap bag was updated by Lagerfield in the silhouette, turn lock closure as well as available sizing. This particular single flap bag comes in a beautiful black supple lambskin leather with silver plated "CC" mademoiselle twist lock, chain and hardware. Interior houses the iconic burgundy rich lambskin with the classic fold over flap with one large interior, one zipped and one slip as well as exterior rear slip pocket. Mademoiselle chain can be worn two ways as a double shoulder strap at 13.5" or to the full 25" strap drop length. This bag is in great pre-owned condition, with . Full condition report and specifications listed below: Measures: Length: 11.7" Depth: 3" Height: 7.6" Double Strap Drop: 13.5" Full Strap Drop: 25" Condition: GRADE: 2. Great pre-owned condition with very limited signs of wear. Minimal wear can be seen to corners where marking has occurred due to storage, one loose thread above from "CC" turn lock closure and small cosmetic wear to interior. Lambskin exterior shows some pressmarks to front left of bag and resting bottom that are consistent with age and use. This bag has been recently cleaned and detailed. Comes with Chanel gift...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 2001 Vintage Rare Surf Sport Blue White Red Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Rare Surf Classic Flap Sport Bag Crossbody 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Brushed Silver hardware CC turnlock closure Canvas surf print with CC lo...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Jumbo 13" 2.55 Chain Flap Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black Large
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Jumbo 13" 2.55 Flap Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin Large. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Reissue Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Quilted Aged Calfskin Reissue Shopping Tote SKU: 122167 MSRP: 4000.00 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Very Good Con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Blue Nylon Coco Cocoon Cosmetic Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Blue Nylon Quilted Coco Cocoon Cosmetic Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2009-2010 Color: Blue Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Nylon with leather trim Lining: Black nyl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Timeless Satin Gold Tone Detail Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Very elegant, feminine and classy. This clutch is made of satin and features gold toned hardware and a silk lining. Chanel items bearing the serial number 11XXXXXX are manufactured ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 1998 Rare Vintage Medium Denim Quilted Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage Medium Denim Quilted Classic Flap Bag 1998 {VINTAGE 24 Years} Gold-tone hardware Turn-lock in front Classic back pocket Lined in black lambskin leather Interior...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Beautiful Chanel Cabas Medallion bag in black caviar leather, SHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Chanel Cabas Medallion bag in black caviar leather, grey ruthenium metal hardware, double handle in black caviar leather allowing a hand and sho...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Red Lambskin Large Classic O Case
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Red Lambskin Classic Case is in pristine condition. Spacious slim zip top case is quilted in signature Chanel diamond patter...
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2010s European Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel New Shearling Brown Backpack
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel new with plastic beige shearling backpack with cognac brushed leather and ruthenium hardware. Includes original box and card. Collection 21.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Brown Quilted 19 Wallet On Chain WOC Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Brown Quilted 19 Wallet On Chain WOC Crossbody Bag Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2022 Color: Caramel brown Hardware: Goldtone, darkened silver, ruthenium Materials: Lamb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Butterfly Bag in Blue Satin Duchess
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL butterfly bag in blue satin duchesse. The hardware is in palladium-plated silver metal. The lining is in Gray fabric. Clasp 2.55. In very good ...
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Early 2000s European Chanel Handbags and Purses

HERMÈS KELLY POCKET STRAP 105CM ROUGE CASAQUE & TOMATE Epsom & Swift GHW
By Chanel, Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermès Kelly Pocket Strap 105cm in Rouge Casaque & Tomate Epsom and Swift Leather With Gold Hardware Y Stamp / No Receipt The 105cm is th...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Caviar Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Caviar Leather Tote is in excellent condition. Classic Chanel design in durable textured black Caviar leather. Quilte...
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2010s European Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 1997 Vintage Canary Yellow Caviar Kelly Flap Parent Bag 24k GHW 66771
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
"Store item: 66771 A super rare collectible is this model - a medium quilted flap base with a rolled quilted leather handle. In caviar leather, collectors know this model is almost i...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Lambskin Black
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Classic Double Flap 10" Chain Shoulder Bag Black made of black Lambskin. The color is Black. The outside material is Leather. The pattern is Solid. This item is V...
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1980s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL White Multicolour Quilted Lambskin Airlines Medium Classic Double Flap Ba
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL White Multicolour Quilted Lambskin Airlines Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Serial Number: 22588039 Age (Circa): 2016 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care ...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Argent Fonce' Reissue Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel argent fonce' metallic reissue double flap. Excellent condition. Ruthenium hardware. Shoulder drop 10"/19". Comes with hologram, id card, booklet and box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Classique flap bag bag in black quilted leather, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
"Very chic medium Chanel Classique flap bag bag in black quilted leather, hardware in gold metal, one chain strap in gold metal interwoven with black ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Patent Reissue Medium Flap
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black patent leather medium reissue double flap with gold tone hardware. Shoulder strap drop 8"/20.25". Collection 11. Missing love letter compartment zipper pull. Includes ho...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Iconic Novelty Keyboard Black Lambskin Clutch Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
A keyboard design with a white Chanel Rue Cambon Paris logo on the front, a flat hand strap on the back, and a silver top zipper with a leather zipper pull and Chanel robot...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL yellow & grey 2017 CHARMS TWEED SMALL FLAP Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2017 Charms Tweed Small Flap shoulder bag in chartreuse, grey and black tweed fabric with a braided trim that is embellis...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Camellia CC Logo Caviar Zip Wallet CC-W1009P-0007
By Chanel
Located in Downey, CA
If you are seeking a luxurious and chic way to organize your essentials, look no further than this gorgeous Chanel Pink Leather Zip Wallet. This stunning piece features a single wrap...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Bi-Color Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Bi-Color Quilted Lambskin Jumbo Double Flap Bag SKU: 128532 MSRP: 8800.00 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goes ou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Shop Vintage Handbags, Shoulder Bags, Clutches and Other Bags and Purses on 1stDibs

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, handbag lovers are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classic bags still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.

Questions About Chanel Handbags and Purses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    All Chanel bags are guaranteed to be authentic, as they come with a unique tag and authentication card.This is an easy way for you to determine the authenticity of your bag. Shop a large selection of vintage or modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s belts and they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel belts and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel garments and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To remove creases from Chanel can be done with care, of course. Use a clean cloth and dry cleaning solution but stay away from any chemicals on the bag as they can damage it permanently. On 1stDibs, find vintage and modern Chanel pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can make Chanel jacket trims feathery, flat or embellished ribbons and stitched on wool bindings are worth all the effort with a seamstress. You'll find a vast collection of authentic Chanel twill jackets from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The Chanel 11.12 bag is called that due to the style code of the original Medium Classic Flap Bag. This code was A01112. When the 11.12 first appeared, it was only available in the Medium size. However, the line has expanded to include other sizes, such as the Mini Square, Mini Rectangle, Small, Jumbo and Maxi. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    The classic Chanel bag is called the 2.55 Flap Bag. Its name is a nod to February 1955 when Coco Chanel first introduced the now iconic bag. When it debuted, the 2.55 Flap Bag was the first handbag to feature a shoulder strap, and it went on to influence handbag designs for decades to come. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Chanel 2.55 Flap Bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What color Chanel bags are inside varies. Many Chanel bags feature a burgundy lining, but there is no universal interior color for the French luxury fashion house. You can find Chanel bags with linings in neutral hues like cream and gray and colors that match or contrast with their exteriors. Chanel uses both leather and grosgrain silk for lining materials. Shop a large collection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Coco Chanel used many bags over the course of her life, but there is little information about which specific bags she carried. There are accounts that the acclaimed designer sported her iconic 2.55 Flap Bag, which was the first bag to ever feature a shoulder strap when it debuted in 1955. Some say that she used the hidden zipper compartment in the quilted shoulder bag to hide love letters from an admirer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, Chanel bags are still popular. Although trends change from season to season, fashion lovers everywhere generally covet Chanel accessories all year round. The demand for both new and vintage Chanel bags rose sharply during the 2010s and early 2020s. The popularity of Chanel bags is owed largely to their rich history and their iconic details, like diamond quilting, chain straps and CC clasps. Many celebrities and fashion influencers, such as Rihanna, Kristen Stewart, Kendall Jenner, and others, have lent star power to the brand over the years by publicly accessorizing with Chanel clutches and shoulder bags. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Chanel bags and purses.

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