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 Gold Bar Pin
By Chanel
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
A Vintage Chanel Gold Bar Pin is a truly iconic and luxurious accessory. Chanel, known for its timeless elegance and fashion-forward design, often create...
Category
Late 20th Century Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
1990s Vintage CHANEL Massive Silk Camellia Brooch Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL massive camellia brooch is crafted of 100% silk fabric in black. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diametc measures approximately 11 cm. Comes with Chanel white box ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
1997 Chanel Coral Enamel Gold Hammered Clover Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage classic brooch in gold with coral enamel center detailing. Beautiful piece. Sizing around 6 cm. Comes as is.
Category
1990s Chanel Brooches
Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Leather Chain Perfume Lion Camellia Clover Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1994 Vintage Chanel gold toned chain brooch featuring eight iconic motifs including clover, camellia, lion, No.5, perfume bottle etc interlaced with black leather. Stamped 94A made ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Vintage Chanel Camellia Flower Leather Brooch Seafoam Green Made In France
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous vintage Chanel Caméllia Flower brooch in pale Seafoam Green Leather with a single gold CHANEL petal. It is an elegant vintage brooch by the House of Chanel in a very rare and wonderful pale green color. The rare Camellia Flower is constructed with three dimensional green leather petals with a single gold petal signed Chanel. The flower is 3 1/2 inches (9 cm) in diameter and has a secure closure at the back. It has its original Chanel mark engraved CHANEL CC Made in France. This beautiful brooch can be attached to your jacket or blouse, used to secure your scarf, or worn as the perfect accessory.
As CHANEL states about their Camellia pieces: More than a flower, the CHANEL camellia is an inspiration. Its geometric curves...
Category
20th Century French Contemporary Chanel Brooches
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Green Gripoix Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s Chanel gold toned brooch featuring five green colored gripoix surrounded by gold toned CHANEL letter frames. Stamped CHANEL 2 6 made in F...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Strass Crystal Maltese CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Strass Crystal Maltese CC Brooch Pin
Made In: France
Year of Production: 2010
Color: Clear crystal
Materials: Strass crystal and metal
Hallmarks:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal
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 CC Brooch with Rhinestones, 2019
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal cc brooch with rhinestones. A 2019 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 5 cm x 3.5 cm
Period: 21st C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Gold Plated Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Chanel late 1980s Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch.
Material: Gold tone Metal/ Gold Plated, Faux Pearl.
Dimensions: H 5 x W 5 cm (approx.)
Made in France.
Packaging: Genuine Box.
Condit...
Category
1980s French Baroque Vintage Chanel Brooches
Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Coco Chanel Early Byzantine heart brooch, The silvered metal heart set with crystal pastes and appliqued with faux emerald hand formed pate de verre ro...
Category
1960s French Byzantine Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass
Chanel Baroque Pearl Pendant Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chanel uses oversized handmade pearls for this pendant brooch of gilded bronze with paste accents by Goossens. The rococo bar brooch has a loop from which ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Bow Detailed Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel 2000s CC bow-detailed brooch featuring a gold-tone signature interlocking CC logo, gold-tone
pearl detailing, bow detailing, drop design, bar-pin fastening and a back logo pla...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL blue striped ribbon & white CAMELLIA Bow Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Camellia brooch in white cotton set on a striped navy blue flat silk bow. Has been worn and is in excellent vintage condition.
Measurements
Width 7cm (2.7in)
...
Category
1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gripoix melted glass brooch 1997 Paris
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel brooch made by Gripoix in melted glass in the shape of a cross, green, red and pearl, blue in the middle with the double CC logo on it.
Stamp Chanel Made in France 97.
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Clear Stone Resin Flower Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel clear resin and pink flower pin. Spring '96 collection. Original box included.
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
1996 Chanel Coco Mark Yellow Gold-Tone Brooch With Dangling Charms
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 1996 Chanel Coco Mark Yellow Gold-Tone Brooch with Dangling Charms is an exquisite accessory that elegantly embodies the essence of luxury and sophistication. This striking piece...
Category
Late 20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel BNIB Silver CC Logo Round Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel brand new silver tone round cc logo pin. Collection cruise 2022. Comes with original dust cover , box and ribbon.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver
Chanel Large Embellished CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel large multicolor embellished CC brooch featuring a silver-tone signature interlocking CC logo, rhinestone and crystal embellishment, a back bar-pin a logo plaque.
Circa 2013 ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Large Chanel Black Poured Resin and Faceted Bead Camelia Brooch, circa 2000
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Important large unsigned Chanel brooch from the estate of Jayne Wrightsman, an American philanthropist and the woman who advised Jackie Kennedy on the...
Category
Late 20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- One of a kind and rare Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch from the 1990’s collection.
- Size 3.5” x 3.5”.
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Classic Silver CC Baguette Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Classic Silver CC Baguette Crystal Brooch
*Marked 23
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, camellia flower and ribbon
*Brand New
-It is appr...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Cross Brooch with Cabochons and Costume Pearls, 2005
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch ornamented with glass paste cabochons and costume pearls. 2cc5 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimen...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch Cruise in Golden Metal with Pearls and Rhinestones, 2001
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Long light-golden metal brooch with costume pearls and rhinestones. 2001 Cruise Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel Early Byzantine heart brooch, The silvered metal heart set with crystal pastes and appliqued with faux emerald hand formed pate de verre ro...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL gold & blue enamel 24P CC DENIM HEART Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel heart brooch in gold-tone metal is a unique blend of texture and elegance. Featuring a twisted-edge frame, it is filled ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Vintage Chanel Coral Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Unusual and scarce Coco Chanel double camellia brooch, exquisitely handcrafted out of coral and emerald green "pate de verre" by Gripoix. The emblematic brooch exudes French craft...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL pink wool 22K CC HEART TWEED Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel brooch in black and pink tweed is a charming expression of the house’s timeless elegance. Designed in a heart shape, it features a gold-tone metal CC at th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
CHANEL grey wool 22K CC HEART TWEED Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel brooch in grey, blue and red tweed is a charming expression of the house’s timeless elegance. Designed in a heart shape, it features a beige gold-tone meta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Renaissance Ruby Cross Pendant Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional ruby pate de verre glass Renaissance cross brooch/pendant by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. Composed of square ruby poured glass jelly stones. Large in scale and can be hooked onto a simple gold...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Jewelled CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage textured gold tone CC logo brooch embellished with clear crystals.
Embossed CHANEL Made in France.
Indicative measurements : approx. 3 cm (1.18 inches) x 2.2 cm (0.8...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
1990s Vintage CHANEL Linen Camellia Brooch Pink
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of pink linen. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 9 cm. Comes with box.
Condition: Excellent vintage condi...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel C24 Large Oversized CC Pearl Brooch Dropped Pearl Ball
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
The Chanel B18 Tennis Racket Rhinestone CC Brooch is a distinctive and collectible piece from Chanel’s 2018 collection. This brooch features a tennis racket design adorned with rhine...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Faux Pearl Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Faux Pearl Pin Brooch
*Marked 95
*Made in France
-Approximately 2" x 0.7"
-Very pretty and classic
-It is in an excellent condition.
AB2905-0...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Brooch quilted diamond gold plated metal
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Jewelry Type: Brooch
Brand: Chanel
Material: Metal and crystal
Color: Gold
Dimensions: 6 cm
Weight: 15 gr
Condition: New condition - never...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
1990s Vintage CHANEL Leather Camellia Brooch Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of laminated leather in black. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 9 cm. Comes with box.
Condition: General...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Classic Silver CC Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Silver CC Pearl Brooch
*Marked 05
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-Approximately 1.6″ x 1″
-Very pretty and classic
-In a very good condition
2075-43572
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Silver Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Silver Crystal Brooch
*Marked Chanel (during 80s) and 174
*Comes with the original box
*One of the best se...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage 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 1980s 24K Gold Plated CC Chain Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Chanel 1980s 24K Gold Plated CC Chain Brooch, a timeless and elegant accessory that adds a touch of vintage Chanel sophistication to any ensemble. Crafted from luxuri...
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
24k Gold, Gold Plate
CHANEL Vintage Massive Gold Tone Chain & Clover Safety Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive gold tone chain safety pin brooch featuring a lucky clover.
Embossed CHANEL.
Indicative measurements : length approx. 8.5 cm (3.35 inches) / max. width appro...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Iconic Chanel Turquoise Cluster Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
One of Mlle. Chanel's most popular brooch designs.
Handmade Pate de verre beads made to simulate turquoise matrix set in a gilded bronze web scattered with pastes.
Often purchased a...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Star Black Bead Pearl Crystal Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
*Marked 19
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original pouch and original box
- It is approximately 1.5" x 1.5".
-Very classic and pretty
-In a pristine condition
3129-45542
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Pin in silver-plated metal and navy blue enamel. Jewelry from staff sales.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 2.5 cm
SKU:BRB62
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Flower Pearl Crystal Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Flower Pearl Crystal Pin
*Marked in 07
*Made in France
-Approximately 1.25″ x 1.25″
-Very pretty and classic
-The faux pearl has scratches and...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gilt Leaf Brooch with Pastes and Pearls, Goossens
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Striking floriform brooch completely handmade by Goossens for Chanel. Chanel's favorite fox chain is transformed into a spray of leaves centered with pastes. The texture of the chain...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Massive Cotton Camellia Brooch Pink
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL massive camellia brooch is crafted of cotton canvas in pink. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 10.5 cm. Comes with tag (94P) and box....
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Iconic Chanel Turquoise Cluster Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
One of Mlle. Chanel's most popular brooch designs.
Handmade Pate de verre beads made to simulate turquoise matrix set in a gilded bronze web scattered with pastes.
Often purchased a...
Category
1960s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel brooch 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal plier-like brooch ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones. Collection from the beginning of the 1980s.
Condition:
Good condition
Dimensions:
7....
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Silvery Metal Brooch, 2005
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal brooch with rhinestones representing a sun. 2005 Fall-Winter Collection, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional informati...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Brooch with Rhinestones, 2018
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal cc brooch ornamented with rhinestones. A 2018 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 3.7 cm
Pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French 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 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 ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Golden Metal Brooch with CC Logo, 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch representing a flower centered with a cc logo. 1995 Spring-Summer Collection. Jewelry engraved with the S of sales.
Additional informa...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Captain Cap Brooch, 2018
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bakelite brooch representing a captain cap. 2018 Coco Airline Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 2.5 c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
2023 Chanel Golden fancy diamonds signet
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch in gold metal decorated with the CHANEL inscription encrusted with white rhinestones. Width 6.2 cm x height 1.5 cm. The brooch is sold without invoice or original packa...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Zircon, Gilt Metal
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Quilted Bag Dangle Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone dangle brooch featuring an iconic quilted bag topped by a crowned CC medallion.
Embossed CHANEL.
Indicative measurements : height approx. 7.8 cm (3.07 inch...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Brooch Haute Couture with Transparent Lucite
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal brooch with transparent lucite. Haute Couture not signed jewelry.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 6.5 cm
Seller R...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
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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Questions About Chanel Brooches
- How much is a Chanel tote?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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, 2022You 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.
- Are Chanel earrings real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021All 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.
- Are Chanel pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending 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, 2021The 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.
- Is Chanel a luxury brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, 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, 2021Although 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.
- What is Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel 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.
- What is Chanel Matelasse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel 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.
- What does Chanel 5 smell like?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Who is Coco Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Coco 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.
- Who is the founder of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Gabrielle "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.
- What is a Chanel Deauville?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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.
- What is Chanel known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Chanel 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.
- Who is Chanel owned by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel 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.
- Where is Chanel manufactured?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel 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.
- What does Chanel sell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Chanel 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.
- What is a Chanel Reissue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024The 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.
Find vintage Chanel handbags, evening dresses, jackets and other clothing for sale on 1stDibs. - What is Chanel iridescent?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel 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 ExpertAugust 8, 2024Any 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, 2024Coco 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.
- What makes Chanel so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A 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, 2023The 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.
- Are Chanel diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether 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.
- Are all Chanel bags handmade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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.
Find vintage Chanel bags and purses on 1stDibs. - How do I know my Chanel series?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2023There 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.
- What year is vintage Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What year is vintage for Chanel changes over time. For a Chanel piece to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. For example, in 2023, bags, apparel and accessories produced in 2003 or earlier are vintage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Chanel pieces.
- Is the Chanel 19 timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether the Chanel 19 bag is timeless is largely a matter of opinion. Since the bag debuted in 2019, it doesn't have the same long history behind it as some other iconic Chanel bags, like the 2.55. However, the bag does incorporate some of the French luxury fashion house's signature details, like the CC clasp, a metal chain strap and a quilted exterior. As a result, some may argue that the Chanel 19 is destined to become a timeless classic. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Chanel 19 bags.