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
Big CHANEL Flower Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful vintage Chanel flower brooch in molten glass.
Condition: very good
Made in France
Materials: metal, molten glass
Color: gold, red, gree...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Brown Chanel Rabbit Fur Camellia Lapel Pin
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Brown rabbit fur camellia lapel pin by Chanel. 3.5" width, 3.5" length.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Brooches
SS96 Chanel Brooch Turnlock CC Golden
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch with a large CC Chanel logo in golden metal, slanted pin on the back. Width 3.8 cm x length 2.9 cm. The brooch has a few scratches from use but it is in very good vinta...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Crystal and Pearl Draped Chain Stick Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Crystal and Pearl Draped Chain Pin is pristine. Crystal adorned gold toned interlocking CCs are connected with draping pearl ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel by Lagerfeld Quatrefoil Inspired Crystal Logo Brooch 2009 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A dazzling Chanel crystal quatrefoil brooch crafted during the tenure of Karl Lagarfeld. Featuring four large white, mesmerising, sparkly, cushion cut glass crystals. The four crysta...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Dark Silvery Metal Brooch, 2009
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France)Dark silvery metal brooch with resin and costume pearls. Fall-Winter 2009 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Hei...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal camellia brooch with pearl-like glass paste.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 6 cm
Seller Reference...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gilded Metal and Glass Paste Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Gilded metal and glass paste brooch.
Additional Information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter : 4 cm...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
2002 Chanel 02P Gold Tone CC Logo Heart Number Five Clover Charm Bar Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a charm bar brooch designed by Chanel for 2002 collection. The piece is gold plated. It features heart, CC logo, number five, madame Coco, clover charms.
Signed: ©Chanel® 0...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chanel Brooches
Chanel Dark Silvery Metal Star Brooch with Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Dark silvery metal brooch ornamented with rhinestones.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 4.5 cm
Seller Reference:...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch Ornamented with Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch ornamented with rhinestones.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 4.5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB45
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Dark Silvery Metal Brooch Ornamented with Swarovski Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Dark silvery metal brooch ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 3.5 cm
Seller ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Movie Clapper Brooch 2005
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Coco Movie brooch Spring - Summer 2005 collection.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
3.8 cm x 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref number:...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Vintage CHANEL CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful vintage Chanel Brooch from 1994 ! A stunning brooch to add to your outfit !
Condition : very good
Made in France
Materials : gold plated metal
Color : gold
Hardware : gold...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Silvery Metal Pendant Brooch with Resin, 2004
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal pendant brooch with resin in red and pink tones. Spring-Summer 2004 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimens...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver CC Crystal Pink Enamel Camellia Flower Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Crystal Pink Enamel Camellia Flower Brooch
*Marked 04
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1.9" x 1.5".
-Very classic and pretty
-Ther...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Beaten Camellia Brooch, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France)Golden metal beaten brooch ornamented with a pearly cabochon. Spring-Summer 1993 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensio...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
FW2021 Chanel Inrregular Fancy diamonds and Pearls Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch from the AW2021 collection in gold metal with the CC logo motif inlaid with fancy pearls and white rhinestones of different shapes and sizes. Width 4.35 cm x height 3.3...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold Tone rue Cambon Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel gold tone brooch featuring signature interlocking CC logo, round-cut crystal embellishments, engraved logo, a safety bar-pin fastening, ...
Category
2010s 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
Chanel Dark Silvery Metal Star Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Dark silvery metal brooch ornamented with rhinestones.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 3.5 cm
Seller Reference:...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver CC Crystal Large Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Crystal Large Pin
* Marked 03
* Made in France
-It is approximately 1.75" x 1.1".
-There is a sign of wear and tear.
- In a good condition
2043-45595
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Star Shaped Pearl and Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Star Shaped Pearl and Crystal Brooch is pristine. Exquisite brooch features a large faux pearl centered within gold tone star. Adorned with sparkly crystals a...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Black Bakelite and Golden Metal Brooch, 1999
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black bakelite and golden metal brooch. Fall-Winter 1999 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 10 cm - Wid...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel Silvery Metal Pendant Brooch, 2005
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal pendant brooch with enamel, rhinestones, pearls, and charms. Fall-Winter 2005 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Lion Brooch with Pearly Drops
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal lion brooch with pearly drops. Jewelry from the Coco era designed by Goossens.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 8 cm
...
Category
1960s Vintage Chanel Brooches
1999 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of gold toned metal featuring a CC logo at the center. Stamped CHANEL 99P made in France. Measures approximately 5.2 cm in diameter at ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Byzantine Brooch with Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with glass paste.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 7.5 cm x 7.5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB110
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Cross Brooch, 1997
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with costume pearly drops. Fall-Winter 1997 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 7 cm...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Champagne Metal Brooch Ornamented with Rhinestones and Resin, 2020
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Champagne metal brooch ornamented with rhinestones and resin. Fall/Winter 2020 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimension...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver Bubble Letter Circle Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic. Chanel Silver Bubble Letter Circle Pin is in excellent condition. Overlapping circles containing CHANEL lettering and CC create an un...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Engraved Gold-Plated Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in engraved gold-plated metal
Additional information:
Dimensions: 5 H cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref number: BRB34
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
2001 Vintage CHANEL Rhinestone Clover Brooch Gold
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL clover brooch is crafted of gold toned metal featuring four main tear drop rhinestones as clover leaves surrounded my small rh...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel 19K Clear Acrylic Lucite CC Ornament Brooch 66079
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 66079
Chanel 19K Clear Acrylic Lucite CC Ornament Brooch
Stamped 19K for 2019 Fall/Winter
White clear acrylic embedded with brushed gold, faux pearl and crystal ornamen...
Category
2010s Chanel Brooches
1980s Chanel Gold Tone Rue Cambon Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel "Rue Cambon" brooch featuring Rue Cambon, the iconic Chanel address embossed on the front, a safety bar-pin fastening, a back pitted plaque.
Made in France, pitted Chanel pla...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel Brooch pearls, rhinestones in ruthenium metal
Condition: Never worn, delivered in its original box.
Made in France
Material: metal, pearl drops, rhinestones
Color: g...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch, 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch. 1995 Cruise Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 6.5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB144
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Cameo Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in the allure of vintage Chanel with the exquisite Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Cameo Brooch. This remarkable brooch is a captivating homage to the iconic Coco Chanel, featuring a ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Champagne Metal Openwork Brooch Ornamented with Rhinestones, 2018
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Champagne metal openwork brooch ornamented with rhinestones. 2018 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 5....
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Lion Head Brooch, 1983
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal brooch representing a lion head. 1983 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 4.5 cm
Seller reference: BRB77
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Pearl CC Logo Lapel Pin
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone lapel pin with a large faux pearl and CC logo.
Embossed CHANEL.
Made in France.
Indicative measurements : height approx. 5.3 cm (2.09 inches) / pearl diame...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Chanel Camellia White Silk Crepe and Feathers Brooch Made In France
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous vintage Chanel Caméllia Flower brooch in White Silk Crepe and Feathers. It is an elegant vintage brooch by the House of Chanel in a rare and wonderful design. The rare Camellia Flower is constructed with three dimensional silk crepe petals and accented with white feathers to create a diaphanous delicate flower of great beauty. The flower is 4 1/2 inches (11 cm) by 4 inches (10cm). It has a secure closure at the back. It has its original Chanel mark engraved CHANEL CC Made in France. This beautiful flower 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
Chanel Camellia Pendant Brooch in Golden Metal and Beige Enamel, 2007
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Camellia pendant brooch in golden metal and beige enamel. Spring-Summer 2007 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal and Colored Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- Brooch in gilded metal and colored glass paste.
Additional information:
Dimensions: Ø 4.5 cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref number: BRB68
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Large Crystal Cat Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Crystal Cat Large Pin is pristine. Fancy feline silver tone pin with crystals. Pouch or box included.
PBF 13820
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gunmetal CC Black White Bead Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gunmetal CC Black White Bead Brooch
* Marked 03
* Made in France
-It is approximately 1.9" x 1.55".
-Wear it as a brooch or a pendant.
- In a very good condition
AB2083-00569
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Caramel Patent Leather Large Camellia Flower Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Caramel Patent Leather Large Camellia Brooch is in excellent condition. Made in France. Pouch or box included.
PBF 13788
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Runway spring summer 1993 CC arrow heart motif brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare and collector Chanel runway Spring Summer 1993 24k gold plated large CC logo arrow heart motif brooch as seen on Naomi Campbell with original...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch/Pendant in Gold Plated Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Brooch/Pendant in gold plated metal, paved with glass paste cabochons and strass.
Collection Haute Couture Automne-Hiver 1989...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL antique silver 2009 09P LONG DANGELING MULTI CHAIN DOUBLE Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel double brooch in antique silver. Features a black Gripoix glass bead and long strands of various chains. Connected through a small chain with CC pendant. Can be...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Brooches
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANL gold toned brooch is crafted of gold plated metal featuring an intertwined CC in a quilted pattern. Stamped 2 9 CHANEL made in France. Measures approximately 5.6 x...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel White Enamel Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel White Enamel Camellia Brooch is pristine. Pouch or box included.
PBF 13790
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Silver Metal Chain and Ribbon
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch inspired by the famous CC acronym in silver metal chain interlaced with a ribbon of the same metal in reference to the shoulder strap of the Classic bag. Width 4.75cm x...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel 1994 filigree CC brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel 1994 24k gold plated filigree cross CC logo brooch
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned CC Brooch Rope Sling
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL gold toned brooch is crafted of gold plated metal in rope sling pattern featuring a CC logo. Stamped CHANEL 1268. Measures ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gripoix 1991 brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel 1991 (Season 25 by Victoire de Castellane) Gripoix brooch 24k gold plated and red and green glass cabochon very good condition from private sale
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel 1950’s Goossens brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel 1950’s - 1960’s Goossens brooch, Gabrielle Chanel era
Category
1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold Metal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Gilded metal brooch representing the silhouette of Coco Chanel.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 6 W x 9 H cm
Condition: Very...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel brooches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel brooches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gilt metal. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Chanel jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Chanel crystal brooches, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 371 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider brooches by and Herve Van Der Straeten. Prices for Chanel brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $200,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,442.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can find a variety of second-hand Chanel bags online at boutiques and auction houses. You may also be able to find Chanel bags in consignment and vintage boutiques. It helps to know how to authenticate a Chanel bag to ensure you’re getting a legitimate Chanel handbag. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Do Chanel bags go up in value?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chanel VIP bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An authentic Chanel VIP gift bag or gift item may be given to a few loyal VIP customers who regularly visit the store and spend a significant amount of money on their products. It is not something that the general population can purchase. These gift items are all made with the same attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that you expect from anything with the Chanel brand. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How much is a Chanel purse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How to clean white Chanel bags as they are susceptible to light and can turn yellow if exposed for too long by polishing the leather gently with a natural-coloured soft woollen cloth or pat with a fine woollen cloth when wet. Shop a range of authentic Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a Chanel lambskin bag, Chanel recommends using a soft cloth and avoiding any care products that may alter the finish of your handbag. To reduce the appearance of marks on the surface of lambskin leather, gently rub it in a circular motion. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Chanel fashions and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Fake Chanel bags aren’t easy to spot — especially if you’re shopping online. Forgeries are getting increasingly difficult to identify, but there are a few clues that might indicate a Chanel bag is a counterfeit. Bags made in the mid-1980s and later have a serial number at the bottom of the bag, and this number should match the one on the Chanel authenticity card. The Cs in the clasp should have flat, not rounded, edges, and the right-hand C will always overlap the one on the left at the top, with the overlapping reversed at the bottom. The screw on the clasp will have a flat or star head — never a Phillips head. The zipper should have the Lampo logo on the back of the slider, and the bag should come in a duster bag with the Chanel logo printed in white in the center. The diamond-pattern quilting on the bag should be flawless and perfectly aligned, even where there’s a pocket. The lining should lie tight and flat against the interior — never creased or lumpy. The inside of the bag should have the Chanel logo followed by “Made in Italy” or “Made in France.” To ensure you’re purchasing an authentic Chanel bag, buy from a reputable seller that carefully vets their offerings. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How can I wear my Chanel jacket?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you style your Chanel jacket is a matter of preference. Some people like to wear casual clothing, so the Chanel jacket stands out. Others prefer an entire Chanel ensemble with a jacket for an all-over look. Accessorizing your Chanel jacket with a scarf is also a very popular option. Find Chanel jackets on 1stDibs along with a variety of Chanel clothing to create eye-catching ensembles.
- How to store your Chanel bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tuck the chain inside your Chanel bag through its holes and store it in a dust-free environment and avoid touching or bumping into any other items while they're hanging out of sight. Shop a range of vintage and modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- When was Chanel founded?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- Are Chanel bags heavy?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
- Does Chanel sell men’s shoes?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel doesn’t have a specific men’s shoe division but they do have a sneakers line that can be worn by any gender. These sneakers come in a variety of colors with different fabrics and all feature Chanel’s outstanding quality. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel shoes and other accessories from some top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s sunglasses as they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel sunglasses and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel sunglasses and other accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- Where are Chanel bags made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022The current designer of Chanel is Virginie Viard, who started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s self-proclaimed “right arm and my left arm.” Aside from a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.
- Can you buy Chanel online?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024Yes, you can buy Chanel online. Not every Chanel product, however, is available through the brand's official website.
While Chanel fragrances can be purchased at the brand's site, Chanel clothing, bags and accessories are not available for purchase directly through the company online. Auction sites and luxury resale platforms sell both vintage and new Chanel bags and other items, but authenticity is always a concern when buying online, so it's important to purchase from a reputable seller that properly vets the origin and authenticity of your items.
An authentic Chanel bag sold online will never be cheap, but a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean it's the real thing. Find a collection of authentic Chanel evening dresses, tote bags and other pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.