Chanel Rings
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
Chanel Camelia Aquatiques Tourmaline Pink Violet Sapphire Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Chanel "Camélia Aquatiques" Tourmaline and Pink-Violet Sapphires on 18K white gold ring.
1 Tourmaline 13 carats, Pink and Violet Sapphires 1,80 carats.
Retail price: approximately US...
Category
Early 2000s European Aesthetic Movement Chanel Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Chanel Diamond White Gold Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Band Ring by Chanel.
With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately .70ct
Details:
Size:6
Width: 4mm
Weight: 5.4 grams
Sta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Chanel 18k 750 White Gold Camellia 1 Diamond Ring
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel 18k 750 White Gold Camellia 1 Diamond Ring
*Marked Chanel
*Comes with the original boxes and certificate
*Serial #:S14xxx
-Fr size 49 / us size 5
3142-47577
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Rings
Chanel Pearl Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic authentic Chanel diamond ring showcasing a grey pearl wrapped with round brilliant cut diamonds in shimmering 18k white gold. The ring measu...
Category
1990s Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage Chanel Diamond & Enamel Ring in 18kt White Gold 0.9 CTW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Chanel Diamond & Enamel Ring in 18kt White Gold 0.9 CTW
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 113960
Listing Title: Vintage Chanel Diamond & Enamel Ring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
White Gold, Enamel
Chanel Coco Crush 18 Karat White Gold Band with Diamonds
By Chanel
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Coco Crush Diamond Band by Chanel
Quilted motif, large version, 18K white gold, diamonds
Ring Size 7.5
Metal Weight 18 Grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Comete Star Diamond Large Spinning Dome White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Comete Star Diamond Large Spinning Ring by Chanel.
With Center 1 round brilliant cut diamond E color, VVS1 clarity total weight approximately .77ct
118 round brilliant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Chanel Beige / Rose Gold Diamond Coco Crush Ring Size 50 J11100
By Chanel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k beige / rose gold diamond Chanel ring from the Coco Crush collection. The ring features a quilted motif design, with scattered round brilliant cut diamonds. There are...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chanel Gold Diamond Ring Ultra White Ceramic 18k White Gold Wide Band EU 53
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Fork In Time is proud to offer on the 1st Dibs marketplace:
Chanel
Ultra Ring
Diamond Set 18k White Gold Band Surrounded by Wide White Ceramic Accents
An elegant and sophistica...
Category
2010s French Art Deco Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Concept Pearl Diamond White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
From the Concept collection circa 2001, this lovely Chanel diamond white gold bypass ring features a 10.5mm pearl surrounded by Chanel round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white g...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Matelasse Band in Platinum 0.25 CTW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Matelasse Band in Platinum 0.25 CTW
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 134279
Listing Title: Chanel Matelasse Band in Platinum 0.25 CTW
Condition Description: In excellent condition and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Platinum
Chanel Pink and Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Pink And Green Tourmaline Ring by Chanel.
With 2 Round Amethyst stones 3.5mm
1 Round Pink Tourmaline stone 4mm
2 Round ...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Chanel Silvery Metal Ring, 2004
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal ring decorated with costume pearls, resin pearls and rhinestones. 2004 Fall-Winter Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good c...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Rings
Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring
Gold setting with filagree cut-out design embellished with two rectangular sparkling gold gripoix stones ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
24k Gold, Gold Plate
Chanel Camellia White Rose Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel "Camellia" white rose gold ring
Agate white rose set in 18 karat white gold; marked Chanel, 750
Size: 4.75-5 US; top width 1 inch, top length 0.88 ...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Black White Diamond Pearl Platinum Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel diamond ring circa 2000s adorned with round brilliant cut diamonds, and round brilliant cut diamonds encasing the pearl set in pl...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
CHANEL Mademoiselle Cultured Pearl Gemstone Diamond Rose Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Chanel ring from the chic Mademoiselle collection is crafted in 18k rose gold and set with cultured pearl, amethyst, citrine, pink quartz, and multicolor sapphires. Ma...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold
Chanel Double Silvery Metal ring
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal ring ornamented with rhinestones. 2002 Spring-Summer Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Ornamenta...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Rings
Chanel Ruby Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold “Coco” Ring
By Chanel
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful ring crafted by famed fashion house Chanel. This elegant ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and depicts the designers nick name "COCO" throughout the design. The O's of the design are set with round cut ruby gemstones...
Category
1990s French Retro Chanel Rings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Ultra Black Ring
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel Ultra ring, delivered in a Chanel case.
Condition: very good
Made in France
Material: ceramic, 18-carat 750/1000 white gold.
Color: ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Rings
Materials
White Gold
$2,788
Chanel Baumer Fancy Color Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a famous collaboration between renowned jewelry designer Lorenz Baumer and iconic fashion house Chanel, this exquisite ring is a harmonious fusion of opulence and artistr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
CHANEL 18 Kt. Beige Gold Diamond Ruban Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Rome, IT
Ring made of 18 kt. beige gold and diamonds signed CHANEL.
This piece belongs to CHANEL's Ruban collection.
The bow-shaped ring is embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds.
Loose, kno...
Category
2010s French Modern Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Gold Pearl Heart Ring with CC Charm size 6
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold Pearl Heart Ring is in excellent condition. From the Spring 2002 Collection. Size 6. Faux pearls in a heart shape with d...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Rings
Chanel Gallery Collection HyCeram 18k Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Chanel ring gives a modern flair to the brand's ever-so-classic designs. This ring features geometrical cut outs made of 18k gold and features a HyCeram red band. HyCeram is a h...
Category
2010s French Chanel Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Chanel Ultra Diamonds White Ceramic White Gold Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in white ceramic and 18 karat white gold.
Second- hand Chanel signed ring, from the "Ultra" collection. It consists of a white ceramic ring in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chanel Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Golden Metal Ring, 2003
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal ring ornamented with rhinestones. Size 56 and 58. Fall-Winter 2003 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Rings
Chanel Coco Crush Beige Gold Mini Band - 18k Etched Wedding Ring Size 6
By Chanel
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6
Brand: Chanel
Collection: Coco Crush
Design: Beige Gold Mini
Metal Content: 18k Beige Gold
Style: Stackable Band
Features: Etched design spanning the band's entire perimet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Pave Diamond Band
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K white gold with a partial pave of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.00 carat.
Signed by Chanel
Size 3
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,250
Chanel Medium Ceramic Flexible Ultra Ring Size N (54)
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stylish ring from the world renowned luxury fashion designer, Chanel offering a bold contemporary design. Crafted with a combination of white ceramic and sleek 18ct wh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Ring. Genuine CHANEL Hoop Logo Letters Sterling Silver 925 Band
By Chanel
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chanel Ring
Chanel Logo Scattered Letters
Details:
Size 7.5
13mm wide
Please ask for additional pictures and questions.
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Chanel Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chanel Comete Citrine Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous authentic Chanel yellow gold cocktail ring showcasing a cabochon Citrine adorned with 2 round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k gold.
Size 6 1/4 (Resizeable)
Category
1990s Chanel Rings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Yellow Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold “Coco” Ring
By Chanel
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful ring crafted by famed fashion house Chanel. This elegant ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and depicts the designers nick name "COCO" throughout the design. The O's of the design are set with round cut yellow sapphire gemstones...
Category
1990s French Retro Chanel Rings
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Rose Quartz Lucite Camellia Flower Ring size 5
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic. Chanel Rose Quartz Lucite Camellia Flower Ring is pristine. Rose quartz Lucite ring sculpted in iconic Chanel camellia formation, si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Chanel Vintage Yellow Gold Pearl Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic Chanel vintage cocktail ring circa 1990s showcasing 3 pearls set in 18k yellow gold. The ring measures a size 6 1/2 and can be resized.
Category
1990s Chanel Rings
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold
$5,250 Sale Price
30% Off
Chanel Camellia Flower Aquamarine Sapphire White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
Chanel 18k White Gold Aquamarine & Blue Sapphire Ring, from the "Camellia" Collection.
This ring is retired and is no longer in production.
With one large aquamarine at 15mm, and a...
Category
1990s French Chanel Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Sapphire, White Gold
Chanel Comete Citrine Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous authentic Chanel yellow gold cocktail ring showcasing a cabochon Citrine adorned with 2 round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k gold.
Size 6 1/4 (Resizeable)
Category
1990s Chanel Rings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Magnificent Pearl Gemstone Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic Chanel cocktail ring featuring an eclectic blend of Pearl, Amethyst, Pink & Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline set in 18k white gold.
Size: US 5 1/2
Dimensions: .62″ Inches wide
...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, W...
CHANEL Coco Crush Large Quilted motif 750 18K Ring size 59
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
CHANEL Coco Crush Large Quilted motif 750 18K Ring size 59
18K White
Ring size: 59 / 8.75
Wide : 11.0 mm
Weight: 13.3 gm
Retail $4250
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Chanel Magnificent Sapphire Diamond Gold Spinning Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent authentic Chanel eternity ring set with the finest Chanel round brilliant cut diamonds, and sapphires in 18k white gold.
Size: EU...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent authentic Chanel pearl and diamond ring featuring 1.72ct of the finest round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold.
...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Comete 18K White Gold Diamond and Amethyst Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
Like all pieces from the Chanel Comete collection, this radiant ring is celestially inspired. The bold 18K White Gold setting comes to life thanks to sparkling stars. At the center, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
An incredible cocktail ring by Chanel showcasing 5 pearls adorned with 4 pear shaped yellow sapphires and diamond border all set in luxurious 18k yellow gold. The ring measures a siz...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Chanel Camelia Diamond Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A classic authentic Chanel fine jewelry cocktail ring yielding 87 of the finest Chanel round brilliant cut diamonds (1.76ct) set in 18k yellow go...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Ring. Genuine CHANEL PT950 Platinum Chocolate Bar band
By Chanel
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chanel Ring
Platinum PT950
Chocolate Bar Design.
Details:
3.5mm wide
4.75 ring size
Please ask for additional pictures and questions.
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Concept Pearl Diamond White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel ring from the Concept collection circa 2001 featuring a 10.5mm pearl surround by the finest Chanel round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Ring. Genuine CHANEL Diamond PT950 Platinum Premiere Promes band
By Chanel
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chanel Ring
Platinum PT950 Premiere Promes
Details:
2.5mm wide
4.25 ring size
Please ask for additional pictures and questions.
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Métiers d’arts Paris-Bombay 2011 Ring
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular Chanel ring from the Métiers d’arts 2011 Paris-Bombay collection.
Category
2010s French Chanel Rings
Chanel Diamond Four Leaf Clover Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Four Leaf Clover Band Ring by Chanel.
With 1 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Total Weight Approximately 0.12 ct. Diamond ...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Chanel Concept Pearl Diamond White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel ring from the Concept collection circa 2001 featuring a 10.5mm pearl surround by the finest Chanel round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Gold Camellia Flower and Pearl Ring- size 6
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Gold Camellia Flower and Pearl Ring- MINT Condition
The classic cocktail ring makes a statement in any collection.
Gold clustered camellia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chanel Rings
Chanel rings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel rings available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Chanel jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Chanel diamond rings, from our inventory of 56, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 128 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 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider rings by Fred, Les Pierres de Julie, and Claris-A. Prices for Chanel rings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $330 and tops out at $198,800, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $4,500.
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Questions About Chanel Rings
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- 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.
- What is the Chanel logo called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the Chanel logo is called varies. Some people refer to it as the Coco Chanel logo, after founder Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel. It was Chanel who first created the logo, incorporating her initials. Other names used for the logo include "the interlocking Cs" and "the double Cs." Shop a collection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 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.
- 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.