A part of the Left Bank intellectual crowd who shared her mother’s fondness for fashion, Chloé cofounder Gaby Aghion was inspired to empower independent working women to break from the conservative dress of the 1950s and don more free-spirited, feminine designs that were appropriate for both work and social life.
Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Aghion established her fashion house in Paris in 1952 with her business partner Jacques Lenoir to develop her own source of income, separate from her husband’s. She was one of the first designers to embrace the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter as a middle ground between haute couture and off-the-rack for the masses.
In 1964, Aghion hired a fledgling Karl Lagerfeld as a designer. The pair would bring Chloé into the international spotlight with their easy yet glamorous lines that drew such fans as Jacqueline Kennedy. Lagerfeld became the staff creative lead at Chloé in 1974 and stayed with the brand until 1983, during which time he became known for his romantic silk dresses that continued Aghion’s feminine vision and were a favorite of the “rich hippie” set. In 1988, then-unknown designer Martine Sitbon took the helm of Chloé for several years before Lagerfeld returned as creative director from 1992 to 1997, drawing all of the iconic 1990s supermodels to his runway.
After his second departure, Chloé tapped yet another early-career designer to lead the label: a punky 25-year-old Stella McCartney, who earned the position not because of her famous lineage (she’s the daughter of Paul and Linda McCartney), but because of her fashion education at Central Saint Martins and work experience on London’s Savile Row and at Christian Lacroix. Following McCartney’s exit to launch her own line in 2001 — not long after introducing the diffusion label See by Chloé that year — Chloé named Phoebe Philo to the post.
Under Philo’s leadership, Chloé expanded from women’s clothing to an accessories line — including handbags — and debuted the legendary Paddington bag in 2005. The padlocked satchel, notorious for weighing a hefty three pounds while empty, became one of the “It bags” of the decade (the brand’s double-handled Marcie holds its own in that regard); the entire 8,000-bag initial production run sold out via preorders.
Philo left Chloé in 2006; her successors include, among others, Clare Waight Kelle and Natacha Ramsay-Levi, who announced that she would be departing the house in late 2020. Part of Chloé’s decades-long lasting influence — which we’d like to speculate would appease Aghion greatly — is the brand’s dedication as a career-launching platform for newbie designers, particularly women.
Browse an extraordinary inventory of vintage Chloé handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
S/S 2005 CHLOÉ by Phoebe Philo Azure Blue Satin Silk Slip Tea Dress
By Phoebe Philo, Chloé
Located in Sheffield, GB
A simple, beautiful Chloé by Phoebe Philo silk dress from Spring 2005, in azure and sky blue shades. Featuring plaited shoulder straps, adjustable draw tie ribbons at the bust and a ...
Chloé by Karl Lagerfeld 1970's Ecru Silk 1920's Inspired Drop Waist Dress
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A darling 1970's Chloé dress from the defining era of Karl Lagerfeld's reign. This sweet silk dress is detailed with delicate early 1920's inspirations such as the drop waist silhoue...
CHLOE blue white silk 2019 BANDANA PRINTED WIDE LEG Pants 34 XXS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé palazzo pants in white twill silk (100%), adorned with an elegant blue bandana print that evokes effortless Riviera ease. Designed in a high-waisted, fluid silho...
Chloé by Karl Lagerfeld F/W 1981 Silver Lurex Gown With Lace Appliqué Yolk
By Chloé, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé Fall 1981 romantic lamé gown. Lagerfeld arguably did his best work at Chloé during the 1970's and 1980's. There- we said it! This metallic masterpiece combin...
Chloé SS1999 by Stella McCartney Silk Jersey Wrap Dress with Gold Bird Embellish
By Chloé
Located in Paris, FR
Silk jersey wrap dress Chloé featuring distinctive gold metallic bird appliqués at each shoulder strap. Crafted from fluid silk jersey in warm taupe, the piece features a surplice ne...
Chloé Fall 2009 Runway Thigh-High Pirate Boots by Hannah MacGibbon Size 37
By Chloé
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare and collectible piece from Chloé’s Fall/Winter 2009 runway, these dramatic thigh-high boots were designed by then-creative director Hannah MacGibbon during one of the house’s ...
Black skirt-suit in wool, cachemire and astrakan collar Chloé
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black skirt-suit in wool, cachemire and astrakan collar
Chloé by Stella McCartney “C” Tank, FW 2001
By Stella McCartney, Chloé
Located in Marlborough, GB
Chloé by Stella McCartney purple tank top, Fall Winter 2001 Features an oversized fuzzy “C” at front Good vintage condition with some fading commensurate with age 100% cotton Size: ...
Chloe Brown Skirt
By Chloé, Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe
Located in Sharon, CT
Nutmeg wool pleated, lined military style skirt.
CHLOE yellow orange red cotton MERIL 110 Platform Sandals Shoes 37
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé Meril 110 platform sandals in orange and yellow cotton in a chunky platform structure with wavy lines. The design features a buckled ankle strap and criss-cross ...
Chloe Stella McCartney S/S 2000 Embroidered Crochet Halterneck Dress w/ Fringe
By Stella McCartney, Chloé
Located in London, GB
CHLOE BY STELLA MCCARTNEY SPRING / SUMMER 2000 EMBROIDERED HALTERNECK DRESS WITH FRINGE HEM SIZE 36 FR Chloe by Stella McCartney embroidered halter neck dress. Sheer finely knit top...
Fall 2000 Chloe by Stella McCartney Runway Brown Wool Coat with Ribbon Belt
By Chloé
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Rare Chloé by Stella McCartney coat from the Fall 2000 collection. This coat embodies the label’s signature blend of Parisian elegance and bohemian charm. 100% chocolate brown wool w...
Chloé by Stella McCartney F/W 2001 Pearl Jacket
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One word to describe this stunning Chloé pearl jacket is Avant-garde infused opulence.It is from the F/W 2001 collection when Stella McCartney was the Crea...
Brown linen skirt suit with passementerie appliqué CHLOE
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown linen skirt suit with passementerie appliqué. Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole closure on the front. Pocket on both side. Split on both side on the jacket. Jacket size : 40...
Chloé Pink Leather Heeled Slingback Sandals -'10s
By Chloé
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Chloé pink leather heeled slingback sandals combine elegance and refined design in a feminine and sophisticated accessory. Made from high-quality pink leather, they feature an op...
1980's CHLOE by KARL LAGERFELD herringbone cashmere coat
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chloé
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very soft taupe and cream herringbone coat made of cashmere with hematite toned buttons designed by Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe dating to the 1980's. There is no size label but this be...
2016 Chloe Runway Documented Rainbow Chiffon Maxi Dress
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
This flamboyant rainbow gown walked the runway as part of Chloé’s Spring 2016 collection. It was the standout look at number 24 and one of the most memor...
Vintage Chloe Multicolor Coat
By Chloé
Located in Oakland, CA
Incredible hand-dyed Chloe coat with button closure. Marked "Chloe Made in France". I would estimate the age as 1970s or perhaps 1980s but I can't say definitively. I believe this is...
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
1970s CHLOE Abstract Print Multi Color Print Silk Dress
By Chloé
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s CHLOE Abstract Print Multi Color Print Silk Vintage summer day dress . Dress is inspired by 1940s Day Dress. Vibrant abstract print color in lavender...
CHLOE Autumn / Winter 2011 long Black Teddy Bear Wool Coat
By Chloé
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Chic Autumn / Winter 2011 Chloe wool coat. Featuring a tall collar, zip down the centre, pockets at the hips, lambskin leather trim and buckle detail...
Chloe White Knit Eyelet Ensemble Suit
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous ensemble from Chloe. This eggshell white knit draws drama with eyelet stripes across. Heavy, well made and ever-so elegant. Skirt waistband allows stretch, no zipper or op...
1997 Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe lace RUNWAY dress with iridescent lining
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe, Chloé
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very unique lace dress with vinyl tortoise trim and iridescent lining designed by Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe dating to fall of 1997 which was his very last collection for Chloe. A very...
Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Iconic Lace Inserted Crepe Gown
By Chloé, Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Lace Inserted Silk Crepe Gown from the 1970's. Made in the period when Lagerfeld helmed the direction of Chloe w...
Chloe Black Silk Taffeta Dress wth Ruffled Collar
By Chloé
Located in Sparks, NV
Fully Lined Side Zip Closure Marked Size: T 36 Color: Black Fabric: Silk Taffeta Label: Chloe Bust: 36" Waist: 32" Hips: Free Shoulders: 16" Total Length: 37.5"
2011 Runway Documented Chloé White Cotton Wrap-Dress
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
This timeless dress was designed by Hannah MacGibbon for the Chloé Spring 2011 collection and was look 14/31 on the runway. The dress is tailored from a crisp and thick white cotton ...
$112Sale Price|25% Off
CHLOE 100% silk milk white split open back short sleeve top FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE 100% silk milk white split open back short sleeve top FR34 XS Reference: LNKO/A01876 Brand: Chloe Material: Silk Color: White Pattern: Solid Closure: Hook & Eye Extra Details: ...
Chloé Silk Chiffon Cocktail Pleated Dress with Sash
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chloé brings back sophisticated 60's cocktail with this fantastic silk chiffon pleated dress. This classic silhouette reminds us of Audrey Hepburn, even alluding to a Catherine Deneu...
Chloé Caramel Peek-a-Boo Shoulder Flutter Sleeve Dress
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet as can be a fleshy-caramel colored Chloé flutter sleeve dress. Perfect for grabbing dinner and drinks on a breezy summer night. Pack her for your next vacation! Peek-a-boo shou...
Brown double-breasted oversize coat CHLOE
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown bi-material double-breasted and oversize coat . Fabric composition : 68% polyester, 32% silk ( shiny fabric) and 2nd main fabric : 99% wool, 1% silk. Lining composition: Cupro....
CHLOE long double-breasted coat in green check wool and green lining
By Chloé
Located in Kingston, NY
CHLOE long double-breasted coat in green check light weight wool and green lining.
Chloé by Phoebe Philo F/W 2003 Tiger and flowers Collage Appliqué Denim Jeans
By Chloé
Located in Paris, FR
From the Fall-Winter 2003 Chloé collection, these pants are crafted from a washed blue cotton denim fabric. They feature a tiger and some pink floral collage appliques throughout. Th...
Chloe Stella McCartney Fall 2000 Runway Black Silk Boot Cut Low Rise Y2K Pants
By Stella McCartney, Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic and collectible for CHLOE black silk flared leg low rise trousers! Soft sturdy silk that holds shape nicely. Tailored fit, with a wider flare leg. Sits low on the hips, with ...
$488Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Chloe Flax Cotton Skirt Set
By Chloé
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous French countryside look. 1980s Chloe flax cotton embroidered set with coordinated tan top and floral embroidered midi skirt. The top has dolman sleeves with button closures...
Chloe Runway 2018 Dress
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
Chloe 2018 runway dress Similar dress collected and present in permanent collection at Palaisgalliera Excellent condition,fabric looks good ,only couple marks underarm. FINAL SALE
Black silk chiffon backless dress with black beaded work CHLOÉ
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk chiffon dress with black beaded work. the skirt part is made of 2 lays of silk chiffon and one lay ( underneath) of organza. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. ...
2000S CHLOE Multicolor Wool Blend Knit Patchwork Quilt Poncho
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
Super soft and amazingly luxurious on 2000S CHLOE Multicolor Wool Blend Knit Patchwork Quilt Poncho
Chloe Ad Campaign Fall 2017 Terra Cotta Silk Chiffon Metallic Paisley Boho Dress
By Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful CHLOE Fall 2017 silk chiffon dress ! This beauty was featured in the ad campaign for the collection. Most importantly, this was also the last collection that designer Clare...
Chloé knitted dress
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
Chloé sleeveless knitted dress with tassel accents Size – S Bust: 32.5″ / 83 cm Waist: 36.5″ / 92,7 cm Hip: 39.5″ / 100,3 cm Length: 34.25″ / 87 cm Fabric – 86% Cotton, 14% Wool; C...
Chloe Phoebe Philo Spring 2002 Novelty Monkey Butterfly Print Long Sleeve Shirt
By Phoebe Philo, Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and collectible Spring / Summer 2002 CHLOE by PHOEBE PHILO novelty monkey and butterfly print long sleeve top ! This amazing blouse is from ...
Chloé by Stella McCartney S/S 1999 Printed Ruffle Dress
By Stella McCartney, Chloé
Located in PARIS, FR
Sleeveless midi dress crafted in lightweight viscose with an all-over abstract linear print in muted blue and ochre tones, finished with a fluid, semi-sheer handle. Constructed with ...
Chloe 1990s Stella McCartney Beige Khaki Linen Short Sleeve Safari Top Jacket
By Stella McCartney, Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 90s vintage CHLOE by STELLA McCARTNEY beige / khaki light brown short sleeve linen and cotton safari top / jacket! Wonderful tailored fit, with snaps up the front, belt at ...
2010 Chloe Ecru Silk Chiffon Maxi-Dress with Silver Rhinestone Detailing
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
This romantic dress was designed by Hannah MacGibbon for Chloé Fall 2010, and may have been part of a capsule collection. It is tailored from off-white or ecru coloured sheer silk ch...
CHLOE beige leather CORK WEDGE Sandals Shoes 37.5
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé cork wedge sandals in beige calfskin with cognac trimming. Buckle closure on the side. Have been worn and are in excellent cond...
Chloe, Blue jeans
By Chloé
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chloe, Blue jeans. The item is in very good condition. Wash label has been removed. • CONDITION: very good condition • SIZE: S • MEASUREMENTS: length 113 cm, width 38 cm, inside...
Chloé Cocktail dress size 40
By Chloé
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
100% Silk Pale green color 3 Folds Central jewel insert with colored natural stones Total lenght cm 102 (40.1 inches) French size 36 italian 40
Chloe Beige and Navy Babydoll Silk Dress with Ruffle Collar, 1980s
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 80's silk Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe dress is the playful, babydoll nod we love to see from the 80s. Somewhere between a luxury court jester and Baby Jane, this dress transports y...
Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Circa 1970s Cream Blush Tiered Lace & Pleated Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chloé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Circa 1970s Cream Blush Tiered Lace & Pleated Dress is a timeless testament to romantic elegance. This exquisite piece features a soft cream blush hue wit...
Chloé by Phoebe Philo F/W 2002 Embroidered Baroque Violet Coat
By Chloé
Located in Paris, FR
Size 40FR / Large Very good condition Shoulders : 40cm Chest : 46cm Length : 110cm Sleeves 66cm
CHLOE Caramello brown leather 2024 Bomber Jacket 38 S
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chloé bomber jacket in Caramello brown shiny lambskin leather is a luxe take on a classic silhouette. Featuring a structured point collar, front snap-button throa...
CHLOE Downey blue cotton & linen 2022 BRODERIE ANGLAISE Maxi Skirt S
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chloé skirt in Downy light blue chambray cotton (84%) and linen (14%) captures the house’s signature romantic aesthetic. Please note the content and size tag are ...
Navy blue double-breasted coat-dress Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe, Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue double-breasted coat-dress . No fabric composition tag but probably rayon and silk lining. Buttons, buttonhole and 1 hook&eye in the middle front. SIZE 42 (Fr) 12 (Us) L
Chloe 1995s Top FR40 Green silk pleated Shirt Blouse UK12 US10 Lagerfeld Chloé
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chloé
Located in PARIS, FR
Chloé top circa 1995 (by Karl Lagerfeld) green silk satin blouse with colorful geometric pattern, pleated on the front, back and all the sleeves, shirt collar closed by 4 buttons, lo...
Chloe Silk Rainbow Off Shoulders Baby Doll Dress S/S 2016
By Chloé
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous semi sheer silk dress in vertical lines of rainbow colors melting into one another from Chloe. The body of the dress is full baby doll style with adjustable fine silk rop...
$487Sale Price|25% Off
NWT Chloe by Phoebe Philo White Embroidered Cotton Wide Leg Trousers / Pants
By Phoebe Philo, Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning (never worn) CHLOE, by PHOEBE PHILO white embroidered cotton flat front high waisted wide leg trousers! Features gold zipper on the front left leg and right back buttocks. D...
Chloé F/W 2007 Eclectic Little Black and Red Pleather and Rhinestone Mini Dress
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chloé has always led the way for the elevated eclectic, and this dress from the 2007 Fall runway collection is certainly no exception. Embellished with chunky crystals and pleather, ...
Chloe S/S10 ivory white beige chiffon silk layered sleeveless wedding dress gown
By Chloé
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage Look 29 from the Chloe Spring Summer 2010 runway collection Floor length silk gown in what one would call off white/ecru, or a very pal...
$426Sale Price|28% Off
Chloé by Phoebe Philo S/S 2006 Brown Silk Embellished Top
By Phoebe Philo, Chloé
Located in Milano, IT
- Sold by SkofArchive - Designed by Phoebe Philo - Spring Summer 2006 Collection - Christal embellished brown and off-white silky tank top - Crewneck - Visible zipper - 100% Silk - ...
Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe Silk Crepe Print Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe, Chloé
Located in New York, NY
Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe Silk Crepe Print Gown from the 1970's. Charming faux wrap one piece design with attached peplum detail. Floral silk damask crepe print which closes with a series of hooks and zipper on back. From the period where Lagerfeld heralded the design team of the Maison Chloe and produced some of the prettiest, feminine dresses...
$358Sale Price|34% Off
Chloe Black Wool Tuxedo Style Coat with Satin Collar - 38
By Chloé
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chloe Black Wool Tuxedo Style Coat with Satin Collar - 38. This coat is a classic show stopper and a very versatile staple. It is a 3/4 length with a tapered fit, wrap style front, a...
Chloe, brown leather loafer pump
By Chloé
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chloe, brown leather loafer pump. The item is in good condition, light stains on both noses and heel.