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.
Chloé by Stella McCartney “C” Tank, FW 2001
By Chloé, Stella McCartney
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: ...
Chloé S/S 2005 Ruffled Silk Blouse
By Chloé
Located in Paris, FR
Silk blouse from Chloé crafted in lightweight silk with an elaborate ruffled front placket. Features a high collar with ruffle trim, cascading vertical ruffles down the center front,...
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: ...
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 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 - ...
Pale pink tank-top Chloé
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink tank-top. SIZE 36 (Fr) on tag but fit M
New Chloe Fall 2007 Mushy Peas Chartreuse Racerback Sleeveless Tank Top Shirt
By Chloé, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Diego, CA
New Fall 2007 CHLOE chartreuse green racerback tank top! Label reads the whimsical color to be "Mushy Peas." This essential beauty comes from the first season Paulo Melim Anderson took the reigns as chief designer for Chloe. The designer had big shoes to fill following the departure of legendary Phoebe Philo. This collection was met with huge success for the brand! Wonderful vibrant color that adds just the right amount of splash to any outfit. Racerback style elegantly displays the back and shoulders. Soft luxurious fabric drapes the body beautifully, and stretches to fit. Simply slips over the head. Very well made, with a fantastic fit! Great layered under a blouse or alone. Perfect with shorts, a skirt, jeans or trousers. The pictured vintage Ralph Lauren Blue label blue and white floral cotton midi skirt, and the YSL rope...
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 ...
CHLOE navy blue silk PLEATE BUTTON DETAILED Blouse Shirt 34 XXS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé oversized paneled long sleeve blouse in navy blue silk (100%). Features two faux button tapes on the front and buttoned cuffs. Opens with eight concealed buttons...
Chloe, Drew bag in cement pink
By Chloé
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chloe, Drew bag in cement pink with gold hardware. This item has hardly been used. The hardware shows some normal wear and a little discolouration from keeping in the closet without ...
Black see-through silk chiffon shirt with top-stitching embroideries CHLOÉ
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black see-through silk chiffon shirt with top-stitching embroideries.Tiny button and buttonhole closure on the middle front + bow. SIZE M/L
Black sleeveless "cache-coeur" Chloé
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sleeveless "cache-coeur". No frabric tag composition but probably silk or rayon. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
1990s Chloe Leopard Cheetah Print Taupe + Gray + Brown 90s Sleeveless Tunic Top
By Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage late 90s CHLOE leopard cheetah print sleeveless tunic shirt! Features flattering animal prints in grey, brown, ivory and tan throughout. Poc...
CHLOE carmine red silk OVERSIZED KEYHOLE Blouse Shirt 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé long sleeve keyhole blouse in carmine red silk (100%). Features an oversized fit and buttoned cuffs. Opens with a concealed button ...
Chloé shirt
By Chloé
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHLOÉ - (Made in France) Off-white silk shirt with black stripes. No size indicated, it fits a 40FR. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 36 cm - Chest: 49 cm - Sl...
CHLOE blue & white silk HORSE PRINT SHEER WRAP Blouse Shirt 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé horse print wrap blouse in blue, black and white silk (100%). Opens with a concealed button and a self tie ribbon. Unlined. Has been w...
CHLOE black cotton CROCHET Long Sleeve Shirt Top XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Chloé long-sleeve crochet top in black cotton (78%) and polyamide (22%) and lace inserts in cotton (100%). Has been worn and is in excellent condi...
CHLOE black LAYERED MOCK NECK Blouse Shirt 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé stand ruched up collar blouse in black acetate (57%), polyamide (22%) and silk (21%). Features long sleeves and opens with a zipper on the back. Lined in black s...
Chloe Floral Silk Shirt
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
Chloe Floral Silk Shirt Blue semi-sheer shirt designed with floral graphic prints. Detailed with subtle ladder cut-out accents. Featuring button cent...
Chloe Off White Valentine Tank Top 2001
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Chloé by Stella McCartney off white Valentine tank top featuring graphic pins attached at chest, multicolor decorative zippers, a...
CHLOE milk cream 100% silk cotton lace eyelet trim peasant blouse FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE milk cream 100% silk cotton lace eyelet trim peasant blouse FR34 XS Reference: GEGG/A00148 Brand: Chloe Material: Silk, Cotton Color: Cream Pattern: Lace Closure: Pullover Extr...
Chloé Beige Cashmere V-neck Long Sleeved Jumper Size XL
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the jumper is evident on this used Chloé designer resale item. Details Beige Cashmere Jumper Long sleeves Stretchy V neck ...
Chloe' Gold & Blue Rhinestone Jewel Neckline Blouse
By Chloé
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chloe' gold and blue rhinestone jewel neckline blouse. Abstract print on a cream ground in blue and gold, the round neckline has a circular band of crys...
Chloé Black Top - '00s
By Chloé
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Made from high quality cotton, this Chloé top in black is sleeveless and has round neckline. Remarks: the size and composition tag is missing. Shoulder:26;Bust:38;Total Length:57.5 ...
Chloé See by Chloe Pink Lace Embroidered Top Size S
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the top is evident on this used See by Chloe designer resale item. Details Pink Polyester Top Mid sleeve length Round neck...
Chloe Navy and Black Tank Top Blouse, Size 38
By Chloé
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- Sleeveless - Featuring black slick with navy lace detail - Includes black cami top with spaghetti straps - V neckline
Chloe Spring Summer 2013 Clare Waight Keller Orange Fizz Sleeveless Silk Top
By Chloé
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful CHLOE by CLARE WAIGHT KELLER ' Orange Fizz ' silk sleeveless shirt ! Features a vibrant color of orange on a luxurious silk (92%) and ela...
Chloe Blouse Military Inspired
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe, Chloé
Located in Sharon, CT
Red, blue and grey Russian Suprematist inspired Military top.
Pale pink thin knit and lace tee-shirt CHLOE
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink thin knit and lace tee-shirt. Front and back knit composition: 59% silk, 41% cotton. Lace composition: 50% cotton, 30% rayon, 10% polyamide, 10% polyester. Raglan sleeve. ...
CHLOE light blue cotton GAUZE FLORAL BOW EMBELLISHED Blouse Shirt 34 XXS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé oversized floral print blouse in blue, navy blue, orange and off-white cotton (100%). Features short raglan sleeve (sleeve measurements taken from the neck) and ...
CHLOE copper silk CREPE PANELED SATIN JERSEY Blouse Shirt 38 S
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé blouse in copper satin jersey viscose (100%) with crepe panels. Features balloon sleeves and a gathered heyhole-neck that closes with a concealed button. Unlined...
CHLOE ivory FLORAL JACQUARD ZIP TURTLENECK Blouse Shirt 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé longsleeve blouse in iconic milk viscose (100%). Embellished with flower a jacquard pattern and a purple rose on the inseam of the collar. Opens with a zipper o...
Sequins evening top with beads and rhinestone neckline Chloé
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sequins evening top with beads and rhinestone neckline. Main fabric composition: 100% silk. Beads and rhinestone composition: 65% plastic, 30% glass, 5% metal. Lining: 100% acetate. ...
CHLOE blue & red cotton & silk RUCHED FLORAL Blouse Shirt 34 XXS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé ruched blouse in navy, burgundy, black and white cotton (65%) and silk (35%). Features short sleeves and a floral print. Unlined. Ha...
CHLOE white cotton BRODERIE ANGLAISE Short Sleeve Blouse Shirt 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloè blouse in white and beige cotton (100%). Features dots with broderie anglaise blooms, puffed sleeves and buttoned cuffs. Opens with eight buttons on the front. U...
CHLOE blue washed denim cotton cropped sleeve over shirt FR38 M
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE blue washed denim cotton cropped sleeve over shirt FR38 M Reference: NILI/A00081 Brand: Chloe Material: Denim Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Made in: Tunisia CONDI...
Chloe, Pink oversized blouse
By Chloé
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chloe, Pink oversized blouse. Light discoloration on the left chest (hardly visible) The item is in good condition.
Chloe Top Striped Graphite and Vanilla Turtleneck Side Zip XS
By Chloé
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Chloe striped wool top features dark grey graphite and vanilla stripes. Fold over turtleneck. Left side has a working gold zip with round toggle. Zip open to rele...
Chloe Top Indigo Navy with White Nubby Texture S
By Chloé
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Chloe top indigo dark navy and white top. Lush nubby texture knit top. Short sleeve and jewel neckline with rear zip. Fabric is woo...
Chloe Light Pinky Beige Ruffled Collar Silk Blouse With Black Bow Detail
By Chloé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chloe Light Pinky Beige Ruffled Collar Silk Blouse with Black Bow Detail exudes elegance and sophistication, perfect for elevating any wardrobe. Crafted from luxurious silk, the ...
Chloé Scalloped Accent Silk Blouse Size L
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the blouse is evident. Minimal wear to the hemline is seen with some pulls to the weave. on this used See by Chloe designer resale item. ...
CHLOE 100% silk black pearl embellished lattice dolman top FR34 XS
By Chloé
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHLOE 100% silk black pearl embellished lattice dolman top FR34 XS Reference: YIKK/A00092 Brand: Chloe Material: Silk, Polyester Color: Black, Pearl Pattern...