Chanel Half Moon Single Flap Bag Black w Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elegant in its simplicity, this Chanel Half Moon Single Flap bag softens the house’s classic structure through a gently curved silhouette that feels both refined and effortlessly wea...
Chanel Vintage Half Moon Red Lambskin Gold Matelasse Chain Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Vintage Half Moon Red Lambskin Gold Matelasse Chain Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Chanel Beige Quilted Satin Vintage Bijoux Half Moon Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Beige Quilted Satin Vintage Bijoux Half Moon Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1532 Brand: Chanel Model: Half Moon Mini Flap Bag Type: Shoulder Accompanied By: Chane...
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Chanel Y2K Quilted Mini Crossbody Half Moon Crossbody Sling Bag – Pink Leather
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Channel early-2000s luxury with this adorable Chanel Y2K mini crossbody bag. Crafted in pink quilted leather, this compact piece features the house's iconic diamond stitching, a gold...
Chanel Velvet Half Moon Black Wallet on Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This wallet on a chain is beautifully crafted of luxurious velvet in black. The cross body bag features a below the waist polished gold chain link shoulder strap threaded with black ...
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H 6.9 in W 9.7 in D 2.4 in
CHANEL Half Moon Chain Shoulder Crossbody Bag Black Flap Quilted
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Half Moon Chain Shoulder Bag Crossbody Black Quilted Flap.
CHANEL Vintage Half Moon Chain Shoulder Bag Single Flap Quilted
By Chanel
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Vintage Half Moon Chain Shoulder Bag Single Flap Quilted.
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H 4.34 in D 2.37 in L 6.5 in
Chanel White Lizard Skin Half Moon Long Tassel Clutch Bag, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Half moon shaped clutch bag with extra long tassel.
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H 5.5 in W 2 in L 7 in
Chanel Classic Gripoix Quilted Half Moon Crescent Flap 215653 Ivory Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code:0508542 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7" Width: 2" Height: 5.5" Shoulder strap drop: 19" OVERALL GOOD COND...
CHANEL Authentic RARE CC Logo VINTAGE 1980s Black Satin Handbag Purse ITALY
By Chanel
Located in Asheville, NC
CHANEL, Half Moon Crescent Mini Evening Bag Purse, Authentic Vintage Mid 1980's, Six Digit Serial Number (160338) placed inside pocket lining, Quilted Satin Fabric Exterior with Leat...
1990s Beige Chanel Half-Moon Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Chanel Half-Moon Flap Bag is in good pre-owned condition accompanied by Chanel dust bag & authenticity card.
Chanel Quilted Champagne Half-Moon Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A rare design from Chanel, this half-moon shaped handbag is an unusual piece that easily moves from day to night.
Chanel Black Metallic Caviar Leather Half Moon Timeless Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Metallic Caviar Leather Half Moon Timeless Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Half Moon Timeless Flap Bag Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number- 14****** Age- Circa 2010 Acco...
CHANEL Beige Quilted Lambskin Vintage Half Moon Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Beige Quilted Lambskin Vintage Half Moon Mini Flap Bag Serial Number: 0605447 Age (Circa): 1989 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card Authenticity Details: Authenticity Card, Se...
CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage XL Half Moon Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage XL Half Moon Mini Flap Bag Serial Number: 0771433 Age (Circa): 1989 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Authenticity Details: Au...
Chanel Bronze Antique GoldSnakeskin Exotic Half Moon Small Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Snakeskin Gold tone hardware Leather lining Flip-lock closure Includes dust bag Shoulder strap drop 11.5" Measures 11" W x 7.5" H x 3" D Includes dust bag 100% authenticity guarantee...
CHANEL Half Moon red caviar leather CC quilted flap crossbody WOC bag
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Half Moon red caviar leather CC quilted flap crossbody WOC bag Reference: AAWC/A01587 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Model: Half Moon Material: Leather Color: Red, Sil...
Chanel Black Bronze Snakeskin Exotic Half Moon Small Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Snakeskin Silver-tone hardware Leather lining Flip-lock closure Includes dust bag Shoulder strap drop 16" Height: 8.5" Width: 14" Depth: 4.25" 100% authenticity guaranteed NEWFOUND ...
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H 7.09 in W 9.06 in D 2.76 in
Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6044 Brand: Chanel Model: Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Type: Sh...
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H 6.7 in W 9.06 in D 2.76 in
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5880 Brand: Chanel Model: Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Type: Sh...
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H 6.7 in W 8.86 in D 2.96 in
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5763 Brand: Chanel Model: Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Type: Sh...
Chanel Vintage Half Moon Flap Bag Navy Lambskin Leather Mega Gold Hardware 1989-
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Same bag was spotted on Rhianna. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This previously owned and used item is in very good condition with moderate signs of use. Creases on the leather. Rubbing arou...
Chanel Vintage Mini Half Moon Flap Bag Black Lambskin Leather Gold Hardware 1986
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: GOOD This previously owned and used item is in good condition with moderate signs of use. Creases on the leather. Scuffs around the corners, edges of the flap. Scratches ...
CHANEL Vintage black satin gold frame slide lock half moon evening clutch bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage black satin gold frame slide lock half moon evening clutch bag Reference: VNWG/A00004 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Satin Color: Black, Gold Pattern...
Chanel Vintage Black Halfmoon Crocodile Flap
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Vintage Black Half Moon Crocodile Flap Bag Classic vintage Chanel half moon silhouette crafted in glossy black crocodile with signature CC turn-lock closure and leather-interw...
Chanel Half Moon Blue Large Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Half Moon Flap in blue can be worn as a shoulder bag or held in the hand.
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Half Moon Wallet On Chain WOC Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Half Moon Wallet On Chain WOC Crossbody Bag.
CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld silver CC logo red satin quilted half moon clutch bag
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld silver CC logo red satin quilted half moon clutch bag Reference: TGAS/C01091 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Half Moon Clutch Material: Satin...
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H 6.7 in W 9.06 in D 2.76 in
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6088 Brand: Chanel Model: Small Half Moon Classic Single Flap Bag Type: Sh...
80's Vintage Chanel Black Quilted Half Moon Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Chanel Half Moon bag from the 80's ( so no hologramme inside) Good vintage condition, just some light signs of wear Size 20,5 x12 cm
Chanel Ivory Python Half Moon Bag
By Chanel
Located in Malibu, CA
Creamy white python skin half-moon hobo is gathered along the top collar with a magnetic snap closure.
Chanel Wine Caviar Half Moon Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Chanel’s Wine Caviar Leather Half Moon Flap Bag is a fantastic find in pristine condition.
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium, crafted from green caviar leather, features woven-in leather chain straps, diamond quilted sides, and silver-tone hardware.
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium crafted from brown caviar leather, features signature woven-in leather chain straps, diamond quilted sides, and silver-tone hard...
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large, crafted from black caviar leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, diamond quilted sides, oversized CC stitched logo and ...
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium is a sophisticated and tasteful piece that can be carried fromday to night.
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Gold, Metallic Interior Material...
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Creasing, moderate wear and scuffs on exterior and underneath flap, small marks and wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Measurements: Ha...
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 9", Width 11", Depth 4", Strap Drop 15.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large Exterio...
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 8", Width 11", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium Exterior...
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 9", Width 13", Depth 4", Strap Drop 16" Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large Exterior ...
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 15.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Medium Exte...
Chanel Vintage Black Leather CC Half Moon Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Black leather Chanel Vintage CC half moon shoulder bag with gold-tone hardware, single woven chain and leather shoulder strap, black leather lining, one zip pocket at interior wall a...
Chanel Red White Stripe Canvas Half Moon Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Red and white canvas in striped pattern Chanel Half Moon shoulder bag with darkened silver-tone hardware, fringe details, woven canvas and chain-link shoulder strap, interlocking CC ...
Chanel Lamb leather quilted Half moon timeless clutch bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Black supple lamb leather Chanel Timeless clutch with silver-tone hardware, tonal leather lining, single zip pocket at interior wall and CC push-lock closure at top. Serial number In...
Chanel Caviar Half Moon WOC, Silver, Gunmetal Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This Chanel Black Caviar Half Moon WOC is in overall Excellent condition.
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H 9.5 in W 14.5 in D 4 in
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large Exterior Material: Leathe
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 9.5", Width 14.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless...
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H 9.5 in W 14.5 in D 4 in
Chanel Timeless Half Moon Flap Bag Caviar Large Exterior Material: Leathe
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 9.5", Width 14.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Chanel Model: Timeless...
Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Leather CC Half Moon Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Beige quilted Lambskin leather Chanel CC Half Moon Flap shoulder bag with gold-tone hardware, woven leather and chain-link shoulder strap, an interlocking CC turn-lock closure at fro...
Chanel vintage half moon shoulder bag in beige quilted leather, Gold hardware
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Lovely Chanel vintage Demi-lune (Half-moon) shoulder bag in beige quilted leather, gold-plated metal hardware, a gold-plated metal chain handle interwoven with beige leather for a ha...
Chanel vintage half moon shoulder flap bag in black quilted satin, GHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Chanel Classic half-moon flap shoulder bag in black satin, gold-plated metal hardware, a gold-plated chain handle interlaced with black braided stain for a shoulder and sho...
Chanel vintage half moon shoulder bag in beige quilted leather, Gold hardware
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Lovely vintage Chanel Half Moon handbag in beige quilted leather , gold metal hardware , a gold metal chain handle intertwined with beige leather for a hand, shoulder or shoulder str...
Vintage Chanel black lambskin half moon 2.55 chain shoulder bag with golden CC.
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980's Chanel black lambskin half moon shape 2.55 shoulder bag with golden round flower CC motif closure.
CHANEL Chocolate Brown Half Moon Hobo Shoulder Bag
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic CHANEL Brown Half Moon Hobo Shoulder Bag. It is done in smooth and supple dark brown leather with silver hardware and chain and leather woven detailing.
Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Leather Half Moon Wallet On Chain
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Indulge in timeless luxury with this Chanel Half Moon WOC bag for women. Meticulously crafted, this exquisite accessory embodies elegance, functionality, and style, making it the ult...
Chanel Red Quilted Caviar Leather Half Moon Wallet On Chain
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Indulge in timeless luxury with this Chanel Half Moon WOC bag for women. Meticulously crafted, this exquisite accessory embodies elegance, functionality, and style, making it the ult...
Chanel Half Moon Lambskin Chain Black Leather Zipper Shoulder Bag
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic Chanel Half Moon made of black Lambskin Chain Shoulder Bag Black Leather Zipper.
CHANEL Half Moon Chain Shoulder Crossbody Bag Black Flap Quilted
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Takamatsu-shi, JP
An authentic CHANEL Half Moon Chain Shoulder Bag Crossbody Black Quilted Flap.
$2,208Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 0.6 in W 0.6 in D 0.05 in L 0.6 in
Regal 18k White Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Flower Stud Earrings for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the delicate beauty of nature, these exquisite earrings are crafted in luminous 18k white gold and shaped into a graceful, four-petal floral silhouette. Each petal is met...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...
La Perla S/S 2002 beige nude sheer embellished backless wedding slip dress gown
By La Perla
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE La Perla S/S 2002 Composed of two layers of beige stretch sheer silk chiffon, embellished with circular motifs in varying sizes, formed from a combination of silve...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
$927
Size: 40 on tag but fit 38/ M
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with buckle THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with silver metal buckle. on the left side. Main fabric composition: 90% wool, 10% nylon. Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Cut-work. SIZE 40...
$12,920
W 17 in D 4 in L 13 in
Chanel Timeless Vintage Cc Tote Towel Rare Piece Black Terry Cloth Beach Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Beach Bag CC Tote Towel Rare Piece 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} White terry "CC" lettering stitched on one side Black leather lined interior Interior zippered and open poc...
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Beaded Silk Bridal Gown Wedding Dress Gloves
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching gloves Vintage 1990's Heavy 100% ivory/taupe silk Iridescent glas...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
Vintage LOEWE Anagram Leather Boston Bag 35 Camel
By Loewe
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOEWE Anagram boston bag is crafted of large-grained calfskin leather in camel trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware and rolled lea...
Black crêpe satin asymmetrical evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black crêpe satin ( the satin side of the fabric is inside) asymmetrical evening dress. Shoulder pad. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Cut-work. SAMPLE. Side le...
$5,800
H 7.88 in D 1.38 in L 11.42 in
Hermès 1981 Vintage Customised Heron Jige Elan PM Burgundy Clutch
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Burgundy leather trim - Fold flap - Custom hand-painted heron design - Signature “H” tab closure - Tonal stitching with contrast edging - Includes original box (damaged) - Stamp K ...
14KT Yellow Gold Classic Four-Prong Diamond 1.06 Cts Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerp, BE
This classic 14K yellow gold tennis bracelet showcases a slender, flexible line of brilliant round-cut diamonds. Each individual gemstone is held securely in a traditional four-prong...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$32,100
H 2.17 in D 0.69 in L 1.38 in
Chanel 2023 Casino Minaudière Clutch with Rainbow Crystals & Gold
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag by Chanel is a highly sought-after and exclusive piece from the 2023 Cruise collection. - Circa 2023 - From the Chanel 2023 Cruise collectio...
Celine Silk Tuxedo Suit 1990s
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk pants and jacket suit by Celine. The suit has a subtle tuxedo influence via a matching slightly shiny narrow line of silk along each shoulder extending down to ...
In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.
The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.
Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.
But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.
In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.
Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.
Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic.
After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.
Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.
Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
Only Chanel could elevate humble materials like denim and wicker to icon-level status.
In the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, even running errands became a chic exercise.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
How do you tell if a Chanel purse is a knockoff or the real deal? We spoke with handbag experts Alexa Ridolfi and Gerry Gallagher about how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.