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Chanel Velvet Mini Classic Flap

Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag
Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag

Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Super Rare vintage Chanel mini square black velvet classic flap shoulder bag from 1997 to 1999 collection

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Chanel Classic Flap Mini Coral Pink Velvet Black Hardware, 2014-2015
Chanel Classic Flap Mini Coral Pink Velvet Black Hardware, 2014-2015

Chanel Classic Flap Mini Coral Pink Velvet Black Hardware, 2014-2015

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Classic Flap Mini Coral Pink Velvet Black Hardware, 2014-2015 Add a touch of brightness to your summer wardrobe with this classic flap from Chanel, featuring a cheerful shi...

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Chanel Mini Square Flap Red Velvet w/Gold Hardware
Chanel Mini Square Flap Red Velvet w/Gold Hardware

Chanel Mini Square Flap Red Velvet w/Gold Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

The signature flap closure and quilted patterning are softened by the fabric’s plush texture, lending a more atmospheric, almost evening-driven interpretation of the classic Chanel g...

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Chanel Mini Classic Bag 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld
Chanel Mini Classic Bag 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld

Chanel Mini Classic Bag 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - Ready-to-Wear 2017 Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Quilted red velvet bag, gold-tone metal handle interwoven with grosgrain ribbon, gold-tone meta...

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

2014 Chanel Fuchsia Mini Velvet Boy Bag With Ruthenium Hardware
2014 Chanel Fuchsia Mini Velvet Boy Bag With Ruthenium Hardware

2014 Chanel Fuchsia Mini Velvet Boy Bag With Ruthenium Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 2014 Chanel Fuchsia Mini Velvet Boy Bag with Ruthenium Hardware is a striking accessory that embodies both elegance and sophistication.

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Gucci Velvet Matelasse Mini GG Marmont Shoulder Bag Black
Gucci Velvet Matelasse Mini GG Marmont Shoulder Bag Black

Gucci Velvet Matelasse Mini GG Marmont Shoulder Bag Black

By Gucci

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Gucci Velvet Matelasse Mini GG Marmont Shoulder Bag in Black is a refined and luxurious accessory that combines elegance with modern flair.

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Chanel Velvet Quilted Rectangular Mini Flap Bag Coral

Chanel Velvet Quilted Rectangular Mini Flap Bag Coral

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This Chanel rectangular classic mini flap is made of diamond quilted velvet in coral.

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Chanel Coral Pink Velvet & Leather Quilted Crossbody "Classic New Mini" Bag
Chanel Coral Pink Velvet & Leather Quilted Crossbody "Classic New Mini" Bag

Chanel Coral Pink Velvet & Leather Quilted Crossbody "Classic New Mini" Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Size: Mini Color: Black,Pink, Style: Classic New Mini Made In: France Fabric Content: Exterior: Velvet Textile; Lining: Leather Item Specifics & Details: Released circa 2014-201...

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Burgundy Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Bag
Chanel Burgundy Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Burgundy Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Beautiful Timeless Chanel mini size in velvet bordeaux in good condition from 2015. Leather wallet inside. Size 20*11*2 cm 8" L x 1" W x 4.3" H Comes with card and dust bag. For ...

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2010s Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag Silver 3C927
Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag Silver 3C927

Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag Silver 3C927

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 21490002 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 2.5" Height: 4.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 22.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Acc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Classic Flap Mini Square Vintage Black Velvet 24k Gold Hardware 1991-94
Chanel Classic Flap Mini Square Vintage Black Velvet 24k Gold Hardware 1991-94

Chanel Classic Flap Mini Square Vintage Black Velvet 24k Gold Hardware 1991-94

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Scuffs and a little worn on the corners, and edges of the flap.  DETAILS: Circa 1991-1994 Series 2 CHANEL Classic Flap Velvet Black color diamond quilting 24k Gold plated hardware ...

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Chanel Micro Nano Red Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag 363ccs225
Chanel Micro Nano Red Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag 363ccs225

Chanel Micro Nano Red Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag 363ccs225

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 1850746 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 2.5" Width: 1" Height: 2.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 19.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B) Accessories:...

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Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag Silver 3C927
Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag Silver 3C927

Chanel Black Quilted Velvet Mini Classic Flap Chain Bag Silver 3C927

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 21490002 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 2.5" Height: 4.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 22.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Acc...

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Chanel Vintage 1990s Quilted Micro Mini Purple Velvet Flap Bag
Chanel Vintage 1990s Quilted Micro Mini Purple Velvet Flap Bag

Chanel Vintage 1990s Quilted Micro Mini Purple Velvet Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL vintage 1990s quilted micro mini flap bag featuring purple velvet body with gold toned hardware.

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Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini
Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Creasing, moderate wear, indentations and darkening on exterior and strap, small indentations underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height...

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Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag
Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag

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H 5.12 in W 2.37 in L 7.68 in

Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The Chanel New Mini Classic Flap bag is a sized-down version of the icon.

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Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag
Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag

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H 5.12 in W 2.37 in L 7.68 in

Chanel Coral Velvet New Mini Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The Chanel New Mini Classic Flap bag is a sized-down version of the icon.

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Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini
Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 8", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Chanel Model: Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini Exterior Ma...

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Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini
Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 4.5", Width 8", Depth 3", Strap Drop 23" Designer: Chanel Model: Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini Exterior Material: Velvet Exte...

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Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Camellia Velvet Mini
Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Camellia Velvet Mini

Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Camellia Velvet Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Minor marks underneath flap, scratches and discoloration on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height 6", Width 8", Depth 3", Strap Drop 20" Designe...

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Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Camellia Velvet Mini
Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Camellia Velvet Mini

Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Camellia Velvet Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Minor wear on exterior, minor indentations underneath flap, scratches and discoloration on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height 6", Width 8", D...

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Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini
Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

Chanel Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 5", Width 6.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Chanel Model: Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini Exterior Material...

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Classic Mini Flap Yellow Quilted Velvet
Classic Mini Flap Yellow Quilted Velvet

Classic Mini Flap Yellow Quilted Velvet

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H 4.93 in D 2.76 in L 7.88 in

Classic Mini Flap Yellow Quilted Velvet

By Chanel

Located in Dublin, IE

Classic Mini Flap in yellow quilted velvet, chain strap interlaced with velvet and CC turnlock. Ruthenium tone hardware. Back slip pocket. Yellow leather lined interior with one zip ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini
Chanel Vintage Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

Chanel Vintage Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 6.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Chanel Model: Vintage Square Classic Single Flap Bag Quilted Velvet Mini Exterio...

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Chanel New Mini Yellow Velvet Flap Bag
Chanel New Mini Yellow Velvet Flap Bag

Chanel New Mini Yellow Velvet Flap Bag

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H 5.12 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in

Chanel New Mini Yellow Velvet Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Estimated retail price: €2490 Chanel Yellow Velvet Classic New Mini Flap Bag This beautiful Chanel Velvet bag is from the Pre-Spring 2014 Collection.

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Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Sequin Embellished Lambskin Mini
Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Sequin Embellished Lambskin Mini

Chanel Classic Single Flap Bag Sequin Embellished Lambskin Mini

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Scuffs and indentations underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Measurements: Height 5", Width 8", Depth 3", Strap Drop 23" Designer: Chanel ...

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Chanel Yellow Quilted Velvet Small Classic 2.55 Flap Bag
Chanel Yellow Quilted Velvet Small Classic 2.55 Flap Bag

Chanel Yellow Quilted Velvet Small Classic 2.55 Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel yellow Small Classic 2.55 flap bag of quilted velvet with black metal hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Limited Chanel Velvet Classic Flap Medium New Supermarket collection JaneFinds
Limited Chanel Velvet Classic Flap Medium New Supermarket collection JaneFinds

Limited Chanel Velvet Classic Flap Medium New Supermarket collection JaneFinds

By Chanel

Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY

New with all the accessories Size: 6.3′ x 10.2′ 2.8′ inches Introducing the Chanel Velvet Classic Flap. The Classic Flap Bag has been given a velvet update for Fall/Winter 201...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Velvet Mini Camellia Crossbody Navy Blue / Dark Mustard / Gold / Silver
CHANEL Velvet Mini Camellia Crossbody Navy Blue / Dark Mustard / Gold / Silver

CHANEL Velvet Mini Camellia Crossbody Navy Blue / Dark Mustard / Gold / Silver

By Chanel

Located in Sanford, FL

This Timeless Mini Classic Camellia shoulder bag is crafted from navy and mustard velvet, and features the classic quilted top flap which opens with a CC turn-lock closure to an inte...

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Limited Edition Chanel Camellia Flap bag quilted Velvet Small shoulder bag
Limited Edition Chanel Camellia Flap bag quilted Velvet Small shoulder bag

Limited Edition Chanel Camellia Flap bag quilted Velvet Small shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Paris, IDF

Rare and stunning Timeless Bag Limited Edition Mini Classic Camellia in red and blue velvet , gold metal trim, gold metal chain handle allowing a hand or shoulder support. 1 patch po...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

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Chanel for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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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.

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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.”

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