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.
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Chanel pants 'Ski'
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Quilted pink velvet pants printed with cc logos. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Piece from sales. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 39 cm - Hips: ...
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 08P 2008 jeans Runway
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 08P 2008 jeans Designer: Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Chanel 2008 spring / summer Country of production: Italy Marked Size: 40 Composition: 100% cott...
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CHANEL 19A blue cotton hieroglyphics patch straight leg jeans FR40 L
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 19A blue cotton hieroglyphics patch straight leg jeans FR40 L Reference: KNLM/A00342 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 19A Material: Cotton Color: Blue Patter...
Chanel Resort 2017 Women's Red Cream Striped Wide Leg Trousers FR38
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
Stunning Chanel wide leg striped trousers from the Resort 2017 collection - looks 29 & 30 on the runway. Unworn. Made from heavy red and cream striped textured poly/cotton with super...
Chanel Spring 2010 Women's Quilted Waist Jeans in Muted Blue Cotton
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
Stealth luxe, archival Chanel jeans from the Spring 2010 collection. Unworn. Made from ultra soft and stretchy muted blue cotton and elastane with silver stitched logo to back. They ...
CHANEL Runway cotton black CC chain buckle belt wide leg bell bottom pants FR38
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Runway cotton black CC chain buckle belt wide leg bell bottom pants FR38 M Reference: KNLM/A00224 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Model: P60761V46402 Material: Cotton, ...
Chanel Skinny Rhinestones Jeans Sz.S (FR36)
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel Skinny Jeans with Rhinestones Sz.FR36 / S Description: Chanel skinny jeans decorated with rhinestones Fit: skinny Closure: zipper and button Material: 98% cotton, 2% elas...
Chanel 14A Paris Dallas Light Gray Jeans
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 14A, 2014 Fall Flattering Low Rider Jeans from the Paris-Dallas Collection. Never Worn! Stonewashed light gray with white on all the seams. There are 2 rows of belt loops wh...
CHANEL black polyester 2018 GREECE TWEED TRIM PALAZZO Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2018 Greece palazzo pants in black polyester (100%). Features a gold,orange, turquoise and white tweed trim. Feature a golden 'CC' emblem on the front and two s...
Chanel Womens 2023 Coco Beach Star Print Pink Black Pants IT 40 Joggers Trousers
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
- Pink and black star print exterior - Tagged size IT 40 - Made of 100% cotton Condition: The pants are in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements...
Chanel Beige Tapered High-Waisted Coco Mark Buttoned Trousers circa 1999
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Chanel Beige Tapered High-Waisted Coco Mark Buttoned Trousers from circa 1999 are a timeless embodiment of luxury and classic elegance. Crafted from high-quality fabric, these trouse...
Chanel White Iridescent Tweed Wide Leg Trousers
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel White Iridescent Tweed Wide Leg Trousers are a luxurious and statement-making addition to any wardrobe. Crafted from tweed style fabric with an iridescent finish, these tr...
CHANEL 6K$ Paris / EGYPT New CC Logo Graffiti Black Tweed Trousers 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · CC Graffiti Black Lesage Tweed Trousers — Paris / EGYPT 2019 Métiers d’Art, Karl Lagerfeld – Presented at the Metropolitan Museum, New York · As seen on Vittoria Ceretti i...
Chanel Pre Fall 2015 Paris Salzburg Baptiste Giabiconi Pharrell Pants
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel métiers d’art Paris Salzburg Pre Fall 2015 by Karl Lagerfeld runway pants worn by Baptiste Giabiconi himself (it’s a runway piece as seen on the tags) and as seen on Phar...
Chanel Dark Blue Accent Panels Skinny Jeans Sz.38
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel – Dark Blue Jeans with Accent Panels Size: FR38 M Condition: Very good Condition Details: Minimal signs of use, slight wear and stains on fabric, scratches on hardware, ad...
CHANEL Paris / BYZANCE CC Logo Patch Black Jeans 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Black Shimmer Jeans with Gold CC Logo Patch — Paris / BYZANCE 2011 Métiers d’Art, Karl Lagerfeld Boutique value: over $3,000 • Lagerfeld takes classic black jeans and thr...
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Chanel Chocolate Brown Silk Chiffon Palazzo Pant - 42 - 99P
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Chocolate Brown Silk Chiffon Palazzo Pant - 42 - 99P This beautiful chocolate brown silk chiffon palazzo pant has a decorative right side flowing panel, left side pocket, zip...
CHANEL blue cotton 19B DISTRESSED QUILTED SKINNY JEANS Pants 34 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jeans in blue 100% cotton stone-washed denim, elevated by an allover distressed quilted effect finish that renders the house's signature diamond motif across th...
Chanel S/S 2018 blue quilted stretchy jeans by Karl Lagerfeld
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Spring Summer 2018 collection blue jeans velvet quilted details, stretch, slim fit. Size 38.
Vintage 2001 CHANEL Crystal CC Logo Flared Cargo Denim Pants
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 2001 CHANEL Crystal CC Logo Flared Cargo Denim Pants Measurements taken laid flat, please double waist, hips and hem: Waist: 14.96 inches (38 cm) Hips: 19.68 inches (50 cm) ...
Vintage CHANEL All Over Logo Colourful Printed Trouser Pants
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANEL All Over Logo Colourful Printed Trouser Pants Measurements taken laid flat, please double waist and hips: Waist: 14.76 inches (37.5 cm) Hips: 17.32 inches (44 cm) Len...
Chanel 1999 99С trousers Cruise
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 1999 99С trousers Cruise Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Chanel Cruise 1999 Country of production: France Chanel style: 99C / H0109 /...
Chanel, black knit wide leg pants
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, black knit wide leg pants. The item is in very good condition.
Chanel Vintage Women's 3/4 Modal Pants with CC Logo, Size 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in CACHAN, FR
Very beautiful 3/4 pants in modal, lightweight and fluid material. Perfect for summer. Monogram logo CC Chanel patterns. In very good condition. A tiny snag seen in the photo, easily...
CHANEL black 11A BYZANCE QUILTED LEATHER Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pants in black stretch lambskin leather with zigzag stitching forming a refined diamond-quilt effect. Designed with straight legs, this sleek silhouette feature...
Chanel, Velvet sports pants
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, Velvet sports pants. The item is new - unworn. The label has been removed from the pants.
Chanel 08C 2008 Cruise Resort jeans
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 08C 2008 Cruise Resort jeans Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 08c / 2007 / 2008 Cruise (Paris LA Collection) Style: 8C / P32197V22734 / AR784 Country of production: Italy ...
Chanel Womens Métiers d’Art 2019 Pants Size FR 36 Black Gold Tweed CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
- Black and gold exterior - Tagged size FR 36 - Made of 65% cotton, 25% silk, 10% polyethylene Condition: The pants are in overall great condition with no major imperfections ...
Beige thin wool trouser with branded buttons CHANEL
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige thin wool trouser with branded buttons. Silk branded "CC" lining. 2 pockets in the front and 2 on the back. SIZE 44 (Fr) 14 (US) XL
Chanel Paris-Greece Faded Botanical Print Cropped Jeans
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Chanel Paris-Greece Faded Botanical Print Cropped Jeans From the 'The Modernity of Antiquity' Paris-Greece 2018 Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld are these cotton jeans...
CHANEL Camélias Print Jeans Sz.44
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Elevate your wardrobe with these magnificent CHANEL jeans-shaped pants! Featuring the iconic beige Camélias print on an ecru background, these pants are emblematic of Chanel's timele...
$864Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL black cotton blend 5 crystal button structured pants FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL black cotton blend 5 crystal button structured pants FR36 S Reference: GEGG/A00195 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Black, Clear Pattern: ...
Chanel Pre Fall 2021 Pink Alpaca Knit Jogger Sweatpants
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on the Chanel Pre Fall 2021 Pink Alpaca Knit Jogger Sweatpants, a blend of comfort, practicality, and subtle luxury that embodies Chane...
1970S CHANEL Navy Blue Wool Blend Jersey Pant Suit With Black Satin Trim & Gold
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
1970S CHANEL Navy Blue Wool Blend Jersey Pant Suit With Black Satin Trim & Gold Buttons
Chanel Grey Washed Out Denim Jeans Pants with Zip Size 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel grey washed out denim jeans. It features belt loops, button and zip closure on the front and skinny design. Designed button. Composition: 98% cotton, 2% elastane. Size 38 FR (...
Chanel Linen pants size 42
By Chanel
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
100% Linen Cotton lining White color Waist embroidery Two pockets Length cm 98 (385 inches) Waist cm 36 (141 inches) French size 38 italian 42
Chanel 2019 Black Silk Tailored Pleated Trousers CC Button FR36
By Chanel
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Elegant Chanel silk tailored trousers from the 2019 collection designed under Karl Lagerfeld, crafted in Italy from fluid black silk with a subtle satin finish. The silhouette featur...
$3,086
Chanel, golden catsuit
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, golden catsuit with semi transparent overdress. The item is in very good condition.
Chanel 04A Pant Black Wool / Cashmere 36 / 4
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Chanel 04A timeless black wool and cashmere pant. Beautiful single black CC embossed button with black faceted crystals. Each leg has a...
UNWORN Chanel Blue Jeans Denim Hot Pants Shorts 40
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful CHANEL denim hot pants A true CHANEL signature item that will last you for many years Opens with a triple zip on front marked "CHANEL" Chanel plate...
$784Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel yellow velvet pants
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel yellow velvet pants. - Slim and a straight leg cut. - Yellow gold toned "CC" button with hook fastening. - Side zip closure. Th...
Elegant Chanel White Cotton Globalization Pants - Size 38
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Step out in style with these chic Chanel Globalization Pants! Crafted from crisp white cotton, these trousers offer a sophisticated and modern look. In very good condition, they ar...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld S/S 2001 White ribbed high waisted flare pants
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
- Chanel White ribbed cotton flare pants - Designed by Karl Lagerfeld - Spring-Summer 2001 - Belt loops with silver logo engraved - High waist - Hidden front closure - Gusset po...
CHANEL Runway Paris / Byzance CC Logo Mosaic Trousers 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Collectible “Leather Mosaic Trousers” — Look #1 from Paris / Byzance Métiers d’Art Collection 2011 Runway Piece by Karl Lagerfeld / Boutique over 4,400$ ~ To collectors...
Chanel Black Jeans with Silk Tied Bows
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel black jeans with silk tied bows. - Silver stripe pattern. - Silk waist Trim with "CC" snap button closure. - Zip fly closure. - Fou...
CHANEL navy blue 24N COCO NEIGE SKINNY SKI Pants 34 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel ski pants in navy blue crafted from polyamide (74%) and elastane (26%), offering technical stretch and a sculpted, performance-driven ...
CHANEL white cotton 14C SINGAPORE GROSGRAIN TRIM WIDE Pants 34 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pants in white 100% cotton, refined with grosgrain ribbon trim in a nod to the house's iconic sailor-inspired heritage. This crisp, tailored luxury Chanel silho...
$688Sale Price|35% Off
Chanel Dark Navy Washed Denim
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel dark navy washed denim from year 2008 spring collection. - “CC” Silver hardware button closure. - Front and back slip pockets. “CC” stitching lo...
Chanel Black With Lace Pants Size 38
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Pre loved excellent condition. Size 38. Black color.
CHANEL black white geometric honeycomb guipure crochet knit wide pants FR42 XL
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL black white geometric honeycomb guipure crochet mesh knit wide leg pants FR42 XL Reference: AEMA/A00133 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Material: Cotton Color: Black, W...
Chanel 2005 Jean FR38 Shiny Black Denim Pants Jeans UK10 US28
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel pants collection AH2005 by Karl Lagerfeld, straight and cropped jeans, in shiny black cotton and viscose denim-style canvas, low waist with belt loops, closed by a zip and a C...
Chanel Red Velvet Pants
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel red velvet pants. - Straight leg with a slim hem cutting. - Red gold toned "CC" button with hook closure. - Side zip...
Pre Fall 2012 Chanel Jean FR40 Bombay Black Quilted Denim Jeans UK12 US10
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jeans Pre Fall 2012 collection - Paris Bombay - in slightly faded black denim canvas and quilted with thick black thread stitching, like the 2.55, straight cut, jean pockets, ...
CHANEL light blue cotton 20C QUILTED DENIM STRAIGHT Jeans Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel jeans in light blue denim cotton (63%) and polyester (37%) with light blue quilt stitching throughout. Feature a refined, high-waisted straight-leg silhouette w...
Vintage Chanel Black Tuxedo Pants /Trousers
By Chanel Boutique, Chanel
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of vintage Chanel tuxedo style pants. The pants /trousers have a black satin ribbon running along the side , a two button waist fastening and zip fly. They are fully...
CHANEL burgundy viscose 11A BYZANCE CORDUROY Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pants in eggplant corduroy viscose (50%), silk (35%) and polyester (15%) with tonal metallic lurex thread, showcasing a richly textured ribbed surface with subt...
CHANEL black & white wool 11K SATIN CUFF PLEATED TWEED Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pants in black and white tweed wool (100%), woven to resemble a refined textured weave. Feature a high-waisted silhouette with elegant wide legs, sharp front pl...
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 2009 White Capri Pants
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 2009 White Capri Pants Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: 2009 Sports Line Country of Manufacture: France Marked Size: 34 FR (Please pay attention to the m...
CHANEL black wool 22A FLORENCE PLEATED Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel black wool trousers crafted from pure wool (100%), showcasing the house’s impeccable tailoring and refined attention to detail. Designed with a flattering mid-r...
CHANEL S/S 2004 Black Cotton Gaberdine Straight Leg Raw Edge Fringe Capri Pants
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Thiensville, WI
Chanel S/S 2004 black cotton stretch gaberdine capri / ankle length pants. Straight cut. Center front zip fly with silver and black "CC" button closure. Two front hip pockets. Pin-tu...