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 Resort 2014 Blue Lace Blouse & Shorts Set, Size FR 38
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Collection Resort 2014 Singapore Blue navy floral lace blouse and shorts set Blue navy lace , lining in white cotton 52% cotton 32% rayon 16% nylon Lining: 100% cotton Size FR...
CHANEL black 11P PERFORATED TRIM LEATHER Pants 34 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel pants are crafted in supple black lambskin leather with perforated trim, combining classic luxury with a modern edge. They feature straight legs and a four...
CHANEL multicolor cotton 17C CUBA TWEED BERMUDA Shorts Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Bermuda shorts are crafted in white and multicolored tweed cotton (69%), acrylic (18%), polyamide (7%), polyester (3%) and viscose (3%), interwoven with la...
CHANEL New Collectors CC Logo Yellow Denim Shorts 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Chanel Collectible Yellow Denim Shorts — Spring 2006 Runway, Karl Lagerfeld — – A rare artifact from the dawn of the millennium, these Chanel shorts radiate the golden optimism o...
CHANEL blue & white cotton denim 2008 08C LA STRIPED WIDE JEANS Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel striped wide-leg jeans in grey and navy denim cotton (with 5% polyurethane) Feature silver thread stitching along the seams and around the pockets, two front an...
Chanel circa 1990 Short Ecru FR36 38 Ecru Wool Wide Leg Shorts UK8 10 US6 8
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Bermuda-style shorts in ecru wool, high-waisted with no belt loops and fastened with four Chanel-branded buttons, wide leg, two wide pleats at the front, two slit pockets at t...
CHANEL washed blue cotton 23A DAKAR SEQUIN WIDE JEANS Pants 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel patchwork jeans in various shades of washed blue denim cotton (100%) exude effortless luxury with an artistic edge. Adorned with short rows of pink, black,...
$1,176Sale Price|30% Off
CHANEL 21A Runway cream cashmere wool tweed trim boucle knit shorts FR40 L
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 21A Runway cream cashmere wool tweed trim boucle knit shorts FR40 L Reference: KYCG/A00132 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 21A - Runway Material: Cashmere, ...
Black cotton short with white gros-grain piping CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cotton short with white gros-grain piping. Pocket on both side. Branded button, buttonhole and zip closure on the middle front. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
CHANEL multicolor silk 20S LOGO & ROOFTOP PRINT WIDE LEG Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel pants in silk (100%) are a striking showcase of the house’s artistic flair. Featuring an allover print of the Chanel logo and Paris rooftop silhouettes in ...
CHANEL black & multi cotton 2021 21A CHATEAU DES DAMES FLORAL JEANS Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel straight-leg jeans in black denim (please note the content tag is missing) with multicolor hand painted floral pattern. Features a high rise and classic five po...
Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Embellished Denim Bermuda Shorts, c. 1993
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Geneva, CH
Only Karl Lagerfeld could make denim shorts so cool and so Chanel ! Made from black denim (the white version with dark blue gros grain ribbon will be available soon), they have a cla...
rare CHANEL 94P Vintage black linen gold CC logo buttons sailor shorts FR36 S
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL 94P Vintage black linen gold CC logo buttons sailor shorts FR36 S Reference: TGAS/E00044 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 94P Material: Linen Color: Bla...
$556Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Spring/Summer 2021 Black Satin Ruched Shorts with No.5 Button FR 40
By Chanel
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Chanel Spring/Summer 2021 Black Satin Ruched Shorts with No.5 Button FR 40 Description: From Chanel’s coveted Spring/Summer 2021 collection, these tailored shorts embody the refined...
CHANEL white & black 21N COCO NEIGE LOGO SKI Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel ski pants in white polyester (100%) combine performance with signature style. Featuring bold black logo writing, they are designe...
Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Embellished Denim Bermuda Shorts, c. 1993
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Geneva, CH
Only Karl Lagerfeld could make denim shorts so cool and so Chanel ! Made from white denim (the black version is available in another listing), they have a classic five-pocket constru...
CHANEL black polyamide 22M COCO BEACH POINTELLE BIKER Shorts Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel biker shorts are crafted in black polyamide with 4% polyurethane (please note the content tag is missing) and feature a delicat...
CHANEL navy blue cotton 13P WIDE KNIT Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel pants are crafted in navy blue textured knit cotton (100%) with a slightly sheer finish. They feature a high-waisted silhouette with wide legs, creating an...
CHANEL cream wool & alpaca 2015 15A SALZBURG SIDE STRIPE Pants 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel pants in off-white wool (80%) and alpaca (20%). Feature side stripes in grey, a high-rise, wide legs, two slit pockets and a pocket on the back. Closes with a b...
CHANEL & Karl Lagerfeld 15p 2015 quilted shorts
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
CHANEL & Karl Lagerfeld 15p 2015 quilted shorts Collection: Spring-Summer 2015 Ready-to-wear Chanel style: 15p / az926 / P58355V44378 made in Italy Karl Lagerfeld's inspiration for ...
CHANEL black silk & cotton 22C DUBAI CROCHET CROPPED Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel pants in black semi-open crochet silk (54%) and cotton (46%) are a refined blend of texture and elegance. Accented with cream trims, they feature a mid-ris...
$768Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL blue CC logo woven trompe loeil denim high-rise shorts FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL blue CC logo woven trompe loeil denim high-rise shorts FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A01583 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Material: Cotton Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closur...
CHANEL blue cotton 2019 19C LA PAUSA CROPPED TWEED Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel hight waisted capri pants in in blue, turquoise, white and navy polyester (26%), cotton (25%), linen (18%), acetate (10%), metallized fibers (8%), viscose (7%) ...
$1,260Sale Price|30% Off
rare CHANEL 94P Vintage black linen gold CC logo buttons sailor shorts FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL 94P Vintage black linen gold CC logo buttons sailor shorts FR36 S Reference: TGAS/E00044 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 94P Material: Linen Color: Bla...
CHANEL cream cashmere 20B CARGO TRACK SWEAT Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel cargo track pants in cream jersey knit offer luxurious comfort in a blend of cashmere (65%), silk (23%), polyamide (11%), and elastane (1%). Designed with...
CHANEL charcoal grey cotton denim 2020 20K STRIPED SLIM JEANS Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel skinny jeans in charcoal grey and black striped denim cotton (100% - please note the content tag is missing). Feature tapered legs with zipped cuffs and two poc...
CHANEL white & nude cotton denim 18C GREECE STRAIGHT Jeans Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jeans in white denim cotton (98%) and elastane (2%) blend casual elegance with subtle contrast. Featuring a nude pink top panel, straight-cut legs, and a c...
CHANLE navy blue cashmere 2012 DRAWSTRING Shorts Pants 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Spring 2012 knitted hot pants shorts in navy blue cashmere (100%). Drawstring at waist and patch pocket at the back. Brand new...
CHANLE indigo blue cotton 2014 STRIPED DENIM HOT PANTS Shorts 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel hot pants shorts in blue denim cotton (100%) and sheer white polyester (100%) pleated details at front and back. Have been worn with a small tear by the belt lo...
Chanel Women Camelia Floral CC Logo Shorts IT42 US10 Black White Silk Cotton
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
- Black and white exterior - Tagged size 42 - Made of 77% cotton 23% silk Condition: The shorts are in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( ...
Chanel White High-Waisted Cotton Stretch Denim Shorts With Lace Up Braid Detail
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel White High-Waisted Cotton Stretch Denim Shorts are a quintessential summer staple that blend comfort and elegance seamlessly. Crafted from cotton stretch denim, these shor...
CHANEL blue cotton 2019 19C LA PAUSA PRINTED PLEATED Pants 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel printed pants in blue, navy, white, yellow and soft pink poplin cotton (100%). Feature a pleated front, two slit pockets and a...
Chanel – Pink and Black Tweed Crop Top and Shorts Set with Fringe Trim, 2010s
By Chanel
Located in CACHAN, FR
Elegant and playful Chanel two-piece set crafted in richly textured tweed, featuring a cropped top and matching high-waisted shorts. This ensemble exemplifies the house’s iconic rein...
CHANEL black viscose 2020 20A 31 RUE CAMBON STRIPED KNIT Shorts Pants 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel striped knit shorts in black, blue and white viscose (53%), polyamide (28%) and polyester (19%) with an elastic band. Has a black 'CC' emblem at the front. Unlined. Has been worn and is in excellent condition 2020 Paris...
CHANEL & Karl Lagerfeld 18P Spring-Summer 2018 shorts
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
CHANEL & Karl Lagerfeld 18P 2018 Spring-Summer 2018 Cropped trousers Collection: Spring-Summer 2018 Pre-Collection Ready-to-wear collection on the CHANNEL official website Chanel style: 18p / bc873 / P58355V44378 Karl Lagerfeld's inspiration for the Spring-Summer 2018 pre-collection was a new look at sportswear. The famous jacket turns into a jacket, a fringed tweed miniskirt is complemented by fluorescent orange sneakers...
Chanel shorts 'Arctic Chic' by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 2010
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 2010 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'Arctic Chic' Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Black lamb leather panties shorts with mink-like fur. Size 38FR indic...
Chanel 2012 Short Marine FR38 Cashmere Navy Shorts Hot Pants UK10 US8
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel shorts circa 2012, short with a crossover slit at the sides, elasticated waistband with a drawstring and Chanel-branded tips. Size 38FR (UK 10, US 8): waist (laid flat, withou...
Chanel Spring 2012 Cream Silk Pleated Shorts with Crystal CC Button FR 38
By Chanel
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Chanel Spring 2012 Cream Silk Pleated Shorts with Crystal CC Button FR 38 Description: From the coveted Chanel Spring 2012 collection, these cream silk pleated shorts embody the mai...
NEW Chanel Fantasy Tweed & Denim Jeans Hot Pants Shorts 36
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful CHANEL tweed & denim shorts A true CHANEL signature item that will last you for many years Beautiful fantasy denim tweed Fully lined Closes with zip on side Chanel CC L...
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...
Chanel Grey Pleated Leather Walking Shorts
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld grey leather walking shorts featuring a center front zipper and button at the waistband, pleated side deta...
CHANEL purple & multicolor wool 2016 16C SEOUL FLARED TWEED Shorts Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel tweed skorts in pink, purple and multicolor wool (37%), acrylic (18%), rayon (16%), polyester (15%) and nylon (14%). Feature a pearl button at the waist. Closes...
$545Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel silver metallic silk and nylon shorts
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel silver metallic silk and nylon shorts from spring/summer 1999 collection. - Featuring two "Chanel Paris" plastic buttons front closure with elastic waistband. - Silver ...
Silk chiffon short with navy blue stripes Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon short with navy blue stripes. Elastic waist. SIZE 40 (Fr)
CHANEL blue washed cotton 18A HAMBRUG DRAWSTRING Jeans Pants 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel boyfriend jeans are crafted in washed blue denim cotton (100%), offering a relaxed silhouette with wide legs that taper slightly into cuffed hems. The clas...
CHANEL smokey purple cotton 2013 TWEED Shorts Pants 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2013 tweed shorts in smokey purple, blue and white cotton (50%), wool (30%) and polyester (20%). Has a navy blue 'CC' emblem at the ...
Shorts Chanel dalla collezione Spring summer 2019 by Karl Lagerfeld.
By Chanel
Located in Carnate, IT
Shorts Chanel dalla collezione Spring summer 2019 by Karl Lagerfeld. in maglia Elasticizzati, con decorazione a paillettes. Taglia 38 Lunghezza 50cm Vita 28cm Cavallo 34cm In ot...
CHANEL grey wool 2005 05A WIDE LEG Pants 42 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2005 wide-leg pants in gray wool (100%) with belt loops, two pockets on the sides, and two patch pockets on the back. Close with a Chanel logo button and a conc...
Chanel Navy Shorts With Belt
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair your favorite summer look with our Chanel shorts finished in navy.They offer the perfect fit, and come with details such as stamped chanel side gromets and belt with "chanel sil...
Chanel Spring 2012 Black Silk Pleated Shorts FR 38 (US 6)
By Chanel
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Chanel Spring 2012 Black Silk Pleated Shorts FR 38 (US 6) From Chanel’s Spring 2012 collection (Style P42712), these tailored black silk shorts embody the house’s signature balance of elegance and comfort. Crafted in 100% silk, the fluid drape and front pleats create the illusion of a skirt while offering the practicality of shorts. A refined black textured button at the waist completes the design. • Made in France • Fabric: 100% silk • Color: Classic black • Closure: Hidden zip with button fastening • Size: FR 38 (fits US 6 approx.) • Measurements Approx: Waist 13.5” Hip 20” Rise 13.25” Inseam 5.5” Thigh 14” • Condition: Very good pre-owned. Minor snag at back waistline (documented in photos). These shorts offer versatility for day-to-night styling—pair with a Chanel tweed jacket, silk blouse, or minimalist tank. A collectible runway-era piece for Chanel enthusiasts. Tags: Chanel silk shorts, Chanel skort, Chanel Spring 2012, vintage Chanel bottoms...
Chanel Black Mini Shorts
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Size 36 Very good condition. Hanger is not included