Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Chanel in France in 1883, was a fashion designer who got her nickname during her short-lived career as a cabaret singer. In 1910, she opened a boutique in Paris to sell her hats, which were beloved by the popular French actresses of the era. Her success with hats led her to open the first Chanel Couture House five years later, where she designed and sold women’s sportswear made of jersey — which until then was used to make men’s underwear. Her revolutionary style catapulted her to fame, and in the decades that followed, Coco Chanel remained on the cutting edge of fashion, creating modern, timeless clothing, perfumes and accessories — and, of course, her iconic bags, which are revered to this day. Shop a collection of Chanel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How was Coco Chanel influential?

Coco Chanel was influential because she reimagined apparel typically reserved for men, like blazers in feminine cuts and softer fabrics. 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. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.

What is Coco Chanel most famous for?

Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.

What was Coco Chanel's most famous design?

Coco Chanel's most famous design is arguably either the 2.55 Flap Bag or the little black dress. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. At the time, Vogue referred to it as Chanel's Ford, a reference to the Henry Ford Co. automobiles that were reshaping the automobile industry. Similarly, the little black dress was a landmark in fashion design. The earliest designs for the 2.55 Flap Bag date back to the 1920s, when Chanel began dabbling in designs for a woman's handbag that included a shoulder strap. In 1955, she finally introduced the bag, which gained fame as the first-ever shoulder bag (or one of the earliest) and it remains iconic to this day. Shop a diverse assortment of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.

What bag did Coco Chanel use?

Coco Chanel used many bags over the course of her life, but there is little information about which specific bags she carried. There are accounts that the acclaimed designer sported her iconic 2.55 Flap Bag, which was the first bag to ever feature a shoulder strap when it debuted in 1955. Some say that she used the hidden zipper compartment in the quilted shoulder bag to hide love letters from an admirer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Chanel bags.

Who took over Chanel after Coco died?

After Coco died, Yvonne Dudel, Jean Cazaubon and Philippe Guibourgé took over Chanel. During the early 1970s, Jacques Wertheimer purchased the controlling interest in the French fashion house, and his son, Alain Wertheimer, took over for him in 1974. Karl Lagerfeld became the creative director of Chanel in 1983 and served in the role until his death in 2019. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.

How many Chanell Coco Handles are there?

There are a number of Chanel Coco Handle bags available. The bag, also known as the Flap Bag with Handle, comes in mini, small, standard and large sizes. Classic materials include grained calfskin and smooth lambskin. Chanel also produced the bag in tweed and velvet in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel handbags.

When was the first Coco Chanel fashion show?

The first Coco Chanel fashion shows were reportedly held on rue Cambon in Paris.The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in the French capital at 31 rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel , 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 . The ground floor housed the boutique, while the area upstairs was utilized for a salon for couture fittings as well as a space for models to show off Chanel's present collections.Find vintage Chanel handbags , clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

Why did Coco Chanel make the quilted purse?

Coco Chanel made the quilted purse known as the 2.55 to solve a problem. The handbags that were available during the early 20th century were often hard to carry because they only had handles. Chanel added a chain strap to the 2.55, giving women the freedom to sling it over their shoulders for easy carrying. As to why the 2.55 featured diamond quilting, she was enamored with the pattern, which she first encountered on saddle cloths, groom's jackets and horse blankets at a friend's stables, and introduced it to her designs in the 1920s. By the time the 2.55 debuted in 1955, diamond quilting had become synonymous with the French fashion house. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of Chanel bags.

How do I authenticate a Chanel brooch?

You can authenticate a Chanel brooch by checking the back for a little oval stamp or embossed mark. It should be noted that some of the oldest jewelry pieces were not marked, but these pieces are extremely rare and do not often come up for sale. Most of the Chanel jewelry and brooches you will find are from the 1980s or later and will include an oval tag, plate, or stamp. Shop expertly vetted Chanel jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.

How can I spot a real Chanel brooch?

To authenticate a Chanel brooch, look for the Chanel marking on the back. These markings can be easy to fake so it’s important to buy your luxury goods from reputable sources. Shop a collection of vintage and new Chanel jewelry, bags and clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

When did Coco Chanel make the little black dress popular?

Coco Chanel first made the little black dress popular in 1926. That year, Vogue magazine referred to the dress as Chanel’s Model T as a way to describe how the approachable design was something the average woman could wear, just as Ford’s Model T automobile made it possible for more everyday people to own a car. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chanel dresses.

Coco Chanel Brooch

Chanel Fine Jewellery

1950s Chanel Jewelry

Vintage Chanel Costume Jewelry

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Chanel I Love Coco Multicolor Brooch

W 1.75 in L 1.5 in

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Coco Chanel Early Byzantine heart brooch, The silvered metal heart set with crystal pastes and

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

W 2 in L 2.25 in

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Coco Chanel Early Byzantine heart brooch, The silvered metal heart set with crystal pastes and

Category

Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

W 2 in L 2.25 in

CoCo Chanel Renaissance Crest Brooch

By Robert Goossens for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

CoCo Chanel Renaissance style oval crest brooch in a modified quatrefoil form with signature

Category

Vintage 1950s French Renaissance Brooches

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal, Gold Plate

CoCo Chanel Renaissance Crest Brooch

W 2.13 in L 2.38 in

Chanel Rare Rustic Silver CC COCO Coin Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Rare Rustic Silver CC COCO Coin Brooch *Marked 08 *Made in France *Comes with the original

Category

Early 2000s French Artisan Brooches

Chanel Rare Rustic Silver CC COCO Coin Brooch

H 4.4 in W 2 in

Chanel Bakelite Brooch Bearing the Effigy of Coco, 2003

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Bakelite brooch bearing the effigy of Coco Chanel. Spring-Summer 2003

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

Chanel Bakelite Brooch Bearing the Effigy of Coco, 2003

Dm 1.97 in

CoCo Chanel Gilt Flower Brooch: Workshop Gripoix

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Attractive gilt bronze flower brooch by Maison Gripoix for Chanel. Handmade streamers are edged

Category

Vintage 1960s French Baroque Brooches

Materials

Bronze, Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

CoCo Chanel Gilt Flower Brooch: Workshop Gripoix

W 2.5 in L 2.5 in

1996 Chanel Coco Mark Yellow Gold-Tone Brooch With Dangling Charms

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 1996 Chanel Coco Mark Yellow Gold-Tone Brooch with Dangling Charms is an exquisite accessory

Category

Late 20th Century French Brooches

1996 Chanel Coco Mark Yellow Gold-Tone Brooch With Dangling Charms

L 2.25 in

Important Jewelled Clover Brooch, Property of Coco Chanel

By Robert Goossens for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Coco Chanel's personal brooch in the form of a four leaf clover of gilt chased bronze set with a

Category

Vintage 1950s French Renaissance Brooches

Materials

Bronze, Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

Important Jewelled Clover Brooch, Property of Coco Chanel

W 2 in

Important Jeweled Clover Brooch, Property of Coco Chanel

By Robert Goossens for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Coco Chanel's personal brooch in the form of a four leaf clover of gilt chased bronze set with a

Category

Vintage 1950s French Renaissance Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Important Jeweled Clover Brooch, Property of Coco Chanel

W 2 in L 2 in

CHANEL - Vintage Over-sized 'Coco' Cameo Brooch - France - Circa 1980's

By Chanel

Located in Chatham, CA

CHANEL - Vintage over-sized 'Coco' cameo brooch - refined and elegant - featuring an inset black

Category

Late 20th Century French Classical Roman Brooches

CHANEL - Vintage Over-sized 'Coco' Cameo Brooch - France - Circa 1980's

W 2 in D 0.25 in L 2.88 in

Chanel métiers d’art Paris Hambourg 2018 rare coco sailor doll brooch

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel métiers d’art Paris Hambourg 2018 coco sailor doll brooch in excellent condition

Category

2010s French Brooches

Chanel métiers d’art Paris Hambourg 2018 rare coco sailor doll brooch

1940s 18karat Gold Signed COCO CHANEL “EREMIAS” Coral Bakelite Pin Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Authentic C C Chanel, early works in 18 Karat yellow gold and rose color Bakelite in good condition

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold

1940s 18karat Gold Signed COCO CHANEL “EREMIAS” Coral Bakelite Pin Brooch

Chanel Vintage 1996 Large Matelassé Logo CC Coco Clover Cross Openwork Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1996 Unisex Large Massive Matelassé Crush Logo CC Coco Clover Cross Openwork

Category

1990s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 1996 Large Matelassé Logo CC Coco Clover Cross Openwork Brooch

W 2.6 in L 3.08 in

Chanel Vintage 1996 Abnormal Round Relief Logo CC Coco Interlock Chunky Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1996 Abnormal Curled Round Relief Engraved Logo CC Coco Interlocked 96P Chunky

Category

1990s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 1996 Abnormal Round Relief Logo CC Coco Interlock Chunky Brooch

W 1.62 in L 1.58 in

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Chunky Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Green Purple Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Interlocked Square

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Brooches

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Chunky Brooch

W 1.97 in L 1.97 in

Coco Chanel Medieval Style Quatrefoil Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Coco Chanel Medieval style brooch, quatrefoil in form of ruby pate de verre with multiple handmade

Category

Vintage 1950s French Renaissance Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Coco Chanel Medieval Style Quatrefoil Brooch

W 2 in D 1.13 in L 2 in

Chanel Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo Coco CC Gold Brooch Pendant

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 2001 Unisex Lion Head Whole Black Crystals Monogram Logo Coco CC Brooch Pendant

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo Coco CC Gold Brooch Pendant

W 1.62 in L 1.86 in

Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink White Pearls Crystals Cabochon Openwork Chunky Logo CC

Category

1990s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch

W 2.05 in L 2.05 in

Chanel Cruciform Byantine Brooch, Property of Coco Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

. " This brooch made by Goossens ,Paris for Chanel in different colorways, always represented by faux

Category

Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Chanel Cruciform Byantine Brooch, Property of Coco Chanel

W 2.1 in L 3.75 in

CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch Reference: GIYG/A00283

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch

Antique Dark-silvery Metal Brooch from The Coco Era

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Dark-silvery metal brooch with glass paste and rhinestones. Not signed

Category

Vintage 1930s French Brooches

Antique Dark-silvery Metal Brooch from The Coco Era

L 3.94 in

Chanel Gold Pink Brown I Love CoCo Pin

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Gold Pink Brown I Love CoCo Pin * Marked 17 * Made in Italy * Comes with the original box

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

Chanel Gold Pink Brown I Love CoCo Pin

H 1 in W 1.75 in

Vintage Chanel Coral Camellia Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Unusual and scarce Coco Chanel double camellia brooch, exquisitely handcrafted out of coral and

Category

Late 20th Century French Artisan Brooches

Vintage Chanel Coral Camellia Brooch

H 2.75 in L 4 in

Coco Chanel Gilt Sunburst Brooch with Pastes and Pearls, Goossens

Located in Riverdale, NY

Coco Chanel Haute Couture striking sunburst brooch completely handmade by Goossens for Chanel

Category

Vintage 1950s French Baroque Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Coco Chanel Gilt Sunburst Brooch with Pastes and Pearls, Goossens

W 2.75 in L 3.13 in

Chanel 1994 Vintage Iconic Goldtone & Leather Laced Charm Brooch

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel 1994 Iconic Leather Laced Charm Brooch. Features Coco Chanel perfume bottle, shamrock

Category

1990s French Brooches

Chanel 1994 Vintage Iconic Goldtone & Leather Laced Charm Brooch

L 3.25 in

Antique 9ct Gold Stamped 1960’s Mother of Pearl, Onyx & Diamond Cat Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

look, making it look very elegant and reminiscent of the great Coco Chanel. This brooch is a true

Category

Mid-20th Century English Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Stamped 1960’s Mother of Pearl, Onyx & Diamond Cat Brooch

H 1.32 in W 0.58 in

Chanel "Madame Coco" Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, DU

Add a touch of sophistication and timeless luxury to your wardrobe with the Chanel "Madame Coco

Category

1990s European Contemporary Brooches

Chanel "Madame Coco" Brooch

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Brooch, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

A chic vintage gold-tone Chanel Coco Mademoiselle figural brooch featuring a fashionable coco

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Brooch, 1980s

L 2.375 in

Chanel Coco Crystals Gold Tone Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Made by Chanel, the brooch will elevate your look in the best way possible with the brooch

Category

2010s Italian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Chanel Coco Crystals Gold Tone Brooch

H 1.46 in W 2.76 in

Chanel Coco Period Silvered Metal Brooch

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel -Silvered metal brooch, glass paste and rhinestones. Unsigned jewel. Additional information

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Chanel Coco Period Silvered Metal Brooch

H 2.17 in W 1.78 in

CHANEL COCO Vintage Brooch in Gilt Metal

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

CHANEL COCO Vintage Brooch in Gilt Metal. Extremely rare. Collector's piece. In very good condition

Category

1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL COCO Vintage Brooch in Gilt Metal

Chanel Gold Coco Vintage Runway Pin Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Chanel Gold Coco Chanel Runway Pin- excellent condition Very rare and highly collectible

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Chanel Gold Coco Vintage Runway Pin Brooch

Coco Chanel Lucite Hat Brooch, Spring Collection 2018

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

A charming 2018 spring collection lucite brooch of Coco Chanel's famous hat. She had several

Category

2010s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Coco Chanel Lucite Hat Brooch, Spring Collection 2018

H 1 in W 2.13 in D 0.5 in

Chanel Rare Vintage Black CoCo Chanel Jacket Necklace Felt Large Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Rare Vintage Black CoCo Chanel Jacket Necklace Felt Large Brooch *Marked 02 *Made in

Category

2010s French Artisan Brooches

Chanel Rare Vintage Black CoCo Chanel Jacket Necklace Felt Large Brooch

H 3 in W 4 in

Chanel Matte Gilded Metal and Black Rhinestones "Coco" Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful Chanel brooch 'COCO' in matte gold color metal and black rhinestones. A small chain is at

Category

Early 2000s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Matte Gilded Metal and Black Rhinestones "Coco" Brooch

L 2.33 in

CHANEL "COCO" Arrow Brooch in Gilt Metal, Pearl and Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

CHANEL COCO arrow brooch in pale gilt metal set with pearl and rhinestones. Condition of this

Category

2010s French Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

CHANEL "COCO" Arrow Brooch in Gilt Metal, Pearl and Rhinestones

W 0.4 in

CHANEL COCO Arrow Brooch in Gilt Metal, Pearls and Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

CHANEL COCO arrow brooch in gilt metal set with pearls and rhinestones. Condition: never worn Made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

CHANEL COCO Arrow Brooch in Gilt Metal, Pearls and Rhinestones

H 0.4 in L 2.56 in

Chanel Vintage 2006 Black Camellia Flower Logo Coco CC Chunky Brooch Pendant

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 2006 Black Enamel Layer Camellia Flower Logo Coco CC Chunky Statement Brooch Pendant

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Brooches

Chanel Vintage 2006 Black Camellia Flower Logo Coco CC Chunky Brooch Pendant

W 1.97 in L 1.97 in

Chanel Vintage 2006 Black Camellia Flower Logo Coco CC Chunky Brooch Pendant

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 2006 Black Enamel Layer Camellia Flower Logo Coco CC Chunky Statement Brooch Pendant

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Brooches

Chanel Vintage 2006 Black Camellia Flower Logo Coco CC Chunky Brooch Pendant

W 1.97 in L 1.97 in

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Chunky Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Green Purple Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Interlocked Square

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Brooches

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Chunky Brooch

W 1.97 in L 1.97 in

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Chunky Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Green Purple Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Interlocked Square

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Brooches

Chanel Vintage 2006 Aurora Yellow Crystals Logo Coco CC Openwork Chunky Brooch

W 1.97 in L 1.97 in

Chanel Gold Vintage Coco Chanel Coin Star Pin

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Gold Coco Chanel Coin Star Pin Excellent vintage condition. Approximately one inch. Pouch

Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Chanel Gold Vintage Coco Chanel Coin Star Pin

L 1 in

Chanel Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo Coco CC Gold Brooch Pendant

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 2001 Unisex Lion Head Whole Black Crystals Monogram Logo Coco CC Brooch Pendant

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo Coco CC Gold Brooch Pendant

W 1.62 in L 1.86 in

Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink White Pearls Crystals Cabochon Openwork Chunky Logo CC

Category

1990s French Baroque Revival Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch

W 2.05 in L 2.05 in

Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink White Pearls Crystals Cabochon Openwork Chunky Logo CC

Category

1990s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch

W 2.05 in L 2.05 in

CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch Reference: GIYG/A00283

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch

Ornate Coco Chanel Gilt Pearl Diamante Red Bar Pin/Brooch

By Robert Goossens for Chanel

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Extremely scare Maison Robert Goossens for Chanel gilt metal bar pin/brooch, accented by red pate

Category

Mid-20th Century French Baroque Brooches

Materials

Pearl

Ornate Coco Chanel Gilt Pearl Diamante Red Bar Pin/Brooch

H 1 in L 4.5 in

Chanel Vintage Lady Coco Gold Pin - circa 1970s

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Vintage Lady Coco Gold Pin - circa 1970s. This pin is in excellent vintage condition

Category

Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Chanel Vintage Lady Coco Gold Pin - circa 1970s

Chanel Pearl Mademoiselle Coco Sitting on Large CC Resin Pin

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Chanel Material: Pearl / Resin Weight: 16.85 grams Dimensions: pin measures 47.4 X

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pearl

Chanel Pearl Mademoiselle Coco Sitting on Large CC Resin Pin

W 1.05 in L 1.87 in

runway CHANEL 18A Paris-Hamburg grey fantasy tweed sailor collar jacket FR46

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Hong Kong, NT

front closure. Interior lined with silk. Chain weighted hem. Removable white silk scarf. Coco Chanel

Category

2010s French Blazers

runway CHANEL 18A Paris-Hamburg grey fantasy tweed sailor collar jacket FR46

Size: 46

Chanel Resin Coco Profile Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL black and white resin COCO profile brooch embellished with a faux pearl and silver toned CC

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches

Chanel Resin Coco Profile Brooch

Chanel ''I Love Coco'' Brooch, 2017

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in Italy) Enameled metal 'I Love Coco' brooch. 2017 Cruise Collection. Additional

Category

2010s Italian Brooches

Chanel ''I Love Coco'' Brooch, 2017

W 1.78 in L 0.87 in

Chanel Safety Pin Coco Brooch Pin

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel gold tone and rhinestone coco safety pin . Collection spring 2001. Comes with original box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

Chanel Safety Pin Coco Brooch Pin

H 0.75 in L 1.75 in

Coco Chanel Gold Plated Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- VIntage 90s Coco Chanel gold plated brooch. Rare and gorgeous brooch. - Measurements: 6cm x

Category

1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Coco Chanel Gold Plated Brooch

H 2.37 in L 0.99 in

Chanel Black Enamel Place Coco Brooch Pin

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Black Enamel Place Coco Brooch Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2015 Hardware: Goldtone

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches

Chanel Black Enamel Place Coco Brooch Pin

CHANEL Large Vintage Coco Chanel Cameo Brooch 1980's

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Large size beautiful Chanel cameo brooch with Coco Chanel profile. From 1980's.Stamped CHANEL

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

CHANEL Large Vintage Coco Chanel Cameo Brooch 1980's

CHANEL cream & gold enamel MADAME COCO Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel Madame Coco brooch in ecru, black and gold enamel and metal. Embellished with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

CHANEL cream & gold enamel MADAME COCO Brooch

CHANEL Pin Brooch Madame Coco Chanel with pearl In Dustbag

By Chanel

Located in FR

Beautiful Authentic CHANEL Brooch Made of golden Metal, dress and hat in black Enamel Represents

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

CHANEL Pin Brooch Madame Coco Chanel with pearl In Dustbag

H 2.29 in W 1.07 in

CHANEL Pin Brooch Madame Coco Chanel with pearl In Box

By Chanel

Located in FR

Beautiful Authentic CHANEL Brooch Made of golden Metal, dress and hat in white Enamel Represents

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

Materials

Other

CHANEL Pin Brooch Madame Coco Chanel with pearl In Box

H 2.29 in W 1.07 in

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Find the exact coco chanel brooch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gilt Metal, Gold Plate and Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect coco chanel brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A coco chanel brooch from Chanel, Maison Gripoix for Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a coco chanel brooch featuring Crystal from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and princess cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our coco chanel brooch for sale are for women, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Coco Chanel Brooch?

The price for a coco chanel brooch starts at $308 and tops out at $16,500 with these brooches, on average, selling for $899.

Questions About Coco Chanel Brooch

Who is Coco Chanel?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Chanel in France in 1883, was a fashion designer who got her nickname during her short-lived career as a cabaret singer. In 1910, she opened a boutique in Paris to sell her hats, which were beloved by the popular French actresses of the era. Her success with hats led her to open the first Chanel Couture House five years later, where she designed and sold women’s sportswear made of jersey — which until then was used to make men’s underwear. Her revolutionary style catapulted her to fame, and in the decades that followed, Coco Chanel remained on the cutting edge of fashion, creating modern, timeless clothing, perfumes and accessories — and, of course, her iconic bags, which are revered to this day. Shop a collection of Chanel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How was Coco Chanel influential?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Coco Chanel was influential because she reimagined apparel typically reserved for men, like blazers in feminine cuts and softer fabrics. 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. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.
What is Coco Chanel most famous for?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
What was Coco Chanel's most famous design?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Coco Chanel's most famous design is arguably either the 2.55 Flap Bag or the little black dress. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. At the time, Vogue referred to it as Chanel's Ford, a reference to the Henry Ford Co. automobiles that were reshaping the automobile industry. Similarly, the little black dress was a landmark in fashion design. The earliest designs for the 2.55 Flap Bag date back to the 1920s, when Chanel began dabbling in designs for a woman's handbag that included a shoulder strap. In 1955, she finally introduced the bag, which gained fame as the first-ever shoulder bag (or one of the earliest) and it remains iconic to this day. Shop a diverse assortment of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
What bag did Coco Chanel use?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
Coco Chanel used many bags over the course of her life, but there is little information about which specific bags she carried. There are accounts that the acclaimed designer sported her iconic 2.55 Flap Bag, which was the first bag to ever feature a shoulder strap when it debuted in 1955. Some say that she used the hidden zipper compartment in the quilted shoulder bag to hide love letters from an admirer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Chanel bags.
Who took over Chanel after Coco died?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
After Coco died, Yvonne Dudel, Jean Cazaubon and Philippe Guibourgé took over Chanel. During the early 1970s, Jacques Wertheimer purchased the controlling interest in the French fashion house, and his son, Alain Wertheimer, took over for him in 1974. Karl Lagerfeld became the creative director of Chanel in 1983 and served in the role until his death in 2019. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
How many Chanell Coco Handles are there?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a number of Chanel Coco Handle bags available. The bag, also known as the Flap Bag with Handle, comes in mini, small, standard and large sizes. Classic materials include grained calfskin and smooth lambskin. Chanel also produced the bag in tweed and velvet in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel handbags.
When was the first Coco Chanel fashion show?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
The first Coco Chanel fashion shows were reportedly held on rue Cambon in Paris.

The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in the French capital at 31 rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, 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. The ground floor housed the boutique, while the area upstairs was utilized for a salon for couture fittings as well as a space for models to show off Chanel's present collections.

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Why did Coco Chanel make the quilted purse?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
Coco Chanel made the quilted purse known as the 2.55 to solve a problem. The handbags that were available during the early 20th century were often hard to carry because they only had handles. Chanel added a chain strap to the 2.55, giving women the freedom to sling it over their shoulders for easy carrying. As to why the 2.55 featured diamond quilting, she was enamored with the pattern, which she first encountered on saddle cloths, groom's jackets and horse blankets at a friend's stables, and introduced it to her designs in the 1920s. By the time the 2.55 debuted in 1955, diamond quilting had become synonymous with the French fashion house. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of Chanel bags.
How do I authenticate a Chanel brooch?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You can authenticate a Chanel brooch by checking the back for a little oval stamp or embossed mark. It should be noted that some of the oldest jewelry pieces were not marked, but these pieces are extremely rare and do not often come up for sale. Most of the Chanel jewelry and brooches you will find are from the 1980s or later and will include an oval tag, plate, or stamp. Shop expertly vetted Chanel jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
How can I spot a real Chanel brooch?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate a Chanel brooch, look for the Chanel marking on the back. These markings can be easy to fake so it’s important to buy your luxury goods from reputable sources. Shop a collection of vintage and new Chanel jewelry, bags and clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
When did Coco Chanel make the little black dress popular?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Coco Chanel first made the little black dress popular in 1926. That year, Vogue magazine referred to the dress as Chanel’s Model T as a way to describe how the approachable design was something the average woman could wear, just as Ford’s Model T automobile made it possible for more everyday people to own a car. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chanel dresses.