Chanel Nano Kelly Bag NEW Lilac Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this NEW Chanel Nano Kelly Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Nano Kelly - Color: Lilac - Year: 2024 - Condition...
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Chanel Handbags and Purses
Vintage Chanel handbags and purses are some of the most well-known and sought-after accessories in the world. With a subtle and chic aesthetic, many of the legendary French house’s crossbody bags, shoulder bags, tote bags and other bags are popular among celebrities and fashion obsessives.
Crafted from top-quality materials, Chanel’s elegant iconic purses are coveted not only for their timelessness but also for their high resale value. The brand’s best-known bag, the Classic Double Flap bag, includes Chanel’s signature quilting and leather interlaced through a chain strap. Chanel Classic flap bags have been going strong since Karl Lagerfeld updated the beloved 2.55 handbag in the 1980s with the addition of the interlocking double Cs on the flap.
Other iconic bag styles are the Gabrielle and Boy bags. (Also designed by Lagerfeld, Chanel’s playful Boy Brick Lego bag has become a collector's item.) 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.
For its spectacular seasonal runway shows, Chanel designs special bags that are typically produced in smaller editions, making them all the more desirable and prompting long waiting lists for the most flamboyant creations. The widely hunted rare Chanel bags and many of the other bags much sought after today are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier Lagerfeld, whose prolific tenure at the helm of the house lasted from 1983 to 2019.
Just like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and other luxury brands, Chanel has had to fight counterfeiters who manufacture and sell fake bags under its name. These days, provenance is as essential for Chanel bags as it is for a Chagall painting. And with forgeries improving, it's worth knowing how to spot a fake Chanel bag.
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Very Rare 1990s Chanel Coco Mark Black Patent Vanity Heart Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Collector’s item chanel vintage heart vanity in black patent with gold hardware. Original condition. No touch ups or recoloring. Slight cloudiness to the ...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL Bag in Pink Raffia with Chain and Leather, Gold Hardware, Anni2000
By Chanel
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Refined and sought-after CHANEL bag made of powder pink woven raffia, an iconic material from the Maison's summer collections, reinterpreted with a sophisticated and timeless aesthet...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Button on Top 2020 Black Lamb Skin CF Bag Gold Chain
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Chanel Button on Top 2020 Black Lamb Skin CF Bag Gold Chain
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Timeless sophistication meets a rare design detail in this Chanel Classic Flap, known as the **“Button on Top”** from the 2020 collection. Crafted from luxurious black quilted leathe...
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2010s European Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL olive green leather 19 WEST EAST SHOPPING Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 19 shopping tote in olive green quilted lambskin leather, designed in a refined, softly structured silhouette distinguished by its signature oversized diamond q...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL black leather 2011 CHIC KNOT Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Chic Knot clutch in black lambskin leather intricately interwoven with knotted straps creating a richly textured, quilted effect. Designed in a softly structure...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL Rarest CC Dare To Disturb Sequin Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Paris / Cosmopolite 2017 Métiers d’Art Collection Collectible “DARE TO DISTURB” Black Sequin CC Logo Flag Bag — A Rare Masterpiece by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A luminous artefact f...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL neon yellow leather 16C SEOUL COCO RAIN FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Mini Flap bag in neon yellow quilted leather with geometric printed raincoat. Crafted in a classic, softly structured silhouette, this playful yet refined piece...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
2020 Chanel black caviar leather silver hardware 2.55 Shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
2020 Chanel black caviar leather silver hardware 2.55 Shoulder bag Classic timeless Chanel Shoulder handle bag in Lamb leather Made in france
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 1996 Sac matelasse Marine CC Classique Shopping Navy leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Classique series bag (or rather Timeless at the time) in navy blue quilted leather, burgundy red leather interior with two large slip pockets, zip closure with signature pull,...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Sac Epaule Coco Splash 2014 Classic Multicolor Leather PVC Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Coco Splash bag in multicolored leather and PVC, silver-tone hardware, interior with two large PVC pockets and a series of pink quilted l...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 2002 Sac Timeless Classique Double Flap Beige Jersey Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Classique or Timeless medium-sized (25) bag in beige wool jersey, double flap, Turnlock or CC closure, matching beige leather interior with slip pockets, slip pocket on the ba...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL blue 2018 ORYLAG FUR Mini Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Mini Flap bag in midnight blue and black chevron patchwork Orylag rabbit fur, exquisitely crafted in a softly structured, plush silhouette that highlights the r...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Black Caviar Medallion Tote Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
The Chanel Medallion Tote was produced in one size and measures approximately 12.5 inches in width, 10 inches in height, and 6 inches in depth, with a 6.5-inch handle drop. It was in...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel vintage embellished tweed tote shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel vintage embellished tweed tote shoulder bag H 38 cm, w 40 cm Cc Embellished bag with multicoloured tweed Blue leather on the shoulder strap
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 2009 Moscow Lion Head Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel 2009 Moscow Lion Head Minaudière Clutch Bag Approximate measurements pulled from online references: * Width: 6.5 in * Height: 4.5 in * Depth: 2.5 in * Chain drop: approximat...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL Boy Large Bag in Oil Green Quilted Leather with Logo On Back
By Chanel
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Iconic Chanel Boy Bag in Large version, made of petrol green quilted leather with decorative exposed stitching and ruthenium hardware. The model is embellished with the rare embosse...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Vintage Ostrich WOC
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Condition: Excellent overall. The ostrich leather is well maintained with minimal signs of wear. Light, natural wear to corners and edges. Structure remains strong. Hardware shows mi...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Vintage Black Halfmoon Crocodile Flap
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Vintage Black Half Moon Crocodile Flap Bag Classic vintage Chanel half moon silhouette crafted in glossy black crocodile with signature CC turn-lock closure and leather-interw...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Vintage Emerald Green Crocodile Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Emerald Green Crocodile Clutch — Vintage Series 4 (1996–1997) Rare vintage Chanel clutch crafted in rich emerald green crocodile leather, featuring 24k gold-plated hardware a...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
2006 Vintage Chanel Dark Chocolate Brown Coated Canvas Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This sophisticated Chanel tote bag is crafted from a unique dark chocolate brown coated canvas, offering a subtle metallic sheen that catches the light beautifully. The exterior feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL nude beige Caviar leather CLASSIC LARGE Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Large Bag is crafted from luxurious caviar calfskin leather in an elegant nude hue, offering exceptional durabi...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL metallic gold leather 19A NEW YORK CROC BOX MINAUDIERE Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel box minaudière evening bag in gold croc-embossed leather with radiant gold-tone hardware. A striking sculptural design, it features a long twisted chain strap, ...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL mint green 24S LOGO SEQUIN TOTE Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel 2024 Logo Sequin Shopping Bag in Mint Green is a bold, statement-making tote crafted entirely from individual green and black sequins, creating a striking,...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
1980s Vintage CHANEL Diamond Quilted Lambskin Leather Waist Chain Flap Bag Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL waist chain flap bag is crafted of diamond quilted lambskin leather in black featuring gold toned hardware and a gold toned chai...
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1980s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL - Black Leather Mini Flap with Oversized Golden CC Logo (1980s)
By Chanel
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
An authentic Chanel icon of the 1980s, rare and highly sought-after: mini shoulder bag in black lambskin leather, featuring the large golden CC logo in shiny metal, one of the most i...
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1980s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Late 1990s Excellent Condition Chanel Smooth Black Leather Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This authentic Chanel tote bag is crafted from smooth, supple black leather, offering a minimalist and highly versatile aesthetic for daily use. The front is detailed with a subtle l...
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Late 20th Century Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL black quilted leather 12A BOMBAY BOY MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Boy Medium shoulder bag in black leather. Crafted in a structured, iconic silhouette, this timeless piece features antique silver-tone hardware and a detachable...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel patchwork bag by Karl Lagerfeld Resort 2011
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 2011 Resort ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Denim jumbo Timeless bag with a different-material patchwork pattern in blue, beige and...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 1994 Jumbo Lambskin Flap Bag with Tortoiseshell CC & Chain
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel Jumbo Tortoise Shell Resin Flap Bag crafted in caramel/camel lambskin leather with oversized tortoise resin CC turn-lock hardware and matching tortoise resin and leath...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Micro Kelly Bag – 1998 Series 5 Dark brown crocodile with gold-tone CC turnlock. A structured mini silhouette in glossy crocodile, finished ...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
1980s Vintage CHANEL Diamond Quilted Lambskin Leather Waist Chain Flap Bag Red
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL waist chain flap bag is crafted of red diamond quilted lambskin leather featuring gold toned hardware and gold toned chain belt ...
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1980s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag . SIZE 20cm X 12cm X 6cm Chain lenght = 125cm One flat pocket on the back of the bag. 2 inside pocket ( one with zip closure) Kaki leather lining. Aut...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL red quilted leather 20S CLASSIC MINI SQUARE Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Mini Square shoulder bag is crafted in bright red quilted lambskin leather with light gold-tone hardware. It features the iconic CC turn-lock closu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Lambskin Quilted Phone Case Holder Black Leather Crossbody Bag On A Chain
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
- Black leather exterior - Silver CC Logo - Comes with box and dustbag Condition: The bag is in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approx...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses
Stunning CHANEL Pre-Fall PARIS to DALLAS 2014 Small Whipstitch Boy Bag
$3,188Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning CHANEL Pre-Fall PARIS to DALLAS 2014 Small Whipstitch Boy Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Conroe, TX
Stunning CHANEL Small Whipstitch Boy Bag Chanel Shoulder Bag From the Pre-Fall Paris to Dallas 2014 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Burnt Orange Interlocking CC Logo Antiqued Silver-To...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a highly Rare and Vintage Chanel Top Handle Bag from the late 1990s to early 2000s, confirmed by its distinctive design and serial code. This structured top-handle bag is cra...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Muff Mint Condition With Tags
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel muff . Ecru/black colors Mint like new condition with tags and box Box has slight damage scratch Final sale
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Orient Express Flap Bag Fall 2011
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Chanel Orient Express Flap Bag from the Fall 2011 collection - used once and comes with authenticity card, care leaflet and Chanel dustbag. Made from smooth brownish burgund...
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2010s Unknown Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel minaudière bag by Karl Lagerfeld 1994-1996
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 1994-1996 Collection, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Minaudière bag in quilted black silk satin, with a gold-tone metal handle interwoven with black silk. ...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 2.55 bag by Karl Lagerfeld, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfel
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - A 2017 Collection, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Quilted black leather 2.55 bag decorated with golden and silvery metal charms, and with a golden metal ch...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Sac Pochette 1990s Black Wool Jersey Shoulder Bag Clutch 2 chains
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Timeless or Classique bag circa 1990 in quilted black jersey with a gold-tone metal CC "turnlock" clasp, burgundy leather (or coated canvas?) interior signed Chanel and Made i...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
1986 Chanel Chocolate Brown w/Shoulder/Crossbody Chain Strap and COA
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
The outside is in wonderful condition, no corner wear and the quilted leather butter soft. This includes the wonderful fringed top zip pull with gold tone ball which has a CC incise...
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1980s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Urban Spirit Backpack Blue Lamb Leather
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
Super cool Chanel Urban Spirit backpack - worn once and comes with authenticity card and dustbag. Made from bright blue lamb leather with signature diamond quilting, it has silverton...
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2010s Unknown Chanel Handbags and Purses
Vintage 1990s Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse Gold CC Charm
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Discover this Vintage 1990s Authentic Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse with iconic gold CC charm — the ultimate statement for any Chanel collector or luxury lover. ...
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1990s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Limited Edition Rocket Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Limited Edition - Chanel FW 2017 Runway piece - Black lucite and crystal rocket ship - Silver hardware - Tonal lucite lined interior - Shoulder Strap Drop Max: 24cm - Condition: Ex...
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2010s European Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Vintage 1980s Large Quilted Lambskin Crossbody Bag with CC Lock
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Chanel Vintage 1980s Large Quilted Lambskin Crossbody Bag with CC Lock
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a large quilted lambskin bag which can be worn crossbody or shoulder. Vintage from the 80s it has a rare diamond etched CC turn lock fastening; interwoven leather and gold to...
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1980s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Vintage 1990s Chanel Black Lambskin Mini Shoulder Bucket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage Chanel mini bucket bag in black lambskin leather with 24K Gold coated hardware. In good vintage condition, with minor scuffs and rubbing. The holo has peeled off, but comes w...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL black grained leather CLASSIC 11.12 MEDIUM Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic 11.12 Medium double flap bag in black grained calfskin Caviar leather epitomizes timeless elegance. Accented with silver-tone hardware, it features...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 2015 Moucharabieh Paris-Dubai Clutch
By Chanel Boutique, Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel 2015 Moucharabieh Paris–Dubai Clutch — Sample Piece Extremely rare circular Moucharabieh clutch from the 2015 Paris–Dubai collection. This is a sample piece, which should be ...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL black lambskin leather CLASSIC MINI RECTANGULAR Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Mini Rectangular Timeless Single Flap Bag in black lambskin embodies the maison’s timeless elegance. Crafted with silver-tone hardware, it closes w...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Black Lambskin Maxi Accordion Three Compartment Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Chanel Maxi Accordion Flap Bag in black lambskin with silver hardware. Series #15. Slightly longer than a maxi by 2 cm. Easy to use everyday bag. Beautiful condition, minor scuffs an...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Metallic Python Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Paris-Bombay Python Single Flap Bag features gold and silver python, an interlocking CC logo, antique gold hardware, chain link straps, and a push lock closure. From collectio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Burgundy Python Clutch with silver chain
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Deeply saturated and quietly exotic, this Chanel clutch is rendered in burgundy python, a material that brings both texture and depth to an otherwise streamlined silhouette. The colo...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Mini 25 Hobo Bag Black Caviar Antique Gold Hardware 26S
By Chanel
Located in West Chester, PA
The Chanel Mini Quilted Caviar 25 Hobo From Spring 26S collection Brand new Chanel 25 Mini Hobo Bag crafted in luxurious black caviar leather with classic diamond quilting. This chi...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL black Aged Calfskin leather 2.55 MEDIUM REISSUE 225 Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel 2.55 Medium Reissue 225 double flap bag in black aged calfskin showcases the maison’s heritage design. Detailed with classic diamond quilting and antique s...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Handbags and Purses
CHANEL black Caviar leather BOY CREDIT CARD Wallet Holder
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Boy credit card wallet is crafted from black matelassé caviar leather, known for its luxurious texture and durability. Featuring signature Boy-style silver...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel 2009 Sac Cabas Cocoon Nylon Black PM Cocoon Hang Bag Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Cocoon or Coco Cocoon (reversible) bag in black quilted polyamide canvas, one large pocket with a silver metal zip closure, burgundy canvas interior with a large zipped pocket...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Handbags and Purses
Chanel Black Square Quilt Vertical Lock Chocolate Bar Lambskin Leather BrushedHW
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Graphic and unmistakably directional, this Chanel shoulder bag is defined by its “Chocolate Bar” quilting a square, grid-like pattern that departs from the house’s traditional diamon...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses
Shop Vintage Handbags, Shoulder Bags, Clutches and Other Bags and Purses on 1stDibs
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, handbag lovers are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classic bags still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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- Are Chanel earrings real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
- Are Chanel pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
- Are Chanel bags still popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, Chanel bags are still popular. Although trends change from season to season, fashion lovers everywhere generally covet Chanel accessories all year round. The demand for both new and vintage Chanel bags rose sharply during the 2010s and early 2020s. The popularity of Chanel bags is owed largely to their rich history and their iconic details, like diamond quilting, chain straps and CC clasps. Many celebrities and fashion influencers, such as Rihanna, Kristen Stewart, Kendall Jenner, and others, have lent star power to the brand over the years by publicly accessorizing with Chanel clutches and shoulder bags. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Chanel bags and purses.
- Are all Chanel bags red inside?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023No, not all Chanel bags are red inside. While red lining has become an iconic feature of many Chanel bags, it isn't universal. Some bags feature linings in bright colors that contrast dramatically with the exteriors, while others feature neutral hues like black, beige or cream. Explore a variety of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- Are all Chanel bags handmade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, all Chanel bags are handmade.
Authentic Chanel handbags, clutches, shoulder bags and other accessories are made in factories and ateliers located in France and regions of Italy such as Tuscany. Additionally, a town in a remote area of southern Spain called Ubrique is reportedly where luxury brands such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton source their leather products.
The brand stamp on an authentic Chanel bag will feature a logo that is accompanied by either "Made in Italy" or "Made in France." It will never read "Made in Paris," which is used on the backplate.
Find vintage Chanel bags and purses on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To know whether you should store your Chanel bag in its box, consult the care instructions that accompany your handbag. Generally, experts recommend storing handbags only in their dust bags to allow airflow. However, some bags may be exceptions to this rule due to their materials, so it's best to follow the instructions provided by Chanel. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Chanel bags.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can buy a Chanel Mini Flap bag directly from Chanel’s website or one of Chanel’s boutiques. Additionally, you may find a Chanel Mini Flap bag in one of Chanel’s retail partners’ stores. Shop a collection of authentic Chanel Mini Flap bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What color Chanel bags are inside varies. Many Chanel bags feature a burgundy lining, but there is no universal interior color for the French luxury fashion house. You can find Chanel bags with linings in neutral hues like cream and gray and colors that match or contrast with their exteriors. Chanel uses both leather and grosgrain silk for lining materials. Shop a large collection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- What is Chanel Matelasse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
- What does Chanel 5 smell like?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The Chanel 11.12 bag is called that due to the style code of the original Medium Classic Flap Bag. This code was A01112. When the 11.12 first appeared, it was only available in the Medium size. However, the line has expanded to include other sizes, such as the Mini Square, Mini Rectangle, Small, Jumbo and Maxi. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Chanel bags.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
- What is Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023The classic Chanel bag is called the 2.55 Flap Bag. Its name is a nod to February 1955 when Coco Chanel first introduced the now iconic bag. When it debuted, the 2.55 Flap Bag was the first handbag to feature a shoulder strap, and it went on to influence handbag designs for decades to come. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Chanel 2.55 Flap Bags.
- What bag did Coco Chanel use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Coco 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To remove creases from Chanel can be done with care, of course. Use a clean cloth and dry cleaning solution but stay away from any chemicals on the bag as they can damage it permanently. On 1stDibs, find vintage and modern Chanel pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The best way to date a vintage Chanel bag depends on how old it is. For bags produced in 1986 or later, you can check the date code. By cross-checking the first two digits in the serial number with information provided by trusted online resources, you can get a rough idea of the year of production. For example, serial numbers starting with zero were produced from 1986 to 1988. If you can't find a serial number in your bag, you can enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance. Find a large selection of vintage Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, some Chanel flap bags are crossbodies. Although the straps on the bags allow virtually any style to be worn slung across the body, many people find that smaller sizes are more comfortable to carry in this manner. Generally, Mini, Small, Wallet on Chain and Medium versions of flap bags like the Classic Flap, the Boy Bag and the 19 are the best options. Explore a diverse assortment of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
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