Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Python
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Canvas and Python from the brand's 2003-2004 Collection.
Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Python
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Flap Shoulder Bag Canvas and Python from the brand's 2003-2004 Collection.
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.
Chanel Classic Flap Bag in light pink Python leather
By Chanel
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Chanel timeless bag in light pink python leather, silver hardware. Condition: Really good, to note: color tone slightly faded (doesn't affects the final appearance). Packing/acce...
Chanel Vintage Classic Double Flap Jumbo Turquoise Python w/Ruthenium Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rendered in an exotic material rarely seen in classic form, this vintage Chanel Classic Double Flap Jumbo is defined by its vivid turquoise python construction.
Chanel Python Flap 219333 White Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: 9689594 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9.05" Width: 2" Height: 4.33" Shoulder strap drop: 8.75" OVERALL EX...
Chanel Python & Cotton Mixed Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
The best of both worlds! Take this bag from desk to drinks in no time! Chanel bag is adorned with a natural skin python as well as beige natural cotton throughout the back of the bag...
Vintage Chanel Multicolor Genuine Python 'CC' Front Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Multicolor genuine python bag from Chanel circa 1997-1999. Front flap with a 'CC' logo and two concealed snap closures.
Limited CHANEL double flap bag Jumbo python leather shoulder bag 2016
By Chanel
Located in Berlin, DE
Extremely rare CHANEL double flap Bag Jumbo made of python leather.
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H 6.29 in W 1.96 in L 9.84 in
Chanel Cambon Python Quilted Ligne Flap 870036 White Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 6.29 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 16 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.96 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 5 cm(approx) S...
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H 6.5 in W 1.125 in L 8.875 in
Chanel Pink Orange Multicolor Python Snakeskin 'CC' Top Handle Flap Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
This bag may be small, but packs a bold punch. Luxurious python snakeskin construction. Unique multicolored pattern. Clear plastic 'CC' logo applique at front. Top flat handles. Fron...
Chanel 2.55 Reissue Grail Mini Python Skin Leather Cross Body Bag CC-B0910P-0001
By Chanel
Located in Downey, CA
This is the most sought after Chanel bag for the last years. We present you with a Super Rare and Verify@ Cc-b0910p-0001 authenticated CHANEL Signature Python Small Mini Flap in Bl...
Chanel Python Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This red python skin flap shoulder bag from Chanel features a fold-over top with twist-lock closure, a silver-tone CC logo plaque, a quilted effect, a chain and leather strap, a back...
Chanel Python Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Python Double Flap Bag. Rare python snake skin.
Chanel Python Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Python Double Flap Bag. Rare python snake skin.
Chanel Gold Python Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Gold Metallic Python Flap Bag. Gorgeous gold python leather with gold hardware.
Chanel Silver Lilac Python Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Python Small Flap Bag is exquisite. Pristine and never carried, this exotic Chanel is a brilliant addition to any collection.
Chanel Python Exotic Jumbo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Exotic Python Jumbo Double Flap Bag. Extremely rare exotic skin leather bag.
CHANEL Flap Bag in Beige Python
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL flap bag in beige python. It is closed by a pressed button 'CC' inlaid with pearls.
Chanel Grey Python Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel grey python single flap with two interior compartments.
Chanel Black Python Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel collectible python quilted large single flap.
Chanel Classic Pink Python Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Classic Flap Bag Iridescent Python Pink is a classic shoulder bag is composed of a shimmery snakeskin in pink and features leather light gold chain link threaded shoulder...
Chanel Mini Flap Multicolor Python Bag
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Adorable Chanel bag in a mini size realized in multicolor python leather. You can wear it in various way : crossbody shoulder clutch
Chanel Purple Python Flap Bag, 2015
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare and brand new purple python handbag with double strap. Handle drop 1" , shoulder drop 19.5". Spring 2015 collection. Comes with protective felt, hologram, ID card, bookle...
Chanel Exotic Python Maxi Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Exotic Python Maxi Double Flap Bag. Absolutely stunning rare exotic python largest Chanel bag.
Chanel Pink Python Jumbo Double Flap Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing a collector's dream: the Chanel Pink Python Jumbo Double Flap Classic Bag.
Chanel Black Python Tassel Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare black python tassel single flap with dangling tassel.
Chanel Multicolor Python Convertible Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Multicolor Python Mini Flap Bag is in excellent condition.
Chanel Metallic Plum Python Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Metallic Plum Python Single Flap Classic- MINT A very rare exotic from the 2010 Collection, the color and texture complement each other brilliantly.
Chanel Blue Python Leather 2.55 Flap Handbag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A stunning reimagining of the iconic Chanel 2.55 handbag. Crafted in rippling, blue python skin – a denim hue that gives the bag a perfect lease to accent an off-duty look time and t...
Chanel Black calfskin and Multicolor Python Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Cruise 2017-2018 Bag Collection. Chanel Black calfskin and Multicolor Python Flap Bag.
Chanel Black Python Small Flap Bag w/ CC
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Python Small Flap Bag Features large ruthenium CC pendant on flap top and black leather piping throughout exterior Made In: France Year of Production: 2012 Color: B...
Chanel Pink Python Jumbo Double Flap Classic Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pink Python Jumbo Classic is in great condition.
Chanel Metallic Gold Python Boy Small Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Up for sale; Chanel Metallic Gold Python Small Boy Small Flap Bag with brushed gold-tone hardware, single chain-link and leather shoulder strap, python panel at center exterior, tona...
Chanel Iridescent Python Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Iridescent Python Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag SKU: 121322 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Very Good Condition.
CHANEL warm silver PYTHON MEDIUM FLAP Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Medium Flap bag in warm silver python featuring black beaded CC embellished turnlock on the front, patch pocket on the back and ruthenium textured chain shoulde...
CHANEL Classic flap bag in exotic golden python
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
Dandelion Code AT-1088 Brand Chanel Model Timeless Classic Serial No. 1845 **** Color Gold Date Approx. 2013 Metal Gold Material Exotic Python Measurements Approx. 20 x 12 x 6 cm Con...
Chanel 2017/2018 Iridescent Purple Python Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Snag yourself a rare Chanel! Circa 2017/2018, this double flap Chanel is crafted from python and finished in a gorgeous iridescent deep purple.
2000s Chanel Metallic Silver Python Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Metallic Silver Python Classic Single Flap Bag This CHANEL Classic Single Flap Bag is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card.
2000s Chanel Metallic Silver Python Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Metallic Silver Python Classic Single Flap Bag This CHANEL Classic Single Flap Bag is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card.
2014 Chanel Peach Python Leather Rectangular Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Peach Python Leather Rectangular Mini Flap Bag This CHANEL Rectangular Mini Flap Bag is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Chanel Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Ca...
CHANEL Red Python Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Red Python Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag Xupes Reference: CB837 Serial Number: 19198215 Age (Circa): 2014 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card Authent...
Chanel Beige Python Leather 226 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Beige Python Leather 226 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5869 Brand: Chanel Model: 226 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Serial...
Chanel Pewter Metallic Python Paris/Bombay Classic Flap Bag $8700
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Silver and Pewter Python Flap Bag c.2012 Made in metallic pewter and bronze Python leather with antiqued silvertone hardware.
Chanel Grey Python Extra Mini Flassic Flap Crossbody Bag 41ck59
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel Grey Python Extra Mini Flassic Flap Crossbody Bag 41ck59 Date Code/Serial Number: 16005199 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 5.4" Width: 1.5" Height: 3.4" Shoulder Hand...
CHANEL dark green 2016 PYTHON COCO HANDLE SMALL FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2016 Coco Handle Small Flap bag in dark green python.
2017 Chanel Blue Python Leather Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Blue Python Leather Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Xupes Reference: CB365 Serial Number: 23622513 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Protective Felt Authentic...
Chanel 18K Red Black Ombre Iridescent Python Mini Flap Bag RHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel 18K Red Black Ombre Iridescent Python Mini Flap Bag RHW SKU: 130775 MSRP: 6100.00 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless classic that never goe...
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H 5.91 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in
Chanel metallic light gold PYTHON TIMELESS CLASSIC FLAP MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
Chanel 'Timeless Classic Flap Medium' shoulder bag in metallic light gold snakeskin. Open pocket on the back. Closes with CC-turn-lock on the front. Double flap with open pocket on t...
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H 6.3 in W 9.85 in D 1.97 in
2010 Chanel Red Heavy-Stitch Quilted Python Leather Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Red Heavy-Stitch Quilted Python Leather Classic Single Flap Bag Reference: CB155 Age (Circa): 2010 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag Authenticity Details: (Made in Italy) - Th...
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Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 4-6
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld pink python pants with matching mini flap bag, ss 2000
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld; Pink, orange, and black python snakeskin pants.
Chanel 2009-10 Red Python Small Double-Flap Bag With Gold-Tone Hardware
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel 2009-10 Red Python Small Double-Flap Bag is a stunning piece that embodies luxury, sophistication, and rarity.
Chanel Blue Grey Python Maxi Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Grey Blue Python Maxi Double Flap- PRISTINE The stunning exotic skin is highlighted perfectly with ruthenium hardware.
Chanel Degrade Python Jumbo Classic- Brown and Blue
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Python Degrade Jumbo Classic Double Flap- PRISTINE; appears never carried Incredibly stunning, the head turning exotic is in shades of hazelnut and pale blue with silver hardw...
Chanel Coral Python Jumbo Flap
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Coral Python Jumbo Flap Bag is in pristine condition.
Chanel Black Python Flap Bag SHW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Python Flap Bag Features python and leather woven chain link shoulder straps Made In: Italy Year of Production: 2010 Color: Black Hardware: Silvertone Materials: ...
Chanel Black Python Pondicherry Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Python Pondicherry Flap Bag SKU: 119207 Condition: Pre-owned (3000) Handbag Condition: Never Worn Condition Comments: Please note: this item can not be sh...
RARE Chanel Metallic Copper Python 2.55 Double Flap Classic
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Chanel Metallic Copper Python 2.55 Double Flap Classic in excellent condition.
CHANEL Maxi Jumbo Double Flap Bag in Ecru Python
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Superb CHANEL maxi Jumbo double flap bag in ecru python.
Chanel 'Boy' Flap Bag Kaki Leather and Green Python
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel 'Boy' flap bag in python shades green bronze and gold and khaki green smooth lamb leather.
Chanel Peach Pink Python Jumbo 2.55 Double Flap Classic Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Peach Pink Python Jumbo 2.55 Double Flap Classic Shoulder Bag in excellent condition.
Chanel Blue Python Snakeskin XL Classic Flap Shoulder Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Blue Python Snakeskin XL Classic Flap Shoulder Bag in excellent condition.
Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red jersey dress from Celine. It has a wide V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves and a wrapped ruched bodice. The dress is semi fitted through to the hips then falls straight ...
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints of silent screen stars, w...
2000s Emanuel Ungaro Linen Cream JAcket with fringes
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Capri, IT
2000s Emanuel Ungaro Linen Cream JAcket with fringes Composition: 87% linen 13% polyammide Italian size range 42 Dry clean only no lining inside
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Cocktail dr...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in D 3.5 in L 16 in
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Bridal Wedding Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous EMILIO PUCCI crochet knit maxi dress / gown Perfect for the resort season Sleeveless Off-white crochet-knit cotton Full length Simply slips on Dry clean Only Made in Italy S...
Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous lavender stretch silk dress by Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 collection. It has a plunging front neckline and racer back with multiple seams emanating from it and the side ...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
NWT S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana Studded Leather Punk Chain Large Tote Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana large shoulder tote is part of the Spring/Summer 2003 ‘Sex & Love’ collection. Made entirely of black leather, it includes a drawstring closure at the to...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
Iconic extremely rare Tom Ford for Gucci Damask « Dragon » purse FW 2004
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
Timeless in Nice.vintage.darling: The iconic «Dragon» handbags in alligator skin and the incredibly beautiful velvet with gold dusting from the era of Tom Ford at Gucci. Fall Winter...
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
Hermes Jypsiere 28 Matte Crocodile Niloticus Skin Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Hermes Jypsiere 28 Matte Crocodile Niloticus Skin Bag Crossbody bag crafted from matte crocodile Niloticus skin in Ficelle. Designed with branded, palladium hardware an...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Chanel CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
CHANEL CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag Year: 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Black nylon Dual flat canvas shoulder straps Logo embroidery Dual rolled handles at sides Sip pocket at front To...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.
The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.
Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.
But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.
In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.
Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.
Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic.
After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.
Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.
Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“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.
For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
Only Chanel could elevate humble materials like denim and wicker to icon-level status.
In the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, even running errands became a chic exercise.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
How do you tell if a Chanel purse is a knockoff or the real deal? We spoke with handbag experts Alexa Ridolfi and Gerry Gallagher about how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.