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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.

Find a collection of vintage Chanel totes, clutches, minaudières and other bags on 1stDibs today.

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Designer: Chanel
Chanel No5 Perfume Black Limited Edition Evening Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Black/gold Material: Plexiglass Comes with: Box and dust bag Condition: Very good. Faint scratches. Made in italy Measurements~ H 6.2” x W 3.5” x D 1.4” Height 6.2” Length 3....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 2015-2016 Black Calfskin Quilted Chain Handle Large Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to bag is evident. Light wear to the exterior with some abrasion to the leather surface, particularly at the edges and through the back. Mild creasing a...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Chanel Handbags and Purses

Borsa A Tracolla Chanel Round Bag Beige 2020
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa firmata Chanel, modello Round Bag, realizzata in pelle trapuntata beige e hardware dorati. Munita di tracolla in pelle e catena intrecciata per indossare la borsa a spalla e a tracolla. Internamente rivestita in pelle beige, capiente per l’essenziale con chiusura a zip circolare. Sul fronte presenta classico logo CC e un’appilcazione di pelle e catena intrecciate. Anno 2020, completa di dustbag, si presenta in ottime condizioni Chanel signature bag...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 2004 Sakura Pink Caviar Medium Classic Double Flap Bag SHW 67868
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67868 The Chanel 2004 Sakura Pink Caviar Medium Classic Double Flap Bag SHW is arguably one of the most famous pinks released by C...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Quilted White Lambskin Mini Rectangular Classic Flap
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Chanel Quilted White Lambskin Mini Rectangular Classic Flap Elevate your style with the exquisite Chanel Quilted White Lambskin Mini Rectangular Flap Bag. Exquisitely crafted from l...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Off White Quilted Caviar Leather Medium Easy Carry Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Off White Quilted Caviar Leather Medium Easy Carry Classic Single Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Medium Easy Carry Classic Single Flap Bag Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Red & White Patterned Canvas Vintage 31 Rue Cambon Beach Tote
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Red & White Patterned Canvas Vintage 31 Rue Cambon Beach Tote Brand- Chanel Model- 31 Rue Cambon Beach Tote Product Type- Tote Serial Number- 74***** Age- Circa 2002 Accompan...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Vintage Rectangular Mini Full Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Beige Quilted Lambskin Vintage Rectangular Mini Full Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Rectangular Mini Full Flap Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 17***** Age...
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1990s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Canary Yellow Tweed Fabric 224 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Canary Yellow Tweed Fabric 224 2.55 Reissue Double Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB5116 Serial Number: 29608066 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Ca...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Large Trendy CC Bowling Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Large Trendy CC Bowling Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Large Trendy CC Bowling Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder, Top Handle Serial Number- 21****** Age-...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Caviar Leather & Lambskin Affinity Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Caviar Leather & Lambskin Affinity Backpack Brand- Chanel Model- Affinity Backpack Product Type- Backpack Serial Number- 23****** Age- Circa 2016 Accompanied By- Chanel...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel CC Quilted Lambskin Drawstring Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-loved Chanel vintage black quilted lambskin leather backpack. Features: Signature quilted lambskin leather, drawstring closure, 24 kt gold plated hardware, classic CC ...
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1990s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Vintage Timeless Shoulder Bag Xupes Reference: HB4682 Serial Number: 3536761 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Care Booklet, Authenticity Card Authentici...
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1990s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Indigo Quilted Washed Caviar Leather Square Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Indigo Quilted Washed Caviar Leather Square Mini Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Square Mini Flap Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 18****** Age- Circa 2014 ...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Minaudière Limited Edition Casino Dice Black Gold-Tone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Presenting the exclusive Chanel Dice evening bag from the Maison's Spring 2016 collection. Constructed from shiny plexiglass resembling a dice, the spots on it are reimagined as gold...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number- 17****** Age- Circa 2013 A...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Classic Kelly
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Classic Kelly Brand- Chanel Model- Classic Kelly Product Type- Top Handle Serial Number- 77***** Age- Circa 2003 Accompanied By- Chanel D...
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Early 2000s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Double Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Small Classic Double Flap Bag Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number- 20***** Age- Circa 1991 ...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Square Micro Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Square Micro Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Square Micro Flap Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 10****** Age- Circa 2005 Accompanied ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Blue Quilted Calfskin Leather Mini Chain Front Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Blue Quilted Calfskin Leather Mini Chain Front Classic Single Flap Bag Xupes Reference: HB5058 Serial Number: 24904931 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Auth...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Patent Leather 'CC' Logo Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Vintage Patent Leather 'CC' Logo Crossbody Bag Black envelope-shaped bag detailed with 'CC' logo embossed to the cent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Navy Quilted Lambskin Vintage Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number- 16***** Age- Circa 1991...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Rare Chanel Paris-New York Gold Croc-Embossed Graffiti Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare croc embossed gold boy bag with graffiti design. Super sought after collection. Overall still in very good condition. Series 28. Comes with its holo intact, dust bag and box.
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Rare Chanel Cruise 2015 Gold Night Gas Tank Jerry Can Accessory Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare Chanel runway piece from Dubai Cruise 2015 in Gold leather. Overall still in well kept condition. Very minor ripping on the bottom exterior leather but not too visible. Slight c...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Vintage Chanel Black Lambskin Quilted Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Mini vintage Chanel in black lambskin with gold hardware. Very cute and versatile piece. Can be worn as shoulder and crossbody. Faint scratching and scuffs due to the nature of the l...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 21S White Cream About Pearls Bucket Bag Mini 67973
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67973 Chanel 21S White Cream About Pearls Bucket Bag Mini is a pillowy soft miniature bucket bag adorned with gold-pronged faux pearls and dangling CC charm hardware, wi...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Black Chunky Chain Classic Tote Bag 24k GHW 64872
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 64872 Exquisitely and fantastically a Chanel classic, this gorgeous tote must not be missed A classic vintage piece, this bag features a classic Chanel smooth calfskin ex...
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1980s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Gold Lizard Small Boy Flap Bag GHW 67969
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67969 No longer produced in special exotics, this Chanel Gold Lizard Small Boy Flap Bag GHW comes in pristine condition in a very special ornate color way. The aged gol...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 2003 Vintage Black Caviar Petite Timeless Tote PTT Bag 24k GHW 67423
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67423 For 20 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintage and collectible accessories by searching closets around the world. ...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 19C Pink Tweed Boucle Rectangular Mini Flap Bag GHW 68027
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68027 This Chanel 19C Pink Tweed Boucle Rectangular Mini Flap Bag GHW is from Karl Lagerfeld's monumental nautical-themed 2019 Resort collection. Intricate bright-color...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 2014 Red Coco Sailor Pearl Medium Classic Double Flap Bag GHW 68029
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68029 The iconic holy grail bag is the Chanel Classic Flap. Coveted for its simplicity and elegance - woven chain double strap that can be worn short or long, turnlock CC...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Resort Summer Denim Diamond Stitch Fringe Beach Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Beach Shopping Tote Bag Pool Resort Fringe Large Travel Shoulder Bag Canvas diamond stitch exterior with fringe detail CC embroidery...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 20S Barbie Pink Caviar Small Classic Double Flap Bag GHW 67871
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67871 This is a true "Barbie pink" - photos do not do the color justice. Please reference the two videos in this listing, including the comparison video. Chanel's iconi...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 1988 Vintage Red Small Classic Double Flap Bag 24k GHW Lambskin 68032
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68032 This Chanel 1988 Vintage Red Small Classic Double Flap Bag 24k GHW Lambskin is a very rare find as it's nearly impossible to find untouched red lambskin that's neve...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage 1994 Black Caviar Small Diana Flap Bag 24k GHW 67643
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67643 We adore this Chanel Vintage 1994 Black Caviar Small Diana Flap Bag 24k GHW - The combination of the pebbled calfskin with the 24k gold plated hardware is a holy gr...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Rare 2009 Chanel Black Tweed XXL Supermodel Reissue Flap Bag Weekender RHW 67972
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67972 One of the most sought-after models within the house of Chanel is the reissue line, with elegant, oversized chunky antiquated Aged Ruthenium hardware chain of the r...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Pristine Chanel 2002 Vintage Black Caviar Jumbo Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 67313
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67313 The iconic holy grail bag is the Chanel Classic Flap. Coveted for its simplicity and elegance - woven chain double strap that can be worn short or long, turnlock CC...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Crocodile Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jackson, TN
Available for purchase is this absolutely stunning and rare vintage Chanel bag! Crafted from genuine crocodile this gorgeous piece features 24kt gold plated hardware! You will notice...
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1980s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Full Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Small Classic Single Full Flap Bag Brand Chanel Model- Small Classic Single Full Flap Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 14**...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Vintage Chanel Black Lambskin Trapezoid Reissue Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful trapezoid vintage shoulder bag in black lambskin leather. Overall in good condition, with faint nail marks and scratches. Minor touch ups has been done to lightly cover the...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel CC Quilted Jumbo Classic Caviar Leather Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-loved Chanel CC classic flap jumbo quilted black caviar leather cross body bag. Features flap top with 24kt gold plating CC twist turn lock on the front of the bag, th...
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1990s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Hot Pink Shiny Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Hermès, Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Rare Hot Pink Fuchsia CHANEL Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag is a must for any collector of exotic handbags in general and Chanel bags in particular! Features hot pink shiny alligato...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black & Red Quilted Lambskin Large Le Boy
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black & Red Quilted Lambskin Large Le Boy Brand- Chanel Model- Large Le Boy Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 17****** Age- Circa 2012 Accompanied By- Chanel D...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Pristine Chanel Black 225 Reissue Small 2.55 Flap Bag GHW 67274
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67274 Chanel collectors know how hard it is to find reissue flaps in pristine condition, with sleek panels and no creasing. Established 20 years ago, Boutique Patina has ...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Navy Blue Denim Large Deauville Shopping Tote Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Aventura, FL
This bag features Chanel logos and the street name of Chanel's famous flagship store, "31 Rue Cambon Paris" printed on the front, calfskin top handles, and interwoven silver tone cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Patent Leather Just Mademoiselle Bowling Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Patent Leather Just Mademoiselle Bowling Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Just Mademoiselle Bowling Bag Product Type- Shoul...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Jumbo XL Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Brand: Chanel Model: Jumbo XL Classic Single Flap Bag Product Type: Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number: 48***** Age: Circa 1996 Accompanied By: Care Booklet, Authenticity Card Colour:...
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1990s European Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Coco Top Handle Classic Flap Bag Quilted Caviar Mini Yellow
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-loved Chanel Top Handle Classic Flap Bag in Yellow. Features quilted caviar leather with yellow hardware, a long crossbody chain strap, rounded top handle, a magnetic ...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Purple Quilted Lambskin Medium Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Purple Quilted Lambskin Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Brand- Chanel Model- Medium Classic Double Flap Bag Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number- 23****** Age- Circa 2016 Acco...
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2010s French Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 19A Black All About Chains Pearl Fanny Pack Bag GHW 67686
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67686 Effortlessly chic and Chanel are their waist bag/fanny packs. Released limited edition for the 2019 Chanel Métiers d'Art Paris-New York, a collection inspired by the Egyptian civilization, this is a special deviation of the classic "banana" fanny pack bag...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag Model- Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 15****** Age- Circa 2011 Acco...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel 2.55 Flap Bag Vintage Chocolate Bar 1997 Medium Suede Green
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This Chanel 2.55 Flap bag features a mademoiselle turn lock and is made of suede leather, square quilt wild stitch, accented with silver hardware. CONDITION: Very good condition wit...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Medium Chevron So Black Coco Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This chic tote is crafted of diamond stitched grained caviar calfskin leather in black. The shoulder bag features a sturdy black leather top handle, a black chain link leather thread...
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2010s Italian Chanel Handbags and Purses

Vintage 1990s Black Lambskin Quilted Duma Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful classic vintage duma backpack in size small. Slight loss of structure to the bag and wrinkling marks. Scuffing throughout, but not very visible. One of the chain strap has ...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Vintage 1990s Chanel Jumbo Lambskin Quilted Jumbo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic Chanel Vintage Jumbo lambskin bag in black. Good vintage condition overall, with slight lost of structure and creases and scratches. Series #3. Comes with holo sticker and re...
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1990s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black 23C Round Top Handle Mini Crossbody Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Chanel Mini Flap Bag with Circular Chain Top Handle Detail from recent collection. Already chipped. Item is overall still in good condition with light scratches and dirt marks due to...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Pink Caviar Leather Vanity Bag Case Crossbody Gold HW Light 22S - Video
By Chanel
Located in Hollywood, FL
CHANEL LIGHT PINK CAVIAR VANITY CASE CROSSBODY BAG Design: - Light pink caviar quilted leather. - Leather/gold hardware chain crossbody shoulder strap. - Gold hardware CC lo...
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2010s Chanel Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Black Caviar Grand Shopper Tote GST Bag 24k GHW 68094
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68094 For 20 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintage and collectible accessories by searching closets around the world. ...
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Early 2000s Chanel Handbags and Purses

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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.

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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.”

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Questions About Chanel Handbags and Purses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending 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, 2021
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    All Chanel bags are guaranteed to be authentic, as they come with a unique tag and authentication card.This is an easy way for you to determine the authenticity of your bag. Shop a large selection of vintage or modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s belts and they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel belts and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel garments and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel doesn't usually make men's clothing. The brand has never offered a full menswear line. However, Chanel does have partnerships with designers that occasionally yield items for men such as suits or neckties.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can make Chanel jacket trims feathery, flat or embellished ribbons and stitched on wool bindings are worth all the effort with a seamstress. You'll find a vast collection of authentic Chanel twill jackets from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel 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, 2023
    The 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 ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, 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.

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