Chanel Chain Necklaces
Fashion legend Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s sole fine jewelry collection included some of the most exciting and original works ever made — she loved costume jewelry but simply couldn’t resist designing with diamonds. Today, whether or not a given design happens to bear the house’s iconic logo, vintage Chanel bracelets, pendant necklaces, earrings and other accessories lend a bold touch to any ensemble.
Chanel established her business as a Paris hat shop in 1910 and started selling clothing in 1913. She introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.”
Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.
The lyrical and bold Chanel designs centered on five motifs: fringe, ribbons, feathers, the sun and stars. A dramatic diamond fringe headpiece was worn over the brow, while a fringe bracelet draped down the palm. A ribbon was tied in a bow at the front of a necklace and the top of a headband. These textile motifs linked the collection to the couturier’s clothes.
Even as rave reviews flowed in from the members of the press who attended the collection’s single showing, the International Diamond Corporation caved to the demands of the men in the French jewelry industry who forcefully expressed their firm belief that a fashion designer, and a female one at that, didn’t have the talent to make important jewels. At the same time, they were worried that Chanel’s diamond necklaces, brooches, bracelets and other creations would compete with their collections and cut into their profits. The pieces were broken up after the exhibition, and a planned London showing was canceled.
Afterward, Chanel never designed another diamond jewelry collection. Instead, she focused on costume and the demi-fine pieces she made in collaboration with Fulco di Verdura, when he worked at Chanel during the 1930s.
In 1993, the House of Chanel revived its fine jewelry business. Over the years, it has made near-exact renditions of the 1932 designs and imagined new silhouettes incorporating the original five motifs, as well as other themes beloved by Chanel, such as the lion, representing her Leo zodiac sign, and camellia flowers.
Find a range of vintage Chanel earrings, watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Chanel
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Aquamarine Fresh Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Aquamarine Fresh Pearl Necklace
*Marked 18
*Made in France
*Comes with tag, original pouch and box
*Brand New
-Approximatel...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl
CHANEL Incredible Poured Glass Agate Pendent Necklace c 1980
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
CHANEL Incredible poured glass agate pendent necklace c 1980
The amazing runway design is comprised of faux glass rubies.
glass color sapphires, & emeral...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gilt Metal
Chanel
Paris
Antique Gold Strass & Crystal
CC
Logo Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 'Paris' Antique Gold Strass & Crystal 'CC' Logo Necklace
Chain necklace in aged gold with crystal encrusted 'Paris' and 'CC' logo with multicoloured strass snowflake adornmen...
Category
2010s Unknown Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver Bar Link Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver Bar Link Choker Necklace
*Marked 00
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 13.5" to 15.5".
-...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Pearl Three Station Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl Station Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the early 1980’s. Three sections of faux white pearls are stationed along a gold tone wheat style...
Category
1980s European Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Leather
Pearl Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 2001 Cruise Collection metallic gold leatherette and faux pearl belt. Gold tone metal buckle. Can be worn as a belt or a necklace.
Comes with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel 2015 Strass Shield CC Multistrand Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 2015 Strass Shield CC Multistrand Necklace
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 148275
Listing Title: Chanel 2015 Strass Shield CC Multistrand Necklace
Condition Description: Retails for 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Palladium
Chanel Super Rare Reissued CC Scissors Small Movable Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Super Rare Reissued CC Scissors Small Movable Pendant Necklace
*Marked 22
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box
-The pendant is approximately 1.5" x 1".
-Chain is appr...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Gilt Fox Chain Poured Glass Collar
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel triple gilt fox chain with central pendant and clasp of ruby and emerald poured glass. Ornate hand twisted wirework surrounds each glass cabochon. 1980s France.
15" ...
15" ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Bronze
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Long Chain Necklace CC No.5 Camellia Lion Clover
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This 1996 vintage CHANEL long chain necklace is crafted of gold toned chain interlaced with black leather featuring 18 Chanel’s iconic CC Camellia No.5 Clover Lion motifs. Slip on st...
Category
1990s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Vintage 80s Chanel Gripoix Necklace Large Medallion Pendant Colored Glass
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Beautiful vintage Chanel Gripoix necklace (circa 1980s) crafted in a yellow metal tone.
Colored green and red glass, faux pearls and small cr...
Category
Late 20th Century French Baroque Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Black Logo and Bones Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Black Logo & bones necklace featuring a thin chain, a center medal with black bones and a signature interlocking CC logo, a lobster claw fastening, plaque pitted at chain end....
Category
2010s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Matelasse White Gold Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous authentic Chanel featuring the iconic quilted pattern in shimmering 18k white gold.
Necklace Length: 15 3/4″
Dimensions: The pendant measures .47″ Inches wide by 2.63″...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Gold Flower Pot Crystal CC Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Flower Pot Crystal CC Pearl Necklace
* Marked 23
* Made in Italy
* Comes with the original pouch and box
-It is approximately 14" to 17" long.
-The pendant is approxima...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Monumental Chanel Logo Belt Buckle
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Chanel Logo Belt Chain is a timeless, luxurious accessory that combines the chic elegance of the Chanel brand with the bold appeal of a statement-making chain belt. This belt can...
Category
Late 20th Century Regency Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel sautoir and pendant 1980 Paris
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful sautoir Chanel. Chain in gold plate, Chanel logo on the lock. Round pendant in Byzantin style signed Chanel on the back of the pendant. Number...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Gold-Toned Chain Necklace Coin Link
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Gold-Toned Chain Necklace Coin Link. Beautiful chain in pristine condition, the coin adds a touch of creativity and originality, 31 rue Cambon Paris is marked on the coin whic...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Filigree Cross Black Stone Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Filigree Cross Black Stone Long Necklace
* Marked 25
* Made in France
-It is approximately 32" long.
-The pendant is approximately 3.5" x 2.5".
...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Rose Gold CC Fuchsia Crystal Chain Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rose Gold CC Fuchsia Crystal Chain Choker Necklace
*Marked 16
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box
-The length is from 15" to 18".
-The CC pendant is approximately 1...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver Enamel Flowers CC Large Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver Enamel Flowers CC Large Pendant Necklace
*Marked 05
*Made in France
-It is approximately 24" long. The pendant is approximately 3" x2".
-It is a very rar...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
70s Chanel Vintage Orb Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 52" Yellow Tone Cross
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage 70s Chanel faux pearl orb necklace crafted in yellow tone (circa 1971-1980).
The necklace features faux pearls measuring 12mm each, with eight rep...
Category
1970s French Baroque Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Tiffany
co 925 Silver Large Daisy Key Pendant with Diamond Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Tiffany & co 925 Silver Large Daisy Key Pendant with Diamond Necklace
*Marked Tiffany & Co and 925
*With 1 diamond
*Comes with original pouch and box
-Chain - Approximately 18"
-Pe...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel 80s Necklace/Belt Quilted Gold
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 80s quilted belt, can be worn as a necklace. Excellent condition, comes with original pouch or box .
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated Cross Lavender Glass Bead Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated Cross Lavender Glass Bead Long Necklace
*Marked 94
*Made in France
*Comes with the Chanel box
-The length is approximately 30".
-The pendant is appr...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
1978 Chanel Haute Couture Documented Gold and Seed Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This rare and documented Chanel seed pearl and gold chain link necklace was designed for the spring/summer 1978 haute couture collection by J. Cazaubon and Y. Dudel. Gabrielle Chane...
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Silver-Tone Interlocking CC Chain Necklace 2016
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Silver-Tone Interlocking CC Chain Necklace from 2016 is an iconic piece that embodies the timeless elegance and sophisticated craftsmanship associated with the Chanel bran...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Gunmetal and Gold Metal Chain GreyTweed Bib Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Chanel bib necklace from the Spring 2011 Collection. Gunmetal and gold metal chain with grey tweed woven throughout the chain links. Lobster closure with CC accent. Signed ...
Category
2010s Italian Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Chanel quilted necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Short golden metal quilted necklace. Jewelry from the 1990s under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Len...
Category
1990s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
$1,545
Chanel Classic Vintage Gold Plated Chain Necklace Nicole Richie
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Vintage Gold Plated Chain Necklace As seen on Nicole Richie
*Marked Chanel
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 18″ x 1″.
-This necklace has been one of...
Category
1970s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Gold Snake Lucite Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold snake chain belt/ necklace with three lucite logo details. Excellent condition.
Collection spring 97. Comes with original box.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Vintage belt fall 2001
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Chanel 2001 belt made with five classic Chanel chain in gold plate and dark purple leather.
Two Chanel plate on the front on each side Each Chanel plate are in a leather par...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel 2022 Gold-Tone Black
White Logo Charm Chain Link Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel 2022 Gold-Tone Black & White Logo Charm Chain Link Necklace is a striking statement piece that effortlessly captures the essence of luxury and sophistication. Featuring a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Classic Light Gold Ribbon Bow CC Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Light Gold Ribbon Bow CC Necklace
*Marked 05
*Made in France
-Chain is approximately 16".
-The pendant is approximately 1.25" x 0.9 "
-It is very pretty and cute.
-I...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Crystal Flower Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Crystal Flower Pendant Necklace
*Marked 12
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 17" to 24" long.
-The pendant is 1.25" x 1...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Coin crown sautoir necklace 1980 Paris
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel oval Coin with Chanel symbol under a crown. Chanel inscription wrote all around the coin. between each coin a smaller coin with the just a crown. Gold plated from 1980.
Chanel...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Gemstone Gold Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel sautoir necklace featuring multi color gemstones positioned to play off of each other like the colors of the rainbow, crafted in 18k yellow gold. The necklace may ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Chanel Gold Medallion Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Classic Chanel 1980s gold curb chain triple strand choker necklace. The medallion is in the shape of a shield and the Chanel lettering is accompa...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Massive 5.5" Cross Gripoix Necklace 2003
By Chanel
Located in US
Rare Chanel darkened silver metal cross Gripoix pendant with multicolor glass Gripoix stones in purple, black, mint and maroon. Pendant hangs on darkened silver hardware chain with v...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Plated CC Ring Turnlock Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Plated CC Ring Turnlock Necklace
*Marked 96
*Made in France
*Comes with original box and tag
-The pendant is approximately...
Category
1990s European Artist Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel "Ram Head" Long Sautoir Necklace in Golden Metal, 1970s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France)Golden metal long sautoir necklace made of chains and ram heads. Antique jewelry from the 1970s.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dime...
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20th Century French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Gold CC Flower Heart Charm Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Flower Heart Charm Necklace
*Marked 16
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box and dustbag
-It is approximately 34" long.
-The heart pendants are approximately ...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Light Gold CC Lavender Lock Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Light Gold CC Lavender Lock Pendant Necklace
*Marked 18
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box and pouch
-The length is about 17".
-The pendant is approximately 1.5" ...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Super Rare Vintage Gold Plated Giant Ring Necklace Belt
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Super Rare Vintage Gold Plated Giant Ring Necklace Belt
*Marked 26
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 40" x 1.9".
-It is a super rare piece.
...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Stunning Poured Glass and Pearl Runway Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This beautiful and amazing vintage necklace by Chanel features four clustered poured glass red coral squash blossoms surrounded by multiple poured glass p...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Chanel Gold Diamond Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare vintage chanel diamond shape necklace. Can be worn as double tour bracelet. Intricate design. Hook closure. Comes with box. Length is 41 cm.
Category
1990s Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Silver CC Pendant Ring Crystal Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Pendant Ring Crystal Necklace
*Marked 14
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box and pouch
-The total length is approximately 36″
-The large pendants are appro...
Category
2010s French Artist Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Chanel CC Turn-Lock Gold Hardware Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel CC turn-lock gold hardware chain necklace from year 1996 collection.
- CC turn-lock closure.
- Size: 42cm length. CC buckle: 4cm x 3cm.
Category
1990s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
$2,916 Sale Price
25% Off
Chanel "Sea Urchins" Paris - Saint-Tropez Collection Gilded Metal Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Sublime CHANEL 'Sea Urchins' necklace in gilded metal.
Paris Saint-Tropez collection.
5 pieces in the shape of sea urchins with an iridescent color on the golden chain.
Necklace f...
Category
2010s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Hermes Brand new Silver 925 Brown Horn Argyle Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Hermes Brand new Silver 925 Brown Horn Argyle Necklace
*Marked Hermes and Ag925 Sterling Silver
*Made in Vietnam
*Comes with the original box, dustbag...
Category
Early 2000s Vietnamese Artisan Chanel Chain Necklaces
Vintage CHANEL 80
s Haute Couture Gold Magnifier Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
This scarce piece is a Vintage CHANEL gold plated necklace composed of double twisted chains. As a pendant, you will find a magnifier glass circled by another torsade. On the top of ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Victoire De Castelane for Chanel Necklace/Belt
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Victoire De Castelane for Chanel necklace/belt. In perfect condition, made in France. From the 70's with the Chanel CC charm.
Category
1970s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
CHANEL ruthenium chain and pearly beads belt-necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
2 in 1 : Chanel large matte ruthenium chain with pearls, can be worn as a necklace or a belt
Made in France
Condition: very good
Material: metal, pearly beads
Colors: silver, mother-...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Chanel Custom Gold Plated Flower Pendants Chain Short Necklace from 1980
s
By Chanel
Located in Central
Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel
Reference: JW390
Measurement of Necklace: 40cm
Material: Gilt Metal
Year: 1980’s
Made in France
Note: There is a bit of tarnish at the end of the Chanel logo
Please ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Chanel Custom Gold Plated Gilt Metal CC Logo Heart Long Necklace 95P, 1995
By Chanel
Located in Central
Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel
Reference: JW365
Total Length of Necklace: 58cm
Measurement of Chanel Logo: 4x4cm
Material: Gilt Metal
Year: 1995
Made in France
Please Note: the jewelries are guarant...
Category
1990s French Chanel Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Chanel chain necklaces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel chain necklaces available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gilt metal. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Chanel jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Chanel pearl chain necklaces, from our inventory of 9, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 242 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chain necklaces by and Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. Prices for Chanel chain necklaces can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $528 and tops out at $40,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $2,407.
Questions About Chanel Chain Necklaces
- 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.
- How much is a Chanel tote?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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 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 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.
- Is Chanel a luxury brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Do Chanel bags go up in value?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How much is a Chanel purse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
- When was Chanel founded?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Where are Chanel bags made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What does Chanel sell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Chanel sells a variety of items. The French luxury fashion house offers ready-to-wear apparel, shoes, jewelry, watches, eyewear, fragrances, cosmetics and skin care products. In addition, Chanel is well known for its small leather goods and bags, such as its iconic 2.55 Flap Bag. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories.
- What is a Chanel Reissue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Chanel Reissue 2.55 is the updated version of the classic Chanel 2.55 handbag. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s original design from 1955, the Reissue 2.55 was released in 2005 as a homage to the original. The reissued version is considered more modern in design with slight modifications in the lock, leather, handle and flaps. Shop a wide range of the Chanel classic 2.55 and the Reissue 2.55 on 1stDibs.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.
In addition to a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye.
Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.
Find vintage Chanel handbags, evening dresses, jackets and other clothing for sale on 1stDibs. - What is Chanel iridescent?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel iridescent is a type of material used by the French luxury fashion house Chanel to produce handbags and other accessories. It is a type of calfskin with a shimmery finish. You'll find a large collection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- Who is Chanel owned by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Where is Chanel manufactured?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is manufactured in a number of locations. The French luxury fashion house has factories in France, Italy and Spain. Their sunglasses come from a factory in Italy. You can find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Who is Coco Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Chanel in France in 1883, was a fashion designer who got her nickname during her short-lived career as a cabaret singer. In 1910, she opened a boutique in Paris to sell her hats, which were beloved by the popular French actresses of the era. Her success with hats led her to open the first Chanel Couture House five years later, where she designed and sold women’s sportswear made of jersey — which until then was used to make men’s underwear. Her revolutionary style catapulted her to fame, and in the decades that followed, Coco Chanel remained on the cutting edge of fashion, creating modern, timeless clothing, perfumes and accessories — and, of course, her iconic bags, which are revered to this day. Shop a collection of Chanel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who is the founder of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
- What is a Chanel Deauville?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The term Chanel Deauville refers to one of a number of bags produced by the French luxury fashion house Chanel. The most well known is the tote bag emblazoned with the Chanel logo. In addition, the brand produced backpacks, bowling bags and makeup bags with a similar logo design. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel Deauville bags.
- What is Chanel known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Chanel is known for its fashion accessories and trailblazing clothing designs, which first appeared in the early 1900s and promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel clothing, jewelry and accessories.
- Are Chanel bags heavy?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
- Can I scan a Chanel microchip?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023No, you can't scan a Chanel microchip on your own. The security feature uses proprietary coding technology that QR readers on mobile phones can't read. Only associates at Chanel boutiques have the equipment necessary to read the microchips. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, not all Chanel jackets have a chain, however, there are a few styles that do. These styles feature a chain as an ornamental detail or to help weigh down the jacket for a specific drape. Shop a collection of authentic Chanel jackets from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Do Chanel bags have names?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, Chanel bags have names. The brand's iconic flap bag is known as the Chanel 2.55, and the redesign of this bag created by Karl Lagerfeld is the Chanel Classic or Chanel 11.12. Names of other Chanel bags include the Boy, the Gabrielle, the Wallet on Chain and the Grand Shopping Tote or GST. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel bags.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate Chanel hardware, consider the weight. Real Chanel hardware is heavy solid metal. In fact, chain straps and fasteners were 24-karat gold until 2008. Flimsy lightweight metal or plastic is unlikely to be real. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted Chanel bags.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can order directly from the Chanel website. However, not all styles are available online, as some are exclusive to Chanel boutiques or certain authorized third-party brick-and-mortar retailers. You can also find Chanel apparel, bags, jewelry and accessories on a number of reputable online platforms. Shop a large collection of Chanel pieces on 1stDibs.
- Can you buy Chanel online?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024Yes, you can buy Chanel online. Not every Chanel product, however, is available through the brand's official website.
While Chanel fragrances can be purchased at the brand's site, Chanel clothing, bags and accessories are not available for purchase directly through the company online. Auction sites and luxury resale platforms sell both vintage and new Chanel bags and other items, but authenticity is always a concern when buying online, so it's important to purchase from a reputable seller that properly vets the origin and authenticity of your items.
An authentic Chanel bag sold online will never be cheap, but a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean it's the real thing. Find a collection of authentic Chanel evening dresses, tote bags and other pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs. - Does Chanel make heels?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, Chanel makes heels. In fact, the French luxury fashion house was the first to design two-tone heels. These groundbreaking pumps debuted in the 1960s and featured a black pointed contrast toe and stiletto heels that were just under 2 inches tall. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Chanel heels.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, Chanel does have a crossbody bag. In fact, part of the appeal of Chanel bags is that many of them are suitable for both on-shoulder and across-the-body wear. The Wallet on Chain in any size is a great example. The Mini and Small sizes of many iconic Chanel bags are also commonly worn crossbody. Examples include the Chanel Boy Bag, the Chanel Classic Flap and the Chanel 19. Shop a wide range of Chanel crossbody bags on 1stDibs.
- Does Chanel make bedding?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024Yes, Chanel has made bedding. Long after it established itself as a pioneering fashion label, the French luxury brand eventually expanded into home accessories and decor. Throw blankets, pillows and other goods for the home have been a part of its offerings over the years.
The legendary designer and entrepreneur Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel was very fond of well-appointed interiors. "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only," she said.
A private apartment for the designer that occupied a floor at 31 rue Cambon in Paris, the building that housed her first boutique, was home to decorative screens, bookshelves filled with books (Chanel was an avid reader), Louis XIV furniture, beige carpets and a sofa of her own design.
A home built by architect Robert Streitz called La Pausa, located in a sizable detached villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, was designed by Chanel and based on the convent-orphanage she lived in as a child. Chanel also created the interiors, reportedly with support from celebrated French designer Stéphane Boudin of Maison Jansen.
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