Vintage Chanel Bags

If you were to list all the reasons you love Chanel bags, their timeless style and extraordinary craftsmanship would surely top your list. These same qualities make vintage Chanel bags so highly coveted. The exceptional quality of materials and artisanship ensures these bags continue to look magnificent, and the enduring elegance of their design makes them appear fresh and on trend. 

The strong market for vintage Chanel bags is a testament to the timeless style and meticulous quality construction of these magnificent bags. There is also a sweet nostalgia in some of the designs of yesteryear. The Chanel vanity case, for instance, is surging in popularity, with fun heart and circle shapes as well as classic styles. And collectors love the inimitable presence Karl Lagerfeld introduced to the line, from toolbox inspirations with wood top handles to leather shopping totes quilted in the shape of the iconic double C Chanel logo. Needless to say, every Chanel bag reflects the exquisiteness of the brand.

Some collectors seek Chanel bags that are no longer produced and quite rare, such as those in bright hues, known as the Barbie Collection. Others want the bags with 24-karat gold plated hardware, which was replaced by gold-tone metal plated hardware in 2008.

Most vintage Chanel bags are preloved, so just imagine the stories they could tell! 

Vintage Chanel Bags for Sale

All our Chanel vintage handbags are rigorously inspected and authenticated. All our Chanel vintage bags are in stock and ready to be shipped within one to two business days.

Embrace the glamour of Chanel vintage handbags. Coco Chanel loved nothing more than a chic, minimalist suit or LBD enhanced with sumptuous accessories like fun and fabulous Chanel jewelry or a striking handbag. So channel your inner fashionista and complete your look with the charm and allure of vintage Chanel bags. A vintage jewel clutch bedecked with large, diamond-like crystals is lovely for cocktails and also wakes up an ensemble of ripped jeans and boots with that perfect touch of whimsy.

Vintage Chanel Bags FAQs

Let’s answer some of your most frequently asked questions about vintage Chanel purses and handbags.

What qualifies as vintage Chanel bags?

Any Chanel bag that is at least 15 years old qualifies as a vintage Chanel bag. Used bags released since the early 2000s are considered pre-owned. 

How can you tell if a vintage Chanel bag is real?

Chanel bags are prized for their luxury materials and meticulous artisanship, and these qualities are vital to authenticating vintage Chanel bags. Pay close attention to the quality of the leather, the double, interlocking C Chanel logo, the stitch quality, and the perfection of the quilting. A genuine quilted Chanel bag like the Classic Flap Bag or the Boy Bag will have perfect quilting, with stitches lining up across pockets to match the bag’s stitching. The diamonds should be pleasingly plump and complete across the bag’s front. 

Do vintage Chanel bags have serial numbers?

All genuine Chanel bags produced from 1986 included a coded serial number when they are released. Unfortunately, prior to 2000, the serial numbers were not protected, and many vintage Chanel bags are missing their serial number stickers. Expert Chanel authenticators focus on the quality and style of the materials and artisanship with which the bags are made to determine a Chanel bag’s authenticity.