Since 1883

Chanel

Chanel has defined luxury trends for over 100 years
and has always been a pioneer of modernity.

Since 1883, Chanel has constantly reinvented itself,
embracing innovation and challenging existing boundaries through creativity.

Today, it remains true to the spirit of its founder, Gabrielle Chanel,
who invented true “liberation” through bags and accessories that
are as creative as they are elegant and practical.

2024 workshop

At the atelier
workshop

The CHANEL Fashion Workshop brings together
hundreds of embroiderers, feather artisans,
accessory artisans, goldsmiths, pleators, shoemakers,
milliners, glovemakers, tanners and leather craftsmen.

Craftsmen are adding craftsmanship with excellent hands to each collection,
and the Métiers d'art collection, which began in 2002, is a stage to showcase
the technical skills of craftsmen at their peak.
  • Are you passionate about small treasures or great wonders,
    obsessed with thebeautiful and bizarre, a cautious or eccentric fan?

    View artisan editions from the 1800s. Check out the works that capture their passion now.
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  • Atelier

    Lemarié

    Feather worker since 1880, flower maker, pleater, couture expert and textile ennoblisher
    Since the 1960s, CHANEL’s emblematic camellias – like all of Lemarié’s floral ornaments
    have been hand assembled petal by petal.
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  • Atelier

    Massaro

    Shoemaker since 1894 From carving the last to sewing the upper to the sole, the shoes by Massaro
    for CHANEL are entirely handmade, in a perpetual search for elegance and comfort.
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  • Atelier

    Lesage

    Embroiderer since 1924 and tweed maker A creative legend which has collaborated
    with the greatest couturiers, Lesage designs and embroiders sumptuous patterns.
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  • Atelier

    Desrues

    Parurier d'art since 1929
    Founded by Georges Desrues in 1929, every season the parurier d’art Desrues crafts buttons, jewellery, belt buckles as well as handbag clasps for fashion’s biggest houses.
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  • Maison

    Michel

    Hatter and milliner since 1936
    Heir to a savoir-faire established in Paris since the 14th century,
    Maison Michel preserves and hands down the secrets of hat making.
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  • Atelier

    Montex

    Embroiderer since 1939
    Combining ancestral traditions with contemporary creation,
    this is the magic of the Montex embroidery atelier.
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  • Atelier

    Goossens

    Goldsmith since 1950
    Precise gestures, meticulous workmanship, accurate proportions, perfecting the object...
    Robert Goossens’ technical skills evolved between sculpture and goldsmithing.
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  • Atelier

    Paloma

    Atelier flou since 1982
    Created in 1982 and integrated into the Fashion Métiers d'art in 2011, the Paloma atelier excels in the art of flou and its artisans render silk, organza, gauze and fine crêpe sublime at the heart of its ateliers.
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  • Essential

    Iconic
    item

    Discover the featured creations of the collection.

    To find out more about the bag, do not hesitate to contact a Client Advisor or reserve a shopping appointment.

    The handbags created by Gabrielle Chanel defined the unique aesthetic of the CHANEL house.

    The quilted leather and chain strap are eye-catching, while the Mademoiselle turnlock closure and double C' turnlock closure complete the iconic handbag.
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The founder

Gabrielle
Bonheur
Chanel

"May my legend prosper and thrive. I wish it a long and happy life!"*
*The Allure of Chanel by Paul Morand, Hermann, 1996 © Man Ray Trust / ADAGP Paris 2016

Gabrielle Chanel lived her life as she alone intended.
The trials of a childhood as an orphan and the successes of an accomplished businesswoman
gave birth to an extraordinary character; daring, free, and ahead of her time

Faithful friendships and passionate love affairs, as well as a thirst
for culture,discovery and travel helped shaped her personality.

A wardrobe freed from constraints and superfluity,
tweaked with masculine accents, created a visionary allure
that has become timeless and yet wildly modern.

Pearls and diamonds casually paired with iconic perfumes have created a signature style...

That of an avant-garde woman, a pioneer whose lifestyle
and multiple facets forged the values of the House she founded,
and who remains an inspiration for all women.
  • In 1930, Chanel appeared in public again, wearing trousers
    and a sailor shirt, with her short hair blowing in the wind.

    For a long time, Gabrielle Chanel attempted something special that no one had attempted before.

    One day in 1920, she and Misia Sert were spending leisurely time tanning on the warm sunny Lido Beach in Venice. After immersing herself in outdoor sports and leisure activities such as golf, skiing, sailing, and fishing for a long time, she was able to realize what true happiness is.

    Prior to this, in 1906, under the influence of Étienne Balsan, he opened his eyes to horseback riding, and later became deeply interested in horseback riding along with Boy Capel, the Duke of Westminster, who was a natural polo player.

    Gabrielle Chanel's connection with sports led to the creation of a collection that laid the foundation for today's sportswear, although she did not call it 'sportswear' at the time.

    "I made sports dresses for myself, not because other women played sports, but because I loved sports. I didn't go outdoors to design the clothes.
    I came up with the clothes while I was outdoors. In this moment. , It was to enjoy life the way I wanted."*

    * The Allure of Chanel, Paul Morand, 1976, Hermann, www.editions-hermann.fr.
    Gabrielle Chanel and her dog at the villa La Pauja, 1930 © All rights reserved
  • Gabrielle Chanel is born.
    Gabrielle Chanel was born on August 19, 1883 in Saumur, France, and her zodiac sign is Leo.

    1883

  • At the request of Gabrielle Chanel, perfumer Ernest Beaux created N°5. It announced the birth of “a perfume symbolizing women.”

    1921

  • During World War II, Chanel closed its couture house, leaving behind only the “31” boutique, which sold perfumes and accessories.

    1939

  • 1910

    “Chanel Mode” opened.
    Open a hat boutique. Her hat was sensationally popular among famous actresses of the time.

  • 1931

    Participated in costume production for films such as ‘Tonight Or Never (1931)’
    and ‘The Greeks Had a Word for Them (1932)’
  • Celebrities who love Chanel
    The greatest celebrities of the time, including Elizabeth Taylor, Jane Fonda, Jackie Kennedy, Romy Schneider, and Jeanne Moreau, compete to wear Chanel's creations.

    1960

  • KARL LAGERFELD joins.
    He revitalized the Cruise collection, introduced Métiers d’art and pre-collections, restored haute couture to its former glory, and created the Chanel ready-to-wear collection that we remember today.

    1983

  • 1952

    On April 7, 1952, when asked by a reporter, “What kind of clothes do you wear when you go to bed?”, Marilyn Monroe responded, “Chanel No. “I wear 5,” he answered.

  • 1970

    Launch of Chanel N°19, whose name comes from Gabrielle Chanel's birthday, August 19th.
    The green floral scent has a powdery scent with strong floral notes of iris.
  • We are launching the J12 Watch, Chanel's first sports watch and iconic black ceramic material.

    2000

  • For the first time, we are unveiling TWEED DE CHANEL, Chanel's tweed-themed high jewelry collection.

    2020

  • 1990

    Egoist perfume launched.
    The advertising video shot by Jean-Paul Goude
    won the Golden Lion Award at the 37th International
    Advertising Festival held in Cannes.
  • Unveils PLUMES DE CHANEL, Chanel's feather-themed
    high jewelry collection for the first time.

    2010

Climate Plan

Our
sustainability

"I want to be a part of what is to come."

  -Gabrielle Chanel

      • Minji

        • The birth of a new CHANEL girl! NewJeans Minji NewJeans member Minji is an ambassador for the luxury brand Chanel beauty.

      • Kim Goeun

        • She contributes to building Chanel's elegant beauty brand image.May luck and opportunities come to Goeun, Selected as Chanel Ambassador Sweet like Chanel's 'Chance' scent!

      • Jennie

        • The meeting between Jenny and Chanel becomes even more exciting.
          Discover a look that makes you feel comfortable, confident, colorful, and stand out as you are.

  • Global brand

    Ambassador

    The following are famous Chanel ambassadors.

    Chanel has a long history of collaborating with celebrities, artists, and influencers
    as brand ambassadors to promote its products and embody brand values.

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