Chanel

Chanel can easily be described as the epitome of Parisian chic and timeless French glamour. The house was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel, a couturière who completely reinvited the way women dress. Inspired by sailor’s uniforms, Chanel introduced the feminine wide-leg pant, freeing women of the confines of tailored dresses and cinched waistlines. In the ‘50s and ‘60s, the label’s tweed suit and pearl earrings became the preferred uniform — an iconic look to this day. The brand is identified immediately by the signature interlocking C’s found on its highly coveted vintage handbag collections introduced by the house’s late designer Karl Lagerfeld. Ranking near the top of the list of the world’s most sought-after leather handbags are Chanel’s quilted Boy Bag and Classic Flap Bag.