Chanel

The house

Founded in Paris in 1910 by Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, the house rewrote what luxury could look like — jersey instead of corsetry, quilted leather instead of ornament. The Classic Flap, introduced in 1955, remains one of the most collected objects in fashion.

Why collectors love it

Chanel appreciates. Quilting, chain hardware and lambskin are produced to a standard that holds its value on the resale market better than almost any other house.

• Classic Flap
• Boy Bag
• 19 Bag
• Coco Handle