Chanel totes

With its polished yet relaxed appeal, the Chanel tote has become a staple of the modern wardrobe. The house’s first totes debuted in the 1990s under Karl Lagerfeld, with the Grand Shopping Tote and Petite Shopping Tote — coveted for their spacious interiors, elegant quilting and structured silhouettes.

Launched in 2012, the Deauville Tote offered a more relaxed aesthetic, utilising canvas fabric and a slouchy shape. Limited editions — such as the Graffiti Tote (2014) — remain highly sought-after, reinforcing Chanel’s signature style of elegance and everyday function.

AN ECRU PATENT LEATHER TOTE BAG

LABELED 'CHANEL', CIRCA 1991-1994

AN ECRU LEATHER TOTE BAG

LABELED 'CHANEL', PROBABLY 1980S-1990S

A BEIGE LEATHER TOTE BAG

CHANEL, 2006-08