The best vintage Chanel sunglasses to buy

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Iconic statement

Iconic statement

Iconic statement

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Any true Chanel collector will instantly recognise these iconic frames, first seen on the spring/summer 1993 runway – and worn by the likes of Rihanna since.

Extremely rare and equally covetable, these white acetate frames will make a serious statement, however you choose to style them.

Y2K style

Y2K style

Y2K style

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Nothing says Noughties quite like a pair of rimless sunglasses. These CC-stamped frames come with peachy orange lenses and encapsulate the Y2K look to perfection.

Sleek silhouette

Sleek silhouette

Sleek silhouette

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Channel the likes of Bella Hadid by investing in a pair of vintage, slim-lens sunglasses. This Chanel design features thick black lucite rims with burgundy accents, and the iconic house logo at the front of the temples.

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Chanel Neon accents

Neon accents

Chanel Neon accents

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For those who want something truly unique, these Noughties goggle-style glasses will fit the bill. Between the sculpted lenses and the neon-green logos, they'll bring new edge to daytime looks.

Floral-inspired

Floral-inspired

Floral-inspired

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A rare monochrome design from the 1990s, these scalloped-edge, round framed glasses will add a retro vibe to any outfit. Pair with jeans, a simple tee and sandals or edge-up a floral dress by accessorising with the iconic design.

Chain detailing

Chain detailing

Chain detailing

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This striking visor design has been worn by so many celebrities, from Rihanna to Lady Gaga via at-least one Kardashian, so you'd be forgiven for mistaking them for a recent piece. In fact, they're an archival find from the 90's, and remain every bit as covetable today.

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Red acetate

Red acetate

Red acetate

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Another Noughties classic, these red acetate frames are studded with diamante logos along the arms. Sweep your hair back to show them off to full effect.

Pearl frames

Pearl frames

Pearl frames

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These 1994 glasses are a piece of Chanel history and an investment worth making. They'll look as good by the pool paired with a bikini as they would with a jeans and a shirt in the city.

Love hearts

Love hearts

Love hearts

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These rounded-square sunglasses will flatter any face shape – and the heart-encased logos are a sweet finishing detail.

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Quilted arms

Quilted arms

Quilted arms

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It can be tempting to go for an out-there design when purchasing designer, but if you're more of a minimalist a classic black pair will pay dividends. With quilted arms and gold-metal embellishments, these are wearable yet statement-making.

Logomania

Logomania

Logomania

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A truly classic Chanel design, these glossy black acetate frames feature the brand's gilded logo at the temples, as well as printed around the lenses. We've also found them in white.

Pink lenses

Pink lenses

Pink lenses

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Another design from the 1990s, these rhinestone-embellished frames are gloriously decorative and come complete with a nostalgic pink tinted lens. Note the giveaway logos on the arms.

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