Vintage Chanel New Travel Line Tote c. 2003 Black Gold

Early 2000s Paris: nylon panels in matte black, tailored into the crisp silhouette of a Chanel tote, accented by gold-tone hardware and smooth black leather handles. Subtle and utilitarian, the New Travel Line’s surface is unmarked by logo or print, its presence defined instead by construction—rectilinear form, reinforced corners, and the quiet weight of round gold-tone feet, each one incised with the Chanel name.

The bag is structured for everyday use, with dual rolled leather handles for hand carry and a detachable leather strap to sling over the shoulder. The top closes with a gold-tone zipper, opening to a black fabric lining fitted with a zipped pocket and two slip compartments. No accessories are included.

The date code inside places this in 2003–2004, during Karl Lagerfeld’s long tenure at the house—a period when the Travel Line’s pared-back nylon and engraved gold-tone hardware set a new, unembellished direction for Chanel’s luggage and city bags. Very good condition with only minimal wear at the handles; structure and finish remain sharp.

Condition: Very Good — minimal wear to the leather handles
Material: Black nylon with black leather trim, gold-tone hardware
Colour: Black nylon exterior with black leather handles and trim, gold-tone hardware and zipper, black fabric lining
Dimensions: W 42 × H 25 × D 13.5 cm
Serial: 8539785
Made in: France