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Marni Tote

MARNI rust red leather TANGRAM Shopper Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Marni hobo tote shoulder bag in rust lambskin and black painted edges. Unlined
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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

MARNI black shearling lined top handle crossbody soft tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI black shearling lined top handle crossbody soft tote bag Reference: CELG/A00050 Brand
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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

MARNI brown latex PVC gold stud leather trim metal frame tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI brown latex PVC gold stud leather trim metal frame tote bag Reference: CELG/A00039 Brand
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2010s Evening Bags and Minaudières

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By Whiting & Davis
Located in Tucson, AZ
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Chanel 2012 Classic Flap Limited Edition Beige & Black Raffia Straw Canvas Bag
By Chanel
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Chanel 2009 Organic Raffia Camelia Limited Edition Tote Beige Rope Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Large Chanel organic raffia rope and tweed tote with camelia flower Year 2009 Gold hardware Large hanging CC charm Interwoven rope and tweed chain Interior black nylon lining Inter...
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Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black glass carnival bead triangular box purse. It has a twisted top handle, gold metal ball clasp closure, elaborate gold metal filigree frame and silk lining with 2 inn...
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Cowhide Handbag with Bakelite Clasp
Located in Alford, MA
1960s chic and roomy double-handled handbag with gold metal frame and Bakelite clasp. Interior is ivory leather with side compartments and change purse. Unmarked, but probably made i...
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Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Python Handbag Circa 1980
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
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Chanel Black and Grey Portobello Tote
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Black and Grey Leather Portobello Tote in very good condition. Distressed quilted black leather with grey shimmery soft calfskin leather top trimmed with double handles and wo...
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Sleek Ebony Alligator Vintage Handbag c 1950s
Located in University City, MO
Sleek ebony alligator vintage handbag c 1950s The elegant retro handbag is designed with black dyed leather alligator skin The art deco orb clasp mechanism is gilt metal accented w...
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Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very fine and detailed large micro beaded bag, with exquisite detail and nuanced colouring, still fresh and intact. Gently gleaming with a sumptuous array of colours, the bag has a...
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1950's Lucite Handbag by Majestic
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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MARNI taupe beige leather Shoulder Bag
By Marni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Marni tote bag in taupe leather (100%) featuring gold-hardware. Comes with an
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Marni Navy Blue/Brown Knit Fabric Medium Shopper Tote
By Marni
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Created from high-quality materials, this tote is enriched with functional and classic elements. It
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MARNI Solid Brown Soft Leather Oversized Hobo Shoulder Bag
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
MARNI oversized hobo slouch bag comes in soft brown leather with a snap closure top and beige
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MARNI black leather MUSEO MICRO Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Marni Museo Micro tote bag in black leather with green edges. Comes with a
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MARNI rust brown leather Shopper Tote Shoulder Bag
By Marni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Marni hobo tote shoulder bag in rust lambskin and black painted edges. Unlined
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MARNI grey perforated heavy wool felt asymmetric tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI grey perforated heavy wool felt asymmetric tote bag Reference: CELG/A00021 Brand: Marni
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2010s Evening Bags and Minaudières

MARNI green saffiano leather top zip asymmetric structured tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI green saffiano leather top zip asymmetric structured tote bag Reference: CELG/A00012 Brand
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MARNI black shearling lined top handle crossbody soft tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

MARNI brown curly shearling fur black leather trim tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI brown curly shearling fur black leather trim tote bag Reference: CELG/A00043 Brand: Marni
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MARNI brown curly shearling fur black leather trim tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI brown curly shearling fur black leather trim tote bag Reference: CELG/A00043 Brand: Marni
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MARNI green saffiano leather top zip asymmetric structured tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI green saffiano leather top zip asymmetric structured tote bag Reference: CELG/A00012 Brand
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MARNI green saffiano leather top zip asymmetric structured tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI green saffiano leather top zip asymmetric structured tote bag Reference: CELG/A00012 Brand
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MARNI pink yellow green leather TRICOLOR MUSEO SMALL TOTE Bag
By Marni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Marni Museo Small tote bag in tricolor pale rose, pale yellow and olive green
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MARNI brown latex PVC gold stud leather trim metal frame tote bag
By Marni
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MARNI brown perforated leather black handle carryall satchel bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
: Marni Model: Perforated leather tote Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip
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MARNI brown perforated leather black handle carryall satchel bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
: Marni Model: Perforated leather tote Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip
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MARNI pink nude black gold clasp lock colorblock structured leather bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Brand: Marni Model: Colorblock leather tote Material: Leather Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Closure
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MARNI pink nude black gold clasp lock colorblock structured leather bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Brand: Marni Model: Colorblock leather tote Material: Leather Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Closure
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MARNI Black Patent Coated Textured Brown Leather Strap Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
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MARNI grey perforated heavy wool felt asymmetric tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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MARNI watercolor canvas shoulder chain line zip tote bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI watercolor canvas shoulder chain line zip tote bag Brand: Marni Material: Canvas Color
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2000s Marni Vintage ivory cotton tote bag with brown details
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Ivory cotton Marni tote bag with brown leather handles and shoulder strap. Nylon lining and one
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2000s Marni Beige Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni Tote bag beige leather with handles of the same color, silver-plated double-slider zip
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Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

2000s Marni Beige Leather Tote Bag
2000s Marni Beige Leather Tote Bag
H 11.03 in W 14.57 in D 4.93 in
2000s Marni Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni white leather tote bag with singular handle. The product shows some stains and signs on the
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2010s Marni Two-Tone Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
A.N.G.E.L.O. Vintage - ITALY Marni military green quilted nylon tote bag with dark gray wool blend
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MARNI x PORTER Black Nylon Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Toronto, ON
Marni x Porter black nylon tote bag. Yellow and dark taupe handles. Excellent new without tags
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2000s Marni Maxi Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The Marni black patent leather large tote bag features two handles and a removable and adjustable
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2000s Marni Maxi Tote Bag
2000s Marni Maxi Tote Bag
H 18.12 in W 20.08 in
2000s Marni Vintage brown openwork leather tote bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Brown openwork leather Marni bag. Removable shoulder strap and handle, gold-tone hardware and press
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2000s Marni Vintage brown openwork leather tote bag
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Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Brown openwork leather Marni bag. Removable shoulder strap and handle, gold-tone hardware and press
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2000s Marni Black Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The stylish Marni black leather tote bag features decorative curliness details on both sides and
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2000s Marni Black Leather Tote Bag
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H 19.69 in W 14.97 in D 10.24 in
2000s Marni Perforated Brown Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni soft brown leather shoulder bag, trapezoid-shaped and perforated, has a removable brown
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2000s Marni Perforated Brown Leather Tote Bag
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H 9.45 in W 16.54 in D 8.67 in
2000s Marni Brown Leather Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
A.N.G.E.L.O. Vintage - ITALY Marni brown leather handbag with black finished edges. Draped design
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2000s Marni Brown Leather Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
A.N.G.E.L.O. Vintage - ITALY Marni brown leather handbag with black finished edges. Draped design
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By Marni
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Marni Fold Handle Bag Color Block Leather depicts the brand's unique and modern
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Located in London, GB
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Recent Marni shopping bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The recent leather shopping bag by Marni, is made in Italy. In beige color and with black leather
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Recent Marni shopping bag
Recent Marni shopping bag
H 12.21 in D 6.3 in L 19.69 in
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By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni taupe suede shoulder bag with painted floral fantasy. Zip fastening. Nylon lining and two
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2000s Marni Grey Python Skin HandBag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni grey genuine python skin handbag, with brown leather handle adjustable with buckles, two
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2000s Marni Brown Python Skin HandBag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni brown genuine python skin handbag, with black gros grain covered edges, black leather handle
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MARNI Beige Leather Shopping Tote
By Marni
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
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2009s Marni Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The stylish Marni 2009s dove color nappa leather tote bag features white edges and two practical
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2009s Marni Leather Tote Bag
2009s Marni Leather Tote Bag
H 14.57 in W 19.3 in D 5.12 in
2009s Marni Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The stylish Marni 2009s dove color nappa leather tote bag features white edges and two practical
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

2009s Marni Leather Tote Bag
2009s Marni Leather Tote Bag
H 14.57 in W 19.3 in D 5.12 in
2000s Marni Grey Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni grey leather tote bag with handle, press stud fastening, outer flap pocket with turnstile
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2000s Marni Grey Leather Tote Bag
2000s Marni Grey Leather Tote Bag
H 13.39 in W 11.42 in D 4.93 in
2000s Marni Blue Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The Marni blue soft real leather tote bag features a silver metal zip fastening and two leather
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2000s Marni Blue Leather Tote Bag
2000s Marni Blue Leather Tote Bag
H 15.75 in W 18.51 in D 6.7 in
2000s Marni White Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The elegant Marni white leather handbag features two handles with buckles, a zip fastening, silver
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

2000s Marni White Leather Tote Bag
2000s Marni White Leather Tote Bag
H 9.45 in W 13.39 in D 1.97 in
2000s Marni Blue Cotton Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The Marni blue cotton bag with brown leather inserts features an adjustable handle with metal
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2000s Marni Blue Cotton Tote Bag
2000s Marni Blue Cotton Tote Bag
H 15.36 in W 17.33 in D 4.73 in
2000s Marni Brown Genuine Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The 2000s Marni brown leather tote bag features two handles, a silver-tone zip fastening and
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2000s Marni Blue Nappa Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The original Marni blue nappa leather design tote bag features a black leather handle and a
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

2000s Marni Blue Cotton Tote Bag with Brown leather details
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni blu and brown bag. Cotton and leather inserts. Adjustable handle with metal buckle. Zip
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2000s Marni Blue Cotton Tote Bag with Brown leather details
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni blu and brown bag. Cotton and leather inserts. Adjustable handle with metal buckle. Zip
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Marni Lavender Hobo Bag
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
perfect for toting around all your belongings and the roomy interior should have no problem fitting them
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Marni Lavender Hobo Bag
Marni Lavender Hobo Bag
H 18 in W 8 in L 19 in
Marni Brown and Purple Purse
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
toting to work. When you need more space or just want a pop of color, all you have to do is unzip and
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Marni Brown and Purple Purse
Marni Brown and Purple Purse
H 15.5 in W 9 in L 22 in
2000s Marni Leather Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The 2000s Marni brown leather tote bag features two handles, a silver-tone zip fastening and
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

2000s Marni Leather Bag
2000s Marni Leather Bag
H 12.6 in W 17.72 in
2000s Marni Black Leather Tote Bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The stylish Marni black leather tote bag features decorative curliness details on both sides and
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2000s Marni Black Leather Tote Bag
2000s Marni Black Leather Tote Bag
H 19.69 in W 14.97 in D 10.24 in
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Marni Tote For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary marni tote you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Gray and more. Finding a marni tote for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Marni Tote?

On average, a marni tote on 1stDibs sells for $433, while they’re typically $148 on the low end and $990 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

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From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.

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