Lisa Santandrea

How to Spot a Fake Diamond

How to Spot a Fake Diamond

When only the real thing will do, here are some ways to determine whether that sparkler is an authentic diamond.
How to Spot a Fake Gucci Bag

How to Spot a Fake Gucci Bag

Distinguishing an authentic Gucci bag from a counterfeit can be daunting. This guide combines our expert insights with tips on how to authenticate Gucci handbags. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every Gucci seller is highly vetted.
How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bracelet

How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bracelet

This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
How to Spot a Fake Hermès Birkin Bag

How to Spot a Fake Hermès Birkin Bag

The iconic Birkin bag is much coveted — and often copied. Find out how to tell the real deal from a convincing fake. Of course, you don't have to worry about this on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
How to Spot a Fake KAWS Figure

How to Spot a Fake KAWS Figure

KAWS art toys have developed an avid audience in recent decades, and as in any robust collectible market, counterfeiters have followed the mania. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
How to Spot a Fake Louis Vuitton

How to Spot a Fake Louis Vuitton

What are the telltale signs that you're holding a real Louis Vuitton and not a knockoff? We spoke with expert Diane D’Amato to find out. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
This Hermès Baseball Bag Is, Ahem, a Home Run

This Hermès Baseball Bag Is, Ahem, a Home Run

The beloved Bolide, one of the luxury house’s classic travel pieces, gets a playful spin in this 2018 special edition.
With a Wink, Karl Lagerfeld Sent This Egg-Carton-Shaped Chanel Bag Down the Runway

With a Wink, Karl Lagerfeld Sent This Egg-Carton-Shaped Chanel Bag Down the Runway

For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
Vivienne Westwood’s Punk Spirit Lives On in This ’90s Tartan Ensemble

Vivienne Westwood’s Punk Spirit Lives On in This ’90s Tartan Ensemble

The shorts suit in a mash-up of patterns with an asymmetrical cut speaks to the designer’s rebellious spirit.
How Do You Authenticate and Care for an Yves Saint Laurent Handbag?

How Do You Authenticate and Care for an Yves Saint Laurent Handbag?

When it comes to the legendary French design house, there is no substitute for true craftsmanship. Xupes shows us how to spot it.
The Fendi Baguette Is an ‘It’ Bag Again, 25 Years After Its Introduction

The Fendi Baguette Is an ‘It’ Bag Again, 25 Years After Its Introduction

Iconic Italian fashion houses Fendi and Versace teamed up on this delightfully outrageous Fendace reimagining.
Madonna Wore the Same Plunging Azzedine Alaïa Design on the Cover of ‘Cosmo’ in 1987

Madonna Wore the Same Plunging Azzedine Alaïa Design on the Cover of ‘Cosmo’ in 1987

The gold silk stunner was part of a knockout collection that changed the trajectory of Alaïa's then-troubled brand.
Style Inspiration from the Most Fashionable Movies

Style Inspiration from the Most Fashionable Movies

Discover four films whose aesthetics continue to inspire designers and fashion lovers.
A Chanel Wicker Handbag Gives Impossibly Chic Picnic Vibes

A Chanel Wicker Handbag Gives Impossibly Chic Picnic Vibes

Only Chanel could elevate humble materials like denim and wicker to icon-level status.
This Versace Minidress Is the Epitome of Y2K Red-Carpet Style

This Versace Minidress Is the Epitome of Y2K Red-Carpet Style

Ready to party? So is this dress.
This Comme des Garçons Runway Gown Features the Work of 10 Artists

This Comme des Garçons Runway Gown Features the Work of 10 Artists

The standout look, from a collection that left fashion critics breathless, has us mesmerized.
How to Create Bespoke Jewelry for Mother’s Day

How to Create Bespoke Jewelry for Mother’s Day

A one-of-a-kind piece is the ultimate gift — and designing a custom jewel is easier than you might think.
A Sparkling Clutch That Would Shine on the Red Carpet

A Sparkling Clutch That Would Shine on the Red Carpet

Tyler Ellis's handbags are celebrity favorites, and the Perry is particularly award-worthy.
These Custom and Rare Birkin Bags Are a Collector’s Dream

These Custom and Rare Birkin Bags Are a Collector’s Dream

An Hermès Birkin might be on many fashion lovers' wish lists, but to the hardcore collector, one is never enough. For every kind of Birkin-phile, we present some of the most exclusive bags from our discerning dealers.
Bob Mackie’s Bedazzled Ensembles for Sonny and Cher Are Solid Gold ’70s Magic

Bob Mackie’s Bedazzled Ensembles for Sonny and Cher Are Solid Gold ’70s Magic

Designed for a duo that was never lacking in glamour, these costumes are a fashion collector’s dream.
This Versace Chain-Mail Dress Is Fiercely Sexy

This Versace Chain-Mail Dress Is Fiercely Sexy

In a nod to her brother's final collection, Donatella Versace honored his legacy with this glamorous and surprisingly wearable design.
‘House of Gucci’ Prompted Us to Unlock the Mysteries behind the Brand’s Famous Monogram and Stripes

‘House of Gucci’ Prompted Us to Unlock the Mysteries behind the Brand’s Famous Monogram and Stripes

From the trademark GG logo to the brand's iconic loafers, we delved into the stories behind the Italian fashion house's most beloved symbols and items.
Inside Louis Vuitton’s Most Popular Handbag Collaborations

Inside Louis Vuitton’s Most Popular Handbag Collaborations

The venerable brand has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for partnerships that meld fashion with art.
Why Strong, Edgy Jewelry Is Popular Right Now

Why Strong, Edgy Jewelry Is Popular Right Now

When fine jewelry goes beyond the purely decorative, influences range from joyful sensuality to the gritty appeal of New York City.
Chanel’s Boy Brick Lego Bag Transforms a Barcode into Art

Chanel’s Boy Brick Lego Bag Transforms a Barcode into Art

In the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, even running errands became a chic exercise.
How to Spot a Fake Patek Philippe Watch

How to Spot a Fake Patek Philippe Watch

We share experts’ tips for confirming that the Patek timepiece you’re poised to swoop in on is the real deal.
14 Ways to Spot a Fake Chanel Bag

14 Ways to Spot a Fake Chanel Bag

How do you tell if a Chanel purse is a knockoff or the real deal? We spoke with handbag experts Alexa Ridolfi and Gerry Gallagher about how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
How to Spot Fake Ray-Ban Sunglasses

How to Spot Fake Ray-Ban Sunglasses

Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers of Ray-Bans are highly vetted.
Too Soon for the Return of ’90s Fashion? As If

Too Soon for the Return of ’90s Fashion? As If

There's a renewed appreciation for the era's aesthetic, perhaps most notably among millennials seeking authentic, easy style.
KAWS Is Having a Major Effect on Popular Culture, Whether on the Street or in Museums

KAWS Is Having a Major Effect on Popular Culture, Whether on the Street or in Museums

From graffiti tagger to hypebeast obsession to auction hero — we chart the artist’s rise and his widening influence.
After Centuries, the Kimono’s Influence on Fashion Is Still Strong

After Centuries, the Kimono’s Influence on Fashion Is Still Strong

We talked to museum curators and fashion experts to find out how and why the kimono has remained endlessly fascinating for more than 1,000 years.
7 Fashion and Jewelry Trends on our Radar This Fall

7 Fashion and Jewelry Trends on our Radar This Fall

Discover why insect-inspired jewels, statement-making rings and the work of trailblazing designer Jean Paul Gaultier are among the season's top looks, then shop for your favorites.
10 Fashion Pieces Coveted by Collectors

10 Fashion Pieces Coveted by Collectors

Insiders weigh in on why these items are so sought-after by savvy shoppers.
How to Identify Real Capodimonte Porcelain

How to Identify Real Capodimonte Porcelain

Early examples by the Italian manufacturer can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm.
Why the Hermès Birkin Bag Is a Surprisingly Savvy Investment

Why the Hermès Birkin Bag Is a Surprisingly Savvy Investment

More than a fashion statement, this iconic style continually appreciates in value.
How the Chanel Jacket Forever Changed What Women Wear

How the Chanel Jacket Forever Changed What Women Wear

The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
The Personal Luxury Goods Market amid COVID-19

The Personal Luxury Goods Market amid COVID-19

1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.
Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair Scrambled the Idea of What a Wingback Could Be

Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair Scrambled the Idea of What a Wingback Could Be

The curvaceous Egg was designed to cradle the body and offer privacy. Later, it became the seat of choice for bosses in movies, too.
How to Spot a Real Hermès Kelly Bag

How to Spot a Real Hermès Kelly Bag

A symbol of luxury and elegance, the design has a storied past and a legion of devoted collectors.
Discovering Richard Avedon’s America

Discovering Richard Avedon’s America

The famed photographer deftly captured the human condition through his black-and-white portraits of 20th-century Americans, at the Guild Hall Museum.
How Tziporah Salamon Got Her Truly Unique Fashion Sense

How Tziporah Salamon Got Her Truly Unique Fashion Sense

Fashionable Quiz: Yohji Yamamoto

Fashionable Quiz: Yohji Yamamoto

Fashionable Quiz: Jean-Paul Gaultier

Fashionable Quiz: Jean-Paul Gaultier

Fashionable Quiz: Elsa Schiaparelli

Fashionable Quiz: Elsa Schiaparelli

Fashionable Quiz: Comme des Garçons

Fashionable Quiz: Comme des Garçons

How Well Do You REALLY Know Christian Dior?

How Well Do You REALLY Know Christian Dior?

Test your understanding of the man behind the legendary French fashion house with our 13-question quiz.
Fashionable Quiz: Yves Saint Laurent

Fashionable Quiz: Yves Saint Laurent