1930's ROYAL/GUNMETAL BEADED PURSE
Located in Alford, MA
Beaded pouch purse in royal blue beads with loop beaded fringe and overlay beading in gunmetal
1930's ROYAL/GUNMETAL BEADED PURSE
Located in Alford, MA
Beaded pouch purse in royal blue beads with loop beaded fringe and overlay beading in gunmetal
1930's Hattie Carnegie Black Oversized Bugle Beaded Clutch
By Hattie Carnegie, Hattie Carnegie
Located in New Hope, PA
This is a stunning beaded clutch from the 20th century American designer Hattie Carnegie. The bag
Vintage Nettie Rosenstein Gold Cylindrical Beaded Evening Bag 1930s
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Wilmslow, GB
including a mirrored lid and original separate purse. Nettie Rosenstein creations are highly prized for
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Bags by Josef Off White Caviar Hand Beaded Bag Jewel Set Frame by Hobe 1930s
By Bags by Josef
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous white caviar beaded evening bag with an over-the-top jewel set frame by Hobe. The bag is
1930's Czechoslovakian Multi-Colored Wooden Beaded Handbag
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a charming and whimsical 1930's vintage, multi-colored wooden beaded bag with a zipper for
Black Antelope Suede with Deep Red Glass Bead Encrusted Brass Frame Bag, 1930s
Located in London, GB
/MATERIAL – Antelope Suede – Silk Satin Lining COLOUR – Black, Deep Red Glass Bead DATE - 1930s
Silk Brocade and Green Jade Colour Glass Beads Jeweled Frame Evening Bag, 1930s
Located in London, GB
This striking 1930s bag, , is in silk and metal brocade in dull gold, blue , pink and yellow. The
1930's French Art Deco Beaded Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector and Made in France in the 1930's, this stunning Art Deco clutch is
1930's French Embroidered Beaded Clutch Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
decorate the front of this white caviar beaded bag, Made in France in the 1930's. The back of the bag has a
Large Micro Beaded Floral Handbag, 1930's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1930's beaded handbag in an unusually large size with an amazing mosaic of micro and seed glass
Huge 1930's Art Deco Beaded Clutch Bag Oversized Pristine
Located in New Hope, PA
A spectacular multi-color, oversized, 1930's beaded clutch in pristine condition is a very rare
Art Deco 1930's Silver Sequin & Beaded Dance Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Czechoslovakian 1930's era silver sequin and beaded petite handbag with a glamorous Art Deco
1930s Red and Blue Beaded Purse
Located in Alford, MA
Unusually beaded evening bag of vibrant red and blue beads in a wave pattern outlined in black with
1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag
Located in Sharon, CT
French Chinoise Beaded Hand Bag. Embroidered with silk and gold metallic threads are Butterflies
1930s Micro Beaded Clutch
Located in New York, NY
. 1930's. 5.5" x 7.5" x .5". Excellent condition.
1930s Ivory Satin Beaded Floral Clutch Bag
Located in London, GB
Original 1930s ivory satin clutch bag, possibly made for a bridal wear collection. This would have
1930s Cream and Green Ivory Fully Beaded Evening Bag
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1930s fully beaded evening bag with chain link handle with inner picket and a separate kiss
1930's French Caviar Beaded Evening Bag with Enamel Frame, Saks Fifth Avenue
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in New Hope, PA
This beautiful beaded French evening bag has a pastel pink floral design, edged in silver beads
Chrome and metallic bead 'patchwork' handbag, 1930s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
, some shiney, some textured - with beading interspersed between these panels, and with a beaded and
Art Deco Pastel Beaded Small Clutch Handbag, 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This diminuitive beaded clutch handbag is as sweet as the pastel candy colors it displays so
Late 1920s or Early 1930s Art Deco Cream and Gold Beaded Bag
Located in London, GB
Late 1920s or early 1930s cream and gold beaded handbag. The most striking feature about this bag
Josef Mid Blue Beaded Bag with Lucite and Rhinestones Clasp circa 1930s
By Josef
Located in London, GB
Lovely Josef mid blue beaded bag with an unusual silver plated, clear lucite and rhinestones clasp
Vintage 1930's era Bakelite floral printed hand beaded purse
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage 1930's era floral printed hand beaded bakelite purse
30s Black Hand-Beaded Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s black beaded purse. Solid flat base. Beaded ball-shaped zipper pull. Satin lining, one side
1930's French Beaded Evening Bag with Ornate Frame
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite French beaded and embroidered evening bag with green stones in the frame. The hand
1930s Koret Tresor Beaded Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Very unusual beaded bag in that the beads have a matte finish. Even though it is a beaded bag, due
French 1930's Black Beaded Evening Clutch with Jeweled Frame
Located in New York, NY
Black beaded evening bag with glossy beads. The brass frame has carnelian and turquoise stones. I
Vintage 1930s Black Beaded Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
This 1930s black bead evening bag is the perfect size to carry to a fancy affair. (No, your cell
1930s French Micro Beaded Evening Hand Bag
Located in Phoenix, AZ
silk lined with single open pocket & original matching loose coin purse. Matching fully beaded handle
1930's Ivory Hand-Beaded Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930's ivory hand-beaded purse with beaded snowball zipper-pull and wrap-around handle
1930s Black Beaded Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Black Beaded Purse. Wristlet strap unloops to open purse. Hidden metal zipper. Satin lining
1930s French Beaded Handbag
Located in Litchfield County, CT
intricate softer metal and unique. The bead pattern includes flecks of golden brown. Clean, little use
1930s French Beaded Bag with Beauvais Embroidery
Located in New York, NY
Excellent example of a vintage beaded and embroidered evening bag made in France in the 1930s. This
Vintage Art Deco 1930s French Beaded Tapestry Handbag
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco 1930s French handbag features a colorful floral tapestry design in pink, yellow and
1930s French Black Silk Grosgrain & Enamel and Beads Jeweled Frame Evening Bag
Located in London, GB
This 1930s evening bag is of exquisite simple but effective design. The black silk grosgrain, which
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints of silent screen stars, w...
$202,800
H 5.9 in W 7.9 in D 3.9 in
HERMÈS Birkin Sellier 20 Havane Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Forest Park, GA
HERMÈS Birkin Sellier 20 Havane Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware The Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 in Havane matte alligator is a rare expression of refined elegance and exclusivity. T...
Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket and integrated purse. Measuremen...
1960s Vintage Black Satin Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress with Box Pleats
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic 1960s vintage cocktail dress with short sleeves and box pleats. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
Vintage Art Deco Handbag
Located in London, GB
The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
John Galliano F/W 1989 "Nancy Cunard" Documented High Neck Bias-Cut Evening Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
Excellent condition Documented on the runway Features a flared hem, Floor length Size UK8
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
F/W 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Pony Hair Oversized Runway Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tom Ford designed this incredible large black Gucci pony hair bag for the Fall/Winter 1996 collection. This oversized tote is constructed entirely of pony hair and is complete with a...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli
By Schiaparelli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots. The Robe is draped on the shoulders and close with gold metal buttons. The dress is draped on the bust with tulle sh...
Vintage Tan Crocodile Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic biscuit colour top handle vintage crocodile handbag. The bag has a central clasp and internally there are two pouch pockets and one zip pocket. The bag has four stud feet. Mea...
SWAROVSKI swan signed vintage gold plated crystal designer bracelet
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SWAROVSKI swan logo • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer bracelets MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of...
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
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 bag — Birkin, 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.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.