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1970 Chanel Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Patent Leather Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...
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1970s European Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Vintage Collector Belt
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
The belt is signed CHANEL. It represents a long frieze composed of a double chain in golden metal
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1970s French Belts

Rikma Angel Wing 1970's Striped Dress
By Rikma
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
your favorite raffia Bottega or Chanel bag! Bralette fits like a size small Sleeve length: 23" Length
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1970s Israeli Kaftans

Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A retro gem from the 1970's! This beautiful seashell bag really leans into the era by making this
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1970s Shoulder Bags

Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag
Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag
H 6 in D 2.5 in L 5.5 in
Rare William De Lillo Jeweled Gilt Metal & Leather Evening Bag
By William De Lillo
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A unique (one of a kind) evening bag by William de Lillo. The off white leather handbag is set
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Mid-20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

Gucci Vintage 1979 2N1 Black Patent Leather Day To Evening Bag
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This 1970's Gucci 2N1 bag is convertible from a day shoulder bag to an evening clutch. For clasps
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

1970s Tiger Eye Stone Swarovski Crystal Embellished Handbag
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
luxurious materials adds depth and dimension to the bag, making it a statement piece that commands attention
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1970s Shoulder Bags

1970s Handmade Japanese Ivory Cotton Long Kimono
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
beauty of traditional garments. Style this with a Chanel silk scarf and a Louis Vuitton tote bag to
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1970s Japanese Robes

Rikma Angel Wing 70's Striped Dress
By Rikma
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
vintage Rikma will pair great with strappy heels and your favorite raffia Bottega or Chanel bag! Length
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1970s Israeli Maxi Dresses

Rikma Angel Wing 1970s Striped Dress
By Rikma
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
raffia Bottega or Chanel bag! Sleeve length: 23"
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1970s Israeli Maxi Dresses

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By Roberto Cavalli
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An exquisite handmade Moghul style necklace, Maison Gripoix for Chanel, 1960s.
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Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A short but sumptuous necklace , made from poured glass larger rubies and emeralds, with small rubies,emeralds and pearls interspersed in between, with smaller glass beads dangling a...
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Alexander McQueen Silk Velvet Skirt AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous off white silk burnout devore velvet skirt by Alexander McQueen. It is solid with areas in abstract lines at various angles of smooth semi sheer silk, subtle and stunning....
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Chanel Vintage Black Leather Chain Charm Belt
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Leather Chain Charm Belt is in very good vintage condition. Black leather is woven within a gold chain belt. Gold tone suns, stars and lion faces dangle...
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20th Century Belts

Halston 1970s Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Fully Sequin Vintage 70s Sleeveless Top
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1970s HALSTON lipstick / candy apple red silk chiffon sleeveless top ! This beauty comes from the Halston Sportswear line. Thousands of hand-sewn red sequins on top of...
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1950s Lanvin Castillo Haute Couture Watercolor Floral Silk Print Full-Skirt Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptionally rare and highly coveted Jeanne Lanvin Castillo haute couture watercolor floral gown dating back to the early 1950's. According to two fashion experts, this designer ...
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

FENDI Sparkling Silver Metallic FF Zucca Logo Baguette Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Rare FENDI shoulder bag in the famous Zucca print with a twist - in shiny lurex! Details: Fendi Baguette with the famous FF Zucca logo print Fendi FF Zucca canvas with a glitter ef...
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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

A French Couture beaded Evening Coat in the style of Paul Poiret, Circa 1930
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1930/1935 France Haute Couture Heavy and long Anonymous Haute Couture coat in micro beads "Sablé de perles" embroidered in the style of Paul Poiret around 1928/1930. Exception...
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1930s French Opera Coats

Couture 1930s ElsaSchiaparelliStyle Pink FauxRubyGoldGlassBeads Tassel Sautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
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Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Caged Pearl Belt
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL gold toned belt featuring a chain-link of gold spheric cages encasing faux pearls, two hanging tiers and gold flower charm. Hook clasp. Adjustable length. One size fits all. ...
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20th Century French Belts

Rare Chanel Spring 1995 Barbie Collection jacket
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel spring summer 1995 Barbie collection light blue black bow ribbon CC logo no sleeve jacket, size 38 FR, rare and collector, very good condition some light wear
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1990s French Jackets

SS 2000 Anna Molinari Sequin Top
By Anna Molinari
Located in Prague, CZ
A stunning, fully embellished sequin top from Anna Molinari SS 2000 collection. Excellent condition. Please note that a size/composition label is missing. Measurements (flat lay on...
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Early 2000s Blouses

Christian Dior by John Galliano black lace evening dress and shawl, fw 1998
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black lace floor-length evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Double-layered ▪ Fine knitted lace ▪ Purple viscose-knit underdress ▪ Large faux astrakhan sha...
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Christian Dior by John Galliano black waxed cotton opera coat, ss 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior opera coat ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Black waxed cotton ▪ Voluminous shape ▪ Shawl lapel ▪ Wide sleeves ▪ Two ties at the back fasten to create a bustle ▪ F...
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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

Vintage 1940's Marcelle Dormoy French Couture Black Silk Cut-Outs Low Back Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking and incredibly rare early 1940's full-length gown by French couturier Marcelle Dormoy. She started out as a model for Paul Poiret, which she credited with helping her ...
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CHANEL Cashmere Signature Dress Gilet Suit Set Ensemble 36
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Black and cream colored Chanel Cashmere Dress Set Consisting of two pieces, dress and gilet Bodyhugging dress Simply slips on Matching gilet vest Closes in front with hidden push bu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Dress and Coat Ensembles

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Chanel Gripoix Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
of the bag, original Coco Chanel chain. Interior features one pouch pocket and one zip pocket
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1970s Italian Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Shoulder bag BEIGE
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Informations : Brand: Chanel Model : Vintage Year : Before 1985 Type : Shoulder bag Fabric
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1970s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Shoulder bag BEIGE
Chanel Vintage Shoulder bag BEIGE
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Vintage Chanel classic black jersey 2.55 bag with double flap and skinny chains
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1970s, 1980s. vintage Chanel classic black jersey 2.55 bag with double flap and skinny chain straps
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2.55 Chanel c1970
By Chanel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful muted maroon/burgundy leather 2.55 Chanel bag circa 1970. The bag is in great condition
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Hermes Kelly 32 Black Crocodile Porosus
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
bag is lined with chevre leather. Interior is in good condition with a zipper pocket. This bag is in
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1970s French Tote Bags

Chanel Circa 1970's
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous fun and feminine silk chiffon Haute Couture Chanel Gown with silver metallic threads
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1970s French Evening Gowns

1970's Chanel Black Quilted Patent Leather Convertible Evening Bag w/Chain Strap
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Chanel slim patent leather quilted handbag with gold tone CC logo clasp at the top edge and
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1970s French Shoulder Bags

1980s Chanel beige leather shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
1980s Chanel beige leather shoulder bag 26 x 17 cm
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1970s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Bag in Fabric with Gold Metal Chain
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Chanel bag in beige fabric with gold metal attributes. No serial number on this old model
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1970s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Bag in Fabric with Gold Metal Chain
Chanel Bag in Fabric with Gold Metal Chain
H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 11.03 in
Chanel 70s light blue canvas small Bag
By Chanel
Located in Carnate, IT
Chanel small bag. 1970 circa. Featuring light blue canvas and golden hardware. Amazing piece, very
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Chanel 70s light blue canvas small Bag
Chanel 70s light blue canvas small Bag
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CHANEL quited frame bag in black caviar leather with gilt chain
By Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black caviar leather 'frame' bag from Chanel. This bag dates to the late 1970's/ early 1980's
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1970s French Handbags and Purses

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By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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1970s French Handbags and Purses

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By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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Chanel Classic Flap Jersey 2.55 Vintage Reissue Chain
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
, The Chanel Classic black jersey 2.55 bag with double flap with the famous reissue chain from the late
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1970s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL black quilted lambskin convertable clutch with chain
By Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous jet black quilted lambskin bag from Chanel. Ca. 1980. Measures 9.5" wide by 7" tall by 2
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1980s French Clutches

Chanel Vintage Red Lambskin Tote - GHW - Circa 70's
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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Chanel White w/ Red Polka Dot Chiffon Dress w/ Feather Wrap
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an absolutely darling dress from Chanel. It is made of a 100% silk chiffon fabric, with a
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1970s French Summer Dresses

Vintage Chanel Leather Tote - Has Character
By Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
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1970s French Handbags and Purses

Gucci Gold Tone Metal Minaudière Chain Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES WOW! LIMITED TIME PRICE REDUCTION! A bonafide statement bag, this iconic
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1970s Italian Shoulder Bags

Vintage Launer Black Leather Bag
By Launer
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage black leather bag by Launer. The bag has a flap over front with popper fastening and
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1970s British Shoulder Bags

Judith Leiber Floral Patchwork Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your look with this amazing Leiber! Circa 1970s, this bag features a gorgeous floral
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1970s American Shoulder Bags

Judith Leiber Embellished Patchwork Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your look with this amazing Leiber! Circa 1970s, this bag features a gorgeous patchwork
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1970s American Shoulder Bags

1970s Multicolor Striped Kaftan
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
remains as stylish today as it was back then. Style with some Gucci sandals, a Chanel tote bag and an
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Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Chanel, Haute Couture Collection, CIRCA 1970 Classic stitched navy jersey bag, red cord, clasp
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1970s French Shoulder Bags

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H 6.7 in D 2.76 in L 9.85 in
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By Chanel
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
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By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
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Chanel Cream Classic Jumbo Flap Lambskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1970s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Quilted Chanel Black Leather and Double Chain Large Handbag
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
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By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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By Launer
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By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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By Roberta Di Camerino
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By Chanel
Located in Verviers, BE
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1970s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1970-1980s Chanel “Timeless” brown bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
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1970-1980s Chanel “Timeless” brown bag
1970-1980s Chanel “Timeless” brown bag
H 6.7 in W 9.85 in D 2.17 in
Chanel Rare 2.55 Navy /Red Jersey Bag with Chain 1970
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
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By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
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By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
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CHANEL BROWN QUITED CLUTCH BAG
CHANEL BROWN QUITED CLUTCH BAG
H 7 in W 9.2 in D 2 in
1970s Chanel Red & Blue Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
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By Chanel
Located in Antwerp, BE
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By Chanel
Located in Cloverdale, CA
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By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Vintage Chanel Timeless White Leather and Gold Chain
By Chanel
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By Chanel
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By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
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1970s French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Kelly 32 handbag in Porosus crocodile with gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
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1970s French Handbags and Purses

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By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
condition. Light use . Little scratches on hardware, very very gently. This is the smarter bag existing
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1970s French Top Handle Bags

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By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
comes with a clochette, lock and keys Dimensions: The bag measures 32cm-12" long, 22cm-8.5" high
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By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
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1970s French Handbags and Purses

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By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
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1970s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly 32 Black Crocodile Porosus
By Hermès
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1970 Chanel Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 1970 chanel bag you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray and more in stock now.

How Much is a 1970 Chanel Bag?

The price for a 1970 chanel bag starts at $319 and tops out at $8,031, and on average, selling for $1,800.

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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 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.

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.”

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