rare Azzedine Alaïa Crocodile Black Studded Leather Pochette Clutch Bag Auth
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Never used and in perfect condition, this ALAÏA clutch is ready to be your go-to accessory.
rare Azzedine Alaïa Crocodile Black Studded Leather Pochette Clutch Bag Auth
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Never used and in perfect condition, this ALAÏA clutch is ready to be your go-to accessory.
Alaia Metal-Mounted Yellow Leather Clutch
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alaia Metal-Mounted Yellow Leather Clutch The rectangular body with both cut-outs and metal studs positioned to createan overall diamond and bead pattern, the flap with a snap closu...
rare Azzedine Alaïa Studded Leather Envelope Pochette Clutch NWOT Authentic
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Azzedine Alaïa Studded Leather Envelope Pochette Clutch A masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, this sophisticated accessory features the Maison's signature all-over silver-tone gro...
Alaia Studded Leather Clutch Bag
Located in London, GB
Alaia Studded Leather Clutch Bag Black clutch bag embellished with round silver studs and laser cut-out details.
Versace Red & Black Cowhide & Leather Studded Repeat Shoulder Bag circa Y2K
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
To create a more glamorous evening ensemble, combine it with a Louis Vuitton monogram clutch or an Alaïa leather jumpsuit. The bag’s bold aesthetic complements both casual and formal...
Unavailable
Alaia Black Leather Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Length: 11 Inches Height: 7.5 Inches Material: Leather
ALAÏA Clutch in Black Python
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
Alaïa black python clutch. Magnetic closure. The interior is in beige leather with 2 small patch pockets and a mirror.
Alaia Studded Black Leather Clutch
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Alaïa studded pochette bag ! Condition: very good Made in Italy Material : leather, metal Interior: nude lambskin Colour : black Dimensions: 24 x 14 x 3.5 cm Hardware: sil...
ALAIA forest green stamped scaled leather top zip clutch pouch bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA forest green stamped scaled leather top zip clutch pouch bag Reference: LNKO/A01398 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Model: Top zip clutch Material: Leather Color: Green P...
Alaia NEW Black Leather Metal Cosmetic Travel Storage Clutch Bag in Box
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Silver hardware Leather interior Zip closure Measures 6" W x 3" H x 2" D Includes original Alaia dust bag and box
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H 5.5 in W 9.5 in D 2.5 in
Alaia NEW & SOLD OUT Purple Black Leather Wristlet Clutch Flap Evening Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Now...you're ready for that night on the town. Karung leather Leather interior Magnetic closure Made in Italy Measures 9.5" W x 5.5" H x 2.5" D Includes i...
ALAIA forest green faux stamped crocodile leather top zip clutch pouch bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA forest green faux stamped crocodile leather top zip clutch pouch bag Brand: Alaia Model Name / Style: Top zip clutch Material: Leather Color: Green Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip ...
ALAIA Pochette Zip GM red leather silver micro stud zip flat pouch clutch bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA Pochette Zip GM red leather silver micro stud zip flat pouch clutch bag ALAIA Pochette Zip GM.
AZZEDINE ALAIA black patent leather clutch with covered studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black patent leather clutch with patent leather covered metal studs from Azzedine Alaia.
Alaïa Flat Stingray Clutch
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This red stingray flat clutch from Alaïa an internal slip pocket and a removable mirror.
Alaia Beige Leather Lazer Cut Clutch
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia Beige Leather Lazer Cut Clutch Made In: Italy Color: Beige, White Materials: Leather Lining: Blush Leather Closure/Opening: Magnetic snap clo...
Azzedine Alaia Mini Panther Pony Hair Large Clutch NEW
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
White, camel and dark brown panthere print ponyhair Alaïa Grande pochette clutch with leather interior, interior slip pocket, compact mirror and top fold-over closure.
ALAIA 2014 Black Laser Cut Clutch w/ Rose Gold Accents rt. $1, 500
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Features rose gold accents and structured silhouette -0 Made in: Italy Year of Production: 2014 Color: Black w/ rose gold accents Hardware: N/A Materials: L...
Alaia Clutch Crocodile Long
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
This Alaia Clutch Crocodile Long, crafted from genuine neutral crocodile skin, features gunmetal-tone hardware.
Alaia Clutch Crocodile Long
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
This Alaia Clutch Crocodile Long, crafted from genuine neutral crocodile skin, features gunmetal-tone hardware.
Alaia Laser-Cut Clutch Leather
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 4.5", Width 7", Depth 2" Designer: Alaia Model: Laser-Cut Clutch Leather Item Number: 652/02
Alaia Flap Clutch Arabesque Studded Leather
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Alaia Flap Clutch Arabesque Studded Leather showcases Alaia's signature elegant style with an edge.
Alaia Black Leather Samia Eyelet Clutch
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Alaia black clutch for women has the kind of design that ensures high appeal whether held in your hand or tucked under your arm.
Alaia Shagreen Fold Over Clutch, Modern
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a burgundy shagreen clutch by Azzedine Alaia from the last 5 years. It features a magnetic flap closure, one small slim interior pocket, and an internal attached mirror.
Alaia Flap Clutch Laser Cut Leather Small
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Alaia Flap Clutch Laser Cut Leather Small is luxurious, yet minimal.
Alaia Flap Clutch Laser Cut Leather Small
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
This Alaia Flap Clutch Laser Cut Leather Small, crafted in black laser-cut leather, features gunmetal-tone hardware.
Azzedine Alaïa Laser-Cut Leather Clutch Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This intricately designed clutch is perfect for a night out. Featuring a neutral pallete of warm grey and white, this laser cut clutch was created to mimic broderie anglaise. The int...
Alaia Black Perforated Leather Studded Small Clutch Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, ON
Alaia Black Perforated Leather Clutch Bag. Fold over magnetic clasp, gunmetal silver color studs, leather lined interior, mirror attached to interior.
Alaia Black Leather Studded Clutch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
You can never go wrong with this exquisite clutch by Alaia. Adorned in a black shade, this clutch is crafted from leather; and comes with stud embellishments all over.
Alaia Pink Studded Leather Studded Envelope Clutch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made in Italy, and shining with beauty is this beautiful envelope clutch by Alaia. It has been crafted from leather and carries the shape of an envelope.
Alaia Flap Clutch Calf Hair Small
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Alaia Flap Clutch Calf Hair Small is luxurious, yet minimal.
Alaia Black leather & Suede Cut-out Studded Clutch Bag
Located in London, GB
Alaia Black leather & Suede Cut-out Studded Clutch Bag -Luxurious velvet like suede texture on smooth leather -Teardrop shape cut-out motif -Silver stud embellishments -Magnetic f...
Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...
$2,250Sale Price|40% Off
New Gucci Nouveau Python Fringe Bamboo Runway Clutch Bag in Red $3750
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags $3750 A Rare Find New Hand Stitched Stunning Red Python Bamboo Python Accent Leather Lining & Dual Zippered Interior Pockets Magnetic Closure at Front I...
$2,159Sale Price|20% Off
New W Box Gucci Malika Large Python Clutch Bag in Bronze Pewter Spring 2011
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags & Box A Rare Find New Spring 2011 Runway $3950 Bronze Metallic Pewter Full 100% Python Throughout the Bag Braided Double Straps Wrap Around and Connect ...
$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...
Tom Ford for Gucci Fall/Winter 2002 Black Leather Runway Heels Size 37
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Berlin, DE
Tom Ford for Gucci Fall/Winter 2002 Runway Heels — Black Leather with Grosgrain Wrap Ties An exceptional pair of Tom Ford for Gucci runway heels from the Fall/Winter 2002 collectio...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
LOUIS VUITTON pink shawl
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rubiera, RE
LOUIS VUITTON PARIS Pink monogram shawl 60% silk 40% wool 100% fox fur cm. 142 x cm. 142 Made in Italy Excellent condition ATTENTION: The shawl does not come with a CITES certif...
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...
FENDI new pink sequins baguette 2024
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI New pink sequins baguette 2024 Iconic medium-sized Baguette bag, finely embroidered all-over with pink sequins in different shapes and sizes for a 3D effect and decorated with ...
Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin evening slip dress with silk chiffon lining. The black chiffon lining is visible on the top edge and bottom edge. Invisible zip on the left side + hook&eye. SIZE 38/40 (...
$175Sale Price|22% Off
H 4.5 in D 2.25 in L 7 in
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black Satin Egg Shaped Versatile Clutch - Shoulder Bag c 1980s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black matte satin egg shaped clutch - shoulder bag c 1980s The elegant black satin evening bag is adorned with a cluster of clear diamante' crystals encrusted in ...
1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black beaded and micro-sequined mini dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1996. Dress is labeled a size S. Length is approximately 33" long. Width is very stretch...
$890
Size: please refer to measurements
VERA WANG 90's/00 Tan Evening Gown w. Bustle Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang 1990's-2000's Vintage Tan / Beige color, neutral tone Train that bustles at the back Size tag missing will measure later, appears to be a 2/4 Great vintage condition, no ri...
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...
Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more on 1stDibs.