Azzedine Alaïa Studded Black Leather Pochette Clutch Bag Authentic w/ Mirror
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Condition: Never used and in perfect condition, this ALAÏA clutch is ready to be your go-to accessory.
Azzedine Alaïa Studded Black Leather Pochette Clutch Bag Authentic w/ Mirror
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Condition: 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...
Azzedine Alaïa Studded Leather Envelope Pochette Handheld 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...
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Alaia Black Leather Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Length: 11 Inches Height: 7.5 Inches Material: Leather
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 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 Charlotte, NC
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 Charlotte, NC
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.
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 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 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 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 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...
$630Sale Price|50% Off
Size: Right shoe is 38.5 / Left is 39
Chanel Pre-Fall 2016 Beige Black Suede Grosgrain Pearl Heel Mules Size 38.5 39
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into timeless Parisian elegance with these rare Chanel Pre-Fall 2016 runway mules, a highly coveted design that perfectly embodies Karl Lagerfeld’s refined vision. Elevate your...
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...
$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 ...
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...
$3,550
H 6.3 in D 1.97 in L 11.03 in
Prada 2010s Red Crocodile Leather Bauletto Bag with Gold Hardware
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Red crocodile leather exterior with natural scale texture Gold-tone hardware Double rolled top handles Zip closure at top Leather-lined interior with zip pocket Includes clochette, l...
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 ...
Iconic extremely rare Tom Ford for Gucci Damask « Dragon » purse FW 2004
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
Timeless in Nice.vintage.darling: The iconic «Dragon» handbags in alligator skin and the incredibly beautiful velvet with gold dusting from the era of Tom Ford at Gucci. Fall Winter...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
Rare Chanel 1989 Vintage Blue Lizard Square Mini Evening Bag 24k GHW 68656
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68656 In blue lizard and 24k gold plated hardware. This item is in excellent condition with very few signs of normal use. Corners are clean with no rubbing or scuffi...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 36.5
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New as seen on Demi Moore * Stunning Black Satin Corset * Tom Ford's Final Years w/ YSL * Euro Size: 36.5 * Ribbon Secure Around Ankle * Leather Insole ...
GUCCI Pink Exotic Crocodile Skin & Bamboo Long Wallet - Rare & Unique Color
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Precious leathers appear throughout the Gucci Exotics collection, their delicate textures add a unique note to the classic silhouette. Inside: 6 card slots and 1 bill compartments, ...
New Tom Ford For Gucci Vintage Chain Logo Satin Slide Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford Era Gucci Heels Brand New Size 36.5 * Stunning Black Logo Satin * Satin Print in Linked Chains, Handbags, Horsebit * Black Lacquered Heel * Soft Pink Leather Insole * 1/2" ...
$3,127
Size: 42 (Fr) 10 (Us) M/L
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back and extra panel on the back ( to give more volume) Invisible zip on the left side. Inside fabric belt on the waist with large...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Snakeskin Rhinestone Dragon Black Flap Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as Gucci's creative director, this black snakeskin flap bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection is an ultra-luxurious must-have. A vers...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Saddle Limited Edition black colourful ethnic beads shoulder bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Saddle Limited Edition black colourful ethnic beads shoulder bag Reference: AAWC/A00945 Brand: Dior Model: Saddle Collection: Limited Edition Material: Leather, Metal ...
Dolce & Gabbana Pink Green Geometric Print Lace up Sides Silk Dress 1990s
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adj...
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.