Alaia White Leather Mina 20 Small Perforated Leather Tote Crossbody Bag
By Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia White Mina 20 Small Perforated Leather Tote Bag.
Alaia White Leather Mina 20 Small Perforated Leather Tote Crossbody Bag
By Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia White Mina 20 Small Perforated Leather Tote Bag.
ALAIA Le Mina Vienne Wave laser cut white calfskin leather travel tote bag
By Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA Le Mina Vienne Wave laser cut white calfskin leather travel tote bag Reference: LNKO/A02741 Brand: Alaia Model: Le Mina Vienne Wave Tote Material: Leather Color: White Pattern:...
ALAIA 2021 Le Mina 32 Vienne laser cut tan leather shoulder handbag tote bag
By Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA 2021 Le Mina 32 Vienne laser cut tan leather shoulder handbag tote bag Reference: LNKO/A02740 Brand: Alaia Model: Le Mina 32 Tote Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid ...
ALAIA yellow leather ROSE-MARIE 19 FLOWER EMBELLISHED Bucket Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa Rose Marie 19 Bucket Bag is a stunning blend of bold design and intricate craftsmanship. Made from smooth yellow leather, it features delicate flower embell...
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H 11 in W 7.25 in L 13.5 in
Alaia Glossy Green Embossed Patent Leather Structured Double Handle Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Chicago, IL
Glossy green embossed patent leather structured tote bag from Alaia. Silver-tone hardware. Two handles.
Alaia Jumbo Lizard Perforated Studded Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, ON
Alaia jumbo size lizard skin tote bag. Perforated design with metal stud detailing.
Alaia Burgundy Red Laser Cut Large Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, ON
Alaia burgundy red laser cut large tote bag. Comes with attached zippered make up bag and mirror.
ALAIA black leather SHINY CROCODILE EMBOSSED VIENNE Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic ALAÏA Vienne croco embossed tote bag in black shiny calfskin.
ALAIA black leather MINA 32 LASER CUT Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa's Mina 32 tote bag has been crafted in Italy from smooth black leather that's laser-cut with the Maison's intricate 'Vienne Circulaire' pattern.
ALAIA Caramel Rose leather MINA 32 LASER CUT Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa's Mina 32 tote bag has been crafted in Italy from smooth caramel rose leather that's laser-cut with the Maison's intricate 'Vienne Circulaire' pattern.
ALAIA tan leather MINA 16 VIENNE WAVE Crossbody Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa Mina 16 micro tote bag in tan brown Vienne Wave calfskin leather.
ALAIA tan leather 2023 LILI 32 VIENNE Shopper Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa Lili 32 tote in tan brown leather showcases the brand’s signature craftsmanship with intricate laser-cut Vienne perforation.
Alaia Burgundy Grommet Doctor Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, ON
Alaia burgundy leather doctor tote bag with grommet detail on front and back.
ALAIA Mina black leather silver dome studs net cut out medium tote bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA Mina black leather silver dome studs net cut out medium tote bag Reference: EALU/A00028 Brand: Alaia Model: Mina Material: Leather Color: Black, Silver Pattern: Studded Lining:...
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H 10 in W 12.5 in D 6.5 in
Alaia NEW Black Leather Silver Metal Embellish Large Shopper Top Handle Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Silver tone hardware Leather lining Zipper closure Handle drop 4.5” Measures 12.5" W x 10" H x 6.5" D Includes original Alaia removable pouch, compa...
ALAIA black & white leather PERFORATED Crossbody Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa Perforated Leather Crossbody Bag is a striking blend of craftsmanship and sculptural design. Crafted from black perforated leather with a contrasting white ...
ALAIA black floral perforated leather flat top handle expandable large tote bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black floral perforated leather flat top handle expandable large tote bag AZZEDINE ALAIA Black leather.
ALAIA black green abstract croc print emboss textured python shopper tote bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black green abstract croc print emboss textured python shopper tote bag ALAIA Black base with metallic sheen green abstract croc scale print .
ALAIA white leather STUDDED VIENNE MINI Tote Shoulder Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa Vienne studded mini tote bag in white calfskin featuring silver-tone metal studs.
ALAIA black leather TRAPEZ MEDIUM ARABESQUE LASER-CUT Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic AlaÏa Sac Trapeze satchel bag in black smooth laser cut calfskin. Opens with a double zipper on top and is lined in tan leather. Brand new. Comes with dust bag and poc...
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H 7.88 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in
new ALAIA black white puzzle woven leather top handle shoulder bucket tote bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA black white puzzle woven leather top handle shoulder bucket tote bag Brand: Alaia Model Name / Style: Woven bucket bag Material: Leather Color: Black Pattern: Solid Extra ...
Alaia large pony hair leopard print tote bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia large pony hair leopard print tote bag with black leather handles, gold metal zip closure, and black leather interior.
AZZEDINE ALAIA Vintage 1991 Iconic Tati Collection Canvas Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Nice, FR
AZZEDINE ALAÏA vintage 1991 iconic “TATI” Collection canvas tote bag.
Azzedine Alaia Vintage 1991 Rare Iconic Tati Collection Canvas Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Nice, FR
AZZEDINE ALAIA vintage rare 1991 iconic TATI Collection canvas tote bag.
Alaia Tan Leather Flap Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia Tan Leather Flap Bag Features frayed edge trim throughout exterior Made In: Italy Color: Tan Hardware: Gunmetal Materials: Leather Lining: Tan leather Closure/Opening: ...
Alaia Green Leather Bag with Flower Fringe
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, ON
Azzedine Alaia green leather handbag. Has one main compartment that closes with a magnetic snap and a smaller compartment. Laser-cut leather flowers decorate the fringe. The bag is i...
ALAIA red leather silver micro stud top handle flap structured shopper tote bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA red leather silver micro stud top handle flap structured shopper tote bag ALAIA Red smooth leather bodh .
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H 12.21 in W 14.97 in D 7.09 in
new ALAIA black leather gunmetal grommet punctured expandable large tote bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA black leather gunmetal grommet punctured expandable large tote bag Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Model Name / Style: Tote bag Material: Leather Color: Black Pattern...
ALAIA grey leather geometric laser cut scalloped edge tote bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA grey leather geometric laser cut scalloped edge tote bag Reference: SNKO/A00177 Brand: Alaia Material: Leather Color: Grey Pattern: Solid Closure: Drawstring Extra Detai...
ALAIA black leather gunmetal grommet stud top handle expandable large tote bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black leather gunmetal grommet stud top handle expandable large tote bag AZZEDINE ALAIA Black leather.
Alaia Pony Hair Leopard Print Tote Bag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milan, Italy
This lovely Alaia large tote bag is in pony hair with leopard print.
Alaia Flap Tote Bag Calf Hair Medium
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Alaia Flap Tote Bag Calf Hair Medium is unique and casual perfect for everyday use.
From classic medium-sized Louis Vuitton leather tote bags to authentic cube-like Loewe shoulder bags woven in raffia, the large selection of vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs offers something for special occasions as well as everyday needs.
Although part of a modern look, tote bags have been roomy and versatile accessories since at least 1944, with the launch of L.L.Bean’s “ice bag.” The Maine retailer, then largely known for rugged field coats and hunting shoes, had introduced a big, durable canvas bag that was initially intended to carry firewood or ice. In those days, to keep produce and other foods cool in refrigerators, consumers had to regularly replace the blocks of ice that were doing all the work in their bulky appliances. There was no better bag to help haul big blocks of ice from the trunk of your car to your front door and, subsequently, to your kitchen.
Years later, during the 1960s, L.L.Bean’s Boat and Tote was introduced as an overhauled structured canvas version of the ice bag. Tested to lug up to 500 pounds, the Boat and Tote became a best seller. Also during the 1960s, American designer Bonnie Cashin created the Cashin Carry for Coach. Cashin was Coach’s first lead designer, and she liked leather, large pockets and earth tones. Her modern interpretation of the tote bag introduced a touch of elegance to this increasingly ubiquitous accessory.
In the subsequent decades, more brands debuted their own iterations of the tote bag, from Tory Burch’s Perry leather tote bag to Goyard’s luxurious Saint Louis.
Pay tribute to this long and interesting history of a well-loved accessory by browsing the vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs.