Judith Leiber Black Alligator Mini Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Alligator Mini Evening Bag in excellent condition. Black alligator exterior trimmed with a crystal silver top button closure. Black silk interior with one slit si...
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Crystal Strap Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Crystal Strap Evening Bag in very good condition. Black alligator embossed exterior trimmed with sparkling rhinestone corded handle straps. Fron...
UNWORN Louis Vuitton Exotic Velvet & Alligator Skin LV Monogram Logo Evening Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Switzerland, CH
A Louis Vuitton signature piece that will last you for many years, from one of Vuitton's most stunning collections designed by Marc Jacobs. Crafted from brown monogram velvet, this ...
Hermès Shiny Rose Scheherazade Alligator Mini Kelly 20
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermès Shiny Rose Scheherazade Alligator Mini Kelly 20 is a stunning and luxurious handbag that exemplifies elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted from exquisite shiny rose-colored alli...
Lana of London Dark Chocolate Brown Alligator Clutch Shoulder Bag
By LANA of London
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lana of London dark chocolate brown alligator small clutch with a rhinestone & gold metal hardware clasp front. There is a removable shoulder strap. Glazed bag has a shaped flap fron...
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Alligator Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
Elegant black alligator evening bag in diminutive size with jet paste detailing. The caps of the handle and the clasp are studded with jet rhinestones, Lined in calf leather. 1960's ...
Kieselstein Cord Plum Silk Evening Bag with Alligator Head
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York City, NY
Vintage Kieselstein Cord plum silk satin studded evening bag with silvertone hardware and silver figural alligator head decoration at clasp area. Interior flap with magnetic snap cl...
Judith Leiber Shiney Black Alligator Evening Bag/Clutch With Gold Chain.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Offered for sale is this lovely Judith Leiber Baby Alligator evening bag/clutch with gold hardware and 25" chain. The chain can be put inside to carry as a clutch. This is a vi...
Iconic Judith Leiber Alligator Bag with Jewel Encrusted Frame
By Judith Leiber
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Spectacular Judith Leiber handbag in black alligator with a jewel encrusted frame. Can be worn as a clutch or shoulder bag.
Tom Ford for Gucci Fall 2002 Alligator & Mink Fur Inro Handbag
By Tom Ford
Located in Brisbane, Queensland
Tom Ford for Gucci Fall 2002 Alligator & Mink Inro with Leather Straps Highly Collectable
Morris Moskowitz Silver Metallic Faux Alligator Evening Bag
By Morris Moskowitz
Located in Gresham, OR
A great little 60s silver metallic leather Morris Moskowitz faux alligator evening bag with ice blue satin lining and a fantastic top clasp of japanned metal and rhinestones. Small ...
Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator & Sating Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator & Sating Evening Bag. This bag is in impeccable condition and has a rhinestone brooch clasp accent. It comes with a comb, compact, coin purse, Jud...
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H 7.25 in D 2.5 in L 6.5 in
Barry Kieselstein-Cord Black Satin Evening Purse With Gold Alligator Accents
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Tustin, CA
Very elegant designer Barry Kieselstein-Cord, black satin evening purse with the iconic gold tone Florentine finish metal alligator accents. This black satin evening bag has a gold a...
Valentino NEW Cognac Brown Alligator Crystal Evening Top Handle Satchel Bag
By Valentino
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Alligator Crystal Silver tone hardware Leather lining Push clasp closure Made in Italy
Saks fifth Ave 1960s Alligator handbag
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1960s classic style...dark rich glazed alligator in dark chocolate brown...Golden clasp set is with rhinestones, double strap handles...Leather lined, there is 1 zipper compartment a...
Posh Ebony Embossed Gilt Alligator Emblem Handbag
Located in University City, MO
Posh ebony embossed gilt alligator emblem handbag The stylish diminutive embossed vinyl handbag is adorned with a gilt metal alligator head that serves as the clasp emblem The ha...
VALENTINO GARAVANI, Black Alligator, Top-Handle Bag, Gold Tone Hardware, 1960s
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Kingston, NY
Valentino Garavani, Black Alligator, Top-Handle Bag, Gold Tone Hardware, 1960s Good condition.
Judith Lieber Handbag Orange Alligator Leather Aurora Borealis Gold Chain Mini
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage JUDITH LEIBER purse comes in a vibrant orange alligator leather and features a gold tone clasp with pointed Aurora Borealis jewel surrounded by clear rhinestones, chain strap...
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H 2.25 in W 3.25 in D 2.25 in
Judith Leiber Rare Black Alligator Gold Chain Barrel Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Judith Leiber Rare Black Alligator Gold Chain Barrel Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag Alligator Gold tone hardware Leather interior Snap closure Shoulder strap drop 8&qu...
LAURA B Black Mesh Metal Alligator Evening Handbag
Located in San Francisco, CA
LAURA B evening handbag comes in a black mesh metal with red crystals featuring a chain strap and a alligator trim handle. Comes with dust bag. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Measuremen...
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H 5.5 in W 7.5 in D 2 in
Chanel Chocolate Alligator Leather Octagon 2in1 Evening Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Chanel Chocolate Alligator Exotic Leather Octagon 2in1 Evening Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag Alligator leather Gold tone hardware Leather lining Turn lock closure Made in France Date ...
Chanel Cognac Alligator Exotic Skin Leather Gold Evening Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
The Exotic Chanel You Need to Complement Your Collection. Since announcing the discontinuation of exotic skin handbags, the demand for exotic Chanel has increased tenfold. And the...
Chanel Gray Alligator Exotic Leather Silver Large Evening Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
The Exotic Chanel You Need to Complement Your Collection. Since announcing the discontinuation of exotic skin handbags, the demand for exotic Chanel has increased tenfold. And the...
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H 7.5 in D 3.5 in L 6.5 in
Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator Shoulder Minaudière Evening Bag, 1990.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator Shoulder Minaudière Evening Bag, 1990. Exceptional and rare, this highly sought after piece of Judith Leiber history was produced between 1985 - 1...
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H 7.5 in D 3.5 in L 6.5 in
Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator Shoulder Minaudière Evening Bag, 1990.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator Shoulder Minaudière Evening Bag, 1990. Exceptional and rare, this highly sought after piece of Judith Leiber history was produced between 1985 - 1...
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H 6 in W 9 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Rare Black Alligator Leather Gold Chain Flap Evening Cross Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES The holy grail of Chanel bags: The black alligator flap with gold CC kiss lock closure! Well maintained and preserved, this is a rare classic and collectible. A...
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H 8 in W 11.5 in D 4.5 in
Gucci Cognac Brown Alligator Exotic Skin Leather Bamboo Evening Satchel Bag
By Gucci
Located in Charlotte, NC
Gucci Cognac Brown Alligator Exotic Skin Leather Bamboo Evening Satchel Bag Alligator Bamboo Silver tone hardware Leather lining Turn lock closure Handle drop 5" Measures 11.5...
Chanel Dark Red Alligator Exotic Skin Gold Large Evening Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
The Exotic Chanel You Need to Complement Your Collection. Since announcing the discontinuation of exotic skin handbags, the demand for exotic Chanel has increased tenfold. And the...
Chanel Black Alligator Leather Gold 2 in 1 Mini Evening Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Chanel Black Alligator Leather Gold Small Mini Party 2 in 1 Evening Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag Alligator leather Gold tone hardware Leather lining Turn lock closure Made in France ...
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H 5 in W 6.5 in D 2.5 in
Fendi Vintage Black Alligator Kelly Style Gold Top Handle Satchel Evening Bag
By Fendi
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTESS Alligator Gold tone hardware Leather interior Detachable shoulder strap Push-lock closure Handle 3" Measures 6.5" W x 5" H x 2.5" D Removable shoulder stra...
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H 6 in W 5.5 in D 2 in
Judith Leiber Black Alligator Kelly Style Top Handle Satchel Evening Flap Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES AMAZING price reduction for a limited time only! Alligator Gold tone hardware Rhinestone detail Leather lining Magnetic snap closure Handle drop 3.5" Mea...
Maxima Light Blue Mini Alligator Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Light blue mini alligator evening bag by Maxima. Top carry handle. Detachable shoulder strap. Top push-lock closure. Lined interior. Goldtone hardware. 7.5"L ...
Judith Leiber Vintage Tan Alligator Mini Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
BEAUTIFUL Vintage Judith Leiber Tan alligator mini handbag in excellent condition. Tan alligator exterior trimmed with gold hardware and crystal accents. Front flap snap closure ope...
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Crystal Strap Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Crystal Strap Evening Bag in excellent condition. measurements: 6.25"x4x3.5" 7" handle
Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.
Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap. Today, the simplicity of a clutch or luxury evening bag remains as stylish as ever.
Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.
Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.
Shop an array of luxury designer evening bags and vintage minaudières in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.
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.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.