Antique Beaded Drawstring Purse with Dog and Parrot Motif – Germany, circa 1850
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite antique beaded purse from Germany, dating to around 1850, is a remarkable example of 19th-century craftsmanship and textile art.
Leather, Glass
Price Upon Request
Mariano Fortuny Pink Coral Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Fortunys stenciled velvet drawstring bags found a use for small pieces of his precious velvets, their sizes vary due to the dimensions of the cuts.They are exceedingly rare. The h...
Price Upon Request
Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Fortunys stenciled velvet drawstring bags found a use for small pieces of his precious velvets, their sizes vary due to the dimensions of the cuts.They are exceedingly rare. ...
Price Upon Request
Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag
By Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
Fortunys stenciled velvet drawstring bags found a use for small pieces of his precious velvets, their sizes vary due to the dimensions of the cuts.They are exceedingly rare.
<...
$139Sale Price / set|20% Off
Costume de Printemps – Elegant Early 19th-Century French Fashion Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
She holds a small red drawstring purse, a fashionable accessory of the time.
Paper
Royal Worcester drawstring purse vase.
By Royal Worcester
Located in East Geelong, VIC
This Royal Worcester vase is a bit unusual in that it is in the shape of a Japanese drawstring purse-it is possibly shape 381 which was issued in 1874 and described as "Money bag (ol...
Porcelain
1920s Drawstring Multicolor Floral Steel Bag
Located in New York, NY
I was told this multicolor floral design purse is a drawstring purse appropriate for a garden dance.
20s Red Beaded Drawstring Handbag
Located in San Francisco, CA
20s Red Beaded Drawstring Handbag. Silk lining in excellent condition.
90s Chanel green leather drawstring bucket crossbody bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning 90s Iconic CC bucket bag in a very rare color GREEN 24k gold plated cc ball hardware double large zippered interior pockets with cc charm round flat bottom green caviar lea...
1920's Luscious Kelly Green Beaded Reticule/Handbag
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a luscious kelly green beaded reticule, drawstring style purse of the 1920's vintage. It measures 8" in length by 5" in width, is lined in silk, is completely covered with gr...
Irish Crochet Edwardian Purse
Located in New York, NY
Lovely drawstring purse of handmade Irish crochet. Crochet'd 3D florets and pom poms decorate the base.
Sold
H 13.39 in W 10.24 in D 7.49 in
1995 Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn & Gold Epi Leather Bi-Colour Vintage Noe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Kenyan Fawn & Gold Epi Leather Bi-Colour Vintage Noé This LOUIS VUITTON Noé is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Louis Vuitton Dust Bag. Circa 1995. Pri...
1993 LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Noé
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Noé This LOUIS VUITTON Noé is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 1993. Primarily made from Epi Leather complimented by Golden Brass har...
1995 Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Vintage Petit Noe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Petit Noé This LOUIS VUITTON Petit Noé is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 1995. Primarily made from Epi Leather complimented by Gold...
Louis Vuitton Monogram 'Sac Noe' Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe Bucket Bag. Material: Canvas & Leather Hardware: Gold toned Size & handle: Height: 34cm Length: 39cm Depth: 16cm Handle Drop: 25cm Dust Bag include...
Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Black velvet and trimming rigid bucket bag with two pompoms. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 17 cm - Height: 14 cm - ...
Sold
W 3.25 in D 3.25 in L 7 in
A beautiful deep green velvet and cut steel drawstring handbag, French, 1900s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A simple yet sumptuous velvet handbag, very typical of its period, with a long double chain, and heavily decorated in cut steel beads. The long chain, which enables the bag to be clo...
Large Awaji Pottery Golden Yellow Arts & Crafts Ikebana Purse Form Vase
By Awaji Pottery
Located in Wilton, CT
Large Awaji pottery Arts and Crafts vase in drawstring purse form with golden yellow monochrome glaze, circa 1920. 14" high, 13" diameter.
Pottery
Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Evening Bag
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Circa pre-war, this finely made continental European lady's evening bag is entirely made of sterling silver. The neck of this drawstring purse is enhanced with a decorative collar ac...
Sterling Silver
1920s beaded drawstring handbag in white & pink glass beads
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From the 1920s a hand beaded drawstring bag in pink & white glass beads...The pouch style bag has cream cord drawstrings that have beaded tabs at each end...The bag is lined in ivory...
1920's Art Deco Beaded Bag with Beaded Drawstring
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this sweet Art Deco beaded bag combines bright pink beads with mauve, grey and gold beads with red accents and black outlines. The bag has a bead de...
Antique Victorian Micro Glass Beaded Flower Extra Large Drawstring Bag
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Exquisite antique Victorian beaded flower extra large drawstring bag. Pink satin lining Excellent condition Measurements flat: Height: 15inch/38cm with tassel - 13inch/33cm without...
Burberry Fringe Bucket Bag Haymarket Coated Canvas with Suede
By Burberry
Located in NY, NY
This Burberry Fringe Bucket Bag Haymarket Coated Canvas with Suede, crafted in brown Haymarket coated canvas and black suede, features rolled leather handle, fringe detailing and gol...
Louis Vuitton Drawstring Red Epi Petit Noe Bag
By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Red Material: Epi leather Date code: AR0975 Year: 1997 Condition: Good. Faint marks, scratches to leather, and a interior light stain mark. Made in France Measurements~ Heigh...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint Charles, IL
MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe GM CONDITION - Very Good. Light to medium vachetta with watermarks and scuffing on base only, minor dryness and no cracking. Minor tarnishing an...
Vintage 1920's Drawstring Steel Beaded Purse
Located in New York, NY
It has a beige croche finish to the drawstring, making it different from other purses It measures 9” x 10” has multicolor fringe adding another 2 inches to the purse.
Antique Zardosi Black Gold Metallic Thread Handbag Bag Purse Drawstring Deco
Located in Portsmouth, Hampshire
Vintage Deco Zardosi purse, drawstring feature, sturdy curved base, good spring and Metallic thread stumpwork on silk velvet main body.
Ralph Lauren Drawstring Bucket Bag Python
By Ralph Lauren
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Ralph Lauren Drawstring Bucket Bag Python is a unique and eye-catching minimalist-style bag perfect for modern fashionistas. Crafted in white genuine python skin, this...
Vintage Cartier Burgundy Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag
By Cartier
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Item shows gentle signs of wear throughout, with minor scuffs and wrinkling on the leather. Minor chipping on the side as seen on the picture. Comes as is with its authenticity card....
NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find is so flattering on. Deep plungin...
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow
By Krizia
Located in Austin, TX
2000s KRIZIA Sheer mini beaded nylon and spandex with beading Condition: Excellent 33" bust, 30" waist, 31" hips, 29" length One size ( fits US 0 - 6 )
$290Sale Price|34% Off
Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The i...
$10,238
Size: Approx. Small / Medium
John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano silk chiffon dress ▪ A sample made for Vogue ▪ Ivory and pink floral print with mauve base ▪ Cowl neckline ▪ Rolled shoulder straps ▪ Drop waist ▪ Multiple fabric ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Designer: Alexander McQueen ...
Emanuel Ungaro Ethereal Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Dress Gown
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emanuel Ungaro dreamlike evening dress fashioned of layers of silk chiffon. Shade is a very soft pearl white with underdress of light blue. So it creates an attractive visual sha...
1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Austin, TX
CHRISTIAN LACROIX lace floral dress Condition: Excellent 29.5" bust, 26" waist, 29" hips, 42" length size US 4 / FR 36 / S
$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...
1930s Sexy Gold Floral Brocade Lamé Bias-Cut Gown with Extreme Plunging Back
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s Siren gown in gold floral lamé brocade: Racer back with extremely low plunge! Full cowl neck front. The sexiest dress in the room!
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Donald Brooks Unworn Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Tulle Embroidered Dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...
Art Deco Faux Pearl Tiara
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco Faux Pearl and paste tiara from the 1920's. Paste elements with pearls are attached to a rhodium band and is hinged so that it can expand with wearer. Interior band ...
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection black velvet jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40.
$38,221
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
Vintage 1970s Japanese Silk Kimono Floral Print Unisex Adjustable Robe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Silk print Silk Kimono in floral print.
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 bag — Birkin, 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.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.