1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag. The bag is a striking
1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag. The bag is a striking
$526
H 7.88 in W 13 in D 1.19 in L 21.66 in
1970s Art Deco Style Black Leather and Bakelite Clutch by Colombetti Milano
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a rare and highly sophisticated vintage shoulder bag/clutch from Colombetti Milano, dating
1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag This exquisite 1950s Italian evening bag is a
1970s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking vintage Italian shoulder bag captures the sleek, modernist aesthetic of the 1970s
1960s Black Leather and Bakelite Italian Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Bakelite, giving it a smooth, polished, and structured appearance. The hard-cased front and back are a
1940s Faux Tortoiseshell Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
sophisticated use of Bakelite in high fashion. The bag features a sleek, structured body crafted from a high
$418
H 4.73 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in L 23.63 in
1940s Art Deco Cream Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
piece for the vintage fashion lover or Bakelite aficionado, exuding timeless Italian elegance.
$418
H 6.3 in W 7.09 in D 1.58 in L 24.02 in
1950s Art Deco Fake Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Minaudière by Ipes
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage Italian handbag is a striking example of mid-century Bakelite craftsmanship
$359
H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 1.58 in L 19.3 in
1950s Art Deco Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking vintage Italian shoulder bag is a testament to sophisticated design and quality
$323
H 4.73 in W 8.67 in D 1.97 in L 20.08 in
1940s Art Deco Black Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
sophisticated use of Bakelite in high fashion. The bag features a sleek, structured body crafted from a high
$359
H 6.7 in W 7.88 in D 1.19 in L 18.9 in
1950s Art Deco Style Cream Toned Bakelite and Leather Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This chic vintage Italian mini shoulder bag is a standout piece crafted in cream Bakelite and
1940s Art Deco Bakelite Brass and Fabric Italian Top Hand Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
handle, crafted from rich, mottled brown Bakelite. The handle itself is an elegant chain of large
$538
H 13.78 in W 10.24 in D 1.97 in
1950s High Quality Bakelite and Woven White Cotton Italian Hand-Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
remarkable vintage condition, with the white cotton exceptionally well-preserved and the Bakelite hardware
$263
H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 1.58 in L 24.02 in
1970 Art Deco Style Black Bakelite and Gilded Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This unique 1970s vintage shoulder bag is a striking example of Art Deco revival style. It features
$6,583
H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 3.15 in L 13.39 in
A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a highly Rare and Vintage Chanel Top Handle Bag from the late 1990s to early 2000s
Gucci Vintage Bakelite Bag
By Gucci
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Iconic and rare Gucci bag Vintage from the 60's Leather Brown color Bakelite handle Golden and
Chanel Beige Lambskin and Bakelite Vintage Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Beige Lambskin and Bakelite Vintage Classic Flap- Excellent Plus Condition Rare and
Chanel Vintage Mustard Lambkin Quilted Handbag with Bakelite Chain - circa 1998
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage Mustard Lambkin Quilted Handbag with Bakelite Chain - circa 1998. This handbag is in
Vintage Multicolor Decoupage Printed Handbag with Bakelite Handle - circa 1950's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Multicolor Decoupage Printed Handbag with Bakelite Handle - circa 1950's. This bag is in
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H 7.25 in D 3.2 in L 9.5 in
Bonwit Teller Leather Handbag with Bakelite Hardware Vintage 60s Made in Italy
By Bonwit Teller
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This vintage bag was made in Italy for BONWIT TELLER, most likely in the 1960s. Made from black
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H 4.73 in W 9.45 in D 2.37 in L 22.05 in
1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1930s Art Deco evening shoulder bag is crafted from rich amber-hued Bakelite, a highly
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H 7 in W 10.25 in D 2.75 in
GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Navy Blue Leather HANDBAG Tote PURSE w/ Bakelite
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant navy blue leather vintage handbag from the 70s by GUCCI, featuring bakelite emebellishment
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H 6.75 in W 9 in D 3.5 in
GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Black Leather HANDBAG Flap Purse w/ BAKELITE HANDLE Rare
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
. Comes with its original GUCCI dustbag Further comments: Beautiful BAKELITE handle & closure. Matching
Vintage Art Deco Leather & Bakelite Clutch Bag 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Art Deco Bakelite Clutch Bag from the 1930s. An eternally classic black leather clutch
Vintage Gucci 1960s Leather & Bakelite Top Handle Bag
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A 1960s Gucci purse in mustard yellow leather with black bakelite top handle and clasp. Gold
1950s Brown Bakelite and Leather Italian Clutch Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Bakelite with the classic elegance of genuine leather. The exterior features a sleek, rectangular Bakelite
Vintage Brown Beaded Bag with Bakelite Bucket Top and Woven Strap - circa 1940's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Brown Beaded Bag with Bakelite Bucket Top and Woven Strap - circa 1940's. This vintage bag
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H 7.49 in W 14.18 in D 1.97 in L 25.6 in
A 1980s Black Leather and Faux Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Top Handle Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
tortoiseshell Bakelite, which provides a warm, translucent contrast to the deep black leather. This blend of
Vintage 1930's era Bakelite floral printed hand beaded purse
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage 1930's era floral printed hand beaded bakelite purse
Vintage Black Moire Bakelite Accented Bag
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, 1940's- 50's black moire bag with wrist strap and 4 brass studded bakelite ball accents
Vintage 1950's Patenet Leather Handbag with Bakelite Closure
Located in Chicago, IL
black patent leather accented with a bakelite closure. *Measurements* 13 1/4"w x 18 1/4"h
Chanel Vintage Denim Handbag and brown bakelite Handle
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel vintage denim handbag with handle in brown bakelite. Good vintage condition some light wear
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Leather and Bakelite Vintage bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Vintage bag in Lambskin Leather and bakelite hardware and handles Really good condition
Chanel Vintage White Leather Small Flap Bag with Bakelite Strap
By Chanel
Located in Malibu, CA
Chanel Vintage White Leather Flap Bag- Excellent Condition The Bakelite twist lock and chain
Chanel Vintage White Leather Camellia Day Bag with Bakelite Handles
By Chanel
Located in Malibu, CA
Chanel Vintage White Leather Camellia Day Bag- EXCELLENT The rounded Bakelite handles add interest
Fabulous Vintage Nettie Rosenstein Crocodile and Bakelite Handbag
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Fabulous vintage Nettie Rosenstein crocodile and Bakelite large day bag, handbag. Beyond fantastic
Genuine Vintage Lizard and Bakelite Handbag by Bass
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an incredible vintage handbag. The shape is unusual and it is rare to come by in this
CHANEL blue DENIM CHOCOLATE BAR MEDIUM FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Chocolate Bar Medium Flap Bag is crafted from classic blue denim with the signature chocolate bar quilted pattern, offering a modern yet timeless aesthetic...
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 ...
$5,596Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton LV x TM Murakami White Speedy Bandoulière 25 New 2025 Release
By Takashi Murakami, Louis Vuitton
Located in West Chester, PA
LOUIS VUITTON EXTREMELY LIMITED EDITION Remake of the original ICONIC Murakami White Multicolor Speedy Our pictures are of the actual bag you will receive Dimensions: 9.8" L x 7.5"...
2000s Burberry Navy Blue Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in Arnhem, NL
Burberry shoulder bag made of blue navy textured leather with gold toned hardware. The interior is lined with black fabric and navy blue leather, and next to the major compartment it...
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.67 in D 6.3 in L 11.82 in
Hermès 2011 Birkin 30cm Pink Box Calf Leather Women's Handbag New
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Bag Birkin 30cm Box Calf Pink New - 2410152001 Brand: Hermès Type : Hermes Birkin Bag Inside Detail: N/A Base Size: 30cm Height: 22cm Depth: 16cm Weight: Material: Box Calf L...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 4 in L 6.25 in
Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
By Harry Rosenfeld, Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy
Located in University City, MO
HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side ...
Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
Vintage 1960's Ivory Woven Basket Bag Pearlescent Lucite Handles
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful early 1960's ivory basket bag, accented by pearlescent lucite handles, is just the piece to add to your vintage accessory collection. The elegant rectangle shape is ...
Chanel Lurex Linen Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Tote in lurex linen with gold leather lining. Linen is metallic gold with over quilting with signature chain handles. Charming miniature shopping bag size with logo clasp...
1950s Black and White Pearl Encrusted Vintage 50s Saucer Hat and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievably chic black and white straw saucer wide brim hat and matching bag set! Features a navy blue and white woven straw on both pieces. Hat features an extra wide brim, and has...
White one shoulder evening dress ( or wedding dress) CHRISTIAN DIOR
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White one shoulder evening dress ( or wedding dress) Invisible zip closure and hook&eye on the left side. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
$1,016Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium / Large
Chic 1960s Mademoiselle Canary Yellow Silk Borcade A - Line Dress & Jacket Suit
By MADEMOISELLE
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s vintage MADEMOISELLE canary yellow silk brocade A-Line dress and coat ensemble! Dress features a fitted bodice with a bell shaped skirt. Gold metallic embroidery detail at w...
FENDI camel brown 2021 FRIST MEDIUM SHEARLING Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Fendi First Medium bag in Camel tan brown shearling fur and smooth calfskin leather is a luxurious statement piece with rich texture and bold design. It features ...
Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Charming Jean Bernard Figural black suede bag from Paris, 1950's. Black fluted half moon shape with tubular suede loop handle. Faille lining with various compartments. 8.5" x 4.5" x ...
Louis Vuitton 2010 Sac Thames LV Damier Ebene Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton bag, Thames model in Damier ebony canvas (dark brown), brown leather and gold metal, red canvas interior with 2 patch pockets, Louis Vuitton Inventeur plaque ... in eng...
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.