Vanda Smith - Beaded Antique Lace Neck Bag - Necklace - One-Off Piece
Located in KENT, GB
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Vanda Smith - Beaded Antique Lace Neck Bag - Necklace - One-Off Piece
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Vanda Smith - Beaded Vintage Lace Neck Bag - Necklace - One-Off Piece - Delicate
Victorian Micro-Beaded Scenic Fringed Bag. Floral Metal Clasp. 1880's.
Located in University City, MO
Victorian micro-beaded scenic fringed bag depicting two Shaker style cottages in a stylized
Early 1990s Gucci 'GG' Logo Beaded Black Satin Mini Evening Bag
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
internal magnetic closure, matching silk lining, fully beaded handles, and a beaded interlocking 'GG' logo
S/S 2002 Chloé by Phoebe Philo Crescent Beaded Bracelet Bag
By Phoebe Philo, Chloé
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting a Spring/Summer 2002 Chloé by Phoebe Philo half moon bracelet bag hand-beaded that is
RARE Chanel Gripoix Beaded Black Leather Chain Trim Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Chanel Gripoix Beaded Black Leather Chain Trim Classic Flap Bag in excellent condition. Black
Beige leather bag with handle in resin beads Christian Dior Numbered
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige leather bag with stiff handle in resin beads ( amber aspect) Branded nylon lining. One snap
Chanel Jet Beaded Gold Frame Cage With Chain Handle and CC Logo Clasp Box Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
A modern Chanel jet-beaded wire box bag with "CC" Logo clasp, snake cable chain strap and lucite
Oscar de la Renta Hand Beaded Brown Leather Handbag, Italy. NWOT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Palm Desert, CA
. Purchased in Neiman Marcus. Made in Italy. Bag is hand beaded with gold palliates in different shapes
C.1980 Disco Glam Christian Dior Logo Copper Beaded Evening Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
You will be the belle of the disco ball with this Christian Dior copper beaded evening handbag with
1990's Vintage Moschino Bag Colourful Camp Nylon Beaded Handle Handbag
By Redwall, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
lace style trim and Gold tone beaded handle hardware, produced by REDWALL. MADE IN ITALY
Rare Bottega Veneta Silk Evening Bag with Beaded Wire Frame + Butterflies
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
beads, it features gemstones and tiny butterflies throughout. Fully lined in cram silk, it has two
BOTTEGA VENETA Knot Limited Edition scaled leather applique bead box clutch
By Bottega Veneta, Tomas Maier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA Knot Limited Edition scaled leather applique bead box clutch Reference: TGAS/E00673
Vintage Bottega Veneta Black Satin Intrecciato Bag with Black Beaded Tassel
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
of opulence to its already captivating design, the bag is adorned with black beaded accents. These
MATICEVSKI Romancing white bead diamante silver metal flower box clutch bag
By Maticevski
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MATICEVSKI Romancing white bead diamante silver metal flower clasp box clutch bag Reference: KEDG
Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Velvet Beaded Mombasa Handbag
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
featuring brown leather accents and a beaded cross motif at the center to draw in the eye. The star of the
Barbara Lee Italian Gold Crochet & Ruby Red Beaded Handbag, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960's Italian made Barbara Lee gold crochet handbag embellished with ruby red faceted beads. The
Vintage Gucci Bamboo Crystal Embellished Black Satin Beaded Mini Evening Bag
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
bag is delicately embroidered with tonal beaded paisley patterns, creating an elegant textured finish
Gucci Tom Ford Limited Flora Beaded Embroidered Horsebit Bag - Museum Piece
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA BEADED HOBO BAG XL SIZE LIMITED EDITON - ONLY VERY FEW
1980's House of Lesage French Beaded Mod Sophia Loren Handbag
By Lesage
Located in Atlanta, GA
utilize to perfect the beaded design. The interior and sides are lined in a bubblegum pink fabric and the
Late 1920s or Early 1930s Art Deco Cream and Gold Beaded Bag
Located in London, GB
Late 1920s or early 1930s cream and gold beaded handbag. The most striking feature about this bag
Richere Ivory Beaded Handbag / Clutch Bag Hand Made in Japan circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Richere handbag hand made in Japan, embellished with ivory beads, and with a snap clasp
Striking Vintage 1920s Art Deco Purse Blue & Silver Beaded Tassel Flapper Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1920s blue beaded flapper purse. Features intricate silver frame, with beads at
S/S 2000 Dolce & Gabbana "Mix & Match" Paisley Rhinestone Beaded Flower Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rhinestone embellished mini bag designed by Dolce & Gabbana. As part of the Spring/Summer 2000 "Mix & Match" collection, this piece features the season's iconic paisley ...
George Baring Turquoise Micro Bead and Jewel Pochette Evening Bag – Paris, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Crusted with .5 mm, sand-grain sized beads, at first glance this spectacular evening bag looks like
Walborg 1970's Beaded Satin Evening Bag in the Art Deco Style
By Walborg
Located in New Hope, PA
black and silver caviar beads with a matching beaded tassel. A woven black cord is used for the
1990s Gucci Silk Satin Beaded GG Logo Kiss-Lock Medium Frame Bag
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
features a kiss-lock closure, matching silk lining, fully beaded handles, and a beaded interlocking 'GG
1940s Saks Fifth Ave. made in France gold & ivory beaded evening bag
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely 1940s Saks Fifth Ave. made in France gold & ivory beaded evening bag...Silver clasp is set
A wonderful micro beaded handbag, with an Oriental mask frame, France, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An beautiful and very rare beaded handbag with a wonderful carved Bakelite Japanese mask/cherry
Vanda Smith - Beaded Vintage Lace + Suede Neck Bag - Necklace - One-Off Piece
Located in KENT, GB
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Vanda Smith - Beaded Antique Lace Wrist Bag - Bracelet Cuff - One-Off Piece
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Vanda Smith - Beaded Antique Lace Wrist Bag - Bracelet Cuff - One-Off Piece
Josef Mid Blue Beaded Bag with Lucite and Rhinestones Clasp circa 1930s
By Josef
Located in London, GB
Lovely Josef mid blue beaded bag with an unusual silver plated, clear lucite and rhinestones clasp
Plastic White Wicker Handbag with Beaded Floral Fabric and Lucite Frame 1950s
Located in London, GB
a lovely beaded design, and pale gold ric rac edging. The handles, frame and clasp are mother of
Fendi Beaded Sequin Blush/Multicolor Micro Baguette Crossbody Bag w. Dust Bag
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Fendi Beaded Sequin Blush Micro Baguette Crossbody Bag W/ Dust Bag Made In: Italy Color: Blush and
Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda Ivory Beaded Evening Minaudière with Antique Gold Hard
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Dallas, TX
Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda Ivory Beaded Evening Minaudière with Antique Gold Hardware A stunning
Gorgeous 1950s X Large Fully Beaded Navy Blue Needlepoint 50s Tapestry Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage late 1950s large fully beaded British Hong Kong needlepoint tapestry handbag
Shimmering Antique Art Deco 1920s Marcasite Beaded Paisley Flapper Evening Bag
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautifully textured, antique estate paisley fabric purse from the 1920's is richly embellished with thousands of tiny, hand-sewn, semi-precious marcasite stones which enhance and el...
Gianni Versace Rare Vintage Sequined and Beaded Drawstring Mini Bucket Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Iconic Rare and timeless vintage Gianni Versace drawstring bucket bag. This is a limited edition bag from the early 1990’s that is finely crafted of hand beading and raised sequins a...
Denise Francelle Attrib Floral Petit Point and Ivory Pavé Bead Evening Bag, 1950
By Denise Francelle
Located in Tucson, AZ
A coveted mid-century combination of both pavé beads AND petit point embroidery, this demure
A Vintage 1950s Black Beaded scalloped shaped evening bag with gold handle
Located in London, GB
A chic black beaded evening bag. The bag has central clasp and is lined in satin with two internal
Tom Ford for Gucci Collectible Fully Beaded Chocolate White Clutch Mini Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Fully Beaded Chocolate White Frame Mini Bag Clutch Gold-tone Hardware Dual Chain
S/S 2005 Gucci Beaded Embroidered Sequin Flora Medium Jackie Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning beaded Flora Gucci Jackie bag, designed by Frida Giannini. From the Spring
2012 FENDI "Daisy" Beaded Genuine Snakeskin Fox Fur Trim Crossbody Clutch Bag
Located in Thiensville, WI
Fendi "Daisy" blue genuine snakeskin convertible crossbody clutch. Multi-color beaded floral front
1920s Black Beaded Wristlet Art Deco Triangular Vintage 20s Evening Bag Purse
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite 1920s handmade black silk beaded triangular evening wristlet bag ! Includes a note that
A white micro beaded evening bag, for Saks Fifth Avenue, France, 1950s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Of high French quality workmanship, this very smart and classic evening bag is all hand beaded, and
Strictly Personal Purse Black Satin and Gold Beads Shaped Like A Secret Diary
By Eric de Kolb
Located in New Hope, PA
Very witty and a great size for an evening bag, these bags were retailed by high end department
George Baring White Micro Bead Evening Bag w Louis XVI Needlework– Paris, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Regal and elegant, this evening bag combines .5 mm white micro beads with clusters of gold beads to
1930's French Caviar Beaded Evening Bag with Enamel Frame, Saks Fifth Avenue
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in New Hope, PA
This beautiful beaded French evening bag has a pastel pink floral design, edged in silver beads
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Beaded Fringe Bamboo Mini Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black beaded fringe Gucci mini bag, designed by Tom Ford. Step into the
rare DRIES VAN NOTEN navy orange sequins silver bead fringe knot clutch bag
By Dries van Noten
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare DRIES VAN NOTEN navy orange sequins silver bead fringe knot clutch bag Brand: Dries Van Noten
D&G DOLCE GABBANA Vintage red plaid tartan floral bead embellished tote bag
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Hong Kong, NT
D&G DOLCE GABBANA Vintage red plaid tartan floral bead embellished tote bag Brand: D&G Designer
White Caviar Bead Box Purse w Tortoiseshell Lucite Lid and Braid Handle, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
retro appeal of Lucite to create a handbag appropriate for day or evening. A braided caviar bead top
French Art Deco Cream, Pale Grey and Dark Grey Beaded Purse with Mirror
Located in London, GB
French Art Deco purse in neutral colours of creamy white, pale grey and shimmering dark grey beads
Prada Vintage S/S 2000 Cleo Silk Beaded Bag in Icy Blue
By Prada
Located in Melbourne, VIC
This bag is Prada's playful take on the iconic Cleo style Crafted from lustrous icy blue silk satin, this archival piece is hand-embellished with jet-black beadwork arranged in delic...
S/S 2000 Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Black Canvas Green Python Beaded Baguette
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
2000 collection. This baguette showcases a vibrant beaded floral design, adding a burst of color and
Vintage 1920's gold silk lamé floral evening bag beaded handbag Art deco lamé
Located in Nashville, TN
pattern of small pearlescent beads, is a marvel to behold. The front and reverse of the bag, are accented
Bottega Veneta Copper Chain and Woven Bead Cross Body Shoulder Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New Hope, PA
Sparkling beads on a narrow gold chain are woven through the larger scale copper chain on the front
Late 1940s Saks Fifth Avenue Black Silk Beaded Evening Bag Handbag Made in Franc
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
1940s. Made from black silk, it features gold bugle and tiny white pearl beads throughout. It's fully
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.