Vintage 1960's Silver Beaded Evening Purse Silver Beaded Fringed Purse Cocktail
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly enchanting 1960's beaded evening bag, embellished with a silver lurex base which is in
Vintage 1960's Silver Beaded Evening Purse Silver Beaded Fringed Purse Cocktail
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly enchanting 1960's beaded evening bag, embellished with a silver lurex base which is in
Léo Miller beaded bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ANONYMOUS -Small pink bag embroidered with Leo Miller beads. Condition: Good condition Dimensions
1950s Koret Coral Seed Beaded Handbag w Seed Bead Loop Fringed Bottom
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret coral color seed beaded handbag with beaded handle, seed bead looped fringe bottom and
Vintage 1920's Beaded Evening Bag 1920's Flapper Purse Blue and Red Beaded Bag
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful 1920's beaded bag, showcases the most intricate and beautiful beadwork. Rendered in
Swarovski Crystal Beaded Calfskin Leather Clutch
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning Daniel Swarovski crystal beaded clutch has tan buff calfskin leather with a light
Michael Powolny Attributed WW Beaded Bag
Located in Sharon, CT
A fine beaded bag with Putties, wreaths and floral sprays on a white field. Multi colored tassel
1960s Beaded Brown Silk Evening Bag
Located in Paris, FR
Brown silk satin evening small beaded bag featuring a gold tone hardware, a gold tone chain, a top
Chanel Black Beaded Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
crafted from black satin and features a black beaded motif on both sides, a black rope shoulder strap, and
Daniel Swarovski Small Beaded Bag
By Daniel Swarovski, Swarovski
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Swarovski - (Made in France) Small pearl evening bag with its pouch. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 13 cm, Width: 15cm, Depth: 3.5 cm Condition: Very good conditio...
Walborg Deco-Inspired Beaded Evening Bag
By Walborg
Located in Alford, MA
Walborg Art Deco inspired evening bag composed of black and gold beads, both reflective bugle beads
1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag
Located in Sharon, CT
French Chinoise Beaded Hand Bag. Embroidered with silk and gold metallic threads are Butterflies
Silver Beaded Bag by Daniel Swarovski
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in PARIS, FR
design of woven silver-toned metal threads. Each threat has many silver-toned metal beads with crystal
Larisa Barrera Metallic Beaded Evening bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Larisa Barrera Metallic Beaded Evening bag. The bag is completely covered in sequins and beads in
Andrew Gn Beaded Embroidered Chain Bag
By Andrew Gn
Located in Boca Raton, FL
embroidery, brought to life through beads, sequins, and metallic accents in gold and bronze tones. A long
Vintage Beaded Multi Colour Evening Bag
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage beaded evening , in multicolours with a scallop edge. The bag has a top zip opening
Antique Beaded Flapper Hand Bag 1920s Purse
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is an amazing handbag, lined in silk. Most likely french. Fabulous colorway on this, purple, green and red, just stunning!! Cabochons stones on the frame in Red and blue. Ornat...
Vintage Bottega Veneta Green Beaded Mini Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite vintage Bottega Veneta handbag is a rare collector’s piece. The intricate beaded
Black Carnival 1940s Beaded Triangle Box Handbag
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black glass carnival bead triangular box purse. It has a twisted top handle, gold metal
Wiener Werkstatt Beaded Bag Maria Likarz (attributed(
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Sharon, CT
Extraordinary and rare bag from the Wiener Werstatte. Fine bright red beads, abstract design with
Chanel 1980s Beaded Jeweled Minaudiere Ultra Rare
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptionally rare archival piece from Chanel, estimated to date back to 1988. This cylindrical clutch features intricate hand-applied beading, vibrant cabochons, and a bold centr...
Mary Frances Gold Bead Embellished Novelty Minaudiere
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
minaudiere style evening clutch! Black velvet hard casing is accompanied by a plethora of gold beaded
Bonwit Teller Tangerine hand-beaded evening bag
By Bonwit Teller
Located in New York, NY
Bonwit Teller Tangerine hand-beaded evening bag is done with micro-sized glass seed beads styled in
Blue Carnival Glass Beaded 1940s Round Box Handbag
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular midnight blue carnival glass beaded round box purse. The handbag has vertical raised
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag, Saks Fifth Ave.
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag of gold seed beads with tri color cabochon and gilt bullion
1940s High Quality Black Beads and Brass French Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
, featuring an intricate scalloped pattern of shimmering black glass seed beads and elongated bugle beads. The
1950s Black Beaded Evening Bag with Red Roses
Located in Toronto, Ontario
seed beads that are vividly contrasted by embroidered red and green roses. The frame of the bag is gold
Vintage 1940's Embroidered Bow Wristlet Handbag Beaded Floral Purse
Located in Nashville, TN
set rhinestone, pearlescent beads, and gold thread embroidery.The bag opens to a tan coloured taffeta
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
NWT's BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Embroidered Evening Beaded Bag Bridal Wedding
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
floral design and clear beads Long fringes with a bead placed at each end NWT's Comes with box, tissue
Giorgio Armani Pale Blue Glass Beaded Shoulder Bag — c. 1990s
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Boca Raton, FL
glass tube beads, meticulously linked to create a delicate, translucent lattice over a soft champagne
Vintage Bottega Veneta Colorful Beads Sculptural Organza Minaudieré Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beaded handbags were all the rage for much of the 19th century. Called reticules, these small bags
Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW 68453
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68453 This Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW is a rare find
Valentino Garavani 90s Women's Small Shopper Bag with Beaded Daisies
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Rubiera, RE
VALENTINO GARAVANI late 90s Little shopper with beaded daises Hand-embroidered with white and
NWT's RANDOLPH DUKE Y2K Vintage Pink + Orange Beaded Evening Bag
By Randolph Duke
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Randolph Duke The Look Vintage 2000's Light baby pink scalloped beads draped over orange sequins
Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag from the 1940's set in sterling silver. Dozens of
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Black Dark Iridescent Beaded Mini Micro Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Entirely embellished encrusted with beads, sequins, and gemstones Jet black
1950s Black and Gold Caviar Beaded Floral Evening Purse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black and gold caviar beaded evening purse Floral micro beaded design Gold jeweled clasp closure
Wiener Werkstatte Graphic Turquoise Blue Beaded Bag with Frame
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
in navy blue, gold, brick red and metallic beads, all set against a beaded turquoise background. The
UNWORN Gucci Limited Edition Flora Print Beaded Embroidered Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA BEADED SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG LIMITED EDITON - ONLY VERY FEW
Art Deco Reticule Purse in taffeta and beads- France Circa 1925
Located in Toulon, FR
. Embroidery in solar rays ending with matching tassels. Matching handle also finished with a beaded rosebud
1930's Hattie Carnegie Black Oversized Bugle Beaded Clutch
By Hattie Carnegie, Hattie Carnegie
Located in New Hope, PA
This is a stunning beaded clutch from the 20th century American designer Hattie Carnegie. The bag
Blue & Green Blossom Silk Handbag With Cloisonné Beaded Handle circa 1960s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your accessory collection with this stunning Blue & Green Blossom Silk Handbag with Beaded
$450Sale Price|40% Off
Lilac Beaded Evening Bag with Caviar Beadwork circa 1950
Located in New Hope, PA
loops of caviar beads in shades of lilac to pale pink in a floral or grape cluster motif. The bag has a
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag: Gold Lurex hand bag
$800Sale Price|20% Off
NWT's BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Gold Entirely Glass Beaded Evening Bag Purse
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Entirely covered in yellow gold glass beads Top handle NWT's Pristine
VALENTINO silver bead embellished grey leather crossbody large tote bag
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO silver bead embellished grey leather crossbody large tote bag Reference: WEWN/A00017
Vintage Nettie Rosenstein Gold Cylindrical Beaded Evening Bag 1930s
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous and rare Vintage Nettie Rosenstein Evening Bag. A landscape cylinder inspired design is topped with a double handle and gloriously flaunts gold micro beading in a foliate ...
1990s Giorgio Armani Agate Beaded Mosaic Evening Bag Vintage Italian Couture
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Boca Raton, FL
agate beads in rich, earthy tones. This is a museum-worthy piece that exemplifies Armani’s refined
Rare Brooks Multicolored Micro-Seed Double-Purse Beaded Purse
Located in New York, NY
Brooks multicolored double-purse has micro-sized seed beading throughout. Hand-beaded in France
Walborg Black Hand Beaded Envelope Evening Clutch Purse, Belgium – 1950s
By Walborg
Located in Tucson, AZ
evening clutch with scrolling seed and bugle beads front and back; snapping front closure. Interior fully
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closure push lock Frame
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
Joseph Magnin Co. Silver-Tone Beaded Cylindrical Mini Evening Bag circa 1960s
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Joseph Magnin Co. Silver-Tone Beaded Cylindrical Mini Evening Bag from the circa
1960s Italian Black + Gold Beaded Vintage 60s Evening Bag Handbag Purse
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1960s black and gold beaded Italian evening bag! Intricate gold chain can be worn on the
Vintage 1940's Purse Embroidered Floral Beaded Wristlet Evening Bag Pearl Pastel
Located in Nashville, TN
, pink, blue, lilac, yellow and apricot with pearlescent beads and gold toned metal bead accents, this
Gilded Etched Gold Tone Hardware Frame Micro Beaded "Roses" Handbag
Located in New York, NY
gilded gold tone hardware chain. The multi-color hand-beaded micro-seed "Multi-Roses" completes
Andrew Gn Black Snakeskin Pocket Bag Beaded Appliqués & Semi-Precious Stones
By Andrew Gn
Located in Boca Raton, FL
vibrant floral appliqués made from embroidered thread, sequins, and beaded details in shades of orange and
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.
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.
On the purse’s anniversary, we reflect on its remarkable versatility.