Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile-Trimmed Pony Hair Clutch
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Leopard-print pony hair clutch by Nancy Gonzalez. Orange crocodile trim. Top
Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile-Trimmed Pony Hair Clutch
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Leopard-print pony hair clutch by Nancy Gonzalez. Orange crocodile trim. Top
Valentino Garavani Vintage Embroidered Leather Clutch Purse
By Valentino
Located in Nice, FR
VALENTINO GARAVANI vintage embroidered leather clutch purse featuring gold tone hardware, faux
1970s Gucci Evening Gold Tone Beads Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Paris, FR
1970s Gucci rare evening clutch featuring gold-tone small beads, gets a front snap opening and an
1960s Whiting & Davis Clutch and Coin Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Port Hope, ON
A duo of Whiting & Davis gold mesh coin purse and crystal rhinestone clasp clutch. Both have a
1980s Burberry Wristlet Envelope Tan Leather Clutch
By Burberry
Located in London, GB
Burberry wristlet envelope clutch, tan leather, front clutch gold tone closure, double internal
Vintage Judith Leiber Buddah Crossbody Clutch Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
becomes a clutch. Comes with the original dust bag.
Sold|$1,295
Tanya Hawkes Gold and Teal Box Clutch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tanya Hawkes Gold and Teal Box Clutch in excellent condition. Gold embossed leather exterior
Must De Cartier oxblood leather clutch purse
By Cartier
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous Must De Cartier oxblood leather clutch bag. This is quite a large clutch, suitable for
Judith Leiber Beige & White Floral Beaded Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Vintage Beige & White Judith Leiber Floral Beaded Clutch. This clutch features a
Sold|$300
1920's Art Deco Beaded Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this beautiful bag is unfortunately not perfect, but it is such a beautiful example that I felt it was worth including in the collection. The body of ...
Celine Paris Pony Hair Large Size Clutch
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Celine Paris Pony Hair print clutch.Excellent condition,clean inside and outside.Inside lining
2013 Hermes Argile Tadelakt Leather Egee Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMES Argile Tadelakt Leather Egee Clutch This HERMÈS Egee is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition
Sold|$475
1980's Pieced Snake and Print Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual 1980's pieced leather clutch of patchworked snake and floral print. Suede lined with simple
Sold|$2,800
1980s Gold Chanel Clutch with Pearl Tassel
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A stunning 1980's Chanel metallic gold lamb skin clutch, with 3 large pearl and rhinestone crystal
Christian Dior Vintage Crocodile Leather Envelope Clutch
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage rare foldable handbag/envelope clutch in light brown colour crocodile
Gucci Vermillion Microguccissima Patent Leather Broadway Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vermillion Microguccissima patent leather Gucci Broadway clutch with gold-tone hardware, tonal
Bottega Veneta Crystal Embellished Knot Clutch Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
A highly rare and limited edition version of Bottega Veneta's Knot clutch bag. Finished to
Sold|$1,595
1920's Vintage Micro-beaded Clutch Bag
Located in London, GB
Rare vintage clutch from the 1920s, made in gold beads and featuring an embellished gold-tone frame
Judith Leiber Gold Starburst Box Minaudiere Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
from clutch to shoulder style to suit your taste. This piece is in excellent condition. No stains
Ralph Lauren Collection Gold/Bronze Leather Beaded Clutch
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ralph Lauren Collection Gold/Bronze Leather Beaded Clutch. This beautiful clutch is new with tags
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Ranelagh Clutch Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Ranelagh Clutch Bag Material: Canvas Color: Brown Model
Dolce and Gabbana Maroon Snakeskin Keyhole Clutch Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dolce and Gabbana Maroon Snakeskin Keyhole Clutch Bag in like new condition. Maroon snakeskin
Sold|$450
1930's British Art Deco Clutch Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
Textured dark brown leather has a raised detail on the front echoing the leather tab. A vertical
1970s Celine Black Leather Caleche Clutch
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine "Calèche" Black leather and brown leather trim clutch bag featuring iconic gold tone
Dolce & Gabbana Miss Angie Angel Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dolce & Gabbana Miss Angie Angel Shoulder Bag Clutch in excellent condition and extremely rare
Bottega Veneta The Knot Satin Box Clutch Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Geneva, CH
This pre-owned clutch Bag from the house of Bottega Veneta is a classic, timeless and striking
Emilio Pucci Gold Clutch with Pink Enamel Design
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci Gold Clutch with Pink Enamel Design. This clutch is in good condition with the wear
Burdines Gilded Gold Hardware Evening Clutch & Shoulder Bag
Located in New York, NY
Burdines gilded gold hardware evening clutch has matchinh gilded gold hardware rope shoulder straps
Whiting & Davis 1970s Metal Mesh Leopard Print Clutch
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Attract all the attention with this Whiting & Davis clutch! Circa 1990s, this clutch features gold
Hermès Rare Ostrich Gold Jige Clutch Circa 1995
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès gold ostrich jige clutch. Great overall condition, including leather lining. Letter Y for
Vintage Lucite Clutch Bag with Scallop Front
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage lucite cluth bag with a scallop front. The bag has fold over front. Measurements: width 8'', height 4'' , depth 2 1/2''.
Exotic Japanese Tooled Leather Clutch / Wallet ca 1960
Located in University City, MO
Exotic Japanese tooled leather clutch / wallet ca 1960 The unique clutch / wallet is decorated with
Gucci Rare Vintage Gold Metal GG Monogram Evening Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Transport yourself to the mid-1960s with this rare Gucci evening clutch, a shimmering piece of
Bottega Veneta Pouch Large Intrecciato Leather Clutch Burgundy
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Pouch Large Intrecciato Leather Clutch Burgundy These are professional photos of
1980's Rodo Gold Embellished Hard Evening Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's Rodo hard evening clutch. Gold tone metal embellished in a tiger stripe pattern with gold
LOUIS VUITTON Black MULTICOLORE Canvas COURTNEY Clutch Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
- LOUIS VUITTON 'Courtney' Clutch Bag in Black 'Multicolore' monogram canvas, from the Takashi
Azzedine Alaia Mini Panther Pony Hair Large Clutch NEW
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
White, camel and dark brown panthere print ponyhair Alaïa Grande pochette clutch with leather
Exotic Alligator Sterling Elephant Emblem Clutch Bag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
with glossy brown alligator skin with a sheen The chic clutch bag is adorned with a sterling
HERMES Burgundy Box Leather Egee Clutch Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Burgundy Box Leather Egee Clutch Features oversized palladium chain decoration to front of
Fendi Beige Leopard Printed Python Baguette/Clutch GHW
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
well as detachable shoulder strap to wear as clutch Made in: Italy Color: Beige, tan and black
Gucci Gold Copper Color Leather Buckle Clutch Italian
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
This ever so chic and slim Italian Gucci gold copper buckle small clutch fits an I phone 11 and Up
Gianni Versace Vintage Tan Embossed Leather Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare & vintage Gianni Versace double flap clutch bag in light brown genuine leather. Flap with
Glam C.1950 Volupte Powder Compact Carryall Clutch
Located in Atlanta, GA
separate compartment which could be used for cigarettes, money or a love note! Slip the clutch into a
1980s Yves Saint Laurent/YSL Leather and Canvas Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Yves Saint Lauren tan leather and beige canvas clutch/wristlet. Rectangular shape with tan
Judith Leiber Gold Swarovski Crystal Evening Bag Minaudiere Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Gold Swarovski Crystal Evening Bag Minaudiere Clutch in excellent condition. Gold
Loro Piana LP 19 in ostrich tan colour clutch
By Loro Piana
Located in London, England
Loro Piana LP 19 in ostrich tan colour clutch with gold hardware. Comes with dustbag, long strap
Beaded Owl Silk Handbag Clutch Green Art Deco Inspired
Located in Wallkill, NY
Adorable Beaded Clutch / Handbag Soft greens and browns on the beading. Nice condition inside 12in
Hermes Jige Elan 29 Gold Clutch Bag Evercolor Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Jige Elan 29 clutch bag featured in iconic Gold. This beautiful Hermes
Judith Leiber Vintage Gold Box Clutch with Pearl Details
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gorgeous Judith Leiber Vintage Gold Box Clutch with Pearl Details in excellent condition. Gold box
Valentino 1973 Rainbow Acrylic Clutch Bag Miniaudière, 2015
By Valentino
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rainbow acrylic Valentino 1973 minaudière with gold-tone hardware, single detachable gold tone drop-in chain-link shoulder strap, multicolored chevron pattern at front, color block s...
Alexander McQueen Leather Union Jack Skull Box Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Alexander McQueen Leather Union Jack Skull Box Clutch Bag Box frame silhouette clutch
Rare Alexander McQueen Wood Grain Print Leather Clutch 2009
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Alexander McQueen wood grain print leather clutch. Spring-Summer 2009 collection. Excellent
Gucci Italian Rare Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italian rare gilt metal minaudiere' evening clutch c 1970s The elegant gold metal clutch is
Roberto Cavalli Printed Satin Snake Roll Clutch Bag Handbag
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, Rome
Roberto Cavalli 'Snake' clutch bag, crafted in printed satin with gold-tone leather gussets. It
Bottega Veneta blush woven leather lucite frame clutch, 1980s
By Bottega Veneta
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Blush woven leather clutch with lucite frame designed by Bottega Veneta dating to the 1980's
Judith Leiber Soho Seamless Leopard Crystal Clutch In Champagne
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
quality materials. This faceted box clutch featuring crystals arranged in an audaciously glamorous leopard
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver 18K Gold Tassel Minaudiere Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
silver, this clutch is done in a pill shape and is accented at the center with a band of 18k gold with a
Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more 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.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.