Burberry Supernova Check Large Nickie Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Amman, JO
Burberry Supernova Check Large Nickie Tote Bag Classic British elegance meets everyday
Burberry Supernova Check Large Nickie Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Amman, JO
Burberry Supernova Check Large Nickie Tote Bag Classic British elegance meets everyday
Burberry Red Nova Check PM Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Paris, FR
Burberry Red Nova Check PM tote bag featuring featuring an iconic nylon check pattern, brown cotton
2000s Burberry Black and White Check Canvas Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Arnhem, NL
Burberry canvas tote crafted from black & white canvas with the Burberry check. The bag features
$423Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.34 in W 14.97 in
2000s Burberry Tote / Shoulder Bag in Black & White Tartan Canvas
By Burberry
Located in Arnhem, NL
A Burberry tote/shoulder bag made of black & white canvas with the Burberry tartan pattern. The bag
2000s Burberry Black and White Nova Check Nylon Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Arnhem, NL
A Burberry tote/shoulder bag made of black/white/gray nova check nylon, black patent leather trim
$621
H 10.5 in W 4 in L 13.5 in
Burberry London Beige Nova Check Coated Canvas Tote Bag Upcycle Ready 9b419s
By Burberry London
Located in Dix hills, NY
Burberry London Beige Nova Check Coated Canvas Tote Bag Upcycle Ready 9b419s Made In: Italy
BURBERRY orange & brown MONOGRAM SOCIETY SMALL Top Handle Bag
By Burberry
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Burberry Society top handle shoulder bag in pale beige, orange and black printed
Burberry Nova Check Tote Bag With Burberry Dust Bag
By Burberry
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Burberry Nova Check Tote Bag With Burberry Dust Bag Made in Italy The Burberry Nova Check is an
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1990s Burberry Nova Check PVC Mini Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Burberry classic Nova checked PVC coated mini tote from the late 1990s, early 2000s. Dark brown
NEW Burberry Black Printed Logo Econyl Tote Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in San Marcos, CA
New Burberry Black Printed Logo Econyl Tote Shoulder Bag Authenticity Guaranteed DETAILS Brand
NEW Burberry Beige Printed Logo Econyl Tote Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in San Marcos, CA
New Burberry Beige Printed Logo Econyl Tote Shoulder Bag Authenticity Guaranteed DETAILS Brand
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H 11.4 in W 4.7 in L 18.5 in
NEW Burberry Black Haymarket Check Reversible Leather Tote Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in San Marcos, CA
New Burberry Black Haymarket Check Reversible Leather Tote Shoulder Bag Authenticity Guaranteed
Unavailable
H 11.4 in W 4.7 in L 18.5 in
NEW Burberry Red Haymarket Check Reversible Leather Tote Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in San Marcos, CA
New Burberry Red Haymarket Check Reversible Leather Tote Shoulder Bag Authenticity Guaranteed
Burberry Brown Leather Laser-Cut Floral Hobo Bag
By Burberry
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Burberry Hobo bag made of leather with laser-cut floral detailing, adjustable shoulder strap, top
BURBERRY Large Black Nova Check Plaid Shopper Tote
By Burberry
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic BURBERRY Large Black Nova Check Plaid Shopper Tote. It is done in classic
Burberry Beige Nova Check Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Beige Burberry Nova Check Tote Bag. The Burberry tote bag has a coated canvas body
Burberry Silver Tote
By Burberry
Located in London, GB
Burberry Tote bag featuring a leather tassel exterior and a rolled leather handle. Inside the
Burberry Vintage Check Tote with Red Leather Trim
By Burberry
Located in Amman, JO
Burberry Vintage Check Tote with Red Leather Trim Carry timeless elegance with this Burberry tote
Burberry Beige Brown Nova Check Canvas Tote Bag Handbag
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Burberry tote bag in beige tartan canvas with brown eather
BURBERRY Black Leather Double Belted Gold Buckle Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in San Francisco, CA
This unique BURBERRY tote bag comes in soft black leather and features a gold tone engraved logo
Black Burberry Nylon Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black nylon tote bag by Burberry. Dual leather shoulder straps. Top zip closure
Burberry Multicolor Plaid Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Multicolor plaid chemical fiber tote bag by Burberry. Top carry handles. Open
Vintage Burberry mini tote bag, handbag
By Burberry
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish vintage Burberry mini tote bag. Classic Nova check in a lightly coated canvas. It has a
Burberry golf quilted nylon & leather tote bag
By Burberry
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
New with tags, Burberry golf, quilted nylon & leather tote bag with Nova plaid lining & trim...Side
Burberry Navy Logo Print Large Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in London, GB
item comes with the original dust bag. Details Navy Cloth Large tote bag Front
Burberry Brown Leather Ruched Shopper Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in London, GB
. This item comes with original dust bag. Details Brown Leather Large tote bag Ruched detail Brown ombré
Burberry Brown Leather Weatherby Hobo Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in London, GB
original box. Details Weatherby Brown Leather Large tote bag 1x Adjustable handle Gold tone hardware Zip
Burberry Prorsum Sunburst Canvas and Leather Tote Bag.
By Burberry
Located in Amman, JO
Burberry Prorsum Sunburst Canvas and Leather Tote Bag. Material: Canvas & Leather Hardware: Gold
Burberry Beige Haymarket Check Canvas Salisbury Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
BURBERRY Haymarket Check 'Salisbury' Tote bag, crafted of the beige haymarket check canvas with
Burberry Classic Beige Nova Check Tote Bag 862361
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rub on the edge of the upper parts (Handle) Minor rub on the edge of the handle Minor wrinkle near the root of the handle Minor signs o...
Burberry Pink Nova Check Shopper Tote Bag 928bur79
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: CNQINCHOQIN Made In: China Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 7.5" Height: 16.5" Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wea...
Burberry Pink Nova Check Shopper Tote Bag 928bur79
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: CNQINCHOQIN Made In: China Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 7.5" Height: 16.5" Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wea...
Burberry Supernova Check Large Nickie Tote Bag in Coated Canvas
By Burberry
Located in Amman, JO
Burberry Supernova Check large Nickie tote bag in coated canvas A forever classic that never goes
Burberry Black Nylon Canvas Buckleigh Unisex Tote Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Burberry ' Buckleigh' unisex tote in black nylon canvas with
Burberry Coated Canvas Nova Check Shopper Tote Bag 75b429s
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 4" Height: 10.5" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Marks...
Burberry Taupe Leather Medium The Banner Tote Bag with Strap
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Introducing the Burberry 'The Banner' Tote Bag - a
Burberry Black Leather The Banner Tote Bag Satchel with Strap
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
Burberry 'The Banner' tote bag in black leather. It features House Check cotton sides, double
Burberry Black Leather The Banner Tote Bag Satchel with Strap
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
Burberry 'The Banner' tote bag in black leather. It features House Check cotton sides, double
Burberry Metallic Leather Nova Check Canvas Brooke Warrior Tote Bag
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
at no further cost For lovers of iconic heritage with a bold twist, this Burberry Brooke Warrior Tote
BURBERRY brown MONOGRAM STRIPE E-CANVAS SMALL BELTED TOTE Bag
By Burberry
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Burberry 'Small Belted' tote in brown Monogram Stripe e-canvas with brown and black
Burberry Large Banner House Check Leather Tote Shoulder Bag Black
By Burberry
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-owned Burberry large Banner House Check Leather Shoulder Bag Tote. Features grained
BURBERRY Foster brown leather gold logo open weave large tote bag
By Burberry
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BURBERRY Foster brown leather gold logo open weave large tote bag Reference: MLCO/A00033 Brand
Sold
H 10 in W 6.5 in L 14.25 in
New BURBERRY Handbag - Beige Plaid Coated Canvas & Black Leather Bag Tote
By Burberry
Located in San Francisco, CA
BURBERRY shoulder tote bag comes in beige signature plaid print rubberized canvas with black
Burberry Black Wool Nova Check Unisex Work Business Tote Bag Handbag
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
Burberry- Made in Italy'tag inside. Condition A - EXCELLENT Gently used. As seen in pictures
Burberry Taupe Leather Medium The Banner 2 Way Tote Bag with Strap
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Introducing the Burberry 'The Banner' Tote Bag - a
Burberry London Tote Bag Light Brown PVC 863488
By Burberry London
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Noticeable stain partially (Handle) Noticeable rub on a part of handle Minor signs of used on the top of the handle Minor dullness on the who...
Burberry London Beige Nova Check Tote Bag 65b512s
By Burberry London
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: T-03-1 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 4" Height: 10.5" Handle Drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior C...
Burberry London Beige Nova Check Shopper Tote Bag 1029b52
By Burberry London
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: T-05-02 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 5" Height: 12.5" Handle Drop: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Ex...
Burberry Prorsum Metallic Navy Leather Shoulder Tote Bag, Spring 2013 Collection
By Burberry Prorsum
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Burberry Prorsum direct from the runway of the iconic Spring Summer 2013 Collection comes in
BURBERRY “All Over Perspex” Jet Blue Transparent PVC Tote Bag + Pouch
By Christopher Bailey, Burberry
Located in Thiensville, WI
BURBERRY “All Over Perspex” Jet Blue Transparent PVC Tote Bag + Pouch Estimated Retail: $695
Sold
H 10.5 in W 5.5 in L 15 in
Burberry London Beige Nova House Check Jeanne Diaper Tote Bag Upcycle Ready 38b4
By Burberry London
Located in Dix hills, NY
Burberry London Beige Nova House Check Jeanne Diaper Tote Bag Upcycle Ready 38b413s Date Code
Burberry Purple-Pink Nova Check Hand Bag 2BUR918K
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: N/A Made In: N/A Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 6.5" Height: 7 " Shoulder Handle Drop: 4.5" Handle Drop: " OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B...
BURBERRY A/W 2016 "Medium Honeybrook" 2Pc Patchwork Leather Tote Bag + Zip Pouch
By Christopher Bailey, Burberry
Located in Thiensville, WI
Burberry Autumn / Winter 2016 "Medium Honeybrook" two piece patchwork leather convertible tote bag
Burberry Beige Nova Check Bucket Tote Bag 823bur9
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 5.5" Height: 9" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Markings, Very Minor ...
Burberry Large Black Nova Check 2way Tote Bag 69b23s
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Burberry Large Black Nova Check 2way Tote Bag 69b23s Measurements: Length: 18" Width: 3.5" Height
Burberry Vintage Beige Nova Check Canvas Smoke Tote Shoulder Bag
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
This Burberry Vintage Beige Nova Check Canvas Smoke Tote Shoulder Bag is a timeless classic that
Burberry Red x Beige Nova Check Tote Bag 920bur52
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear Exterior Canvas: Excellent Exterior Le...
Burberry Black Leather The Banner Tote Bag Satchel with Strap
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
Burberry 'The Banner' tote bag in black leather. It features House Check cotton sides, double
Burberry Black Leather The Banner Tote Bag Satchel with Strap
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
Burberry 'The Banner' tote bag in black leather. It features House Check cotton sides, double
Burberry Black Leather The Banner Tote Bag Satchel with Strap
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
Burberry 'The Banner' tote bag in black leather. It features House Check cotton sides, double
Burberry Small Orchard Dark Tan Ladies Tote Bag 3853773.A
By Burberry
Located in New York, NY
Brown leather and cotton cotton 'Orchard' tote from Burberry featuring a nude and black Haymarket
Burberry Blue Quilted Denim Small Lola Bucket Shoulder Bag Tote
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Burberry 'Small Lola' Shoulder bucket bag. Blue quilted denim
Burberry Blue Denim Quilted Small Lola Bucket Shoulder Bag Tote
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Burberry 'Small Lola' Shoulder bucket bag. Blue quilted denim
Burberry Blue Denim Quilted Small Lola Bucket Shoulder Bag Tote
By Burberry
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Burberry 'Small Lola' Shoulder bucket bag. Blue quilted denim
BURBERRY Foster brown leather gold logo open weave large tote bag
By Burberry
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BURBERRY Foster brown leather gold logo open weave large tote bag Reference: MLCO/A00033 Brand
BURBERRY Sepia grey leather BANNER SOFT MEDIUM TOTE Bag
By Burberry London
Located in Zürich, CH
Burberry 'Banner Soft Medium' tote in Sepia (pewter grey) wrinkly high-shine leather. Lined in
$1,865Sale Price|20% Off
Céline Large Tartan Pliage Patapan Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Geneva, CH
Created by Hedi Slimane for Céline in 2021, this tote bag is crafted in a black and red wool tartan fabric. It features a black calfskin leather oversize logo as well as black calfsk...
$6,850
W 0.99 in L 0.91 in
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Emerald with Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 3.92 carats, Blue Sapphire 2.53 carats, Cabochon Blue Sapphire 0.40 carat, Cabochon Emerald 0.68 carats and Diamond 0.42 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings W...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Hermes Toto MM Tote Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes 1990s "Toto" tote bag featuring charcoal grey/light grey, cotton, stripe detailing, two top handles, press-stud fastening, main compartment, palladium-tone hardware. Circa 199...
$624Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in W 4 in L 11 in
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Green Mens Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of nubuck and pigskin leather in dark green featuring matte gold toned hardware. Front flap double magnetic snap closure adorned with ...
Ferragamo Faux Crocodile Shoulder Bag
By Ferragamo
Located in New York, NY
Ferragamo Faux Crocodile Shoulder Bag from the 1990's. Zipper top entry. Embossed croc patterned leather with zip entry. Logo embossed gold metal plated hardware. One interior zip po...
New Karl Lagerfeld's 2014 Fendi Vitello Circuit Inlay Large Leather 3Jours Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Karl Lagerfeld For Fendi New with Tags & Dust Cover Spring 2014 Vitello Circuit Inlay Large Leather 3Jours Purple Plum, Pinkish Beige Bi-Color Leather Silver Metal Hardware Fendi Da...
$5,887
H 16.15 in Dm 10.83 in L 24.81 in
Hermès Tigre Royal Bucket Bag Chevrons Toile Canvas Barenia Leather
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bucket Bag Print: "Tigre Royal" (Royal Tiger) Made in France Stamp N in Square, 2010, Year of the Tiger in the chinese zodiac Made of Toile Ch...
S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Ad Red Genuine Eel Skin Shoulder Bag
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gianni Versace shoulder bag from the Spring/Summer 2002 collection by Donatella Versace is crafted in glossy red genuine eel skin. The sculptural silhouette features a strap wit...
$4,875Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage But New Beaded Fendi Baguette Bag W Patent Leather & Swarovski Crystals
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Limited Edition Fendi Beaded Baguette Rare Unworn Vintage Find! Black & Orange Beading Throughout Patent Leather Trim Swarovski Crystal Front Clasp Orange Satin Lining Hologram & Se...
$21,892Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston Premier Ladies Diamonds & 18k Rose Gold & Satin Strap
By Harry Winston
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
NEW FACTORY STICKERS STILL INTACT BRAND: Harry Winston MODEL: Premier REFRENCE: PRNQHM36RR001 SIZE: 36mm CASE: Rose Quartz DIAL: Mother of Pearl MOVEMENT: Quartz SKU: WL1937
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rare Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Runway Coat Houndstooth Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Archival Thierry Mugler Piece, FW1995 Collection. Extremely rare Thierry Mugler Star-Houndstooth Coat. Wearable Art. Legendary Thierry Mugler created his very own version of the cl...
$15,562
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Métiers d'Art 'Paris-London' Lesage Tweed Coat, PF 2008
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Chanel ▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Collection: Métiers d'Art, 'Paris-London', Pre-Fall 2008 ▪ Fabric 1: Tweed, 52% Wool, 45% Silk, 2% Viscose, 1% Polyester ▪ Fabri...
$930
H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 5.52 in
Christian Dior bag in teal quilted canvas with "Dior" charms, 1920s
By Christian Dior
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Refined and luminous, this Dior bag is a collectible 2000s jewel. Made of teal quilted canvas with tone-on-tone leather details, it features iconic dangling metallic "D-I-O-R" charms...
Cartier Bordeaux Leather Handbag
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Cartier Bordeaux leather handbag featuring a long shape, two top handles, a top zip closure, gold-tone hardware, inside zip pocket, logo lining, a leather inside logo patch. 100% le...
LOUIS VUITTON white red red Epi leather NEVERFULL MM Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM tote in white Epi leather combines elegance and versatility with a striking color contrast. Featuring scarlet red handles and black tri...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Mink & Lambskin Trench Coat, FW 2005
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano trench-inspired coat from the Fall-Winter 2005 collection, in camel mink with lambskin leather trims and structural panels, fully lined in silk. The d...
Burberry, a luxury British fashion house with origins in battlefield gear and outfitting real-life explorers, is universally renowned for its vintage trench coats, jackets, footwear and handbags. The brand has undergone several transformations since its inception in the 19th century.
When the 21-year-old apprentice draper Thomas Burberry (1835–1926) opened a small clothing outfitter in Basingstoke, Hampshire, in 1856, he catered to the needs of the local population, focusing on weatherproof clothing designed for outdoor activities like hunting, riding and fishing.
Building on his success, Burberry researched more fabrics that would be suitable for these country pursuits. In 1888, he patented gabardine, a durable, breathable fabric that was ready for any British weather. The material was groundbreaking for rainwear, which previously had been bulky and heavy. Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen wore it on his 1893 North Pole expedition and Burberry later outfitted Sir Ernest Shackleton on his Antarctic expeditions. These high-profile demonstrations of its design for extreme conditions fueled Burberry’s growth as a trusted brand.
The Tielocken coat — a forerunner to the trench coat — was patented in 1912, featuring just a button at the collar and a single strap. Higher-ranking British officers during World War I donned trench coats designed by the likes of Burberry, Aquascutum and other firms.
The design of Burberry’s classic trench demonstrated a consideration of the demand for both weather protection and function on the battlefield, with every element having its purpose, whether it was the epaulets for an officer’s rank or the gun flap at the breast. When the now-familiar check — a plaid check with black, white and red stripes on a background of beige — was added as a lining during the 1920s, a fashion icon was born. Scarves and other items featuring the pattern rendered the Burberry plaid an instantly recognizable hallmark of the house around the globe.
The brand continued to gain popularity throughout the 20th century, but by the 1990s, it was in dire need of a refresh. By the time Christopher Bailey was named design director at Burberry in 2001, the check was so ubiquitous through rampant knockoffs that it had become a reference for kitsch rather than quality.
Drawing on its heritage of craftsmanship with a new streetwear edge, Bailey helped rebuild Burberry’s relevance as a reputable fashion brand. Key to this reimagining was developing an understanding of how to democratically market high-end luxury fashion. Milestones in this regard materialized in 2010, when Burberry became the first brand to livestream a fashion show (and did so using 3D technology), and in 2020, when the house brought its London Fashion Week presentation to Twitch, a popular American livestreaming service. The international visibility brought with it renewed interest in the brand, which eventually revived its tartan after dropping it from many of its clothes, including in a 2018 collaboration with Russian designer Gosha Rubchinskiy that swathed shirts, dresses, coats and bags in the check.
Although tastes have changed, the signature trench coats that date back to Burberry’s beginnings remain at the brand’s core, with new fabrics and fits continuing to adapt this British style classic to contemporary trends.
Find vintage Burberry trench coats, shoes, handbags and other outerwear and accessories on 1stDibs.
From classic medium-sized Louis Vuitton leather tote bags to authentic cube-like Loewe shoulder bags woven in raffia, the large selection of vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs offers something for special occasions as well as everyday needs.
Although part of a modern look, tote bags have been roomy and versatile accessories since at least 1944, with the launch of L.L.Bean’s “ice bag.” The Maine retailer, then largely known for rugged field coats and hunting shoes, had introduced a big, durable canvas bag that was initially intended to carry firewood or ice. In those days, to keep produce and other foods cool in refrigerators, consumers had to regularly replace the blocks of ice that were doing all the work in their bulky appliances. There was no better bag to help haul big blocks of ice from the trunk of your car to your front door and, subsequently, to your kitchen.
Years later, during the 1960s, L.L.Bean’s Boat and Tote was introduced as an overhauled structured canvas version of the ice bag. Tested to lug up to 500 pounds, the Boat and Tote became a best seller. Also during the 1960s, American designer Bonnie Cashin created the Cashin Carry for Coach. Cashin was Coach’s first lead designer, and she liked leather, large pockets and earth tones. Her modern interpretation of the tote bag introduced a touch of elegance to this increasingly ubiquitous accessory.
In the subsequent decades, more brands debuted their own iterations of the tote bag, from Tory Burch’s Perry leather tote bag to Goyard’s luxurious Saint Louis.
Pay tribute to this long and interesting history of a well-loved accessory by browsing the vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs.