Cartier Must De Cartier Suede Leather Crossbody Bag
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Cartier Must De Cartier Suede & Leather Crossbody Bag combines rich burgundy suede and leather with elegant gold-tone hardware to offer a refined accessory for any setting. T...
Cartier Vintage Burgundy Suede and Leather Clutch Pochette
By Cartier
Located in Rome, Rome
CARTIER Paris Vintage clutch bag in Burgundy suede and genuine leather. Upper zipper closure. 1 front zip pocket. Cartier logo patch on the front. Burgundy lining . 1 side zip pocket...
Cartier Crossbody 860030 Bordeaux Suede Leather Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 10.6 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 27 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 17 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.96 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 5 cm(appr...
Les Must de Cartier Bordeaux Suede Boston Weekender Duffle Bag, circa 1975
By Cartier
Located in McKinney, TX
"Starting in 1974, Les Must invested in a new area, that of leather goods. The choice of color was both unexpected and clever. By adopting a slightly raspberry tinted bordeaux, Les M...
Cartier Trinity Burgundy stripe suede handbag & matching agenda
By Cartier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cartier Trinity Burgundy stripe suede handbag & matching agenda.
Rare Vintage Les Must De Cartier Suede Leather Boston Travel Handbag
By Cartier
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Extremely rare Vintage Les Must De Cartier Suede Leather Boston Travel Handbag, circa 1975.
Cartier Les Must de Cartier Bordeaux Suede Leather Boston Hand Bag
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This beautiful Les Must de Cartier boston bag in Cartier Bordeaux suede leather is a rare sight.
Cartier "Les Musts" Suede and Calf Leather Document Fold/Clutch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Suede and Calf Leather Clutch or Fold from the "Les Musts de Cartier " collection. Smart, elegant flap top large clutch with embossed logo at snap closure. Wider at top (1....
Cartier Attache Or Carry-on 239791 Bordeaux Suede × Leather Satchel
By Cartier
Located in Dix hills, NY
Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 9" Height: 16" Handle drop: 3" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+) Signs of Wear: Minor rubbing and marks at exterior. Interior...
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H 9 in D 8 in L 14 in
Cartier Large Bordeaux Suede Leather Doctors Bag Train Case 1980s with Dust Bag
By Cartier
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This large travel bag was made by Cartier in the late 1980s. Made from Bordeaux suede and leather, it features the Cartier logo on each side, a top handle, a push lock fastener with...
Cartier Mushroom Brown Suede Purse
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
So simple, but so Cartier. Soft, velvety, fine suede gives this crescent moon bag a luxurious touch - the delicate mushroom brown color is neutral enough to go with anything, but bea...
Cartier Brown Suede Baguette
By Cartier
Located in Orlando, FL
This handbag features a suede body with leather trim, flat leather handle, top flap with magnetic closure, and interior zip and slip pockets. It carries as B condition rating. Inclu...
Vintage CARTIER Weekend in Paris suede & leather travel suitcase
By Cartier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage CARTIER PARIS signature deep red suede & leather travel suitcase. The entire outside of the case is made of suede skin, with leather straps and monogram embossed front appli...
Cartier Brown Suede Nubuck Medium Marcello de Cartier Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Cartier beauty arrives in a gorgeous shape and design. It has a brown suede nubuck body with a logo detailed hanging accent atttached to the the dual top handles, a detachable s...
Cartier Brown Python Suede Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Orlando, FL
This shoulder bag features a suede body with python leather trim, single flat leather strap, and interior zip and slip pockets. It carries a B+ condition rating. Dimensions: Lengt...
Cartier Brown Suede and Leather Medium Marcello de Cartier Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Cartier beauty arrives in a gorgeous shape and design. It has a leather and suede body with the logo detailing on the exterior and is held by two handles. The zipper secures the...
Cartier Les Must de Cartier Burgundy Suede Leather Boston Hand Bag
By Cartier
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Les Must de Cartier boston bag in red wine suede leather. Main area is secured with zipper. Inside has matching textile lining and zipper pocket. It would make a great presence where...
Cartier Gold Suede and Leather La Dona Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This La Dona bag from Cartier is gorgeous. The gold beauty is crafted from suede and leather and flaunts a distinctive style. Equipped with dual handles, the bag features a pocket on...
Cartier Gold Suede and Leather La Dona Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This La Dona bag from Cartier is gorgeous. The gold beauty is crafted from suede and leather and flaunts a distinctive style. Equipped with dual handles, the bag features a pocket on...
Cartier Burgundy Leather and Suede Marcello De Cartier Flap Top Handle Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions Here we have a fashion meets functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well sized interior that c...
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H 8.67 in W 2.96 in L 10.24 in
Cartier Dark Brown Patent Leather And Suede Classic Feminine Line Chain Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Get the ultimate luxurious finish with this Cartier bag on your shoulder. It is crafted from dark brown patent leather and suede. It comes with a flap closure, a twist lock, and a ba...
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H 9.65 in W 2.96 in L 10.24 in
Cartier Red Patent Leather/Suede and Python Classic Feminine Line Chain Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Cartier beauty arrives in gorgeous shape and design. It has a patent leather body with trims of suede and python leather and chain handles. The flap secures the spacious interio...
Cartier Red Suede Flap Bag
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cartier crossbody flap bag in red suede. The long strap, gold hardware, Cartier logo and beautiful suede material make this bag a truly unique one. Front zipper pocket underneath the...
Cartier Vintage Must Bordeaux Suede Camera Bag
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This bag is made out of suede with leather finishes and features a long strap with top zipper closure. COLOR: Bordeaux MATERIAL: Suede with leather finishes MEASURES: H 6.75” x L 1...
1980 Cartier Jewelry Travel Box in Burgundy Leather and Suede
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
LES MUST DE CARTIER (Paris) Rare jewelry travel box comprising of burgundy leather and suede on the outside and velvet interior in the same color. The interior is constructed 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...
$1,469
H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 3.15 in L 15.75 in
Iconic Gucci Vintage Black Leather Horse Bit 1955 Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A timeless piece from Gucci’s storied archive, this 1970s black leather shoulder bag exudes understated elegance and vintage sophistication. Crafted in smooth, supple leather, the de...
Christian Dior Saddle Limited edition Russia Anniversary Saddle by John Galliano
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Livingston, NJ
To mark his 10th anniversary at Dior, John Galliano designed 12 limited-edition Saddle Bags, each inspired by a different country’s culture. With only 100 of each style produced, the...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Matte Python Skin Saddle Bag & Mirror
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A rare Christian Dior mini evening saddle bag designed by John Galliano From a collectable, limited edition in 2002 Offered only in Dior flagship stores to a limited clientele Get th...
Exceptional Hermès Gold Silver Coin Purse Chainmail Wallet
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse Vintage item, made of flowing meshes Made of yellow gold and silver "HERMES PARIS", serial number, craftman's hallmark and 75...
Rare Hermès Vintage Black Leather Sac 404 Top Handle Doctor's Bag
By Hermès
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Hermes Sac 404 in black box calf leather with top handle and gold-plated metal hardware including a push-lock closure and key attached to the handle and protected by a leathe...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snakeskin Acrylic Lucite Handle Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare deep red Gucci bag from the early 2000s is crafted from dyed Karung snakeskin and finished with gold-tone hardware and a sculptural red lucite handle. Approximate Measure...
$32,909Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 3.08 in L 9.26 in
Exceptional Hermès Passe Guide Bag Shiny Ebene Porosus Crocodile Ghw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
There's the Kelly, the Birkin, the Constance, and the PASSE-GUIDE Bag ...! To me, the most beautiful Purse Ever! Here is a rare opportunity to get an exceptional Authentic Hermès P...
$288Sale Price|20% Off
H 6 in W 2.5 in L 7.5 in
1990s Vintage GUCCI Small Hobo Handbag Patent Leather Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI Small Hobo Handbag is crafted of patent leather in black featuring a massive white GG interlock logo at the front. Top flap magnetic snap closure opens to a coated...
$1,995Sale Price|33% Off
$2990 New 2025 Oscar De La Renta "The Topaz" Calf Leather Tote Bag
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Conroe, TX
Oscar De La Renta Brand New Pre-Spring 2025 "The Topaz" $2990 Deep Red Wine With Dust Cover & Tags Crafted from full-grain pebbled leather, this large tote seamlessly blends el...
$8,792Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.91 in D 6.3 in L 10.83 in
Auth. Hermès Clutch Bag Pallonnier Black Porosus Crocodile Vintage Collector
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermès Pallonnier Clutch Bag – Black Porosus Crocodile – EXVC – 2410121651 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Pallonnier Clutch Bag Color: Black Material: Porosus Crocodile (Exterior), Calf ...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
Vintage Bob Mackie Size 14 Black Velvet 1990s Sleeveless Sweetheart 90s Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s BOB MACKIE black velvet sleeveless evening gown! Features a flattering satin lined sweetheart neckline and a thigh high slit that reveals just the right amount ...
Helene Arpels Burgundy Leather Satchel Tote Made in France
Located in Sharon, CT
The bag has flat top handles and a removable shoulder strap. Turn key closure, includes lock and two keys. The Inside has a zipper pocket, one large pocket on both sides and three sm...
Gucci Vintage Blue Micro GG Monogram Canvas Handbag Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the elegance of the 1980s with this Gucci Vintage Blue Micro GG Monogram Canvas Handbag Shoulder Bag. Made in Italy, this medium-sized shoulder bag features the iconic micr...
Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This iconic Prada Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag is a masterpiece that seamlessly merges designer sophistication with functional elegance. Crafted from premium tessuto nylon...
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.