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Leopard Clutch

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Leopard Print Skull Box Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2430 Model Skull Box Clutch Bag Condition Excellent Other Info Shoulder Strap Drop: 23.6
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2010s French Clutches

TYLER ELLIS Veronica Clutch Leopard Swarovski Crystal Fine Mesh
By Tyler Ellis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
as they collaborated to create an exquisite leopard print Veronica Clutch entirely embellished in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print Silk Sunflower Clutch Baguette
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print Silk Sunflower Clutch Baguette in excellent condition
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Early 2000s Clutches

Felix Rey New York Gold Mesh Pink White Clutch Bag with Leopard Print Lining
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Felix Rey New York gold mesh clutch bag with pink and white ikat weave edging, and a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clutches

Alexander McQueen De Manta Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
leopard printed satin clutch is perfect for the bold and fashion-forward. With a roomy main compartment
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Alexander McQueen De Manta Clutch
Alexander McQueen De Manta Clutch
$780
H 7.75 in W 14 in D 2 in

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Christian Louboutin Leopard Clutch Bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
A Christian Louboutin evening clutch bag in printed leopard pony skin with a gold colored clasp in
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2010s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Christian Louboutin Leopard Clutch Bag
Christian Louboutin Leopard Clutch Bag
H 5.32 in W 5.12 in D 1.58 in
Louis Vuitton Wild At Heart clutch in coated Leopard canvas, GHW
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
Louis​ ​Vuitton​ ​limited​ ​edition​ ​Wild​ ​At​ ​Heart​ ​clutch​ ​in​ ​coated​ ​Leopard​ ​canvas
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Beige Clutch Leopard Cheetah Jaguar Print Zip Pouch 9mz0125 Wallet
By Givenchy
Located in Forest Hills, NY
OVERALL LIKE NEW CONDITION ( 9.75/10 or SA ) Signs of Wear: No significant signs of use. This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Ser...
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20th Century Romanian Clutches

Fun 50s Faux Leopard Clutch
Located in Gresham, OR
Fantastic 1950s faux leopard clutch with leather trim and lining. One zippered inner pocket.
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1950s American Clutches

Fun 50s Faux Leopard Clutch
Fun 50s Faux Leopard Clutch
H 6 in W 13 in D 3 in
Valentino Stenciled Leopard Clutch/Shoulder Bag
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino, stenciled calf skin, leopard pattern, clutch bag with detachable shoulder strap. Navy
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Huge 50s Faux Leopard Clutch / Handbag
Located in Gresham, OR
This is a fantastic faux leopard bag from the 50s that can be used as a clutch, or fold the metal
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1950s American Clutches

Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Purse/Clutch
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Athens, GA
Dolce and Gabbana Leopard Clutch/ Purse. Can be worn as a shoulder bag. Mint like new condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Judith Leiber Leopard Print Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Alford, MA
Faux leopard clutch by Judith Leiber, rectangular in shape, it’s envelope border ornamented with
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Late 20th Century American Clutches

Judith Leiber Leopard Print Clutch
Judith Leiber Leopard Print Clutch
H 4 in W 9.5 in D 1.5 in
1950s Leopard Stenciled Rabbit Fur Clutch
Located in Gresham, OR
A smart little 1950s leopard stenciled rabbit fur clutch with gold tone frame and brown satin
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1950s American Clutches

Vintage Givenchy Haute Leopard Envelope Clutch
By Givenchy
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce vintage Givenchy, Paris, haute couture leopard envelope clutch - handcrafted the clutch
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1980s French Clutches

1950s Ingber Oversized Faux Leopard Fur Clutch
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1950s Ingber faux leopard fur clutch with black faille lining and leather piped frame
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1950s American Clutches

Gucci Clutch With Leopard Print Gold Tone Hardware
By Gucci
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Brand: Gucci Product: Leopard Print Clutch Size: L 36 x H 20 x D 3.5 Cm Colour: Black & Leopard
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2010s Clutches

Judith Leiber 70s Leopard Print Snakeskin Convertible Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Gresham, OR
Wonderful 1970s Judith Leiber convertible clutch/shoulder bag in leopard stenciled snakeskin! Can
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1970s American Clutches

Christian Louboutin Leopard Print Frame Yoyo Clutch Bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Black, brown and metallic gold Christian Louboutin leopard-patterned bag with gold-tone chains and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

YVES SAINT LAURENT Cocktail Clutch Printed Leopard and Sequins
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent cocktail clutch in printed leopard embroidered with black sequins and bronzes
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

JUDITH LEIBER Pink Ponyhair Leopard Print Clutch w. Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber pink ponyhair leopard print clutch w. chain Made in USA Materials: pony-hair 1
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clutches

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Aionoeud silver leopard asymmetrical bow elongated clutch
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Aionoeud silver leopard asymmetrical bow elongated clutch Reference: TGAS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Aionoeud silver leopard asymmetrical bow elongated clutch
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Aionoeud silver leopard asymmetrical bow elongated clutch Reference: TGAS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Christian Dior Bag Clutch Leopard Print Pony Top Frame Sleek
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Christian Dior leopard print pony clutch frame bag with silver toned hardware
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2010s French Clutches

new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Loubiposh red leopard gold stud crossbody clutch bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Loubiposh red leopard gold stud crossbody clutch bag Reference: TGAS
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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN leopard print canvas 4-ring skull knuckleduster box clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN leopard print canvas 4-ring skull knuckleduster box clutch Brand: Alexander
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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

STELLA MCCARTNEY beige faux leather FALABELLA LEOPARD CHAIN TRIM Clutch Bag
By Stella McCartney
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Stella McCartney Falabella leopard print clutch in espresso brown, brown and cream
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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

DRIES VAN NOTEN x OPENING CEREMONY beige LEOPARD FOLD-OVER Clutch Bag
By Dries van Noten
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Dries Van Noten x Opening Ceremony 2020 Soft Padded Clutch in beige, black and brown
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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN De Manta brown black leopard print canvas fold over clutch bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN De Manta brown black leopard print canvas fold over clutch bag Brand: Alexander
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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

new MCM red leopard gold studded flap cardholder long wallet on chain clutch bag
By MCM
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new MCM red leopard gold studded flap cardholder long wallet on chain clutch bag Reference: CAWG
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2010s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Magid Leopard Beaded Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Clutch completely beaded with leopard spots circa 1980s. Intricately detailed with black faille
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1980s Japanese Clutches

Jimmy Choo, Leopard ponyskin clutch
By Jimmy Choo
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Jimmy Choo, Leopard ponyskin clutch with patent leather details. The item is in good condition
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2010s Clutches

Jimmy Choo, Leopard ponyskin clutch
Jimmy Choo, Leopard ponyskin clutch
H 5.32 in W 9.06 in D 1.58 in
Bottega Veneta 1980s Leopard Print Satin Clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Leopard Print Satin Clutch. This classic mini clutch features a leopard print satin design, a brown wood
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1980s Italian Clutches

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
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1970s American Clutches

Fendi Beige Leopard Printed Python Baguette/Clutch GHW
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Fendi Beige Leopard Printed Python Baguette Features leopard print throughout python exterior as
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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
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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber Black Lizard Spotted Leopard Swarovski Crystal Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning Judith Leiber black lizard clutch in excellent condition. Black lizard leather body with
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1980s Italian Clutches

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Leopard Pony Hair LOUBI LULA Bag CLUTCH Handbag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Rome, Rome
- Christian Louboutin 'Loubi/Lula' clutch purse - Crafted in leopard pony hair fur - Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage brown leopard horsehair pom pom wrap clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage brown leopard horsehair pom pom wrap clutch Reference: NILI/A00053 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Leopard Clutch Purse Bag w Gold Chains
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic Christian Louboutin Leopard Clutch Purse Bag. This stunning clutch features
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Roger Vivier Leopard Clutch
By Roger Vivier
Located in Malibu, CA
Roger Vivier Leopard Print Clutch- PRISTINE; appears never carried. The elegant silhouette
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Roger Vivier Leopard Clutch
Roger Vivier Leopard Clutch
H 5 in W 11 in D 2 in
YSL leopard print fur clutch c.1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Verviers, BE
To die for !!!! YSL Leopard print must have evening clutch. Pony. c.2000. Bi-color metal hardware
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1990s French Clutches

Christian Louboutin Black & Leopard Leather Paloma Clutch
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin Black & Leopard Leather Paloma Clutch -Luxurious gold to silver Spikes
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

DOLCE GABBANA Leopard Print Half Moon Clutch Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A fabulous DOLCE GABBANA Leopard Print Half Moon Clutch Bag Beautifully crafted with a leopard
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Early 2000s Clutches

Hermès Neobain Les Leopards Logo Embossed Neoprene Clutch
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermès Neobain Les Leopards logo embossed neoprene clutch. Orange. Zip fastening at top. 80
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21st Century and Contemporary Cosmetic Bags

Judith Leiber Leopard-Print Fine-Crystal Embellished Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in London, GB
Leopard-print hard box clutch with hand-placed fine crystal embellishment. Judith Leiber clutch has
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Roger Vivier Hot Pink Leopard Pony Hair Clutch
By Roger Vivier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fast and wild - this Roger Vivier clutch is perfect for a girl who loves to be the center of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Clutches

Valentino Leopard-Print Calf-Hair Fringe Clutch Bag
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
Fun fringe lends eye-catching appeal to this luxe calfskin clutch from Valentino. Animal print
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Valentino Leopard-Print Calf-Hair Fringe Clutch Bag
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
Fun fringe lends eye-catching appeal to this luxe haircalf clutch from Valentino. Animal print
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Stella McCartney Falabella Fold Over Clutch Leopard Print Faux Suede
By Stella McCartney
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Stella McCartney Falabella Fold Over Clutch Leopard Print Faux Suede is perfectly
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Nancy Gonzalez Brown Crocodile and Faux Leopard Calf Clutch Bag
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in Toronto, ON
Nancy Gonzalez Brown Crocodile and Faux Leopard Calf hair Clutch Bag. Envelope style bag with
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2010s Unknown Clutches

Givenchy Antigona Leopard-Print Calf-Hair and Leather Envelope Clutch
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Brown and black leopard-print calf hair. Gold metal designer logo and hardware, black leather trims
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Kathrine Baumann Limited Edition #14/500 Leopard Kitten Cub Swarovski Clutch
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Kathrine Baumann limited edition handmade clutch #14 of 500, Swarovski crystals features a leather
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Vintage 1950's Leopard Animal Novelty Print Silk Kitty Heels & Clutch Purse Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This eye-catching 1950's clutch purse and shoes set from the "Chandler's French Room" designer
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1950s American Clutches

Sophia Webster Clara Embellished Box Clutch
By Sophia Webster
Located in London, GB
The glittering crystals embellishing Sophia Webster's 'Clara' clutch in a leopard-print are
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Louis Vuitton Nocturne Limited Edition African Queen Clutch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Nocturne Clutch Limited Edition African Queen is a rendition that was
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Louis Vuitton Nocturne Clutch Limited Edition African Queen
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Nocturne Clutch Limited Edition African Queen is a rendition that was
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Valentino Garavani Leopard Clutch w/ Exaggerated Bow -NEW
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
This chic leopard print pony hair clutch with exaggerated bow has a strap across the front to slip
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Isaac Mizrahi (Display Model) Lileth Ismlm1 Leopard Clutch
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: China Measurements: Length: 12.75" Width: 1.25" Height: 4.25" Button Clasp and Zipper works well. Signs of Wear: New with...
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20th Century Chinese Clutches

Large Architectural Faux Leopard Handbag Clutch
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This mid-century over sized vintage bag is in the classic leopard style and is a piece that is
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1960s American Top Handle Bags

MCM Brown Leopard Printed Visetos Clutch
By MCM
Located in Orlando, FL
This clutch features a leather body, top zip closure, and an interior slip pocket. It carries as AB
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21st Century and Contemporary German Clutches

MCM Brown Leopard Printed Visetos Clutch
MCM Brown Leopard Printed Visetos Clutch
W 12.01 in D 1.19 in L 8.67 in

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Leopard Clutch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary leopard clutch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige and more in stock now. Finding the perfect leopard clutch may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Judith Leiber, Dolce & Gabbana and Valentino each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Leopard Clutch?

On average, a leopard clutch on 1stDibs sells for $731, while they’re typically $256 on the low end and $8,150 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Clutches for You

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.