CELINE Classic Flap Burgundy Box Leather crossbody bag
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CELINE Classic Flap Burgundy Box Leather crossbody bag These are professional photos of the actual
CELINE Classic Flap Burgundy Box Leather crossbody bag
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CELINE Classic Flap Burgundy Box Leather crossbody bag These are professional photos of the actual
CELINE Classic Box Flap Caramel Brown Leather crossbody bag
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CELINE Classic Box Flap Caramel Brown Leather crossbody bag These are professional photos of the
Celine Vintage Black C Carriage Canvas Box Flap Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant and quietly iconic, this vintage C Carriage box shoulder bag from Celine captures the
Celine Vintage Blue Grey C Carriage Canvas Box Flap Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant and quietly iconic, this vintage C Carriage box shoulder bag from Celine captures the
$435Sale Price|25% Off
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag Reference: CAKK
$672Sale Price|20% Off
CELINE Trapeze beige scaled leather flap navy brown gold hardware bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Trapeze beige scaled leather flap navy brown gold hardware bag Reference: JECW/A00020 Brand
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo natural scaled leather double flap portfolio clutch bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo natural scaled leather double flap portfolio clutch bag Reference: JECN
$1,800Sale Price|25% Off
OLD CELINE Medium Classic Box Bag neon pink scaled leather flap crossbody
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Medium Classic Box Bag neon pink scaled leather flap crossbody Reference: TGAS/C01212
$1,084Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.3 in W 2.37 in L 8.27 in
1970s Celine Black Leather Carriage Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine black leather carriage logo flap shoulder bag featuring a signature Carriage motif, a front
2000s Celine Frame Shoulder Bag Red & Anthracite Leather
By Celine
Located in Arnhem, NL
signs of use, please note that the Celine logo on the front flap is a bit faded, further the condition
Vintage CELINE Macadam Canvas Box Shoulder Ring Bag
By Celine
Located in Bangkok, TH
featuring a sturdy cowhide leather shoulder strap. Front flap CELINE RIng magnetic snap closure opens to a
Céline Carriage Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Sundbyberg, SE
Brown & Blue vintage canvas Céline Carriage flap bag with – Gold-tone hardware – Monogram canvas
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Celine Pink Leather Flap Continental Wallet
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This splendor of a wallet from the house of Celine is meticulously crafted from leather and
Celine Metallic Gold Leather Flap Continental Wallet
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Durable and stylish, this wallet from Celine effortlessly fits in your cards and cash. Made from
Celine Textured Leather Black Case Flap Bag Medium
By Celine
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Black Material: Grained leather Condition: Very good. Made in France Measurements~ Height 7.5” Width 12.5” Depth 4" Drop 4”
Celine Two Tone Calfskin Medium Case Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Dover, DE
SIZE: 32/20/18 cm, Shoulder strap 89 cm; COLOUR: Black/White; HARDWARE: Gold-tone metal; SERIAL NUMBER: F-CE-0172; SET: Dust cover, shoulder strap, cards; YEAR: 2012; CONDITION: B: V...
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Chicago, IL
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag Monogram canvas Leather
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Chicago, IL
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag Monogram canvas Leather
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Chicago, IL
Celine Monogram Cognac Evening Top Handle Satchel Kelly Style Flap Bag Monogram canvas Leather
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Celine Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in London, GB
This bag features the Celine emblem stitched to the front of the bag, a long gold-tone shoulder
CELINE Black Leather Flap Clutch
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Celine Black Leather Flap Clutch Made In Italy Materials: Leather Stamped: CELINE PARIS MADE IN
CELINE Light Blue Leather Flap Checkbook Wallet
By Celine
Located in San Francisco, CA
CELINE checkbook wallet comes in light blue textured leather with taupe trim, rectangular shape
Céline Navy C Monogram Logo Flap Wallet45ce13
By Celine
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: M02 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: .4" Height: 4" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excelle...
2012 Céline Black Smooth Leather Case Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CELINE Black Smooth Leather Case Flap Bag This CELINE Case Flap Bag is in Excellent Pre-Owned
Celine Vintage Blue Leather Crossbody Flap Messenger Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Vintage Celine blue leather shoulder bag. Flap with magnetic button closure. Leather
Celine Vintage Black Leather Crossbody Flap Messenger Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Vintage Celine black leather shoulder bag. Flap closure. Leather interior. 1 side zip
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H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag Reference: CAKK
CELINE Classic Box Flap Caramel Brown Leather crossbody bag
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CELINE Classic Box Flap Caramel Brown Leather crossbody bag These are professional photos of the
CELINE Classic Box Flap Dark Green Leather crossbody bag
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CELINE Classic Box Flap Dark Green Leather crossbody bag These are professional photos of the
Celine Navy with Yellow Stitched Calfskin Leather Flap Clutch
By Celine
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Celine navy with yellow stitched calfskin leather flap clutch with contrast big gold hardware
Celine Vintage Blue C Carriage Canvas Box Flap Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant and quietly iconic, this vintage C Carriage box shoulder bag from Celine captures the
CELINE hot pink grained leather silver logo 4 fold flap wallet
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE hot pink grained leather silver logo 4 fold flap wallet Reference: LNKO/A02622 Brand: Celine
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H 5.91 in W 6.3 in D 2.37 in
CELINE Mini Classic Box Amazone blue smooth lambskin crossbody flap bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Mini Classic Box Amazone blue smooth lambskin crossbody flap bag Reference: LNKO/A01907
Brown suede shoulder bag with flap and gold metal hardware Céline
By Celine
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown suede shoulder bag with flap and gold metal hardware. Close with snap. Branded fabric lining
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H 7.49 in W 9.45 in D 1.58 in
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo natural scaled leather double flap portfolio clutch bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo natural scaled leather double flap portfolio clutch bag Reference: JECN
vintage CELINE black scaled leather flap silver ball buckle long clutch bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage CELINE black scaled leather flap silver ball buckle long clutch bag Reference: MAWG/A00018
vintage CELINE black scaled leather flap silver ball buckle long clutch bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage CELINE black scaled leather flap silver ball buckle long clutch bag Brand: Celine Model
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H 7.88 in W 19.69 in D 5.52 in
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag Brand: Celine
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag Reference: VACN
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H 7.09 in W 9.06 in D 1.97 in
OLD CELINE Medium Classic Box Bag neon pink scaled leather flap crossbody
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Medium Classic Box Bag neon pink scaled leather flap crossbody Reference: TGAS/C01212
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H 5.91 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in
2012 Céline Brown & Black Calfskin Leather Bi-Colour Medium Case Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CÉLINE Brown & Black Calfskin Leather Bi-Colour Medium Case Flap Bag This CÉLINE Medium Case Flap
New Celine Paris Black Silk Skirt Button Front Flap Pockets 22D10 Sz 38
By Celine
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's a chic silk skirt from Celine Paris and one of our favorite designers, Phoebe Philo. Made
Céline Taupe Bicolor Grey-taupe Yellow Bifold Snap Large Long Flap 870980 Wallet
By Celine
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 10 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.10 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 2.8 cm(ap...
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag Reference: CAKK
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Trapeze grey leather suede flap top handle flap satchel shoulder bag Reference: CAKK
CELINE black croc embossed calfskin flap front long wallet
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE black croc embossed calfskin flap front long wallet Reference: KEDG/A00251 Brand: Celine
CELINE black scaled leather embossed calfskin flap front long wallet
By Celine, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE black scaled leather embossed calfskin flap front long wallet Reference: KEDG/A00251 Brand
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H 6.7 in W 7.49 in D 1.97 in
CELINE Trotteur pool light blue leather flap front rounded base shoulder bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Trotteur pool light blue leather flap front rounded base shoulder bag Brand: Celine Designer
vintage CELINE black scaled leather flap silver ball buckle long clutch bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage CELINE black scaled leather flap silver ball buckle long clutch bag Reference: MAWG/A00018
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag Reference: VACN
CELINE PHOEBE PHILO Medium Case Flap black brown calf lock long shoulder bag
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE PHOEBE PHILO Medium Case Flap black brown calf lock long shoulder bag Brand: Celine Designer
Celine brown coated canvas leather shoulder bag
By Celine
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Rare vintage Celine brown coated canvas leather shoulder bag in mint condition. - Flap with
CELINE petrol green lizard TROTTEUR Clutch Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline Trotteur flap clutch in pale petrol, olive green and black lizard featuring
Vintage CELINE Bag in Dark Brown Box Leather
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage and iconic CELINE medium flap bag, ancestor of the Classic model, in dark brown box leather
CELINE Romy Medium Brown Calfskin Leather Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This CELINE Classic Flap Box Leather crossbody bag has a perpetually stylish design and roomy and
Celine Vintage Black Leather Ring Convertible Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
take center stage - a subtle yet iconic mark of Celine's refined design language. The flap secures with
Celine Vintage Black Leather Handbag Top Handle Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Vintage Celine black leather handbag. Flap with magnetic button cl├▓osure. Double handles
Celine Vintage Brown Macadam C Canvas Caleche Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
and 1 side flap pocket inside. 'Celine Paris - Made in Italy' embossed on the strap Condition B - VERY
Vintage Celine Black Leather Horse Carriage Flap Bag
By Celine
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful vintage Celine flap bag with gold horse carriage hardware. Box leather like, with
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H 5.52 in W 8.47 in D 0.79 in
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo white shearling fur black leather flap clutch bag
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo white shearling fur black leather flap clutch bag Reference: JACG/A00005
Multicolor Celine Leather Diamond Clutch
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Multicolor leather and suede Diamond clutch by Celine. Front flap with push-lock
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo Trapeze grey scaled leather suede flared flap satchel bag Reference: VACN
Celine Multicolor Diamond Leather and Suede Clutch
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Multicolor Diamond leather clutch by Celine. Yellow suede front flap. Push-lock
Celine Vintage Black Leather Convertible Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Rome, Rome
Celine' tag inside. Flap with button closure on the front. Black satin lining. Convertible model
Vintage Celine New White Leather Structured Shoulder Bag Convertible Clutch
By Celine
Located in San Diego, CA
structured leather, with the embossed Celine logo on the front flap. Strap can be removed to use as a clutch
Celine Flap Messenger Bag Leather and Suede
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Accessories Measurements: Height 7.5", Width 9.5", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Celine Model: Flap
Celine Mustard Leather Multifunction Flap Wallet
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Blending a classy design aesthetic with fine craftsmanship is this Celine flap wallet. Although
Celine Tri Color Leather Envelope Flap Wallet
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Carry your essentials in style with this Celine flap wallet. Crafted from leather in three
$13,261
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag featured in sublime Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, sho...
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label S/S 1999 Tweed Wool Tailored Princess Coat Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label S/S 1999 Tweed Wool Tailored Princess Coat Jacket Circa: Spring / Summer 1999 Label(s): Vivienne Westwood Red Label Style: Tailored prince...
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...
F/W 1992 Azzedine Alaïa Black Channel Velvet Blazer Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Fall/Winter 1992 collection, this Alaïa blazer is crafted from ribbed black velvet with a refined channel texture. The tailored design features a sculptural silhouette with ...
NWT 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Bodycon Stretch Sleeveless Beach Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the late 1990s, this chic black stretch Dolce & Gabbana dress features thin straps, a square neckline, and small slits on either side. This never-worn Dolce & Gabbana beach dres...
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...
ALAIA black viscose 2024 MOIRE JACQUARD KNIT HALTER GOWN Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa gown in black moiré-jacquard knit viscose (63%), polyester (32%), polyamide (4%), and polyurethane (1%) embodies the designer's signature sculptural eleganc...
y2k John Galliano for Christian Dior Dark Blue Denim Backless Tux waistcoat Top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 2000's Dark Blue denim, backless waistcoat style Top by John Galliano for Christian Dior. Featuring a double breasted front with tuxedo style collar and deep, scooped adjustab...
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 3.8 in L 28.5 in
Chanel Vintage 1980s Large Quilted Lambskin Crossbody Bag with CC Lock
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a large quilted lambskin bag which can be worn crossbody or shoulder. Vintage from the 80s it has a rare diamond etched CC turn lock fastening; interwoven leather and gold to...
NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Baar, CH
New with tags, this never-before-worn archival piece has been carefully stored for the past 18 years, preserving its pristine condition. An absolutely stunning and rare masterpiece ...
$17,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 in...
18k Gold
GUCCI pink leather 2019 SCARLET Mules Sandals Shoes 38
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci Scarlet high-heel mules in pink polished calfskin. Brand new. 2019 Fall/Winter Measurements Imprinted Size 38 Shoe Size 38 Inside Sole 25cm (9.8in) Width 7.5c...
F/W 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Satin Panel Buckle Front Sleeveless Top Sweater Vest
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This sleek Tom Ford-designed twist on the classic Gucci sweater vest features a satin front panel with a buckle for a cinched waist and a zippered back. Created for the Fall/Winter 1...
Now renowned for chic womenswear as well as luxury leather handbags that are often recognized for their iconic gold-tone fastening and hardware, French fashion house Celine got its start in children’s shoes.
In 1945, Céline Vipiana and her husband, Richard, opened a made-to-measure shoe shop for children at 52 rue de Malte in Paris. Designer Céline’s name graced the business, alongside a red elephant designed by French cartoonist Raymond Peynet that served as the company’s first logo.
In 1967, following an expansion into women’s shoes and leather accessories, the Vipianas decided to expand their company’s reach into women’s ready-to-wear, focusing on high-end sportswear. Céline Vipiana, who remained chief designer until her death in 1997, would oversee a range of fashion that would reach an international audience with a pared-down elegance and timeless style.
The company quickly achieved widespread success with its new offerings, most notably its trench coat, which became a staple for the brand. In the 1970s, they expanded outside Paris with boutiques in Monte Carlo, Beverly Hills and Hong Kong. In 1973, Céline Vipiana, inspired by chain links around the Arc de Triomphe, debuted the Blazon Chaîne motif of interlocking C’s. She began using it on a printed canvas and branding as well as accents on accessories, such as the Triomphe bag.
Vipiana’s designs were created to appeal as everyday fashion: Celine skirts, suits, fitted shirts, vests and coats were stylish but rooted in practicality. Quality, too, was paramount; Vipiana’s determination to deliver the best possible leather led to the opening of a studio in Florence, where the brand created its leather goods.
Vipiana died a year after her brand was acquired by Bernard Arnault’s luxury conglomerate LVMH for about $540 million. American designer Michael Kors then took the helm as creative director. Kors, too, was known for practical but chic ready-to-wear. He introduced such luxury staples as cashmere sets, smartly tailored pants and simple slip dresses, plus themed collections around jet-setter locales like Monte Carlo and Tahiti. Following Kors’s departure in 2004, onetime Burberry designer Roberto Menichetti took the job for just a year. He was followed by designer Phoebe Philo, the young British designer who is now credited with establishing Celine’s 21st-century style.
Philo created a distinct, minimal style that channeled the brand’s roots of practical simplicity with luxury materials. (“I just thought I’d clean it up,” she quipped of her debut collection in 2010.) Over the course of ten years, Philo turned the company into a beloved fixture of the fashion industry. In 2018, after Philo’s departure, the house tapped Hedi Slimane, former creative director of Yves Saint Laurent, as its new leader; he caused a stir when he famously removed the accent from the brand name. Controversial though it was, Slimane maintained it was a return to the label’s roots: an exercise in strong simplicity.
Find vintage Celine day dresses, handbags and other items 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.