Céline Luggage Tote Bag – Black Leather Medium Shopper
By Celine
Located in Amman, JO
Céline Luggage Tote Bag – Black Leather Medium Shopper An iconic staple, this Céline Luggage Tote is crafted from smooth black leather and defined by its structured silhouette and m...
Celine Black Supple Shiny Lambskin Medium New Luggage
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Celine Black Supple Shiny Lambskin Medium New Luggage SKU: 151802 MSRP: 4350.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: The Luggage tote bag was introduced wi...
CELINE Brown Crocodile Medium Phantom Luggage Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CELINE Brown Crocodile Medium Phantom Luggage Tote Bag Product details: Brown Crocodile leather Handle drop measure 8” Made in Italy Est.
CELINE Phoebe Philo Medium Luggage cream black embossed tote bag
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo Medium Luggage cream black embossed tote bag Reference: NKLL/A00307 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Medium Luggage Material: Leather Color: Black, Cre...
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CELINE Phoebe Philo Medium Luggage cream black embossed tote bag
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CELINE Phoebe Philo Medium Luggage cream black embossed tote bag Reference: NKLL/A00307 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Medium Luggage Material: Leather Color: Black, Cre...
Celine Medium Python Phantom Luggage Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in London, GB
This flawlessly bag is crafted in beige python and leather phantom luggage tote bag has been part of Celine's timeless collection, it's designed with internal pockets and an oversize...
2013 - Celine Phantom Luggage Medium Tote Bag in Blue
By Celine
Located in Westmount, Quebec
Celine's most recognizable and iconic bag, the Phantom Luggage. This piece has metal studs on the bottom to protect itself from daily use and has an easy, open top for easy access ...
2013 - Celine Phantom Luggage Medium Tote Bag in Taupe
By Celine
Located in Westmount, Quebec
Celine's most recognizable and iconic bag, the Phantom Luggage. This piece is from the current season, as the colour scheme was updated from Nude to Taupe to fit the changing times a...
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Celine Medium Red Phantom
By Celine
Located in Westmount, Quebec
New Celine Medium Phantom Luggage Smooth Leather Medium Tote Bag Smooth leather Top double leather handle Made in Italy Protective feet Interior suede lining Interior zipper pocket I...
OLD CELINE Luggage Medium pastel blue leather tote bag
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Luggage Medium pastel blue leather tote bag Reference: JHDN/A00001 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Model: Medium Luggage Collection: 2012 Material: Leather Color: Blu...
CELINE dark red Palmelato leather MEDIUM LUGGAGE Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Céline Luggage Medium Tote in red Palmelato calfskin is a striking and luxurious piece, featuring antique gold-tone hardware that complements the rich red leather.
CELINE Trunk / Hard Case In Brown Canvas: Medium
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
This beautiful trunk (hard case) CELINE is in monogram canvas. It's the medium size on the 3 sizes we sell. The hardware is gold metal. The lining is canvas stamped with the Celine L...
2010s Celine Navy Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CELINE Navy Medium Phantom Luggage Tote This CÉLINE Medium Phantom Luggage Tote is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Celine Dust Bag, Care Card.
2010s Celine Navy Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CÉLINE Navy Medium Phantom Luggage Tote This CÉLINE Medium Phantom Luggage Tote is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Celine Dust Bag, Care Card.
Cèline dove light grey lambskin medium luggage bag
By Celine
Located in Capri, IT
Cèline dove light grey lambskin medium luggage bag silver tone hardware
CELINE yellow leather MEDIUM PHANTOM LUGGAGE Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline 'Medium Luggage Phantom' tote bag in vanilla calfskin featuring a small zip front pocket.
Céline Evergreen Python Medium Phantom Luggage Tote, 2012
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CELINE Evergreen Python Medium Phantom Luggage Tote This CELINE Medium Phantom Luggage Tote is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition.
CELINE taupe leather MEDIUM PHANTOM LUGGAGE Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline Medium Phantom Luggage tote bag in taupe (slight green undertones) grained calfskin featuring a small zip front pocket.
Celine Cloud Blue Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CELINE Cloud Blue Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote This CELINE Medium Phantom Luggage Tote is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Celine Dust Bag, Tag, Care ...
Celine Beige Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Celine Beige Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote Bag—a perfect fusion of modern sophistication and timeless style.
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H 11.03 in W 11.03 in D 9.45 in
2013 Celine Indigo Blue Smooth & Drummed Leather Medium Phantom Luggage
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ladies Céline Medium Phantom Luggage is primarily made from blue calfskin complimented by silver hardware.
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H 11.03 in W 11.82 in D 10.24 in
2017 Celine Cloud Blue Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CELINE Cloud Blue Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote This CELINE Medium Phantom Luggage Tote is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Celine Dust Bag, Tag, Care ...
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H 11.03 in W 11.82 in D 10.24 in
2017 Celine Cloud Blue Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CÉLINE Cloud Blue Calfskin Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote Reference: HB1472 Serial Number: U-LA-0127 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Céline Dust Bag, Tag, Care Booklet Authe...
Celine Phantom Medium Tri Colour Navy Brown Black Luggage Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Celine Tri colour medium Phantom luggage tote bag.
CELINE beige leather PHANTOM LUGGAGE Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
Céline 'Medium Luggage Phantom' tote bag in sand calfskin featuring a small zip front pocket.
CELINE blue smooth leather 2013 PHANTOM MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline Medium Phantom Luggage tote bag in medium blue sm0oth calfskin featuring a small zip front pocket.
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H 11.03 in W 11.82 in D 8.67 in
2010s Celine Navy Supple Calfskin Leather Orange Trim Medium Phantom Tote
By Celine
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CELINE Navy Supple Calfskin Leather Orange Trim Medium Phantom Luggage Tote This CELINE Medium Phantom Luggage Tote is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition.
Celine Medium Luggage Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in London, GB
In its largest size, this edition of the iconic Céline bag features brown panels against black and white calfskin. Offset with gold-tone finishings, it features Céline branding acros...
CELINE Fuchsia Calfskin Medium Luggage Phantom Bag BHW
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
Celine Fuchsia Calfskin Medium Luggage Phantom Bag Made in: Italy Color: Fuchsia Hardware: Brass Materials: Leather, metal Lining: Fuchsia suede calfskin Closure/opening: Open ...
Celine Medium Grey Leather Phantom Luggage Tote
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Celine Medium Grey Leather Phantom Luggage Tote in very good condition.
CELINE black leather 2016 PHANTOM MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline Medium Phantom Luggage tote bag in medium black grained calfskin featuring a small zip front pocket.
Celine Luggage Medium Textured Leather Bag
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Celine Luggage medium textured leather bag. Made from black textured-leather with large internal compartment and front pocket with top handles.
Celine Luggage Bag Woven Textile Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 5.5", Height 14", Width 15", Depth 8" Designer: Celine Model: Luggage Bag Woven Textile Medium Exterior Material: Textile Exte...
Celine Luggage Bag Smooth Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 14", Width 15", Depth 8" Designer: Celine Model: Luggage Bag Smooth Leather Medium Exterior Material: Smooth Leather ...
Celine Phantom Bag Canvas Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Canvas Medium, crafted from white canvas, features dual rolled leather handles, exterior front zip pocket, and aged gold-tone hardware. It opens to a white ca...
Celine Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium, crafted from black leather and suede, features a rolled leather handle, exterior back zip pocket, and silver-tone hardware. Its square fli...
Celine Phantom Bag Suede Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Suede Medium, crafted from black suede, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, and aged gold-tone hardware. It opens to a black leather inte...
Celine Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium, crafted from black leather, features a rolled leather handle, exterior back zip pocket, and silver-tone hardware. Its square flip-lock and...
Celine Phantom Bag Smooth Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Smooth Leather Medium, crafted in brown smooth leather, features dual rolled handles, front zip pocket, and gold-tone hardware. It opens to a neutral fabric i...
Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium, crafted from neutral grainy leather, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, protective base studs, and gold-tone hard...
Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium, crafted from neutral grainy leather, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, protective base studs, and aged gold-tone...
Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium, crafted from blue grainy leather, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, protective base studs, and aged gold-tone ha...
Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium, crafted from black leather, features dual rolled leather handles, exterior front zip pocket, and aged gold-tone hardware. It opens to a...
Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium, crafted from brown grainy leather, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, protective base studs, and aged gold-tone h...
Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Grainy Leather Medium, crafted from black grainy leather, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, protective base studs, and black-tone hardw...
Celine Tricolor Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Tricolor Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium, crafted from green, white and black leather, features a top looped handle, exterior back zip pocket, side snap closures, and gold...
Celine Tricolor Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Tricolor Trapeze Handbag Leather Medium, crafted from black and neutral leather and blue suede, features a rolled leather handle, exterior back zip pocket, and aged gold-...
Celine Tricolor Trapeze Bag Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Excellent. Minor wear on exterior and in interior, bubbling underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 8.5", Wi...
Celine Phantom Bag Crocodile Embossed Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Crocodile Embossed Leather Medium, crafted from black crocodile embossed leather, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, and aged gold-tone ...
Celine Phantom Bag Crocodile Embossed Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Phantom Bag Crocodile Embossed Leather Medium, crafted from black crocodile embossed leather, features dual rolled handles, exterior front zip pocket, and aged gold-tone ...
Celine Tricolor Trapeze Handbag Pony Hair Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Tricolor Trapeze Handbag Pony Hair Medium, crafted from pink pony hair and black and blue leather, features a rolled leather handle and silver-tone hardware. Its square f...
Celine Tie Knot Tote Leather and Felt Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Tie Knot Tote Leather and Felt Medium, crafted from gray leather and felt, features dual rolled leather handles with knot accents, expandable wings and a top leather flap...
Celine Vintage Pocket Boston Bag Macadam Coated Canvas Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Odor in interior. Creasing on exterior, moderate wear, darkening and marks on leather trims and handles, peeling and indentations on handle wax edges. Wear and ...
Celine Luggage Handbag Canvas Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
This Celine Luggage Handbag Canvas Medium, crafted in beige canvas and black leather, features dual rolled handles, front zip pocket, and aged gold-tone hardware.
Céline Medium Luggage Phantom Tote
By Celine
Located in Sundbyberg, SE
Navy drummed calfskin leather Céline Medium Luggage Phantom tote with – Silver-tone hardware – Dual rolled top handles – Zip pocket at front – Tonal trim throughout exterior – tona...
Celine Luggage Bag Smooth Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 14", Width 15", Depth 8" Designer: Celine Model: Luggage Bag Smooth Leather Medium Exterior Material: Smooth Leather ...
Celine Luggage Bag Smooth Leather Medium
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 13", Width 15", Depth 6.5" Designer: Celine Model: Luggage Bag Smooth Leather Medium Exterior Material: Smooth Lea...
Celine Grey Leather Medium Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Luggage tote from Celine is one of the most popular handbags in the world. This tote is crafted from leather and designed in a grey shade. It comes with rolled top handles and a ...
Celine Blue Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Celine released the Phantom as a newer version of their successful Luggage model.
Celine Black Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Celine Black Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote - Classic Celine Phantom style tote - Timeless design - Soft black calfskin leather - Lambskin lining - Inner leather clasp closu...
Celine Grey Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Celine released the Phantom as a newer version of its successful Luggage model. Unlike the Luggage toes, the Phantom has an open top, wider wingspans, and a braided zipper pull. We h...
Celine Beige Leather Medium Phantom Luggage Tote
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Celine released the Phantom as a newer version of its successful Luggage model. Unlike the Luggage toes, the Phantom has an open-top, wider wingspans, and a braided zipper pull. We h...
Emilio Pucci Pink Print Sheer Silk Chiffon Tunic Top with Tropical Foliage 8
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci printed pink sheer silk chiffon, flutter tunic top printed with tropical foliage in bright colours. Marked size 8US. Pull on top with a wide contrast print neckline, eas...
Chopard La Strada Diamond Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare Chopard La Strada stainless steel model is designed with quartz movement, arched rectangular black dial, Arabic numeral markers, and subsidiary seconds dial. The bezel, lug...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
Thierry Mugler Wasp Waist Faux Fox Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler's 1980's version of a 1940's suit complete with faux fur stone marten held by a golden fox head. Cut in soft wool crepe with severely pinched waist, full hip peplum an...
Sold|$7,116
H 7.09 in W 9.85 in D 2.76 in
Chanel 1996 Vintage Pink Lambskin Leather Small Classic Top Handle Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Pink Quilted Lambskin Leather Small Top Handle Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4951 Brand: Chanel Model: Small Top Handle Classic Single Flap Bag Type: T...
1970s Celine Reptile Patterned Shoulder Trio Bag/Clutch
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The original Celine trio bag! 1970s Celine brown reptile patterned front closure bag. Front features gold tone tube style lock with the classic Celine horse and buggy logo and two pa...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Hermes Kelly Retourne 28 Rose Extreme Matte Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 28 bag featured in rich jewel toned Rose Extreme matte alligator. This iconic vibrant pink Hermes bag is timeless and chic. Fresh with palladium har...
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano “Diorito 1” Sunglasses – Early 2000s Icon
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, DE
A bold futuristic statement from the early 2000s, these Christian Dior “Diorito 1” shield sunglasses were designed under the creative direction of John Galliano, during one of the ho...
Rare Dior by John Galliano limited edition 2005 Peccary leather Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Dior by John Galliano Limited edition 2005 collection (0008/1000 in the world) Peccary leather Saddle bag and sea green hardware. A true treasure, very good condition it comes w...
Bottega Suede Pouch Intrecciato Ring Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New York, NY
Bottega Suede Pouch Bag with sterling intrecciato woven ring closure. Ring flips up and bag opens with drawstring. Suede lined in a deeper toned leather. 1980's Italy. 9" high x 7.5...
Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy piece of Fashion History Breathtaking extremely rare Thierry Mugler creation, 1985/86 Collection. Super soft faux fur crop coat in the most vibrant beautiful colour. ...
Chanel Navy Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This unique and highly desirable Chanel item is skillfully crafted from navy leather. The double-flap bag has a spacious compartment and two interior pockets, offering plenty of room...
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Open Back Dress and Bolero 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Fitted Plunged Décolleté Open Back Dress and Bolero 2 Piece Set Size Small
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.