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Celluloid Purse

F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles
F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles

F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles

By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu

Located in Berlin, DE

tortoiseshell celluloid chain handles, one of the most iconic details from the 2004 runway. Polished metallic

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

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Circa 1920s Celluloid Vanity Purse With Tassel
Circa 1920s Celluloid Vanity Purse With Tassel

Circa 1920s Celluloid Vanity Purse With Tassel

Located in Long Beach, CA

Circa 1920s celluloid vanity purse with a faux-ivory pattern, embellished with a black diamond

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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag
Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag

Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag

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H 3 in W 7 in D 3 in

Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful 1930s box style evening bag. Marbled toffee coloured celluloid with brass hardware. Very

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Mid-20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

1920's Japanese Celluloid Men's Bag
1920's Japanese Celluloid Men's Bag

1920's Japanese Celluloid Men's Bag

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this 1920's vintage, Japanese celluloid men's purse/bag. Since men's kimonos

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Handbags and Purses

1920's Beaded Purse
1920's Beaded Purse

1920's Beaded Purse

Unavailable

H 9.5 in W 8.5 in

1920's Beaded Purse

Located in Toronto, ON

Early 1920's beaded purse with carved celluloid frame.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Handbags and Purses

Art Deco Carved Celluloid Hand Woven Evening Bag
Art Deco Carved Celluloid Hand Woven Evening Bag

Art Deco Carved Celluloid Hand Woven Evening Bag

Located in Burbank, CA

singular evening bag is the hinged purse frame: the curved quintessentially Art Deco carved amber celluloid

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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

1920s Burgundy Velvet and Hand Painted Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag
1920s Burgundy Velvet and Hand Painted Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

1920s Burgundy Velvet and Hand Painted Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

Located in Wigan, GB

Featuring a whimsical and colourful design, this rare example of a celluloid frame bag was created

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Museum Quality Victorian Monkey Fur Etched Celluloid Bag Purse
Museum Quality Victorian Monkey Fur Etched Celluloid Bag Purse

Museum Quality Victorian Monkey Fur Etched Celluloid Bag Purse

Located in Sparks, NV

From the Suzanne Mounts Collection: Victorian purse comprised of hand-etched celluloid frame

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Handbags and Purses

Vintage 1950's Marbled Celluloid Lucite Box Purse Bag
Vintage 1950's Marbled Celluloid Lucite Box Purse Bag

Vintage 1950's Marbled Celluloid Lucite Box Purse Bag

Located in Sparks, NV

Wonderful condition! Pearl gray tones swirl in this marbled lovely vintage box purse giving it an

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1950s American Handbags and Purses

1920s floral celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire
1920s floral celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire

1920s floral celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire with original tassel and cord handle...Inside is a compartment for

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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

BLACK ALLIGATOR SHOULDER BAG W/CELLULOID FRAME
BLACK ALLIGATOR SHOULDER BAG W/CELLULOID FRAME

BLACK ALLIGATOR SHOULDER BAG W/CELLULOID FRAME

Located in Alford, MA

Wonderful fusion of old and new, this handbag combines a vintage polychrome celluloid frame with a

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20th Century Handbags and Purses

1980s Revivals "Buddha" Celluloid Framed Suede Crossover Bag
1980s Revivals "Buddha" Celluloid Framed Suede Crossover Bag

1980s Revivals "Buddha" Celluloid Framed Suede Crossover Bag

Located in Gresham, OR

This 1920s Buddha/Elephant celluloid frame (made in Paris) was revived in the 1980s by New York

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1980s American Handbags and Purses

Paco Rabanne Transparent Celluloid Pastilles Bag, 1969
Paco Rabanne Transparent Celluloid Pastilles Bag, 1969

Paco Rabanne Transparent Celluloid Pastilles Bag, 1969

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paco Rabanne - (Made in France) Transparent celluloid pastilles bag assembled with silvery metal

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20th Century French Structured Shoulder Bags

1950s Autumn Leaves Needle Point Handbag with Celluloid Frame and Chain
1950s Autumn Leaves Needle Point Handbag with Celluloid Frame and Chain

1950s Autumn Leaves Needle Point Handbag with Celluloid Frame and Chain

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous large 1950s needlepoint handbag in beautiful autumn colors with falling leaf pattern. Faux tortoise shell frame and chain handle. Clean original lining with zippered poc...

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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Art Deco silk handbag with celluloid "cicada" clasp and frame, France 1920s
Art Deco silk handbag with celluloid "cicada" clasp and frame, France 1920s

Art Deco silk handbag with celluloid "cicada" clasp and frame, France 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

also lined in cream silk with silk flower decoration. The handle/strap is of celluloid links. The bag

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1920s Celluloid Flapper Dance Purse
1920s Celluloid Flapper Dance Purse

1920s Celluloid Flapper Dance Purse

Located in New York, NY

celluloid purse unscrews into 3 parts to reveal powder puff area, a mirror and open compartment. A lipstick

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

Celluloid and silk 'chevron' handbag, 1930s
Celluloid and silk 'chevron' handbag, 1930s

Celluloid and silk 'chevron' handbag, 1930s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Dynamic and highly striking design, this handbag is composed of a coloured celluloid 'sun ray

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1930s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame
1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame

1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame

Located in New Hope, PA

beads in a combination of floral and geometric designs. A striking celluloid frame repeats the floral

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

1990's Grace Ann Agostino Black Suede Handbag With Celluloid Frame
1990's Grace Ann Agostino Black Suede Handbag With Celluloid Frame

1990's Grace Ann Agostino Black Suede Handbag With Celluloid Frame

Located in Atlanta, GA

. The Victorian celluloid frame hinges open with a slide lock and reveals a supple leather lined

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1990s American Structured Shoulder Bags

A hand coloured celluloid frame, and silk 'rose' motif handbag, French, 1920s
A hand coloured celluloid frame, and silk 'rose' motif handbag, French, 1920s

A hand coloured celluloid frame, and silk 'rose' motif handbag, French, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

An exquiste handbag. Using an original 1920s French celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

20's Celluloid and Seed Bead purse
20's Celluloid and Seed Bead purse

20's Celluloid and Seed Bead purse

Located in Topanga, CA

Stunning glass seed beaded 1920's purse with a tortoise colored resin frame closure.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Handbags and Purses

Art Deco rare celluloid Dance or Tango purse with Buddha clasp
Art Deco rare celluloid Dance or Tango purse with Buddha clasp

Art Deco rare celluloid Dance or Tango purse with Buddha clasp

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Art Deco Tango or Dance Purse in Celluloid, by “Dennison” above “Maker”, U.S.A., as marked to rear

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Early 20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Jacomo Burgundy Alligator Handbag with Celluloid Frame
Jacomo Burgundy Alligator Handbag with Celluloid Frame

Jacomo Burgundy Alligator Handbag with Celluloid Frame

By Jacomo

Located in New York, NY

bag created. This particular bag has a wonderful celluloid frame, probably from the 1920s. The

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20th Century French Handbags and Purses

1920s Celluloid Fiber Clutch / Deco Handbag
1920s Celluloid Fiber Clutch / Deco Handbag

1920s Celluloid Fiber Clutch / Deco Handbag

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Lovely woven lined fiber and leather clutch with a deco celluloid lip and closure. The mirror is

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Early 20th Century Clutches

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag
1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag

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H 6.5 in D 1.5 in L 9 in

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag

Located in San Francisco, CA

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag Interesting patchwork crocodile and celluloid handbag

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1930s Top Handle Bags

Vintage 1940's Rhinestone and  Celluloid Bag
Vintage 1940's Rhinestone and  Celluloid Bag

Vintage 1940's Rhinestone and Celluloid Bag

Located in Chicago, IL

floral pattern underneath the celluloid. With the handle up the handbag measures 6 1/4"w x 9 1/8"h x 3 1

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1940s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1910s Art Nouveau Black Silk and Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag
1910s Art Nouveau Black Silk and Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

1910s Art Nouveau Black Silk and Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

Located in Wigan, GB

- Some of the celluloid has broken off in a very small area surrounding one of the hinge pins on the bag

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1910s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1930s Celluloid Frame with Orange and Blue Crochet Vintage Bag
1930s Celluloid Frame with Orange and Blue Crochet Vintage Bag

1930s Celluloid Frame with Orange and Blue Crochet Vintage Bag

Located in Wigan, GB

... This elegant bag is crocheted in orange and blue thread. It features a celluloid frame and celluloid

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1930s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

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John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

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By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...

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1990s French Cardigans

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1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny

1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny

By Moschino

Located in Concord, NC

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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JUDITH LEIBER Green Lizard Skin Wallet with Gold Clasp

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By Judith Leiber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Judith Leiber green lizard skin wallet with gold metal clasp. This wallet is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with this lovely wallet...

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1980s Italian Wallets

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Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

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Valentino Garavani Bag In Purple Alligator

Valentino Garavani Bag In Purple Alligator

$1,341

H 6.7 in D 6.7 in L 14.18 in

Valentino Garavani Bag In Purple Alligator

By Valentino

Located in Paris, FR

Golden jewelry. Zip closure. The interior is in golden leather. Serial number: BSXAB912T In very good condition. Slight wear and tear on one of the flowers and on the border along th...

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 “It’s Only A Game” Tan Olive Tie Dye Print Tank Top
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 “It’s Only A Game” Tan Olive Tie Dye Print Tank Top

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 “It’s Only A Game” Tan Olive Tie Dye Print Tank Top

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 “It’s Only A Game” Tan Olive Tie Dye Print Cotton Tank Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2005 “It’s Only A Game” S...

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Early 2000s Italian Tank Tops

1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim

1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim

By Jean Patou

Located in Sparks, NV

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1960s French Skirt Suits

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Rare 1960s Paco Rabbane Chainmail Jacket

Rare 1960s Paco Rabbane Chainmail Jacket

By Paco Rabanne

Located in New York, NY

Rare 1960s Paco Rabbane Chainmail Jacket; Comprised of gold-tone linked metal discs. Open front with no closure.

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1960s French Cropped Jackets

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GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

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By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

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1990s French Informal Dresses

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Runway and Ford Book Dress, 2003
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Runway and Ford Book Dress, 2003

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Runway and Ford Book Dress, 2003

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Spring/Summer 2003 designed by Tom Ford for the House of Saint Laurent. Flirty sleeveless coffee-colored knee-length silk chiffon dress with large silk rose at bust. Distinct con...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Water Mill, NY

An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...

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1980s French Trouser Pant Suits

Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag

Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag

$2,799Sale Price|20% Off

H 11 in W 8 in L 20 in

Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...

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1990s Italian Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / US 10 White Cotton Flamenco Skirt YSL
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / US 10 White Cotton Flamenco Skirt YSL

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / US 10 White Cotton Flamenco Skirt YSL

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford

Located in San Diego, CA

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Early 2000s French Dip Hem Skirts

Multicolor silk satin petals minaudière with chain handle FENDI  ( Numbered)
Multicolor silk satin petals minaudière with chain handle FENDI  ( Numbered)

Multicolor silk satin petals minaudière with chain handle FENDI ( Numbered)

By Fendi

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Multicolor silk satin petals minaudière with chain handle. Numbered and authenticity hologram. Chain handle and clasp on the top middle. Pink metallic leather piping. SIZE 18 cm X 1...

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Ostrich Skin Convertible Chain Clutch Bag
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Ostrich Skin Convertible Chain Clutch Bag

F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Ostrich Skin Convertible Chain Clutch Bag

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Tom Ford designed this chic light tan ostrich leather top handle bag for Gucci's Fall/Winter 2000 collection. A black leather version of this bag debuted on the season's runway as pa...

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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Vivienne Westwood red tartan wool pleated skirt with bustle, fw 1988
Vivienne Westwood red tartan wool pleated skirt with bustle, fw 1988

Vivienne Westwood red tartan wool pleated skirt with bustle, fw 1988

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood red tartan wool pleated skirt. Inside are the four original safety pin attached padded balls which were used in the show to exaggerated the rear; as a bustle would ...

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1990s British Skirts

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Celluloid Purse For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary celluloid purse you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Yellow and more. Finding the perfect celluloid purse may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Whiting & Davis each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Celluloid Purse?

On average, a celluloid purse on 1stDibs sells for $545, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $2,123 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses for You

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 bagBirkin, 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.