Dior Saddle 2019 Mini Satin Icy Blue Grey Crystal Embellished Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This Dior Saddle Bag is a stunning mini crafted in a luxurious icy grayish blue satin. Cinderella would approve! The bag features the iconic Saddle silhouette with its curved design ...
Christian Dior Saddle Limited edition Russia Anniversary Saddle by John Galliano
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Livingston, NJ
To mark his 10th anniversary at Dior, John Galliano designed 12 limited-edition Saddle Bags, each inspired by a different country’s culture. With only 100 of each style produced, the...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary...
Dior Saddle Mini Velvet Handbag Black with Crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Velvet Handbag Black with Crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary design comes in ...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Light Gold with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Light scratches. DETAILS Christian Dior Saddle Material: Gold silk satin Size: Mini Dimensions: 21 x 18 x 5 cm / 8.5 x 7 x 2 inches
Dior Saddle Mini 2019 Silk Emerald Green with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini 2019 Silk Emerald Green with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in Emerald Green silk satin, the legendary desig...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Blue Grey with Crystal Embedded Buckles
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
There are a couple of scratches on the back of the bag. DETAILS Christian Dior Silk satin Blue Size: Mini Dimensions: 21 x 18 x 5 cm / 8.5 x 7 x 2 inches ACCESSORY: Dust bag, Dior...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Blue Grey with Crystal Embedded Buckles
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle bag, crafted in blue silk satin, the legendary design comes in size mini, features a magnetic flap, and bedazzling crystal embellished CD signature on both sides of the s...
Christian Dior Camouflage Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Christian Dior saddle bags are back in a big way! Here's your chance to nab yourself a saddle bag in the rare camouflage color-way!
Christian Dior Red Satin & Patent Leather Vintage Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Red Satin & Patent Leather Vintage Mini Saddle Bag Brand- Christian Dior Model- Mini Saddle Bag Product Type- Top Handle Serial Number- 90******* Age- Circa 2003 Acco...
Christian Dior Purple Red Multi Satin Embroidered Gold Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Charlotte, NC
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 2002 Collection Multicolor Satin Leather Embroidered IncludedAuthenticity Card W 9.8 x H 7.9 x D 2.0 " Handle Drop 7" 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
Christian Dior Vintage Tassel Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Light Blue Floral Silk & Red Patent Leather Vintage Tassel Mini Saddle Bag Brand- Christian Dior Model- Mini Saddle Bag Product Type- Top Handle Serial Number- 19****...
Christian Dior Vintage Tassel Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Light Blue Floral Silk & Red Patent Leather Vintage Tassel Mini Saddle Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1196 Brand: Christian Dior Model: Mini Saddle Bag Type: Top H...
Christian Dior Green Ostrich Saddle Bag with Logo
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Christian Dior green ostrich saddle bag is the perfect pop of color!
Christian Dior Vintage Sex And The City Pink Saddle Chain Satin Print Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An exceptionally rare and highly collectible Christian Dior Saddle Bag, designed by John Galliano in the early 2000s. Crafted in printed canvas with tan leather trim, this model feat...
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H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 1.19 in
Christian Dior Champagne Gold Embellished Silk Vintage Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Brand: Christian Dior Model: Mini Saddle Bag Product Type: Top Handle Serial Number: 09******** Age: Circa 2005 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Mirror Colour: Champagne Gold...
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H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 1.19 in
Christian Dior Champagne Gold Embellished Silk Vintage Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Brand: Christian Dior Model: Mini Saddle Bag Product Type: Top Handle Serial Number: 09******** Age: Circa 2005 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Mirror Colour: Champagne Gold...
Christian Dior Coral Silk Vintage Rose Petal Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Coral Silk Vintage Rose Petal Mini Saddle Bag Brand- Christian Dior Model- Mini Saddle Bag Product Type- Top Handle Serial Number- 09******* Age- Circa 2004 Accompani...
Christian Dior Coral Silk Vintage Rose Petal Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Coral Silk Vintage Rose Petal Mini Saddle Bag Brand- Christian Dior Model- Mini Saddle Bag Product Type- Top Handle Serial Number- 09******* Age- Circa 2004 Accompani...
Dior Saddle Mini Pink Silk Satin with Crystal Buckle
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Pink Silk Satin with Crystal Buckle These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
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H 5.52 in W 7.49 in D 1.19 in
Christian Dior Floral Silk & Red Patent Leather Vintage Tassel Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Light Blue Floral Silk & Red Patent Leather Vintage Tassel Mini Saddle Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1196 Brand: Christian Dior Model: Mini Saddle Bag Type: T...
Dior Saddle Vintage Classic Clutch Vintage Mini Red Silk Satin
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle bag, crafted in red silk satin, the legendary design comes in size mini, features a magnetic clasp opening, and thin silver Christian Dior chain and patent leather strap.
Dior Saddle Bird Limited Edition Top Handle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Shoulder bag signed Dior, Saddle model, in limited edition, made of multicolor fabric and satin with golden hardware. Equipped with a flap with velcro closure, internally lined in bl...
Dior Newspaper Saddle handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Black and white printed leather Christian Dior Newspaper saddle bag with gold-tone hardware, single flat shoulder strap featuring logo initials details, text print throughout, single...
Dior Saddle Oblique Blue
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior bag, Saddle model (by John Galliano) in blue Oblique canvas, navy blue leather and gold metal, flap closed with Velcro under leather tab, interior in navy blue satin c...
Dior Saddle Oblique Blue
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior bag, Saddle model (by John Galliano) in blue Oblique canvas, navy blue leather and gold metal, flap closed with Velcro under leather tab, interior in navy blue satin c...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Pink with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: MINT NEAR NEW DETAILS Christian Dior Saddle Material: Pink silk satin Size: Mini Dimensions: 21 x 18 x 5 cm / 8.5 x 7 x 2 inches
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary design comes in ...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary design comes in ...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk 2019 Pink with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk 2019 Pink with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in pink silk satin, the legendary design comes in size mi...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary design comes in si...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk Handbag Black with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in black silk satin, the legendary design comes in si...
When Christian Dior launched his couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.
Dior was born in Granville, on the Normandy coast, in 1905. His prosperous haute bourgeois parents wanted him to become a diplomat despite his interest in art and architecture. However, they agreed to bankroll an art gallery, which Dior opened in 1928 in Paris with a friend.
This was the start of Dior’s rise in the city’s creative milieu, where he befriended Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. After seven years as an art dealer, Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.
Just two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning, comme tout Paris, for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. They needed to dream anew.
And Dior delivered: He designed a collection for a bright, optimistic future. “It’s quite a revolution, dear Christian!” exclaimed Carmel Snow, the prescient American editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, famously proclaiming, “Your dresses have such a new look.” The press ran with the description, christening Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection the New Look. “God help those who bought before they saw Dior,” said Snow. “This changes everything.”
Dior’s collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in. His skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Rather than rationing, his ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred. The debut got a standing ovation.
In the subsequent decade, Paris ruled as the undisputed fashion capital of the world, and Christian Dior reigned as its king. With the luxuriously full skirts of his New Look, suits and his drop-dead gorgeous couture dresses and ball gowns worthy of any princess, Dior gave women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of war.
On 1stDibs, find an exquisite range of vintage Christian Dior clothing, jewelry, handbags and other items.
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.