Renaud Pelligrino Leather "Clam" Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Renaud Pelligrino's elegant caramel "Clam" shaped clutch in textured leather with top stitched
Renaud Pelligrino Leather "Clam" Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Renaud Pelligrino's elegant caramel "Clam" shaped clutch in textured leather with top stitched
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Bown Crochet Clam Closure Mini Evening Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a brown satin crochet Dolce & Gabbana mini evening bag. From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this bag exudes a captivating charm with its crochet overlay. The fusion of...
Chanel Wooden Clam Shell 220711 Ivory Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 9100324 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 3.5" Height: 7" Handle drop: 6" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B) Includes Serial Seal Stic...
CHANEL bag Medium flap 'Clams Pocket' snakeskin pearlized pink NEW
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Rare to find "clams pocket" snakeskin in beautiful subtle pearlized pink. Extremely soft with
Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Bowler Bag Clam Seashell Octagon 551lvs310
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI0999 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 6" Height: 12" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Lock (No Key) ...
LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm
By Loewe
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm Reference: ANWU/A00105 Brand: Loewe Designer
LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm
By Loewe, J W Anderson
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm Reference: ANWU/A00105 Brand: Loewe Designer: JW
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H 0.83 in W 2.05 in D 2.75 in
Victorian 1900 Clam Shaped Coins Purse Wallet In .900 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Clam Conch Shaped Coins wallet Purse. A beautiful piece, created during the late Victorian era
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A retro gem from the 1970's! This beautiful seashell bag really leans into the era by making this statement vibrant gold shoulder bag. It is super chunky in shape but has a simple de...
Opulent Gilt Metal Clam Shell Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Opulent gilt metal clam shell evening bag Made in Italy c 1970 The exotic evening bag is designed
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Shaped like a clam this beautiful clutch by Alexander McQueen is bold and glamorous. It is rendered
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Shaped like a clam, this beautiful clutch by Alexander McQueen is distinct and glamorous. It is
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium, crafted from genuine gold quilted lizard
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium, crafted from genuine gold quilted lizard
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small, crafted from black quilted lambskin
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
14", Height 5", Width 8", Depth 3", Strap Drop 26.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Clams Pocket Flap Bag
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo, crafted from black leather
Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Make everyone nod in approval when you step out swaying this Chanel bag. It has been crafted from metallic gold crackled leather in the signature quilt and held by a chain-link shoul...
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H 7.09 in W 1.58 in L 9.26 in
Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Make everyone nod in approval when you step out swaying this Chanel bag. It has been crafted from metallic gold crackled leather in the signature quilt and held by a chain-link shoul...
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Drop 26.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small Exterior
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Drop 26.5" Designer: Chanel Model: Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small Exterior
Chanel Metallic Quilted Aged Leather Clams Wallet on Chain
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Meticulously designed, this WOC bag is a creation by Chanel. It has been wonderfully crafted from metallic gold leather and carries the signature quilt. The interior is lined with le...
Brand New Hermes Birkin 30 Ghillies Veu Paradis Taurillon Clamence
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brand new hard to find Hermes Birkin Ghillies Veu Paradis Taurillon Clamence . This stunning
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
NWT Stunning Stella McCartney Saskia Dress Gown Seen on Emmys
By Stella McCartney, Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the best pieces I've seen from Stella McCartney. Seen at the Emmy's and was a drop-dead knockout! Elegance and high fashion at its best! This colorblock standout gown featur...
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Size: Petite Small - Medium
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Janine of London, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...
Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare Fall 2001 runway GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE, by Donatella, Museum Worthy black silk chiffon and leather full length evening dress! Kylie Minogue also stunned in the gown o...
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
$2,950
H 6 in D 2.5 in L 9.75 in
Vintage Hermès Sac Cordelière White Patent Leather Envelope Handbag- 25 cm, 1951
By Hermès
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though it is almost 70 years old, this magnificent handbag is as lustrous and stylish as the day it was made in 1951. Best of all it is true, bright white and an ideal complement to ...
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)
Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Polka Dot Chiffon Gown, Betsy Bloomingdale 1980
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a sheer chiffon black and white polka dot gown by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1980. The gown has an open slit up the front and comes as a three piece set, with a match...
John Galliano black acetate evening slip dress, ss 1997
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano black acetate evening slip dress with spaghetti straps and scoop neckline. Spring-Summer 1997
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
John Galliano black mohair jacket and skirt suit, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano black and white mohair striped jacket and skirt suit. Fall-Winter 1999
Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress
By Sophie Sitbon Paris, Sophie Sitbon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black dress from French designer Sophie Sitbon. It is a simple sleeveless crew neck dress with horizontal cut outs across the midriff, upper chest and sides. The back is...
John Galliano Vintage Teal Blue Silk Halter Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Late 1990s John Galliano empire sweetheart bust bias cut gown with thin spaghetti strap with slit. Big bow ties in the front. Fit US size 4 or 6 Bust 34 - 36 inch /Waist:...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse Shawl Collar Swarovski 38
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Shawl collar Finest light purple fabric Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Swarovski crystal buttons Made in I...
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.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.
On the purse’s anniversary, we reflect on its remarkable versatility.