$650
H 11 in W 16.5 in D 3 in
Coach Vintage Brown Leather Messenger Briefcase Satchel Made in USA 1970s
By Coach House
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Coach vintage brown leather messenger briefcase Satchel Made in New York City USA. Coach 1970's
Vintage Coach Beekman Briefcase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Coach Beekman Briefcase is a timeless piece that combines high-quality craftsmanship with
Coach North South Mini Crossbody
By Bonnie Cashin for Coach Leatherware
Located in New York, NY
Coach North South Mini Crossbody from the 1980's. Heavy brown calfskin with zippered main
$1,699
H 11 in D 1.25 in L 7 in
Bonnie Cashin for Coach Vintage Swinger Bag Red Leather Circa 1970s Crossbody
By Bonnie Cashin for Coach Leatherware, Bonnie Cashin
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic vintage Bonnie Cashin for Coach Swinger bag, most likely produced in the 1970s during the
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 6.9 in D 1.7 in
Vintage COACH genuine khaki and brown leather mini shoulder bag.
By Coach
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage COACH genuine khaki and brown leather mini shoulder bag in half moon shape. Classic
COACH c.1996 Vtg Brown Suede Leather Crossbody Messenger Field Bag Purse Handbag
By Coach House, Reed Krakoff
Located in Thiensville, WI
COACH c.1996 Vtg Brown Suede Leather Crossbody Messenger Field Bag Purse Handbag Brand
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H 7 in D 3 in L 7 in
Vintage Coach Bag Winnie Top Handle Mini Willis #9023 Black Leather Crossbody
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage 90s Coach Winnie top handle bag, style #9023, from 1997. Made from
Sold
H 12 in W 5.5 in L 14 in
Coach Swag Bag Bonnie Cashin Large Leather Messenger Vintage 60s NYC Bag Rare
By Bonnie Cashin for Coach Leatherware
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage (and rare!) 60s Coach Bonnie Cashin 'Swag Bag' large leather messenger
Coach Vintage Cognac Brown Leather Shoulder Crossbody Flap Bag
By Coach
Located in Chicago, IL
of vintage Coach Classics. Available for a limited time only. Leather Gold hardware Turnlock
Coach Vintage Archive Black Leather Saddle Crossbody Shoulder Flap Bag
By Coach
Located in Chicago, IL
Coach Vintage Archive Black Leather Saddle Crossbody Shoulder Flap Bag Leather Gold tone hardware
Coach Vintage black leather mini shoulder bag in half moon shape
By Coach
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980s. Vintage COACH genuine black leather mini shoulder bag in half moon shape. classic purse
Coach Vintage Red Leather Satchel Crossbody Shoulder Flap Bag
By Coach
Located in Chicago, IL
of vintage Coach Classics. Available for a limited time only. Leather Gold hardware Turnlock
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H 7.5 in W 7.25 in D 2.75 in
Coach Vintage Classic Cognac Leather Top Handle Satchel Crossbody Flap Bag
By Coach
Located in Chicago, IL
Coach Vintage Classic Cognac Leather Top Handle Satchel Crossbody Flap Bag Leather Gold tone
Coach Vintage Archive Cognac Leather Round Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Coach
Located in Chicago, IL
Coach Vintage Archive Cognac Leather Round Crossbody Shoulder Bag Leather Gold tone hardware
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H 2.3 in W 8.3 in D 2.3 in
Vintage COACH genuine black leather oval lunchbox shape shoulder bag. USA made.
By Coach
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980s. Vintage COACH genuine black leather oval lunchbox shape shoulder bag. Made in USA This is a
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H 5 in W 7.5 in D 3.9 in
Coach Vintage Black Leather Vanity Top Handle Satchel Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Coach
Located in Chicago, IL
vintage Coach Classics. Available for a limited time only. Leather Gold hardware Zipper closure
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H 7.5 in W 9.5 in D 3.25 in
Coach Vintage Archive Leather 3 in 1 Top Handle Shoulder Crossbody Flap Bag
By Coach
Located in Chicago, IL
Coach Vintage Archive Leather 3 in 1 Top Handle Satchel Crossbody Shoulder Flap Bag Leather Gold
British Hong Kong Cream Handbag with Iridescent Cream Sequins and White Beads
Located in London, GB
This very beautiful cream bag, with iridescent cream sequins and white beads, was made in British Hong Kong, circa 1960s. It has silver tone fittings, with a rhinestone double clasp,...
CHANEL black leather 2022 22C DUBAI BEECHWOOD VANITY Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Small Vanity bag in beige beechwood with black leather trims and antique gold-tone hardware. Rare limited edition. Opens with a logo clasp closure and is lined ...
LOUIS VUITTON black Epi leather SPEEDY 30 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 Handbag in black Epi leather is a timeless and versatile piece. Crafted from durable Epi leather, it features a sleek, structured design w...
SAINT LAURENT black leather SAC DE JOUR SMALL Tote Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Saint Laurent Sac de Jour bag in its iconic size is a timeless symbol of elegance and functionality. Crafted in smooth black calfskin with a spacious, suede-lined...
Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
$275Sale Price|21% Off
H 6.5 in D 3.25 in L 7 in
Timmy Woods Beverly Hills Carved Wood Artisan Lion Shoulder Bag c 1990s
Located in University City, MO
Timmy Wood's Beverly Hills carved wood artisan lion head shoulder bag The hand-carved wood lion head shoulder bag is constructed from fallen trees in the Philippines That can take ...
$475Sale Price|29% Off
H 7.5 in D 4 in L 11.5 in
1950s Princess Charming by Atlas Vinyl Wicker Horse Themed Handbag
By Atlas
Located in University City, MO
1950s Princess Charming by Atlas vinyl wicker horse themed handbag The charming retro handbag is designed with a cloth & burlap panel on the front exterior encased in vinyl The clo...
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 ...
$865
Size: Recommended Size; U.K. 8
1990’s Vivienne Westwood Pin Striped Cropped Fitted linen striped Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful mid 1990's Vivienne Westwood Jacket, crafted from a pin striped Linen in shades of blue, white & mauve, with a simple cotton lining. The jacket features a figure-hug...
2008/2009 Gucci Medium Brown Guccissima Leather Hysteria Hobo Bag
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
2008/2009 Gucci Hysteria hobo bag in rich dark brown Guccissima leather. Designed with soft pleating and a slouchy silhouette, it features Gucci’s iconic embossed GG monogram through...
Ferragamo Faux Crocodile Shoulder Bag
By Ferragamo
Located in New York, NY
Ferragamo Faux Crocodile Shoulder Bag from the 1990's. Zipper top entry. Embossed croc patterned leather with zip entry. Logo embossed gold metal plated hardware. One interior zip po...
Rare 1990s Hermès Medor Black Leather Gold Stud Crossbody Shoulder Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in San Diego, CA
Elevate your wardrobe with this exceptionally rare vintage 1990s Hermès Doggy Medor bag — a coveted collector’s piece that exudes timeless Parisian elegance with an edgy twist. Craft...
2000s Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather Egg Bag Red
By Loewe
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOEWE egg bag is crafted of calfskin leather in red. Top magnetic snap closure opens to a beige leather interior featuring a zippered and a slip pocket. Made in spain. M...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 4 in L 6.25 in
Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
By Harry Rosenfeld, Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy
Located in University City, MO
HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side ...
Versace Fall 2021 Starfish Print Sleeveless Midi Dress Yellow IT 42
By Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Sleeveless garment-pleated satin mid-length dress in yellow featuring graphic pattern printed in multicolor. Hardware at spaghetti shoulder straps. Scoop neck collar. Lettuce edge in...
Stylish and practical, vintage and designer crossbody bags and messenger bags are ideal for all occasions, from lunch dates to errands to sunny afternoons in the park to formal affairs.
Messenger bags are a fashion staple. A shoulder bag that’s designed to be durable and lightweight, messenger bags offer comfort and convenience when carrying heavy items, and while their functionality is comparable to that of standard backpacks, you don’t have to take your bag off to get into its compartments and various zippered pockets. This is a sophisticated accessory — it sits flat against your body and provides easy access to your belongings at all times.
Our love for vintage handbags and purses goes back a long time. For as long as we’ve needed to carry around personal items to and from our homes, handbags of some fashion have been in our lives. Bag design evolved notably during the later Middle Ages to meet the needs of increasingly prosperous, sophisticated and diverse societies. As craftspeople grew in skill, and the choice of materials and dyes increased, the bags’ exteriors were embellished to please the eye and signify status. In our modern era, there is a vast range of iconic handbags and other bags to choose from.
Crossbody bags, which were designed to be worn on one side of the body so that the long strap is looped over the opposite shoulder, have been popular and versatile accessories over time, thankfully improving upon the medieval-era crude leather and silk coin purses that Europeans fastened to their belts as well as the drawstring pouches of the Renaissance, which held money as often as they did flowers and spices. These bags — as well as the stylish messenger bags that have materialized during the 20th century — weren’t bound by gender when they first appeared, and they certainly aren’t today.
For an alluring alternative to a satchel or backpack, luxury houses and various legendary brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and others offer a wide range of crossbody bags and messenger bags for the discerning bag enthusiast. Find these bags in all shapes and sizes on 1stDibs.
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