CHRISTIAN DIOR turquoise canvas 2019 LARGE BOOK TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Book Tote Large in turquoise, yellow, black and red embroidered canvas. Brand new. 2019 Spring/Summer Measurements Height 35cm (13.7in) Width 42cm (1...
CHRISTIAN DIOR nude suede 2019 KALEIDIORSCOPIC LARGE BOOK TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Unlined for a lightweight, effortless feel, this tote is both spacious and striking—perfect for making a statement while carrying all your essentials in style. Brand new with dust ba...
CHRISTIAN DIOR black leather 2019 DIORODEO SMALL HOBO Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Diorodeo Small Hobo small bucket style bag is crafted of smooth black leather, canvas and multicolor stitched fabric.
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 pink 2019 DIORIVIERA SAINT TROPEZ LARGE BOOK Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior 2019 Dioriviera Saint Tropez Large Book Tote in blush pink and off-white. Unlined. Brand new. Measurements Height 35cm (13.7in) Width 42cm (16.4in) De...
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 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 ...
Christian Dior 'Lady Dior mini' bag' 2019
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Black calfskin Lady Dior mini bag embroidered with caneworked pearls, mirrors, Dior charms, and a removable thin chain strap.
Christian Dior 'Lady Dior mini' bag Limited Edition 2019
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Black Astrakhan Lady Dior mini bag embroidered with multicolored pearl flowers, and with a removable golden chain and black leather strap.
Lady Dior Leather Bag, circa 2019
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Leather bag decorated with embroideries and pearls, with champagne metal elements. 2019 circa Collection under the artistic direction of Maria Grazia Chiuri.
Lady Dior Black Leather Beaded Bag, 2019
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Black leather bag embroidered with a multicolored pearl floral pattern.
CHRISTIAN DIOR black leather 2019 ULTRAMATTE SADDLE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Saddle bag in black smooth ultramatte calfskin. The legendary design features a Saddle flap with a D stirrup strap and magnetic pull, as well as a black...
Dior Saddle 2019 Medium Grained Calfskin Leather Bag Black
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle 2019 Medium Grained Calfskin Leather Bag Black These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Saddle So Black Medium Calfskin Leather Bag, 2019
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle So Black Medium Calfskin Leather Bag, 2019 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
CHRISTIAN DIOR pink 2019 KALEIDIORSCOPIC EMBROIDERED & STUDDED Bag Strap
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior KaleiDiorscopic belt trap with silver-tone studded metal emblems in nude, navy, brown, white and purple canvas featuring gold-tone clasps and black leat...
Dior Saddle 2019 Medium Tan Brown Grained Calfskin Leather Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle 2019 Medium Tan Brown Grained Calfskin Leather Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Saddle Mini 2019 Black and Green Beaded Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini 2019 Black and Green Beaded Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
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H 12.21 in W 17.72 in D 4.34 in
2019 Christian Dior Navy Oblique Canvas Grained Calfskin Leather 2-Way Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Oblique Canvas Grained Calfskin Leather 2-Way Tote Bag Xupes Reference: HB3448 Serial Number: 03-BO-0129 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Care B...
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 Medium 2019 White Grained Leather Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Medium 2019 White Grained Leather Handbag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in white grained calfskin le...
DIOR HOMME Kim Jones 2019 Saddle Universe plum nylon CD buckle 2-way body bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR HOMME Kim Jones 2019 Saddle Universe plum nylon CD buckle 2-way body bag Reference: TGAS/C01571 Brand: Dior Designer: Kim Jones Model: Saddle Universe Collection: 2019 Material:...
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 des...
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 offered by Luxbags. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in Emerald Green silk satin, ...
2019 Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote Xupes Reference: HB3263 Serial Number: 50-MA-0199 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card...
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H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 1.97 in
2019 Christian Dior Burgundy Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Burgundy Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote Xupes Reference: HB3264 Serial Number: 50-MA-0189 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity ...
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 ...
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 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.