CHRISTIAN DIOR Monogram trotter bag
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
Authentic Dior Trotter handbag in Dior monogram canvas (jacquard canvas) and black leather. The bag
CHRISTIAN DIOR Monogram trotter bag
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
Authentic Dior Trotter handbag in Dior monogram canvas (jacquard canvas) and black leather. The bag
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 498da68
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 498da68
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 1025d1
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 1025d1
Christian Dior Black Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 63450
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Christian Dior Black Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 63450
Christian Dior Vintage Authentic Dior Trotter Paris Crossbody Bag, Unisex
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Bag in this Condition! 100% Guaranteed Authentic! Black beige Dior monogram canvas and black satchel
Dior Navy Blue Monogram Trotter Boston Bag 812da5
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Navy Blue Monogram Trotter Boston Bag 812da5
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Chain Bag Small
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This beautiful vintage Christian Dior chain bag is crafted of Dior's signature trotter jacquard in
$621
H 14 in W 1.75 in L 19.5 in
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Shopper Tote Bag 56d23s
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Shopper Tote Bag 56d23s Made In: France Measurements
$554
H 10.5 in W 9 in L 17.5 in
Dior Black x Brown Honeycomb Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 79d422s
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Honeycomb Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 79d422s Made In: France
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Large Trotter Jacquard Clutch Bag Navy
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This 1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR large clutch bag is crafted of Dior’s Trotter jacquard in navy trimmed
Christian Dior Vintage Trotter Diorissimo Shopper Bag Blue Beige
By Christian Dior
Located in Port Hope, ON
Very well known, this is a trotter pattern Christian Dior Diorissimo Shopper bag. It is made of
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Chain Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR shoulder bag is crafted of CD's trotter jacquard in navy featuring two
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano black trotter Street Chic canvas vanity bag
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano black trotter Street Chic canvas vanity bag Reference: TGAS
$1,008Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano black trotter Street Chic canvas box bag
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano black trotter Street Chic canvas box bag Reference: TGAS
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 112d22
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 18" Width: 8.5" Height: 10.5" Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Mar...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Coated Trotter Canvas Camera Bag Grey Khaki Small
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Christian Dior camera crossbody bag is crafted of CD's coated trotter canvas in grey
Unavailable
H 6.29 in W 3.93 in L 10.2 in
Dior Monogram Oblique Trotter Signature Satchel 870258 Black Canvas Travel Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 10.24 inch Handle (cm) : 26 cm Color : Black Material :Canvas Country of Manufacture : Spain Code
Unavailable
H 9.84 in W 11.8 in L 21.2 in
Dior Trotter Signature Oblique Boston Duffle 868005 Black Canvas Travel Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 14.96 inch Handle (cm) : 38 cm Color : Black Material :PVC Country of Manufacture : France VERY GOOD
Dior Vintage Trotter Shoulder Messenger Bag Navy (2003)
By Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
COLOR: Navy blue MATERIAL: Canvas DATE CODE: BOB 0013 MEASURES: H 11” x L 14.” x D 4” DROP: 22” CONDITION: Good - discoloration to canvas, rubs to canvas, no holes, faint scratches t...
Unavailable
H 12.2 in W 11.4 in L 26.7 in
Dior Large Navy Oblique Signature Trotter Boston Duffel 870606 Black Travel Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 18.11 inch Handle (cm) : 46 cm Color : Black Material :Canvas Country of Manufacture : France VERY GOOD
Unavailable
H 9 in W 8 in L 15 in
Dior Duffle Trotter Boston 15dz0724 Black Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Forest Hills, NY
bag. Only few scuffs and rubs. The main con could be the strong storage scent. Also, the bag slight
Unavailable
H 4.25 in W 4.75 in L 6 in
Dior Signature Oblique Monogram Trotter Vanity Chain Case 232569 Cosmetic Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: HE 0074 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 4.75" Height: 4.25" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 6.75/10 or B- ) Signs of Wear: E...
2007 CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Trotter Jacquard Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
2007 Christian Dior shoulder bag in black trotter jacquard featuring double wide handles for
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Trotter Jacquard Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Christian Dior shoulder bag in black trotter jacquard and leather. Front snap fastening
Dior Black Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 1CD106
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17 " Width: 9 " Height: 10 " Handle Drop: 5 " OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: No Lock Signs of Wear: Coated Canvas Exterio...
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 8cd62
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 8cd62
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 210da21
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 210da21
2000s CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Trotter Jacquard Messenger Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
2000s Christian Dior messenger crossbody bag in black trotter jacquard and leather. Made in Italy
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Crossbody Flap Bag 14d131s
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Crossbody Flap Bag 14d131s Made In: France Measurements
Christian Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 861854
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Christian Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 861854
Christian Dior Black Monogram Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 863201
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Christian Dior Black Monogram Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 863201
Christian Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle bag 863402
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Christian Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle bag 863402
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 920da54
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 7.5" Height: 9.5" Handle Drop: 5.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent Ext...
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 7CD1020
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 7CD1020
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 863186
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 863186
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Bag Duffle 826da70
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Bag Duffle 826da70
Dior XL Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Duffle Convertible Travel Bag 86da
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior XL Black Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Duffle Convertible Travel Bag 86da
Christian Dior Black Embossed Suede Monogram Trotter Boston Bag 862031
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Handle (cm) : 32 cm Color : Black Material :Suede Leather Country of Manufacture : France
Christian Dior Black Monogram Trotter 2way Top Handle Bag 861642
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION (7.5/10 or B+) (Outside) Minor rub on the leather parts (Outside) Minor stain partially (Handle) Minor rub on a part of handle Minor spot on a part of...
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Bag 1DR99
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Paris Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 6" Height: 10" Handle Drop: 5" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor ...
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H 12.5 in W 9.75 in L 21.5 in
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 1216d26
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 1216d26 Made In: France
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Christian Dior shoulder bag in navy trotter jacquard and leather. Made in France. Measures 9
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H 14 in W 9 in L 25 in
Dior Black Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Convertible Duffle Bag 21d223s
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Convertible Duffle Bag 21d223s Made In: France
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Christian Dior shoulder bag in Dior's iconic navy trotter jacquard and leather. Made in
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Chain Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Chain Shoulder Bag in Dior's iconic navy trotter jacquard featuring two main
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Boston Bag 30
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Vintage Christian Dior Boston bag in navy trotter jacquard and leather featuring a front CD
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 1015d41
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 1015d41
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 1013d12
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Boston Duffle Bag 1013d12
Christian Dior Black Brown Monogram Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 863436
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Christian Dior Black Brown Monogram Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 863436
Christian Dior Navy Monogram Trotter Boston Bag 862528
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rub partially Minor tear on the edges Minor wrinkle on the leather parts (Outside) Minor stain partially Minor discoloration on the wh...
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H 10 in W 4 in L 12 in
2005 CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Trotter Jacquard Messenger Crossbody Bag Mens Unisex
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stylish Christian Dior messenger crossbody bag is crafted of Dior’s trotter jacquard in black
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H 12.5 in W 9.75 in L 21.5 in
Dior Black Brown Honeycomb Trotter Monogram Boston Duffle Travel Bag 111d22
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Black Brown Honeycomb Trotter Monogram Boston Duffle Travel Bag 111d22 Made In: France
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Clutch Bag (Altered)
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR clutch bag is crafted of Dior signature trotter jacquard in navy
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Clutch Bag (Large)
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR large clutch bag in navy Trotter jacquard with leather trimmings. Made in
2000s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Messenger Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
2000s Christian Dior messenger crossbody bag in navy trotter jacquard and leather. Made in Italy
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Boston Bag 30
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Trotter Boston Bag 30 in navy jacquard. Material: Jacquard and leather Color
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Boston Bag 40
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR boston bag in navy trotter jacquard with leather trimmings featuring one
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Chain Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Chain Shoulder Bag in Dior's iconic navy trotter jacquard features two main
CHRISTIAN DIOR Parfums Vintage black trotter monogram long vanity bag
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Parfums Vintage black trotter monogram long vanity bag Reference: KELE/A00018 Brand
Christian Dior Large Navy Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 863232
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Christian Dior Large Navy Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 863232
Christian Dior Black x Brown Monogram Trotter Honeycomb Tote Bag 863497
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rub partially Minor wrinkle on the leather parts (Outside) Minor stain on the leather parts (Handle) Minor rub near the root of the han...
Dior Black x Brown Honeycomb Monogram Trotter Crossbody Flap Bag 863267
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Noticeable scratch on the leather parts (Outside) Noticeable stain on the leather parts (Shoulder) Minor spot on a part of shoulder strap (Ou...
Dior Black x Brown Honeycomb Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 64da723
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 7.5" Height: 9.5" Handle Drop: 6" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Lock (No Key) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canva...
Christian Dior Navy Blue Monogram Trotter Boston Bag 863172
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rub on the leather parts (Outside) Noticeable spot partially (Handle) Noticeable rub on a part of handle (Outside) Minor rub on the lea...
Dior Beige x Navy Monogram Trotter Boston Bag 61da723
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 6" Height: 7.5" Handle Drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior: Very Minor Markings Exterior Leat...
1980s CHRISTIAN DIOR Silver Gray Trotter Jacquard Clutch Bag (Modified)
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s CHRISTIAN DIOR Clutch Bag in silver gray trotter jacquard. Made in France. Measures
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H 6.5 in W 1.75 in L 10.25 in
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Large Clutch Bag (Altered)
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Clutch Bag in navy Trotter jacquard with leather interior. Large in size. Made
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Medium Clutch Bag (Altered)
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Clutch bag in navy Trotter jacquard with leather interior. Medium in size
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Boston Bag 25 Small
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR small boston bag in navy trotter jacquard with leather trimmings. Made in
Dior Black Monogram Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 1025d2
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 8.75" Height: 10.5" Handle Drop: 5.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor...
Dior Black Honeycomb Trotter Boston Duffle Bag 1CD106
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17 " Width: 9 " Height: 10 " Handle Drop: 5 " OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: No Lock Signs of Wear: Coated Canvas Exterio...
Dior Monogram Trotter Flap Black 860052 Brown Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 17 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 2.36 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 6 cm(app...
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H 8 in W 3 in L 11 in
1970s CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Trotter Jacquard Shoulder Bag Unisex Messenger Mens
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Christian Dior shoulder bag in navy trotter jacquard and leather. Zipper top closure with one
1954 Christian Dior Haute Couture 'Lily of the Valley' Satin Evening Dress Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two piece suit consisting of a jacket and mid length skirt of butter black satin trimmed with a velvet and jet fringe. The fitted jacket is constructed on princess lines with raglan ...
Vintage Gucci Leather Travel Bag with Original Box
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Gucci leather travel bag with the original box is a coveted luxury item that combines both timeless style and functionality. Gucci, a renowned Italian fashion house, is ...
Gucci Rare Suitcase Black Briefcase Bag 855675
By Gucci
Located in Dix hills, NY
Gucci Rare Suitcase Black Briefcase Bag 855675
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Matte Python Skin Saddle Bag & Mirror
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A rare Christian Dior mini evening saddle bag designed by John Galliano From a collectable, limited edition in 2002 Offered only in Dior flagship stores to a limited clientele Get th...
Vintage LOEWE Anagram Leather Boston Bag 35 Camel
By Loewe
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOEWE Anagram boston bag is crafted of large-grained calfskin leather in camel trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware and rolled lea...
$468
Gucci travel bag
Located in Carnate, IT
Vintage Gucci duffel bag in camel-colored leather with gold details. Zip closure. Very roomy, with fabric lining. Two internal pockets with logoed zip. It shows signs of use as in ...
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...
Hermes Diamond Birkin 35 Bag Miel Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional limited edition Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in honeyed Miel. Exquisite and rare color, this Hermes Birkin bag with 18K Ye...
Vintage Gucci Red & Green Webb Monogram Vinyl Canvas Carry On Suit Case
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Gucci monogram vinyl canvas, carry on suit case. Double red & green web handles in red & green, tan leather trim hold close with gold snap. The bag is perfect for carry on. U...
$6,920
H 13 in W 24 in L 10 in
Louis Vuitton Keepall Sailing Boating Duffel Rare Limited Edition Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Louis Vuitton Keepall Sailing Boating Duffel Rare Limited Edition Travel Bag Taupe leather LV Cup 95's travel bag from Louis Vuitton Pre-Owned featuring round top handles, a detach...
Gucci Rare Suitcase Black Briefcase Bag Carry-On Suitcase 854675
By Gucci
Located in Dix hills, NY
Gucci Rare Suitcase Black Briefcase Bag Carry-On Suitcase 854675
Fendi Brown Crystal Canvas Monogram FF Zucca Boston Duffle Bag 232855
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Brown Crystal Canvas Monogram FF Zucca Boston Duffle Bag 232855
Louis Vuitton Karl Lagerfeld Ultra Rare Limited Monogram Boxing Glove Set 859629
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Karl Lagerfeld Ultra Rare Limited Monogram Boxing Glove Set 859629
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.