Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Black Leather Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Black Leather Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Black Leather Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Black Leather Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Red Leather Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Red Leather Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Red Leather Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Red Leather Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Brown Suede Leather Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Brown Suede Leather Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Red Leather Crocodile Embossed Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Red Leather Crocodile Embossed Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Green Denim Burgundy Leather Crossbody Bag 2006
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Large Green Denim Burgundy Leather Crossbody Bag 2006 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Lambskin Leather Shoulder Gaucho Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic Christian Dior Gaucho bag. Done in black distressed leather with light brown leather details and silver hardware, this bag is highly sought after by Dior lovers ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Ivory Beige GAUCHO Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic DIOR Ivory Beige GAUCHO Shoulder Bag. Done in ivory distressed leather with light brown leather details and silver hardware, this bag is highly sought after by D...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Croc-Stamped Patent Leather Gaucho Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR Croc-Stamped Patent Leather Gaucho Bag. Done in a plum colored crocodile embossed patent leather with antique silver hardware, this bag is highly ...
dior gaucho saddle bag 2005
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Eivissa, ES
Christian Dior Gaucho Saddle Bag – Circa 2005 An iconic piece from the John Galliano era at Dior, the Gaucho Saddle Bag blends Western equestrian references with Parisian edge.
Christian Dior Gaucho saddle burgundy leather shoulder bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Capri, IT
Christian Dior Gaucho saddle burgundy leather shoulder bag embellished with silver hardware front flap closure with buckle small front pocket and monogram lining measurements: 24 * 2...
CHRISTIAN DIOR black leather GAUCHO SADDLE Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior Vintage 'Gaucho' Saddle bag in black leather with brown trimming featuring a small front pocket.
Brown leather "Gaucho" shoulder bag Christian Dior Numbered
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown leather "Gaucho" shoulder bag. Monogrammed lining . Size: 40 cm X 25v cm X 10 cm. One flat inside pocket with zip. Bag strap length: 110 cm Key and coin in silver color metal...
Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Brown Leather Crossbody Bag 2006
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Brown Leather Crossbody Bag 2006 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Green Denim Burgundy Leather Crossbody Bag 2006
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Vintage Gaucho Mini Green Denim Burgundy Leather Crossbody Bag 2006 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
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H 9.85 in W 14.97 in D 2.76 in
Christian Dior Brown Aged Calfskin Leather Gaucho Double Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Aged Calfskin Leather Gaucho Double Saddle Bag Xupes Reference: CB408 Serial Number: 06-MA-0096 Age (Circa): 2006 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Care Booklet A...
Christian Dior "Gaucho Mini" Bag Spring/Summer Collection, 2006
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Mini bag in suede, leather and powder pink satin, leather handle. Spring/Summer 2006 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Height : 22 cm, Width...
DIOR Brown Leather -Gaucho- Belt Buckle Key Charm Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Iconic brown leather Gaucho shoulder bag by DIOR. This signature style comes in smooth brown leather with tan stitching and features a saddle flap with tan leather piping, belt detai...
DIOR Black & Brown Leather Sac Gaucho Belt Buckle Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous "Sac Gaucho Large" shoulder bag by John Galliano for DIOR.
S/S 2006 Dior Double Gaucho Teal Blue Leather Saddle bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Christian Dior Spring / Summer 2006 "Gaucho" teal blue and tan leather double saddle bag.
2006 Christian Dior Brown Aged Calfskin Leather Gaucho Double Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Aged Calfskin Leather Gaucho Double Saddle Bag Xupes Reference: CB408 Serial Number: 06-MA-0096 Age (Circa): 2006 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Care Booklet Au...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black leather Saddle Gaucho bag
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black leather « Saddle Gaucho” shoulder bag featuring a snap closure under front flap, camel contrasted leather details, antique silver-tone hardware...
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H 9.06 in D 6.3 in L 15.75 in
Beige leather handle bag " Gaucho" Christian Dior by John Galliano 2006
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige leather handle bag " Gaucho" with brown leather piping. Branded nylon lining. One small front small pocket with snap closure. Decorative silver metal buckle on the top flap wit...
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H 10 in D 4 in L 17 in
Christian Dior by John Galliano “Gaucho” black and tan shoulder bag, ss 2006
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by John Galliano - Sold by Skof.Archive - Runway look 33 - Black leather exterior - Front saddle flip with interlinked tan distressed leather detail along edge - Magneti...
Christian Dior brown Gaucho shoulder bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Capri, IT
Christian Dior brown Gaucho shoulder bag measurements: 38 * 25 cm 6 cm depth
Christian Dior Medium Gaucho Crossbody Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Christian Dior Medium Gaucho Crossbody Saddle Bag was made in Italy and it is finely crafted of a calfskin leather exterior with silver-tone hardware features.
Christian Dior Black Aged Calfskin Leather Gaucho Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Black Aged Calfskin Leather Gaucho Saddle Bag Brand- Christian Dior Model- Gaucho Saddle Bag Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number- 05-MA-1006 Age- Circa 20...
2000s CHRISTIAN DIOR Blue Denim Gaucho Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage 2000s Christian Dior Gaucho Saddle shoulder bag is crafted of blue denim and brown leather featuring one interior zippered pocket and one back open pocket.
Christian Dior Blue Leather Gaucho Double Saddle Large Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Christian Dior 'Gaucho' Double Saddle bag Crafted in blue antiquated leather with tan leather trim.
Dior by John Galliano LIMITED EDITION 2006 collection Gaucho Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Dior by John Galliano 2006 collection Limited Edition dark brown grained leather Gaucho bag with card, metal charms on the bag, number 312 in the world.
CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 2006 "Gaucho" Black & Tan Leather Shoulder Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 2006 "Gaucho" Black & Tan Leather Shoulder Saddle Bag Estimated Retail: $1,395 Brand / Manufacturer: Christian Dior Collection: Spring / Summer 2006...
Christian Dior "Gaucho" Black and Tan Leather Double Saddle Bag Purse, S/S 2006
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Thiensville, WI
Christian Dior Spring / Summer 2006 "Gaucho" black and tan leather double saddle bag.
Dior Gaucho Navy Suede Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Lisbon, PT
Dior Gaucho bag in blue suede and black leather.
Dior Cream Leather Gaucho Frame Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Inspired by the shape of a saddle, the popular rustic style Dior Gaucho bag is a unique bag to own. The Gaucho bag’s exterior is made from cream leather that folds over to resemble a...
Christian Dior Gaucho Double Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Lisbon, PT
Christian Dior Gaucho double saddle bag in black pony skin with distressed gold leather.
Dior Brown Leather Gaucho Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Orlando, FL
The Gaucho Saddle features a leather body, a flat strap, exterior silver-tone hardware and a flap pocket detail, a top magnetic closure, and interior zip, slip and open pockets. It c...
Dior Gaucho Ivory Leather Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
We always suspected Dior held the key to our heart, and this bag is proof! We're charmed by the unique, asymmetrical design and rustic western style. The excellently crafted, dur...
Dior White Leather Gaucho Double Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A style that has made a sensation all around the world, the Saddle bag from Dior is a coveted creation which has seen its share of fame with celebs likes of Katie Holmes, Beyonce and...
Dior Olive Green Leather Gaucho Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this bag which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in a beautiful shade, perfect for making a statement. The bag features a chunky buck...
Dior White Leather Gaucho Alpine Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this Double Saddle bag, which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in white and features a chunky buckle and a key on the front and a we...
Dior White Leather Gaucho Alpine Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this Double Saddle bag which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in white and features a chunky buckle as well as a key on the front an...
Dior White Leather Gaucho Alpine Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this Double Saddle bag which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in white and features a chunky buckle as well as a key on the front an...
Dior White Leather Gaucho Alpine Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this Double Saddle bag which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in white and features a chunky buckle as well as a key on the front an...
Christian Dior Croc Embossed Patent Leather Gaucho Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Lisbon, PT
Christian Dior croc embossed patent leather gaucho saddle bag in a beautiful deep burgundy color.
Dior White Leather Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
Dior Gun Metal Leather Gaucho Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Dior Saddle made a huge comeback in 2018, and it has gone on to remain in style. Just for you to catch on with the Saddle trend comes this gorgeous version in leather. A single h...
Dior Copper Leather Large Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
CHRISTIAN DIOR Ivory White Large Gaucho Top Handle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic Christian Dior Ivory Gaucho Top Handle Bag. Done in ivory distressed leather with light brown leather details and silver hardware, this bag is adored by Dior afi...
Dior Cream Gaucho Leather Large Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
Dior Cream Gaucho Leather Large Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
Christian Dior Black Whipstitched Gaucho Double Saddle Bag 2006
By Christian Dior
Located in US
Christian Dior black calfskin leather double saddle whipstitched rare style gaucho bag from 2006.
Dior Metallic Leather Large Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
Christian Dior Vintage Gaucho Double Saddle Bag Leather Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Creasing, wear and scuffs on exterior, handle and underneath flap, light wear in interior, scratches and tarnish on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 9-11", H...
Christian Dior Vintage Gaucho Double Saddle Bag Leather Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Creasing, wear and scuffs on exterior, handle and underneath flap, light wear in interior, scratches and tarnish on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 9-11", H...
Dior Green Leather Large Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
Dior Apple Green Leather Large Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
Dior Pale Green Gaucho Leather Large Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior, this Gaucho Double Saddle bag is an excellent blend of elegance and style.
Dior White Leather Limited Edition 0118 Gaucho Alpine Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted with white leather, the Dior Limited Edition 0118 Gaucho Alpine Saddle Bag exudes timeless charm and luxury.
Christian Dior Vintage Gaucho Double Saddle Bag Suede with Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 8-10", Height 9.5", Width 13.5", Depth 3.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Vintage Gaucho Double Saddle Bag Suede with Leather ...
Dior Black/Brown Leather Large Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this Double Saddle bag which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in beautiful shades, perfect for making a statement. The bag features ...
Dior Black/Brown Leather Large Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this Double Saddle bag which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in beautiful shades, perfect for making a statement. The bag features ...
Dior Black/Brown Leather Large Gaucho Double Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
From the house of Dior comes this Double Saddle bag which is an excellent blend of elegance and style. It comes in beautiful shades, perfect for making a statement. The bag features ...
Dior White Leather Limited Edition 0168 Gaucho Alpine Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The fashion house’s tradition of excellence, coupled with modern design sensibilities, works to make this Dior bag one of a kind. It's a fabulous accessory for everyday use.
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
$2,856Sale Price|35% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Brand: Christian Dior by John Galliano Product Name: Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag Product Description: Introducing the Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag...
$890
Size: please refer to measurements
VERA WANG 90's/00 Tan Evening Gown w. Bustle Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang 1990's-2000's Vintage Tan / Beige color, neutral tone Train that bustles at the back Size tag missing will measure later, appears to be a 2/4 Great vintage condition, no ri...
Chanel S/S 1990 Vintage Bridal Pearl Embellished Pleated Ivory Dress Gown
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An incredibly rare and collectible piece from Chanel’s Spring/Summer 1990 collection by Karl Lagerfeld. It became an instant icon when Madonna wore it for Vanity Fair cover and edit...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Silver Grey Satin Floral Hand Beaded Gown Wedding
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes 1990's Vintage Meant to look antique-y Not sure of the material, maybe a silk blend. Definitely satin type Hand embroidery and beading on the flowers on both the bust a...
Early 2000s Dolce and Gabbana Zebra Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana shoulder bag from the early 2000s features a striking black and white zebra print on pony hair. It’s accented with silver-tone hardware and patent leather, o...
Chanel Vintage Pink Crocodile Kelly Handbag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Vintage Alligator Top Handle Flap Bag Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition Material: Alligator Color: Salmon Pink Hardware: Gold-Tone Series: 5-Series (1997–1999) Dimen...
$3,990
Size: F38 fits Small, or also XS/S S/M
DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO 2003 Vintage Hardcore Red Leather Bondage Blazer Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano for Christian Dior Vintage FW03 Hardcore Dior Bondage Collection Sleek and shiny candy apple red lambskin lined in silk Shiny silver hardware Structured shoulders Size ...
Chanel Shiny Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Shiny Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag Shiny black iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and gold hardware. Double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-lock clos...
Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap Bag iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and silver hardware. Red double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-...
Roberto Cavalli Silk Halter-Neck Evening Dress Gown With Train, S/S 2005/2004
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in North Wales, PA
Abundantia Curation newest addition: A breathtaking Roberto Cavalli evening gown from the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, showcasing the designer’s mastery of romantic glamour and sen...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Mini Embellished Evening Bag Minaudiere
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished minaudière with sequins, crystals, and beading Photographs more iridescent purple than it actually looks in real life Gold and silver colo...
Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Micro Kelly Bag – 1998 Series 5 Dark brown crocodile with gold-tone CC turnlock. A structured mini silhouette in glossy crocodile, finished with a top handle and classic CC c...
Gucci x Tom Ford Era Campaign S/S 2000 Beaded Snake Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2000 Beaded Snake Bag, created under Tom Ford’s audacious vision, is a standout from one of the house’s most iconic runway eras. A masterpiece of embellishment,...
$6,200
Size: Haute couture/no size tag
Chanel Haute Couture By Karl Lagerfeld "Bouclé" Jacket, Spring-Summer 1995
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Geneva, CH
Pamper yourself with the sophistication of Chanel's Haute Couture Spring-Summer 1995 collection with this wonderful "little black jacket" ! A rare and collectible piece that perfectl...
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.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.