Christian Dior Mini Saddle Yellow Ultra-Matte Leather Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Light signs of use, clean inside and out. Accessories: ID card,Dust bag size: Width:18cm long and 15cm high Designer: Christian Dior Model:Mini Saddle Bag Exterior M...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Matte Python Skin Saddle Bag & Mirror
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for 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...
Christian Dior 2023 Ultra Matte Pink Calfskin Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in luxurious style with the Christian Dior Vintage Ultra Matte Calfskin Saddle Bag. Crafted from premium fuchsia calfskin leather, this bag exudes elegance with its saddlebag...
Christian Ultra Matte Black Calfskin Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Maria Grazia Chiuri brings a fresh update to the iconic Saddle bag. Crafted in black ultra matte calfskin, the legendary design presents a Saddle flap with a magnetic D stirrup clasp...
Christian Ultra Matte Black Calfskin Saddle Flap Card Holder
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The small and easy-to-use companion may be paired with the entire Saddle line. Designer: Christian Dior Material: Calfskin Origin: Italy Measurements: 4.25" x 3" x 0.5" (WxHxD) Poc...
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Size: Medium 25.5 x 20 x 6.5 cm
Christian Dior Saddle Bag Medium Matte Niloticus Himalayan Aged Gold Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
1stdibs Exclusives From Three Over Six Brand: Christian Dior Style: Saddle Bag Size: Medium 25.5 x 20 x 6.5 cm Color: Blanc Casse Himalayan Leather: Matte Niloticus Crocodile Hardwa...
Dior Silver Oblique Matte Leather Saddle 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 Oblique matt leather...
Dior Silver Oblique Matte Leather Saddle 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 Oblique matt leather...
Dior Silver Oblique Matte Leather Saddle 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 Oblique matt leather...
Dior Black Leather Ultra Matte Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Displaying exquisite craftsmanship, this fabulous bag will certainly live up to your expectations. Featuring a chic design, it is made from luxe materials and has an interior for car...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Mini
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 6", Width 6.5", Depth 2" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Mini Exterior Material: Leath...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 2.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Ma...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Chain Wallet Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 4.5", Width 7.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 23" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Chain Wallet Leather Ex...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Card Holder Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 3", Width 4", Depth 1" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Card Holder Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: ...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Card Holder Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 3", Width 4", Depth 1" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Card Holder Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: ...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 9.5", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Material...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, With Strap Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 8.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 6-16" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather Exterior Material: ...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, With Strap Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 8.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 6-16" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather Exterior Material: ...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 2" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Height 6", Width 8", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 6-16" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 10", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leat...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, With Strap Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 8", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 6-16" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather Exterior Material: ...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Chain Wallet Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, With Strap Measurements: Height 4.5", Width 7.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Chain Wallet Leather Exterior Material...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 3" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Handbag Leather Medium Exterior Material: Le...
Christian Dior Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, With Strap Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 8", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 6-16" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Ultra Matte Saddle Belt Bag Leather Exterior Material: ...
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.