Edwardian Beauvais Embroidered Bag
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Edwardian Beauvais Embroidered Bag from the turn of the 20th century in France. Lavishly hand embroidered with roses on black silk faille within a bronze frame set with a cit...
Edwardian Beaded Crystal Purse
Located in New York, NY
Charming Edwardian Beaded Crystal Evening Purse from the early part of the 20th Century. Elaborate bead work depicting a flower basket is set on a base of crystal pastes hand set in...
Antique Edwardian Era Pink Mother of Pearl Accordion Coin Purse
Located in Honolulu, HI
This exquisite coin purse, sourced from London, is an original Edwardian-era (c. 1900s) treasure that embodies the refined luxury of early 20th-century England. The exterior is craft...
Edwardian German Silver Mesh Purse with 'Lavinia L. Kimball' Provenance c. 1910
Located in Honolulu, HI
This exquisite antique mesh purse is a definitive artifact of early 20th-century luxury, dating to the Edwardian-to-Art Deco transitional period. Traditionally carried by high-societ...
Large Edwardian Cut Steel Evening Bag in Lavender, Blue, Silver and Gold
Located in New Hope, PA
This stunning evening bag from the teens is worked in an unusual color combination using cut steel beads. Lavender, blue, silver and gold are the predominant colors in a design that ...
$4,800
Rare Beaded Coral Bag
Located in New York, NY
Unusual bag hand beaded of genuine coral beads from the early 20th Century. Extraordinary care has been made to match the color and size of these beads. Deceptively chic and timeless...
Edwardian Whiting and Davis Dresden Multi-Color Mesh Bag
By Whiting & Davis, Charles Whiting
Located in Houston, TX
Highly collectible Whiting and Davis mesh purse. This hand bag features painted mesh with an Edwardian/Art Deco frame and a yellow silk satin lining with inside pocket and round gold...
June Carter-Cash Victorian Silk Purse
Located in Topanga, CA
This purse was previously owned by June Carter-Cash and passed down to her grandaughter. It is intricatetly cross stitched with a lovely floral pattern.
June was a di...
1900s Petit Point Purse
Located in Bozeman, MT
October 2011 - our last month on 1stdibs.
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Arts & Crafts Era Men's Leather Wallet - Mint
Located in Bozeman, MT
October 2011 - our last month on 1stdibs.
Be sure to visit our website, kakkoiimono.com, where you will discover almost 1,000 vintage finds. We'll be celebrating our ...
Large Edwardian Beaded Bag with Lapis Lazuli Accents
Located in New Hope, PA
Stunning and pristine, this large micro beaded Edwardian handbag appears to have never been used.
Irish Crochet Edwardian Purse
Located in New York, NY
Lovely drawstring purse of handmade Irish crochet. Crochet'd 3D florets and pom poms decorate the base. One side has 2 pom poms from floral centerpiece and other has only a single dr...
Edwardian Cut Steel Beaded Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
A beautiful sapphire blue background showcases the pale blue, taupe, silver and orange cut steel beads on this pristine Edwardian bag. A brass frame with a basket of flowers tops it ...
Antique Edwardian Steel Cut Silver Bead + Silk Velvet Bag Purse
Located in Sparks, NV
A ladies evening bag of coral silk velvet with a drawstring chain and steel cut beaded accents. This was the height of fashion in 1910! The interior of the bag is finished in ivory s...
Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Purse Handbag Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Edwardian Sterling Silver Mesh Handbag Purse Clutch.
Silver Framed Lizard Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
Luxurious lizard skin is topped with a silver putti frame in this absolutely charming evening bag. Probably deisgned in the 1970's the Edwardian frame has a chain strap held in plac...
Continental Silver Evening Bag with Semi Precious Stones
Located in New Hope, PA
This stunning bag has a pierced silver frame set with pastel tone prong set jewels including pink and blue sapphires and green peridot. The back is pierced and chiseled in the same d...
Tortoise and Alligator Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
An unusual combination of richly mottled tortoise shell, brown enamel and alligator is used for this Edwardian handbag. The shell is framed with gold toned metal and decorated with a...
Edwardian Jeweled Pale Green Trinity Plate Needlepoint Minaudière Handbag, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Equally as coveted by the well-bred Victorienne as by the gin-baby flapper, Trinity Plate reticules and minaudières were THE accessory of choice for fashionable women in the early 20...
Unusual Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Made for the western market circa 1900,of fine and unusual embroidery of yellow butterflies,canton blue cherry blossoms , and green leafy bok choy.The reverse embroidered with blue ...
Antique Metal Mesh Purse with Etched Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century to early 20th century small handbag. Finely woven, silver-toned metal mesh. Etched metal frame with cobalt blue glass cabochons at center. Mesh fringe at bottom....
Winged Dragons Handbag
Located in Chicago, IL
This c. late 19th century or early 20th century beaded velvet handbag has an exceptional, silverplated frame with winged dragons. The fantastical creatures are beautifully detailed w...
Edwardian Art Nouveau Russian Silver Evening Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edwardian Russian silver Art Nouveau hand etched evening purse. The intricate etching is all hand-done along the top and down the sides of the front part of the purse. The lining is ...
Edwardian Black Jacquard Pouch with Blue Glass Embellishments in Frame
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edwardian black jacquard pouch purse with petit point scene of a house and trees. Gold toned metal frame with blue glass embellishments. Original interior small round mirror that is ...
Vintage LANVIN Edwardian flower paisley chenille hobo bag, pink, blue, green etc
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage LANVIN Edwardian flower paisley chenille hobo bucket bag in pink, blue, green, and gold yarn. Introducing a vintage LANVIN's rare chenille pouch bag in hobo bucket ...
Vintage 1970s Italian 18kt Gold Lapis Lazuli Skull Ring with Diamonds
Located in Firenze, IT
Italian ring, likely dating back to the 1970s, in 18kt yellow gold, depicting a natural lapis lazuli skull cameo of exceptional quality and detail, with three gold snakes encircling ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare Fall 2001 runway GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE, by Donatella, Museum Worthy black silk chiffon and leather full length evening dress! Kylie Minogue also stunned in the gown o...
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
F/W 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Pony Hair Oversized Runway Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tom Ford designed this incredible large black Gucci pony hair bag for the Fall/Winter 1996 collection. This oversized tote is constructed entirely of pony hair and is complete with a...
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Photographs a little "whiter" than it looks ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2007 "Witches" Black Red Silk Taffeta Bubble Evening Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2007 "Witches" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Evening Gown Color(s): Shades of black, red Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Cont...
$1,275
H 4.25 in D 1.25 in L 7 in
Opulent Amethyst Semi precious Sliced Inlay Gilt Trim Minaudiere' Clutch 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Opulent amethyst sliced inlay clutch is framed with a textured gilt metal clasp frame Carried with a string of purple color resin beads that is detachable By detaching the purple res...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
Paco Rabanne Paris Black Leather Shoulder Bag 1980s
By Paco Rabanne
Located in University City, MO
Paco Rabanne Paris Black leather shoulder bag c 1980s The classic saddle style shoulder bag is covered in supple black leather. Designed with twin leather shoulder straps The fron...
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian 5 Stone Diamond Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1900 This circa 1900 five‑stone diamond ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a platinum setting. It features five ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Suzy Perette Lace Dress, Circa 1950s, Ivory Peach, Mermaid Fit
By Suzy Perette
Located in Brooklyn, NY
vintage Suzy Perette bobbin lace dress with a cha cha hem. mermaid silhouette. collar is a high cowl neck in the front and low v in the back. dress falls to below knee length. back m...
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White wedding ( or evening) dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs and...
2003 Roberto Cavalli Embroidered Denim Jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2003 Roberto Cavalli Fitted denim jacket embroidered in floral motif. color : pink, yellow , green and white long sleeve, buttons, nehru collar, and faux pockets Size Small fit US 2/4
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré silk evening dress
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré black and white silk evening dress 1990’s era, ivory satin lapel straps, the chiffon skirt gathered at raised waist, with ruffled hem, ruched swag ...
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.62 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in Dm 37.41 in
Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Outstandind and very refined antique lace and silk parasol with a bamboo pole. This French parasol dates from the late 19th/early 20th century. It is crafted from exquisite French la...
$1,650
H 6 in W 3.5 in L 15 in
Gucci Iridescent Salvy Green Nappa Vertical Matelasse Horsebit Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gucci Iridescent Salvy Green Nappa Vertical Matelasse Horsebit Shoulder Bag is a stunning piece that effortlessly combines luxury and versatility. Its iridescent finish shimmers with...
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.