Alexander McQueen Black Leather Silver Skull Large Envelope Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Silver hardware Zipper closure Suede interior lining Made in Italy Measures 11.5" W x 8" H x 0.5" D
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Silver Skull Large Envelope Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Silver hardware Zipper closure Suede interior lining Made in Italy Measures 11.5" W x 8" H x 0.5" D
Givenchy Antigona Leopard-Print Calf-Hair and Leather Envelope Clutch
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Brown and black leopard-print calf hair. Gold metal designer logo and hardware, black leather trims (Calf). Black leather interior (Calf), three interior pockets. 100% Calf-hair. Ma...
HERMES Burgundy Suede Gold Hardware Rio Evening Party Envelope Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 2002 Collection Suede Leather Lining Gold Tone Hardware Measures 10.25" W x 5.5" H x 0.75" D 100% Authenticity Guaranteed by NEWFOUND LUXURY
Chanel Black Ivory Colorblock Leather Gold Flap Envelope Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES There are two kinds of Chanel afficionados in this world: Those who wish they had this vintage classic. And you. Leather Gold hardware Turnlock closure Made ...
Prada Chocolate Brown Gator Skin Leather Gold Evening Envelope Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Alligator Gold hardware Satin lining Snap button closure Made in Italy Measures 9.5" W x 4" H x 1.3" D
Gucci Monogram GG Men's Portfolio Travel iPad Laptop Travel Envelope Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Gucci Monogram GG Men's Portfolio Travel iPad Laptop Travel Envelope Evening Pouch Business
Gucci Tom Ford Black Crocodile Leather Gold HW Envelope Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
. Style Tip: Tuck in the strap and rock this beautiful bag as an evening clutch for versatility
Gucci Black Gold Fold Over Roll Tassel Evening Envelope Clutch Flap Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Satin Gold tone hardware Leather lining Flap closure Made in Italy Measures 14" W x 7" H x 2" D Includes original Gucci dust bag Shop Newfound Luxury for ...
Gucci Crocodile Exotic Skin Leather Gold Tiger Eye Evening Envelope Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Crocodile Gold tone hardware Leather lining Kiss lock closure Made in Italy Measures 11" W x 7" H x 2.5" D 100% authenticity guaranteed NEWFOUND LUXURY is the premier luxury fashio...
Hermes NEW Baby Blue Leather Palladium Collier Evening Envelope Clutch Flap Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather Palladium tone hardware Leather lining Slide-lock closure Made in France Measures 9.25" W x 4.5" H x 1.25" D Includes dust bag and box 100% authenticity guaranteed NEWFO...
Hermes Black and Red Box Leather Rouge H Flap Envelope Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Box leather Gold tone hardware Clasp closure Made in France No shoulder strap Date code Circle F (1976) Measures 10.5" W x 7" H x 0.5" D
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Gold Logo LV Charm Flap Envelope Clutch Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Grab it and go! Chic and versatile Louis Vuitton Epi leather black clutch
Balenciaga Curry Leather RH Envelope Strap Clutch
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
envelope clutch is crafted with skill and impeccably finished to be a luxurious accessory on your shoulder
Sold|$195
Santi Silver Sequin Clutch
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Santi Silver Sequin Envelope Clutch
Hermes Rare Vintage Red Burgundy Gold Leather Envelope Evening Clutch Flap Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Ah-mazing and rare vintage Hermes flap envelope clutch featuring ostrich leather
Sold|$195
Carlos Falchi Python Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Carlos Falchi Python Envelope Clutch with Magnetic Flap Closure and Silver Curb Link Chain Strap.
Sold|$195
Carlos Falchi Python Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Carlos Falchi Brown Python Envelope Clutch with Magnetic Flap Closure and Gold Curb Link Chain
Sold|$195
Carlos Falchi Python Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Carlos Falchi Brown Python Envelope Clutch with Magnetic Flap Closure and Gold Curb Link Chain
Hermes Green Lizard Exotic Gold Small Envelope Evening Clutch Flap Bag in Box
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Green Lizard Exotic Kelly Gold Small Mini Envelope Clutch Evening Flap Bag in Box Lizard
Victoria Beckham Black Leather Clutch
By Victoria Beckham
Located in Antwerp, BE
Envelope Clutch with one zip closure Embossed python print illusion Comes with original dust bag
Sold|$350
CARLOS FALCHI Clutch 1980s
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine vintage Carlos Falchi 'envelope' clutch handbag. Metallic (golds/bronze) finish applique
Sold|$1,765
HERMES Chamonix Jige GM Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vintage Hermès Jige GM noisette chamonix leather envelope clutch with white contrast stitching down
Hermes Red Rouge H Box Calf Leather Gold Hardware Envelope Evening Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Forever a classic, the Hermes envelope clutch in luscious rouge red and box calf
Oscar de La Renta Evening Clutch 1980s
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Oscar de La Renta evening clutch handbag. Authentic black silk satin 'envelope
Vintage Christian Dior Fold-Over Monogram Clutch Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Christian Dior monogram canvas and leather fold-over envelope clutch, in excellent pre
Celine Tri Color Leather Large Pocket Flap Clutch
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Catch admiring glances when you carry this beautiful envelope clutch from Celine! Crafted from
Bulgari Cocktail Serpenti Enamel Snake Black Leather Clutch Bag
By Bulgari
Located in Toronto, ON
Bulgari. Small smooth calf leather envelope clutch bag. Light gold tassel with magnetic closure
Balenciaga Gold & Beige Leather Clutch Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
This Balenciaga gold beige envelope clutch is a limited edition and made of soft vintage lambskin
Saint Laurent Monogramme Quilted Leather Clutch
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Saint Laurent black monogram envelope clutch bag. This stylish clutch is made from black leather
Paloma Picasso Black Velvet Convertible Evening Clutch With Black Satin Bow
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Evening bag is an ageless and timeless classic envelope clutch. Features single gusset design, flap front
Alexander McQueen Black Skull Padlock Foldover Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Alexander McQueen envelope clutch bag is a must for all collectors of this legendary designer
Sold|$675
Tiffany & CO Green T-Buckle Bag
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Forest green lizard envelope clutch with detachable adjustable strap Outside pocket upon opening
Loriblu Multicolor Cut Out Leather Platform Sandals Size 36
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
statement envelope clutch for a put-together look. Includes: Original Box, Original Dustbag Heel Size: 11
Sold|$570
Christian Louboutin Rolando Heels
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Diego, CA
sequined or animal print party dress without overpowering. Finish the look with a blue or red envelope
CHANEL - Vintage Multi Chain *RARE* CC Black Envelope Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sanford, FL
1980s style envelope clutch with multi chain strap and leather tie. * CC logo on front closure. * One
WHITING & DAVIS by LEO NARDUCCI Gold & White Metallic Purse
By Leo Narducci, Whiting & Davis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in Shape, timeless. A White envelope clutch with Gold Trim. Strap is optional. ---
Hermes Red Leather Fabric Men's Women's Travel Carryall Backpack Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Black Leather Silver Large LapTop Business Envelope Clutch CarryAll Bag Leather Fabric
Givenchy Black Leather Envelope Antigona Clutch
By Givenchy
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The elegant and feminine design of this beautiful Givenchy Medium Envelope Antigona clutch makes it
Nancy Gonzalez Envelope Convertible Clutch Crocodile
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Nancy Gonzalez Envelope Convertible Clutch Crocodile is luxuriously elegant and
Envelope Strap Clutch Classic Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 1", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Envelope Strap Clutch Classic Studs Leather
Prada Envelope Logo Clutch Spazzolato Leather
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
: Height 4.5", Width 8", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 4", Strap Drop 4" Designer: Prada Model: Envelope Logo
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Classic Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Classic Studs Leather, crafted from gray leather, features
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather, crafted from pink leather, features
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Classic Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Classic Studs Leather, crafted from black leather, features
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather showcases a versatile, edgy
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather showcases a versatile, edgy
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather, crafted from grey leather, features
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather, crafted from black leather, features
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather, crafted from light pink leather
Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Balenciaga Envelope Strap Clutch Giant Studs Leather showcases a versatile, edgy
Balenciaga Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
: Balenciaga Model: Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Red
Balenciaga Classic Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
", Width 12", Depth 1" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Classic Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 1", Strap Drop 20-23" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Giant Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
Balenciaga Classic Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Drop 19-22" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Classic Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather Exterior Material
Balenciaga Classic Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Model: Classic Studs Envelope Strap Clutch Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Red
Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more on 1stDibs.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
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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.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.