BALENCIAGA Giant 12 bleu mineral lambskin leather gold envelope clutch bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Giant 12 bleu mineral lambskin leather gold envelope clutch bag Reference: ECLO/A00052
BALENCIAGA Giant 12 bleu mineral lambskin leather gold envelope clutch bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Giant 12 bleu mineral lambskin leather gold envelope clutch bag Reference: ECLO/A00052
Louis Vuitton Pink Monogram Midnight Fuchsia Kirigami MM Envelope Clutch 19lk413
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Pink Monogram Midnight Fuchsia Kirigami MM Envelope Clutch 19lk413s Date Code/Serial
Chanel Envelope Clutch with Chains Pink Caviar Leather, 2013-2014
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Envelope Clutch with Chains Pink Caviar Leather, 2013-2014 These are professional photos of
Dior Envelope Clutch Zebra Print Pony Style Calfskin Leather Silver Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Envelope Clutch Zebra Print Pony Style Calfskin Leather Silver Hardware These are professional
GIVENCHY Antigona green mock croc leather flap envelope clutch bag
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY Antigona green mock croc leather flap envelope clutch bag Reference: SNKO/A00175 Brand
GIVENCHY Antigona navy mock croc leather flap envelope clutch bag
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY Antigona navy mock croc leather flap envelope clutch bag Reference: SNKO/A00174 Brand
SAINT LAURENT black quilted leather SADE PUFFER ENVELOPE Clutch Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
Envelope clutch in black smooth quilted lamb leather. Opens with a magnetic-tab fastening under the flap
Sold|$350
Iman Large Envelope Clutch
Located in New York, NY
wonderful huge clutch. Rich hues of browns with it's snakeskin print leatherette flap makes for a great day
Sold|$1,900
Chanel quilted envelope clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Burgundy lambskin CC oversized clutch featuring a foldover top with snap closure, a main internal
Pre-Loved Gucci Women's Blind For Love Envelope Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
resale revolution! Pre-Loved Gucci Women's Blind For Love Envelope Clutch Bag
new SAINT LAURENT Uptown green croc embossed gold YSL logo envelope clutch bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new SAINT LAURENT Uptown green croc embossed gold YSL logo envelope clutch bag Reference: AEMA
Chanel Envelope Clutch with Chains 2013 Shoulder Bag Apple Green Patent Leather
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Envelope Clutch with Chains 2013 Shoulder Bag Apple Green Patent Leather These are
Sold|$475
1970s Pierre Balman Envelope Clutch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A fabulous French elegant clutch by Pierre Balman circa 1970's Made of bordeaux red leather and
Vintage Crocodile Envelope Clutch Bag
Located in London, GB
A timeless vintage clutch crafted from an exquisite and unusually patterned brown crocodile leather
Chanel Envelope Clutch with Chains 2013 Shoulder Bag Coral Red Caviar Leather
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Envelope Clutch with Chains 2013 Shoulder Bag Coral Red Caviar Leather These are
YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Cork brown patent leather small envelope clutch bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Cork brown patent leather small envelope clutch bag Reference: CELG
RODO GOLD/SILVER CROCHET ENVELOPE CLUTCH
By Rodo
Located in Alford, MA
Great go-with-anything clutch in gold and silver metallic crochet. Styled as an envelope with gold
HERMES kelly green leather envelope clutch
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous vibrant green courchevel leather 'RIO POCHETTE' clutch from Hermes. 9.5" by 6.5" by 1
The Row Beige Leather Envelope Clutch
By The Row
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the clutch bag is evident. Discolouration to the base
2000s Nancy Gonzalez Black Crocodile Envelope Clutch
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic, sleek and simple black crocodile evening clutch from the late 2010s. Narrow rectangular and
Saint Laurent Burgundy Patent Paloma Envelope Clutch
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the clutch is evident. Scratching across the front, front
BOTTEGA VENETA black leather & suede woven envelope clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous leather and suede woven clutch from Bottega Veneta. Very simple envelope shape. Jet black
Balenciaga Women's Cream Leather Giant 21 Envelope Clutch
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
resale item. This bag comes with dust bag. Details Cream Leather Medium clutch bag Envelope flap
Hermes Brown Lizard H Envelope Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Brown H Lizard Clutch/Shoulder Bag With Gold Hardware Made In France Materials: Lizard
Chanel Red Quilted Satin Half Moon Envelope Clutch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This chic clutch is crafted of luxurious red satin and features a front paneling with signature
Chanel Beige Leather Multi Chain Convertible Envelope Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Beige Leather Four Chain Clutch- Excellent Plus Condition An optional shoulder strap adds a
Fendi Vintage Blue Embossed Portfolio Envelope Clutch Bag
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage FENDI Porfolio/clutch bag from the 80s. Crafted in blue leather with embossed crocodile
CHANEL '90s Red Quilted Long Envelope Clutch/Pouch
Located in New York, NY
Features small goldtone CC to front of flap Made in: France -Year of Production: 1989-1991 -Color: Red -Hardware: Goldtone -Materials: Leather, metal -Lining: Red textilg...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Dame GM Envelope Clutch 217lvs55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: TH0950 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.3" Width: 1.5" Height: 6.3" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exterior ...
BALENCIAGA midnight blue distressed leather GIANT Envelope Clutch Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
Balenciaga City clutch in midnight distressed calfskin. Opens with a magnetic button under the flap
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Pochette Lena Envelope Clutch 8701531
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.2 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 31 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 0.39 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 1 cm(approx) ...
HERMES Jige "H" Logo Burgundy Leather Envelope Clutch w/ Sleeper
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
selection of evening gowns and luxury garments. This clutch is composed of a beautiful burgundy leather
Fendi Vintage Black Embossed Portfolio Envelope Clutch Bag with Strap
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage FENDI Porfolio/clutch bag from the 80s. Crafted in black leather with embossd crocodile
Fendi Vintage Black Embossed Portfolio Envelope Clutch Bag with Chain
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage FENDI Porfolio/clutch bag from the 80s. Crafted in black leather with embossed crocodile
Marc Jacobs Marc by Marc Jacobs Brown Leather Envelope Clutch
By Marc Jacobs
Located in London, GB
storage. Details Brown Leather Large clutch bag Silver tone hardware Flap with turn lock fastening 1x
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Kirigami GM Pochette Envelope Clutch 1231lv28
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP4167 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9" Width: .5" Height: 6.2" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 or N ) Accessories: Copy of LV Invoice Signs of W...
Louis Vuitton Bordeaux Taiga Leather Porte Documents Envelope Clutch 205lvs55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 13.2" Width: .5" Height: 9.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim: Little to No Markings Interio...
Chanel 1980s Black Leather Portfolio Envelope Clutch Bag with Embossed CC
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Envelope style portfolio/clutch Smooth black leather with embossed CC on flap Secures with
Chanel Envelope Clutch Shoulder Bag Burgundy Wine Lambskin Leather Silver Hardwa
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
The single chain is suitable for carrying on the shoulder. CONDITION: Very good condition with signs of use throughout. This preowned and loved handbag may show signs of light disc...
Louis Vuitton Brown Epi Leather Pochette Art Deco Envelope Clutch Bag 48lvs723
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI0916 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 10.5" Width: 1" Height: 6" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim: ...
Sold|$3,250
Chanel Black Envelope Chevron Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Black Envelope Clutch in Chevron pattern with gold hardware. Bigger size clutch to hold all
Sold|$2,995
Chanel Black Envelope Chevron Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Black Envelope Clutch in Chevron pattern with gold hardware. Bigger size clutch to hold all
Sold|$2,200
Chanel Black Leather Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel large envelope clutch with silver hardware
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Logo Foldable Envelope Leather Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Logo Foldable Envelope Leather Clutch Bag Measurements: Height
Sold|$3,850
Chanel Color Block Clutch/ Bag
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
Chanel Multi-Color Block Clutch/ Bag. Can be worn longer or doubled. Envelope clutch size
Chanel Clutch Gold Grained Leather collection 2016/2017
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Chanel envelope clutch from Fall/winter 2016 collection! Beautiful the champagne gold colour with
Sold|$2,500
Bottega Veneta Green Crocodile Clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
A disarmingly simple yet bold piece, this modified envelope clutch from Bottega Veneta is crafted
1970s Christian Dior Brown Leather Suede Clutch Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
FREE UK and WORLDWIDE DELIVERY Christian Dior dark brown envelope clutch bag, gold tone metal ware
Christian Dior Beige Leather Clutch Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior envelope clutch bag is crafted from beautifully soft ruched beige leather and
Sold|$2,400
HERMES
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dark chocolate brown leather envelope clutch with silver modern hardware closure. Patina mirror and
Sold|$587
Pochette Bag Prada kiss
Located in Carnate, IT
Prada Kiss zipped envelope clutch bag Madras with mouths. Black and white. Dimensions 12x20. With
Vintage GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Black Raw Silk Passementerie Tassel Clutch Bag
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
inches (100 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic GIANNI VERSACE. - Black raw silk envelope clutch with black
Saint Laurent Belle de Jour metallic gold leather Clutch
By Saint Laurent
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Laurent distinction. This sleek envelope clutch is cut from soft, luminous patent leather crinkled with a
Saks Fifth Avenue Metallic Bronze leather Clutch & shoulder Bag
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in New York, NY
Saks Fifth Avenue's Metallic Bronze calfskin envelope clutch and shoulder bag is fully lined with
Bottega Veneta Beige Ostrich Leather Clutch Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
An exquisite envelope clutch by Bottega Veneta, the Italian fashion house so revered for its
1980s Charles Jourdan Dark Brown Leather Envelope Bag
By Charles Jourdan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Mixed material envelope clutch from the early 1980s by Charles Jourdan. The soft dark brown leather
BALENCIAGA Militaire green distressed leather MOTOCROSS GIANT Clutch Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balenciaga Motocross Giant envelope clutch in green distressed leather. Zipper
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.
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.