$235Sale Price|20% Off
Evans Gilt Metal Guilloche Enamel Evening Bag Compact Case c 1950s
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
Evans Opulent gilt metal guilloche enamel evening bag - compact case c 1950s The elegant gold metal case has an etched sun burst finish. The front exterior panel is adorned with a g...
Evans Mini Suede "Suitcase" Minaudiere
By Evans Case Company
Located in New York, NY
Evans Mini Suede "Suitcase" Minaudiere from the 1950's.
Unavailable
H 5.42 in W 3.15 in D 1.09 in
Circa 1930 Gold Tone Minaudière Evening Bag Star Burst Pattern
By Evans Case Company
Located in Antwerp, BE
A case with compartments, it allows storage for several items in a small space, such as a makeup compact, lipstick, watch, reading glasses, or keys.The minaudière first appeared duri...
1950s Evans Black Leather Evening Bag with Brass Accessories
By Evans Case Company
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Evans Black Leather Evening Bag with Brass Accessories. Black Leather interior, featuring several compartments which hold: Brass Lipstick Holder, Cigarette Case, Powder Com...
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H 3.25 in D 1.25 in L 5.5 in
Diamante Crystal Evening Bag - Compact Case Designed by Evans c 1960
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
1960s Diamante glass crystal evening bag - compact case designed by Evans The exquisite evening bag - compact case is encrusted with a collage of glittering diamante crystals on th...
Opulent Crystal Gilt Metal Evening Bag Case c 1960
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
Opulent crystal gilt metal evening bag case designed by Evans c 1960 The elegant gilt metal case is encrusted with glittering diamante crystals on the front panel. The crystals ar...
1950's Evans Gold Tone Hard Case Minaudiere
By Evans Case Company
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Before mobile phones, the favorite evening bag of the 1950's socialite was a hard case Evans Case Co. minaudiere with efficient compartments for the must haves of the night; lipstick...
Evans 1940s Abalone Shell Vintage Minaudière
By Evans Case Company
Located in London, GB
A chic 1940s minaudière in excellent condition by Evans. This one is covered in small, iridescent abalone shell tiles.
1950s Evans Gold Metal Small Square Evening Minaudière
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unused and in original condition Evans evening minaudière from the 1950s. Square shaped ribbed gold tone metal with a gold metal mesh loop wristlet strap.
Dazzling 1950's Evans Starburst Compact Wristlet Handbag
By Evans Case Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
What a dazzler! This Evans gold tone wristlet handbag with a rhinestone starburst pattern has two compartments for everything from a powder compact to a coin carrier. The Evans Co....
Evans Mother of Pearl Compact Wristlet Handbag, 1950s
By Evans Case Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
What a beauty! This Evans silver tone wristlet handbag with a rhinestone embellished mother-of-pearl inlaid top has two gold tone compartments for everything from a powder compact t...
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H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1 in L 5.5 in
Evans Crystal Encrusted Evening Bag Cigarette Case Compact c 1960
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
EVANS Crystal encrusted evening bag cigarette case compact c 1960 The opulent evening bag / cigarette case / compact is embellished with a collection of brilliant glittering pastels...
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H 3 in D 1 in L 5.25 in
Opulent Jeweled Brass Metal Filigree Evening Bag - Compact Case by Evans c 1950s
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
Opulent jeweled brass metal filigree evening bag - compact case designed by Evans c 1950s The exquisite evening bag is encrusted with smooth green glass chalcedony color glass caboch...
Opulent Mother of Pearl Compact Cigarette Case Clutch
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl compact, cigarette case, clutch c 1960 The elegant case is embellished with geometric mother of pearl inlaid veneered tiles on both exterior panels The l...
Stunning Evening Minaudiere Bag by Evans
By Evans Case Company
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Evening Minaudiere of Etched Gilt Metal and Studded Rhinestones with a Gold Tone Chain.
1940s Gold Guilloche Double Minaudière Case by Evans
By D. Evans & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful and in amazing preserved condition a D. Evans & Co. guilloche pillow patterned two-sided minaudière compact with coil chain.
Custom Silk Satin Clutch with Malachite and Coral
Located in New York, NY
Custom Silk Satin Clutch with Malachite and Coral from the 1960's. Emerald silk satin is lined in peach satin with antique clasp of Asian origin with coral cabs and a large genuine m...
Victorian Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace Gold Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
A stunning original Victorian - Belle Epoque Pendant in the form of a flower set with a gorgeous Old Mine Cut Diamond in the center with pearl set petals and leaves. The jewels set ...
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold
$3,609
H 0.25 in W 0.29 in L 0.63 in
Antique 5.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 9k White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of antique 5.50 carat sapphire and 0.14 carat diamond, 9 karat white gold drop earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. These fine and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
$4,500
Size: none; comparable to size L
Edwardian White Irish Crochet and Cotton Walking or Wedding Suit – L, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A museum-quality piece of extreme rarity, this turn-of-the-century walking suit is exceptional for its extraordinary workmanship, condition, atypical silhouette and unheard-of large ...
Elegant Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Chic Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch made in France from antique Chinese textile from the early 20th Century. Wonderful quality with marcasite set fern motifs with Gre...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2009 "Horn Of Plenty" Iconic Red Blk Houndstooth Bow Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Designed by Alexander McQueen for the fall/winter 2009 collection. Red and black knit houndstooth pattern, in various sizes to accentuate the figure with a slight optical illusion ef...
Dramatic Art Deco Crystal Bib Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Unusually large bib necklace composed of 3 strands of claw set sparkling, oval glass pastes, attached to an adjustable crystal beaded back chain. 1930's USA. Excellent condition. 1...
Gilt Metal
$550
Size: none; comparable to size L
Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
An ingenious design, this dress features a draped shoulder-to-shoulder scarf that may be worn in the back, the front, or even on the head for three different and completely captivati...
$5,448
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 -UK 10 - US 6
Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace and silk organza corseted jacket, ss 1988
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace corseted jacket backed with black silk organza. Spring-Summer 1988
$400
H 6 in W 6 in D 2 in
1960s Koret Genuine Black Patent Leather Handbag W/ Faceted Black Bead Handle
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A smart 1960s Mod Koret handbag in genuine black patent leather. Handle is wrapped and covered entirely in black resin faceted beads. Snap flap closure. inside pocket. Bag measure...
Mid Century Novelty Wicker Seaside Themed Bag
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Novelty Wicker Seaside Themed Bag from the 1950's. Made in Hong Kong for a resort shop in Hollywood, Florida. White wicker with a sea scape of shells, coral and faux pear...
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond brooch on offer at Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III. The brooch with a diamond-set ribbon bow surmount...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1965 Enid Collins 'Money Tree' Original Box Bag
By Enid Collins
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Enid Collins 1965 'Money Tree' Original box bag. Light wood background, hand painted with coin and jewel appliqué. Has a brass turn lock on an off white leather latch with matching o...
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag: Gold Lurex hand bag covered in gold sequins and yellow teardrop fringe lucite beading. Nested inside is a...
Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag, Saks Fifth Ave.
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag of gold seed beads with tri color cabochon and gilt bullion embroidery. Incredibly intensive Haute Couture quality hand embroidery with silk satin...
$152,000Sale Price|20% Off
L 14.5 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral, Turquoise, and Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Experience the elegance of this Iconic Van Cleef & Arpels Coral, Turquoise and Diamond Necklace Earrings Set, a stunning ensemble that epitomizes the luxury and craftsmanship of ...
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.
Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap. Today, the simplicity of a clutch or luxury evening bag remains as stylish as ever.
Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.
Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.
Shop an array of luxury designer evening bags and vintage minaudières in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.