Chanel 1989 Black Lambskin Extra Long Elongated Classic Flap Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel black lambskin extra long elongated classic flap clutch 1989 {VINTAGE 35 Years} Giant long lambskin leather clutch flap bag Gold hardware CC turn-lock closure Interior long z...
1940s Pink Red and Black Shadow Plaid Tilt Hat and Clutch Handbag Ensemble
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Pink Red and Black Shadow Plaid Nylon Jersey Tilt Hat and Clutch Handbag Ensemble: A extra-large 17" long clutch with kiss-clasp and covered, hinged frame with hold all your n...
1960 Chocolate & Gold Silk Brocade Stiletto Heels and Dramatic Lennox Clutch
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 DeLiso Debs Chocolate & Gold Silk Brocade Stiletto Heels and Dramatic Lennox Envelope Clutch: Classic pointed toe stilettos with matching extra-long clutch!
1990 Chanel Black Quilted Satin Vintage Extra Long Classic Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Satin Vintage Extra Long Classic Clutch Reference: HB2406 Serial Number: 1613983 Age (Circa): 1990 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card Authenticity Details: Seria...
Gucci Signature Clutch Satin Extra Long
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 3.5", Width 10.5", Depth 0.5" Designer: Gucci Model: Signature Clutch Satin Extra Long Exterior Material: Satin Exterior Color: Black Inter...
Chanel CC Clasp Frame Clutch Quilted Satin Extra Long
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 4", Width 12", Depth 1" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Clasp Frame Clutch Quilted Satin Extra Long Exterior Material: Satin Exterior Color: Bla...
$195
Size: Size; UK 12-14 / Large
2000’s Y2K Christian Dior by John Galliano J'adore Dior Baby Tee - T Shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Vintage 2000’s Christian Dior by John Galliano baby tee, in white, featuring the infamous 'J'adore Dior' slogan and printed number reverse, rounded collar line and short sleeves. ...
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
$790Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6
Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...
$10,499
Size: FR 34 - UK 6 - IT 38 - US 0
Gucci by Tom Ford purple embroidered lace flared evening pants, fw 1999
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford purple embroidered lace and silk flared evening pants with leather ribbon bows on knees Fall-Winter 1999
Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 1997 Black Lace Maxi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A stunning vintage masterpiece from Dolce & Gabbana’s iconic Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this black lace maxi dress perfectly balances elegance with subtle sensuality. The dress f...
Gucci Technical Jersey 'GG' Track Jacket
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci Technical Jersey 'GG' Track Jacket Colourblock design in the brand's signature colours with quilted ivory chest panel, green bottom and sleeves and contrast red and ivory ribb...
Tom Ford for Gucci Silver Leather Backless Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silver leather wrap dress by Tom Ford for Gucci . The bodice crosses in the front wrapping at the waist and closing with snaps. It has a fine grey leather belt matching ...
Custom Made Renaud Pellegrino Evening Handle Bag
By Renaud Pellegrino
Located in Geneva, CH
Enhance your evening looks with this refined custom made Renaud Pellegrino bag. Made from dark blue satin silk, each end of the handles is decorated with different sizes of Swarovski...
Gucci Faux Fur Coat in Mint Color IT 40
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
This Gucci Faux Fur Coat in Mint Color is inspired by Tom Ford’s 1997 runway collection. Crafted in mint green for a bold, stylish statement. Made with a soft blend of 60% modacryl...
Black Tweed jacket CHANEL 2002
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black Tweed jacket . Tweed composition: 43% cotton, 20% nylon, 13% acrylic, 9% polyurethane, 7% rayon, 6% polyester, 2% wool. Silk ( 95%) branded lining with 5% lycra. Shoulder pad. ...
Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic black Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1996 Collection Bombshell vinyl trench coat. This stunning jacket exudes a hypnotic blend of dominance and sophistication. Its sculptural s...
$1,600Sale Price|50% Off
Size: S - L
1984 Jean Paul Gaultier Yellow Plaid "Clueless" Crop Top and Maxi Skirt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1984 Jean Paul Gaultier Yellow Plaid "Clueless" Crop Top & Maxi Skirt Wrap Top and Wrap skirt CONDITION: Very good Made in Italy TOP: Chest: 36-48", Waist: 22"+, Length: 14" SK...
FW 1999 Christian Dior Galliano FW 1999 wool skirt / jacket suit
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
FW 1997 Christian Dior & John Galliano skirt suit с кружевом John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: 1999 fall / winter RTW Country of manufacture: France Christian Dior style:...
Dolce & Gabbana Black Suede Slingback w/ Gold Leather and Snakeskin - 38.5
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black Suede Slingback w/ Gold Leather and Snakeskin - 38.5 These suede slingback heels are in excellent condition. They have a gold metallic slingback that is adjus...
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.
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