Fendi Brown Zucca Canvas Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Fendi Brown Zucca Canvas Mama Baguette Bag SKU: 152574 Condition: Pre-owned
Fendi Brown Zucca Canvas Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Fendi Brown Zucca Canvas Mama Baguette Bag SKU: 152574 Condition: Pre-owned
Fendi Orange Mini Mama Zucchino Baguette Bag circa Y2K
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Fendi Orange Mini Mama Zucchino Baguette Bag from the Y2K era is a quintessential accessory
Fendi Charcoal Grey Jersey Mama Baguette Shoulder Flap 32f413s
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Charcoal Grey Jersey Mama Baguette Shoulder Flap 32f413s Date Code/Serial Number: 2308-26325
$1,179
H 8.27 in W 9.85 in D 4.93 in
Fendi Black Zucca Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fendi Black Zucca Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Mama Baguette Product Details Xupes Ref: CB566
$1,661
H 8.5 in W 4.5 in L 11.5 in
Fendi Black Monogram FF Zucchino Mama Baguette Shoulder bag 84f418s
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Black Monogram FF Zucchino Mama Baguette Shoulder bag 84f418s Date Code/Serial Number: 2408
Fendi Calfskin Black Textured Leather Big Forever Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
FENDI CALFSKIN BLACK TEXTURED LEATHER BIG FOREVER MAMA BAGUETTE Color: Black Material: Leather
2008 Fendi Mama Baguette Selleria
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2008 Fendi Mama Baguette Selleria This 2008 Fendi Mama Baguette from the Selleria line is a rare
Fendi Mama Baguette Crossbody Flap 1FF829K
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 8BT075TN91182111 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 8.5" Width: 0.25" Height: 9.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 21" Handle Drop: " OVERALL GOOD CONDITIO...
Vintage 2000s Fendi FF Canvas Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage Fendi Mama baguette bag in black and grey. Lightweight and easy to wear. Minor rubbing on
2013 Fendi FF Zucca Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Fendi Mama baguette bag. Classic everyday shoulder bag. Fits a lot. Good condition overall, with
Vintage Fendi Pink Flower Applique Wool Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage fendi mama baguette in pink purple wool with flower appliqués. Very cute collectible design
1990s Vintage FENDI Charcoal Gray Jersey Mama Baguette Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
The iconic Fendi Mama Baguette handbag in charcoal gray jersey featuring one interior zip pocket
Fendi Beaded Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Fendi Beaded Mama Baguette Bag Black bag which is fully adorned in fancy black beading pattern
Fendi Zucchino Canvas Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Amman, JO
Fendi Zucchino Canvas Mama Baguette Bag, Black Zucca Canvas, Leather Shoulder Strap and Two
Fendi Zucca Mama Baguette in Tobacco
By Fendi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fendi Zucca Mama Baguette in Tobacco. Additional information: Material: Leather shoulder strap
Fendi Denim Flower Embroidered Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
There are just so many beautiful things to look at on this gorgeous denim Fendi Baguette! From the
Fendi Denim Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Y2K Fendi shoulder bag in a 'mamma baguette' style. This jumbo version of the classic baguette is
2000 Fendi Brown Monogram Wool Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
FENDI Brown Monogram Wool Mama Baguette Reference: HB2096 Serial Number: 2321.26325.099 Age
FENDI Metallic Brown Calfskin Leather Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
FENDI Metallic Brown Calfskin Leather Mama Baguette Serial Number: 2172.SE (unreadable) Age (Circa
Fendi Gold Leather Crystal Mama Baguette 5F88a
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 9" Shoulder Handle Drop: 6" OVERALL GOOD minus CONDITION ( 6.75/10 or B- ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim...
Fendi Gold Leather Crystal Mama Baguette 9f830a
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 9" Shoulder Handle Drop: 6" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim: Minor ...
Fendi Gold Leather Crystal Mama Baguette 13f38
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 9" Shoulder Handle Drop: 6" OVERALL GOOD minus CONDITION ( 6.75/10 or B- ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim...
Fendi Light Brown Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag 29f413s
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Light Brown Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag 29f413s Date Code/Serial Number: 2348-20098-098 Made
2000's Fendi Brown Monogram Canvas Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
FENDI Brown Monogram Canvas Mama Baguette Reference: HB1979 Serial Number: 2018 26325 008 Age
Fendi Beige Suede Calfskin Mama Forever Baguette 27f517s
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2348-26325-099 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4.5" Height: 8.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 5.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ )...
Fendi Black Monogram FF Forever Mama Baguette 17ff1230
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2305-26325-018 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4.5" Height: 8.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs o...
Fendi BLACK ZUCCA CANVAS & CALFSKIN LEATHER VINTAGE MAMA BAGUETTE
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fendi BLACK ZUCCA CANVAS & CALFSKIN LEATHER VINTAGE MAMA BAGUETTE CONDITION NOTES The exterior is
Fendi Black Suede Mama Baguette Shoulder Flap Bag 1115f15
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Black Suede Mama Baguette Shoulder Flap Bag 1115f15 Date Code/Serial Number: 2308-26325-5089
FENDI Brown Zucca Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
FENDI Brown Zucca Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Mama Baguette Xupes Reference: HB4296 Serial
Fendi Black Mesh Mama Baguette Forever Shoulder Flap Bag 24f311s
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Black Mesh Mama Baguette Forever Shoulder Flap Bag 24f311s Date Code/Serial Number: 2288
Fendi Dark Green Wool Fabric Mamma Baguette Mama Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
This gorgeous FENDI Mama Bag, also known as the Mamma Baguette, is a standout piece crafted from a
Fendi Brown Rose Gold Zucca Canvas Mama Baguette Mamma 1F1021
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Brown Rose Gold Zucca Canvas Mama Baguette Mamma 1F1021 Date Code/Serial Number: 2119 8BR000 019
Fendi Yellow Leather Big Mamma Forever Mama Baguette Flap Bag
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Introducing the Fendi Yellow Leather Big Mamma Forever Flap Bag, a statement piece that's both chic
Fendi Monogram FF Mama Forever Baguette Flap Navy Blue 860176
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 28 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 6.88 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 17.5 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.54 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 9 cm(approx)...
Fendi Leopard Print Pony Hair Mama Baguette Handbag With Leather Handle
By Fendi
Located in North Miami, FL
This chic and lovely Fendi leopard print pony hair mama baguette handbag has a tan leather handle
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H 8 in W 4.5 in L 11.5 in
Fendi Charcoal Cashmere FF Zucca Mama Forever Baguette Shoulder bag 45f314s
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Charcoal Cashmere FF Zucca Mama Forever Baguette Shoulder bag 45f314s Date Code/Serial Number
Fendi Silver Whipstitch Embossed FF Leather Mama Baguette Flap Bag 1ff98
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2305-8BR200-038 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10.5" Width: 1.75" Height: 5.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Si...
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H 5.52 in W 8.67 in D 3.55 in
Fendi Blue Denim and Beige Lizard Leather Mini Mama Baguette Bag, 2000
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fendi Blue Denim & Beige Lizard Leather Mini Mama Baguette Reference: HB2204 Serial Number: 2258
2000's Brown Monogram Canvas Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"FENDI Brown Monogram Canvas Mama Baguette Reference: HB1894 Serial Number: 2309-26325-009 Age
FENDI Black Monogram Handbag
By Fendi
Located in San Francisco, CA
FENDI by LAGERFELD "Mini Zucchino Mama Baguette" handbag in a black canvas fabric featuring
1990s Vintage FENDI Black Zucchino Mama Baguette Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
The iconic Fendi Mama Baguette handbag in black Zucchino jacquard featuring one interior zip pocket
2000s Fendi Mama bag in leopard pony skin.
By Fendi
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2000s Fendi Mama bag in cavallino leopard. This stunning Fendi Mama Baguette in animalier pony
Fendi Black Patent Leather Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fendi Black Patent Leather Mama Baguette in excellent condition. Black patent exterior trimmed with
Fendi Navy Zucca Mama Baguette 84f727s
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2355-26325-018 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 8.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 6.5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ )...
Fendi Grey Smooth Calfskin Leather Mama Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fendi Grey Smooth Calfskin Leather Mama Baguette Brand- Fendi Model- Mama Baguette Product Type
Fendi Black Crocodile Gecko Mama Baguette Flap Bag 1231f27
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
: 6" Handle Drop: 6.5" Fendi bag is featured in black crocodile leather with a gold-tone FF closure
Fendi 2000s Pink knit floral embroidered mama baguette
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Milano, IT
embroidered cotton mama baguette - Limited edition - Silver-Tone Hardware - Ponyhair Trim - Single Adjustable
Fendi Blue Woven Knitted Mama Forever Baguette Flap Bag 863223
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Noticeable rub partially (Outside) Noticeable stain partially (Handle) Noticeable rub on a part of handle Noticeable spot on a part of handle...
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H 10.5 in D 4 in L 13.75 in
Fendi Vintage Zucca Canvas and Calfskin Leather Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Classic Fendi monogram Mama Baguette bag in tobacco brown. Rare variation with gold-toned hardware
Fendi Grey Cashmere/Wool Mono Logo Print Zucca Mama Baguette Bag W/ FF Buckle
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Fendi Grey Cashmere/Wool Monogram Logo Print Zucca Mama Baguette Bag W/ Flap Top FF Logo Buckle
Fendi Brown/Pink Calfhair and Leather Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
make this Fendi Mama Baguette bag one of a kind. It's a fabulous accessory for everyday use.
Fendi Black Zucchino Canvas and Leather Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Fendi Mama Baguette bag is an example of the brand's fine designs that are skillfully crafted
Fendi Beige/Brown Zucchino Canvas and Leather Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Fendi Mama Baguette bag is an example of the brand's fine designs that are skillfully crafted
Fendi Python Sequin Mama Baguette Bag Small
By Silvia Venturini, Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This Fendi Mama Baguette is constructed of black shimmering sequins with red python-embossed
Fendi Mamma Baguette wool handbag
By Fendi
Located in Rīga, LV
This is a FENDI Mama Baguette in iconic monogram pattern. This chic shoulder bag is made of fine
Fendi Python Mama Baguette Bag Gold
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Fendi Python Mama Baguette Gold Additional information: Interior pocket x1 Accessories: Dust bag
Fendi Burgundy Leather Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Mama Baguette by Fendi will instantly uplift your mood. It features burgundy leather on the
Fendi Brown Leather Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Mama Baguette by Fendi will instantly uplift your mood. It features brown leather on the
Fendi Black Zucchino Canvas Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Mama Baguette bag from Fendi is an all-time classic. Accented with the striking Forever lock in
Fendi Beige Zucca Canvas Mama Forever Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Mama Forever shoulder bag from Fendi is a classic fashion choice. Detailed with their logo lock
Fendi Black Leather Mama Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First introduced by Venturini Fendi, the Baguette was well-accepted by the fashion elite for its
Fendi Brown Zucchino Mini Mama Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This mini baguette bag is made of Fendi zucchino canvas in light brown/beige. The bag features a
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
Hermes Birkin 30 Vert Fonce Matte Porosus Crocodile Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exquisite Hermes Birkin 30 bag is featured in in lush deep Vert Fonce Porosus Crocodile. This exotic Hermes Birkin bag in matte Porosus crocodile skin has magni...
Early 1990s Donna Karan Corset Boned Sheer White Lace Strapless Bustier Top
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the early 1990s, this Donna Karan strapless bustier top is crafted from sheer white lace with intricate an floral motif. Structured with internal boning for a sculpted, corset-l...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Bag Yellow Crochet Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Bag Yellow Crochet Shoulder Bag This Fendi Baguette in yellow wool with pompoms are super cute. It’s a great winter accessory. In Very good condition, th...
$2,313
Size: UK 6-10 (Small to Medium).
1970’s BEN KAHN Shaggy Long Brown White Striped Skunk Coat - Real Fur Jacket
Located in Sheffield, GB
A truly remarkable 1970’s coat by American designer & furrier Ben Kahn. Similar examples can be found in the New York Metropolitan Museum. This superb, plush striped fur coat c...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower These are professional photos of the actual bag. This Fendi Baguette is made from Raffia material that’s similar to s...
Rare Chanel 1996 Vintage Watercolor Floral Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68568
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68568 A whimsical printed medium flap with 24k gold plated hardware is this Rare Chanel 1996 Vintage Watercolor Floral Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW. A single crossbo...
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...
Hermes Kelly Retourne 35cm Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Hermes Kelly Retourne 35cm Handbag, a timeless and iconic accessory that epitomizes luxury and sophistication. Crafted by Hermes, one of the most esteemed luxury fash...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
$6,253Sale Price|25% Off
Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 2005 Chocolate Couture Runway croco bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by John Galliano - Sold by Skof.Archive - Spring-Summer 2005 Couture Runway - Chocolate couture runway detective croco bag - Two front pockets - Large silver tone ‘CD’ c...
$2,075Sale Price|46% Off
H 8 in D 2 in L 12 in
New Fendi Bronze Metallic Foil Chef Baguette Bag Fully Lined in Shearling
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Shearling Chef Baguette Brand New * Shearling Lined & Shearling Accents * Foil Leather (Finished with a Film of Metal) * Fendi Gold Hardware * Detachable Fendi Dangle Charm * M...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
$57,175
H 8.27 in W 9.26 in D 4.73 in
Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 Noir/Black Canvas Swift Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 in noir and canvas swift leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set. Stamp U (2022)
Like other major European luxury fashion houses, Fendi started small. Adele Casagrande was an Italian creative who loved fashion and sold leather and fur accessories from a tiny workshop she opened in Rome in 1918. However, after marrying Edoardo Fendi in 1925, her business model was altered dramatically. Together, the couple changed the boutique’s name to Fendi and moved into a bigger storefront, which quickly became the favorite shop of women all over Italy’s capital city for furs and leathers, such as handbags, coats and accessories.
As time moved on for Adele and Edoardo, the couple began to distribute more responsibility to their five daughters, who assumed management of the company during the 1950s. Fendi’s audience broadened and its profitability has soared over the years, owing to the brand’s fresh perspective on fashion world happenings and innovative sensibility.
The maison also has a distinctive relationship with old-world Italian craftsmanship. The Selleria bags were the work of master saddlers in Rome, and Fendi partnered with lace artisans in southern Italy as well as craftsmen in the east trained in the intrecciato (intertwined) technique (an idea that Adele introduced during the 1940s), which, in Fendi’s case, sees an interwoven leather fabric integrated in the creation of its handbags, countering leather’s traditional rigidity with a bag that is soft, versatile and fitted with an alluring slouchy curve.
It wasn’t until 1965, however, when a young German designer named Karl Lagerfeld took the creative helm that Fendi became a world-renowned fashion house. In fact, Lagerfeld, who produced four to five collections yearly for the brand, is credited with creating Fendi’s instantly recognizable double-F logo (which stands for “Fun Furs”) in “less than five seconds.” Until Lagerfeld started designing for the brand, fur was a material mostly associated with heavy coats that few people actually wore. Lagerfeld reimagined fur in creative ways, using it as an accent on purses, cuffs on dress sleeves and collars on wool coats.
Over the ensuing years, Fendi has broken into the home-goods market with Fendi Casa and has become synonymous with luxury fashion, producing such pieces as the iconic Baguette, which was rendered ever popular on the television series Sex and the City. In fact, an entire episode during the third season was dedicated to the “original It bag,” a slim accessory tapered in a manner that recalls its namesake, designed in 1997 by Adele and Edoardo’s granddaughter Silvia Venturini Fendi, who was named creative director of accessories three years earlier.
Perhaps just as well known as its vintage Baguette handbags and creative use of fur is the brand’s devotion to its Italian roots. In 2013, Fendi donated more than 2 million euros to restore Rome’s Trevi Fountain, and when it was reopened to visitors, Fendi hosted its Autumn/Winter 2017 show on top of the landmark.
Fendi was a family-controlled brand until 1999 and is now owned by LVMH. In late 2020, British fashion designer Kim Jones was named the house’s artistic director for womens wear.
Find a wide variety of vintage Fendi handbags and purses, clothing and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
Iconic Italian fashion houses Fendi and Versace teamed up on this delightfully outrageous Fendace reimagining.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.