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Giorgio Armani Black Bag

GIORGIO ARMANI black BEADED Evening Bag
GIORGIO ARMANI black BEADED Evening Bag

GIORGIO ARMANI black BEADED Evening Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Giorgio Armani evening shoulder bag embellished with black round beads with a silk

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GIORGIO ARMANI black leather LA PRIMA SMALL Evening Bag
GIORGIO ARMANI black leather LA PRIMA SMALL Evening Bag

GIORGIO ARMANI black leather LA PRIMA SMALL Evening Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Giorgio Armani La Prima small shoulder bag in black snakeskin featuring light gold

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Vintage Giorgio Armani Horn & Leather Shoulder Bag

Vintage Giorgio Armani Horn & Leather Shoulder Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A striking fusion of natural materials and minimalist Italian design, this vintage Giorgio Armani

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GIORGIO ARMANI Black Pleated Silk Evening Handbag
GIORGIO ARMANI Black Pleated Silk Evening Handbag

GIORGIO ARMANI Black Pleated Silk Evening Handbag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIORGIO ARMANI evening bag in a black silk featuring a pleated design, and wristlet handle. Made in

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Emporio Armani black canvas with monogram pattern shoulder bag.
Emporio Armani black canvas with monogram pattern shoulder bag.

Emporio Armani black canvas with monogram pattern shoulder bag.

By EMPORIO ARMANI, Giorgio Armani

Located in Bilbao, ES

This Emporio Armani hobo bag is kind of a square sack, it is made of black canvas with Armani

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hobo Bags

Black Giorgio Armani Embellished Evening Bag
Black Giorgio Armani Embellished Evening Bag

Black Giorgio Armani Embellished Evening Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in New York, NY

Black Giorgio Armani Embellished Evening Bag

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Black Giorgio Armani Leather Tote Bag
Black Giorgio Armani Leather Tote Bag

Black Giorgio Armani Leather Tote Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black leather tote bag by Giorgio Armani. Top carry handles. Adjustable bridge

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Giorgio Armani Black Pebbled Leather Tote Bag
Giorgio Armani Black Pebbled Leather Tote Bag

Giorgio Armani Black Pebbled Leather Tote Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black large pebbled leather tote bag by Giorgio Armani. Dual shoulder straps

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

GIORGIO ARMANI Black Woven Taffeta Leather Clutch Bag
GIORGIO ARMANI Black Woven Taffeta Leather Clutch Bag

GIORGIO ARMANI Black Woven Taffeta Leather Clutch Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIORGIO ARMANI bag comes in a black woven taffeta leather featuring a top handle, clutch style

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Giorgio Armani Black Suede & Satin Swarovski Crystal Evening Bag Black Frame
Giorgio Armani Black Suede & Satin Swarovski Crystal Evening Bag Black Frame

Giorgio Armani Black Suede & Satin Swarovski Crystal Evening Bag Black Frame

By Giorgio Armani

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Giorgio Armani black suede with black satin evening back set with Swarovski crystals, the bag has a

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GIORGIO ARMANI Brown Textured Leather Crossbody Bag
GIORGIO ARMANI Brown Textured Leather Crossbody Bag

GIORGIO ARMANI Brown Textured Leather Crossbody Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIORGIO ARMANI bag comes in rich brown textured leather an features a silver tone logo plaque, side

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GIORGIO ARMANI Black Pleated Silk Evening Handbag
GIORGIO ARMANI Black Pleated Silk Evening Handbag

GIORGIO ARMANI Black Pleated Silk Evening Handbag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIORGIO ARMANI evening bag in a black silk featuring a pleated design, and wristlet handle. Made in

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GIORGIO ARMANI jet black oversized Patent Tote Bag great for Day
GIORGIO ARMANI jet black oversized Patent Tote Bag great for Day

GIORGIO ARMANI jet black oversized Patent Tote Bag great for Day

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Miami, FL

Divine oversized GIORGIO ARMANI tote bag in fabulous jet black patent leather. The handles

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GIORGIO ARMANI Laser Cut Clutch with Optional Satin Strap
GIORGIO ARMANI Laser Cut Clutch with Optional Satin Strap

GIORGIO ARMANI Laser Cut Clutch with Optional Satin Strap

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Giorgio Armani design is available for viewing at our Beverly Hills Boutique. We offer a large

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GIORGIO ARMANI Black Woven Faux Patent Leather Make-up Bag
GIORGIO ARMANI Black Woven Faux Patent Leather Make-up Bag

GIORGIO ARMANI Black Woven Faux Patent Leather Make-up Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIORGIO ARMANI make-up bag comes in a black woven patent leather featuring a zipper closure. Very

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Giorgio Armani Black Leather Logo Laptop Bag
Giorgio Armani Black Leather Logo Laptop Bag

Giorgio Armani Black Leather Logo Laptop Bag

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H 11.03 in W 1.97 in L 14.97 in

Giorgio Armani Black Leather Logo Laptop Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Giorgio Armani laptop bag will carry all your essentials, whether headed to class or traveling

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Giorgio Armani Panther Bag
Giorgio Armani Panther Bag

Giorgio Armani Panther Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful and unusual Giorgio Armani black leather bag with metal panther handle. The panther has

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1990s Giorgio Armani Travel Bag
1990s Giorgio Armani Travel Bag

1990s Giorgio Armani Travel Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Giorgio Armani black nylon travel bag with edges finished in leather. Two leather handles, two-way

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Giorgio Armani Black/Navy Leather Top Handle Bag
Giorgio Armani Black/Navy Leather Top Handle Bag

Giorgio Armani Black/Navy Leather Top Handle Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

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GIORGIO ARMANI  Black Leather Trapeze Tote Large Bag
GIORGIO ARMANI  Black Leather Trapeze Tote Large Bag

GIORGIO ARMANI Black Leather Trapeze Tote Large Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Westlake Village, CA

Black leather trapeze tote from Giorgio Armani featuring an embossed logo, top handles, gold-tone

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Giorgio Armani Brown Leather Messenger Bag
Giorgio Armani Brown Leather Messenger Bag

Giorgio Armani Brown Leather Messenger Bag

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Giorgio Armani Brown Leather Messenger Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Giorgio Armani presents an expertly crafted messenger bag. Made from leather the bag features a

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Giorgio Armani Black Suede and Leather Tassel Shoulder Bag
Giorgio Armani Black Suede and Leather Tassel Shoulder Bag

Giorgio Armani Black Suede and Leather Tassel Shoulder Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

. The nylon interior is spacious enough for everyday use. This Giorgio Armani shoulder bag will help you

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Giorgio Armani Black Signature Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag
Giorgio Armani Black Signature Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag

Giorgio Armani Black Signature Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Choose this Giorgio Armani hobo to complement your effortless everyday look. The bag is crafted

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Giorgio Armani Black Signature Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag
Giorgio Armani Black Signature Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag

Giorgio Armani Black Signature Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Choose this Giorgio Armani hobo to complement your effortless everyday look. The bag is crafted

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Giorgio Armani Black Snakeskin Men's CarryAll Weekender Duffle Business Bag
Giorgio Armani Black Snakeskin Men's CarryAll Weekender Duffle Business Bag

Giorgio Armani Black Snakeskin Men's CarryAll Weekender Duffle Business Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Giorgio Armani Black Snakeskin Men's CarryAll Weekender Duffle Business Bag

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2000s Giorgio Armani Vintage black braided mini shoulder bag
2000s Giorgio Armani Vintage black braided mini shoulder bag

2000s Giorgio Armani Vintage black braided mini shoulder bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Giorgio Armani black mini shoulder bag, braided design with white shades. Transparent rubber

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Giorgio Armani Black Croc Embossed Leather Top Handle Bag
Giorgio Armani Black Croc Embossed Leather Top Handle Bag

Giorgio Armani Black Croc Embossed Leather Top Handle Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

bag from Giorgio Armani will be a fine purchase. Includes: Strap

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Giorgio Armani Leather bag W/ plexiglass turnlock
Giorgio Armani Leather bag W/ plexiglass turnlock

Giorgio Armani Leather bag W/ plexiglass turnlock

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Giorgio Armani Leather bag W/ plexiglass turnlock

By Giorgio Armani

Located in London, GB

Giorgio Armani Leather handbag W/ plexiglass turnlock - Made from smooth vegetable-tanned

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Giorgio Armani Red/Black Neoprene And Patent Leather Hobo Bag
Giorgio Armani Red/Black Neoprene And Patent Leather Hobo Bag

Giorgio Armani Red/Black Neoprene And Patent Leather Hobo Bag

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Giorgio Armani is a symbol of style and class, and this excellently crafted hobo will make you

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Giorgio Armani Dark Green Logo-Stamp Shoulder Bag
Giorgio Armani Dark Green Logo-Stamp Shoulder Bag

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By Giorgio Armani

Located in London, GB

Giorgio Armani Dark Green Logo-Stamp Shoulder Bag Military green leather logo-stamp shoulder bag

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2000s Giorgio Armani Brown Crocodile Leather Bag

2000s Giorgio Armani Brown Crocodile Leather Bag

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Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Luxurious Giorgio Armani bag in soft, glossy chocolate brown crocodile leather. Handles are perfect

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Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary giorgio armani black bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black and more. If you’re looking for a giorgio armani black bag from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

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Fashion may be a fluid industry that evolves with the times, but few designers were gutsy enough to break with the norms and endeavor to revolutionize it the way Piacenza, Italy, native Giorgio Armani did.

When he established his brand with his personal and professional partner, architect Sergio Galeotti, in 1975, Armani created jackets, evening dresses and other clothing that sharply departed from the form-fitting designs that his competitors were producing. Working with a subdued color palette and light fabrics, Armani instead pioneered power dressing. By the early 1980s, the designer was lauded for his sleek but relaxed-fit shirts in washed greens and beige tones for men and elegant, broad-shouldered suits for career-minded women. His collections were intended to fit naturally but confer a sense of confidence on the wearer, and the designs were just as luxurious as the garments that were gliding down Milanese catwalks at the time.

Armani, a shipping manager’s son, spent his childhood wanting to become a doctor, and he even studied medicine briefly at the University of Milan before dropping out and joining the army. In the late 1950s, he was hired as a window dresser at the Milan department store La Rinascente before moving into the role of menswear buyer. When he realized that his calling was in fashion design, not buying, he left La Rinascente to train at Nino Cerruti’s atelier and eventually began to take on what became a wealth of freelance design work.

At Galeotti’s urging, Armani opened his own design office in 1973, and two years later, he established his eponymous label of ready-to-wear for both men and women that challenged fashion’s traditional silhouettes and the conventions of tailoring.

“I was the first to soften the image of men and harden the image of women,” Armani has said of his early years. The designer dressed men in soft textures such as silk and linen that were traditionally relegated to feminine garments and designed power suits for women — an audacious and undeniably androgynous take on high fashion that was well received by critics. He won the Neiman Marcus Fashion Award in 1979 and launched a diffusion line called Armani Collezioni that year. While his collections for men and women gained legions of admirers in Europe, it wasn’t until the premiere of the film American Gigolo — featuring heartthrob Richard Gere exclusively outfitted in a crisp, sleek and sexy Armani wardrobe — that the brand took off in the United States.

Until his passing in 2025, Armani was still designing ready-to-wear collections, and the luxury house had also expanded over the years into home decor, hospitality and more. In February 2020, at the onset of the Covid-19 crisis, Armani was the first fashion house to close its runway shows to the public in order to limit exposure. In early 2022, the brand was among the first to cancel men’s and haute couture shows scheduled in January.

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An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.

Questions About Giorgio Armani
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Giorgio Armani designs luxury apparel and accessories. The company is well known for their suits, jackets and accessories for men and women. In addition, the brand offers streetwear through Armani Exchange and fashions for young adults through Emporio Armani. Shop a collection of Giorgio Armani on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Giorgio Armani is a luxury brand. In fashion, brands that sell finely crafted clothing and accessories at aspirational price points fall under the category of luxury. Giorgio Armani fits this definition. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Giorgio Armani apparel.