Vintage Gold Gucci GG Metal Clutch
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Vintage gold metal GG clutch by Gucci. Circa 1970s. Front tab closure. 3.25" height, 2" width, 6.5" length.
Vintage Gold Gucci GG Metal Clutch
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Vintage gold metal GG clutch by Gucci. Circa 1970s. Front tab closure. 3.25" height, 2" width, 6.5" length.
Gucci Vintage Blue Suede Gold Chain Clutch Pochette Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A true gem from Gucci's heritage, this vintage dark blue suede clutch pochette dates back to Italy in the 1970s, an era defined by glamour, femininity, and refined evening accessories.
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Box Gold Removable Chain Leather Clutch Mini Bag
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
A small but attention-grabbing plum color mink box clutch with gold leather interior and a removal gold chain is the perfect accessory to an evening outing.
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Gold Leather Dionysus Clutch Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gold-covered multi-style Gucci envelope bag designed by Tom Ford.
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H 4.73 in W 0.99 in L 8.67 in
Gucci Gold Leather Embroidered Tiger Crystal Studded Chain Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Gucci gold clutch for women has the kind of design that ensures high appeal, whether held in your hand or tucked under your arm.
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H 4.73 in W 0.99 in L 8.67 in
Gucci Gold Leather Embroidered Tiger Crystal Studded Chain Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Gucci gold clutch for women has the kind of design that ensures high appeal, whether held in your hand or tucked under your arm.
Gucci Black/Gold Leather Printed GUCCY Portfolio Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Gucci Portfolio Clutch exudes luxury with its smooth black leather adorned with gold GUCCY lettering.
Gucci Black/Gold Leather Printed GUCCY Portfolio Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Gucci Portfolio Clutch exudes luxury with its smooth black leather adorned with gold GUCCY lettering.
Gucci Iridescent Gold Patent Leather Elongated Clutch with Gold Metal Accents
By Gucci
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a Gucci iridescent gold patent leather elongated clutch handbag with gold metal accents and tan suede interior.
Gucci Vintage GG Monogram Clutch crossbody with Strap and Gold Hardware
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gucci monogram prints are having a total comeback, and we definitely understand the appeal! This classic bag is so stylish and chic, you can dress it up or down as a clutch or should...
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H 8 in D 4.5 in L 11 in
Gucci Olive Green Ostrich Gold HDW Smilla Small Clutch Cross Body Bag
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
Gucci Smilla Small clutch bag, featuring a neutral almost olive green ostrich leather, gold hardware, absolutely statement pieced fur tails for catch anyone's eye, gold chain strap, ...
Gucci Gold Metallic Handbag or Clutch
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci gold metallic handbag or clutch. Height 4", width 10", depth 3", handle drop 8".
Gucci Gold Metallic Soho Logo Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Port Hope, ON
Perfect times clutch, metallic comes with original box and dustbag. Timeless elegance , the double G is a sign of quality and fine craftsmenship. Pebbled leather. Snap closure 111/2"...
Gucci Black Silk Gold Tassel Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci black silk satin and gold lambskin envelope oversized clutch with fringe tassels.
Gucci Bronze Leather and Gold Hardware Britt Clutch
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Bronze Leather and Gold Hardware Britt Clutch This wonderful Bronze leather clutch has the top gold framing with two turnkey locks to secure the bag shut.
Gucci Clutch With Leopard Print Gold Tone Hardware
By Gucci
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Brand: Gucci Product: Leopard Print Clutch Size: L 36 x H 20 x D 3.5 Cm Colour: Black & Leopard Print Pony Hair Material: Smooth Leather & Pony Hair Hardware: Gold-Tone Year: 2...
GUCCI blue gold ANIMALIER BROADWAY BROCADE Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
Gucci 'Animalier Broadway' clutch in pink, blue, gold and green brocade.
Gucci Clutch Pochette Gold Monogram Leather Heart Chain
By Gucci
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: EXCELLENT Light rubbing around the piping, leather. Light stains on the outside and inside. Scratches to the hardware. Details Gucci Canvas and leather Gold-tone hard...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Gold Toned Monogram Micro Chain Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI micro chain clutch bag is crafted of Gucci’s GG monogram in gold toned metal featuring a gold toned chain.
GUCCI Black Patent Leather Panel Gold Horsebit Clutch Handbag
By Gucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
GUCCI clutch bag comes in textured black leather with patent leather panels and features a flap closure, oversized gold tone horsebit, and detachable chain shoulder strap.
Gucci Vintage Rare Gold Metal GG Monogram Evening Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A striking example of Gucci's vintage glamour, this rare gold metal GG Monogram evening clutch captures the bold elegance of the house during the 1970s.
Gucci Vintage Rare Gold Metal GG Monogram Evening Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare vintage Gucci hard shell evening clutch bag in gold metal, from the 1980s.
Gucci Vintage Rare Gold Metal GG Monogram Evening Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A striking example of Gucci's vintage glamour, this rare gold metal GG Monogram evening clutch captures the bold elegance of the house during the 1970s.
Gucci Vintage Rare Gold Metal Basket Look Evening Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare vintage Gucci hard shell evening clutch bag in gold metal, from the 1970s.
Gucci Blue Soho Patent Leather Clutch with Tassle
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The front of the flap features the classic Gucci embroidered interlocking "GG" logo. Brand: Gucci Material: Patent Leather Color: Blue Serial Code: 336753.204991 Hardware: Gold-tone...
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H 4.53 in W 7.49 in D 1.58 in
GUCCI Small Dollar black gold interlocking GG crossbody clutch wallet on chain
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Small Dollar black gold interlocking GG crossbody clutch wallet on chain Reference: TGAS/B01263 Brand: Gucci Model: Interlocking GG flap crossbody Material: Leather Color:...
Gucci Bag Web Clutch Shoulder Tom Ford Monogram Rose Gold Horse Bit
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
Detachable richly crafted heavy bamboo rose gold chain. Bag can be carried as a clutch or shoulder.
1980s Gucci Blondie Unicorn Ivory Cream Leather Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Top Handle Houndstooth Box Clutch Bag Gucci Blondie Unicorn ivory cream leather clutch bag, Gold Gucci front logo, weighted closure, small internal pocket, leather a...
GUCCI VINTAGE Black MONOGRAM Metal EVENING BOX CLUTCH Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
- Vintage gold metal box clutch by GUCCI - Black GG - GUCCI monogram fabric covering - Flap closure - A built-in mirror on the reverse of the metal flap - The purse is lined in a ve...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Black Leather Gold Hosebit XL Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous black leather embossed Gucci horse bit clutch, designed by Tom Ford. From the early 2000s, the bag's horse bit-style silhouette, expertly crafted fro...
GUCCI 1995 Horsebit white gold buckles detail crossbody clutch WOC wallet
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI 1995 Horsebit white gold buckles detail crossbody clutch WOC wallet Reference: LNKO/A02152 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 1995 Horsebit Material: Leather, Met...
NEW Gucci Broadway Gold Heart Clutch Limited Edition Crystal Enamel Collectable
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Brand New Limited Edition Gucci Broadway Heart Crystal-Embellished Clutch Bag Runway Piece – Gucci Fall 2021 Collection by Alessandro Michele - Collectable A standout from Gucci’s ...
Gucci Gold tone clutch
By Gucci
Located in Capri, IT
Gucci Gold tone clutch the inside is suede
1972 Gucci Blondie Gold Emblem Monogram Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing monogram suede Gucci clutch circa 1972! Made of a super soft brown suede covered in the signature Gucci monogram all over print!
Gucci Silver Metallic Leather Clutch with Gold Emblem
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Silver Metallic Leather Clutch This beautifulclutch is in excellent condition.
1970s Gucci Evening Gold Tone Beads Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Paris, FR
1970s Gucci rare evening clutch featuring gold-tone small beads, gets a front snap opening and an inside silk lining ,with a small pocket.
Gucci Gold Metal Logo Hard Shell Clutch Minaudière Bag, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This gold metal Gucci clutch featuring their signature “GG” logo—popularized in the 1930s – embossed in a half-drop pattern is both daring, and classy.
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver 18K Gold Tassel Minaudiere Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
It opens by sliding the gold band to either side. This minaudiere comes with 6 interchangeable tassels (gold, silver, black, champagne, beige, and green) and the original green suede...
Gucci Gold Guccissima Leather Clutch Wristlet Wrist Bag Pouch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci gold Guccissima monogram leather wristlet bag.
1980s Vintage GUCCI Gold Toned Metallic Clutch Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI clutch/crossbody bag is crafted of Gucci’s GG monogram in gold toned metal featuring a detachable gold-toned rope strap.
Gucci Bone Ostrich Envelope Clutch with Gold Clasp - 1950's
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Bone Ostrich Envelope Clutch with Gold Clasp - 1950's.
Gucci Rare Vintage Gold Metal GG Monogram Evening Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Transport yourself to the mid-1960s with this rare Gucci evening clutch, a shimmering piece of Italian history that defines mid-century elegance.
GUCCI glossy scaled leather gold stirrup horsebit foldover long clutch bag
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI glossy scaled leather gold stirrup horsebit foldover long clutch bag Brand: Gucci Model Name / Style: Horsebit clutch Material: Leather Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip ...
Vintage Gucci Indian Hindu Deities Metal Enamel Gold Black Clutch Minaudiere
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Gucci Minaudiere Embossed Gold Tone Metal and Black Enamel Clutch Very Unique Indian Hindu Deities Embossed, Featuring a Black Enamel, and an Optional Chain-Link Strap with T...
Iconic Gucci Gold Metal Minaudière Clutch w/Enameled Buckle Closure ca.1970s
By Gucci
Located in Studio City, CA
A 1970s Gucci limited edition minaudière, clutch made of gold-colored metal in a basket weave pattern and featuring a clasp comprised of the classic Gucci "buckle" closure with red a...
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel Clutch 2000"s Collection This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Gucc...
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel 2000"s Collection This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Guccissima ...
Gucci Gold Copper Color Leather Buckle Clutch Italian
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
This ever so chic and slim Italian Gucci gold copper buckle small clutch fits an I phone 11 and Up.
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel 2000"s Collection - Limited Edition. This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Gu...
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel 2000"s Collection This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Guccissima...
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H 6 in W 15 in D 2 in
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Black Leather Gold Large Horsebit Convertible Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The bag can be used as a small handbag or can be converted into a clutch. The gold chain-link handle is easily removable and can be reattached to hidden grommets.
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Brown GG Distressed Gold Large Horsebit Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: Designed by Tom Ford during his tenure at the house of Gucci, this bag represents Tom's interpretation of many of Gucci's classic elements, the most prominent b...
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel An extraordinary collector’s piece from the Tom Ford era at Gucci, this rare and ...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2004 Gold Purple Snake Enamel Serpent Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Highly collectible Gucci Limited Edition Clutch Bag designed by Tom Ford back to 2004.
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H 5.25 in W 7.25 in D 3.25 in
S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Gold Metallic Purple Enamel Horsebit Mini Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a stunning gold metallic mini horsebit enamel bag designed by Tom Ford for his final spring collection with Gucci and debuted as look 30 on Ujjwala Raut.
F/W 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Studded Black Suede Oversized Gold Horsebit Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This extra-large black suede Gucci horse-bit shoulder bag was designed by Tom Ford for the Fall/Winter 2003 collection. This large convertible bag features black suede construction w...
Tom Ford for Gucci Limited Edition F/W 2004 Gold Python Crystal Dragon Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Limited Edition Gold Python Bag Clutch F/W 2004 Collection Made of Exotic Gold Colored Python with Large Detailed Enamel Handcrafted Jeweled Dragon Heads.
Gucci navy blue box calf gold button flap clutch shoulder handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chic Gucci navy blue box calf clutch bag can be carried as a shoulder bag (with removable gold metal & leather shoulder strap)…The bag has a curved shape, with a flap front, closes w...
Gucci Vintage Italian Evening Minaudière Bag
By Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
This timeless and rare italian vintage Gucci gold plated clutch has the iconic embossed logo.
1980s Gucci Black Suede Shell Shaped Evening Box Bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci Black Vintage Gold Clutch Bag, black suede hard shell oval rounded clutch bag, Gold edge trim and GG logo and clip clasp at top.
Gucci Gold Leather Romy Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Gucci clutch is just the right accessory to compliment your chic ensemble. It comes crafted from quality material featuring a well-sized interior that can comfortably hold all y...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
1970s Bottega Veneta Rainforest Bucket Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Always Be Ready For Vacation With This Bottega Veneta Bag! Circa 1970s, this cotton bucket bag features a dark tropical greenery pattern with contrasting gold and rhinestone butterfl...
Rare Vintage Christian Louboutin " Trash " Mules Shoes
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly rare vintage Christian Louboutin "Trash" mules! These are impossible to find, and were produced in very limited quantities. They were created with 'scraps' that were gathe...
$911
Size: 40 on tag but fit 38/ M
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with buckle THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with silver metal buckle. on the left side. Main fabric composition: 90% wool, 10% nylon. Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Cut-work. SIZE 40...
$1,675
Size: Extra Small
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...
Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.
Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.
At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.
In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.
Find vintage Gucci clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
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 bag — Birkin, 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.
Created during Alessandro Michele's tenure at the brand, this sparkling, whimsical minaudière feels just right for a night out.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.