Gucci 1973 Brown Ostrich Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bala Cynwyd, PA
This Gucci 1973 ostrich bag comes in a beautiful natural brown color with complementary gold-tone
Gucci 1973 Brown Ostrich Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bala Cynwyd, PA
This Gucci 1973 ostrich bag comes in a beautiful natural brown color with complementary gold-tone
2012 Gucci 1973 Brown Ostrich Top Handle Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a Gucci 1973 brown ostrich top handle bag. Antique gold hardware with leather lining made
Gucci 1973 Small GHW Black Pebbled Leather Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company-Gucci Style-1973 Small GHW Black Pebbled Leather Crossbody Bag Outside-No rips tears or
Vintage 1973 Gucci Blondie Chocolate Suede Flap Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Lake Park, FL
Vintage 1973 Gucci Blondie chocolate brown suede leather flap clutch with large gold 4" GG logo
Unavailable
H 10 in W 8 in L 14 in
Gucci Purple Crocodile Belly Gold Tone 'GG' "1973" Double Handle Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Limited Edition purple genuine crocodile belly "1973" bag from Gucci. Gold-tone 'GG' logo on the
Gucci 1973 Shoulder Bag Black Pebbled Leather Messenger Bag NWOT
By Gucci
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, NWOT Gucci 1973 Shoulder Bag Cross Body, made from black pebbled leather and released in
GUCCI 1973 Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Austin, TX
1973 Gucci black suede shoulder bag with original box. 10 1/2" W x 8 1/2" H x 2 1/2" D. 34" strap
2000 Gucci "1973" small beije leather shoulder bag
By Gucci
Located in Capri, IT
Frida Giannini looks back to 1973 for her new collection of right nice hand bags. small shoulder
Gucci Black Leather GG Logo Small 1973 Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Gucci small 1973 crossbody bag in black leather. The bag features a flap with magnetic
GUCCI Bronze Python '1973' Crossbody Flap Bag W. Gold Chain
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
GUCCI Bronze Python '1973' Crossbody Flap Bag W. Gold Chain Made In Italy Material: python
Gucci 1973 Bronze Small Crossbody Handbag - GHW
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This beautiful bronze Gucci 1973 crossbody bag is perfect for everyday wear. Originates from the
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H 5 in D 2.25 in L 7 in
Gucci 1973 Shoulder Bag Gold Pebbled Leather Evening Bag + Dustbag & COA NWOT
By Gucci
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, New without Tag (NWOT) Gucci 1973 Shoulder Bag or Cross Body, released in 2012. Made
GUCCI black grained leather 1973 SMALL CROSSBODY Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Gucci 1973 Small Chain shoulder bag in black grained leather is a timeless
Gucci Cognac Leather 1973 Medium Flap Shoulder Bag GHW
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci Cognac Leather Shoulder Bag Features gold double G logo on front closure Made In: Italy
1970s Gucci "Blondie" Cream Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1973 this fabulous Gucci "Blondie" is a classic. Highly sought-after this clutch is cream
Gucci Vintage Collectible Accornero Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci collectible Accornero 1973 silk flower scarf. One minor stain, we did not try to clean it
1970s Gucci "Blondie" Dark Brown Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1973 this fabulous Gucci "Blondie" is a classic. Highly sought-after this clutch is dark
Gucci 1973 Clutch Python
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Clutch Python is understated and luxurious. Crafted in genuine metallic
Gucci 1973 Clutch Python
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Clutch Python is understated and luxurious. Crafted in genuine pewter
Gucci 1973 Messenger Bag Leather
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Messenger Bag Leather is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted in black
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small, crafted from pink leather, features GG detailing on
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Python Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Python Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from gold
Gucci 1973 Satchel Python Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Satchel Python Medium is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted in brown
Gucci 1973 Messenger Bag Leather
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Messenger Bag Leather is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted in dark
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small, crafted from black leather, features GG detailing on
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small, crafted in metallic gold leather, features
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small, crafted in orange leather, features double G
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small, crafted in neutral leather, features double G
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Suede Medium, crafted in black suede, features classic double G
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Python Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Python Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from
Gucci 1973 Bucharest Leather Cross-Body Bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci 1973 Bucharest black leather cross-body bag - Black, grained leather - gold-tone metal
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium, crafted from metallic bronze leather, features dual
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Suede Medium, crafted from brown suede, features dual flat handles
Gucci 1973 Flap Shoulder Bag Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Flap Shoulder Bag Leather Medium, crafted in purple leather, features classic
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Python Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Python Small, crafted from genuine gold python, features dual flat
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Bag Leather Small is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted from
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Suede Medium, crafted from black suede, features dual flat handles
Gucci 1973 Tote Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Tote Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted from light brown diamante canvas
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium inspired by its 1973 classic design mixes a
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Python Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Python Medium, crafted from genuine gold python, features dual flat
Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted in light brown diamante canvas
Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted in light brown diamante canvas
Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas And Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted in light brown diamante canvas
Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Satchel Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted in brown diamante canvas and
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium inspired by its 1973 classic design mixes a
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium inspired by its 1973 classic design mixes a
Gucci 1973 Tote Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Tote Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted from brown diamante canvas and
Gucci 1973 Tote Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Tote Diamante Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted from brown diamante canvas and
Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Top Handle Bag Leather Medium inspired by its 1973 classic design mixes a
Gucci 1973 Messenger Bag Leather, crafted in black leather
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Messenger Bag Leather, crafted in black leather, features classic double G emblem
Gucci 1973 Flap Top Handle Bag Nubuck Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Flap Top Handle Bag Nubuck Medium is a classic for Gucci lovers. Crafted
Gucci 1973 Flap Top Handle Bag Crocodile Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Flap Top Handle Bag Crocodile Medium is a classic for Gucci lovers
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.