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 expression of the house’s heritage. Featuring the iconic 1973 interlocking G detail, it...
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 marks on bag exterior Inside-No rips, tear or stains Pockets-1 pocket inside bag ...
Gucci Black Leather GG Logo Small 1973 Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Gucci small 1973 crossbody bag in black leather.
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 fall/winter 2010 season, this piece is in very good condition as it was carried by my...
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 expression of the house’s heritage. Featuring the iconic 1973 interlocking G detail, it...
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 its flap, chain link strap, and aged gold-tone hardware.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 its flap, chain link strap, and gold-tone hardware.
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.
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.
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.
Gucci Red Leather Small 1973 Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This women's bag by Gucci is designed to be an essential wardrobe accessory! High in style and craftsmanship, this 1973 crossbody bag has been crafted from red leather and lined with...
Gucci Black Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
To make a brilliant fashion statement, this handbag by Gucci is just what you need! High in style and craftsmanship, this 1973 crossbody bag has been crafted from black leather and c...
Gucci Black Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
High in style and craftsmanship, this 1973 crossbody bag is from the house of Gucci. It has been crafted from black leather and comes with a flap that reveals a suede interior which ...
Gucci Black Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
To make a brilliant fashion statement, this handbag by Gucci is just what you need! High in style and craftsmanship, this 1973 crossbody bag has been crafted from black leather and c...
Gucci Green Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A versatile accessory, you can use this leather bag for multiple occasions. The inside of this chic bag is beautifully lined with suede and the flap is graced with the logo. Go for t...
Gucci Green Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A versatile accessory, you can use this leather bag for multiple occasions. The inside of this chic bag is beautifully lined with suede and the flap is graced with the logo. Go for t...
Gucci Green Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A versatile accessory, you can use this leather bag for multiple occasions. The inside of this chic bag is beautifully lined with suede and the flap is graced with the logo. Go for t...
Gucci Dark Grey Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Swap that regular everyday tote with this charming crossbody bag from the house of Gucci. Sewn and assembled with care and love the bag promises to boost your style and hold your da...
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Minor wear on base corners and in interior, small marks on exterior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 6.5", Dep...
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing on exterior and underneath flap, minor wear and darkening in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 7", De...
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Creasing and minor wear on exterior and underneath flap, indentations underneath flap. Discoloration and marks in interior, scratches and discoloration on hardw...
Gucci 1973 Crossbody Python Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci 1973 Crossbody Python Small is a classic for Gucci lovers.
Gucci Black Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
To make a brilliant fashion statement, this handbag by Gucci is just what you need! High in style and craftsmanship, this 1973 crossbody bag has been crafted from black leather and c...
Gucci Orange Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
High in style and with durable construction, this 1973 crossbody bag from Gucci is the perfect inspiration for a stylish look. It has been crafted from orange leather and comes with ...
Gucci Black Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
To make a brilliant fashion statement, this handbag by Gucci is just what you need! High in style and craftsmanship, this 1973 crossbody bag has been crafted from black leather and c...
Gucci Orange Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This adorable Gucci crossbody bag is the perfect addition to your wardrobe. This orange bag is crafted from leather and is accented with gold-tone hardware. It features signature int...
Gucci Pink Leather Small 1973 Chain Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Structured, sophisticated, and stylish are some words that describe this crossbody bag! Crafted from best quality material, the creation is adorned with the label's signature appeal,...
Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This Gucci 1973 Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Small, crafted in black leather, features classic double G emblem detail, chain link strap, and gold-tone hardware. Its magnetic snap closu...
Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...
Iconic Chanel Byzantine Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chanel cuff based on ancient models and reinterpreted in the the late 1980's by Victoire de Castellane. Hammered antique gold with pate de verre cabochons in various tones. Wo...
Bronze, Gilt Metal
$595
Size: best fits M/L, see measurements
Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Gold Accent Pocket Front Maxi Wrap Dress Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...
$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...
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...
NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
Emanuel Ungaro 1980s Wrap Silk Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous blue and off white elaborate abstract pattern silk damask wrap dress from Emanuel Ungaro Parallele. It has a V neckline with a wrap semi fitted hip length bodice tying at...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Matrix Collection Men Skirt Automne Hiver 1999-2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Unique waxed cotton and leather "skirt" by John Galliano for Christian Dior Haute Couture. The collection from which this "skirt" derives from was presented at Versailles. Guests we...
UNWORN Dolce & Gabbana Bodycon Corset Lace Dress Special Edition Collection 38
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Switzerland, CH
Amazing Dolce & Gabbana Bodycon Corset Dress. For a sensational silhouette Black stretch fabric, satin and lace details Straps are adjustable Hook-fastening details in front A ti...
$7,920
H 6.7 in W 13 in L 5.9 in
Chanel Bowling Bag Luxury Ligne Leather As Seen On Ivanka Trump Red Lambskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
As seen on Ivanka Trump, this is a gorgeous luxury ligne Chanel satchel in excellent condition.
$2,450
Size: 42 / US 6
1990s Dolce & Gabbana D&G Black Plunging Sexy Beaded Sleeveless Vintage 90s Gown
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s DOLCE & GABBANA D&G black rayon jersey plunging beaded / sequin evening gown ! Features multiple layers of soft stretch jersey. Iridescent sequins and beads hand-sewn a...
30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings The earrings feature 2 beautiful flower-shape cabochon/facet-cut genuine blue topaz (15mm size, 30ct total), adorned with 9...
Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$14,920
H 11 in W 14 in L 2.5 in
Chanel 2003 Wood Top Handle Kelly Rare Vintage Black Caviar Leather Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Wood Top Handle Kelly Rare Vintage Black Caviar Leather Clutch Bag 2003 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Gold hardware Flat bottom Hidden magnetic snap closure Pink leather interior lining...
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.