Gucci 1955 Horsebit Suede Tote Bag with Shearling-Trim
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
This mini Horsebit 1955 Shearling-Trimmed Suede Tote Bag has a structured shape defined by shearling trim leather and a beige suede body. The flap closure is complete with Horsebit g...
F/W1997 Gucci by Tom Ford monogram suede hobo bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Milano, Lombardia
F/W 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford monogram suede hobo bag A rare hobo bag from Tom Ford's Fall/Winter 1997 collection for Gucci. Crafted from luxurious suede featuring the iconic GG monogr...
GUCCI Dionysus Kelly green suede black patent trimmed crossbody bucket bag
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Dionysus Kelly green suede black patent trimmed crossbody bucket bag Reference: MELK/A00186 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 499622 525040 Material: Suede, Pate...
Vintage Gucci genuine brown suede large hobo bucket shoulder bag, horsebit motif
By Gucci
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Vintage Gucci genuine brown suede leather large hobo bucket shoulder bag with iconic horsebit motifs.
Gucci Vintage Green Suede Leather Bucket Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Embrace the timeless elegance of the 1990s with this exquisite Gucci Interlocking bucket bag. A true masterpiece of Italian craft, this medium-sized shoulder bag is enveloped in a ri...
Gucci Vintage Green Suede Leather Bucket Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into a world of vintage sophistication with this stunning Gucci Green Suede and Leather Shoulder Bag. A perfect balance of classic elegance and unique style, this bag features a...
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H 12.5 in D 6 in L 11 in
Rare Gucci Tri-Color Diamante Line Leather and Suede Drawstring Bucket Bag, 1980
By Gucci
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Rare Gucci Tri-Color Diamante Line Leather and Suede Drawstring Bucket Bag, 1980.
GUCCI suede and leather drawstring bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
GUCCI suede and leather drawstring bag, gg monogram front and back strip detail, siege drawstring, heavy metal work, interior pocket, leather shoulder strap Condition: very good vi...
Gucci Beige Suede Heart Shoulder Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Charming and full of character, this authentic Gucci Heart Flap Shoulder Bag in soft beige suede is a sweet nod to early 2000s whimsy and elegance. With its signature heart-shaped fl...
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Suede Web Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step back in time with this exquisite vintage Gucci shoulder bag, a true testament to timeless style and exceptional craftsmanship. Made in Italy, this piece features a rich brown su...
Gucci Vintage Blue Suede and Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci blue suede and leather shoulder bag. Gold metal hardware. Upper zipper closure. Blue suede inside. 1 side zip pocket inside. Adjustable shoulder strap. 'Made in Italy b...
Vintage Gucci Burgundy Alligator Suede Shoulder Bag 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Gucci has created a legacy of bridging the gap between the classic and the unexpected. The storied luxury house to date has evolved from an aesthetic that is simultaneously understat...
Gucci Vintage Orange Suede Convertible Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci orange flap shoulder bag. Gold metal accents. Flap with button closure on the front. Beige leather inside. 1 side open pocket inside. Pocket mirror included. Adjustable...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Flap Enamel Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful vintage Gucci shoulder bag made in brown suede. gold metal detailing on top with brown enamel. Flap with button closure. Adjustable leather shoulder strap. Brown leather li...
Gucci Vintage Orange Suede Convertible Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci orange flap shoulder bag. Gold metal accents. Flap with button closure on the front. Beige leather inside. 1 side open pocket inside. Pocket mirror included. Adjustable...
Gucci Vintage Blue Suede Spur Convertible Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This vintage Gucci shoulder bag is crafted from luxurious navy blue suede leather, showcasing timeless elegance and sophistication. The flap features a button closure and is adorned ...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Shoulder Bag with Chain Strap
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci vintage shoulder bag. Brown suede and leather. Upper zipper closure. Gold metal chain strap. Brown leather lining. 1 middle zip section and 2 exterior open pockets. Brown leath...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Shoulder Bag with Chain Strap
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci vintage shoulder bag. Brown suede and leather. Upper zipper closure. Gold metal chain strap. Brown leather lining. 1 middle zip section and 2 exterior open pockets. Brown leath...
Gucci Vintage Black Suede and Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci shoulder bag in black suede and leather. Flap closure with gold metal application on the front. Black leather lining. 1 side zip pocket and 2 side open pockets inside. ...
Gucci Vintage Black Suede and Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci shoulder bag in black suede and leather. Flap closure with gold metal application on the front. Black leather lining. 1 side zip pocket and 2 side open pockets inside. ...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Flap Shoulder Bag with Enamel
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful vintage Gucci shoulder bag made in brown suede. gold metal detailing on top with brown enamel. Flap with button closure. Adjustable leather shoulder strap. Brown leather li...
Gucci Vintage Green Suede and Leather Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci green suede and leather shoulder bag. Upper zipper closure. Suede interior, 1 side zip pocket inside. Gold metal hardware. Adjustable shoulder strap. Spur detailing on ...
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Suede and Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the elegance of 1970s Italian craftsmanship with this Gucci vintage shoulder bag, a true testament to the brand's iconic style. Crafted entirely in suede, the bag features ...
Gucci Vintage Red Suede and Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci red Suede and leather shoulder bag. Gold metal and enamel double G on the front. Flap closure on the front. Beige leather inside. 1 side zip pocket and 1 side open pock...
Gucci Vintage Navy Blue Suede and Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci shoulder bag in navy blue suede and leather. Magnetic button closure on top. Beige leather lining. 1 side zip pocket inside. Adjustable shoulder strap. 'Made in Italy b...
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Suede and Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A beautiful expression of Gucci's refined vintage charm, this brown monogram suede and leather shoulder bag dates back to Italy in the 1980s, a decade synonymous with timeless elegan...
Gucci Vintage Tan Suede and Leather GG Logo Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Gucci vintage shoulder bag. Tan suede and leather. Gold metal GG logo on the front. Fold over strap with button closure. Brown leather lining. 1 side zip pocket and 1 side ...
Gucci Rare Vintage Black Suede Horse Head Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci shoulder bag in black suede and leather from the 60s. Elizabeth Taylor owned the same style,and the bag was sold at auction in 2014 for $4,062.50. Flap closure with bea...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Turn Lock Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A true time capsule from the golden age of Gucci, this Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Turn Lock Shoulder Bag tells the story of Italian craftsmanship in the 1970s. Made in Italy bet...
Gucci Vintage Black Suede Leather Silver Ring Clasp Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This Gucci vintage shoulder bag pairs black suede leather with smooth black leather trim along the edges, bottom, and shoulder strap, creating a rich contrast in texture. Its medium-...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Shoulder Bag Men Purse with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step back into the golden era of understated luxury with this vintage GUCCI shoulder bag-a timeless piece that whispers Italian elegance with every detail. Crafted in rich brown sued...
Gucci Vintage Blue Suede and Leather Flap Gold Clasp Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
An authentic slice of Gucci history, this vintage shoulder bag comes straight from the elegance of the 1980s, when design was bold yet impeccably refined. Crafted in Italy between 19...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Square G Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This Gucci Square G shoulder bag is a captivating example of Italian craftsmanship from the 2010–2019 era, making it an ideal piece for any vintage and second-hand enthusiast. The mo...
Gucci Brown Suede Bucket Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage brown suede bucket bag by Gucci. Silver-tone hardware.
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H 12.6 in W 10.04 in D 3.94 in
Gucci Black Suede & Leather Embellished Leopard Vintage Bucket Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Gucci Black Suede & Leather Embellished Leopard Vintage Bucket Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1573 Brand: Gucci Model: Bucket Bag Type: Shoulder Age: 1990's Colour: Black Hardwa...
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H 8.67 in W 10.63 in D 3.15 in
GUCCI Dionysus Kelly green suede black patent trimmed crossbody bucket bag
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Dionysus Kelly green suede black patent trimmed crossbody bucket bag Reference: MELK/A00186 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 499622 525040 Material: Suede ...
GUCCI Dionysus Kelly green suede black patent trimmed crossbody bucket bag
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Dionysus Kelly green suede black patent trimmed crossbody bucket bag Reference: MELK/A00186 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 499622 525040 Material: Suede, Pate...
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Suede Leather Wood Chain Link Large Bucket Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful brown suede Gucci bucket bag, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this bag is constructed of a suede body and is made complete with a...
Gucci Vintage Yellow Leather Suede Saddle Convertible Belt Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci vintage shoulder bag in yellow suede and leather with saddle design. Convertible model: the bag can be worn crossbody style as well as a belt bag, thanks to 2 belt loops on the...
Gucci Vintage Blue Suede and Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci shoulder bag in blue suede and leather. Flap closure with gold metal hardware on the front. Blue leather lining. 1 side zip pocketinside. 'GUCCI Boutique - Made in Ital...
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather GG Logo Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Gucci vintage shoulder bag. Brown suede and leather. Gold metal GG logo on the front Flap with magnetic button closure. 2 main sections. Beige suede lining. 1 side zip pock...
Gucci Vintage Light Brown Suede and Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci shoulder bag in light brown suede and leather. Flap closure with gold metal closure on the front. Brown leather lining. 1 side zip pocket and 1 side open pocket inside....
Gucci Black Suede and Leather Shoulder Bag Tote with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful vintage Gucci shoulder bag made in black suede with black leather trim and shoulder strap. Green/red/green striped detailing. Magnetic button closure on top. Fabric lining....
1990s Vintage GUCCI Suede Patent Leather Bucket Bag Lime
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI two-way bucket bag is crafted of suede and patent leather in lime green.
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Pilling and wear on exterior, minor scuffs on interior opening trims, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", Width 8", Dep...
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Pilling and wear on exterior, minor scuffs on interior opening trims, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", Width 8", Dep...
Gucci Dionysus Bucket Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear and creasing on exterior, closure trim and strap, light wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 13", Height 8.5", Width 9....
Gucci Rajah Bucket Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 11.5", Width 11", Depth 5.5", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Gucci Model: Rajah Bucket Bag Suede Medium Exterior Material: Suede Exterior C...
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Light wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", Width 8", Depth 4", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Gucci Model...
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Light scuffs and marks on interior opening trim, minor wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", Width 8", ...
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", Width 8", Depth 4", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Gucci Model: Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small Exterior Material: Suede...
Gucci Dionysus Bucket Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 13", Height 8.5", Width 9.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Gucci Model: Dionysus Bucket Bag Suede Medium Exterior Material...
Gucci Dionysus Bucket Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 13", Height 9", Width 9.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22.5" Designer: Gucci Model: Dionysus Bucket Bag Suede Medium Exterior Material...
Gucci Dionysus Bucket Bag Suede Medium
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 13", Height 9", Width 9.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22.5" Designer: Gucci Model: Dionysus Bucket Bag Suede Medium Exterior Material...
Gucci Brown Suede Jackie Bucket Bag SS2015
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details: Brown Suede Jackie Bucket Bag by Gucci Spring / Summer 2015 Made in Italy Soft brown suede Bucket style Jackie bag Fold over strap with button clasp closure Includes...
Gucci Black Marmont Suede GG Bucket Bag
By Gucci
Located in Antwerp, BE
Excellent preloved condition Gucci Black Marmont Suede GG Bucket Bag The classic Marmont bag collection received a new addition.
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Mini
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear on exterior and in interior, scuffs on interior trim, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 7.5", Width 6", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 22-24" Desig...
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Wear and creasing on exterior, stains on interior base, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 10", Width 8", Depth 4", Strap D...
Gucci Ophidia Bucket Bag Suede Small
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Indentations on interior pocket, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 10", Width 8", Depth 4", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: ...
Gucci Brown Suede Bucket Bag with Leather Snap Closure
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci Brown Suede Bucket Bag with leather Snap Closure.
Vintage Gucci navy and brown suede leather mini hobo bucket shoulder bag. Rare
By Gucci
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
This is a unique Gucci vintage navy suede leather hobo bucket bag with brown GG print from 80's.
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints of silent screen stars, w...
Spring 2004 CHANEL by Karl Lagerfeld Runway White Crochet Knit Shoulder Bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Munich, DE
"It's about Chanel, but wearing it played down," announced Karl Lagerfeld, just before the Spring [2004] show. "Sweet, but not too ladylike. [...] In a world where the word "luxury" ...
$125,868
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG146 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: [B] Ag...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
$5,876
H 16.15 in Dm 10.83 in L 24.81 in
Hermès Tigre Royal Bucket Bag Chevrons Toile Canvas Barenia Leather
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bucket Bag Print: "Tigre Royal" (Royal Tiger) Made in France Stamp N in Square, 2010, Year of the Tiger in the chinese zodiac Made of Toile Ch...
Cotton striped bustier dress JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER JEANS
By Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton striped bustier dress with branded snap closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side with bow and eyelet. Smocks on the side of the bust. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
$4,295
Size: 7.65"L x 1.5"W x 5.25"H
Gucci Jackie 1961 Mini Black Patent Leather Crystal Hobo Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Gucci Jackie 1961 Small Hobo Patent Leather Mini Crystal Hobo in Black. Rare Limited Edition piece by Gucci The Gucci Jackie 1961 Small Hobo in black patent leather is a ...
Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Red Ostrich Gold Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable and Cutest ever Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Sellier Version, rigid, so chic ! Made in France Vintage item (V in circle, 1992) Made of ostrich and yellow gold plated hard...
HERMES Vache Naturelle leather & Khaki Toile KELLY 32 RETOURNE Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Retourne bag is a timeless icon crafted in a refined combination of Naturelle Vache leather and Khaki Toile canvas. The Retourne style features so...
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Python Skin Jeweled Dragon Bamboo Chain Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Limited Edition Runway Python Dragon Brooch Shoulder Bag F/W 2004 Runway Collection Elegant black python skin shoulder bag with gold-tone bamboo double chain shoul...
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.67 in D 6.3 in L 11.82 in
Hermès 2011 Birkin 30cm Pink Box Calf Leather Women's Handbag New
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Bag Birkin 30cm Box Calf Pink New - 2410152001 Brand: Hermès Type : Hermes Birkin Bag Inside Detail: N/A Base Size: 30cm Height: 22cm Depth: 16cm Weight: Material: Box Calf L...
Early 1990s Chanel Pink Quilted Mini Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel pink cross body camera bag from the early 1990s. In very good vintage condition with two zip top compartments. Lined in cream lambskin the compartments have two smaller interi...
Gucci Large Flora Print Canvas & Black Leather Jackie Hobo Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Tom Ford for Gucci Large Flora Print Canvas & Black Leather Jackie Hobo Bag epitomizes modern luxury with its sophisticated blend of bold floral print canvas and sleek black leat...
GUCCI Cobalt blue GG MARMONT SMALL MATELASSE VELVET Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Gucci Marmont Matelassé Small flap shoulder bag in sapphire blue quilted velvet is the perfect jewel-toned accessory for holiday parties and evening events. Featu...
CELINE beige & brown Triomphe canvas LARGE CABAS THAIS SHOPPING Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Celine Large Cabas Thais shopper is crafted in off-white canvas with an allover brown Triomphe motif. A cognac brown leather Triomphe patch accents the front, add...
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.
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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.
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.