Gucci Vintage Gucci 1970s Burgundy Monogram Canvas & Leather shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Gucci 1970s burgundy monogram canvas & leather shoulder bag. This early and rare bag has
Gucci Vintage Gucci 1970s Burgundy Monogram Canvas & Leather shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Gucci 1970s burgundy monogram canvas & leather shoulder bag. This early and rare bag has
Gucci Vintage 1970s Beauty Train Case Travel Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Take a step back in time with this stunning vintage Gucci beauty case from the 1970s. Meticulously
1970s Vintage Gucci Brown Leather and Suede Travel Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This luxurious Gucci travel bag exudes timeless elegance and sophistication, perfect for those who
$440Sale Price|20% Off
H 6 in W 2.5 in L 9 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Kiss-Lock Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder/crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black featuring
$2,149
H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 3.15 in L 15.75 in
Gucci 1970s Vintage Black Leather Structured Shoulder Bag for Women
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A timeless piece from Gucci’s storied archive, this 1970s black leather shoulder bag exudes
$288Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in W 2.5 in L 9.75 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro GG Jacquard Leather Shoulder Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of micro GG jacquard in navy trimmed with smooth navy
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Monogram Jacquard Boston Bag Black Brown 34
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Gucci boston bag is crafted of black GG monogram jacquard trimmed with brown smooth
$464Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.5 in W 1.5 in L 10.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Two-Way Monogram Suede Shoulder Clutch Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI two-way shoulder/clutch bag is crafted of monogram suede trimmed with smooth
$380Sale Price|20% Off
H 12 in W 2 in L 11.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Canvas Two-Way Document Shoulder Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI 2-way document bag is crafted of GG monogram coated canvas and pigskin leather
$1,432
H 12.21 in D 12.21 in L 22.45 in
Iconic Gucci Vintage 1970s GG Monogram Bowling Bag with Leather Trim, Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This authentic vintage 1970s Gucci GG monogram bowling bag is a quintessential piece of fashion
$580
H 8.5 in W 8.5 in L 12.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Brown Interlocking GG Jacquard Vanity Trunk Bag Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI vanity trunk is crafted of interlocking GG jacquard in brown trimmed with smooth
$402Sale Price|30% Off
H 12 in W 8.5 in L 17 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Monogram Jacquard Doctor Duffle Bag Unisex Black Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Gucci doctor duffle bag is crafted of black GG monogram jacquard trimmed with brown
$562Sale Price|25% Off
H 7.5 in W 2.5 in L 10.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Boutique GG Jacquard Horsebit Two-Way Shoulder Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI Boutique 2-way clutch/shoulder bag is crafted of GG monogram jacquard in navy
1970S Iconic Gucci Brown Suede and Leather Men's Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a classic 1970s Gucci men's bag, reflecting the timeless sophistication and craftsmanship
$384Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in W 1.5 in L 10 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro GG Jacquard Two-Way Clutch Crossbody Bag Black Beige
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI two-way clutch crossbody bag is crafted of micro GG jacquard in black trimmed
1970s Gucci Black Suede Tiger Clasp Large Vintage 70s Handbag Purse Shoudler Bag
By Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 70s GUCCI black suede leather tiger clasp shoulder bag ! Features black suede with gold
Gucci Parfums Vintage 70’s GG Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in luxury with the Gucci Parfums Vintage 1970s GG Clutch Bag. Crafted with GG Monogram
$955
H 8.67 in W 9.06 in D 2.76 in L 19.69 in
An Elegant 1970s Brown Leather and Brass Hardware Shoulder Bag by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An Elegant 1970s Brown Leather and Brass Hardware Shoulder Bag by Gucci. This is a sophisticated
$1,791
H 8.67 in W 10.63 in D 3.55 in L 31.5 in
An Elegant 1970s Black Leather and Brass Bucket Shoulder Bag by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This elegant 1970s shoulder bag by Gucci is a sophisticated testament to the brand's enduring
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1970s Gucci Italy Logo Bag
By Gucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Gucci logo bag in navy. 9 x 6 inches. Drop on shoulder strap is 21 inches
1970s Gucci Navy Leather Bag with Golden Rhinestone Clasp
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
1970s Gucci navy leather bag with chain shoulder strap. Golden snap closure accented with
Vintage GUCCI GG PLUS Boston Bag 1970s
By Gucci
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
Vintage GUCCI GG PLUS Boston Bag Gucci Top Handle Bag Vintage Neutrals Coated Canvas GG Plus Gold
1970s Vintage GUCCI Burgundy Leather Mini Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s GUCCI mini crossbody bag in burgundy leather. Made in Italy. Measures 6.5 x 5 x 1.25 inches
Gucci Crocodile Leather Vintage Top-Handle Bag, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gucci black patent crocodile leather handbag with gold-tone hardware and lapis lazuli
Vintage Gucci Black Lizard Evening Bag Gold Hardware 1970s
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Gucci black lizard evening bag gold hardware 1970s. The perfect bag when you don't want to
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro GG Jacquard Crossbody Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI micro crossbody bag is crafted of micro CC jacquard in navy featuring gold toned
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Canvas Briefcase Business Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI briefcase business bag is crafted of brown GG coated canvas and pigskin leather
1970s Gucci Brown Suede Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Snag yourself a piece of vintage history! Circa 1970s, this Gucci bag is made of soft caramel brown
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H 6.5 in W 2 in L 10.75 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI BOUTIQUE Monogram Canvas Two-Way Horsebit Shoulder Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI BOUTIQUE two-way shoulder/clutch bag is crafted of GG monogram coated canvas and
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H 7 in W 2.5 in L 9.75 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro GG Jacquard Leather Shoulder Bag Off-White Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of micro GG jacquard in off-white trimmed with smooth
Gucci 1970s Canvas & Leather Sun Print Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage Gucci navy canvas shoulder bag with yellow and white sun print. Leather shoulder strap
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H 6 in W 2 in L 8 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Satin Jacquard Two-Way Chain Clutch Shoulder Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI two-way chain clutch shoulder bag is crafted of GG satin jacquard in black
1970s Iconic Blue and red Leather Gucci Oyster Hand-Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Vintage 1970s Iconic Gucci Blue and Red Leather "Oyster" Handbag An exceptional piece of fashion
1970s Vintage Gucci 18K Gold Clasp Black Crocodile Wallet
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This black Crocodile wallet by Gucci features an 18KT gold Franc circa 1922 closure and dust bag
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H 6.25 in W 1.5 in L 7.75 in
Gucci 1970s Brown Suede OG Monogram Blondie Gold-Tone Logo Mini Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Gucci 1970s Brown Suede OG Monogram Blondie Gold-Tone Logo Mini Crossbody Bag, a
GUCCI Boston Bag Web GG Supreme Monogram Vintage Gucci 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
This vintage small Boston bag by Gucci is crafted from canvas with leather details and handles
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Suede Clutch Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI clutch bag is crafted of monogram suede trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in
GUCCI Ophidia Boston Bag Web GG Supreme Monogram Vintage Gucci 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
GUCCI Ophidia Boston Bag Web GG Supreme Monogram Vintage Gucci 1970s Gucci Ophidia Boston brown
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Canvas Crossbody Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI crossbody bag is crafted of GG monogram coated canvas and pigskin leather in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro Crossbody Bag Leather Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI micro crossbody bag is crafted of textured calfskin leather in brown featuring
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Canvas Business Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI business bag is crafted of monogram canvas in brown featuring brown pigskin
1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Cowhide Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of smooth cowhide leather in brown featuring an
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of GG monogram coated canvas and pigskin leather in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Shoulder Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned
1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Turnlock Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of calfskin leather in brown featuring gold toned
1970s Vintage GUCCI Mini Crossbody Bag Red Leather
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini crossbody bag is crafted of small-grained calfskin leather in red featuring
1970s Vintage GUCCI Brown Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Gucci book tote in Gucci iconic brown diamanté jacquard and leather. Made in Italy. Measures
1970s Vintage GUCCI Brown Monogram Canvas Box Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Gucci Brown Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag Material: canvas/Leather Origin: Italy Measurements
1970s Vintage GUCCI Two-Way Leather Shoulder Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI 2-way clutch shoulder bag is crafted of smooth cowhide leather in black
1970s Vintage GUCCI Black Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Gucci book tote in Gucci iconic black diamanté jacquard and leather. Made in Italy. Measures
1970s Vintage GUCCI Box Crossbody Bag Pigskin Leather Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This rare vintage GUCCI box crossbody bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring a
1970s Vintage GUCCI Boutique Leather Shoulder Bag Turnlock Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI Boutique shoulder bag is crafted of calfskin leather in brown featuring gold
1970s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Evening Clutch Chain Bag Burgundy Small
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI small chain bag clutch is crafted of nubuck in burgundy and trimmed with
1970s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Black Large
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI business clutch bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black featuring
1970s Vintage GUCCI Two-Way Leather Shoulder Bag Cowhide Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI 2-way clutch shoulder bag is crafted of smooth cowhide leather in brown
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Nubuck Leather Bamboo Shoulder Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This very rare vintage GUCCI bamboo shoulder bag is crafted of GG monogrammed nubuck and smooth
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro GG Jacquard Leather Shoulder Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of micro GG jacquard in navy trimmed with smooth leather
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram GG Jacquard Horsebit Shoulder Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of monogram GG jacquard in black trimmed with smooth
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Canvas Crossbody Bag Navy Perforated GG
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI crossbody bag is crafted of GG monogram coated canvas and smooth calfskin
1970s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Briefcase Trunk Attaché Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI trunk briefcase is crafted of brown pigskin leather featuring gold toned
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H 9 in W 2.5 in L 11.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Web Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag Equestrian Accent Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This rare vintage GUCCI Web Shoulder Bag is crafted of monogram canvas in brown trimmed with brown
1970s Vintage GUCCI Web Monogram Canvas Vanity Hand Bag Brown Small
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This small vintage GUCCI Web vanity trunk hand bag is crafted of brown GG monogram canvas and
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H 11 in W 7.5 in L 15.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Monogram Jacquard Boston Bag Unisex Black Brown 40
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Gucci bostob bag is crafted of black GG monogram jacquard trimmed with brown smooth
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H 14 in D 6 in L 18 in
Gucci Carry On Bag Suitcase Overnight Luggage GG Logo Canvas Vintage 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Travel in style with this rare carry on bag made by Gucci, most likely in the 1970s. Made from
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H 7 in W 2.5 in L 10 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Two-Way Clutch Shoulder Bag Turnlock Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI two-way clutch shoulder bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in dark brown
1970s Gucci Large Navy Blue Suede Vintage 70s Hobo Shoulder Bag Purse Handbag
By Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely chic and classic large 1970s GUCCI navy blue suede and leather shoulder bag ! Features the
Rare Vintage Gucci 1970s Brown Leather Enamel Tiger Gold Chain Handbag Purse Bag
By Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and equally as chic 70s GUCCI chocolate brown leather shoulder bag ! Features the perfect
Vintage GUCCI Web Navy Micro GG Jacquard Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This 1970s Vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of micro GG jacquard in navy trimmed with beige
Vintage GUCCI Web Black Leather Shoulder Bag with Equestrian Accent
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This 1970s vintage Gucci shoulder bag is crafted of smooth leather in black featuring Gucci
Vintage 1970'S Gucci Logo Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
This iconic vintage Gucci bag is in great condition and has two large interior pockets and an
Vintage Gucci Black Shoulder Bag circa 1970's
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Black leather vintage Gucci shoulder bag from the 1970's with Gucci's distinct time red and green
Gucci Vintage 1970's Suede Logo Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, ON
Gucci vintage 1970's suede logo clutch bag. Dark brown and midnight navy with goldtone trim
Gucci 1970's Vintage Red Alligator Jackie O Bag
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, ON
Gucci vintage circa 1970's Jackie O bag purse in red alligator. Goldtone metal hardware, small
Vintage Gucci 1970's Whale Pattern Canvas and Leather Bag
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, ON
Gucci vintage 1970's canvas and leather bag. Novelty whale and G logo design. In very good vintage
Gucci Vintage Dark Navy Small Classic 1970s Jackie Bag
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, Quebec
COLOR: Dark navy MATERIAL: Leather MEASURES: H 7” x L 610” x D 2" DROP: 6” COMES WITH: Dust bag
Gucci Flora Boutique Shoulder Bag Silk Leather Vintage White, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Gucci Boutique vintage shoulder bag Flora model, 1970s, white color in silk and leather with
Gucci Vintage Micro GG Brown Crossbody Camera Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Own a piece of Gucci history with this stylish vintage camera bag! This beautiful Gucci crossbody is crafted from brown GG Micro Monogram canvas and features rich brown leather trim....
$859
H 11.82 in D 3.94 in L 11.42 in
Green fabric handle bag with crocodile pattern Christian Lacroix BAZAR
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Green fabric ( probably rayon ) handle bag with crocodile pattern. Branded wood handle + gold metal chain and eyelet. Black plastic lining and one pocket with zip closure inside. S...
CHANEL black leather 2022 22C DUBAI BEECHWOOD VANITY Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Small Vanity bag in beige beechwood with black leather trims and antique gold-tone hardware. Rare limited edition. Opens with a logo clasp closure and is lined ...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
$1,431Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci Horsebit 1955 Cloth Black Monogram Red Web Large Shoulder bag
By Gucci
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Gucci Horsebit 1955 Cloth Black Monogram Red Web Large Shoulder bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Make a statement with this large Tom F...
Hermès Birkin 25cm Havane Picnic Limited Edition Osier Wicker w PH
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An exceptionally rare and highly collectible creation from the House of Hermès, this Picnic Birkin 25 is a standout limited-edition piece that blends artisanal craftsmanship with pla...
$3,582
H 13 in W 10.24 in L 23.63 in
Keepall 60 Travel bag in leather with LV monogram print Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Keepall 60 Travel bag in leather with LV monogram print. Top zip closure. Brown cotton lining. Name tag in leather with extra short leather belt. No more shoulder-strap. Locker but ...
Fendi Baguette Raffia Straw Beige and Brown Leather Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This exquisite Fendi Mamma Baguette is expertly crafted from premium lambskin leather, providing a luxuriously soft and lightweight feel. The addition of a gold color and sparkling c...
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
NWT's BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Embroidered Evening Beaded Bag Bridal Wedding
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Yellow gold hardware and ornate chain Beige tones Embroidered bag with floral design and clear beads Long fringes with a bead placed at each end NWT's Comes w...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
$1,891Sale Price|20% Off
Céline Large Tartan Pliage Patapan Tote Bag
By Celine
Located in Geneva, CH
Created by Hedi Slimane for Céline in 2021, this tote bag is crafted in a black and red wool tartan fabric. It features a black calfskin leather oversize logo as well as black calfsk...
Avant Garde Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag ca 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Avant garde brutalist mixed metal artisan handbag ca 1970s The unique handmade shoulder bag is adorned with sinuous three dimensional mixed metal work designs on the black leather f...
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
Gucci Diana Mini Black Leather Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
The black leather Gucci Diana Mini Tote features shiny gold detailing. It comes equipped with two decorative straps to help maintain the shape of the handles, as shown in the photo. ...
Louis Vuitton by The French Company Monogram Keepall 45 Weekender
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
From the mid 1970's to early 1990's, Louis Vuitton partnered with a US luggage company to create French Company Louis Vuitton bags. This vintage Duffel Bag in brown coated canvas wit...
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.