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 Canvas and PVC leather trim, this bag exudes elegance and sophistication.
1980s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Bamboo Clutch Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI evening clutch bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in navy featuring a bamboo top covered with the same leather.
Gucci Vintage Beige Monogram Cosmetic Bag Ophidia Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of vintage luxury with this stunning Gucci Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a perfect blend of elegance and practicality.
$187Sale Price|25% Off
1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI business clutch bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware.
1970s Vintage GUCCI Black Velvet Two-Way Chain Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI two-way chain clutch shoulder bag is crafted of velvet in black featuring gold toned shoulder chain.
$435Sale Price|25% Off
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 calfskin leather in brown featuring a gold-toned GG logo on the front.
$637Sale Price|25% Off
1990s Vintage GUCCI Micro Satin Bamboo Box Clutch Bag Black Mini
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI micro evening box clutch bag is crafted of black satin featuring a massive GG impression on the front and a gold toned bamboo clasp.
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Clutch Bag with Suede Strip and Logo Tab
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Gucci black leather clutch. Flap bag has decorative black suede strip with Gucci logo tab in gold & silver.
$360Sale Price|25% Off
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 with smooth calfskin leather in beige and gold toned hardware.
S/S 2000 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Beaded Evening Clutch Bag NWT
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
S/s 2000 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Beaded Evening Clutch Bag Measurements: 9″ x 6″ Excellent condition Color: Python print Silver metal strap.
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Python Snakeskin 2000s Convertible Clutch Crossbody Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 2000s Y2K Tom Ford for Gucci black python snake skin convertible clutch, crossbody, or shoulder bag.
Vintage 1980s Gucci Monogrammed Canvas Cosmetic Bag/Clutch
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
This vintage navy Gucci canvas cosmetic bag is super chic and versatile.
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H 6.3 in W 7 in D 1.77 in
1980s. Vintage Gucci genuine navy snakeskin clutch bag with floral frames.
By Gucci
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980s. Vintage Gucci genuine navy snakeskin clutch purse with multicolor floral frames kiss-lock closure and golden chains.
Vintage Gucci dark brown suede leather clutch shoulder bag with micro, mini GG
By Gucci
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Vintage Gucci dark brown suede leather clutch shoulder bag with micro, mini GG prints allover.
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...
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Flap Clutch Bag Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A Touch of Vintage Elegance: Gucci Blue Monogram Canvas Clutch Step into the sophistication of a bygone era with this Gucci Vintage Clutch Bag, a stunning piece from the iconic Gucci...
Gucci Vintage Lizard Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Beige vintage lizard skin clutch bag from Gucci featuring a shoulder strap, a gold-tone metal clasp fastening, a brown lining with a zipped interior pocket, a gold-tone printed logo ...
Gucci Vintage Leather Clutch Bag in Brown
By Gucci
Located in Carnate, IT
Gucci Vintage Leather Clutch Bag in Brown Gucci clutch bag.
Gucci Vintage Beige Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage beige monogram canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch.
Gucci Vintage Red Leather Convertible Bag Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci red leather shoulder bag. Gold metal accents.
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Convertible Bag Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A true gem from Gucci's vintage collection, this black leather shoulder bag reflects the house's signature blend of elegance and versatility.
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Convertible Bag Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A true gem from Gucci's vintage collection, this black leather shoulder bag reflects the house's signature blend of elegance and versatility.
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Clutch Bag Wristlet Wrist Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A refined relic from Gucci's golden era, this Vintage Black Leather Wristlet Bag is the kind of piece that carries stories in its stitching.
Giorgio Gucci Vintage Black Leather Clutch Bag Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Giorgio Gucci black leather clutch. It features gold metal hardware, flap with button closure on the front, black leather interior and 1 side open pocket inside.'
Gucci Vintage Monogram Canvas Flap Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage flap cosmetic bag with stripes. Brown monogram canvas with Genuine Leather trim.
Gucci Vintage Red Leather Convertible Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci red leather shoulder bag. Gold metal accents.
Gucci Vintage Black Velvet GG Logo Evening Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Graceful and evocative of vintage sophistication, this Gucci velvet bag is the perfect companion for collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate pieces that whisper luxury with every ...
Gucci Vintage Beige Monogram Canvas Zip Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Charm: Gucci Beige Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Clutch Timelessly chic and effortlessly functional, this Gucci Vintage Cosmetic Bag Clutch is a beautiful nod to the brand's golde...
Gucci Vintage Beige Brown Leather Cosmetic Bag Clutch Pouch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of vintage luxury with this stunning Gucci Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a perfect blend of elegance and practicality.
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Ophidia Medium Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of vintage luxury with this stunning Gucci Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a perfect blend of elegance and practicality.
Gucci Vintage Beige Monogram Cosmetic Bag Ophidia Medium Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of vintage luxury with this stunning Gucci Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a perfect blend of elegance and practicality.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes.
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Web Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Elevate your accessory game with this stunning Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a true testament to the brand's iconic craftsmanship.
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Web Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Elevate your accessory game with this stunning Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a true testament to the brand's iconic craftsmanship.
Gucci Vintage Black Monogram Canvas Clutch Bag Pochette Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A true testament to Gucci's vintage elegance, this black monogram canvas clutch pochette hails from Italy in the 1970s, a decade celebrated for sophisticated, statement-making access...
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes.
Gucci Vintage Blue Leather GG Blondie Clutch Bag Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Designed for women, made in Italy, and dating from 1980-1989, this clutch carries authentic vintage character, complete with its serial reference and embossed "Made in Italy by Gucci...
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Web Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes.
Gucci Vintage Beige Cream Leather Horsebit Clutch Pochette Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage beige leather Horsebit clutch bag.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes.
Gucci Vintage White Leather Clutch/Shoulder Bag, Circa 1980
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage white leather clutch or shoulder bag by Gucci, from the 1980's.
Gucci Vintage Beige Monogram Canvas Flap Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage flap cosmetic bag with stripes. Beige monogram canvas with Brown genuine Leather trim.
Gucci Vintage Red Leather Wristlet Clutch Bag Handbag Purse
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This Gucci Vintage Red Leather Wristlet Clutch Bag is a true example of Italian craftsmanship and classic 1980s glamour.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Flap Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage flap cosmetic bag with stripes. Blue/Red/Blue web loop detailing on the front.
Gucci Vintage Monogram Canvas Ophidia Clutch Wash Cosmetic Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Rooted in the golden age of luxury travel, this Gucci beauty case carries the spirit of the early 20th century when fine luggage defined sophistication and adventure. Part of the dis...
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H 6 in D 3.25 in L 13.25 in
Gucci Lizard Skin Bag Exotic Reptile Clutch Shoulder Crossbody Bag Vintage Rare
By Gucci
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage, authentic Gucci clutch, shoulder or crossbody bag, likely made in the 1980s.
Gucci Vintage Beige Monogram Cosmetic Bag Ophidia Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of vintage luxury with this stunning Gucci Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a perfect blend of elegance and practicality.
Gucci Vintage Brown Canvas Leather Ring Clasp Purse Clutch bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This Gucci Vintage Brown Canvas Leather Ring Clasp Purse Clutch Bag is a true icon of 1980s Italian style, blending structured elegance with unmistakable Gucci character.
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Cosmetic Bag Clutch Web with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This Gucci Vintage Cosmetic Bag Clutch captures that spirit effortlessly.
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Cosmetic Bag Clutch Web with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This Gucci Vintage Cosmetic Bag Clutch captures that spirit effortlessly.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Cosmetic Bag Zip Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A timeless nod to Gucci's heritage, this Vintage Gucci Monogram Zip Cosmetic Bag Clutch effortlessly combines style and function.
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Channeling the understated glamour of a bygone era, this vintage Gucci cosmetic bag clutch is a beautifully preserved piece from the Gucci Parfums line.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Cosmetic Bag Large Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A timeless nod to Gucci's heritage, this Vintage Gucci Monogram Cosmetic Bag Clutch effortlessly combines style and function.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Cosmetic Bag Large Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A timeless nod to Gucci's heritage, this Vintage Gucci Monogram Cosmetic Bag Clutch effortlessly combines style and function.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Cosmetic Bag Large Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A timeless nod to Gucci's heritage, this Vintage Gucci Monogram Cosmetic Bag Clutch effortlessly combines style and function.
Gucci Vintage Black Canvas Clutch Evening Bag with GG Logo
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage black clutch evening bag. Gold metal hardware.
Gucci Vintage Tan Brown Leather Wrist Bag Clutch Pochette Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A refined vintage gem from the 90s, this Gucci Vintage Brown Leather Wrist Bag Clutch Pochette Handbag showcases the timeless elegance and structured design that made the Lady Lock l...
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 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 Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Small Clutch Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Small Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes.
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Cosmetic Bag Clutch Web with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Brown Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripe.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Web Cosmetic Flap Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Bag Clutch.
Gucci Vintage Brown Leather GG Blondie Clutch Bag Flap Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This Gucci Vintage Brown Leather GG Blondie Clutch Bag was crafted in Italy during the 1980s and it reflects Gucci's refined aesthetic of the era-clean lines, understated luxury, and...
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Ophidia Flap Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A true classic from the golden age of Gucci, this vintage flap cosmetic bag from Gucci is both functional and iconic.
Gucci Vintage Blue Monogram Canvas Web Flap Cosmetic Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A true classic from the golden age of Gucci, this vintage flap cosmetic bag from Gucci is both functional and iconic.
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede Flap Cosmetic Bag Clutch with Stripes
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
A charming piece of vintage luxury, this Gucci flap cosmetic bag brings together timeless design and functional elegance.
Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red jersey dress from Celine. It has a wide V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves and a wrapped ruched bodice. The dress is semi fitted through to the hips then falls straight ...
Purple wool double-breasted jacket Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple wool double-breasted jacket. The fabric composition tag has been cut but the lining is probably in acetate. Snap closure on the waist under the silver metal buckle. Cut-work. ...
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 ...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
S/S 1995 Donna Karan Beige Stretch Bodycon Panel Slip Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This beige slip dress from Donna Karan's Spring/Summer 1995 collection features a stretch bodycon fit with panel detailing at the bust. The dress is complete with thin shoulder strap...
Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket and integrated purse. Measuremen...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
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....
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 ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram High Rise Bumbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Louis Vuitton Monogram High Rise Bumbag. This belt bag is crafted of Louis Vuitton monogram coated canvas features leather accents including zipper tape and a removable luggage ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
$443
H 5.5 in W 1.5 in L 9 in
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
Gucci Vintage 1955 Metallic Purple Lizard Clutch
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci 1955 metallic purple lizard clutch - collectors item. Features signature horsebit detailing, lizard leather skin, detachable chain strap with Gucci branded magnetic closure an...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Crossbody Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI crossbody bag is crafted of textured nubuck leather trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in black featuring a gold-toned horse-bit logo on the front. Front flap ma...
Alexander McQueen Fall 2005 Ready to Wear skirt
Located in Carnate, IT
Alexander McQueen Fall 2005 Ready to Wear skirt. Beige-tone tartan with fringe hem, size 44, zip closure at the back, waist 42 cm, hips 50 cm, length 95 cm, 100% wool
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.