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20th Century Belgian Clutches
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches
Late 20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières
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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
Early 2000s French Tote Bags
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
2010s Italian Tote Bags
21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
1990s Italian Shoulder Bags
Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags
Early 2000s Top Handle Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
2010s Shoulder Bags
1920s French Novelty Bags
Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags
Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags
1970s German Top Handle Bags
1970s Italian Top Handle Bags
2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
1890s European Evening Bags and Minaudières
Late 20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières
1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières
2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Late 20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
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Finding the Right handbags-purses-bags for You
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.
- How is a Lucite purse made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Lucite is a high-end version of acrylic. Shaping acrylic simply requires heating up the material and then bending or molding it. Once lucite or acrylic cools, it then holds its shape and is rigid and durable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic lucite handbags from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Purses were originally made for men. Although we now largely equate handbags with women's apparel and accessories, purses have been practical accessories since hunter-gatherers wandered the earth carrying foraged fruits and nuts in simple handmade pouches marked with a scratch or two to denote ownership. In Ancient Egypt, pouches were worn by men around their waists. During the 16th century, men proudly proclaimed their wealth with coin pouches hanging from their belts, while women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Later, purses became more commonly carried by women than men. Find a variety of handbags on 1stDibs.
- Are Gucci purses made in China?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Gucci handbags are not made in China — according to Gucci, their purses are 100 percent made in Italy. If you see Gucci purses stamped “Made in China,” they’re not authentic. Find an assortment of vintage and contemporary Gucci bags from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are Breguet watches hand made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Partially. Breguet watches are crafted both by hand and by machine. The process is unique to each kind of watch, though much of the finishing of each timepiece is done by hand by Swiss-bases artisans. Browse a collection of authentic Breguet watches on 1stDibs.
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