Skip to main content

Horn Handle Bag

Ralph Lauren 2000 Turquoise Python Shoulder Bag With Horn Top Handle
Ralph Lauren 2000 Turquoise Python Shoulder Bag With Horn Top Handle

Ralph Lauren 2000 Turquoise Python Shoulder Bag With Horn Top Handle

By Ralph Lauren

Located in North Miami, FL

This ultra gorgeous and chic Ralph Lauren turquoise python arm and shoulder bag has a top handle made out of horn. The handle is embellished with small silver studs and silver hardwa...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Balmain pink patent leather white horn handle shoulder bag
Balmain pink patent leather white horn handle shoulder bag

Balmain pink patent leather white horn handle shoulder bag

By Balmain

Located in Capri, IT

Balmain pink patent leather white horn handle shoulder bag handle can be removed and replaced with a silver tone chain shoulder strap

Category

1990s Hobo Bags

Recent Sales

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2004 Zebra print Pony fur & Horn Bag
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2004 Zebra print Pony fur & Horn Bag

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2004 Zebra print Pony fur & Horn Bag

By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent at Paris Fashion Week Spring 2004 Zebra print pony fur bag Horn handle with YSL engraved hardware Silk and silk velvet lining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

2004 Saint Laurent “Saint Tropez” Horn-Handle Bag
2004 Saint Laurent “Saint Tropez” Horn-Handle Bag

2004 Saint Laurent “Saint Tropez” Horn-Handle Bag

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The Saint Laurent “Saint Tropez” bag from 2004 is a standout piece from the brand’s early-2000s era, when Yves Saint Laurent explored bold silhouettes, soft leathers, and sculptural ...

Category

Early 2000s Hobo Bags

Yves Saint Laurent  Vintage F/W 2002 Mombasa Horn Handle Beige Bag
Yves Saint Laurent  Vintage F/W 2002 Mombasa Horn Handle Beige Bag

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage F/W 2002 Mombasa Horn Handle Beige Bag

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in London, GB

Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2002 Mombasa bag. Features pleated beige leather, horn handle with silver hardware, folded adjustable leather beneath the handle a...

Category

Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Canvas Deer Horn Mombasa Bag Orange Large
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Canvas Deer Horn Mombasa Bag Orange Large

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Canvas Deer Horn Mombasa Bag Orange Large

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Bangkok, TH

This iconic Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa hand bag from the 2000's Tom Ford era is crafted of canvas in orange and dark brown leather features a deer horn handle.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Mini Mombasa horn handle red leather top handle bag
rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Mini Mombasa horn handle red leather top handle bag

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Mini Mombasa horn handle red leather top handle bag

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Mini Mombasa horn handle red leather top handle bag Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Model: Mombasa Material: Leather Color: Red Pattern: Solid Closure: Magnet Extra...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

2000's Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag with Sculptural Horn Handle
2000's Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag with Sculptural Horn Handle

2000's Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag with Sculptural Horn Handle

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Characterized by a soft, slouchy hobo silhouette, the bag is distinguished by its unmistakable horn-inspired handle with ornate metal detailing—an emblem of the Tom Ford era at Yves ...

Category

Early 2000s Hobo Bags

vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Mombasa horn handle red leather shoulder hobo bag
vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Mombasa horn handle red leather shoulder hobo bag

vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Mombasa horn handle red leather shoulder hobo bag

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Mombasa horn handle red leather shoulder hobo bag Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Model Name / Style: Mombasa Material: Leather Color: Red Pattern: Solid Closure...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

YSL by Tom Ford Mombasa Bag in Black Leather with Metal Horn Handle Large Size
YSL by Tom Ford Mombasa Bag in Black Leather with Metal Horn Handle Large Size

YSL by Tom Ford Mombasa Bag in Black Leather with Metal Horn Handle Large Size

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in London, GB

YVES SAINT LAURENT BY TOM FORD MOMBASA BAG IN BLACK LEATHER WITH METAL HORN HANDLE LARGE SIZE Iconic YSL by Tom Ford Mombasa bag in large size from early 2000’s collection.

Category

Early 2000s Structured Shoulder Bags

Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa Brown Leather Handbag
Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa Brown Leather Handbag

Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa Brown Leather Handbag

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This classic brown leather shoulder bag takes a bold step with its show-stopping wooden horn handle adorned with silver-tone accents.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Vintage Mombasa green ostrich handle hobo bag
rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Vintage Mombasa green ostrich handle hobo bag

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Vintage Mombasa green ostrich handle hobo bag

By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

However, there are some storage scuff marks visible on the distinct horn handle, and a few minor stains are present on the front of the bag.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Vintage Mombasa purple ostrich handle hobo bag
rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Vintage Mombasa purple ostrich handle hobo bag

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Vintage Mombasa purple ostrich handle hobo bag

By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Vintage Mombasa purple ostrich horn handle hobo bag Reference: MECG/A00229 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Tom Ford Model: Mombasa Hobo Material:...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Brown Leather Mombasa Bag
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Brown Leather Mombasa Bag

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Brown Leather Mombasa Bag

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in London, GB

A chic YSL chestnut brown leather mobassa hobo bag , with a horn handle and adjsutable strap The bag has a popper fastening and internal zip pocket.

Category

1970s Italian Shoulder Bags

Yves St Laurent Rive Gauche Mombasa horn handle bag in wine leather YSL
Yves St Laurent Rive Gauche Mombasa horn handle bag in wine leather YSL

Yves St Laurent Rive Gauche Mombasa horn handle bag in wine leather YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Yves St Laurent Rive Gauche Mombasa horn handle bag in wine leather YSL...Deep wine textured leather bag with horn handle that is mounted with a plate of antiqued silver metal, adjus...

Category

1990s French Top Handle Bags

YVES Saint Laurent Vintage Leather Horn Handle Shoulder Bag
YVES Saint Laurent Vintage Leather Horn Handle Shoulder Bag

YVES Saint Laurent Vintage Leather Horn Handle Shoulder Bag

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa Small Shoulder Bag in dark brown calfskin leather with horn handle, featuring silver-tone hardware, an adjustable single shoulder strap, studded flap with ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Vintage 31 FEVRIER PARIS Horn Top Handle Suede Vanity Bag
Vintage 31 FEVRIER PARIS Horn Top Handle Suede Vanity Bag

Vintage 31 FEVRIER PARIS Horn Top Handle Suede Vanity Bag

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 31 FEVRIER PARIS Horn Top Handle Suede Vanity Bag Measurements: Total Height: 9.52 inches (24.2 cm) including handle Bag Height: 5.98 inches (15.2 cm) without handle Width: ...

Category

1990s American Top Handle Bags

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Suede Mombasa Horn Bag
Yves Saint Laurent Brown Suede Mombasa Horn Bag

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Suede Mombasa Horn Bag

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Suede Mombasa Horn Bag Made In: Italy Color: Brown Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Suede Lining: Brown textile Closure/Opening: Center single snap cl...

Category

20th Century Italian Top Handle Bags

2000s Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Tan Leather Horn Mombassa Shoulder Bag
2000s Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Tan Leather Horn Mombassa Shoulder Bag

2000s Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Tan Leather Horn Mombassa Shoulder Bag

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Crafted from shiny tan aniline leather, this small shoulder bag features a round shape and is made complete with a metal accented horn handle.

Category

Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Yves Saint Laurent By Tom Ford Mombasa Leather Bag
Yves Saint Laurent By Tom Ford Mombasa Leather Bag

Yves Saint Laurent By Tom Ford Mombasa Leather Bag

By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Geneva, CH

Constructed in natural brown leather and featuring the “Mombasa” signature horn handle with silver hardware, this bag is in very good pre-owned condition.

Category

Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

YVES SAINT LAURENT by TOM FORD Pink Leather Horn Handle Mombasa Shoulder Bag
YVES SAINT LAURENT by TOM FORD Pink Leather Horn Handle Mombasa Shoulder Bag

YVES SAINT LAURENT by TOM FORD Pink Leather Horn Handle Mombasa Shoulder Bag

By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fabulous YVES SAINT LAURENT "Mombasa" shoulder bag by TOM FORD. This rare and iconic style comes in a light peachy pink leather and features four paneled construction, belt and loop ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Yves Saint Laurent YSL St. Tropez Mombasa Ruffled Bag w/Horn Handles rt. $1, 495
Yves Saint Laurent YSL St. Tropez Mombasa Ruffled Bag w/Horn Handles rt. $1, 495

Yves Saint Laurent YSL St. Tropez Mombasa Ruffled Bag w/Horn Handles rt. $1, 495

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Tropez Mombasa Ruffled Bag w/Horn Handles Made In: Paris Color: Tan Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Leather Lining: Suede Closure/Opening: Snap Interior Pockets: Side zipper Exterior ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent black Leather Mombasa Bag
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent black Leather Mombasa Bag

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent black Leather Mombasa Bag

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in London, GB

A chic YSL black leather mombasa hobo bag , with a horn handle and adjustable strap The bag has a popper fastening and internal zip pocket.

Category

2010s French Hobo Bags

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Mombassa Horn Handled Bag
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Mombassa Horn Handled Bag

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Mombassa Horn Handled Bag

By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Chicago, IL

Tan leather is accented with a horn and silvered handle that adds a 5 inch drop.

Category

1990s French Top Handle Bags

YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT Leather Mombasa Horn Bag
YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT Leather Mombasa Horn Bag

YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT Leather Mombasa Horn Bag

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Milan, Italy

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent cream leather Mombasa bag with silver encrusted horn handle, leather belted trim, suede lining, one interior zip pocket with embossed logo, and magnetic to...

Category

1990s French Top Handle Bags

Burberry Red Leather And Haymarket Check Canvas Horn Toggle Shoulder Bag
Burberry Red Leather And Haymarket Check Canvas Horn Toggle Shoulder Bag

Burberry Red Leather And Haymarket Check Canvas Horn Toggle Shoulder Bag

By Burberry

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This shoulder bag from Burberry is a classy masterpiece. This bag is created using red leather and the signature Haymarket Check canvas on the exterior with a horn toggle motif attac...

Category

2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Yves St. Laurent Limited Edition Mambasa Bag With Horn Handle.  Never Used.
Yves St. Laurent Limited Edition Mambasa Bag With Horn Handle.  Never Used.

Yves St. Laurent Limited Edition Mambasa Bag With Horn Handle. Never Used.

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Delray Beach, FL

This is a unique edition of YSL's Rive Gauche Mambasa Bags. This Fabric bag with leather leaves and horn handle is available for sale.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2004 Zebra print Pony fur & Horn Bag
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2004 Zebra print Pony fur & Horn Bag

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2004 Zebra print Pony fur & Horn Bag

By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent at Paris Fashion Week Spring 2004 Zebra print pony fur bag Horn handle with YSL engraved hardware Silk and silk velvet lining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

People Also Browsed

Hermes Birkin 35 Vermillion Bag Gold Hardware Togo Leather
Hermes Birkin 35 Vermillion Bag Gold Hardware Togo Leather

Hermes Birkin 35 Vermillion Bag Gold Hardware Togo Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in Vermillion. Unique warm red tone - is lush with gold hardware. Togo leather is scratch resistant. NEW or NEVER WORN. Comes with...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin 35 Plomb Limited Edition Bag Togo Gold Hardware
Hermes Birkin 35 Plomb Limited Edition Bag Togo Gold Hardware

Hermes Birkin 35 Plomb Limited Edition Bag Togo Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in rare limited edition Plomb (Off Black). SO chic! Simply a perfect neutral bag that is just shy of the Black which reveals as ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38

Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Gucci Black Stretch Dress F/W 2002 Collection Designer size - 38 Deep V-neck style, Black satin trim, Removable tie, Very stretch. Made in Italy Excellent new condition....

Category

Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gucci by Tom Ford black satin cone bra corset bustier, ss 2001
Gucci by Tom Ford black satin cone bra corset bustier, ss 2001

Gucci by Tom Ford black satin cone bra corset bustier, ss 2001

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in London, GB

Gucci by Tom Ford, black satin corset bustier with cone bra style structured bust, internal boning and zip fastening. Spring-Summer 2001

Category

1990s Italian Corsets

Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994
Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994

Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit comprising: button up shirt with embroidered orb, and high waisted mini skirt. Spring-Summer 1994

Category

1990s British Skirt Suits

Amazing Chanel Metallic Fantasy Tweed Sequin Trimmed Jacket Blazer
Amazing Chanel Metallic Fantasy Tweed Sequin Trimmed Jacket Blazer

Amazing Chanel Metallic Fantasy Tweed Sequin Trimmed Jacket Blazer

By Chanel

Located in Switzerland, CH

Beautiful CHANEL fantasy tweed jacket designed by Karl Lagerfeld A true CHANEL signature item that will last you for many years Closes in front with concealed hooks Amazing metallic ...

Category

Early 2000s French Blazers

Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress

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...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

NWT Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Lace Patent Leather Ankle Boots It. 38 US 8
NWT Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Lace Patent Leather Ankle Boots It. 38 US 8

NWT Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Lace Patent Leather Ankle Boots It. 38 US 8

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Roberto Cavalli Black Lace Patent Leather Ankle Boots Italian size 38 - US 8 2008 Collection A little lace goes a long way, so make these Roberto Cavalli boots your nod to one of...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Ankle Boots

Celine Black Python Skin Evening Clutch Bag with Zip Closure, New
Celine Black Python Skin Evening Clutch Bag with Zip Closure, New

Celine Black Python Skin Evening Clutch Bag with Zip Closure, New

By Celine

Located in London, GB

This black python skin evening clutch from Céline features an all around zip fastening, a snap button closure, internal zipped pockets and an embossed internal logo stamp. Colour:...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

DSquared2 Early 2000s Lipstick Red Wool Sleeveless Cardigan Sweater Vest Top
DSquared2 Early 2000s Lipstick Red Wool Sleeveless Cardigan Sweater Vest Top

DSquared2 Early 2000s Lipstick Red Wool Sleeveless Cardigan Sweater Vest Top

By Dsquared2

Located in San Diego, CA

The perfect early 2000s DSQUARED2 lipstick red sleeveless wool sweater cardigan vest! Full metal zipper up the front offers the option to wear fully zipped up, partially, or opened. ...

Category

2010s Italian Cardigans

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002; “Supercalifragilistic” Style...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Pencil Skirts

GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Pale Yellow Floral Cardigan Top Set
GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Pale Yellow Floral Cardigan Top Set

GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Pale Yellow Floral Cardigan Top Set

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

Givenchy Couture S/S 1998 designed by Alexander McQueen pale yellow cardigan tank top set. Pale yellow and metallic floral embroidered knit. Eight center front button closures. Round...

Category

1990s Italian Twin Sets

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress

By Tom Ford

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress IT 42 Gucci dress with tiered accents, square neckline and concealed zip closure at side.

Category

Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 Vintage Leather Cutout Wrap Top
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 Vintage Leather Cutout Wrap Top

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 Vintage Leather Cutout Wrap Top

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 Vintage Leather Cutout Wrap Top FR 40 Azzedine Alaia vintage leather wrap bra top featuring wraparound design, belted at the waist for an adjustable fit. Al...

Category

1990s Shirts

RUDI GERNREICH Harmon Knitwear c.1960's 2pc Raised Knit Stripe Sweater Skirt Set
RUDI GERNREICH Harmon Knitwear c.1960's 2pc Raised Knit Stripe Sweater Skirt Set

RUDI GERNREICH Harmon Knitwear c.1960's 2pc Raised Knit Stripe Sweater Skirt Set

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Thiensville, WI

RUDI GERNREICH Harmon Knitwear c.1960's 2pc Raised Knit Solid / Stripe Sweater Skirt Set Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Rudi Gernreich for Harmon Knitwear Designer: Rudi Gernreich Style: ...

Category

1960s Skirt Suits

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Horn Handle Bag", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Horn Handle Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary horn handle bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have beige, red and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect horn handle bag among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent and Hermès are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Horn Handle Bag?

The price for a horn handle bag starts at $387 and tops out at $7,595, and on average, selling for $880.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses 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 bagBirkin, 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.