Ivory Pavé Pearl Bead Oval Wedding or Evening Clutch Purse, Japan – 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though it would be an eye-catching "something old" wedding accessory, this clutch is enough of a standout to hold its own in any formal setting.
Ivory Pavé Pearl Bead Oval Wedding or Evening Clutch Purse, Japan – 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though it would be an eye-catching "something old" wedding accessory, this clutch is enough of a standout to hold its own in any formal setting.
Judith Leiber Vintage Golden Japanese Obi Silk Embellished Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Judith Leiber Vintage Golden Japanese Obi Silk Embellished Clutch Bag is a stunning statement piece that exudes elegance and craftsmanship.
Norma Kamali Vintage Black Velvet Bird Embroidered Drawstring Bag Clutch
By Norma Kamali
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Norma Kamali drawstring bag, likely made in the 1990s. Crafted in black velvet, this chic evening bag features Norma Kamali’s iconic baroque style bird-an...
rare Bao Bao Issey Miyake Distortion Clutch Bag Platinum Mix Handheld Purse Auth
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Diego, CA
Bao Bao Issey Miyake Distortion Clutch Bag in Platinum Mix Limited Edition made for Japan Make a bold statement with this authentic Issey Miyake Distortion Clutch in the highly cove...
$487Sale Price|25% Off
H 4.5 in L 8 in
1950s White Pearl Bead Encrusted Vintage Bridal Wedding Vintage 50s Clutch Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful midcentury 1950s pearl encrusted clutch ! Features hundreds of hand-sewn pearls and beads throughout.
Iconic Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2003 Japanese Cherry Blossoms Mini Stretch Dress S
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Matching Tom Ford x Gucci Black Bag and Clutch with Japanese Embroidery Flowers Available at Our Store.
Vintage Japanese Floral White Beaded Envelope Clutch
Located in Pahrump, NV
This vintage white beaded envelope clutch has a very simple floral design. It is made in Japan and although vintage shows little signs of wear.
Vintage Japanese Clutch Leather Bag, 1930s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unknown - Leather bag with hand-painting and relief, with a bone fastener representing an elephant, a silk interior, and a tiny mirror. Piece made in Japan from the 1920s/1930s. To b...
A Contemporary 'Chiyoko' clutch bag in vintage Japanese brocade fro
By Mame Huku
Located in London, GB
• Made from precious vintage Japanese brocade from Kyoto. One of only three made. • 29cm long x 14cm high x 2 cm wide • 22ct gold plated Wristlet Chain drop 16cm, fixed to the zip.....
A Contemporary 'Chinatsu' clutch bag in vintage Japanese brocade from Kyoto
By Mame Huku
Located in London, GB
• Made from precious vintage Japanese brocade from Kyoto. One of only three made. • 29cm long x 14cm high x 2 cm wide • 22ct gold plated Wristlet Chain drop 16cm, fixed to the zip.....
Walborg Mod 1960's Orange Beaded Clutch Handbag
By Walborg
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hilde Walborg founded her company in the 1940's and was always in search of the best handmade beading for her designs which found a home with Japanese artisans in the 1960's. This f...
Vintage Clutch Bag with Swan Crystal Decoration
By Mame Huku
Located in London, GB
A pretty evening bag in a pink and gold silk fabric from an old obi belt. The bag has a flapover front with a popper fastening and one internal pouch pocket. It is decorated with a v...
Vintage Grossgrain Clutch Handbag with Lobster Stone decoration.
By Mame Huku
Located in London, GB
A chic evening bag in black grossgrain with a jewelled lobster decoration. The bag has a flap over front with popper fastening, and inside there is one pouch pocket. Width 8 1/2'', h...
Hiroko Koshino Black Crocodile Print Calfskin Leather East West Clutch Bag
By Junko Koshino
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hiroko Koshino Black Crocodile Print Calfskin Leather East West Clutch Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: EXCELLENT Very light scratc...
Exotic Japanese Tooled Leather Clutch / Wallet ca 1960
Located in University City, MO
Exotic Japanese tooled leather clutch / wallet ca 1960 The unique clutch / wallet is decorated with a tooled leather scene illustrated with Japanese iconography; ceremonial figure...
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H 6 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Gump's San Francisco 1930's Japanese Metallic Brocade Clutch, Tiger's Eye Clasp
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in New Hope, PA
This beautiful Japanese silk brocade clutch from the 1930's has a lozenge shaped design in rust, gold, olive green, navy blue, gold and white.
Richere Ivory Beaded Handbag / Clutch Bag Hand Made in Japan circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Richere handbag hand made in Japan, embellished with ivory beads, and with a snap clasp.
Magid Leopard Beaded Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Clutch completely beaded with leopard spots circa 1980s. Intricately detailed with black faille lining and snap closure.
5.5" x 9"
Excellent condition.
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 Japanese Flowers Black Silk Frame Bag Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Japanese Flowers Black Silk Frame Bag Clutch S/S 2003 Collection 100% Silk, Leather Floral Japanese Embroidery in Pink, White, Soft Green, Burgundy.
SchildKraut Bros. Swirls of Silver Evening Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Schildkraut Bros. swirls of silver glass micro bugle beads evening clutch is fully lined with silk. The opening has a snap closing. Evening clutch measures 9" in length, 5" in h...
Unusual Needlepoint Clutch, Jacomo, Paris
By Jacomo
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Needlepoint Clutch in the Japanese taste, mounted by Jacomo ,Paris.
Vintage Black and Gold Clutch Bag made from rare Saga Nishiki Brocade
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage cutch bag in black and gold, made from rare Saga Nishiki brocade The bag has two internal pouch pockets, and a black central clasp. Measurements: Width 10 1/2'',...
1990's GIANNI VERSACE Medusa Greca 3 Way Women's Red Handbag BAG Clutch Sling
By Gianni Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
90s Versace signature greca clutch for Japanese market, extremely rare. Comes with 2 straps to be used 3 ways.
Tiffany Antique Envelope
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Envelope clutch of antique japanese textile remounted by Tiffany NY.
Japanese Bold Brocade Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Japanese gold brocade clutch with a large chrysanthemum on the front flap.
Undercover Gold Leather Gold Bar Clutch
By Undercover
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designed with gold leather, this Undercover creation must be added to your collection. This piece is designed in the shape of a gold bar and features a well-sized interior. This clut...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
Saks Fifth Avenue Vintage Evening Minaudière Polished Resin Clutch Bag
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
A striking vintage evening minaudière created for Saks Fifth Avenue, most likely dating to the late 1960s. Crafted in Italy, the structured case is formed from polished resin designe...
$500
Size: size 4; comparable to size small
Vera Wang Blush Neoclassical Delphos Column Gown with Trailing Ties – S, 2008
By Vera Wang
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown so Neoclassical it looks as if it came right off a Greek statue, with floating sash ties that permit endless styling variations. Neither pink nor peach, this gown is a flatter...
Vintage 1950's Pink Satin Embroidered Scalloped Tiered Tulle Dress UK 6-8 US 2-4
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly spectacular 1950's dress, rendered in a blush pink satin which is embroidered with pink lurex and cream threads in a swirling floral design, set against layers of matching...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Lace up Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine silk dress with stretch from Christian Dior. It has a scoop neck front and back with intricate lacing starting at one shoulder crossing the front and back wrap...
JUDITH LEIBER Green Lizard Skin Wallet with Gold Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber green lizard skin wallet with gold metal clasp. This wallet is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with this lovely wallet...
Vintage Bottega Veneta Black Leather Red Plexiglass Clutch Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
-Rare 1990s Bottega Veneta clutch crafted from the house’s signature Intrecciato woven lambskin in classic black — soft, tactile, and beautifully constructed -Framed in sculptural r...
$5,825
H 7 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in Dm 5 in L 13.5 in
Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Toned Choker Necklace, Enamel, France
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
CHRISTIAN LACROIX's rare, massive, ethnic tribal-inspired four-strand gold-toned choker necklace features links and rings. Both ends are made of deep red studded enamel embellished w...
Mixed Metal
Hermès Sac Cabas Herline Toto PM Black Navy Cotton Canvas Hand Bag Tote Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Toto bag (formerly Herline), small size, in black cotton canvas with navy and black cotton strap. The interior features a large zipped pocket and a silver-tone metal Clou de S...
Christian Dior Saddle Limited edition Russia Anniversary Saddle by John Galliano
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Livingston, NJ
To mark his 10th anniversary at Dior, John Galliano designed 12 limited-edition Saddle Bags, each inspired by a different country’s culture. With only 100 of each style produced, the...
$32,987Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 3.08 in L 9.26 in
Exceptional Hermès Passe Guide Bag Shiny Ebene Porosus Crocodile Ghw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
There's the Kelly, the Birkin, the Constance, and the PASSE-GUIDE Bag ...! To me, the most beautiful Purse Ever! Here is a rare opportunity to get an exceptional Authentic Hermès P...
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...
Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch with elaborate pave crystal frame. Crystals are set into mesh to form the body of clutch, lined in satin. 1930's France.
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower These are professional photos of the actual bag. This Fendi Baguette is made from Raffia material that’s similar to s...
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.