Judith Leiber 1984 Bullfrog Miniaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add this amazing piece to your collection! Circa 1980s, this Judith Leiber frog miniaudiere
Judith Leiber 1984 Bullfrog Miniaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add this amazing piece to your collection! Circa 1980s, this Judith Leiber frog miniaudiere
Judith Leiber Belt Encrusted Double Frog Expandable 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Wallkill, NY
Black Snake Skin Vintage Judith Leiber Belt. Cabochons set Onyx, Amethyst, and Jade stones with
Judith Leiber Snakeskin Handbag with Frog Hardware
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun handbag from Judith Leiber is made out of gray snakeskin and features gold-toned frog hardware
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch Frog Detail
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a gorgeous Judith Leiber clutch with optional chain. The handbag is composed of a striking
Judith Lieber 1980s Leather Wallet With Frog Accents
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slim dressy wallet by accessories queen Judith Lieber. Gathered flap on one side with mini frog
Judith Leiber Pave Crystal Bejeweled Frog Belt
By Judith Leiber
Located in Atlanta, GA
Leap into Spring and Summer wearing a vintage Judith Leiber black lizard skin belt with bejeweled
Judith Leiber Crystal Jeweled Frog Minaudière c 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in University City, MO
Judith Leiber Endearing crystal jeweled minaudiere' evening bag c 1980s The beguiling frog is
1980s Judith Leiber Grey Reptile Effect Clutch with Frogs
By Judith Leiber
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very fun Judith Leiber evening clutch from the 1980s. Frame shape with a dark grey reptile and gold
JUDITH LEIBER Silver Leather Expandable Belt W. Embellished Frog Buckle
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
JUDITH LEIBER Silver Leather Expandable Belt W. Embellished Frog Buckle Materials: snake
Judith Leiber Frog Pillbox, 1984
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Rare 1984 Judith Leiber frog Pillbox with multi color Jade, Amethyst and Onyx stones with a push
Judith Leiber Gold Frog Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
ADORABLE JUDITH LEIBER gold frog minaudiere in excellent condition. Gold frog formed metal
Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Frog Pillbox
By Judith Leiber
Located in Montreal, QC
: Judith Leiber 1981. Pillbox measures approx. 2.25” x 1.75”. Perfect for collectors and animal lovers
Cutest Judith Leiber Green Crystal Frog Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Tustin, CA
Fabulous handmade couture designer, Judith Leiber, crystal Frog minaudiere evening bag or evening
Judith Leiber Black Satin Jeweled Frog Evening Bag c 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in University City, MO
Judith Leiber Opulent black satin jeweled frog evening bag c 1980s The elegant black satin box
Judith Leiber Frog Charm Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Judith Leiber Frog Charm Detail Clutch in Burgundy with Gold Hardware
Judith Leiber Clear Crystal Frog Minaudiere With Gold Hardware.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Offered for sale is this charming Frog minaudiere by Judith Leiber. It is embellished with clear
Dolce & Gabbana Black Silk Lace Corset Bustier Pink Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dolce & Gabbana Bustier, corset We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: This is a beautiful Dolce & Gabbana silk ruched Mauve corset top with black lace...
$11,847Sale Price|54% Off
Size: Italy 40 is EU 36
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Embellished Sheer Evening Long Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A true collector’s piece, this Gianni Versace embellished sheer evening gown from the Fall/Winter 1996 runway collection is one of the most iconic designs from the legendary Italian ...
Christian Dior John Galliano Silk Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Sz 38FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior John Galliano - Vintage Silk Chartreuse Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Size 38FR
1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black beaded and micro-sequined mini dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1996. Dress is labeled a size S. Length is approximately 33" long. Width is very stretch...
Sold|$16,762
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
Revillon Sable Fur Coat for Saks Fifth Avenue
By Revillon Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an absolutely sumptuous natural brown Sable fur coat, by Revillon for Saks Fifth Avenue. This coat has a large notched collar, two front slit pockets, an open front and is ...
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37.5
New Tom Ford's Final Collection for Yves Saint Laurent 2004 YSL Heels Sz 37.5
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford's Final Collection for Yves Saint Laurent The Countess of Albemarle wore these in Beige to Tom Ford's Book Signing Size: 37...
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1995 Virgin & Child by Jean Fouquet Print Slip Mini Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1995 Virgin & Child with Angels by Jean Fouquet Print Sheer Mesh Slip Mini Dress Size M Print seen on Kim Kardashian.
Roberto Cavalli Blue & White Ming Gown Dress with Fur Trim Wrap S/S 2005 Sz 42IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Blue & White Ming Gown Dress with Fur Trim Wrap S/S 2005 Sz 42IT. This dress is marked a 42IT. Measurements not stretched reflect a small but has a lot of s...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat Seen on Look 8 on the Runway in the beige color and on Kim Kardashian in the cropped version. Size IT 42 Condition: great vint...
90s Thierry Mugler Open Heart Back Red Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Miami, FL
Manfred Thierry Mugler was a French fashion designer who began his brand in the 1970s and was known for his avant-garde, architectural, hyperfeminine and theatrical approach. This i...
$595
Size: Small / Medium
1990s Calvin Klein Black Lace Vintage Bodycon Sexy Sheer 90s Crop Top Blouse
By Calvin Klein
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 90s CALVIN KLEIN black lace cropped top shirt ! Features a fine soft lace that stretches to fit. Tailored body, with sleek long sleeves. Looks amazing on! Perfect with s...
Silver & Soft Rose Ballet Pink Huge Tulle Statement Maxi Skirt by Jeff Gallano
By Jeff Gallano
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Jeff Galliano Silver & Rose Pink Huge Tulle Statement Maxi Skirt Size; One Size Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Waist; 28’’ - 34’’ (Stretchy) Length; 38’’ Condition; ...
1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Quite possibly my favorite BOB MACKIE Couture dress EVER! I cannot even begin to describe this beauty! Beautiful emerald green silk with black silk chiffon overlay. Features a conver...
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured in rich, saturated Aubergine crocodile. Rarely produced this exquisite jewel toned beauty is a must have for any Hermes aficionado...
Christian Dior 1970s Fox Fur Coat
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on this breath taking 1970s Christian Dior fox fur coat! The most luxurious and dramatic classic fur coat in an eye catching contrasting brown fur. Beautiful stripes o...
When it comes to handbags, no designer can compete with Judith Leiber’s ability to create magic using opulent crystals and wildly imaginative and playful shapes. The Hungarian-born designer's lauded vintage minaudières (small, decorative handbags, often without handles or a strap) were made in the form of crystal-covered swans, cupcakes, lipstick, wads of cash, teddy bears and other delightful objects.
These dazzling objets d’art have been regularly seen in the hands of First Ladies, movie stars on the red carpet and even in the prestigious collections of institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art. And like many pathbreaking inventions in the history of design, Leiber's purses and minaudières were the result of a happy accident.
In 1967, Leiber began working on her first metal handbag. The piece in question was named the Chatelaine, and the design was a graceful drop-shaped purse in gold-tinted metal. But when the samples came in, Leiber saw that the bottom of the bag looked greenish and discolored as a result of the plating process. She had the ingenious idea of applying crystal rhinestones to the base to cover up the flaws. The fabulous bag was a huge success and would become her trademark.
Born Judith Peto in Budapest, Leiber overcame many hardships before her breakthrough. At the start of World War II, she was working at the Pessl handbag company in Budapest where she quickly climbed the ranks to become a master craftswoman. When the war escalated, she and her Jewish family were forced by the Nazis to live in a cellar of a ghetto, and several of her relatives were killed in concentration camps.
“I designed handbags in my head to get through the misery,” Leiber said.
After the liberation of Budapest, she married Gerson “Gus” Leiber, an American GI, and moved to New York. In 1948, she began working for the fashion house Nettie Rosenstein. One of Leiber's first major pieces was the handbag embroidered with glittering rhinestones and pearls carried by Mamie Eisenhower at the 1953 inaugural ball. In 1963, she finally set up her own company.
Leiber’s whimsical designs embellished with Swarovski crystals and semiprecious stones defied traditional notions of luxury handbags. She also created striking clutches and bags with leather and fine textiles from around the world. In her 65-year career, she designed over 3,500 bags, which have been worn by First Ladies including Nancy Reagan and Laura Bush, pop icons like Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez and celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner (who collects Judith Leiber bags).
In 2005, the Leiber Collection Museum opened in East Hampton, New York, as a permanent space to showcase her work. The minaudières remain coveted objects that are celebrated worldwide for their eclectic beauty and glamorous charm.
The value of a good handbag cannot be overstated — find vintage Judith Leiber shoulder bags, crossbody bags, sunglasses and other fashion accessories today on 1stDibs.