Judith Leiber Silver Minaudière Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Silver Minaudière Evening Bag Of elegant oval form, this minaudière is rendered in a luminous silver finish with silver-toned hardware and frame, crowned by a faux ony...
Judith Leiber Silver Bullfrog Miniaudiere, 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
No need to kiss anymore frogs- your price charming has arrived (in bag form, that is!) Add some novelty to your evening looks with our amazing 1980s Judith Leiber silver bullfrog bag!
Judith Leiber Silver Snakeskin Deco Motif Evening Clutch Bag, 2000s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the renowned handbag designer - Judith Leiber's stunning silver snakeskin evening bag.
Early Judith Leiber Pave Owl Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Early and unusual Judith Leiber Pave Shoulder Bag in silver kid leather with applied 3-D bombe, pave owl heads.
Judith Leiber Black and Silver Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black and Silver Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch in excellent condition.
Judith Leiber Silver Multi Color Crystal Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Bala Cynwyd, PA
This Judith Leiber bag is covered in multi-colored rhinestones to make a beautiful wave pattern. This versatile evening bag will match any cocktail dress and hold all your formal eve...
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H 3.25 in W 1.75 in L 4.75 in
Judith Leiber Evening Bag Fullbead Crystal Chain 10mz1012 Silver Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Measurements: Length: 4.75" Width: 1.75" Height: 3.25" Shoulder strap drop: 9" OVERALL EXCELLENT+ CONDITION ( 9.5/10 or A+ ) Includes Box and Pouch Retail $1995 Signs of Wear: Exter...
New JUDITH LEIBER Concha minaudiere with semi-precious clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Palm Beach, FL
JUDITH LEIBER silver Concha clutch bag. Ridged 1/2 oval silhouette.
JUDITH LEIBER silver crystal encrusted metal clasp chained minaudiere clutch bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JUDITH LEIBER silver crystal encrusted metal clasp chained minaudiere clutch bag Reference: JHDN/A00114 Brand: Judith Leiber Material: Metal Color: Clear, Silver Pattern: Solid Closu...
Judith Leiber Silver, Red, Swarovski Crystal Ball Minaudiere, Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Vintage Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Ball Minaudiere, Evening Bag This dazzling silver Swarovski ball evening bag is accented in red crystals and detailed with clear crystals on ...
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Judith Leiber Black and Silver Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black and Silver Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch in excellent condition.
Judith Leiber Wine & Back Snakeskin Mini Clutch Shoulder Bag Silver Hardware
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber wine & black snakeskin mini clutch or shoulder bag with silver hardware.
Vintage Judith Leiber Metallic Silver Leather Black Onyx Clap Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A vintage Judith Leiber silver metallic leather evening bag.
Judith Leiber Silver Swarovski Crystal Stripe Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Judith Leiber Silver Swarovski Crystal Stripe Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch in excellent condition.
Judith Leiber 35th Anniversary Chatelaine Sterling Silver Sapphire Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber 35th Anniversary chatelaine sterling silver evening bag set with a 5 carat natural sapphire cabochon clasp.
Judith Leiber Silver Karung Leather Gold Clasp Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber siver karung leather evening bag shoulder bag, with all the accessories.
Judith Leiber silver satin & Swarovski crystal two tier minaudiere evening bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber silver satin & Swarovski crystal two tier minaudiere evening bag...
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H 3 in W 5 in D 2.5 in L 23 in
Judith Leiber Floral & Insect Oval Silver Crystal Minaudière Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Minaudières are a useful piece of art. This purse is silver toned metal oval box clutch from Judith Leiber Vintage features a floral design that includes a flower, le...
Judith Leiber Gold & Silver Swarovski Crystal Minaudière Evening Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Studio City, CA
A circa 1990's Judith Leiber gold & silver/white bejeweled Swarovski crystal minaudière with gold tone metal envelope-shaped box form and curved/scalloped edges. Features a gold leat...
Judith Leiber Couture Black Rhinestone Silver Metal Evening Bag 2016
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Couture black rhinestone, crystal rhinestone and silver metal chain handle, silver metal frame evening bag from 2016, original price $3495.
Judith Leiber Red Satin and Silver Crystal Evening Bag with Silver Hardware
By Judith Leiber
Located in Dallas, TX
Judith Leiber Red Satin & Silver Crystal Evening Bag with Silver Hardware - .
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Antique Silver Crystal Rose Quartz Shoulder Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Antique Silver Crystal Rose Quartz Shoulder Bag in excellent condition. black lizard leather exterior trimmed with antiqued silver hardware, swarovski crys...
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H 4 in D 1.5 in L 9 in
Judith Leiber Black Crocodile Clutch/ Evening Bag w/ Silver Hardware -rt. $5, 000
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Black Crocodile Clutch W/Silver Hardware - Rt. $5,000 Made in Italy Model #M31823J2 Materials: crocodile, silver leather interior, silvertone metal, rhinestone...
Judith Leiber Rhinestone Floral Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add some glitz to your evening bag collection with our amazing bedazzled Judith Leiber bag!
Judith Leiber Black Grey and Silver Rhinestone Egg Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber clutch Black, grey, and silver rhinestones in a floral design Black and silver snap closure Black trim around the egg Silver chain strap that can be stored inside ...
Judith Leiber silver sunburst hardside evening clutch or shoulder bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber silver sunburst hardside evening clutch or shoulder bag...Beautiful bag with jewel silver chain handle strap, press to open blue stone set top...Interior lined in silve...
Judith Leiber Silver Lizard Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Malibu, CA
Judith Leiber Silver Lizard Clutch- excellent condition other than a small pen mark on the interior lining.
Judith Leiber Silver & Rhinestone Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Early Judith Leiber silver leather evening purse with small rhinestones embedded in the front flap.
Vintage JUDITH LEIBER Chatelaine Minaudiere Evening Bag in Silver
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
This is an authentic silver metal Vintage JUDITH LEIBER Chatelaine Minaudiere Evening Bag in Silver- NEW.
Judith Leiber Silver Grey Satin Bag Swarovski Crystal Accent
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York City, NY
Judith Leiber vintage silver grey satin evening bag with silver hardware and cylindrical Swarovski crystals on chain strap.
Judith Leiber Black, Gold & Silver Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber full bead black, gold & silver crystal oval minaudiere evening bag.
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H 4.6 in W 6.1 in D 2.4 in
Judith Leiber Vintage Black 007James Bond Snakeskin Silver Crystal Crossbody Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Pasadena, CA
Judith Leiber Vintage Black 007James Bond Snakeskin Silver Crystal Crossbody Bag *Marked Judith Leiber *Made in Italy *Comes with original box, dustbag, comb and mirror, in a comple...
Judith Leiber Black exotic skin Evening Bag/ Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Very pretty and perfect size for all your necessities . Vintage Judith Leiber black exotic skins bag. . Silver tone hardware.
Judith Leiber Crystal Flower Minaudiere Evening Bag - New
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York City, NY
Judith Leiber minaudiere evening bag of silver, bronze and gray inlaid rope chain flower design, silver hardware, and Swarovski crystal chain and bronze grosgrain leather interior.
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H 5 in W 6 in D 2.5 in
Judith Leiber NEW Silver Metallic Gem Snake Kelly Top Handle Evening Bag in Box
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Makes the perfect gift for the woman who loves Judith Leiber. Python Silver tone hardware Gem embellishments Satin lining Push lock closure Handle drop ...
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H 3.75 in W 7 in D 2 in
Judith Leiber Silver Tone Swarovski Minaudiere Evening Bag W/ Gold Tone Trim
By Judith Leiber
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber clear silver tone Swarovski crystal Minaudiere evening bag classic clutch is in excellent condition.
Judith Leiber Gold Tone Metal and Crystal Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Judith Leiber silver Swarovski crystal clutch bag is lined in gold tone leather.
Judith Leiber Silver Python Print Leather Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber stunning hard rectangular case clutch style evening bag.
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Judith Leiber Silver Metal Clutch/Shoulder Bag With Silver Hardware.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Ofered for sale is this Judith Leiber Clutch/Shoulder bag in all metal with an onyx cabochon on both side.
JUDITH LEIBER Silver Framed Red Crystal Minaudiere Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Westlake Village, CA
JUDITH LEIBER Silver Framed Red Crystal Minaudiere Clutch Bag New with Tag Retail: $ 1,395.00 Exhibit flawless hand-craftsmanship with this authentic Judith Leiber red crystal s...
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H 4.5 in W 5.5 in D 2.25 in
Judith Leiber Full Bead Silver & Red Crystal Miser's Bag Minaudiere Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
The Miser's Bag is a classic shape from Judith Leiber, and this one, done on a gold ground with silver, red, green, purple and black crystals creating a stunning stylized floral bouq...
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H 5.5 in W 3.25 in L 4 in
Judith Leiber Couture Silver Rhinestone Polar Bear Chain Strap Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
Judith Leiber Couture silver polar bear clutch adorned with rhinestone crystals.
Judith Leiber Full Bead Black & Silver Crystal Piebald Pig Minaudiere Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Cute and quirky, this pig minaudiere is a great way to add a fun monochrome piece to a look, and also makes the perfect collectors piece for Judith Leiber habitués. This minaudiere i...
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H 3 in W 4 in D 3 in
Judith Leiber Full Bead Silver & Multicolor Crystal Polkadot Pig Minaudiere Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Cute and quirky, this pig minaudiere is a great way to add something fun & sweet into your daily ensemble. This minaudiere is done in silver crystals, accented with numerous dots of...
Judith Leiber Red Satin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Roslyn, NY
Red satin Judith Leiber evening bag enhanced by silver-tone hardware and a rhinestone encrusted kiss closure clasp.
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
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 ...
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace RUNWAY dress with bustle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lace dress was documented on the runwa...
Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...
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.
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.