Avant Garde Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag ca 1970s
Located in University City, MO
The black leather shoulder strap can be concealed within the interior converting it to a edgy unique clutch style purse Makes a very unique one of a kind accessory The interior...
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Unique Art Deco Clutch
Located in Verviers, BE
Unique Very Stylish Art Deco Vintage Crocodile Clutch, brown color. Gold hardware finishing. Synthetic brown Lining. Very good vintage condition. Size : 20 x 17 x 4.5 cm – 7.9 x 6.7...
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Unique & stylish python/snake 80s clutch/bag
Located in Verviers, BE
Unique & very stylish pyhton, snake and box calf leather clutch/bag. With shoulder strap. Size : 32 x 18 x 7 cm - 12.6 x 7 x 2.7 in. Length : 43 cm - 17 in. Very good conditi...
Dolce & Gabbana - Unique Snakeskin and Moire Clutch Bag DOLCE BOX Pink
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Erkrath, DE
- Unique handmade snakeskin and moire clutch / shoulder bag DOLCE BOX with decorative padlock by DOLCE & GABBANA - RUNWAY - Dolce & Gabbana Fashion Show - New with Tag, Dustbag, Auth...
Dolce & Gabbana Unique Jeweled Studded Snakeskin Clutch Bag DOLCE BOX Gold
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Erkrath, DE
- Unique handmade snakeskin clutch / shoulder bag DOLCE BOX with massive floral crystals applications, studs and decorative padlock by DOLCE & GABBANA - New with Tag, Dustbag, Authen...
Gorgeous unique & collectable evening clutch of Gucci by Coppola & Toppo 60s
By Gucci
Located in Verviers, BE
An incredible find of Gucci. Gorgeous evening black satin clutch embellished by Coppola & Toppo 60s, deep red faceted crystal beads. Rare and collectable. Size : 27.5 x 16 cm - 1...
Dolce & Gabbana Unique Rabbit Fur Clutch Bag DOLCE BOX with Heart and Logo Pink
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Erkrath, DE
- Unique rabbit fur and leather clutch / shoulder bag DOLCE BOX with D&G Logo, Heart and decorative padlock by DOLCE & GABBANA - New with Tag, Dustbag, Authenticity Card - Former RRP...
Hermès "Jige" crocodile clutch size Unique
By Hermès
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Super rare beautiful and luxurious Hermès clutch Jige in fantastic blue midnight Crocodile du Nil Year 2017 Seen on line at euro 25340 H clsoure Blue internal leather Comes with dust...
Unique Bottega Veneta Deep Purple Python Clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Port Hope, ON
Bottega Veneta, the brand known for the ultimate in luxury bags. This jewel of a clutch in purple python exotic skin holds a ton of style in the palm of your hand. With its unique sh...
Gloria Rovere Hand painted clutch size Unique
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Unique piece Hand painted Pressed vegetal fiber Multicolored pattern Cm 17 x 11 x 45 (6.69 x 4.33 x 1.77 inches) With dustbag
unique oversized BOTTEGA VENETA woven leather & suede clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very oversized clutch with wonderful wood button closure from Bottega Veneta. Woven with alternating strips of rich brown suede and leather. Clutch measures just over 16" wide and 12...
1970s Rare Mod Vogue Magazine Cover Structured Plastic Clutch Purse
Located in University City, MO
1970's Rare mod Vogue magazine cover structured clutch purse The unique clutch is covered with a glossy paper vintage Vogue magazine cover The clutch is constructed with molded hard...
FENDI Embroidered Large Plated Sequin Baguette Handbag Bag Clutch - Unique piece
By Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Unique Piece! Fendi embroidered Baguette with metal sequins, wool fringes and mirrored leather circular disks, PVC, glitter and crystal appliqués. Adjustable leather shoulder strap B...
Unique Art Deco Flower Clutch
Located in Verviers, BE
Just gorgeous and so unique art deco flowers clutch. Silk & cotton. Blue glass cabochons. Size: 24 x 12.5 cm - 9.4 x 5 in. Excellent vintage condition.
Unique Gold Glamour Clutch 1970
Located in Verviers, BE
Glamour and so Chic Gold metal box clutch featuring a front flap closure with a scalloped trim, a clasp fastening and a contrasting black lining. Excellent vintage condition. Size: 1...
Unique & gorgeous peacock clutch of the 30
Located in Verviers, BE
Unique and exceptional peacock clutch of the 30s. Peacock embroidery on the two sides. Made of black velvet, fabric, and embroidered metal. Size: 20 x 13 cm - 7.9 x 5.1 in. Ve...
Gorgeous & Unique French Baby Crocodile Clutch 1960
Located in Verviers, BE
Exceptional Black baby crocodile leather clutch from the French House "Tury" Rue Royale Paris. Gold & Silver Tone twist clasp. Excellent vintage condition. Size: 23 x 14 x 6 cm - 9 ...
Vintage CHANEL classic black quilted lambskin document clutch purse. Classic bag
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Vintage CHANEL classic black quilted lambskin document clutch purse with unique shape flap. Unisex style pouch, daily use, party bag This is a hard-to-find vintage piece from Chan...
Unique 1989 Louis Vuitton Special Order Escapade Clutch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice and unique Especial order from Louis Vuitton the Escapade Clutch with strap and handle. This was a bespoken article made from louis Vuitotn, the receipt from this will...
Very unique black snake wave design clutch/bag 70s
Located in Verviers, BE
Gorgeous & very unique wave design for this black snake vintage clutch/bag of the 70s. Gilt metal hardware, black suede lining. Size : 24 x 18 cm - 9.4 x 7.1 in. Excellent vint...
Unique Chanel Greek 2017 Cruise Collection Clutch with Gripoix style stones
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
for sale a unique clutch fom Chanel from last crusie collection. of course this collection is not yet in the shops but this piec was given to a VIP client from Chanel. sed once fo ...
Unique wood vintage 70s clutch
Located in Verviers, BE
Great design and so chic 70s vintage wood clutch. Very good vintage condition. SIze: 25.5 x 13 x 5 cm - 10 x 5.1 x 2 in.
Unique Vintage Delvaux Navy Clutch
By Delvaux
Located in Verviers, BE
Exceptional Vintage Navy Blue leather clutch of Delvaux, Red calf leather trimming. Gold Hardware finishing. Marked: Delvaux - Modèle Deposé. Very good vintage condition. Size: 24 x ...
Gorgeous & Unique Art Deco Python Clutch
Located in Verviers, BE
Exceptional Gold python skin art deco bag featuring a clasp fastening, gold-tone hardware, an internal concealed pocket, multiple interior compartments, a full lining and top handles...
Unique 40s pleated brown leather clutch
Located in Verviers, BE
Stylish & unique design for this 40s brown leather clutch. Made of leather, fabric lining. Size : 26 x 15 cm - 10.2 x 6 in. Excellent vintage condition.
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
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....
Kathrine Baumann Leopard Design Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite handmade designer, Kathrine Baumann, who is the celebrated handbag maker to the stars, leopard pattern pillow shaped minaudière, evening bag or evening clutch is completely...
$5,490
H 19 in W 14 in L 8 in
Balenciaga Arena Wheeled Suitcase Rolling Carry-on Luggage Trolley Leather Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Miami, FL
Balenciaga 2013 Rare Limited Edition Periwinkle Blue Jacynthe Wheeled Carry-On Balenciaga Wheeled Carry-On, features soft lambskin and distinctive aged brass hardware. Black perfora...
Alberta Ferretti Intricately Seamed Sexy High Waisted Purple Silk Skirt
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New Hope, PA
Lustrous royal purple silk is used for this high waisted skirt. It is seamed for the most figure flattering fit and the seams have a hand stitched detail for an extra touch of elegan...
Luxurious Plush Triple Band Mink Shrug c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Luxurious plush triple band mink shrug c 1960 The chic mahogany ranch mink shrug is designed with three rows of soft mink on both ends. The center section is designed with two pa...
$222Sale Price|20% Off
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gorgeous unworn fuchsia tunic dress. Short sleeves. Large buttons. 2 front pockets. Unlined. Label reads Yves Saint Laurent Variation Made in France. Si...
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...
$22,920
H 3 in W 4 in L 4 in
Chanel Rare 2004 Runway Vintage Mini Trunk Vanity Case Lucite Small Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 2004 Runway Vintage Mini Trunk Vanity Case Lucite Small Minaudière Year: 2004 Measurements: Length: 4" Width: 3" Height: 4" Handle Drop: 4" Closure works well. This ite...
Chanel Pair of Chain decorated Cuffs
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary pair of Chanel chain decorated biker cuffs from the 1980's. Designed by Victoire de Castellane under Karl Lagerfeld, this is the period where all of Chanel's iconograph...
Bronze
Moschino Vintage 1990s Red + Black Color Block Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage two-tone color block jacket in red and black by Cheap and Chic by Moschino. Fully lined with front button closure. Velcro closure at collar and on sides. Fabric: 52% Rayon/ 4...
NWT Blumarine Vintage FW 2010 Runway Sequin Evening Stretch Pants Leggings It 40
By Blumarine
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Vintage Blumarine Sequin Evening Stretch Pants Leggings F/W 2010 Runway Collection Designer size - 40 Stretch sequin fabric, Tiger print, Fully lined, No zipper, Low waist. Measu...
Gene Shelly Black Knit Wool Cocktail Dress with Sequin Embellishment
By Gene Shelly
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Gene Shelly cocktail dress is fashioned from a black knit wool and features sequin embellishing throughout. The 3/4 length is complimented with a perfectly proportioned cap slee...
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: ...
$9,920
H 13.75 in W 14.5 in L 0.25 in
Chanel Shopping Resort 2011 Laser Cut Icon Icons Taupe Beige Calfskin Suede Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Taupe Laser Cut Icon Suede Calfskin Icons Tote Year 2011 Resort Silver hardware Classic interwoven chain Suede taupe calfskin leather Laser cut icons and beige fringe stitc...
$11,443
Size: FR 42 - UK 14 - US 10
Christian Dior by John Galliano pink silk brocade and lace 3-piece suit, fw 1998
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano pink silk brocade 3-piece suit comprising: blazer jacket with attached shawl edged with pink Calais lace, straight leg pants and mid-length wrap skirt...
Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more on 1stDibs.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.