Orange Cut-Velvet Handbag
By Lewis
Located in Alford, MA
Unusual rectangular box bag in orange cut velvet with metal handle in gold accented in silver.The rectangular clasp pulls down to open the bag. Black faille interior with side compar...
Vintage Miss Lewis Black Handbag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Black handbag decorated with rhinestones and with a double compartment. Additional information
Fantastic Carpetbag Purse in Burgundy and Black Floral - Mint
By Lewis
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful mint condition carpetbag from Lewis. In black, burgundy and gold velveteen and brocade
Rare 1960s Zardozi Zari Gemstone Clutch
By Lewis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 1960's Zardozi Zari gem-set evening handbag attributed to Van Cleef & Arpels from the
Lewis Green Satin & Gold Metal Alligator Embossed Handbag, 1970's
By Lewis
Located in Atlanta, GA
created in the 1970's by the well established American company, Lewis Handbags. CONDITION The handbag is
Alligator Grain Clutch
By Lewis
Located in New York, NY
accents. Made by Lewis, NY. 1960's USA. 8.5" x 5.5" x 1.75".
NAVY WICKER BOX BAG WITH RED LEATHER TRIM
By Lewis
Located in Alford, MA
Perk up your July 4th outfit with this outstanding vintage piece. Made by Lewis, the trunk-shaped
1960's Large Painted Floral Fabric Bag by Lewis Designs
Located in London, GB
This beautiful British made 1960's fabric bag by Lewis Designs is hand painted in a beautiful
Italian Gilt Metal Jeweled Glass Medallion Minaudière c 1970s
By Lewis
Located in University City, MO
stationary on the exterior Lined in golden brown velvet. Labeled: Lewis Made in Italy Measurements The
1960s LEWIS Woven Wicker Handbag
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine vintage Lewis woven wicker handbag. Black lacquer finish woven wicker with black leather trim
1960s Lewis Evening Bag with Cabochons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely 1960s evening bag from Lewis, done in structured black with faux-turquoise and metallic
1980s Lewis Black Leather Gold Chainlink Lucite Tab Purse
Located in Houston, TX
Edgy and fun black leather purse from Lewis Imports! This purse features a leather body overlaid
British Hong Kong Cream Handbag with Iridescent Cream Sequins and White Beads
Located in London, GB
This very beautiful cream bag, with iridescent cream sequins and white beads, was made in British Hong Kong, circa 1960s. It has silver tone fittings, with a rhinestone double clasp,...
Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket and integrated purse. Measuremen...
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...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
$108Sale Price|31% Off
1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag
Located in London, GB
1930s/1940s handmade crewel work folk embroidered round bag, beautifully crafted in the golden era, boasts handmade crewel work and is adorned with charming folk embroidery in plush ...
Halston Iconic Ultra Feather Faux Suede Cropped Zippered Jacket c 1970s Petite
By Halston
Located in University City, MO
Halston Iconic ultra - feather faux suede bomber style zippered jacket c 1970s Petite Size The stylish petite size cropped hunter green zippered jacket is constructed with Halston's ...
Larisa Barrera Beaded and Stone Pink Evening Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Larisa Barrera Beaded and Stone Pink Evening Bag This small yet elegant bag is in excellent condition. The bag is completely covered in sequins, beads, and stones. The bottom of the...
Paco Rabanne 1960s Chain Link Silver and Gold Metal Evening Bag Handbag Purse
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic 1960s Paco Rabanne gold and silver metal chain link evening bag ! A true statement piece that successfully completes any outfit. In great condition Made in Italy Mea...
Vintage Mink Handbag with Gold Hardware and Black Leather Handles
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This mink fur hand bag has 2 compartment and closes with a double clip. Its very light to wear and you you can also warm your hands. It has gold hardware and the handles are from so...
Rare Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Evening Bag
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Rare Gripoix Glass Haute Couture purse from the 1980's. A Chanel design, but made in custom colorations. Our Chanel Haute Couture client ordered these purses directly from Maison Gri...
Rialto NY Grey Lucite Vintage Handbag
By Rialto
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rialto NY Grey Lucite Vintage Handbag. This Rialto NY 1950's Grey Handbag is a stunning piece to add to any bag collection. The handle has a rhinestone detail around the bottom where...
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag: Gold Lurex hand bag covered in gold sequins and yellow teardrop fringe lucite beading. Nested inside is a...
Vintage Pink Snakeskin Top Handle Handbag
Located in London, GB
A wonderful vintage snakeskin handbag. This bag is not only a beautiful colour but large enough for todays essentials. It has a flap over opening with a clasp, and inside there are...
$400
H 5.25 in W 9 in D 1.5 in
Josef Attrib. Silk Brocade Chinoiserie Handbag w Cabochon Studded Flap, 1950s
By Bags by Josef
Located in Tucson, AZ
Subtly striking, this exquisite silk handbag features a muted Chinoiserie motif that would be remarkable on its own were it not upstaged by its unique figured brass top lid, which is...
Vintage 1940's blue velvet and pearl pixie hat and matching bag set 1940s hat
Located in Nashville, TN
This wonderful 1940's navy blue velvet and pearl decorated hat and matching bag set, are the perfect ode to the winter season. The pixie design of the hat, boasts a rounded wire fra...
$333Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Centimeter
Vintage Handbag by 'Garay' USA, Chenille flowers in diferent colors, USA 1950s
By Garay
Located in Stuttgart, DE
This timeless collectable from the 1950s is an oversized, eyecaticng statement piece that adds a hint of tastful clamur to any ensable. Suptous cut velvet - chenille fabric in mult-l...
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.