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".
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
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
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
$625Sale Price|30% Off
Size: 2 or 4
Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Green Silk Crepe Sequined Cocktail Dress ca. 1967
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Studio City, CA
A circa 1967 Pierre Cardin haute couture green sequined silk crêpe cocktail dress that features a keyhole opening at the back. The main draw of this slinky silk cocktail dress are th...
$290Sale Price|34% Off
Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The i...
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...
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...
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White wedding ( or evening) dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs and...
Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Unleash your inner boldness with the Chanel Red Diamond Stitch Tweed Maxi Nature Flap Bag. This posh and elegant bag is crafted from tweed and adorned with the signature diamond patt...
Christian Dior by John Galliano purple velvet and crystal mini bag, c. 1998
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior mini evening bag ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Crushed purple velvet with signature 'Cannage' quilting ▪ Silk handles and interior ▪ Four 'DIOR' silver charms ado...
Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Fur Jacket Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Print Silk Jacket Pencil Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2005 “The Man W...
$443
H 6.2 in W 1 in L 9.5 in
Vintage 1940's Purse Embroidered Floral Beaded Wristlet Evening Bag Pearl Pastel
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in black faille silk and embellished with trailing floral embroidery in shades of green, pink, blue, lilac, yellow and apricot with pearlescent beads and gold toned metal be...
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...
$38,336
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
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...
$127Sale Price|20% Off
Furla Beads pochette size Unique
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Textile Black color Mix of multicolored beads/corals Zip closure Can be worn on shoulder too Cm 24 x 17 (9.44 x 6.69 inches)
Important Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat, 1970 Fall/Winter
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary Museum Quality Yves Saint Laurent Early Haute Couture coat from fall/winter 1970 in a Russian style which predates his Opera Ballets Russes collection by half a decade...
$26,698
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4
Alexander McQueen silk animal print beaded off shoulder evening dress, fw 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen silk evening dress ▪ Brass beaded bands with amber stones ▪ Long full sleeves gathered at the top and cuffs ▪ Montage animal print ▪ Floor-length skirt ▪ IT 4...
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...
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.