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Loewe Clutch

2000s Loewe Anagram Embossed Multicolor Leather Clutch Pochette
2000s Loewe Anagram Embossed Multicolor Leather Clutch Pochette

2000s Loewe Anagram Embossed Multicolor Leather Clutch Pochette

By Loewe

Located in Arnhem, NL

Loewe orange and blue anagram embossed leather clutch with silver toned hardware. The interior is

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2010s Spanish Clutches

2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Green
2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Green

2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Green

By Loewe

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage LOEWE box clutch is crafted of embossed cowhide leather in green. Front turn lock

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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

LOEWE T Pouch navy textured checkered leather silver zip wrist clutch bag
LOEWE T Pouch navy textured checkered leather silver zip wrist clutch bag

LOEWE T Pouch navy textured checkered leather silver zip wrist clutch bag

By Loewe

Located in Hong Kong, NT

LOEWE T Pouch navy textured checkered leather silver zip wrist clutch bag Reference: MLCO/A00029

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Clutches

White Bag - '80s
White Bag - '80s

White Bag - '80s

$604

Size: One Size

White Bag - '80s

By Loewe

Located in Milano, IT

Loewe white leather bag. Clutch style, with two internal pockets and snap button closure. Height:21

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1980s Clutches

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Loewe Red Leather Medium Flamenco Clutch Bag
Loewe Red Leather Medium Flamenco Clutch Bag

Loewe Red Leather Medium Flamenco Clutch Bag

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Minimal in design this Loewe Flamenco bag is as stylish as practical. Created from leather it is

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2010s Clutches

Loewe Black Mushroom Leather Clutch
Loewe Black Mushroom Leather Clutch

Loewe Black Mushroom Leather Clutch

By Loewe

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black leather clutch by Loewe. Mushroom-printed and striped design. Top zip

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21st Century and Contemporary American Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

LOEWE Yellow Leather Flamenco Nano Clutch
LOEWE Yellow Leather Flamenco Nano Clutch

LOEWE Yellow Leather Flamenco Nano Clutch

By Loewe

Located in San Francisco, CA

LOEWE 'Flamenco Nano' clutch comes in a yellow leather featuring a front small embossed logo, side

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Vintage LOEWE Red Leather Purse Clutch
Vintage LOEWE Red Leather Purse Clutch

Vintage LOEWE Red Leather Purse Clutch

By Loewe

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage LOEWE purse comes in red leather and features yellow gold tone hoop adornment and clasp

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Late 20th Century Wallets

Loewe Flamenco Chain Metallic-Leather Clutch Bag
Loewe Flamenco Chain Metallic-Leather Clutch Bag

Loewe Flamenco Chain Metallic-Leather Clutch Bag

By Loewe

Located in London, GB

Loewe Flamenco Chain Metallic-Leather Clutch Bag Metallic ‘Flamenco’ clutch crafted from soft

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Loewe Grey Sequin Embellished Clasp Chain Clutch
Loewe Grey Sequin Embellished Clasp Chain Clutch

Loewe Grey Sequin Embellished Clasp Chain Clutch

By Loewe

Located in London, GB

little on this used Loewe designer resale item. Details Grey Cloth textile Medium clutch bag

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21st Century and Contemporary British Clutches

2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Brown
2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Brown

2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Brown

By Loewe

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage LOEWE box clutch is crafted of embossed cowhide leather in brown. Front flap closure

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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

LOEWE sage green SNAKESKIN LARGE FLAMENCO Clutch Shoulder Bag
LOEWE sage green SNAKESKIN LARGE FLAMENCO Clutch Shoulder Bag

LOEWE sage green SNAKESKIN LARGE FLAMENCO Clutch Shoulder Bag

By Loewe

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Loewe Large Flamenco clutch/shoulder bag in sage python. The design features a

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

LOEWE Howls Moving Castle Flamenco Calcifer red yellow shearling clutch bag
LOEWE Howls Moving Castle Flamenco Calcifer red yellow shearling clutch bag

LOEWE Howls Moving Castle Flamenco Calcifer red yellow shearling clutch bag

By Loewe

Located in Hong Kong, NT

LOEWE Howls Moving Castle Flamenco Calcifer red yellow shearling clutch bag Reference: BNAY/A00009

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Evening Bags and Minaudières

Loewe Flamenco Medium Leather Tote Bag
Loewe Flamenco Medium Leather Tote Bag

Loewe Flamenco Medium Leather Tote Bag

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H 12.6 in W 11.78 in D 6.3 in

Loewe Flamenco Medium Leather Tote Bag

By Loewe

Located in London, GB

The Loewe Flamenco clutch bag is a timeless piece that combines modern style with a touch of

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2010s Tote Bags

Loewe Black Leather Clutch
Loewe Black Leather Clutch

Loewe Black Leather Clutch

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H 8 in W 13 in

Loewe Black Leather Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Alford, MA

Black leather clutch from Spain's luxury leather house, Loewe. Rectangular in shape, the envelope

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Late 20th Century Spanish Clutches

Loewe Moss Green Ostrich Leather Envelope Clutch, 1970s
Loewe Moss Green Ostrich Leather Envelope Clutch, 1970s

Loewe Moss Green Ostrich Leather Envelope Clutch, 1970s

By Loewe

Located in Gresham, OR

This is a wonderful 1970's Loewe of Madrid Ostrich leather moss green double-flap envelope style

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1970s Spanish Clutches

1990s Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather XL Clutch Bag Brown
1990s Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather XL Clutch Bag Brown

1990s Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather XL Clutch Bag Brown

By Loewe

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage LOEWE XL clutch bag is crafted of soft smooth calfskin leather in chocolate brown. Top

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1990s Italian Clutches

2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Black
2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Black

2000s Vintage LOEWE Embossed Leather Box Clutch Bag Black

By Loewe

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage LOEWE box clutch is crafted of embossed cowhide leather in black. Front turn lock

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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

1990s Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather Bi-fold Clutch Bag Black
1990s Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather Bi-fold Clutch Bag Black

1990s Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather Bi-fold Clutch Bag Black

By Loewe

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage LOEWE bi-fold clutch bag is crafted of soft smooth calfskin leather in black and gold

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1990s Italian Clutches

2000s Vintage LOEWE Suede Flat Tote Bag Beige Brown
2000s Vintage LOEWE Suede Flat Tote Bag Beige Brown

2000s Vintage LOEWE Suede Flat Tote Bag Beige Brown

By Loewe

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage LOEWE triple-fold clutch passport holder is crafted of calfskin suede in brown. Front

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Early 2000s Spanish Wallets and Small Accessories

Loewe Flamenco Leather Clutch
Loewe Flamenco Leather Clutch

Loewe Flamenco Leather Clutch

By Loewe

Located in London, GB

Loewe Flamenco leather clutch. Tan. Magnetic fastening at top. Comes with dustbag. Height: 8.5 in

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Loewe Pink Lambskin Leather Clutch
Loewe Pink Lambskin Leather Clutch

Loewe Pink Lambskin Leather Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Kowloon, HK

Color: Pink Material: Lambskin Leather Condition: Rank S Overall: Almost New Surface: Good Corners: Good Edges: Good Hardware: Good Dimensions: W30×H22×D6cm Comes with dust bag

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch
Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

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H 7.88 in W 1.97 in L 11.42 in

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Organize your essentials in style with this Loewe creation. The zip clutch has a smooth leather

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch
Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

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H 7.88 in W 1.97 in L 11.42 in

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Organize your essentials in style with this Loewe creation. The zip clutch has a smooth leather

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch
Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

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H 7.88 in W 1.97 in L 11.42 in

Loewe Black Print Leather Zip Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Organize your essentials in style with this Loewe creation. The zip clutch has a smooth leather

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch
Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch

Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch

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H 7.09 in W 2.96 in L 9.06 in

Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Loewe's Flamenco clutch closes with the help of drawstring pulls in coiled knots like a beautifully

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch
Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch

Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch

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H 7.09 in W 2.96 in L 9.06 in

Loewe Olive Green Leather Flamenco Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Loewe's Flamenco clutch closes with the help of drawstring pulls in coiled knots like a beautifully

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini
Loewe Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini

Loewe Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini

By Loewe

Located in NY, NY

" Designer: Loewe Model: Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Yellow

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Loewe Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini
Loewe Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini

Loewe Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini

By Loewe

Located in NY, NY

" Designer: Loewe Model: Flamenco Knot Clutch Leather Mini Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Yellow

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Loewe Tri Color Laser Cut Leather Clutch
Loewe Tri Color Laser Cut Leather Clutch

Loewe Tri Color Laser Cut Leather Clutch

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H 4.34 in W 1.97 in L 6.89 in

Loewe Tri Color Laser Cut Leather Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

It is indeed rare for one to chance upon a clutch as gorgeous as this one from Loewe. It comes

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Multicolor Sequins And Leather Paula's Ibiza Flamenco Clutch
Loewe Multicolor Sequins And Leather Paula's Ibiza Flamenco Clutch

Loewe Multicolor Sequins And Leather Paula's Ibiza Flamenco Clutch

By Loewe

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Understated and sophisticated, this Flamenco clutch comes from the iconic house of Loewe. Crafted

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2010s Spanish Clutches

Loewe Green Leather Vintage Long Clutch
Loewe Green Leather Vintage Long Clutch

Loewe Green Leather Vintage Long Clutch

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H 6.7 in D 1.19 in L 14.97 in

Loewe Green Leather Vintage Long Clutch

By Loewe

Located in London, GB

Loewe Green Leather Vintage Long Clutch - Made of luxurious, extremely soft leather - Vibrant

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

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Loewe Clutch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary loewe clutch for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in brown and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray and more. Finding the perfect loewe clutch may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Loewe are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Loewe Clutch?

The price for a loewe clutch starts at $520 and tops out at $20,000, and on average, selling for $2,039.

Loewe for sale on 1stDibs

Since its inception, the house of Loewe has been a mainstay in the world of luxury fashion. Even in modern times marked by machinery and mass production, the Spanish brand is firmly rooted in artisanal craftsmanship as well as art, which is a fixture in its flagship stores and is central to its desirable hand-stitched handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear clothing. One of the oldest high-end luxury brands in the world, Loewe was acquired by LVMH in 1996.

In 1876, German artisan Enrique Roessberg Loewe joined forces with a group of skilled leather craftsmen in a workshop in Madrid, which had been established 30 years earlier. Loewe, highly gifted with leather himself, unified the collective that now bears his name — which is pronounced: “low-eh-veh.” 

Timeless and elegant, vintage Loewe leather shoulder bags, totes, jackets and shoes are always in high demand — and contemporary Loewe fashion is no less revered. In 2013, the brand brought on Irish designer Jonathan Anderson as the new creative director (the role had previously been filled by the likes of Narciso Rodriguez and Jose Enrique Ona Selfa).

Anderson, who had worked for Prada and founded his eponymous label JW Anderson in 2008, introduced his first handbag design for Loewe in 2015 — the famed, foldable Puzzle Bag, described by Anderson as “a flat object with a tridimensional function,” a deconstruction of conventional handbags. 

Aside from the impeccable construction and undeniably stylish appeal of its wares — from its colorful but refined shirts and day dresses that merge streetwear and modern luxury to its versatile, meticulously crafted bags — what draws prominent Loewe-lovers such as Harry Styles, Hailey Bieber and others to the brand is its commitment to pushing the boundaries of ready-to-wear as well as its support of arts, crafts and culture across the globe. 

Paintings and pottery enrich the shopping experience at the company’s flagship stores in locales such as London and Los Angeles, and in 2016, Anderson launched the Loewe Foundation Craft Prize, an international award that highlights and celebrates artisans across a range of disciplines. 

Find vintage Loewe fashion and accessories on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Clutches for You

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.

Questions About Loewe
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    Many fashion lovers believe it is worth it to buy Loewe. Since its inception, the house of Loewe has been a mainstay in the world of luxury fashion. Even in modern times marked by machinery and mass production, the Spanish brand is firmly rooted in artisanal craftsmanship. This ethos is central to its hand-stitched handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear clothing. However, whether or not it's worth investing in Loewe pieces is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Loewe apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.