Collectible Magazine Clutch, Amica Magazine
Located in New York, NY
Charming Magazine Clutch, Amica Magazine (Italy) from the 1970's. Graphic cover wraps around
Collectible Magazine Clutch, Amica Magazine
Located in New York, NY
Charming Magazine Clutch, Amica Magazine (Italy) from the 1970's. Graphic cover wraps around
Unavailable
1980s Magazine Clutch Purse
Located in Long Island City, NY
1980s Magazine Clutch
1970s Green Magazine Clutch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegance Magazine clutch with brown leather strap closure. Hard body clutch meant to resemble a
1970's Anonymous Magazine Clutch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A "must have" from the 1970's, this magazine clutch is a great piece to have in your closet. The
Jimmy Choo Magazine Clutch
By Jimmy Choo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jimmy Choo -(Made in Italy) Bakelite pouch with magazine print. Additional information
CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Whisper grey nude pin up embroidered magazine clutch bag
By Charlotte Olympia
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Whisper grey nude pin up embroidered magazine clutch bag CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA
Rare Janda "European Fashion Magazine" Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Janda's wonderful clutch in the form of a "European Fashion Magazine" is finished with a
Jimmy Choo Magazine Bakelite Clutch
By Jimmy Choo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jimmy Choo -(Made in Italy) Bakelite pouch with magazine print. Additional information
Glamour Faux Magazine Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Glamour magazine clutch with leather strap closure. Trompe L'oiel clutch with a practical side
Vogue Faux Magazine Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Vogue magazine clutch with leatherette strap closure. Trompe L'oiel clutch with a practical side
1970s Mod Elegance Paris Fashion Magazine Clutch Bag
Located in University City, MO
1970s Mod Elegance Paris fashion magazine clutch bag The chic retro clutch bag is laminated with
1970s Mod Magazine Cluth Bag Made in Italy
Located in University City, MO
1970s Mod magazine clutch bag Made in Italy The unique retro clutch is covered with a Grazia
Elegance Magazine Photo Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Cool Elegance Paris Magazine Photo Clutch with clasp from 1970's. Large size. Snap closure.
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
Vintage Mister Ernest Magazine Clutch
Located in Houston, TX
A timless, quickly collectible. Hard clutch resembles a folded-up copy of Linea Italiana Magazine
LUTCI "Parisian Magazine" Clutch Bag Signed By Anna Silvey
Located in New York, NY
New never used and still with tags Vintage Original Designer LUTCI "Parisian Magazine" Clutch
La Perla vintage silk nightgown dress
By La Perla
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
La Perla vintage silk nightgown dress Size 3 Excellent condition, a couple of micro-spots, see photo
$2,269
Size: UK 6-10 (Small to Medium).
1970’s BEN KAHN Shaggy Long Brown White Striped Skunk Coat - Real Fur Jacket
Located in Sheffield, GB
A truly remarkable 1970’s coat by American designer & furrier Ben Kahn. Similar examples can be found in the New York Metropolitan Museum. This superb, plush striped fur coat c...
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...
Zac Posen Fall 2005 Plum Purple Silk Tiered Gown with Pom Trimmed Flounces
By Zac Posen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ravishing runway gown from Zac Posen's Fall/Winter 2005 collection. It was originally worn by model Gemma Ward on the runway in an ashy green variation. This gown is a lovely muted l...
$383
Size: Recommended Size; UK 6-8
2000s Dolce & Gabbana Psychedelic Pink Silk Lace Floaty Sheer Blouse - Tunic Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
A superb 2000's pure silk Dolce & Gabbana psychedelic blouse with fabulous chantilly lace inserts. Plunged V-Neck, cap sleeves and past the hip length hem. Measurements are provided...
Unavailable|$1,400
Size: Fits like a Small/Medium
BADGLEY MISCHKA COUTURE 2011 Vintage Runway Bridal Wedding Gown Maxi Dress Train
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Couture Resort 2011 Vintage Runway Ivory color Petals are meant to resemble feathers, however, there are no actual feathers on this dress Missing size and comp tag Ha...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
Vintage Crystal Fox + Mink Fur Full Length Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely incredible vintage brown mink fur full length coat with crystal fox fur trim in a size large. Fully lined with front hook closure and monogram. Velvet lined side pockets. ...
Exceptional Hermès Silver Coin Purse Chainmail Gaetan de Percin
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse The purse is a vintage item, made of flowing meshes Made of silver (crab hallmark) "HERMÈS" and crab hallmark enbraved on one...
$1,407
Size: Recommended Size; UK 4-6
1999 Gianni Versace Couture Sparkly Pastel Pink Strapless Bustier Cocktail Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Sheffield, GB
A superbly crafted Gianni Versace Couture dress from 1999. Designed from a pastel pink linen with a silver metallic lamé textured finish, the dress has a hand stitched pleated ruffle...
Black and white Polka dot print wrap dress EMANUEL by EMANUEL UNGARO
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white Polka dot print wrap dress. One hook&eye on the right side inside. SIZE M/L
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO F/W 2004 Sheer Art Deco Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall Winter 2004 Sheer Art Deco Top FR44 Brand: Christian Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection / Year: Fall / Winter 2004 Material: Tulle: 64% Cot...
Rare - Ralph Lauren Ricky 33 Cognac Alligator Satchel with Gold Hardware
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare to find, Ralph Lauren Ricky 33 Cognac Alligator Satchel with gold hardware. This gorgeous bag is the only one for sale on the internet at this listing time. The beautiful and ri...
Jean Desses dress Haute Couture 1948
By Jean Dessès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
JEAN DESSES - Brown and black silk dress, chest embroidered with rhinestones and lurex threads. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. 1948 Winter Haute Couture Collection. To be me...
$491
Size: UK10 (See Dimensions on listing)
2000's Forest Green John Galliano Satin Bustier with Lace Cups - Corset Top
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Vintage forest green John Galliano Bustier with Lace detailed Cups, featuring contrasting copper coloured fully adjustable shoulder straps, 'G' metal charm detail at the hip, dual ...
Backless evening dress with beaded "trompe l'oeil" vest Circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless evening dress with beaded "trompe l'oeil" vest. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably made of crepe chiffon. Polyester lining inside the top. Silk chiffo...
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
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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.
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The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.