$105Sale Price|30% Off
MARNI beige black smooth leather gold stud buckle dual oversized zip clutch bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI beige black smooth leather gold stud buckle dual oversized zip clutch bag Reference: CELG
Marni Flower Apliqué Clutch
By Marni
Located in Roslyn, NY
Navy blue satin. Silver-tone hardware. Top clasp closure. Leaf appliqués on front. Satin lining with brown leather trim. Retail price: $525
Taupe Marni Leather Oversized Clutch
By Marni
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Oversized taupe leather clutch by Marni. Top push-lock closure. Leather lined
Marni Black Patent Leather Clutch
By Marni
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to clutch is evident. Minimal wear to the leather trim with
Marni White Leather Western Panel Clutch
By Marni
Located in London, GB
bag with discoloured marks on this used Marni designer resale item. This item comes with original dust
Marni Silver Leather Mini Trunk Clutch
By Marni
Located in London, GB
on the bottom and under the flap on this used Marni designer resale item. This item comes with an
MARNI beige black smooth leather gold stud buckle dual oversized zip clutch bag
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI beige black smooth leather gold stud buckle dual oversized zip clutch bag Reference: CELG
Marni Clutch In Purple Satin
By Marni
Located in Paris, FR
in navy blue canvas (emblematic color of the brand), with a label marked "MARNI". It is in good used
Marni Black Velvet Clutch
By Marni
Located in Capri, IT
Marni Black Velvet Clutch
Silver Marni Leather Clutch
By Marni
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Silver leather clutch by Marni. Top kiss-lock closure. Lined interior with
MARNI black leather POUCH KISSLOCK Clutch Bag
By Marni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Marni pouch clutch bag in Coal (black) smooth calfskin leather. Features a black
2000s Marni Clutch bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni brown leather clutch bag. Two flap envelopes and magnetic buttons. Years: 2000s Made in
2000s Marni Pink Floral Clutch
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni clutch bag pink with floral pattern, decorative stitching, snap closure in black pvc and
Marni Navy Blue Leather Flap Clutch
By Marni
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This clutch is just the right accessory to compliment your chic ensemble. It comes crafted in
Marni Grey Kisslock Clutch with Floral Brooch
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
Soft, subtle dove greyish beige canvas makes a beautiful body for this lovely clutch with a retro
2000s Marni Iridescent Sequins Clutch
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni black fabric clutch bag covered with lilac and green leaf-shaped sequins. Golden metal and
2000s Marni Iridescent Sequins Clutch
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni black fabric clutch bag covered with lilac and green leaf-shaped sequins. Golden metal and
2000s Marni Iridescent Sequins Clutch
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Glamorous Marni black fabric clutch embellished by iridescent green, grey and lilac sequins. The
Marni Brown Glaze Leather Multicolor Stone Frame Clutch
By Marni
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Spice up your outfit with your this embellished clutch by Marni. The exterior is made of leather
Marni Vintage Brown Leather Clutch, 2000s
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Soft brown leather clutch from Marni from the 2000s, featuring double pockets and a rectangular
Marni Vintage Brown Leather Clutch, 2000s
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Soft brown leather clutch from Marni from the 2000s, featuring double pockets and a rectangular
2000s Marni gray leather clutch bag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni gray leather clutch bag with zip closure and interlocking buckle in silver metal. Width: 45
2000s Marni Vintage Brown Leather Clutch
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The elegant Marni dark brown leather handbag features a light blue and black vertical stripes, with
2000s Marni Vintage Brown Leather Clutch
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
The elegant Marni dark brown leather handbag features a light blue and black vertical stripes, with
2000s Marni Leather Handbag
By Marni
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Marni gray leather clutch bag with zip closure and interlocking buckle in silver metal. The item
Woodland green Marni clutch bag Woodland
By Marni
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rich woodland green Marni clutch bag in box calf leather. This is a 2 pocket clutch-one side
Marni Bronze Gold Check Clutch
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful silk brocade fabric makes this Marni clutch a true gem! With brown leather trim and a
Sold|$3,195
Size: Medium
Hattie Carnegie 1930s Black Velvet and White Fox Fur Vintage 30s Opera Jacket
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning and rare 1930s HATTIE CARNEGIE for I MAGNIN black silk velvet opera coat with dramatic white fox fur oversized collar! Features the softest most luxurious silk velvet and hi...
On Hold|$7,000
Gucci 2003 Wedding Ivory Corset Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gucci 2003 Wedding Corset Dress by Tom Ford. Crafted from luxurious silk, this trained evening gown features exquisite appliquéd ribbons on the bodice, a central hook closure, and fo...
Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bag with Seashells
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Nantucket rattan basket bag with seashells is a unique and charming variation of the classic Nantucket basket, combining the traditional craftsmanship of woven rattan wi...
Prada Fall 2004 Templi Bag Nylon & Leather
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Super collectible, super rare Prada Templi bag from the iconic AW04 collection. Unused with authenticity card and dustbag. Made from soft Tessuto nylon satin in Quarzo + Fumo colourw...
$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...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
$2,500
Size: please refer to measurements
RANDOLPH DUKE 2000 Vintage Runway Silver Ball Gown Evening Dress
By Randolph Duke
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Randolph Duke Vintage Runway SS00 Silver Grey color This is a tight sexy fit I cannot stress how amazing this looks on Great vintage condition, minor feeling of wear throughout Label...
Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
In the captivating language of Alexander McQueen's FW 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Collection, this jacket or blouse is a poetic embodiment of elegance and drama. Its sleek black Silk...
Bottega Veneta Drop Burgundy calfskin leather Gold Hardware Wristlet Clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Drop Burgundy calfskin leather Gold Hardware Wristlet Clutch These are professional photos of the actual bag. CONDITION: VERY GOOD Light rubbing on the corners and ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Brown Velvet Turban with Fur Crest, FW 2007
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano turban-style headpiece from the Fall-Winter 2007 collection, constructed in deep chocolate brown silk velvet, bias-draped and horizontally ruched to f...
Spectacular Thierry Mugler Black Fur Maxi Coat
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Thierry Mugler Couture black fur maxi coat from fall/winter 2000 collection. Design of this spectacular coat is inspired by Mugler’s iconic hairy looks from “Les Chimeres” FW 1997 a...
$4,812Sale Price|20% Off
H 19.69 in W 8.27 in L 21.26 in
Rare Hermès Vintage Sumac Travel Riding or Picnic Bag Canvas Leather 50 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
RARE Authentic Hermès Bag "SUMAC" Made in France Stamp X in circle (1994) Made of : Canvas (Toile), grained and smooth leathers, golden hardware Colorways: Beige, White, Naturel...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI business clutch bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap combination lock closure opens to a beige pigskin leather inte...
Junya Watanabe Deconstructed Army Green Sleeveless Lace Patch-Work Gown
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
2006 FALL/WINTER Collection Rare JUNYA WATANABE army green lace and cotton patch-work fishtail gown with a fitted bodice, halter neckline and cut-outs throughout the construction. Ne...
RARE Chloe Vintage Brown Leather Amber Jeweled Top Handle Bag c2000s
By Chloé
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE and amazing vintage Chloe Brown Leather Amber Jeweled Top Handle Bag c2000s in good condition. Smooth dark brown leather exterior trimmed with gold hardware, double top handles,...
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Extra Long Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Baar, CH
Rare 1997 Tom Ford for Gucci dress with original gold-tone "Illusion" hook belt, crafted from thick, body-molding jersey. - From the 1997 Cruise collection. - Comes with original ...
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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