$775Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.75 in L 6.75 in
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl crystal lizard encrusted artisan clutch purse c 1970s The exquisite artisan
$375Sale Price|21% Off
H 2.75 in D 1.25 in L 4.5 in
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Encrusted Compact Evening Bag by Elgin c 1950s
By Elgin
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl crystal encrusted evening bag- compact case designed by Eligin c 1950s
Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse with Mother of Pearl and Key Holder
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
! Beautiful Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse w. Mother of Pearl Accent and Matching Key Holder. Length of
1950's Kay Craft Mother-of-Pearl Minaudiere
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage mother-of-pearl and gold-plate minaudière with interior compartments for lipstick, powder
Vintage Brass and Mother of Pearl Heart Minaudière
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
enchanting design. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this clutch features a delicate mother of
Vintage Handbag with Mother of Pearl Frame
Located in London, GB
A lovely vintage handbag with a mother or pearl frame. The bag is lined in satin with two pouch
50s Hand-Beaded French Handbag with Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Gresham, OR
in a intricate herringbone pattern with an embellished metal frame with gold-tone metal, mother-of
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Size: L 16.8 X H 10.1 X D 4.5 Cm
Chanel Minaudière Limited Edition Mother-Of-Pearl Black Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
shoulder strap. Brand: Chanel Product: Minaudière Limited Edition Mother-Of-Pearl Size: L 16.8 X H
Mother of Pearl and Filigree 1950s Compact Purse Minaudiere
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous checker board pattern of mother of pearl and gold filigree compact purse, minaudiere
Opulent Mother of Pearl Compact Cigarette Case Clutch
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl compact, cigarette case, clutch c 1960 The elegant case is embellished
Evans Mother of Pearl Compact Wristlet Handbag, 1950s
By Evans Case Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
mother-of-pearl inlay is particularly eye catching with shades of brown, pink, taupe and minty green
Opulent Mother Of Pearl Gilt Trim Shell Clutch Bag c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl gilt trim shell clutch bag The unique evening bag is designed with a
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H 5.25 in W 3 in D 0.75 in L 10 in
1950s Art Deco Mother of Pearl Black Doeskin Suede Wristlet Evening Bag
Located in University City, MO
1950s Art Deco Mother of pearl black doeskin suede wristlet evening bag. The elegant rectangular
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W 3 in D 0.88 in L 4.25 in
1950’s Wiesner of Miami Rhinestone and Mother-of-Pearl Compact Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
an embellished rhinestone and mother-of-pearl top and serpentine chain handle. A push button closure
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Mother of Pearl Mini Bag Cigarette Case
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Collectible Limited Edition Gucci by Tom Ford Mother of Pearl Mini Bag F/W 2002 Collection Serial N
Darby Scott Mother of Pearl Minaudière
By Darby Scott
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Gorgeous Darby Scott mother of pearl minaudière, with detachable multi chain strap.
1940'S Mother-of-Pearl and Brass Compact Minaudiere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Made of brushed gold tone brass and mother-of-pearl a inlay.
1940'S Mother Of Pearl and Brass Double Sided Minaudiere Compact
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940'S Exquisite & Rare Double Sided Mother Of Pearl and Brass Minauiere Compact. This checker
Vintage Bottega Veneta Purse - Mother of Pearl - New
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
mother of pearl over a clear plastic lining attached by grommets. It is extremely rare and perfect for
1940'S Mother Of Pearl & Brass Minaududiere Compact-Evening Bag.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940'S Mother Of Pearl & Brass Minaudiere Compact-Evening Bag. This lovely multi purpose piece
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H 11 in W 3 in L 19.5 in
21st Century & New Mother Of Pearl & Swarovski Crystal Wristlet Hand Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
21st Century & New Mother Of Pearl, Swarovski Crystal And Iridescent Sequin Wristlet Style Evening
70'S Hand Beaded & Mother Of Pearl Sculptural Ring Hong Kong Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Features a raised beaded floral motif with mother-of-pearl inlay on frame and button snap closure. Mother
1940s Abalone, Mother-of-pearl and Brass Double Compact Minaudiere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
brass and Mother-of-Pearl and abalone inlay.
Brass
$95Sale Price|20% Off
W 27.56 in L 78.75 in
Baltic Mist Handwoven Cotton Scarf by Studio Variously, Unisex
By Studio Variously
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, BALTIC MIST is a light weight scarf. It is beautifully handwoven and hand knotted in cotton by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design br...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...
1960'S Pyschedelic Floral Cotton Long Sleeve Mod Dress With Pockets
Located in New York, NY
1960'S Pyschedelic Floral Cotton Long Sleeve Mod Dress With Pockets
CHRISTIAN DIOR Nude Fabric Small Lady Dior Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
CHRISTIAN DIOR Nude Fabric Small Lady Dior Handbag. This adorable Christian Dior Lady Dior handbag is in good condition. The item does show some sign of use with some fading of the...
New Roberto Cavalli $6520 Silk Corset Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown 38
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Silk Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown Designer size - 38 ( please check measurements) 100% Silk, Gold Leafing Accent, One Shoulder Style, Side High Slit, Ruc...
Exuberant Champagne Diamante Cocktail Dress small
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage cocktail dress is made of silk and toile. We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: It has a built- in bra and the bodice has rhinestone and ...
1990's Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Knit Black Top
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
1990's Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Knit Black Top Size S Gucci knit draped top featuring plunging neckline, draped accent at front and snap closures at back.
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
New Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2008 Size 40 / US 8 Black Silk Strapless Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring 2008 black silk strapless dress! Features intricate interior corset boning that holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the sid...
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin
Located in San Diego, CA
What a dress!!! This gorgeous 1950s mermaid dress could have easily been on any of the 50s starlets! Pink Chantilly lace, intermixed with sequins throughout. Fitted throughout the bo...
1970's Guy Laroche Haute Couture Cream Silk Beaded Gown
By Guy Laroche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1970's Guy Laroche couture cream silk gown. High neckline, billowing sleeves and empire waist. Simple almost religious lines, this elegant piece appears highly influence by B...
$2,795
Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Bob Mackie 1980s Plunge Low Back 80s Long Sleeve Evening Nightgown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s BOB MACKIE for SAKS 5th AVENUE black and white plunging low back evening nightgown or evening gown! Features a sheer black and white mesh bodice, back and sleeves....
$749Sale Price|44% Off
Size: S
NEW Missoni Multicolor Metallic Lurex Crochet Knit Kaftan Tunic Top Mini Dress S
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
Classic MISSONI signature zigzag knit Stunning metallic colors With gorgeous golden lurex thread Black & golden contrast trimming So versatile, wear it as tunic top or micro dres...
$1,950
Size: Small / Small Medium
1960s Werle Beverly Hills Demi Couture Nude Ivory Silk Cotton 60s Vintage Dress
By Daniel Werle
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early 1960s WERLE of BEVERLY HILLS demi couture nude and ivory / white silk crepe and cottton mod dress! Features a fitted nude silk crepe underlay wiggle dress with attached...
Flower Power Sequin Jacket
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage gold silk jacket is embroided with colorful sequins flowers. We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: Fully lined. Can be worn on jeans or ev...
Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.
Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap. Today, the simplicity of a clutch or luxury evening bag remains as stylish as ever.
Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.
Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.
Shop an array of luxury designer evening bags and vintage minaudières in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.
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.
On the purse’s anniversary, we reflect on its remarkable versatility.