As New Miu Miu Madras Leather Bag with Jewels
By Miu Miu
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Amazing and as new Miu Miu bag Madras leather bag with jeweled clasp Period: 2020s Materials: Leather (madras), gold-tone metal, crystal embellishments Color: Black with gold details...
Miu Miu Pink Leather Mini Tote Bag with Gold Hardware, Women's, Italy
By Miu Miu
Located in Amman, JO
Miu Miu Madras leather tote bag in pink with gold-tone hardware Sweet, structured, and seriously iconic — this Miu Miu mini tote is the kind of bag that instantly upgrades any outfit.
Miu Miu Pink Bicolore Goatskin Madras Chain Shoulder Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Miu Miu Pink Bicolore Goatskin Madras Chain Shoulder Bag SKU: 152214 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Item is in good condition with a...
Miu Miu Iride Blue Madras Leather Boston Satchel with Shoulder Strap
By Miu Miu
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
A refined Miu Miu Boston satchel crafted in Italy from supple Madras leather in a rare iridescent blue tone.
Miu Miu Orange & Red Leather Madras Bicolor Shoulder Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in Bala Cynwyd, PA
This Miu Miu Madras Bicolor shoulder bag is a perfect everyday bag, containing four different compartments including a snap closure pocket on the back.
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H 5.5 in W 3 in L 8.75 in
Miu Miu Crystal Flower Ring Madras Flap 12mz1211 Pale Pink Leather Cross BodyBag
By Miu Miu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
OVERALL LIKE NEW CONDITION ( 9.8/10 or SA ) Includes Dust Bag, Shopping Bag and Everything Shown Retail $2100 Signs of Wear: The item was used once. This item will ship out immediate...
Miu Miu Bicolor Madras Crossbody Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in Amman, JO
Miu Miu Bicolor Madras Crossbody Bag Feminine and sophisticated, this Miu Miu satchel showcases a striking two-tone pink color palette crafted from luxurious textured leather.
Miu Miu 2018 Madras Silver Crossbody Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in London, GB
We are excited to present this lovely Miu Miu 2018 Madras silver Handbag with a removables silver crossbody chain.
Miu Miu Madras Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Envelope Shoulder Bag Leather
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Envelope Shoulder Bag Leather, crafted in pink leather, features a long leather strap, envelope flap, and gold-tone hardware.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Convertible Tote Leather Medium, crafted in blue leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and gold-hardware.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Convertible Tote Leather Medium, crafted in blue leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and gold-hardware.
Miu Miu Madras Zip Chain Tote Leather Large
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Zip Chain Tote Leather Large, crafted from black leather, features dual leather straps, protective base studs, and gold-tone hardware.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Hobo Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Convertible Hobo Leather Small, crafted from pink leather, features a detachable top handle, adjustable crossbody strap, protective base studs, and gold-tone hard...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small, crafted from dark pink madras leather, features dual rolled handles with belted accents and gold-tone hardware.
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small, crafted in black leather, features an adjustable leather shoulder strap, crystal-embellished giant buckle, and gold-ton...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Wool Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Wool Small, crafted in green wool, features an adjustable leather shoulder strap, crystal-embellished giant buckle, and gold-tone hard...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Flap Crossbody Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Crystal Flap Crossbody Bag Leather Small, crafted in pale pink leather, features chain link strap with leather, crystal-embellished giant buckle, and gold-tone ha...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small, crafted in black leather, features an adjustable leather shoulder strap, crystal-embellished giant buckle, and aged gol...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small, crafted in light pink leather, features an adjustable leather shoulder strap, crystal-embellished giant buckle, and gol...
Miu Miu Madras Lady Convertible Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Lady Convertible Bag Leather Small is a stylish and gorgeous bag that's perfect for the modern fashionista.
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small is crafted in blue leather and features an adjustable leather shoulder strap, crystal-embellished giant buckle, and gold...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Lock Tote Leather Small showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Wool Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Wool Small is a gorgeous bag perfect for the modern fashionista.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leather Large
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leather Large, crafted from gray leather, features dual-rolled handles, exterior zip pocket, accordion sides and gold-tone ...
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H 9.5 in W 14.5 in D 5 in
Miu Miu Madras Zip Chain Tote Leather Large, crafted from black leather
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This Miu Miu Madras Zip Chain Tote Leather Large, crafted from black leather, features dual leather straps, protective base studs, and gold-tone hardware.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leather Medium showcases a chic and stylish design perfect for everyday use.
Miu Miu Madras Bowler Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 8.5", Width 11", Depth 6", Strap Drop 17-19.5" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Bowler Bag Leather Small Exterio...
Miu Miu Madras Bowler Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 8.5", Width 11", Depth 6", Strap Drop 17-19.5" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Bowler Bag Leather Small Exterio...
Miu Miu Madras Dahlia Saddle Bag Denim Large
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 7", Width 9.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 15-22.5" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Dahlia Saddle Bag Denim Large Exterior Material: Denim ...
Miu Miu Madras Front Zip Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 9.5", Width 11", Depth 6", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Front Zip Tote Leather Medium Exte...
Miu Miu Madras Front Zip Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 8", Width 8.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Front Zip Tote Leather Medium Exterior Mater...
Miu Miu Madras Dahlia Saddle Bag Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 11-13" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Dahlia Saddle Bag Leather Medium Exterior Mate...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Tote Vitello Shine Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 9.5", Width 13.5", Depth 5.5", Strap Drop 16.5-18.5" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Convertible Tote Vitello S...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Poignet, Clochette, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Convertible ...
Miu Miu Madras Fiocco Bow Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5.5", Height 8", Width 11.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 17.5-19" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Fiocco Bow Tote Leather Mediu...
Miu Miu Madras Front Zip Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Extra Strap, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 9", Width 10", Depth 6", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Front Zip Tote Leather...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Poignet, Clochette, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 19-22" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Convertible ...
Miu Miu Madras Front Zip Tote Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Extra Strap, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 9", Width 10", Depth 6.5", Handle Drop 6", Strap Drop 19-21", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Miu Miu...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Hobo Denim and Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Dust Bag Measurements: Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Convertible Hobo Denim and Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather, Denim Exterior Color: Blue, Red ...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 3", Strap Drop 19.5-21.5" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small Exterior Material: ...
Miu Miu Madras Zip Around Tote Studded Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 11", Width 10.5", Depth 6" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Zip Around Tote Studded Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leathe...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 19.5-21.5" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small Exterior Materi...
Miu Miu Madras Chain Clutch Matelasse Leather with Glitter
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Box, With Strap Measurements: Height 6", Width 8", Depth 1", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Chain Clutch Matelasse Leather with Glitter Exterio...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Hobo Denim and Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Luggage Tag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 7.5", Height 9", Width 9.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 18-20" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Convertible Hobo Den...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 9", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 21-24" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small Exterior Mate...
Miu Miu Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22-24" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Crystal Buckle Shoulder Bag Leather Small Exterior Material: Leat...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Top Handle Bag Leather Mini
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 6.5", Width 7", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 23-25" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Convertible Top Handle Bag Lea...
Miu Miu Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leather Medium
By Miu Miu
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 8", Width 11", Depth 5", Strap Drop 18-21" Designer: Miu Miu Model: Madras Convertible Compartment Top Handle Bag Leat...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...
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 New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
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New Gucci Nouveau Python Fringe Bamboo Runway Clutch Bag in Red $3750
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags $3750 A Rare Find New Hand Stitched Stunning Red Python Bamboo Python Accent Leather Lining & Dual Zippered Interior Pockets Magnetic Closure at Front I...
2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Genuine Snakeskin Brown Shoulder Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by John Galliano in 2002, this sleek dark brown Christian Dior bag is crafted from python skin with leather accents. The shoulder bag has a flap design with a buckle closure...
$6,895
Size: Extra Large
Vintage 1990s Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse Gold CC Charm
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Discover this Vintage 1990s Authentic Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse with iconic gold CC charm — the ultimate statement for any Chanel collector or luxury lover. ...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
Prada Blue Silk Top with Neck Drape
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous navy blue silk top from Prada. It is semi fitted, sleeveless with a crew neck. An 11" drape falls from one side of the neckline. It has a back invisible zipper. Fits siz...
Vivienne Westwood Hand Cut Moire Corset Style Velvet Red Cocktail Dress 1998
By Vivienne Westwood Gold Label, Vivienne Westwood
Located in Chicago, IL
Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022) designed this corset-style hourglass-shaped red velvet evening cocktail dress with its outsized double bow and sheer moire faux underlay for her "Dresse...
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...
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1999 Runway black Mao Mandarin collar jacket FR38 M
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1999 Runway black Mao Mandarin collar jacket FR38 M Reference: TGAS/D00763 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: 1999 - Similar design on the R...
$3,250
H 6.3 in W 11.42 in D 4.73 in
F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing an exceptionally rare Miu Miu Runway bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection—a cult-favorite season that defined the brand’s early 2000s aesthetic. Seen on the runway, t...
Schiaparelli 48H Travel Bag
By Schiaparelli
Located in Glasgow, GB
Faithful to the spirit of the Schiaparelli House, the "Souvenir Travel" bag will be your go to 48 Hour Travel Bag. It also features many tributes to its founder, Elsa Schiaparelli, s...
Balenciaga Haute Couture Printed Silk Dress with Provenance
By Balenciaga
Located in New Hope, PA
Cristobal Balenciaga designed this printed silk dress for Mona von Bismarck, the five times married New York socialite, philanthropist and member of the International Best Dressed Li...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Pink Devore Velvet Evening Gown w/Jeweled Trim
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Studio City, CA
2010 F/W Dior by John Galliano pink devore velvet evening gown with plunging neckline and beaded/rhinestone trim at front neck and back. In excellent condition - gown was not shown o...
The brainchild of Miuccia Prada (b. 1949), Miu Miu is largely known for its vintage day dresses, shoes and bags, and embodies its creator’s unconventional, effervescent and contemporary femininity in a style that is a delightful departure from the traditional chic of parent brand Prada, an iconic Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1913.
Miuccia, the granddaughter of Prada founder Mario Prada, joined the family business in 1970 after earning a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Milan. When she inherited the business from her mother in the late 1970s, the brand was recognized for its quality craftsmanship, yet it was still a modest-sized company. Miuccia introduced the concept of using pocone — a military-grade water-resistant nylon that feels like silk. Nylon revolutionized the fashion house’s business, with the first Prada nylon backpack released to universal acclaim in 1984.
Characterized by clean lines and a refined elegance that signaled the new direction of the legacy brand, Miuccia debuted her first ready-to-wear collection for women in Fall/Winter 1988. More inventive fashion would follow in the ensuing years, such as the 1993 launch of the more affordable Miu Miu line, which was aimed at a younger audience, and the introduction of Prada Sport in 1997 — a collection now widely seen as prescient for its embrace of athleisure.
Today, Miuccia still heads the fresh, colorful and quirky Miu Miu line, which is embraced by celebrities with a similar sense of sartorial rebellion, like Madonna, Drew Barrymore and Chloë Sevigny.
Miu Miu’s iconic handbags and purses are upbeat, daring and youthful. The sequined Club version is a favorite, available in matelassé leather in neutrals, bright colors or metallics. The sparkling, embellished Crystal is a stunning standalone, while the Madras is a classic structured leather design.
Find vintage Miu Miu dresses, skirts and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
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.