Yves Saint Laurent Suede Mombasa Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Beige Suede Leather side panels Signature belt detailing Silver-tone hardware Medium size Iconic Mombasa silver-embellished top handle Magnetic snap closure Suede lining Inner zip p...
RARE Y2K Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Lipstick Red XL Mombasa Shoulder Hand Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM BY TOM FORD FOR YVES SAINT LAURENT Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag Designed by Tom Ford for his collection at YSL Perfect size - XL Mombasa to fit in all you...
A/W2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa suede bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This iconic Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag from the Fall/Winter 2002 is a striking example of early 2000s design, blending raw natural elements with refined craftsmanship.
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford era SS 2002 Silk Leopard Print Long Sleeve Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This famous collection brought iconic pieces from the Mombasa bag to wild animal prints. This rare and versatile silhouette features a slightly cowled boat-neck and classic sleeves i...
rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Mombasa lucite horn handle velvet evening bag
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford Mombasa lucite horn handle velvet evening bag Reference: TGAS/F01084 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Tom Ford Model: Mombasa Horn Handle Handbag ...
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Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag with horn discs and leather trim. Unworn, NOS.
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H 10.5 in W 3 in L 15 in
Saint Laurent Mombasa Hobo 02mz0710 Brown Suede Leather Shoulder Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 130157 002058 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 3" Height: 10.5" Handle drop: 3.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Includes Dust Bag...
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H 10.2 in W 2 in L 15 in
Saint Laurent Mombasa ( Rare ) Xl Hobo 12mt915 Black Leather Shoulder Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Serial Number: 102336 213317 Size (Inch)W 15.0 x H 10.2 x D 2" Shoulder Drop. 7.1 " Size (...
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H 12 in W 3 in L 14 in
Saint Laurent Mombasa Limited Edition 21mt914 Light Pink Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Designer: Yves Saint Laurent , by Tom Ford Dimensions: 14" x 12" x 3" Handle Drop: 7" Handle drop: ...
Brown Leather Mombasa Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Brand:Yves Saint Laurent Color: Brown Year / Season: A/W 2002 Mombasa Bag Colour: Brown Fabric: Leather, Silver metal Dustbag: No Serial Number: 116051 213317 Measurements when laid ...
2002 Yves Saint Laurent metal horn Mombasa bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2002 Yves Saint Laurent metal horn Mombasa bag Designed under Tom Ford’s direction for Yves Saint Laurent, the 2002 Mombasa bag is a legendary accessory that blends primal energy wi...
Yves Saint Laurent Mini Mombasa Bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
"What bamboo is to Gucci, the horn is now to Saint Laurent,” said Tom Ford when announcing the launch of the Mombasa bag. Cult favourite, this mini mombasa has a hobo-esque silhouett...
YVES SAINT LAURENT by Tom Ford Mini Velvet Mombasa Bag with Crystal Handle
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Austin, TX
YVES SAINT LAURENT by Tom Ford Mini Velvet Mombasa Bag with Metal and Crystal Handle. Condition: Very good.
Yves Saint Laurent Gold Bronze Sequin Mombasa Bag YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
From the Tom Ford era at YSL, the Mombasa was the coveted iconic it bag of the early 2000s.
Tom Ford for YSL Black Velvet Mombasa Bag with Rhinestone Handle
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This unique Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent black velvet Mombasa bag has a thick and textured tapered silver handle with large rhinestones.
Saint Laurent Mombasa Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
* Black calf leather * Ruched detailing * Gold-tone stud detailing & hardware * Iconic Mombasa gold embellished top handle * Magnetic fastening closure * Satin interior * Removable p...
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H 15.75 in W 16.54 in D 1.19 in
YSL by Tom Ford Mombasa Bag in Black Leather with Metal Horn Handle Large Size
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
YVES SAINT LAURENT BY TOM FORD MOMBASA BAG IN BLACK LEATHER WITH METAL HORN HANDLE LARGE SIZE Iconic YSL by Tom Ford Mombasa bag in large size from early 2000’s collection.
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Butter Yellow Leather Mombasa Bag, 2004
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
From Tom Ford’s celebrated Spring/Summer 2004 collection for Yves Saint Laurent, the Mombasa bag is one of the defining accessories of his tenure.
2000's Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag with Sculptural Horn Handle
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The YSL Mombasa bag in pink suede is one of the most iconic designs of the 2000s, renowned for its bold, sensual aesthetic and sculptural identity.
Yves Saint Laurent Black Leather Mombasa Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
YSL bag Mombasa model in its large size, made of black leather.
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Mombasa Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Capri, IT
Shoulder bag Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Mombasa model in black leather embellished with a gilded metal handle and red resin horn so chiseled arabesque motifs in relief
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Brown Leather Mombasa Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
A chic YSL chestnut brown leather mobassa hobo bag , with a horn handle and adjsutable strap The bag has a popper fastening and internal zip pocket. Measurements width 16'', height ...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Brown Leather Mini Mombasa Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Lovely mini Mombasa shoulder bag by Yves Saint Laurent. Brown leather.
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Brown Leather Mini Mombasa Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Lovely mini Mombasa shoulder bag by Yves Saint Laurent. Brown leather.
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Canvas Deer Horn Mombasa Bag Orange Large
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Bangkok, TH
This iconic Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa hand bag from the 2000's Tom Ford era is crafted of canvas in orange and dark brown leather features a deer horn handle.
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage F/W 2002 Mombasa Horn Handle Beige Bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2002 Mombasa bag. Features pleated beige leather, horn handle with silver hardware, folded adjustable leather beneath the handle a...
Yves Saint Laurent Tan Leather Mombasa Hobo Shoulder Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag in beige leather. Designed in 2001 by Tom Ford for Yves Saint-Laurent, the MOMBASA Bag was mentioned on the Wall Street Journal like a 'case-history' o...
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa Suede bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This 2002 YSL Mombasa bag is an early and highly collectible version of one of the house’s most iconic designs.
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa suede bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa black suede bag This 2002 YSL Mombasa bag is an early and highly collectible version of one of the house’s most iconic designs.
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa brown leather bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa brown leather bag This 2002 YSL Mombasa bag is an early and highly collectible version of one of the house’s most iconic designs.
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa suede bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This 2002 YSL Mombasa bag is an early and highly collectible version of one of the house’s most iconic designs.
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa black suede bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2002 Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa black suede bag This 2002 YSL Mombasa bag is an early and highly collectible version of one of the house’s most iconic designs.
Tom Ford for YSL Black Leather Mombasa with Horn Handle
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This black leather mombasa bag is from the Tom Ford-YSL era. It features a paneled caviar body with an earthtone horn handle that has silver hardware on it.
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