Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse
By Morabito
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse with leather piping. Unusual
Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse
By Morabito
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse with leather piping. Unusual
$680
H 12 in W 7.5 in D 1.25 in Dm 9 in L 7.5 in
A hand embroidered handbag, depicting a rustic scene, Morabito, Paris, 1950s
By Morabito
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
by master craftsmen and luxury good manufacturer Morabito. executed in silk, in fine and varied
Morabito "Boutique" Multi-Color Floral Silk Scarf
Located in New York, NY
Morabito of Paris "Boutique" multi-color floral print silk scarf measures 30" x 30" and
Morabito, Paris Summer Clutch
By Morabito
Located in New Hope, PA
from Morabito, Paris. The front flap and the back of the bag are bright white faille while the
Morabito Croc Bag with Jade Clasp
By Morabito
Located in New York, NY
Morabito, paris, glazed, cognac colored, croc handbag with a jade clasp. Interior is all leather.
Morabito French Hand-Beaded 50s Evening Bag
By Morabito
Located in Gresham, OR
in pristine condition. Morabito Paris: This glamorous leather purveyor was
Morabito, Paris Center Cut Mini Alligator Duffle
By Morabito
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful quality Morabito, Paris mini duffle bag with detachable shoulder strap. Deep brown center
Morabito Paris Caviar Hand Beaded Gold and Silver Evening Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
pockets and the Morabito, Paris label. It is in excellent condition. Measurements; Height 7" Width 9
Morabito, Paris Fine Needlework Evening Bag or Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
This elegant petit point bag is worked on the smallest scale and is beautifully done. The multi color floral bouquets cover the front and back of the bag with a border of flowers on ...
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H 7 in W 7 in D 2.75 in L 10.5 in
Exquisitely beaded handbag, with floral motifs, Morabito, Paris, 1950s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Morabito, and still operating in Paris today.The workmanship and design were always of the very highest
Morabito Beaded Foldover Clutch
By Morabito
Located in New York, NY
. Completely seed beaded in black on the other side. Beautiful quality from Morabito, Paris.Excelletn condition
Exceptional Morabito Paris crocodile clutch/bag 60s
By Morabito
Located in Verviers, BE
Exceptional vintage Morabito black porosus crocodile clutch/bag. A real treasure and unique to find
Morabito Crocodile 1960s
By Morabito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Morabito is located in Paris and has been making luxury jewelry, travel cases, handbags and other
MORABITO CREAM ALLIGATOR HANDBAG 1960'S
By Morabito
Located in New York, NY
MORABITO CREAM ALLIGATOR HANDBAG. THIS IS THE FINE WORK OF THE MORABITO COMPANY OF PLACE VENDOME
1960's French Lizard Skin Purse with Lock
Located in Toronto, ON
High quality vintage 1960's French lizard skin purse. Labelled 'Morabito 1 place Vendome Paris
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H 6.89 in W 10.83 in D 2.37 in
A Very Rare Black Vintage Crocodile Handbag by Jean-Baptiste Morabito of Paris
Located in By Appointment Only, GB
In his day Jean-Baptiste Morabito received 'Tout-Paris', in his Boutique on the rue Saint Honore
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...
Jane Andre 1950s Full Skirt Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black dress by Jane Andre in a cotton linen blend. It has cap sleeves, a drop waist and full skirt. There is fine band around the crew neckline and the drop waistline ending ...
$5,597Sale Price|20% Off
Size: IT40
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...
Elegant Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Chic Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch made in France from antique Chinese textile from the early 20th Century. Wonderful quality with marcasite set fern motifs with Gre...
$75
Size: 9.5 petite; comparable to petite
New Schiaparelli Nude Thigh High Hosiery Stockings, Original Box – Petite, 1960s
By Schiaparelli
Located in Tucson, AZ
In those faraway days before full hosiery the sirens wore thigh high stockings, which necessitated another sexy little number—the garter—to hold them up. We personally think it was ...
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...
$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...
$1,512Sale Price|20% Off
New Rare Oscar De La Renta 2020 Gold Alibi Minaudière Bag With Box & Tags $2250
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Conroe, TX
Oscar De La Renta Brand New with Box $2250 * Absolutely Stunning! 2020 Alibi Minaudière Resort 2020 Collection Metallic Gold Leather Antiqued Gold-Tone Hardware Suede Trim Flat Hand...
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
1990s Pierre Balmain Demi-Couture Cherry Blossom Embroidery Dress Coat Hat Set
By Balmain Ivoire, Balmain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous creme cherry blossom embroidered Pierre Balmain demi-couture dress set. From the 1990s, this stunning set is comprised of a matching sleeveless dress, coat, and...
Vintage Gianni Versace Black Cut Out Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sexy 90s Gianni Versace Black Cut out gown. Dress marked size 42 See measurement: Bust: 34” / Waist 28” / Hip: 38”
Dolce & Gabbana Fall F/W 1997 Velvet Coat with Fox Fur Trim
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Baar, CH
Dolce & Gabbana 1997 Velvet Coat with Fox Fur Trim Rare Dolce & Gabbana coat from the Fall 1997 collection. Made of thick black velvet with large floral print in pale blue and beige...
GUCCI by Tom Ford 2004 Exotic Silver Dragon Encrusted Crystal Bag Clutch Bamboo
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD UNIQUE EVENING BAG WITH GORGEOUS JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL LIMITED EDITON - ONLY VERY FEW PIECES WERE PRODUCED OF THIS FABULOUS BAG AND SOLD TO A SELE...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snakeskin Acrylic Lucite Handle Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare deep red Gucci bag from the early 2000s is crafted from dyed Karung snakeskin and finished with gold-tone hardware and a sculptural red lucite handle. Approximate Measure...
Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Charming Jean Bernard Figural black suede bag from Paris, 1950's. Black fluted half moon shape with tubular suede loop handle. Faille lining with various compartments. 8.5" x 4.5" x ...
Moschino vintage black heart bag
By Moschino
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Moschino 90’s Vintage black leather Heart bag. Designed by Franco Moschino. Vintage Condition; 7/10 Made in Italy. Height-7 Depth- 3" Width- 9" Handle Drop- 3.5"
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.
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.