1980s Gianni Versace Black Oroton Canvas Crossbody Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a chic black oroton Gianni Versace shoulder bag, designed by Gianni Versace. From the 1980s, this fabulous black canvas bag is covered in oversized shiny black metal oroto...
$225Sale Price|23% Off
1980s Vintage Anne Klein for Oroton Black Patent Leather Clutch / Crossbody Bag
By Anne Klein
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage Anne Klein for Oroton black patent leather convertible clutch/purse/crossbody purse!
S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Ad Silver Oroton Metal Mini Evening Bag
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gianni Versace evening bag from the Spring/Summer 1998 collection by Donatella Versace is crafted from silver Oroton metal mesh. The structured rectangular silhouette features a...
1980s Vintage Oroton Gold Chain Mail Metal Mesh Tassel Box Bag Purse Handbag
By Oroton
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful, and rare vintage Oroton gold metal chain mail box bag! Complete with metal tassel on front, with hinges at the sides. Long gold metal chain, which can be doubled to carry ...
Rhinestone-studded Evening Bag
By Oroton
Located in Alford, MA
Black evening bag with rhinestones on front, gold frame and chain. Background fabric is gold metallic striated stripe. Black satin interior with side pocket.
RARE 90-s VINTAGE GIANNI VERSACE METAL OROTON MESH HANDBAG w/ CRYSTALS
By Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
90's VINTAGE GIANNI VERSACE HANDBAG Super chic and luxurious Gianni Versace crystal embellished evening handbag. Measures 7 x 5 x 3 inches. Lined with sumptuous silk lining Made...
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
Prada 2020 Boned Bustier Strapless Recycled Polyamide/Silk Midi Dress
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada 2020 bustier strapless dress. Features volumised skirt, bustier neckline, boning and midi length with tags. In excellent vintage condition. Brand: Prada Size: UK 8 Color: Black...
$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 clutch is designed with an organic mother of pearl clam shell Embellished with a ...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
$400Sale Price|52% Off
PRADA light blue nylon QUILTED CROPPE Jacket 40 S
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada quilted jacket in soldier blue, navy, and yellow nylon (100%). With flat collar, two buttoned flap pockets on the front sides, belted cuffs, and wide buttoned wa...
COMPLICE BY DOLCE & GABBANA SS 92 Dotted Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana, Complice
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 1992 rare halter neck bias cut dotted dress by Complice by Dolce & Gabbana. Long scarf at neck. Asymmetric hem. Zipper closure at back. The composition is 100% viscose.
Thierry Mugler Silk Corset Dramatic Sculptural Bustier Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Collectors piece. Dramatic pure Silk bustier, assuming Spring 1985 Collection. A masterpiece of sartorial artistry by the legend Mister Mugler...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Wool and Feather Suit, Ferre
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Haute Couture Wool and Feather Trimmed Suit by Gianfranco Ferre. Ivory wool is lined in silk, with 2 extravagant cuffs of varied white feathers, hand painted in silver...
New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Atelier Versace Velvet Lace Watercolor Purple/Pink Dress Gown S/S 1994 Collection Purple and Pink Watercolor Crushed Velvet and Lace, Corset Style, Fully Lined in Crinkle Silk, S...
2008 F/W Alexander McQueen Gold Embroidered Strapless Tulle & Satin Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Studio City, CA
2008 F/W Alexander McQueen creme-colored strapless cocktail dress with an embroidered bird, branches and flower motif sewn out of gold and copper metallic thread and tiny copper sequ...
A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France A cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery in sablé ...
John Galliano S/S 1998 see on Jennifer Aniston SAG Awards Mesh Overlay Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Montgomery, TX
John Galliano S/S 1998 see on Jennifer Aniston SAG Awards Lace Overlay Dress Vintage John Galliano Mesh Overlay Maxi Dress S/S 1998 Collection Jennifer Aniston stole the show with h...
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 42
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Sequin & Bead Embellished Evening Gown Size 42IT
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Sequin & Bead Embellished Evening Gown Size 42IT
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Sequin Embroidered Bird Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Sequin Embroidered Bird Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Collection: A/W 1997- Runway look #20 Designer: Alexander McQu...
Christian Dior Haute Couture by Gianfranco Ferre
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Haute Couture by Gianfranco Ferre of ivory mohair wool with Mongolian Lamb Sleeves. Cropped fitted shape. Handmade rhinestone dome buttons by Maison Goossens. Dior HC ...
1970s Celine Purple Skirt and Sweater Ensemble
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic and timeless Celine 100% wool jewel tone purple cardigan and gabardine skirt ensemble from the 1970's. The set features a cable knit and waffle cardigan with braided trim and...
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
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.