Rafael Sanchez Pearlized Suede Evening Bag
By Rafael Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
Rafael Sanchez, pearlized suede, evening bag with carved lucite, Lalique inspired accents. Braided cord strap.
Rafael Sanchez Pearlized Suede Evening Bag
By Rafael Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
Rafael Sanchez, pearlized suede, evening bag with carved lucite, Lalique inspired accents. Braided cord strap.
Chanel Lion Head Pearl & Leather Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Exceptional Piece - Chanel Lion Head Pearl & Leather Evening Bag Black, round shaped evening bag crafted from lambskin leather designed with iconic diamond quilting. Featuring over...
$191Sale Price|55% Off
Vintage 1950s Black Seed Bead Evening Bag, Mother-of-Pearl Frame
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
A black seed bead evening bag, circa 1950s-1960s, with a gold-tone frame accented with mother-of-pearl. - Dense black seed bead ground across the bag body and bead-covered top handl...
Chanel 2015 Votez Coco Black Pearl Plexiglass Minaudiere Evening Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing the Chanel limited edition "Votez Coco" clutch from the Spring 2015 collection. This chic black plexiglass minaudière features the empowering slogan "Votez Coco" (Vote Co...
Ivory Pavé Pearl Bead Oval Wedding or Evening Clutch Purse, Japan – 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
While its unusual oval shape is its most prominent feature, its textured surface—consisting of hundreds of pavé pearls—sets it apart from other evening bags. It reminds us of champag...
$295Sale Price|37% Off
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 The elegant evening purse - cosmetic case is designed with exotic mother of pearl ti...
Mini Chanel Pearl Embellished Mini Flap
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Sparkle Bags Disclaimer This authentic Chanel represents a sophisticated fusion of classic design and contemporary artistry.
Koret Gold Brocade Hand Bag with Pearl Closure
By Koret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful example of vintage elegance, this 1960's Koret gold brocade handbag features a richly textured metallic fabric and a pearl closure detail. The intricate brocade design cr...
Fine Judith Lieber Pearl and Crystal Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Pearl and Crystal Clutch A dazzling rectangular evening clutch by Judith Leiber, meticulously crafted with overlapping lappets of multi-colored faux pearls and crysta...
Chanel White Quilted Caviar Matelasse Faux Pearl Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
second Chanel Matelasse Faux Pearl Shoulder Bag White handbag,The bag body has varying degrees of blackening marks, and the pearl chain has worn and peeled off to varying degrees
Chanel Mini Single Flap Classic Pink w/Swarovski Pearls
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Sparkle Bags Disclaimer This authentic Chanel represents a sophisticated fusion of classic design and contemporary artistry. Meticulously crafted by a skilled Miami artisan, t...
$804Sale Price|20% Off
Carlo Zini Women's Contemporary River Pearls Embroidered Pochette Bag
By Carlo Zini
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
This is a world unique piece made by the legendary Carlo Zini Completely made in hte best italian artianal way River pearls embroidered one by one Can be worn crossbody Cm 12 x 15 (4...
Chanel Maxi Pearls Wallet on Chain WOC Black Quilted Mini Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Coco Chanel once famously declared, *"A woman needs ropes and ropes of pearls."* Decades later, the House of Chanel reimagined this ultimate feminine hallmark into an avant-garde m...
Chanel Medium Classic Single Flap Pearl-Embellished Bag with Black HW
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Sparkle Bags Disclaimer This authentic Chanel represents a sophisticated fusion of classic design and contemporary artistry.
Chanel Medium Classic Embellished Grey Pearl Flap Bag with Silver HW
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Sparkle Bags Disclaimer This authentic Chanel represents a sophisticated fusion of classic design and contemporary artistry. Meticulously crafted by a skilled Miami artisan,...
Chanel Mini Flap Bag w/Swarovski Iridescent Beige Pearls and Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Authentic Chanel Single Flap Mini. Secondary Market Design done by a Miami artisan. Hand Embellished with authentic Swarovski acrylic pearls. This authentic Chanel Mini Flap Bag is ...
Chanel Classic Single Flap Medium w/White Swarovski Pearls and Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Authentic Chanel Medium Single Flap Classic. Secondary Market Design done by a Miami artisan. Hand Embellished with authentic Swarovski crystals or acrylic pearls. This authentic Ch...
UNWORN GUCCI Y2K Turquoise GG Monogram Crystals, Beaded Pearls & Lizard Skin Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A Gucci signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded turquoise bag with lizard trimmings Pink gold hardware with the Gucci siganture GG and tiny crystals Adjustable str...
Valentino Garavani Petit Sac DeVain 2010s Pearls Embroided Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Valentino
Located in PARIS, FR
Valentino Garavani clutch bag in ecru leather, entirely embroidered with faux beads and rhinestones, gold-tone metal details, short detachable gold-tone chain shoulder strap, beige c...
$775Sale Price|20% Off
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 ...
Marguerite Stix Shell Minaudiere with a Pearl and Cabochon Ruby Clasp circa 1965
By Marguerite Stix
Located in New Hope, PA
This rare shell minaudiere from Marguerite Stix has a ruby cabochon and large blister pearl for the clasp and a gold washed frame. It is signed Stix on both sides of the clasp and th...
Herve Leger Pearl White Evening Bag
By Herve Léger
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a beautiful Herve Leger evening bag. The evening bag is a pearlescent white leather covering the exterior of the bag. There is a latch snap closure at the top of th...
Pearl and Velvet Embellished Vintage Evening Bag
Located in VERGT, FR
So cute ! Mini evening bag in fabric 100% polyester and velvet ribbon Carry hand and shoulder Dimensions: 14 x 18.5 x 4 cm Handle: 46cm Like New Customs fees and vat are included. T...
Valentino Garavani Brown Leather Pearl & Beaded Evening Handbag
By Valentino
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is an absolutely stunning Valentino Garavani Brown leather evening handbag embellished with black beans and white pearls. Minimal flap closure with classic Valentino Swarovski c...
20th Century Faux Pearl & Glass Bead Hand Bag-Hong Kong
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century faux pearl & silver glass hand beaded Hong Kong evening bag. This rare floral motif Hong Kong bag features shimmering, tiny pearl ascent white beads with iridescent fau...
VINTAGE 1950 AMAZING BAROQUE PEARL AURORA BOREALIS COMPACT PURSE
Located in San Francisco, CA
AMAZING 1950 compact purse. Exterior with baroque pearl essence stones with Aurora Borealis embedded upon them and in between pearl stones.. Two compartments 1 side for your lipstic...
Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse with Mother of Pearl and Key Holder
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Please contact dealer prior to purchase for White Glove shipping options. Delicate and Elegant! Beautiful Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse w. Mother of Pearl Accent and Matchin...
Daniel Swarovski Evening Bag with Pearls and Silk
By Daniel Swarovski, Swarovski
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Swarovski - (Made in France) Small evening bag with pearls and silk interior. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 16 cm, Width: 14.5 cm, Depth: 2 cm Condition: Very good...
CHRISTOPHER KANE Runway pearl embellished black satin evening bag
By Christopher Kane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTOPHER KANE Runway pearl embellished black satin evening bag Reference: TGAS/C01294 Brand: Christopher Kane Model: Pearl Satin bag Collection: Runway Material: Satin, Faux Pearl...
Judith Leiber Pearl Egg Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
GORGEOUS Judith Leiber swarovski crystal egg minaudiere in excellent condition. Multicolor swarovski crystal design with delicate pearl details. Button closure opens to a gold leath...
Small Swarovski Evening Bag in Fabric, Chains and Pearls, 2000s
By Daniel Swarovski, Swarovski
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Swarovski - (Made in France) Small evening bag in fabric, chains and pearls. Piece dating from the early 2000s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: W...
Judith Leiber Vintage Navy Lizard Evening Bag with Pearl & Stone Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Vintage Navy Lizard Evening Bag with Pearl & Stone Clasp. This bag is in excellent condition and comes with the coin purse, duster, and cards. Measurements: Length...
Gold Washed Sterling Framed Evening Bag Citrines, Pearls and Italian Needlework
Located in New Hope, PA
The superb quality of this bag is evident in the hand worked needlepoint on fine mesh over silk and the double sided gold washed sterling silver frame with swan mounts and jewels on ...
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H 4.25 in D 0.25 in L 5.75 in
Vintage VALENTINO Garavani Black Bead Pearl Evening Mini Clutch Bag w/ Chain
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage VALENTINO Garavani Black Bead Pearls Rhinestones Evening Mini Clutch Bag w/ Chain Product details: The purse comes with the original dust bag and tugs Black silk Featuring b...
Judith Leiber 1980's Vintage Black Lizard Evening Bag with Pearl Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber 1980's Vintage Black Lizard Evening Bag with Pearl & Rhinestone Clasp. This bag comes with the duster, comb, compact, compact cover, and original cards. It is in excell...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Bead Pearl Wedding Evening Bridal Mini Bag Bride Bridal
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Perfect for brides, bridal, and wedding festivities Badgley Mischka Vintage Encrusted with pewter beads, clear crystals, and ivory pearls Silver hardware Excellent vintage condition,...
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H 6.2 in W 1 in L 9.5 in
Vintage 1940's Purse Embroidered Floral Beaded Wristlet Evening Bag Pearl Pastel
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in black faille silk and embellished with trailing floral embroidery in shades of green, pink, blue, lilac, yellow and apricot with pearlescent beads and gold toned metal be...
Gucci by Tom Ford Rare Black Mink Gold Pearl Embellished Evening Flap Bag
By Gucci
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S' NOTES Mink Gold tone hardware Faux pearl Leather interior Magnetic snap closure Made in Italy Measures 8" W x 4.5" H x 2" D
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H 5 in W 7.5 in D 2 in
Chanel Black Small Three Pearl Kelly Top Handle Satchel Evening Flap Bag W/Box
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Chanel Black Small Three Pearl Kelly Style Pearl Top Handle Satchel Evening Flap Bag W/Box Silk Leather trim Faux pearl Leather lining Made in Italy Handle drop 2.5" Measures 7.5” W...
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H 4.75 in W 6 in D 3 in
Chanel Black Small Gold Charm Pearl Top Handle Satchel Evening Flap Bag In Box
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Chanel Black Small Gold Charm Kelly Style Pearl Top Handle Satchel Evening Flap Bag In Box Satin Leather Faux pearl Leather lining Date code present Made in Italy Handle drop 3&quo...
Chanel pearl bag Spring 1997
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Jewellery bag made of glass pearls in blue and green tones. 1997 Spring-Summer Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 29 cm - Widt...
RUNAWAY Chanel Pearl-Shaped Minaudiere
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
When we think of Chanel, we instantly think of fantasy pearls. This vintage minaudiere is crafted from lustrous ivory plexiglass and shaped like a ball. It opens with a pale gold-ton...
Vintage Tiny Minaudiere Embroidered Pearl Bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unknown - Minaudiere entirely embroidered with pearls. Golden metal fastener with green and red rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 17...
Marta Marzotto Pearls, Ruby, Emerald Pochette
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Masterpiece by Marta Marzotto, Italy Embroidered black textile Stunning stones application Baroque pearls Ruby Emerald Amazing golden closure Golden chain Cm 24 x 25 (9.4 x 9...
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 pockets. Measurements: width 8'', height 6'', depth 1''
Nettie Rosenstein Gold Pearl Rhinestone Envelope Clutch 60s
Located in Gresham, OR
Nettie Rosenstein 60s evening envelope clutch in gold lamé fabric covered in pearls studs and rhinestones. Gold satin lining with elasticized pocket.
Measures 10.25" x...
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 and mirror. Original comb included. Bag has a short gold-plate chain and comes in or...
Vintage Brass and Mother of Pearl Heart Minaudière
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fall in love with this vintage Brass Heart Shaped Clutch, a true gem that captures hearts with its enchanting design. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this clutch features...
50s Hand-Beaded French Handbag with Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Gresham, OR
Exquisite and delicate 1950s hand-beaded French handbag by Di Pinna. Forest green beads arranged in a intricate herringbone pattern with an embellished metal frame with gold-tone me...
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.
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.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.