Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This iconic Prada Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag is a masterpiece that seamlessly merges designer sophistication with functional elegance.
Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This iconic Prada Tessuto Nylon Catena Chain Shoulder Bag is a masterpiece that seamlessly merges designer sophistication with functional elegance.
Prada Vintage Tessuto Nylon Messenger Bag
By Prada
Located in Roslyn, NY
Black nylon. Gold-Tone hardware. Dual chain and leather shoulder straps. Prada logo at front. Three interior compartments. Middle compartment has top zippered closure. One interior z...
Prada Vintage Black Nylon Tessuto Shoulder Bag with Lucite Chain
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage PRADA Shoulder Bag with double lucite chain shoulder strap with interwoven leather. Crafted in black tessusto nylon canvas. Upper zipper closure. Black signature canvas linin...
Prada Tessuto Impuntu Nylon Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada Tessuto Impuntu Nylon Bag Black, diamond quilted bag designed with leather woven silver chain shoulder strap.
Prada Black Quilted Tessuto Nylon Convertible Shoulder Bag 1BH026
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
This beautiful Bag will come with a Certificate of Authenticity provided by Entrupy. The certificate will be provided at no further cost. PRADA black nylon quilted canvas shoulder ba...
PRADA "Tessuto" Olive Brown Diamond Quilted Leather Chain Strap Shoulder Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Thiensville, WI
PRADA "Tessuto" Olive Brown Diamond Quilted Leather Chain Strap Shoulder Bag Brand / Manufacturer: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Manufacturer Style Name: Tessuto Style: Shoulder b...
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H 5.52 in W 8.27 in D 2.37 in
Prada Contemporary Black Quilted Nylon Shoulder Bag with Chain Straps
By Prada
Located in Amman, JO
Prada Tessuto Impuntu quilted nylon shoulder bag This Prada Quilted Nylon Chain Shoulder Bag is a refined essential that blends practicality with iconic Italian design.
Prada Black Quilted Nylon Fabric Chain Bowling Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
The certificate will be provided at no further cost A chic fusion of sporty ease and refined luxury, this Prada Quilted Nylon Chain Bowling Bag is a standout for collectors and every...
Prada Black Quilted Nylon Tessuto Hobo Bag Plastic Strap B8360
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage PRADA quilted Hobo Shoulder Bag with black plastic chain shoulder strap. Crafted in black tessusto nylon canvas. Upper zipper closure. Hook and loop closure. Black signature ...
Prada Black Quilted Tessuto Nylon Hobo Bag Plastic Strap B8360
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage PRADA quilted Hobo Shoulder Bag with black plastic chain shoulder strap. Crafted in black tessusto nylon canvas. Upper zipper closure. Hook and loop closure. Black signature ...
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H 6.7 in W 10.44 in D 3.94 in
new PRADA Tessuto Nylon gold chain triangle logo flap crossbody shoulder bag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new PRADA Tessuto Nylon gold chain triangle logo flap crossbody shoulder bag Reference: TGAS/B00671 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Tessuto Nylon Chain Flap Material...
Prada Re-Edition 2005 Tessuto Re-Nylon Crossbody
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Prada Re-Edition 2005 Tessuto Re-Nylon Crossbody was made in Italy and it is crafted of a recycled nylon material known as Re-Nylon with black leather trimming and silver-tone h...
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H 6.5 in W 2.2 in L 8.5 in
Prada Re-edition 2005 Black Tessuto x Saffiano Small Chain Hobo 1221p13
By Prada
Located in Dix hills, NY
Prada Re-edition 2005 Black Tessuto x Saffiano Small Chain Hobo 1221p13 Date Code/Serial Number: 42 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 8.5" Width: 2.2" Height: 6.5" Shoulder Ha...
Prada Tessuto Nylon Gaufre Hobo Shoulder Bag Mint Green
By Prada
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Prada Tessuto Nylon Gaufre Hobo Shoulder Bag Mint Green These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.
Prada Black Quilted Tessuto Nylon Hobo Bag Plastic Strap B8360
By Prada
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage PRADA quilted Hobo Shoulder Bag with black plastic chain shoulder strap. Crafted in black tessusto nylon canvas. Upper zipper closure. Hook and loop closure. Black signature ...
Prada Vintage handbag whith metal chain- Tessuto model
By Prada
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
NYLON LINED OVER METAL LOGO DETAILED TECH LOGO BROWN LEATHER ZIPPERED NYLON POCKET (TRANS OF WEAR ON LEATHER) SILVER METAL LOGO TOP HANDLE CLIP ON CHAIN STRAP DUAL ZIPPERED CARGO P...
Prada Khaki Green Tessuto Nylon Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Structured, sophisticated, and stylish are some words that describe this shoulder bag! Crafted from the best quality material, the creation is adorned with the label's signature appe...
Prada Black Quilted Tessuto Nylon Chain Small Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Irvine, CA
Prada Small Shoulder Bag features black quilter Tessuto nylon with silver-tone hardware, double shoulder straps with chain and leather details, two rear exterior open pockets, zipper...
Prada Brown Quilted Tessuto Nylon Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Orlando, FL
This shoulder bag features a quilted nylon body, exterior side slip pockets, silver-tone shoulder chain, a top zip closure, and interior zip pocket. It carries as AB condition rating...
Prada Black Tessuto Gaufre Nylon Flap Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Masterfully created, this Prada shoulder bag is a style icon you cannot do without. Carry this chic black bag to complete your casual everyday look. It has a long chain strap, silver...
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H 8.5 in W 12 in D 4.5 in
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior Material: Nylon
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Clochette, Lock Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 8.5", Width 12", Depth 4.5" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior Materia...
Prada Quilted Tessuto Nylon Chain Black Convertible Shoulder Bag (1BH026)
By Prada
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This shoulder bag is made with Prada's signature nylon in quilted black. The bag features top zipper closure, silver-tone hardware and black logo jacquard interior lining. The bag is...
Prada Black Tessuto Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
For a look that is complete with style, taste, and a touch of luxe, this Prada bag is the perfect addition. Flaunt this beauty on your shoulder at any event and revel in the taste of...
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette, Keys, Lock Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 7.5", Width 11.5", Depth 2" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior Material...
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette, Keys, Lock Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 7.5", Width 11.5", Depth 2" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior Material...
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Lock, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 8.5", Width 11.5", Depth 4.5" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior Mate...
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Lock, Clochette, Keys Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 7.5", Width 11.5", Depth 2" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior Material...
Prada Black Tessuto Nylon Mini Backpack Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
We love anything Prada, and currently, this backpack has left us smitten! This backpack boasts fabulous style and outstanding details. It is crafted from nylon and is adorned with a ...
Prada Blue Tessuto Impuntu Nylon Chain Flap Bag
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flap bags like this one from Prada will never go out of style. It features a well-designed exterior and the front flap opens to an interior with enough space to keep your daily essen...
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Lock, Dust Bag, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 7", Width 10", Depth 4" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior M...
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Lock, Dust Bag, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 7", Width 10", Depth 4" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Medium Exterior M...
Prada Vintage Tessuto Quilted Black Nylon Mini Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Prada vintage Tessuto quilted mini bag in black nylon includes one long gold tone chain and leather strap that can be transform from shoulder bag to crossbody easily.
Prada Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 15", Height 9.5", Width 9.5", Depth 3.5" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Mini Exterior Material: Nylon...
Prada Chain Zip Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 20-23" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Zip Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Small Exterior...
Prada Chain Zip Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear and creasing on exterior, small stains on rear, light pilling on zipper tape, scratches and tarnish on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height...
Prada Chain Zip Shoulder Bag Ruched Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 9.5", Height 6.5", Width 9.5", Depth 4.5" Designer: Prada Model: Chain Zip Shoulder Bag Ruched Tessuto Small Exterior Material:...
Prada Pushlock Flap Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 10.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Prada Model: Pushlock Flap Chain Shoulder Bag Quilted Tessuto Small Exterior Ma...
Prada Tessuto Nylon Black Quilted Buckle Hobo Bag
By Prada
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This shoulder bag is made of black diamond quilted tessuto nylon.
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing, darkening and minor wear on exterior and underneath flap, scratches and tarnish on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 10.5", ...
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing, minor wear and light marks on exterior, underneath flap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 10",...
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Pen mark and small stain on side flap edge, light wear on base and flap corners. Creasing on exterior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measur...
Prada Beige Tessuto Nylon Re-Edition 2005 Baguette Bag
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
It has been crafted using beige Tessuto nylon and flaunts a logo plaque on the front.
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 10.5", Height 6.5", Width 10", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 20" Designer: Prada Model: Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Medium Exterior Materia...
Prada Bomber Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 13", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 24" Designer: Prada Model: Bomber Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Medium Exterior Material:...
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Light marks near strap base and underneath flap, creasing underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height ...
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Light marks near strap base and underneath flap, creasing underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height ...
Prada Pushlock Chain Flap Bag Quilted Tessuto Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Creasing on exterior, creasing, scuffs, indentation, mark and heavy oil slick underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: ...
Prada Pushlock Chain Flap Bag Quilted Tessuto Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Good. Odor in interior. Moderate darkening, wear and small marks on exterior, creasing underneath flap. Slight cracking on side opening wax edges, scratches and tarnish on...
Prada Chain Crossbody Bag Tessuto and Saffiano Leather Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Minor creasing on exterior, slight discoloration and light stain on rear, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2"...
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 6.5", Width 7.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Prada Model: Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Small Exterior Material: N...
Prada Padded Chain Flap Bag Tessuto Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Slight creasing on and underneath flap, light wear on shoulder pad, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height 6.5", Width 7.5", Depth 4...
Prada - Crossbody Tessuto & Saffiano Bag
By Prada
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Color: Pink Material: Nylon & Saffiano Leather ------------------------------------------------------------ Details: - long crossbody shoulder strap - chain link detai...
Prada Logo Chain Crossbody Bag Tessuto and Saffiano Leather Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 4.5", Width 6.5", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 21-23" Designer: Prada Model: Logo Chain Crossbody Bag Tessuto and Saffiano Leather Small Ex...
Prada Zip Pocket Chain Tote Bag Tessuto with Leather Small
By Prada
Located in Denver, CO
Condition: This authentic Prada bag is in excellent pre-loved condition. There are two faint exterior marks and light scratches to the hardware. Est. Retail: $2550 Includes: Dust b...
Prada Quilted Tessuto Nylon Chain Tote Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Montreal, Quebec
COLOR: Black MATERIAL: Tessuto nylon ITEM CODE: 31 MEASURES: H 12” x L 15” x D 4” DROP: 11” COMES WITH: Dust bag and box CONDITION: Excellent - pristine. Very clean. Made in Italy
LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI white Monogram Multicolore 2025 SPEEDY 25 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton x Takeshi Murakami Speedy Bandoulière 25 is crafted in white Monogram Multicolore canvas with natural cowhide leather trims. Accented with gold-tone...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Camera Bag Pigskin Leather Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown and gold toned hardware. Top zipper closure opens to a beige leather interior featuring a zippered pocket. This G...
Chanel Slot Machine Casino Minaudière Clutch 2023
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag by Chanel is a highly sought-after and exclusive piece from the 2023 Cruise collection. - Circa 2023 - From the Chanel 2023 Cruise collectio...
Christian Dior Vintage Trotter Diorissimo Shopper Bag Blue Beige
By Christian Dior
Located in Port Hope, ON
Very well known, this is a trotter pattern Christian Dior Diorissimo Shopper bag. It is made of canvas with leather trim, and the colors are blue and beige. There is another version ...
UNWORN Famous Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford 2003 Silver Grey Silk Evening Dress 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM STUNNING SILK DRESS BY TOM FORD FOR HIS FW COLLECTION 2003 FOR YVES SAINT LAURENT FEATURED IN THE AD CAMPAIGN, IN EDITORIALS AND SEEN ON THE RUNWAY, THIS IS...
$464Sale Price|20% Off
H 8 in W 2.5 in L 10.5 in
Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag Turnlock Calfskin Dark Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in dark navy featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap GG turnlock closure opens to a navy leather int...
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
Gucci Classic Coco-Brown Suede Handbag
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci Classic coco-brown calfskin suede handbag has three (3) separate compartments with the center one zippered. One compartment has two (2) open compartments and the last compartme...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
Cartier Must De Cartier Suede Leather Crossbody Bag
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Cartier Must De Cartier Suede & Leather Crossbody Bag combines rich burgundy suede and leather with elegant gold-tone hardware to offer a refined accessory for any setting. T...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Mini Lin Speedy 30 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Mini Lin Speedy 30 is crafted from iconic Ebene monogram canvas, complemented by dark brown leather trim and dual rounded handles. Measuring 11.8" ...
GUCCI black grained leather 1973 SMALL CROSSBODY Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Gucci 1973 Small Chain shoulder bag in black grained leather is a timeless expression of the house’s heritage. Featuring the iconic 1973 interlocking G detail, it...
$440Sale Price|20% Off
H 6 in W 2.5 in L 9 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Kiss-Lock Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder/crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black featuring gold toned hardware and a double leather strap. Top kiss-lock closure opens to a be...
Rare Fendi Victor Vasarely Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Fendi Vasarely baguette entirely embroidered with circular motifs evoking the works of Victor Vasarely. With parts in purple-pink lizard leather, green silk interior. Double F clasp ...
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...
Prada Large Brown Washed Top Handle Bauletto Bag Calfksin Leather
By Prada
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Prada Large Brown Washed Top Handle Bauletto Bag Calfksin Leather These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: GOOD Scuffs around the corners, base ...
The House of Savoy coat of arms and knotted rope on Prada’s seal herald that the iconic Italian luxury fashion house was named Official Supplier to the Italian Royal Household in 1919. Started in 1913 by Mario Prada, the brand’s original shop in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II still has the mahogany shelves that displayed its early wares such as travel items and handbags. Today, these fine leather goods are joined by the clothing, wallets and other various accessories that keep the brand on the cutting edge of fashion.
When Mario Prada’s granddaughter, Miuccia Prada (b. 1949), inherited the business from her mother in the late 1970s, Prada was recognized for its quality craftsmanship, yet it was still a modest-sized company. Miuccia, an enthusiast of unconventional Italian filmmakers who’d earned a Ph.D. in political science, 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. Soon the durable, water-resistant material was incorporated into Prada’s ready-to-wear collections for both men and women. No one had previously considered nylon a part of luxury fashion, and it wasn’t long before the family-owned company best known for its luggage was leading modern style that emphasized function as much as form.
Characterized by clean lines and a refined elegance that signaled the new direction of the legacy brand, Miuccia Prada 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, more playful 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.
Prada has regularly gone against the grain to elevate styles that have long been out of fashion. In 1996, there were dresses and skirts in clashing patterns and muted earth tones that seemed flat and outdated, all worn with chunky high wedge sandals. Fanny packs followed three years later, and elaborate lace in 2008. Each season continues to bring new eye-catching innovations for the historic brand, including enhanced attention to sustainability with Prada Re-Nylon, a new line of bags created from recycled ocean plastic.
Today, find a wide variety of vintage Prada evening dresses, bags and other items on 1stDibs.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.