Vintage Boho R & Y Augousti Snake Skin Clutch Purse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Boho R & Y Augousti Snake Skin Clutch Purse is a luxurious, timeless accessory that
Vintage Boho R & Y Augousti Snake Skin Clutch Purse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Boho R & Y Augousti Snake Skin Clutch Purse is a luxurious, timeless accessory that
R&Y Augousti Vintage Shagreen and Brass Sculptural Clutch
By R & Y Augousti
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning and almost new R&Y Augousti sculptural clutch is a statement piece. The elements are
R & Y Augousti Embroidered Leather Clutch With Shagreen Closure
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ria & Yiouri Augousti have been pursuing their passion to create 'modern vintage' furniture, decor
R & Y Augousti Red Snakeskin Clutch With Exotic Wood Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ria & Yiouri Augousti have been pursuing their passion to create 'modern vintage' furniture
R&Y AUGOUSTI Black Stingray Leather Geometric Clutch Handbag
By R & Y Augousti
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage R&Y AUGOUSTI clutch comes in dark gold tone brass with stingray leather cover, a geometric
R&Y Augousti Red Stingray Clutch
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This clutch is by R&Y Augousti. It is red-orange stingray and features a magnetic closure. It is in
R & Y Augousti Cranberry Python Leather Stingray Clutch Bag
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Vintage R&Y Augousti Python Clutch - Cranberry Material: Exotic leathers Color: Cranberry Width: 28
Sleek Silver Metallic Python Cylinder Clutch Bag Designed by R & Y Augousti
Located in University City, MO
lined in plush black felt and labeled R & Y Augousti on a brass metal plate Makes a very chic
Melo Gold Silk Envelope Pouch , Zero-Waste Light Weight Travel Accessory
By Studio Variously
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The Melo Pouch reflects a slower approach to luxury, where craftsmanship and intention guide every detail. Handcrafted by artisans using responsibly sourced silk, each piece is creat...
Hermès "Love Tattoo" Jungle Love Shawl
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Jungle Love Tattoo Shawl was designed by Robert Dallet from the French Natural History Museum in Paris. The scarf glorifies the incomparable fur, the strong features and might...
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
In the captivating language of Alexander McQueen's FW 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Collection, this jacket or blouse is a poetic embodiment of elegance and drama. Its sleek black Silk...
$890
Size: please refer to measurements
VERA WANG 90's/00 Tan Evening Gown w. Bustle Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang 1990's-2000's Vintage Tan / Beige color, neutral tone Train that bustles at the back Size tag missing will measure later, appears to be a 2/4 Great vintage condition, no ri...
$200Sale Price|20% Off
H 11 in W 1 in L 15.5 in
1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI business clutch bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap combination lock closure opens to a beige pigskin leather inte...
2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow
By Krizia
Located in Austin, TX
2000s KRIZIA Sheer mini beaded nylon and spandex with beading Condition: Excellent 33" bust, 30" waist, 31" hips, 29" length One size ( fits US 0 - 6 )
Thierry Mugler Fall 1997 Couture Faux Fur Brown & Gold Sparkly Coat - Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Sheffield, GB
Thierry Mugler Fall 1997 Couture Faux Fur Brown & Gold Sparkly Coat. Plush Brown & Gold Thick Faux fur Coat with Stole style exaggerated collar line and farrier hook closure,...
Gucci Vintage 1955 Metallic Purple Lizard Clutch
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci 1955 metallic purple lizard clutch - collectors item. Features signature horsebit detailing, lizard leather skin, detachable chain strap with Gucci branded magnetic closure an...
$454
H 5.5 in W 1.5 in L 9 in
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...
John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
A rare John Galliano bias cut Carnation dress from the Dolores collection, Autumn-Winter 1995-96. Of Bianchini Férier ivory and black satin backed rayon acetate crêpe inset with int...
$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
Dolce & Gabbana Runway Beige Dress 1998SS
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite Dolce & Gabbana beige dress is a true collector's item, gracing the brand's iconic 1998 spring/summer runway. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the dress f...
Coblentz 1960s Original Fold Over Embroidered Clutch
By Coblentz
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1960's Coblentz clutch is so timeless and elegant! Get your hands on this beautiful fold over style clutch that is soo reminiscent of the playful sophistication of the 1960s! Wo...
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Deep Blue Python Convertible Chain Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This deep blue Gucci convertible bag, designed by Tom Ford for the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, is crafted from bold python skin. The style debuted on the season's runway on multip...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2007 Runway pink lace leather cascade drape ruffle top IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2007 Runway pink lace leather cascade drape ruffle top IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/D01020 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: 2007 Mate...
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Suede Flower Super Mini Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From 2003, Tom Ford designed this black suede Yves Saint Laurent evening bag. Constructed entirely of black suede, this petite bag features silver hardware and a flap design with a b...
Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more on 1stDibs.
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Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.