PRADA spring 1999 Charcoal grey Wool Bum Bag - Rare Runway Waist Bag
By Prada
Located in Sheffield, GB
PRADA spring 1999 Charcoal grey Wool Bum Bag - Rare Runway Waist Bag Crafted from Charcoal Grey Wool featuring leather / Chrome hardware and jacquard satin lining in both compartment...
rare PRADA Vintage glossy pink scaled leather silver clasp chain shoulder bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Vintage glossy pink scaled leather silver clasp chain shoulder bag Reference: MELK/A00389 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Leather Color: Pink, Silver Patter...
rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag Reference: TGAS/E00350 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Nylon, Leather Color: Black, Silver P...
Prada Resort 2004 Antique Brocade Chain Handle Bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
Incredible, ultra rare Prada brocade bag from the Resort 2004 ‘Victorian Edge’ collection.
Prada Fall 2000 Black Leather Zip Base Doctor's Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Incredibly rare Prada doctor’s bag from the AW00 collection.
Prada Fall 2000 Camel Leather Zip Base Doctor's Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Incredibly rare Prada doctor’s bag from the AW00 collection - look 34 on the runway.
$776Sale Price|32% Off
Prada Cervo Lux Chain Shoulder Bag in Iridescent Purple Sparkle Leather
By Prada
Located in Kingston, NY
This rare Prada Cervo Lux shoulder bag captures early-2000s glam with signature Italian edge.
$34,967Sale Price|40% Off
Prada Spazzolato Handbag as seen on Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada
By Prada
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Extremely rare Prada Spazzolato leather Bag color Cera, silver hardware.
Prada fine and rare 2004 drawstring tessuto mini bag
By Prada
Located in LONDON, GB
Constructed in Prada's tessuto nylon, this handy mini drawstring bag is 20cm high, and essential to take you from day to evening. Lined with silk, and with excellent condition sil...
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H 11.4 in W 3.54 in L 13.7 in
Prada Rare Vintage Mesh Tote with Pouch 868785 Black Nylon Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.4 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 29 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.54 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 9 cm(approx) S...
Prada Rare Nylon Bucket Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
We are very excited to present this Prada rare nylon floral bucket bag. Features soft structure, Prada hardware, removable strap and drawstring closure.
New Rare Prada Limited Edition Lurex Swing Corset Bag
By Prada
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Prada Lurex Bag Brand New $2950 * Stunning Lurex threading * Mint & Silver * Tube shape metal strap with leather corset details * Mint Satin Lining * Side Prada snaps open to ex...
rare PRADA Vintage pink satin acrylic translucent top handle tote bag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Vintage pink satin acrylic translucent top handle tote bag Reference: KNCN/A00043 Brand: Prada Material: Fabric, Acrylic Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Closure: Magic Tape Lin...
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H 18.12 in W 21.66 in D 0.4 in
PRADA Vintage Rare brown canvas leather trimmed XL flat crossbody bag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Vintage Rare brown canvas leather trimmed XL flat crossbody bag Reference: AEMA/A00067 Brand: Prada Material: Canvas Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Extra Detai...
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Robot Material: Mixed Materials Color: Red Pattern: Solid Extra Det...
rare PRADA Robot pink saffiano heart logo black Vitello nylon crossbody bag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Robot pink saffiano heart logo black Vitello nylon crossbody bag Reference: ANWU/A00036 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Nylon Color: Black Pattern: Mu...
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H 17 in W 24 in D 5 in
rare PRADA Elektra floral punk buckle pink silver studded flap crossbody bag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Elektra floral punk buckle pink silver studded flap crossbody bag Reference: ANWU/A00047 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Elektra Material: Leather Color:...
rare PRADA Vitello Vintage Twin Pocket aged leather crystal grommet tote bag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Vela black nylon silver punk studs straps logo plate crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/D01154 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Vela Material: Nylon, Leather Color: ...
rare PRADA green brown camo nylon colorful zip pull waist bum bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA green brown camo nylon colorful zip pull waist bum bag Reference: TGAS/C01621 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Nylon Color: Green Pattern: Camouflage Closure...
rare PRADA Elektra floral punk buckle pink silver studded flap crossbody bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Elektra floral punk buckle pink silver studded flap crossbody bag Reference: ANWU/A00047 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Elektra Material: Leather Color: Multi...
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm Reference: ANWU/A00148 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Robot Material: Mixed Materials Color: Red Pa...
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Robot red fur body mixed wire bolts keyring bag charm Reference: ANWU/A00148 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Robot Material: Mixed Materials Color: Red Pa...
rare PRADA Vela black nylon red punk studded logo plaque crossbody bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Vela black nylon red punk studded logo plaque crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/D01153 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Vela Material: Nylon, Leather Color: Black, ...
rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA black nylon silver triangle logo leather triple pouch waist bag Reference: TGAS/E00350 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Nylon, Leather Color: Black, Silver P...
rare PRADA Vela black nylon silver punk studs straps logo plate crossbody bag
By Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Vitello Vintage Twin Pocket brown aged leather crystal grommet tote bag Reference: TGAS/E00082 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Vitello Vintage Studded Twin Poc...
rare PRADA 2003 Vintage baby silk satin black grosgrain bow chain shoulder bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA 2003 Vintage baby pink silk satin black grosgrain bow chain shoulder bag Reference: TGAS/F00310 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: 2003 Material: Satin Color...
rare PRADA LINEA ROSSA Vintage wool fur hood padded coat leather belt bag IT44 L
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA LINEA ROSSA Vintage black wool fur hood padded coat leather belt bag IT44 L Reference: TGAS/D00099 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Nylon, Fur, Leather Color...
PRADA Tan Python Snake Skin Striped Belt Buckle Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare shoulder bag by PRADA comes in a gorgeous tan python skin leather and features a flap with a tan and brown canvas belt with buckle snap closure, brown leather straps with c...
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H 11.82 in W 9.06 in D 4.34 in
Prada Mesh and Metallic Leather Drawstring Shoulder Bag, Early 2000s
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Berlin, BE
A rare early-2000s Prada shoulder bag showcasing the brand's distinctive approach to technical luxury during the Y2K era.
Vintage PRADA Gold Metallic Leather Mini Handbag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare Vintage PRADA bag comes in a gold metallic leather featuring a mini style, top handles, logo emblem detail, inner pocket, and a clasp closure.
RARE & COLLECTIBLE Prada Fairy Bag
By Prada
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE & COLLECTIBLE Prada Fairy Bag in good condition.
Prada Iconic and Rare Crocodile Black Bag
By Prada
Located in Port Hope, ON
This exquisite and rare crocodile bag by Prada is a very unique find.
RARE Prada Raso Ricamo White Silk Crystal Beaded Frame Bag
By Prada
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Prada Raso Ricamo White Silk Crystal Beaded Frame Bag in fair condition.
Rare PRADA XL Exotic Purple Ostrich Skin Leather Top Handle Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Switzerland, CH
Elegance and delicacy characterize fine ostrich leather with its distinctive natural polka-dot texture with sophisticated allure. The precious yet very durable leather worked by hand...
rare PRADA Vitello Vintage Twin Pocket aged leather crystal grommet tote bag
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare PRADA Vitello Vintage Twin Pocket brown aged leather crystal grommet tote bag Reference: TGAS/E00082 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Vitello Vintage Studded Twin Poc...
Prada Vintage Fall 2004 Templi Bag Nylon Leather Quarzo Fumo Women's
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
Super collectible, super rare Prada Templi bag from the iconic AW04 collection.
Prada The Devil Wears Prada Miranda Priestly Handbag
By Prada
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Extremely rare Prada Spazzolato leather Bag color Cera, silver hardware.
Prada The Devil Wears Prada Miranda Priestly Handbag
By Prada
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Extremely rare Prada Spazzolato leather Bag color Cera, silver hardware.
Prada Nylon Tote Bag F/W 2004
By Prada
Located in Venezia, IT
Rare Prada Nylon Tote Bag F/W 2004 With original dustbag and card.
Prada Cahier City Saffiano Snake Animalier Black Leather Crossbody Bag
By Prada
Located in Denver, CO
Condition: This super rare and authentic Prada bag is in great pre-loved condition.
Prada marvelous and rare handbag, alligator crocodile skin
Located in Paris, IDF
Marvelous and rare handle bag by Prada, alligator crocodile skin, very delicate grey.
$2,300
H 9.26 in W 9.06 in
Chanel 2003-2004 Rose Pink Grained Calfskin Reissue Mademoiselle Lock Bucket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Good, normal signs of use, inside is clean, body has imprints, hardware has scratches. Accessorie...
S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford White Snakeskin Pattern Beaded Chain Small Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful white beaded snakeskin pattern Gucci bag, designed by Tom Ford. This fabulous flap bag is covered in shimmery beads and was highlighted in the March 2000 issue...
Iconic extremely rare Tom Ford for Gucci Damask « Dragon » purse FW 2004
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
Timeless in Nice.vintage.darling: The iconic «Dragon» handbags in alligator skin and the incredibly beautiful velvet with gold dusting from the era of Tom Ford at Gucci. Fall Winter...
Escada 2000s Pink Python Snake Skin Silver Link Evening Shoulder Bag Purse
By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 2000s ESCADA pink patchwork python snakeskin evening bag! Various shades of pink python matches anything! Front and back panels feature a slightly darker shades of pi...
S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Blue Snakeskin Pattern Beaded Chain Flap Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautiful grey beaded snakeskin pattern Gucci bag designed by Tom Ford from the Spring/Summer 2000 collection, this fabulous flap bag is covered in shimmery beads and was highligh...
Printed velvet and leather "Tribeca" bag with bamboo chain GUCCI
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed velvet and leather "Tribeca" bag with bamboo chain Snap closure under the flap. Jewellery dragon buckle with rhinestone and pearl embellishment on the top of the flap. Burgun...
$1,512Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci Tom Ford Era 2004 Limited Edition AD Era Bag Bamboo Chain Metallic
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Melbourne, VIC
prémode presents Gucci Tom Ford Era 2004 Bag. This limited edition bag was designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as the Creative Director for Gucci. Featuring absolutely gorg...
Chanel 1993 Vintage Gold Silk Brocade Bucket Drawstring Bag 24k GHW 68439
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68439 Chanel 1993 Vintage Gold Silk Brocade Bucket Drawstring Bag 24k GHW For 20 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintag...
Prada Brown Tessuto Nylon Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Discover the perfect blend of luxury and practicality with this Prada Tessuto Nylon Crossbody Bag. In Elegant Brandy (Golden Brown), this bag is constructed from resilient Tessuto ny...
Leather bag with python pattern and shoulder straps Bottega Veneta
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leather bag with python pattern and plastic turtle shoulder strap. Outside pocket with clasp. Pocket inside with zip. Suede lining. Small bag's mirror inside SIZE 30 cm X 15 cm X ...
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. Crafted from premium tessuto nylon...
VIintage Prada Clutch in Carved Leather Suede and Swaroski crystals
By Prada
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Prada Vintage bag with beaded detail and crocodile leather closure. Width: 34 cm/ 13,38 inches Height: 17 cm/ 6,69 inches Depth: 7 cm/ 2,75 inches Color: Brown Authenticity card: No ...
S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford White Grey Beaded Abstract Pattern Chain Flap Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci flap bag, designed by Tom Ford for the Spring/Summer 2000 collection, features a grey and white beaded abstract pattern with a shimmery finish. It includes a silver-plated...
$5,700
H 10.24 in D 2.56 in L 13.78 in
Prada Large Roccia Python Leather Tote Bag Unisex Gold Hardware 2010s
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Roccia python leather exterior with natural scale pattern Gold-tone hardware Double-rolled python leather top handles Detachable shoulder strap Open top to main compartment Partition...
BOTTEGA VENETA Parme pink 2016 GLIMMER AYERS INTRECCIATO Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta Glimmer shoulder bag in Parme lilac ayers, showcasing a softly iridescent scaled texture accented by sculptural cut-outs that reveal lilac intrecciato l...
Hermes Clic 16 Pink Chevre Leather Silver Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: HERMES Click 16 Shoulder Bag, Pochette, Chevre Leather, pink France stamp Z，There are minor signs of wear on the edges, and there are scratches on the metal components. A...
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 )
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2008 Black Leather Paisley Embossed Large Clutch Purse Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN c.2008 Black Patent Leather Paisley Print Flat Large Clutch Purse Bag Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 2008 Style: Clutch, handbag Color(s): Black & ...
$745Sale Price|50% Off
Size: One Size
Paco Rabanne 1960s Chain Link Silver and Gold Metal Evening Bag Handbag Purse
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic 1960s Paco Rabanne gold and silver metal chain link evening bag ! A true statement piece that successfully completes any outfit. In great condition Made in Italy Mea...
Christian Dior Samouraï 1947 Limited Edition Crocodile Bag by J. Galliano, 2007
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
An exceptional and extremely rare Christian Dior “Samouraï 1947” Limited Edition handbag, designed under John Galliano for the House of Dior in 2007, during Dior’s 60th anniversary c...
Prada Fall/Winter 1999 Black Techno Kitten Heels
By Prada
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very interesting Prada kitten heels from the fall/winter 1999 collection. Black elasticized techno fabric with a black grosgrain detail at the toe and tabs at the toe box and heel. B...
$705Sale Price|25% Off
H 9 in W 12 in D 6.5 in L 13 in
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 ...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Crossbody Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI crossbody bag is crafted of textured nubuck leather trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in black featuring a gold-toned horse-bit logo on the front. Front flap ma...
$9,800
Size: Small ( 2 )
Gianni Versace Fall 1992 Bondage S&M Collection Runway Leather Fringe 92 Pants
By Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare museum worthy vintage Gianni Versace Fall/Winter 1992 S&M Bondage Collection runway leather pants ! Naomi Campbell strutted down the runway in these trousers. High waisted fit w...
Prada Blue Silk Top with Neck Drape
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous navy blue silk top from Prada. It is semi fitted, sleeveless with a crew neck. An 11" drape falls from one side of the neckline. It has a back invisible zipper. Fits siz...
Ultra-rare Belle Époque pleated pink fine straw evening bag
Located in Rubiera, RE
Ultra-Rare Belle Époque Pleated Fine Straw Evening Bag with Gilt Brass & Pink Opaline Jewel Clasp – Pristine Original Silk Interior with Period Lockstitch Sewing – Museum Quality...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Leather Crossbody Bag Calfskin Green
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI crossbody bag is crafted of textured calfskin leather in green featuring matte gold toned hardware. Front flap magnetic snap closure opens to a luxurious nubuck in...
$1,232Sale Price|34% Off
Versus by ANTHONY VACCARELLO Versace Black Backless Lion Long Evening Gown
By Versus Versace, Anthony Vaccarello
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Versus by ANTHONY VACCARELLO RUNWAY rare sold out backless gown. Capsule collection with ANTHONY VACCARELLO A showstopper! US 4 fits, fits AU 6-8
Prada White Floral Shopper Calfskin Leather Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Prada White Floral Shopper soft calfskin leather Tote bag featuring floral leather detailing on the front and back, leather lining, Silver-tone hardware, Top handles. Circa 1999. 100...
Hermès Women's Kelly 32 Vert Anglaise Alligator Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Rare Hermès Kelly 32 in Vert Anglaise Alligator Mississippiensis with gold hardware. This exquisite exotic Kelly showcases beautifully matched scales and a deep jewel-toned green tha...
1960's Chain Mesh Shoulder Bag, Raoul Calabro
Located in New York, NY
1960's Chain Gilt Chainmail Mesh Shoulder Bag by Raoul Calabro. Hand linked 2 toned gold textured chain link with metallic gold leatherette liner. Long shoulder strap for shoulder or...
$1,758
Size: 20" x 5" x 14"
1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Leather Canvas Trotter Monogram Suitcase Luggage Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A decadent, luxury 1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR suitcase with art deco 'CD' detail buckle. A sturdy, yet elegantly constructed Christian Dior case made from rich, Smooth Chocolate brown lea...
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.
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.