$396Sale Price|20% Off
New Spring 2005 Collection Kate Spade Wicker Straw Rattan Clutch Bag
Located in Conroe, TX
Kate Spade Wicker Bag Very Rare From Her Spring 2005 Collection This is the last collection before she sold her brand to Neiman Marcus Brand New * Beautiful Golden Wicker Clutch * P...
Amazing High Quality Woven Rattan Clutch Bag with Green Crystal by Gedebe
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Gedebe clutch bag showcases a unique combination of natural and luxurious elements, creating a standout, glamorous accessory.
KATE SPADE Spring Forward Wicker Snail raffia straw rattan crossbody clutch
By Kate Spade
Located in Hong Kong, NT
KATE SPADE Spring Forward Wicker Snail green raffia straw rattan crossbody clutch Reference: TGAS/F00283 Brand: Kate Spade Model: Spring Forward Wicker Snail Material: Straw, Raffia,...
1970s Orange Rattan Clutch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorable 1970s orange rattan bag! Tightly woven glossy rattan material in a summery orange color.
New Spring 2005 Collection Kate Spade Wicker Straw Rattan Clutch Bag
Located in Conroe, TX
Kate Spade Wicker Bag Rare From Her Spring 2005 Collection Brand New * Beautiful Golden Wicker Clutch * Pink Leather * Gold Hardware * One Interior Zippered Pocket * Two Open Interi...
New Spring 2005 Collection Kate Spade Wicker Straw Rattan Clutch Bag
Located in Conroe, TX
Kate Spade Wicker Bag Rare From Her Spring 2005 Collection Brand New * Beautiful Golden Wicker Clutch * Pink Leather * Gold Hardware * One Interior Zippered Pocket * Two Open Interi...
Chanel CC Wristlet Clutch Rattan and Calfskin
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 5", Width 10.5", Depth 2" Designer: Chanel Model: CC Wristlet Clutch Rattan and Calfskin Exterior Material: Leather, Wicker...
Salvatore Ferragamo Black/Brown Rattan and Satin Bow Chain Clutch
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made in Italy, and blooming with beauty is this beautiful chain clutch by Salvatore Ferragamo. It is made from woven rattan and styled with black satin in a bow design.
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H 3.94 in W 1.38 in L 4.73 in
Salvatore Ferragamo Mint Green/Brown Rattan and Satin Bow Chain Clutch
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made in Italy, and blooming with beauty is this beautiful chain clutch by Salvatore Ferragamo. It is made from woven rattan and styled with mint green satin in a bow design.
Rattan Shoulder Handbag / Clutch made in Italy, 1960s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960s brown rattan shoulder handbag / clutch with brass snap closure is made in Italy.
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Kwanpen Peach Pink & Black Long Lizard Clutch Handbag Gold Hardware
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kwanpen peach & black long lizard clutch handbag with gold clasp. Flap front bag is long and elegant and easy to carry. Fully lined in bitter orange textured leather and tan textured...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
Kathrine Baumann Leopard Design Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite handmade designer, Kathrine Baumann, who is the celebrated handbag maker to the stars, leopard pattern pillow shaped minaudière, evening bag or evening clutch is completely...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
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...
Chanel Black Quilted Timeless Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Signature interlocking CC logo - Silver-tone hardware - Diamond quilted lambskin leather - Top bar and kiss lock - Main compartment - Internal zip fastening compartment P...
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
By Narciso Rodriguez
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...
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...
$924Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Opulent Jeweled Serpent Clasp Evening Bag
Located in University City, MO
Opulent jeweled serpent clasp evening bag The elegant evening bag is designed with a crystal encrusted serpent clasp The embossed chocolate brown vinyl covering emulates re...
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...
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unique YSL hanky hem cocktail/evening dress from the early 1980's. The lace trim along the hem and all over the bodice has a touch of sparkle with jet black beading. Full flare to th...
1980s Brass Evening Bag by Scheilan Firenze, Retro Women's Glamour
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Scheilan Firenze evening bag is a captivating example of 1980s fashion. Its bold design, metallic finish, and ornate details make it a true statement piece. It's a perfect acces...
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Pendant 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880s * The chain is sold separately This exquisite Victorian heart pendant, crafted in 15ct yellow gold, beautifully embodies th...
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
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.