Vintage Seashell Handbag
Located in New York, NY
This vintage seashell purse is so sweet! I have a soft spot for anything shell-shaped, and I love
Vintage Seashell Handbag
Located in New York, NY
This vintage seashell purse is so sweet! I have a soft spot for anything shell-shaped, and I love
1950s Woven Panama Straw Drawstring Pouch Purse W/ Pastel Seashell Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Woven Panama Straw Drawstring Pouch Purse W/ Pastel Seashell Embellishment
Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bag with Seashells
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Nantucket rattan basket bag with seashells is a unique and charming variation of the
$750
Size: One Size Fits All
Oscar de la Renta Charcoal Straw Bag with Seashell and Beach Glass Decoration
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New Hope, PA
This charming clutch bag from Oscar de la Renta puts a whole new spin on the words "beach bag". Made from a charcoal colored straw, which is very finely woven, it has the best orname...
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VINTAGE ORNATE GOLD SEASHELL COMPACT PURSE
Located in San Francisco, CA
Height: 3 1/8"
Length: 5 1/2"
Depth: 3/4"
Please email or call us at 415.440.1554 if you have any questions.
We invite you to visit our boutique l...
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H 9.84 in W 5.51 in L 12.2 in
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Pm Octagon Seashell Bowler 870099 Brown Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.2 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 31 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
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H 11.8 in W 5.9 in L 14.9 in
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Monogram Mm Seashell Medium Stop Sign Octagon 869959 Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...
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H 11.8 in W 5.9 in L 14.9 in
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Monogram Mm Seashell Bowler 868973 Brown Coated Canvas Sat
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...
Fortuna Golden Metal Seashell Bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Fortuna - (Made in Italy) Golden metal seashell bag. Interior ornamented with beige suede. Snap
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag Reference: BSHW
Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Seashell Bowler Bag 94lk328s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Seashell Bowler Bag 94lk328s Date Code/Serial Number: MI1908 Made
Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Bowler Bag Clam Seashell Octagon 551lvs310
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI0999 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 6" Height: 12" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Lock (No Key) ...
Chanel Paris-Venice Ca D’Oro Seashell 3D Embroidered Flap Bag Large Off White
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Paris-Venice Ca D’Oro Flap Bag Seashell 3D Embroidered Flap Bag 2009 Large Off White This
Rare Vintage Judith Leiber Seashell Minaudière Purse w/ Convertible Gold Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare vintage Judith Leiber seashell minaudière, with detachable gold chain! This unique
Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A retro gem from the 1970's! This beautiful seashell bag really leans into the era by making this
1960s White Wicker and Seashell Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
white frame and top handles with brass screws. The front features a collage of real 3D seashells on a
1980's Lisette New York Seashell Tapestry Train Case Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
seashell motif tapestry fabric. The swivel handles part to reveal a hammer style clip closure. Both sides
1970s Judith Leiber Seashell Evening Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Dallas, TX
found both, so I'm not sure which is correct. The shell clutch is made from a real seashell with an
Celine Taupe Leather Medium Seashell Hobo
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Featuring a chic and fabulous style, this Celine hobo is distinctive and very modern. Crafted from leather, the bag features a rounded shape, a front pocket and a single handle. It c...
Loewe Seashell Pouch Calfskin Mini
By Loewe
Located in NY, NY
: Loewe Model: Seashell Pouch Calfskin Mini Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Brown Interior
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H 12.6 in L 14.18 in
Dolce & Gabbana Multicolour White Cotton Capri Seashells Bag Tote Handbag DG
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in WELWYN, GB
: CAPRI tote bag Color: Multicolour Capri Theme Seashells Material: 80% Cotton 10% Leather 7% Polyester 2
Chanel CC Seashell Drop Necklace Metal with Pearl and Resin Gold
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel CC Seashell Drop Necklace Metal with Pearl and Resin Gold Pearl Resin Condition Details
1960-70s Tiffany Schlumberger 18kt Gold Conch Seashell Desk & Purse Clock
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New york, NY
The present Schlumberger Tiffany 18kt yellow gold Conch Seashell clock is a magnificently
18k Gold
Judith Leiber Crystal Encrusted Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
shaped clasps decked with rhinestones and ruby red glass cabachons. Clasps are topped with seashell like
60s Woven Seashell Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Woven Seashell Purse. Handmade. Drawstring closure, unlined.
Judith Leiber Snail Evening Clutch Seashell
By Judith Leiber
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Judith Leiber Snail Evening Clutch Seashell is a one-of-a-kind designer piece
Y2k Trompe L'oeuil VERSACE Denim Print Sequin Patterned Strappy Slip Mini Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Gorgeous Y2k Vintage 'Donatella era' Versace Strappy, sequinned mini dress ! Crafted in a Denim Trompe l'oeuil rayon material with the front panel being completely covered with thou...
1990s vintage animal print blazer jacket by Moschino Jeans
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Beautiful 1990s vintage animal print blazer jacket by Moschino Jeans. In perfect vintage condition, no signs of fading or pulling appart, with pockets. Seen on the ICONIC Fran fine o...
Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s
By Emmanuelle Kahn
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with large mother of pearl buttons and a large notched portrait collar. The long, full r...
Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...
S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Sheer White Sleeveless Ruffle Top
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Spring/Summer 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella sheer white sleeveless ruffle top debuted on the season's runway. The lightweight, semi-transparent fabric is adorned with delicat...
$225
H 4.5 in D 2.25 in L 7 in
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black Satin Egg Shaped Versatile Clutch - Shoulder Bag c 1980s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black matte satin egg shaped clutch - shoulder bag c 1980s The elegant black satin evening bag is adorned with a cluster of clear diamante' crystals encrusted in ...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
$795
H 8.25 in W 5.25 in D 3 in
New Tyrolean Brown Suede Mini Steamer Trunk 24-Karat Gold Plate Filigree, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Hands-down the most clever, unusual and sculptural evening bag we’ve seen, this extremely collectable handbag resembles a miniature 1930s steamer trunk—if steamer trunks had been sur...
Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy collectors piece. Absolutely gorgeous documented Thierry Mugler dress, Spring Summer 1999 Collection. Documented on the runway as well as on the iconic portrait of Man...
Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 50s demi couture pale blue French Lace wrap blouse top! Features a chiffon backing, with taffeta covered button. Attached taffeta ribbon ties multiple times around the wai...
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...
2017 Dior LockBox Zodiac Limited Edition Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Bag signed Dior model LockBox made of smooth black leather with front painting depicting the symbol of cufflinks and gold hardware. Equipped with a removable black leather shoulder ...
Beautiful 1920s Bronze Gold Fully Beaded Vintage 20s Flapper Purse Bag Pouch
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1920s bronze and brown fully beaded evening bag! The perfect alternative to a clutch! This rare gem features two gold metal chains, and can be adjusted to wear long or shor...
$2,250
Size: none; comparable to size XXS
Nude Net and Panné Velvet Tiered Flock of Seagulls Ruffle Dress- XXS, Late 1920s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Fully restored, this breathtaking dress recalls the ethereal evening gowns designed by Jeanne Lanvin and Coco Chanel in the late 1920s. Using a skin-tight nude net body stocking as i...
$425Sale Price|38% Off
Superb 1980s Vicky Tiel Couture "Sara" Metallic Gold Lame Dress with Bolero (38)
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Port Hope, ON
Outstanding piece in excellent condition. The dress is boned to the waist and has a an inset bra. The permanent pleats of the skirt complement the gathers to be found at the bust and...
NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find is so flattering on. Deep plungin...
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.
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.
On the purse’s anniversary, we reflect on its remarkable versatility.