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 that this bag is slightly quilted, with seams to emphasize the shape of a scallop sh...
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 that this bag is slightly quilted, with seams to emphasize the shape of a scallop sh...
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 classic Nantucket basket, combining the traditional craftsmanship of woven rattan wi...
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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 fastener. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 23 cm x ...
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag Reference: BSHW/A00077 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Acrylic Color: Gold Pattern: Solid ...
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 In: France Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 6" Height: 12" Handle Drop: 4" OV...
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 item is a genuine CHANEL Lambskin Quilted Ca D'Oro Flap in Off White. The elegant ...
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 treasure originates from an actual seashell, complete with gold leather lining, and ...
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 statement vibrant gold shoulder bag. It is super chunky in shape but has a simple de...
1960s White Wicker and Seashell Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This 1960s top handle bag is so much fun! Frame style bag with white wicker body and a pearlized white frame and top handles with brass screws. The front features a collage of real 3...
1980's Lisette New York Seashell Tapestry Train Case Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fun and functional Lisette of New York train case style handbag with a gold tone metal frame and a seashell motif tapestry fabric. The swivel handles part to reveal a hammer style c...
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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...
1970s Judith Leiber Seashell Evening Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Dallas, TX
This amazing evening clutch either dates to the late 1970s or the early 1980s. My research has found both, so I'm not sure which is correct. The shell clutch is made from a real seas...
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
Condition: Great. Minor peeling on exterior, light scuffs in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 4", Width 4", Depth 2", Stra...
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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
DOLCE & GABBANA Gorgeous brand new with tags, 100% Authentic Dolce & Gabbana Women's Bag. Model: CAPRI tote bag Color: Multicolour Capri Theme Seashells Material: 80% Cotton 10% Le...
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: Heavy wear, discoloration, tarnish and scratches on exterior and hardware. 45106MSC ...
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 innovative twist on a conch seashell which opens to reveal a clock where one would typically...
18k Gold
Judith Leiber Crystal Encrusted Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Clasps are topped with seashell like pearls. Purse is lined in gold leather, has an optional gold chain strap and comes with a comb, mirror and coin purse.
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 perfect for special occasions. Meticulously crafted with a real conch sea shell in pearle...
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...
1988 Stephen Sprouse Sequin Gown
By Stephen Sprouse
Located in Austin, TX
1988 Stephen Sprouse sequin gown with off center racing back. Has stretch. Orange, pink and yellow color Condition: Excellent Size 6
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
$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...
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1989 Vintage Fitted Open Back Black Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Open Back Fitted Dress Size XS Black Alaïa sleeveless mini dress with tonal stitching throughout and cutout at back. All Eyes on Alaïa For the last half-cen...
$235Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1 in
Evans Gilt Metal Guilloche Enamel Evening Bag Compact Case c 1950s
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
Evans Opulent gilt metal guilloche enamel evening bag - compact case c 1950s The elegant gold metal case has an etched sun burst finish. The front exterior panel is adorned with a g...
$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...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace dress with molded bustier
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, black lace dress with blush pink lining and molded busier designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1993. This is a very collectible and highly documented piece. Lace...
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...
Roberto Cavalli Burgundy Satin Slip Dress With Gold Metallic Print
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Roberto Cavalli burgundy slip dress with a decorative floral flocking print featuring thin straps, a slip dress style bodice, and...
Hermes Kelly Cut Braise Crocodile Clutch Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Cut bag featured in vivid Braise Niloticus Crocodile. This exquisite lipstick red Hermes clutch is perfect day to evening. Lush with...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 4 in L 6.25 in
Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
By Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy, Harry Rosenfeld
Located in University City, MO
HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side ...
Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare vintage 1940s Chanel couture gown. Straight silhouette gown comprising a skirt and a blouse, delicate plunging backline decorated with a bow. Material: silk, lac...
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...
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.
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.