Rodo Dark Chocolate Silk Clutch Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo dark chocolate bag featuring a long shape, a shoulder silver tone chain could go inside the clutch, a top logo silver-tone claps fastening, and inside plaque and an inside pocke...
Chanel Silver Sequins and Silk Clutch Hand Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel silver sequins and silk clutch handbag. - Silver toned Hardware - Open top and flat handles - Satin Lining. - Size: 20cm L x 0.3cm W x 16cm H. Handle Drop: 14cm.
30s Deco Velvet Clutch in Persimmon Silk w/ Rhinestone Clasp
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1930s Art Deco style silk velvet evening bag in persimmon color with a rhinestone paste clasp and small chain handle. Beautiful!
Measures 7" x 5"
Judith Leiber Teal Peacock Feather and Sequin Silk Crystal Handle Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fabulous Judith Leiber evening clutch comes in a vibrant teal green silk satin completely embellished with peacock feather and sequins with a matte lucite handle detailed with b...
Bulgari Printed Silk Clutch Bag, Circa 2000
By Bulgari
Located in Geneva, CH
Some colors fill you with joy the moment you see them and the luminous fuchsia shade of this early 2K0 Bulgari clutch bag does exactly that ! Made in Italy from printed silk, it wil...
Yves Saint Laurent Satin Silk Muse Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Geneva, CH
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent black satin silk "Muse" clutch, featuring a succession of gold zips sewn all around this evening bag. This unusual piece opens to a matching black sat...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Evening Lilac Silk Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lilac silk clutch bag featuring an envelope shape, an under front flap gold-tone snap, an inside gold-tone logo stamp and an inside compartment. Circa 1980s. ...
Judith Leiber Silk, Jadeite and Crystal Convertible Evening Clutch, 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Tucson, AZ
For those who feel more comfortable at a whisper than a shout, this evening bag brings a little less bling than the pavé crystal minaudières that made Judith Leiber famous, but still...
Revillon, Paris Red Leather and Silk Clutch or Shoulder Bag
By Revillon
Located in New Hope, PA
This is an absolutely gorgeous red woven silk and leather bag designed by Revillon and Made in France. The gorgeous lipstick red woven silk is used on the front and back of the bag ...
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H 6.25 in D 2.25 in L 9 in
Silk clutch bag with a very large silver, marcasite, and crysoprase clasp, 1930s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A ravishing, unique and highly decorative clutch bag, in green and red silk lame fabric, shot through with gold, with a very large silver, marcasite and green crysoprase clasp, that ...
Hermes Rare Multi Color Silk Cosmetic Pouch Wristlet Baguette Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Grab. Go. Repeat. Silk Silver hardware Leather zipper pull Made in France Measures 8.3" W x 6" H
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...
Faux Tortoise Shoulder Bag/Clutch, c.1980s
Located in Alford, MA
Convertible clutch in faux tortoise shell features a textured goldtone clasp and gold chain. The chain folds away to convert to a clutch. Fabric interior with side compartment. Made ...
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Gilt Metal Crystal Medallion Minaudiere c 1980s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian gilt metal crystal medallion minaudiere' evening bag c 1980s The elegant gold metal evening bag has a satin matte finish. The front exterior panel is adorne...
$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 ...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
$1,170Sale Price|40% Off
Size: 7.5
New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet Satin Final Collection Heels Sz 7.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 7.5 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci * 4.75" Heel * 1/2" Platform * Velv...
$38,392
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Flapper Minaudiere
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Minaudiere. Black Celluloid with blue bakelite fittings and sapphire crystal inlay. Large black silk tassel conceals lipstick holder. Lid opens to reveal po...
Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Charming Jean Bernard Figural black suede bag from Paris, 1950's. Black fluted half moon shape with tubular suede loop handle. Faille lining with various compartments. 8.5" x 4.5" x ...
Larisa Barrera Metallic Beaded Evening bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Larisa Barrera Metallic Beaded Evening bag. The bag is completely covered in sequins and beads in metallic hues. The bag is silver hardware with clasp covered in beads and stones tha...
Glossy Black Vintage Hand Clip Handbag
Located in Milano, IT
Fabulous vintage shiny black handbag designed in the 1990s, made in Italy. The handbag works by a clip mechanism, has no cantenine, so it is worn by carrying it by hand. fine. The ha...
Chanel 1988 Black Velvet Vintage Kelly Top Handle Minaudière Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Black Velvet Vintage 80's Micro Mini Top Handle Minaudière Clutch Bag 1988 Spring Summer Haute Couture Gold Hardware Nylon Trim Quilted velvet Kelly style chain top handle...
Chanel 90's Satin Silk Quilted Mini Gala Red Carpet Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 90's Satin Silk Quilted Mini Gala Red Carpet Clutch Circa 1989-1991 Gold hardware Hammered vintage cc snap logo Black quilted satin silk Gold lambskin interior lining Inte...
F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Pearl Chainmail Satin Evening Bag
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace designed this elegant black satin evening bag for the Gianni Versace Fall/Winter 1999 collection. This chic bag is constructed of black satin and features a silver-...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Genuine Alligator Red G Buckle Strap Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vibrant red crocodile Gucci convertible clutch, designed by Tom Ford, is from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection. Crafted entirely from genuine alligator leather in a stri...
1960s Black Resin Rhinestone Embellished Evening Clutch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant and sleek 1960s black resin rounded rectangle evening clutch. Interesting swivel claw closure, embellished with rhinestones. Clean black velvet interior. Fits an iPhone. Exce...
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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