Unavailable|$999
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint Charles, IL
day hand bag with a structured body. Features include vachette leather trim and base, dual rolled top
Unavailable|$998
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint Charles, IL
- Wonderful and a classic LV every day hand bag with a structured body. Features include vachette leather trim
Unavailable|$999
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Satchel Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint Charles, IL
classic LV every day hand bag with a structured body. Features include vachette leather trim and base
Unavailable|$2,985
Chanel Vintage Blue Lizard Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel vintage bag in blue lizard Good vintage condition, some signs of use. leathe ron the front
Unavailable|$3,701
Chanel Vintage Mini Lizard Logo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel vintage bag in black lizard and golden hardware Sold with card and hologram Size 16x11 cm
Unavailable|$4,656
1974 Hermes Fonsbelle Black Crocodile Purse / Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice hard to find Hermes 1974 5d in circle) Fonsbelle bag in nblack crocodile The strap can
Unavailable|$1,779
Hermes Vintage Fonsbelle Brown Box Leather Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice hard to find Hermes 60's Fonsbelle bag in brown box leather. The strap can be doubled
Unavailable|$3,223
2006 Chanel 2.55 Double Flap Bag in Golden Aged Leather
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Nice classical 2.55 Chanel bag in aged Golden leather and rose golden hardware. Style of aged
Coblentz Original Top Handle Bag Black Box Leather Structured Bag, 1960s
By Coblentz
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
black box leather, this structured bag features brass hardware and a hinged main compartment that's
Reich 1940s Exotic Skin Structured Bag with Fab Hardware
Located in Gresham, OR
super structured shape. Snap flap closure. Bag measures 8 1/2" wide, 6 1/2" tall and 3 1
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Lussac Shoulder Bag - 1995
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
structured bag is perfect for everyday and has 2 large interior pockets, 1 of which has a zipper
Chanel Brown Leather Flat Stitched Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
a very desirable versatility. Dark brown leather structured bag is stitched with signature Chanel
Chanel 1997-99 Deep Brown Caviar Leather Structured Handbag w/Dustbag 5484246
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
Beautiful structured bag with three compartments with one having a curved spring lock. The lining
Sold|$6,925
Hermès bag 'Cordeliere'
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - Black Crocodylus Porosus exotic leather 'Cordeliere' bag with a gold-plated cordeliere
Sold|$6,328
Chanel bag 1991s
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Quilted black lamb leather bag with a golden metal chain handle
Sold|$3,000
Chanel 2.55 Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Pale green caviar leather '2.55' shoulder bag featuring foldover top with twist-lock closure, a
Sold|$425
Bege Lizard Shoulder Bag
Located in Alford, MA
Beige lizard 1960s shoulder bag by Finesse features a heavy gold chain and structured body with
Alexander Wang Neon Yellow Rocco Bag 2way Boston Bag 326aw518
By Alexander Wang
Located in Dix hills, NY
" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Accessories: Dust Bag, Tag, Care Card Signs of Wear: Exterior
Sold|$1,934
Moschino gift box bag
By Moschino
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This Moschino handbag is a rare vintage piece, perfect for the holidays! Made in Italy, the black and red colors with a gorgeous ribbon detailing truly give it the look of a gift. A...
Sold|$645
Christian Louboutin Black Bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
front and sides of the bag. The interior of the bag is classic Louboutin red leather with one open and
Sold|$775
Lizard Skin Evening Bag
By Holt Renfrew
Located in New Hope, PA
Understated and elegant this is the perfect little vintage lizard bag from the 1960's, it was made
Sold|$525
1970s Brown Leather Hand Bag
Located in Paris, FR
1970s brown leather hand bag featuring an adjustable hand strap, a front gold tone claps opening
Sold|$750
Gucci GG Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci GG , coated canvas with navy leather trim shoulder bag. C. 1980's.
Sold|$950
Gucci Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci, leather shoulder bag, in off white with signature Gucci stripe. Gold hardware, with top
Sold|$2,149
Paco Rabanne bag 1969
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Tortoiseshell-color celluloid pastille bag with golden metal rings and fastener
Sold|$1,194
Givenchy large leather bag
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Givenchy - Large bag made of monogram canva and blue leather. Additional information: Condition
Sold|$1,671
Morabito black crocodile bag
By Morabito
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
MORABITO - Black porosus crocodile leather bag. Golden metal chain handle and clip fastener
Sold|$2,626
Chanel Brown Suede Bag
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Brown suede bag with a pompom. Golden metal attributes. Additional information
Sold|$2,626
Chanel Brown Suede Bag
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Brown suede bag with a pompom. Golden metal attributes. Additional information
Sold|$2,268
Christian Dior Bag/Clutch
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - gold metal bag / clutch with black passementerie strap. Additional information
Sold|$954
Celine navy shoulder bag
By Celine
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Celine navy shoulder bag. - Front pocket “Celine” turn lock closure. - Red leather
Sold|$3,462
Chanel bag 1989/1991
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Quilted brown suede bag with golden metal elements. 1989/1991 Collection
Sold|$6,447
Chanel bag circa 1994
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Quilted brown leather bag with tortoiseshell bakelite elements. 1994
Sold|$955
Dior Leather Clutch Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Leather clutch bag with golden metal attributes. Additional information
Sold|$8,358
Hermès exotic leather bag
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - (Made in France) Black alligator box bag. Gold-plated metal « H » fastener on a flap
Sold|$4,776
Hermès crocodile bag 'Cordeau'
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - (Made in France) Black crocodile Cordeau bag. Gold-plated fastener on a flap. Shoulder
Sold|$1,170
Celine Black Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine Black leather Bolide hand bag featuring detachable shoulder/crossbody strap (46,85in
Sold|$12,895
Chanel crocodile camera bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Black Porosus crocodile camera bag. Lamb leather lining and golden metal
Sold|$6,925
Chanel jersey bag 1982s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Black lamb leather and quilted jersey bag with a silvery and golden metal
Sold|$5,740
Chanel Mini Square Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel bag is crafted from quilted black lambskin. On the front flap there is the classic CC logo twist
Sold|$8,030
Hermes Black Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This vintage Kelly bag from Hermès is a true testament to the quality of the house's craftsmanship
Sold|$4,600
Chanel Patent Maxi Bag
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black patent leather maxi purse with gold chain. Condition: Excellent Measurements: Length 12" Height 8" Depth 3.5"
Sold|$811
G.R Fischelis bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
NOT SIGNED - Brown leather and fur handbag and shoulder strap. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 22 cm - Length: 39 cm - Depth: 7 cm - Length handle 1: 28 cm - Len...
Sold|$730
Céline Black Suede Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in London, GB
on the classic, structured shoulder and a basic essential that's as flexible and sturdy as it is
Sold|$550
Céline Brown Suede Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in London, GB
classic, structured shoulder and a basic essential that's as flexible and sturdy as it is stylish. The
LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Brown Epi Leather SAINT JACQUES BAG Shoulder Bag TOTE
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
- Elegant Brown 'Epi' Leather 'SAINT JACQUES' bag by LOUIS VUITTON - Unique shape & Large opening
Sold|$3,999
Hermès Black Box Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Hermès black leather shoulder bag with gold-plated hardware, leather interior and multiple
Sold|$1,050
Chanel Vintage Quilted Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Vintage black leather quilted shoulder bag featuring foldover top with twist-lock closure, gold
Sold|$234
Vintage Large Black Corde Bag
Located in London, GB
A great bag by British firm Corde. This bag has a flapover front with attractive circular
Sold|$3,995
Chanel Platinum Leather Box Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Platinum Leather Box Bag is in nearly pristine condition. The soft metallic
Sold|$1,250
Helene Arpels Alligator Shoulder Bag
Located in New York, NY
Helene Arpels, baby alligator shoulder bag. Strap is adjustable .
Sold|$3,290
Chanel Patent Leather Quilted Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Black leather quilted shoulder bag featuring foldover top with twist-lock closure, silver-tone
Christian Louboutin Black Shoulder Bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Louboutin Black Shoulder Bag. In excellent condition, Measurements: Height - 5.3 Inches
Sold|$1,134
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
Sold|$7,900
Chanel Maxi Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
No handbag collection is complete without the iconic classic flap and this maxi bag is perfect for
Sold|$453
Nina Ricci Red Ottoman Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci -(Made in Austria) Red ottoman bag. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 18
Sold|$811
Charles Jourdan Blue Leather Bag
By Charles Jourdan
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Charles Jourdan - (Made in France) Blue leather bag with golden metal elements. Additional
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
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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.
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The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.