Celine Brown “Macadam” Monogram Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine Brown “Macadam” monogram shoulder bag featuring brown “Macadam” monogram canvas with brown
Celine Brown “Macadam” Monogram Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine Brown “Macadam” monogram shoulder bag featuring brown “Macadam” monogram canvas with brown
Celine Chocolate Leather Triomphe Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine chocolate leather "Triomphe"logo patch shoulder bag featuring a front "Triomphe"logo patch
Sold|$1,647
Celine Black Box Leather Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine black box leather shoulder bag featuring a front gold-tone logo with an under snap opening
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Black Calf leather Gucci shoulder bag with silver-tone hardware, single flat adjustable shoulder
Sold|$3,900
Chanel Vintage Black Leather Snake Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
carefully stored, the unique style is a collector's dream. Structured smooth black leather bag has
Chanel Black Crocodile Vintage Octagonal Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Crocodile Octagonal Bag is in excellent condition. A rare vintage
Jean Paul Gaultier Black Corset Leather Shoulder Bag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Paris, FR
Jean Paul Gaultier, JPG 1990s black corset calf leather shoulder bag featuring a patent finish, a
Paloma Picasso 1980s Black Leather Shoulder Bag
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Paloma Picasso 1980s Black Leather Shoulder Bag is a stylish and sophisticated accessory that
Hermès Rare Vintage Crocodile 'Lydie' Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermès' penchant for skilfully crafted, simply structured design is perfectly encapsulated in the
Sold|$2,699
Chanel Black Caviar Vintage Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel black caviar vintage shoulder tote, with chanel embroidered. Outside front pocket, Two interior zipped pockets. Shoulder drop 15". Comes with hologram, id card, booklet and du...
Sold|$2,500
Fendi Baguette Pink Sequins Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This vintage Fendi Baguette is the perfect accessory to make a statement. Covered with pink mauve sequins and a luxurious green silk lining, this handbag has a brown leather strap an...
Burberry Black Patent Shoulder Bag 915bur70
By Burberry
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: TCH116CAMB Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 5" Height: 9" Shoulder Handle Drop: 7" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs o...
Etro Bordeaux Paisley HoboTote Bag 862312
By Etro
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rub on the edge (Handle) Minor rub on a part of handle (Outside) Minor rub on the edge of the bottom (Inside) Minor spot partially Widt...
Sold|$299
Fendi Black Leather Hobo Bag 861985
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rubs (Inside) Minor rub on the whole parts (zipper) Zipper works properly Width (inch) : 12.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 33 cm(approx) Heig...
Anteprima Black Beaded Boston Bag 862284
By Anteprima
Located in Dix hills, NY
EXCELLENT CONDITION (9/10 or A) (Handle) Minor rub on a part of handle (zipper) Zipper works properly Width (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Height (inch) : ...
Sold|$536
Prada Beige Frame Bowler Bag 863160
By Prada
Located in Dix hills, NY
VERY GOOD CONDITION (8/10 or AB) (Outside) Minor marks Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) D...
Sold|$776
Morabito Black and Brown Leather Bag
By Morabito
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Morabito -Black and brown grained leather handbag, gold metal supplies. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 19 cm, Length: 26 cm, Depth: 7.5 cm, Handle: 90 cm Condition: Ve...
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Square Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Square Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5975 Brand
1970S Gucci Blue Monogram Blondie Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fabulous 1970's Blondie Shoulder bag by Gucci. This bag is in the classic coated canvas navy blue
Sold|$36,900
Chanel Emerald Green Crocodile Coco Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Emerald Green Crocodile Small Flap Bag is in excellent vintage condition. A
Sold|$10,600
HERMES black LYDIE LIZARD Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
-tone H clasp on the envelope-style flap. It features a slim, structured silhouette with a detachable
Italian 1980s Marlon Gold Mesh Disco Bag
By Marlon Firenze
Located in New York, NY
The perfect bag to spend the night on the dance floor at the disco by Italian hand bag and
Chanel Beige Chevron Lambskin Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- This vintage 80s Chanel chevron shoulder bag features a beige lambskin leather body, exterior
Sold|$15,500
Chanel Vintage Black Wicker Picnic Basket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Wicker Picnic Basket Bag is in excellent vintage condition. Shiny
Sold|$2,795
Chanel Red Leather Mini Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
featuring a jewelry clasp depicting (what else?) a gold quilted Chanel flap bag. Lipstick red leather is
Celine brown coated canvas leather shoulder bag
By Celine
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Rare vintage Celine brown coated canvas leather shoulder bag in mint condition. - Flap with
Sold|$2,746
Chanel Sky-blue Leather Bag, 1997/1999
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Sky-blue leather bag with a serial number. 1997/1999 Collection. Bag from
Classic 1990s Chanel Lambskin Quilted Jumbo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. It is a shoulder bag. This handbag is stitched into an iconic diamond pattern. The bag has a polished
Chanel Black Quilted Matelasse Lambskin Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s Chanel black quilted Matelasse lambskin shoulder bag. - Featuring an exterior front
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Chevron Vanity Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel black chevron vanity bag made in caviar leather with gold chain shoulder strap
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Diana Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel black lambskin leather Diana shoulder bag. - Gold toned "CC" hardware
Vintage Chanel quilted raffia & patent leather bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel quilted natural raffia and black patent leather camera bag/handbag from the 1980s. Chanel
Chanel Vintage Trapezoid Reissue Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stylish messenger bag is crafted of diamond quilted lambskin leather in black. The bag
Chanel Black Quilted Lambskin Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL BLACK QUILTED LAMBSKIN SINGLE FLAP BAG This ladies Chanel Single Flap Bag is primarily
Sold|$3,795
Chanel Vintage Black Leather Unisex Day Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage Black Leather Compartment Day Bag- Pristine condition, appearing never carried. The
Chanel Ivory Quilted Lambskin Vintage Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Ivory Quilted Lambskin Vintage Flap Bag is in good previously owned condition
Chanel Orange Matelasse Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- This Chanel shoulder bag features a orange patent leather body, black "CC" logo flap
Chanel Red Quilted Leather Vintage Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Red Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag is in excellent vintage condition. Lipstick
Chanel Vintage Caramel Maxi Lambskin Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
This stunning Chanel Vintage Carmel Maxi Lambskin Flap Bag is from Series 2 (1991–1994), crafted in
Lederer Suede Shoulder Bag With Gold Detail
By Lederer
Located in New York, NY
Lederer, fawn colored, adjustable strap, shoulder bag, lined in leather with gold detail at the
Chanel Green Quilted Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel green quilted caviar leather shoulder bag. - Featuring a gold-toned "CC
Sold|$3,030
Chanel Blue Quilted Lambskin Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHANEL Blue Quilted Lambskin Mini Flap Bag This CHANEL Mini Flap Bag is in Excellent Pre-Owned
Sold|$3,799
Chanel Black Chevron Leather Vintage Day Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Chevron Leather Day Bag is in very good vintage condition, circa 1989
Sold|$5,890
Gorgeous Hermes Camel Boxcalf Kelly Bag 28cm
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Fabulous 1965-70, Hermes Vintage Kelly bag in 28cm, this classic bag features gold- plated hardware
Sold|$1,313
Chanel 70s light blue canvas small Bag
By Chanel
Located in Carnate, IT
Chanel small bag. 1970 circa. Featuring light blue canvas and golden hardware. Amazing piece, very
Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s Chanel red quilted lambskin leather flap shoulder bag. - Featuring a gold-toned "CC
Chanel Navy Lambskin Quilted Tassel Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel navy blue lambskin asymmetrical shoulder flap bag with dangling tassel. Shoulder drop, 18"L
Gianni Versace Couture Medusa Leather Shoulder Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in Geneva, CH
Glamorous Gianni Versace Couture shoulder bag with iconic gold Medusa medallions at the front. The
Sold|$1,371
1990s Beige Chanel Half-Moon Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Chanel Half-Moon Flap Bag is in good pre-owned condition accompanied by Chanel dust bag
Chanel Vintage Cream Quilted Front Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage Chanel camera bag, designed by Karl Lagerfeld in the 90s, exudes timeless elegance
Chanel Beige Quilted Leather Vintage Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Beige Quilted Leather Camera Bag is in very good vintage condition. The
Sold|$1,200
Chanel Black Leather Frame Silk Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This sweet little bag is crafted of beautiful black diamond quilted silk with a CC logo on the
Sold|$3,300
Chanel Black Suede Vintage Oval Tassel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Black Suede Oval Tassel Bag is in excellent plus vintage condition. The unique centered
Sold|$4,900
Chanel Fuchsia Satin Mini Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Fuchsia Satin Mini Classic Bag- PRISTINE Condition Amazingly preserved from the early 1990
HERMES Marron Fonce brown CROCODILE BOUTONNIERE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Boutonnière bag in Marron Fonce (brown) crocodile with gold-tone hardware
Chanel Green Colour Blocking Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel 2.55 chocolate bar green colour blocking flap shoulder bag from year 1997 to 1999
GIVENCHY Black G Monogram Nylon Shoulder Bag
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY shoulder bag comes in GG monogram nylon with leather piping, flap with magnetic closure
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.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
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.