Chanel 1995 Runway Patent Forest Green Mini Vanity Case Bag 24k GHW 68730
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68730 From Karl Lagerfeld's 95/96 Fall Runway show is this Chanel 1995 Runway Patent Forest Green Mini Vanity Case Bag 24k GHW. We've never seen one in this pristine cond...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Gemeaux Tote Bag 913lv9
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI0011 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 4.2" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Accesso...
Chanel 1991 Vintage Purple Quilted Suede Jeweled Gripoix Flap Bag 24k GHW 68151
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68151 Chanel 1991 Vintage Purple Quilted Suede Jeweled Gripoix Flap Bag 24k GHW is a collectible, rare item especially in excellent condition as found here. For 20 years...
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Trevir 2way Bowler Bag 635lvs617
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 5.5" Height: 9.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8" Handle Drop: 6" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Dust Bag Signs of...
Chanel Oreo 80's Vintage Rare Collectors Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Two Tone Black and White Vintage Flap Bag 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Lamsbkin leather Classic back pocket Gold hardware Interwoven classic chain Red lambskin interior lining CC ...
Rare Chanel 1996 Vintage Watercolor Floral Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68568
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68568 A whimsical printed medium flap with 24k gold plated hardware is this Rare Chanel 1996 Vintage Watercolor Floral Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW. A single crossbo...
1990’s Chanel off-white Cotton twill and bakelite tortoise shell shoulder bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
A mix between the search of absolute elegance in its finest of Karl Lagerfeld and the rural lightness of summer fabrics. This bag from the Cruise collection is set to be a must-have ...
Chanel Black Crocodile Skin 80's Gold Cc Closure Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 1989 Crocodile Flap Bag Clutch Gold CC Closure The vintage Chanel octagon black crocodile 8 sided flap with classic cc closure and attached interwoven chain 1989 {V...
Chanel 1995 Vintage Caviar Box Vanity Case w Strap Bag 24k GHW 68869
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68869 For more than 20 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintage and collectible accessories by searching closets around t...
1970s Vintage Red Brick Leather Italian Shoulder Bag by Enzo for New Bags
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Crafted from premium brick-red leather, the bag features a unique structured accordion silhouette that expands to reveal multiple internal compartments for effortless organization.
Rare Chanel Vintage Tweed Multicolor Medium Classic Flap Bag 24k GHW 68422
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68422 In Multicolor tweed and 24k gold plated hardware. Measures 10in. W (at base) x 6in. H x 3.7in. D, strap drop is 19.5 inches Comes with Authenticity Card For...
$232Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Rodo 1970s Black Wicker Shoulder Bag with Brass Accents, Italy
Located in Port Hope, ON
The brand was started by Romualdo Dori in Florence in the 1950s, and is now run by the sons, keeping the brand within the family. Rodo specialized in woven and straw handbags .Rodo b...
Yves Saint Laurent Multi-Color Raffia and Blue Canvas Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Shoulder bag in multi-color raffia and blue canvas, with three patch pockets. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 18.5 cm (7.28"), Heigh...
Chanel 1992 Black Vintage Chevron Caviar Encircled CC Flap Bag 24k GHW 68713
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68713 A classic vintage piece with our favorite encircled CC hardware is this Chanel 1992 Black Vintage Chevron Caviar Encircled CC Flap Bag 24k GHW. Built to be practi...
Miu Miu SS 1998 Plum Shearling Small Shoulder Bag with Metallic Leather Handles
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Berlin, DE
Crafted in Italy from plush plum-toned shearling, the bag features a richly textured surface with a soft, almost liquid-like finish.
Chanel Gingham Beige Jumbo Single Flap Bag with gold hardware
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rendered in warm beige tones, the gingham pattern feels subtle rather than overt, allowing the texture and structure of the bag to remain central. The larger Jumbo proportions provid...
Chanel Vintage 1990s Orange Quilted Suede Front Pocket CC Turn-Lock Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Fair,Normal signs of use, stains and tiny areas of damage on the surface suede, scratches on the m...
1990s Elegant High Quality Brown Leather and Brass Shoulder Bag by Celine Paris
By Celine
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a truly elegant and high-quality vintage shoulder bag from Celine Paris, dating back to the 1990s. Crafted from rich, supple brown leather, the bag features luxurious brass h...
Chanel 1997 Diana Medium Black Lambskin Diana Classic Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1991 Diana Medium Black Lambskin Diana Stripe Classic Flap Shoulder Bag 1997 Gold hardware Black lambskin diamond quilted leather CC turn-lock fastening Internal logo sta...
Chanel 1997 Diana Medium Black Lambskin Diana Classic Flap Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1991 Diana Medium Black Lambskin Diana Stripe Classic Flap Shoulder Bag 1997 Gold hardware Black lambskin diamond quilted leather CC turn-lock fastening Internal logo sta...
Judith Leiber Brown Leather Mini Compartment Bag with Coin Purse, 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Tucson, AZ
Like Bonnie Cashin’s revolutionary “Cashin Carry” bags of the 1960s, this ingenious purse seems to defy physics with the amount of room it offers. Essentially a series of expandable ...
Sergio Cerruti Roma 1980s Red Faux Alligator Flap Novelty Shoulder Bag GHW
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sergio Cerruti Roma 1980s red faux alligator, flap novelty shoulder bag with adjustable strap and gold chain lock at the side. Medium size bag with a deep angled front flap, there is...
Chanel Beige Quilted Satin Vintage Bijoux Half Moon Mini Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Beige Quilted Satin Vintage Bijoux Half Moon Mini Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1532 Brand: Chanel Model: Half Moon Mini Flap Bag Type: Shoulder Accompanied By: Chane...
$464Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag Turnlock Calfskin Dark Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in dark navy featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap GG turnlock closure opens to a navy leather int...
Chanel 1996 Vintage Emily in Paris Purple Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1996 Vintage Emily in Paris Purple Tweed Rare Classic Reissue Tote Bag Year: 1994-1996 {Vintage 20 Years} Gold hardware Purple Quilted Tweed 11"W x 8"H x 3"D 11" handle drop...
Chanel Vintage 90's Tweed Beige Classic Reissue Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Tweed Beige Classic Reissue Tote Bag W 10.63 inch, H 7.87 inch, D 3.15 inch Year 1994 Made in France
Chanel 1989 Two Tone Black and White Vintage Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Two Tone Black and White Vintage Flap Bag 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Lamsbkin leather Classic back pocket Gold hardware Interwoven classic chain Red lambskin interior lining CC ...
Moschino 90's patent leather Tiffany gift box bag with bow
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the 90's, this incredible Moschino bag is modelled after a Tiffany's gift box. Crafted from shiny blue and cream patent leather, it features a bow detail on the top, should...
CHANEL Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Quilted Caviar Leather Vintage Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5149 Brand: Chanel Model: Jumbo Classic Single Flap Bag Type: Shoulder, Cross...
Nina Ricci Evening Bag in Printed Satin, circa 1985-1990s
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci (Made in Austria) Evening bag in satin printed with small bags pattern. It features a gilded metal chain and a pink satin lining. Circa 1985-1990s. Additional information...
A 1978 Iconic Brown Leather and Gilded Brass Shoulder Bag by Roberta di Camerino
By Roberta Di Camerino, Giuliana Coen Camerino
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The overall structured shape, combined with the hinged, gilded brass frame closure, is reminiscent of the brand's famous "Bagonghi" style, often inspired by the classic doctor's bag.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Looping GM Zip Hobo Bag 1LV1021
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI1919 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Ex...
Louis Vuitton Beige Vernis Sac-Bicolore PM Bag 861925
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: CE1012 Measurements: Length: 8.5" Width: 3" Height: 5.5" Handle Drop: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Accessories: None Signs of Wear:...
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Monogram Kara Shoulder bag 862880
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rub on the leather parts (Outside) Minor spot on the leather parts (Handle) Noticeable stain on a part of handle (Outside) Minor rub on...
Dior Black Box Calf Leather Flap Chain Bag 827da9
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 1" Height: 6" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" and 15" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim: M...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Looping GM Zip Hobo Bag 824lv36
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI0010 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear:...
Gucci Dark Brown Leather Web Messenger Hobo Bag 1GG99
By Gucci
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Date code: 0014186 1669 Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 2" Height: 6" Handle Drop: 8-11" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Signs of Wear: Exter...
Chanel Vintage 90s Rare Cream Raffia Straw CC Logo Quilted Chain Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 90s Rare Cream Raffia Straw CC Logo Quilted Chain Shoulder bag circa 1990s beige two chain-link top handles internal logo print embossed logo to the bottom main compa...
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Brown Leather Inerlocking Strap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci shoulder bag designed by Tom Ford from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection is shaped in a flat rectangular silhouette with a top zip closure. It is crafted in brown leather ...
$1,383Sale Price|74% Off
Chanel Ivory Jersey Evening Bag with Mirrored Pyramid Studs Ice Cube
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This genuine Chanel Ivory Mirrored Fabric Evening Bag is in excellent condition. The combination of silver mirrored embellishment and winter white jersey is striking and distinctive ...
Chanel Micro Mini Silver Metallic Lambskin Leather Classic Flap Quilted Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Limited Edition 1994 Runway Gold Metallic Quilted Lambskin Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1994 {VINTAGE 30 Years} Silver hardware Silver lined interior 1 Interior pockets 4...
1960s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Rattan Woven Wicker Shell Accordion Bag
By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rare woven rattan crossbody accordion bag designed by Yves Saint Laurent for his first ready-to-wear line, Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The introduction of YSL's new line ...
$3,120Sale Price|35% Off
Chanel 28cm Navy Lambskin Triple CC Fringe Camera Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel 28cm navy lambskin triple "CC" camera shoulder bag from 1994 to 1996. - Exterior front slip pocket with triple stitched "CC" logo. - Gold-tone hardware ball fringe zip c...
Chanel Vintage Small Classic Flap Exotic Lizard Leather 24K Gold CC Black Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A highly collectible early example from Series 1, produced between 1989 and 1991, representing the very beginning of Chanel’s numbered era and some of the finest craftsmanship the ho...
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Patent Leather G Square Shoulder Bag circa 1990s
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The sleek finish and structured silhouette make it a versatile accessory suitable for both day and evening wear.
Late 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Pink Fruit Print Satin Double Y2K Medium Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana shoulder bag from the late 1990s / early 2000s features a rectangular flap silhouette. It is constructed in pink satin with an allover fruit print and a black le...
F/W 1999 Dolce & Gabbana Holographic Light Blue Floral Small Flap Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana small shoulder bag from the Fall/Winter 1999 collection features a rectangular flap silhouette. It is constructed in light blue holographic with a floral and but...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Logo Sun Green Leather Top Handle Rigid Bag
By Christian Lacroix Paris, Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Logo Sun Green Leather Top Handle Rigid Bag Measurements: Height: 7.28 inches (18.5 cm) Width: 6.69 inches (17 cm) Depth: 3.15 inches (8 cm) Strap: 16.14 i...
Gucci Late 70s Vintage GG Supreme Canvas Sherry Web Tote Bag Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a vintage Gucci tote bag in the classic GG Supreme canvas with a brown leather trim and the signature red and green Web stripe runs along the side, adding a pop of color and ...
TIMLESS CHANEL BAG, black lambskin, with 6 iconic charms, collection 1994/96
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage timeless CHANEL Bag, quilted black lambskin leather with 6 iconic charms, all in perfect condition. Collection 1994/96. It is a collector piece! Dimensions Height 20 cm Wid...
Chanel 1991 Rare Vintage Black Quilted Patent Vanity Shoulder Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1991 Rare Vintage Black Quilted Patent Vanity Shoulder Crossbody Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold hardware Classic Interwoven top handle Detachable classic interwoven chain ...
Chanel 1996 Vintage Black Caviar Triple CC Stitched Shoulder Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1996 Vintage Black Caviar Triple CC Stitched Shoulder Tote Bag Year: 1996 Gold hardware This stunning classic shoulder bag circa 1996-1997 is crafted of luxurious caviar l...
Chanel Navy Blue Lambskin Small Square Vintage 90s Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Navy Blue Lambskin Small Square Vintage 90s Classic Flap Bag Year: 1989-1991 Gold hardware CC Turn Lock Closure Classic Interwoven Chain Single Shoulder Strap Navy Blue La...
Chanel Rare 1990 Vintage Small Mini Shoulder Quilted Crossbody Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 1990 Vintage Small Mini Shoulder Quilted Crossbody Camera Bag Circa 1989-1991 {33 Years Vintage} Gold hardware Black quilted leather Featuring an exterior front and ba...
Chanel 1991 Vintage Classic Flap Rare Quilted Black Lambskin Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 1991 Vintage Lambskin Quilted Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 31 Years} Gold hardware CC Turnlock Closure Texturized stud hardware Classic flap back pocket Quilted Leathe...
Exceptional Hermès Shoulder Bag Purse Green-Grey Lizard Gold Hdw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous and rare Authentic Hermès Bag Made in France Vintage bag, no stamp Made of Lizard and Golden Hardware Lined with smooth lambsink Leather Colorway: green-grey 1 main co...
$32,643Sale Price|20% Off
Exceptional Hermès Passe Guide Bag Shiny Ebene Porosus Crocodile Ghw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
There's the Kelly, the Birkin, the Constance, and the PASSE-GUIDE Bag ...! To me, the most beautiful Purse Ever! Here is a rare opportunity to get an exceptional Authentic Hermès P...
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.
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.