Fendi KAN I Scalloped Vitello Liberty Leather Studded Medium Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Fendi KAN I Scalloped Vitello Liberty Leather Studded Medium Shoulder Bag Black handbag crafted from smooth Vitello Liberty calfskin, defined by its signature scalloped edges and p...
CHRISTIAN DIOR multicolor 2020 EMBROIDERED & STUDDED Bag Shoulder Strap
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Bohemian silver-tone studded metal emblems belt strap in shades of black, white, lime, brown and mustard canvas featuring gold-tone clasps and black lea...
Valentino One Stud Quilted-Leather Shoulder/Crossbody Bag
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Valentino One Stud Quilted-Leather Shoulder/Crossbody Bag Black shoulder bag crafted from quilted black leather and accented with black hardware. (Black on black model) Featuring ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR dark blue 2020 EMBROIDERED & STUDDED CAMOUFLAGE Shoulder Strap
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Bohemian silver-tone studded metal emblems belt strap in shades of navy blue canvas featuring gold-tone clasps and black leather trimming. Has been carr...
Louis Vuitton Cruise Runway Monogram Macassar Studded Alma Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Cruise Runway Monogram Macassar Studded Alma Bag Brown, textured handbag designed with the iconic 'LV' monogram throughout and detailed with gold and silver studs alo...
Fendi Karlito Karl Lagerfeld Leather Studded Continental Wallet
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in luxury with the Fendi Karlito Karl Lagerfeld Leather Studded Wallet. Made of cross-grain leather and bordered with rounded studs, this zip-around wallet features a gussete...
F/W 1994 Gianni Versace Black Leather Gold Stud Medusa Sunburst Mini Belt Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black leather Gianni Versace belt bag designed by Gianni Versace. From the Fall/Winter 1994 collection, this fabulous mini bag features two belt loops and can b...
PRADA Bruciato brown leather 2010 STUDDED SHEARLING LINED Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada shoulder bag in Bruciato brown distressed leather, exquisitely trimmed in rich dark brown shearling and finished with silver rivets along the base for a subtle u...
Paloma Picasso Chocolate Brown Studded Clutch or Crossbody Bag
By Paloma Picasso
Located in New Hope, PA
Paloma Picasso designed this chic clutch or crossbody bag with metal studs on the front in two different sizes, creating a series of X designs. The interior of the bag is lined in a ...
Louis Vuitton Ltd Edition Damier Ebene Studded Zippy Coin Purse
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Louis Vuitton Ltd Edition Damier Ebene Studded Zippy Coin Purse Brown coin purse crafted from the brand's signature Damier Ebene coated canvas with a cowhide leather lini...
Gucci Brown Long Soho Studded Flap 11g69 Wallet
By Gucci
Located in Dix hills, NY
7.5" x 4" Very Good Condition (8/10 or AB) Minor rubbing at edges. Interior has minor wear
Chanel Crystal Studded Minaudière Evening Clutch Crossbody 19B Bag w/Silver Har
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Chanel Crystal Studded Minaudière Evening Clutch Crossbody from the 19B collection presents a compact, jewel-box silhouette defined by its structured rigidity and ornate surface ...
NWT S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana Studded Leather Punk Chain Large Tote Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana large shoulder tote is part of the Spring/Summer 2003 ‘Sex & Love’ collection. Made entirely of black leather, it includes a drawstring closure at the to...
rare Balenciaga Midnight Blue Motocross Giant Hip Mini Bag Supple Leather Studs
By Balenciaga
Located in San Diego, CA
rare vintage Balenciaga 2010 Motocross Giant Hip Mini Bag This bag features the iconic Balenciaga aesthetic, including textured silver-tone hardware studs and buckle detailing. Its...
Chanel Boy Brick Mini Studded WOC Classic Logo CC Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Boy Brick Mini Studded WOC Classic Logo CC Flap Bag Year: 2016 Ruthenium brass hardware Chanel CC logo and studded brick accents Diamond quilted lambskin leather at rear...
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Medium Dark Brown leather with Metal Studs 40cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Medium Dark Chocolate Brown leather with Metal Studs 40cm These are professional photos of the actual bag . This Bottega Veneta Hobo Bag is an excep...
Taupe color monogram perforated crossbody bag with branded studs Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Taupe color monogram perforated crossbody bag with branded studs.Inside strap to attach the keys. Zip and claps to close it. Lenght of the shoulder strap= 95 cm Suede lining.
F/W 1994 Gianni Versace Studded Leather Silver Medusa Medallion Mini Belt Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black leather belt bag, designed by Gianni Versace for the Fall/Winter 1994 collection. This stylish mini bag features two belt loops, allowing it to be easily ...
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.