Swarovski Swan Embellished Shoulder Bag
By Swarovski
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The focal point of the handbag is the gorgeous silver swan motif embellished at the center it really takes this handbag up a notch and adds a classic and glamorous Swarovski touch.
Victorian Microbead Figural Swan Bag
Located in New York, NY
Incredible micro seed bead bag with figural panels of swans in floral beaded vignettes. The background is a pale pearly microbead. Extremely fine glass and metal beads are used to cr...
$627
H 9.85 in W 8.27 in D 0.6 in
Antique Beaded Handbag with Silvered Clasp and Swan Detail, circa 1880
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite antique beaded handbag dates back to the Historicism period around 1880 and is a remarkable example of 19th-century craftsmanship.
Glass
Vintage Clutch Bag with Swan Crystal Decoration
By Mame Huku
Located in London, GB
A pretty evening bag in a pink and gold silk fabric from an old obi belt. The bag has a flapover front with a popper fastening and one internal pouch pocket. It is decorated with a v...
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover another classic vintage Fendi baguette with rare feathe...
Exotic Amber Resin Swan Evening Bag Designed by Maya
Located in University City, MO
Exotic amber resin swan evening bag designed by Maya The unique evening bag is constructed with amber color translucent solid panels. The Asian theme design is illustrated with sw...
Fendi Baguette with Black Swan Feather-like sequin rufffles RARE
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This Super Rare Fendi Baguette is a symphony of glamour and texture, featuring shimmering black beads and glitter-like feathers reminiscent of the mythical black swan. An exclusive a...
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Swan Minaudiere Rare, 1980s
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Getting her start as a runway model for notable designers such as Halston and Issey Miyake, Elsa Peretti soon shifted to become renown in another realm of luxe fashion: jewelry. Afte...
Saks Fifth Avenue Opulent Gilt Metal Italian Swan Evening Bag c 1980
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Opulent gilt metal Italian evening bag c 1980 The elegant minaudière is designed with a pair of stylized repousse swans on the front exterior Each of the swans i...
Judith Leiber Gold Swan Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Judith Leiber Embellished Gold Swan Clutch with Gold Chain Shoulder Strap. Original Packaging. Measures 6" x 4" x 3.25"
Stella McCartney Black Faux Leather Falabella Swan Crossbody Bag
By Stella McCartney
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Falabella flap bag from Stella McCartney is a beauty. Crafted from swan detailed faux leather, it is durable and stylish. While the chain detailing elevate its beauty, the fabri...
1990s Judith Leiber Full Bead Swan Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic rhinestone encrusted swan minaudiere by Judith Leiber. Colors are black clear and grey rhinestones.
Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...
$12,326
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
$8,902
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10
Alexander McQueen burgundy cashmere embellished 'Joan' skirt, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen burgundy cashmere wool skirt ▪ Beaded with flowers of blood-red bugle beads ▪ Triangular panels to the waist ▪ Concealed zipper at center-back ▪ Monogrammed lini...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Ruched Corset Bustier Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous soft gold fine silk knit dress from Christian Dior. It has an inner boned corset with underwire bust cups, and detachable spaghetti straps enabling the dress to also be wo...
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...
Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare vintage 1940s Chanel couture gown. Straight silhouette gown comprising a skirt and a blouse, delicate plunging backline decorated with a bow. Material: silk, lac...
Beautiful 1920s Bronze Gold Fully Beaded Vintage 20s Flapper Purse Bag Pouch
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1920s bronze and brown fully beaded evening bag! The perfect alternative to a clutch! This rare gem features two gold metal chains, and can be adjusted to wear long or shor...
Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
Tiffany and Company Art Deco Chinese Brocade Evening Bag
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany and Company Art Deco evening bag of antique Chinese textile mounted onto engraved Art Deco gold washed sterling silver mounts. Dot and dash bar silver chain. Lock unhinges t...
$5,752
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black silk spandex and leather lace up dress, ss 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...
Exceptional 1920's Czech Egyptian Revival Jeweled Mesh Purse
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, large 1920's Czech Jeweled Mesh Purse of the largest scale and finest quality relined by famed, Art Bag of Madison Ave. NY. Jeweled frame with faux lapis pate de verre mol...
Thierry Mugler Silk Corset Dramatic Sculptural Bustier Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Collectors piece. Dramatic pure Silk bustier, assuming Spring 1985 Collection. A masterpiece of sartorial artistry by the legend Mister Mugler...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
Art Deco Jeweled Czech Minaudiere
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco Jeweled Czech Minaudiere from the 1920's. A bronze filigree cage is set with paste jewels and enamel with a black velvet backing in the Austro Hungarian style. Int...
Art Deco Silk Crepe Lace Trimmed Dressing Robe
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Pale Shell Pink Deco Silk Crepe Lace Trimmed Robe from the 1920's. Kimono cut with no closures, wide sleeves all edged with 2 layers of Deco cotton lace over peach with pu...
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.