rare The Row Bindle Black Pleated Silk-Organza Hobo Shoulder Bag Rare Knot Top
By The Row
Located in San Diego, CA
The Row Bindle Pleated Silk-Organza Hobo Shoulder Bag - Black - Rare Edition Elevate your collection with this exceptionally rare version of the iconic Bindle Bag from The Row.
The Row Suede Bindle Bag Black Slouchy Sack Knotted Shoulder Strap Authentic
By The Row
Located in San Diego, CA
The Row Black Suede Bindle Bag - Oversized Slouchy Knotted Shoulder Bag Elevate your accessory game with this authentic The Row Suede Bindle Bag in timeless black.
THE ROW Tan Suede Bindle Three Shoulder Bag
By The Row
Located in San Francisco, CA
THE ROW "Bindle Three" bag comes in a tan suede featuring a slouchy shape and a open top.
The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Leather
By The Row
Located in NY, NY
This The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Leather, crafted in brown leather, features knotted shoulder strap, dipped open top, and silver-tone hardware.
The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Suede
By The Row
Located in NY, NY
This The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Suede, crafted in neutral suede, features knotted shoulder strap, open top, and silver-tone hardware.
The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Suede
By The Row
Located in NY, NY
This The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Suede, crafted in blue suede, features knotted shoulder strap, dipped open top, and silver-tone hardware.
The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Raffia with Leather
By The Row
Located in NY, NY
This The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Raffia with Leather, crafted in beige raffia with black leather, features knotted shoulder strap, dipped open top, and silver-tone hardware.
The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Raffia with Leather
By The Row
Located in NY, NY
This The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Raffia with Leather, crafted in beige raffia with black leather, features knotted shoulder strap, dipped open top, and silver-tone hardware.
The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Leather, crafted in brown leather
By The Row
Located in NY, NY
This The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Leather, crafted in brown leather, features knotted shoulder strap, dipped open top, and silver-tone hardware.
The Row Bindle Knot Hobo Canvas
By The Row
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 12", Width 17.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 18" Designer: The Row Model: Bindle Knot Hobo Canvas Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior ...
1990s Raquel Sitwell Black Suede Leather Tortoise Shell Vintage 90s Shoulder Bag
By Raquel Sitwell
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic RAQUEL SITWELL black suede and faux tortoise shell structured shoulder bag! Medium to Large size fits all the necessities. Long shoulder strap is the perfect length ...
Chantal Thomass Velvet Round Shoulder Bag
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An ample handbag from vintage Chantal Thomass is constructed of soft black velvet. The flap features black lace ruffle embellishments. Beneath the flap is a deep pouch secured with a...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Satin Bamboo Hand Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini handbag is crafted of black satin trimmed with black patent leather, featuring a top zipper closure with a signature bamboo pull. It opens to a professionally...
Black Suede and Calf Hobo
Located in New York, NY
Attractice mixed suede and calf hobo with gilt ball clasp. Adjustable calf strap with "belt" flap closure.
Excellent condition circa 1970s.
Black Pleated Satin Evening Handbag
Located in Paris, FR
Black evening black handbag featuring a satin pleated textured silk pattern, a satin top handle, gold-tone hardware, satin interior lining and slot pocket. Length 10.6in. (27 cm) He...
$1,935Sale Price|20% Off
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Bag Medium Black Lambskin leather 48cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Bag Medium Black Lambskin leather 48cm These are professional photos of the actual bag . This Bottega Veneta Hobo Bag is an exceptional piece of lux...
DOLCE & GABBANA black satin FRAME Evening Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana Satin Evening Bag is a timeless and elegant accessory designed for sophisticated occasions. Crafted from smooth black satin, the structured silhou...
THE ROW Dark Taupe beige leather SOFT MARGAUX 10 Tote Bag
By The Row
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic The Row Soft Margaux 10 tote in Dark Taupe matte grained calfskin leather embodies understated luxury. Designed with two tubular top handles, belted gussets, and ...
THE ROW black grained leather SOFT MARGAUX 15 Tote Bag
By The Row
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic The Row Soft Margaux 15 tote bag in matte black grained leather is a refined balance of structure and softness. Featuring adjustable belts on the gussets, it allo...
The Row Margaux 15 Black Calfskin Tote Bag with Gold Hardware
By The Row
Located in London, GB
- Black - Matte-grained calfskin leather - Gold-tone hardware - Softly structured bag design - Belted side detailing - Interior toggle closure - Buckled side fastenings - Top handles...
Bally Suede Tote with 2 Zippered Pockets and Zipper Closure, 2 Top Handles
By Bally
Located in valatie, NY
Bally
LOUIS VUITTON black Epi leather PETIT NOE Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Petit Noé shoulder bag in black Epi leather (100%). This luxury Louis Vuitton shoulder bag showcases the House's iconic bucket silhouette, expertly craft...
Old Céline Tri-Fold Shoulder Bag Black Grained Leather Authentic Phoebe Philo
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Diego, CA
Authentic Phoebe Philo Old Céline Tri-Fold Bag The ultimate Phoebe Philo era staple. This Céline Medium Tri-Fold is roomy enough for your laptop and daily essentials, it’s the perfe...
$1,830Sale Price|20% Off
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Bag Medium Black Leather 47cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Bag Medium Black Leather 47cm These are professional photos of the actual bag. This Bottega Veneta Hobo Bag is an exceptional piece of luxury, craft...
Yves Saint Laurent Shoulder Fabric Bag in Black Suede
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves saint Laurent - (Made in France) Fabric bag with trimmings. Black suede interior. Additional information: Dimensions: Height : 21 cm, Width : 25.5 cm, Depth : 1 cm, Handle :...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Horsebit Bucket Bag Black Small
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI small bucket bag is crafted of black smooth calfskin and nubuck leather, featuring a top drawstring closure that opens to a professionally cleaned coated interior ...
Printed velvet and leather "Tribeca" bag with bamboo chain GUCCI
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed velvet and leather "Tribeca" bag with bamboo chain Snap closure under the flap. Jewellery dragon buckle with rhinestone and pearl embellishment on the top of the flap. Burgun...
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Garment Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Garment Travel Bag is an elegant and highly functional travel companion designed for the modern traveler. Its large square exterior, compleme...
$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bottega Veneta Brown Leather Large Tornabuoni Intrecciato Hobo Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Paris, FR
Bottega Veneta Brown leather large “Tornabuoni Intrecciato ”Hobo bag featuring the iconic Tornabuoni Intrecciato goatskin maxi design, a top zip opening, beige suede lining with an...
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
New With Tags Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini Leather Monogram Duffle Bag $2850
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Conroe, TX
Salvatore Ferragamo Brand New With Tags $2850 Charcoal and black leather and acetate Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini Duffle Bag Zips across the top from both sides Dual Flat Logo Handles...
Bottega Veneta Maxi Convertible Tote Dark Chocolate Brown Leather 50cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Maxi Convertible Tote Dark Chocolate Brown Leather 50cm These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. This Bottega Veneta Convertible Tote Bag is...
THE ROW black leather HUNTINGTON 7 Crossbody Bag
By The Row
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic The Row Hunting 7 crossbody bag in black smooth calfskin leather. Features an adjustable shoulder strap with gold-tone hardware and exterior pocket on the back. Closes...
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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