Manila Stingray Platinum Tiger Striated Clutch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Manila Stingray Platinum Tiger Striated Clutch First edition, 182/300, V B H. The shaped rectangular body with a silver and black striated body, with a single flap and short exterio...
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Clutch in fair condition. Beige lizard leather trimmed with gold hardware and tiger eye gemstones along top edge. Top center lift latch ...
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Top Clutch in good condition. Beige lizard leather trimmed with gold hardware, tiger's eye, and red and green gemstones along top edge. ...
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VBH Tiger Shagreen Stingray Clutch
By VBH
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Fabulous VBH Tiger Shagreen (stingray) clutch. The perfect accessory for day or evening, buttery yellow background with grey to black speckles, pristine condition.
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H 4.73 in W 0.99 in L 8.67 in
Gucci Gold Leather Embroidered Tiger Crystal Studded Chain Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Gucci gold clutch for women has the kind of design that ensures high appeal, whether held in your hand or tucked under your arm. It is a meticulously crafted piece bound to last...
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H 4.73 in W 0.99 in L 8.67 in
Gucci Gold Leather Embroidered Tiger Crystal Studded Chain Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Gucci gold clutch for women has the kind of design that ensures high appeal, whether held in your hand or tucked under your arm. It is a meticulously crafted piece bound to last...
Gucci Tiger Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Athens, GA
Gucci Tiger Clutch and Crossbody Bag. Gucci mono with big Tiger printed on one side. Has detachable leather strap that can taken off. Worn as a big clutch or laptop holder. New condi...
Gucci BNIB Monogram Clutch With Tiger
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci new classic brown monogram clutch with detachable yellow wristlet strap and tiger metal detail. Booklet , dust cover and box.
Gucci Rajah Python Clutch Bag with Tiger Head
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Gucci Python Rajah Envelope Clutch is a luxurious accessory that exudes sophistication. Made with black snakeskin and featuring a crystal-encrusted tiger head emblem, this clutch...
GUCCI Pre-Fall 2016 "Animalier Broadway" Black Leather Tiger Head Box Clutch
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in Thiensville, WI
Gucci Resort 2016 "Animalier Broadway" black leather tiger clasp box clutch. Designed by Alessandro Michele. Gold-toned metal tiger head hinged clasp. Black leather covered hard shel...
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H 6 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Gump's San Francisco 1930's Japanese Metallic Brocade Clutch, Tiger's Eye Clasp
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in New Hope, PA
There is a matching fabric handle on the back, and a stunning and large Tiger's Eye clasp at the center front. The bag is lined in cream satin, with two slip pockets and the original...
Gucci Alligator Clutch with Tigers Eye Clasp
By Gucci
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Stunning rich tobacco brown alligator is highlighted by a gold metal clasp with two tigers eye cabochons to either end. Interior is lined in a cocoa brown leather featuring a large ...
Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted from quality materials, your wardrobe is missing out on this beautifully made designer clutch. Look your fashionable best in any outfit with this stylish clutch that promises...
Kenzo Bronze Vinyl Tiger Motif Slim Clutch
By Kenzo
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted from quality materials your wardrobe is missing out on this beautifully made designer clutch. Look your fashionable best in any outfit with this stylish clutch that promises ...
Gucci Broadway Tiger Chain Clutch Embellished Leather Mini
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Gucci Broadway Tiger Chain Clutch Embellished Leather Mini is a luxurious and gorgeous bag perfect for your nights out. Crafted in silver leather, this chic clutch fea...
Edie Parker Brown/Orange Tiger Stripe Acrylic Clutch
By Edie Parker
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Quirky, trendy and very stylish, this clutch from Edie Parker is crafted from acrylic and features a boxy silhouette. It is styled with a tiger stripe print on one side. This clutch ...
Edie Parker Brown/Orange Tiger Stripe Acrylic Clutch
By Edie Parker
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Quirky, trendy and very stylish, this clutch from Edie Parker is crafted from acrylic and features a boxy silhouette. It is styled with a tiger stripe print on one side. This clutch ...
Gucci Tiger Broadway Envelope Clutch Satin with Crystals
By Gucci
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Wear and small marks on exterior and underneath flap, minor fraying on flap edges, creasing and scuffs in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Acces...
Kate Spade Rhinestone Crystal Place Your Bets Tiger Clutch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Encrusted with rhinestone and crystals, this charming Place Your Bets Tiger clutch is a unique and innovative design from Kate Spade. It sculpted in the shape of a sitting tiger whic...
Custom Gucci Patent Leather Handbag / Clutch with Tigers Eye
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a custom made vintage Gucci patent leather handbag that has beautiful hardware with Tiger Eye accent stones. There is one interior zippered compartment and two additional int...
Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more on 1stDibs.
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