Faux Tortoise Shoulder Bag/Clutch, c.1980s
Located in Alford, MA
Convertible clutch in faux tortoise shell features a textured goldtone clasp and gold chain. The
Faux Tortoise Shoulder Bag/Clutch, c.1980s
Located in Alford, MA
Convertible clutch in faux tortoise shell features a textured goldtone clasp and gold chain. The
Unavailable
H 4.5 in D 2.25 in L 7.5 in
80'S Italian Lucite Faux Tortoise & Gilt Gold Handbag By, Jordan Marsh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
polished Lucite faux tortoise clutch or shoulder hand bag feature, gilt gold brass fold over clasp, and
Tortoise Shell Clutch & Shoulder Bag Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This ultra chic vintage tortoise shell clutch, evening bag and or minaudiere is very in now. It
Rosenfeld Faux Tortoise Geometric Box Clutch
By Rosenfeld
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful faux tortoise lucite angular clutch made in Italy for the Rosenfeld company. Brushed
Saks 5th Ave.leather & faux tortoise shell clutch France
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Textured black leather clutch handbag from the 1950s, with faux tortoise shell clasp frame...From
GUCCI bag tortoise very soft patent leather Clutch wristlet NEW
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
Fabulous soft patent (Vernice) leather in striking tortoise of browns and gold. Large round brass
Chanel Tortoise Resin Vintage Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
tortoise printed resin box clutch with gold interlocking CC clasp. Hinged opening reveals a mirrored and
Tortoise and Alligator Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
An unusual combination of richly mottled tortoise shell, brown enamel and alligator is used for
1970s Tortoise Look Clutch, Italy
Located in Alford, MA
1970s clutch woven of mottled plastic strips resembling tortoise and with a plastic tortoise kiss
1970's Faux Tortoise Lucite Clutch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Ultra MOD Style 1970's faux tortoise handbag made from Lucite strips with a square handle, a silver
Fendi Deep Olive Patent Bag/Clutch with Tortoise Detail
By Fendi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fendi Deep Olive Patent Bag/Clutch with Tortoise Detail. This bag is in excellent condition and
1970s Margolm Black Snakeskin + Tortoise Brown Vintage 70s Clutch Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s MARGOLM black python snake skin and tortoise Bakelite clutch bag! Python is known for
Judith Leiber rare translucent tortoise clutch 1972
By Judith Leiber
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Judith Leiber rare translucent tortoise clutch
Tortoise Lucite Clutch
Located in Stamford, CT
Tortoise Lucite Clutch Presented By Jewelry And Such
Sold
H 7 in W 13 in D 4.7 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Black Suede Patent Leather Tortoise Chain Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
black monogram suede and patent leather trim clutch featuring removable tortoise shell shoulder strap
Lana Marks Alligator Clutch or Shoulder Bag
By Lana Marks
Located in US
Lana Marks Alligator Clutch with 2 optional Shoulder Straps Tortoise Link and matching alligator
Christian Dior Vintage Hard Case Clutch Tortoise - brown/black
By Christian Dior
Located in Baarn, NL
Sooooo pretty! A clutch by Christian Dior in tortoise pattern with a gold-tone brim. Bean shaped
Versace S/S 2004 Bustier Open Back High Slit Blue Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2004 Sexy Cutout Bustier Open Back Thigh High Slit Dress Gown IT 40 Blue Versace silk sleeveless evening dress featuring sweetheart neck, cutout accent at bust, crossove...
Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
Christian Dior John Galliano SS2002 Beige Nude Pink Canvas Pointed Kitten Heels
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Iconic Christian Dior by John Galliano Beige / Nudish Pink canvas pointed kitten heels with brass rivet & buckle details and decorative DIOR Dog Tag. Size; UK 4 / EU 37 Heel Height; ...
$2,347
Size: Equivalent French Size 36-38
A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
By Carven
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
$1,267Sale Price|35% Off
Size: 38.5
New Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Collectible Heels Sz 38.5
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size: 38.5 * Tom Ford Era Final Collection Heels This Collection was Featured at the Metropolitan Museum of Art * Metallic Covered Heel * Double...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gorgeous Black Evening Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning black dress, Thierry Mugler marries his signature sculptural precision with motion. The silhouette is razor-sharp, hugging the body with a surgeon’s precision, while...
$5,737
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 ...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
NWT $4395 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Lace Belted Plum Blouse Fr 42
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Lace Blouse Top F/W 2001 Ready to Wear Collection Designer size - 42 ( please check measurements) Plum color exquisite lace over the b...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Black Evening Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Black Gucci vintage maxi dress featuring leather straps with metal logo buckles, square neckline, zip clos...
UNWORN Black Versace 2003 Bodycon Corset Zip Evening Cocktail Dress 40
By Versace
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous black VERSACE bodycon corset top dress From the famous FW 2003 collection Flattering skirt part The top is as a corset tight on the body Zip details with silver hardware, d...
$4,950
Size: Measurements in description
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2005 Blue Flowing Dip-Dye Gown Seen On Campagne
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Body Composition: 97% Silk, 3% Lycra Ornaments Composition: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat: - Bust: 18.5" / 47cm - Waist: 14" / 36.5cm - Hips: 19" / ...
$35,519
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
John Galliano Burgundy Bias Cut Damask Dress & Shawl with Fringe, SS 1999 jo mo
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
This John Galliano evening ensemble from the Spring-Summer 1999 collection comprises a bias-cut floor-length dress with matching shawl, executed in deep burgundy damask with tonal fl...
$12,900
Size: IT40 Measurements in description
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2008 Sunset Ombre Ribbon Dress New With Tags
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This stunning tie-strap dress features an ombre gradient that flows from warm peach to deep earthy browns, evoking the colors of a sunset. Tagged produced in 2008. All measurement...
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.
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.
On the purse’s anniversary, we reflect on its remarkable versatility.