Gucci 1980s Vintage Navy Monogram Handbag Unisex Crossbody Bag
By Gucci, MAURIZIO GUCCI
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A rare vintage navy leather GUCCI monogram handbag. The older Gucci pieces are highly sought after and increasingly hard to find. Navy blue coated canvas bag with allover tonal monog...
Gucci Glazed Black GG Supreme Canvas Medium Crossbody Unisex Messenger Bag
By Gucci
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Gucci Glazed Black GG Supreme Canvas Medium Crossbody Unisex Messenger Bag.
$348Sale Price|40% Off
1980s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Camera Bag Green Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera crossbody bag is crafted of nubuck pigskin leather in green. Front flap magnetic snap closure with a gold toned stirrup charm opens to a green nubuck leathe...
2000s Vintage GUCCI Suede Messenger Bag Brown Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI messenger bag is crafted of brown suede leather. A front flap with a magnetic snap closure opens to a brown textile interior with one zippered pocket. Made in Ital...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Camera Bag Green Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI small crossbody bag is crafted of large-grained calfskin leather in green featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap magnetic snap closure opens to an all suede int...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Horsebit Camera Bag Yellow Small Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and yellow nubuck leather, adorned with a brushed gold-toned horsebit on the front. A top zipper closure opens t...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Horsebit Camera Bag Beige Unisex Small
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
Here is the updated description with that detail added naturally and clearly: This vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of soft, smooth beige calfskin leather featuring a stitched hor...
Gucci GG Supreme Donald Duck Disney x Gucci Leather Unisex Belt Bag With Logo
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
GG Supreme canvas with Donald Duck Disney print belt bag from Gucci. This bag features leather finish and a top zip closure. The bag has an inner flat pocket and a zipper pocket. Com...
Iconic Gucci Vintage 1970s GG Monogram Bowling Bag with Leather Trim, Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This authentic vintage 1970s Gucci GG monogram bowling bag is a quintessential piece of fashion history, showcasing the timeless elegance and craft of the Gucci Accessory Collection ...
$412Sale Price|25% Off
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of nubuck and pigskin leather in khaki featuring matte gold toned hardware. Front flap double magnetic snap closure decorated with a s...
Gucci Black Nylon Canvas Unisex Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Designed with versatility and city-smart style in mind, this Gucci black nylon canvas crossbody messenger bag is a unisex essential that blends function with iconic design.
Gucci Grey Denim Canvas Unisex Crossbody Messenger Camera Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This versatile and stylish unisex crossbody messenger camera bag by Gucci is crafted from durable grey denim canvas and black leather trim, offering both practicality and contemporar...
Gucci Monogram Canvas Jumbo Unisex GG Belt Bag Crossbody
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci Monogram Jumbo GG Belt Bag Made In: Italy Color: Grown, red, green Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Canvas with leather trim Lining: Beige fine textile Closure/Opening: Zip Exter...
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H 5.5 in D 2.8 in L 8.5 in
Gucci Microguccisima GG Canvas Pattern Unisex Crossbody Shoulder Bag, 2023.
By Gucci
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Gucci Microguccisima GG Green Canvas Pattern Unisex Crossbody Shoulder Bag, 2023.
Gucci Neo Vintage GG Supreme Belt Bag Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The belt bag in GG Supreme has a retro influenced design. Trimmed with leather, the style is meant to be worn along the waist, secured with a Web strap and buckle closure. Features a...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Horsebit Camera Bag Green Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and nubuck leather in green featuring a detachable crossbody strap of the same leather. Front flap magnetic snap...
Gucci Grey Leather Horsebit 1955 Unisex Box Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
This beautiful Bag will come with a Certificate of Authenticity provided by Entrupy. The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Beautiful Gucci '1955 Horsebit' shoulder ba...
Gucci Pink Fluo Unisex Clear PVC Floral Belt Bag Fanny Pack
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful large unisex 'Flora' Fanny pack by Gucci. The Belt Bag is crafted in clear PVC with Flora print with fluo pink leather trim. 2 main zip sections.
Gucci Pink Fluo Unisex Clear PVC Floral Belt Bag Fanny Pack
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful large unisex 'Flora' Fanny pack by Gucci. The Belt Bag is crafted in clear PVC with Flora print with fluo pink leather trim. 2 main zip sections.
1980s Vintage GUCCI Floral Embossed Leather Camera Bag Unisex Mens Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of navy calfskin leather embossed with Gucci’s floral pattern featuring gold-toned hardware. Top double zipper closures open to two main comp...
Gucci Black GG Embossed Belt Bag Unisex
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
We are offering this very stylish Gucci 100 belt bag that connects the fashion house's past and present. It is finely crafted of a luxurious black leather base with Guccio Gucci's 'G...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Web Leather Equestrian Crossbody Bag Brown Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI Web equestrian crossbody bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware and decorated with a brown/yellow stripe. Front magnetic snap clo...
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H 8 in W 2.5 in L 9 in
Vintage GUCCI Brown Leather Saddle Crossbody Bag Equestrian Twinsburg Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini saddle bag is crafted of smooth calf leather and nubuck in brown and silver toned hardware. Front magnetic snap closure opens to a brown suede interior featur...
Gucci Unisex Boston Bag GG Web and Blooms
By Gucci
Located in Arnhem, NL
A Gucci duffle convertible handbag/cross body bag with brown green print blooms coated canvas and black leather trim & silver tone hardware. The interior is lined with dark brown syn...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Web Leather Camera Bag Brown Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI Web camera crossbody bag is crafted of pigskin leather in caramel featuring brushed gold toned hardware decorated with a red/green stripe along the sides and botto...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Horsebit Camera Bag Green Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and nubuck leather in hunter green featuring a detachable crossbody strap of the same leather. Top zipper closure opens to...
Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Black Equestrian Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI saddle bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and pigskin leather in black featuring gold toned hardware. Front magnetic snap closure opens to a black leather interior ...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Bamboo Calfskin Camera Bag Navy Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of navy calfskin leather, featuring a bamboo magnetic snap closure on the front flap. The flap opens to a fabric-lined interior with three co...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Horsebit Camera Bag Brown Small Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI small camera crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and nubuck leather in brown. Top zipper closure opens to a coated interior which has been professionally c...
Vintage GUCCI Black Nubuck Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of pigskins and nubuck leather in black featuring matte gold toned hardware. Front flap double magnetic snap closure decorated with a ...
Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of calfskin leather in black featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap double magnetic snap closure decorated with a stirrup charm ope...
Gucci Fluo Unisex Green Clear PVC Floral Belt Bag Fanny Pack
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful large unisex 'Flora' Fanny pack by Gucci. The Belt Bag is crafted in clear PVC with Flora print with fluo green leather trim.
1980s Vintage GUCCI GG Jacquard Bamboo Camera Bag Navy Unisex Mens
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of GG jacquard in navy and navy smooth calfskin leather. Front bamboo magnetic snap closure opens to a leather interior in navy featuring an ...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of nubuck and pigskin leather in khaki featuring matte gold toned hardware. Front flap double magnetic snap closure decorated with a s...
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H 9 in W 4 in L 11 in
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Green Mens Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of nubuck and pigskin leather in dark green featuring matte gold toned hardware. Front flap double magnetic snap closure adorned with ...
GUCCI Leather Marmont Matelassé Belt Bag Black Cross Body Unisex Like New
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
This is an authentic GUCCI Leather Marmont Matelassé Belt Bag Gucci references popular sportswear silhouettes from the '90s with the leather Marmont belt bag. Instantly recognisable ...
Vintage GUCCI genuine blue ostrich leather shoulder bag. Mini purse for unisex.
By Gucci
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Unisex use for daily bag. You will love its beautiful blue color!
2000s Gucci GG Web Beige and Brown Canvas Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Arnhem, NL
A Gucci crossbody bag made of GG web beige/brown canvas, brown leather trim, brown canvas strap and shiny pewter toned hardware. The interior is lined with brown fabric and next to ...
Gucci Dark Brown Leather Web Messenger Hobo Bag 1GG99
By Gucci
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Date code: 0014186 1669 Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 2" Height: 6" Handle Drop: 8-11" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Signs of Wear: Exter...
$435Sale Price|25% Off
H 6.5 in W 1.5 in L 10.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Two-Way Monogram Suede Shoulder Clutch Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI two-way shoulder/clutch bag is crafted of monogram suede trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in brown featuring a gold-toned GG logo on the front. Front flap snap...
Gucci Vintage Sherry Ophidia Web Navy Crossbody
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Expertly crafted in Italy, the Gucci Vintage Sherry Ophidia Web Navy Crossbody combines the iconic GG Supreme monogrammed canvas with a stylish blue and red web stripe and navy leath...
Fendi Brown Suede Mamma Forever Baguette 106f3
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2454/26425/89 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 3.5" Height: 10" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) S...
$240Sale Price|25% Off
1990s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Beige Small
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of polished beige calfskin leather, featuring a gold-toned metallic trim along the front flap. A front flap with a magnetic snap closure op...
$352Sale Price|25% Off
H 9 in W 4 in L 10.5 in
1980s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Equestrian Camera Crossbody Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera crossbody bag is crafted of textured calfskin leather in black with equestrian accent. Front flap closure opens to a front zippered pocket and a main compar...
$270Sale Price|25% Off
H 7 in W 2.5 in L 9.75 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro GG Jacquard Leather Shoulder Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of micro GG jacquard in navy trimmed with smooth navy calfskin leather featuring gold and silver toned hardware. Front buckle closure opens...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Crossbody Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI crossbody bag is crafted of textured nubuck leather trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in black featuring a gold-toned horse-bit logo on the front. Front flap ma...
$435Sale Price|25% Off
H 8 in W 2.5 in L 10.5 in
Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag Turnlock Calfskin Dark Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in dark navy featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap GG turnlock closure opens to a navy leather int...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Leather Crossbody Bag Calfskin Green
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI crossbody bag is crafted of textured calfskin leather in green featuring matte gold toned hardware. Front flap magnetic snap closure opens to a luxurious nubuck in...
1970S Iconic Gucci Brown Suede and Leather Men's Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a classic 1970s Gucci men's bag, reflecting the timeless sophistication and craftsmanship for which Gucci is renowned. The bag features a vertical rectangular design crafted ...
Celine Green Leather Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Celine Green leather shoulder bag featuring a detachable shoulder handle (41.3in. (105cm)), an embossed leather “Triomphe” at front strap, a front snap fastening, gold-tone hardware,...
Vintage LOEWE Suede Anagram Camera Bag Brown Unisex Mens Large
By Loewe
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOEWE Anagram camera bag is crafted of brown calfskin suede trimmed with dark brown smooth calfskin leather, featuring gold-toned hardware and a matching leather shoulde...
GUCCI Eden Supreme GG monogram canvas black leather belt bag
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Eden Supreme GG monogram canvas black leather belt bag Reference: TGAS/E00686 Brand: Gucci Collection: Supreme Material: Canvas, Leather Color: Grey, Black Pattern: Logomania C...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Bamboo Clutch Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI evening clutch bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in navy featuring a bamboo top covered with the same leather. Top kiss lock closure opens to a luxurious d...
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Oval Link Bracelet 8"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Oval Link Bracelet Metal: 18K gold Length: 8" Weight: 36.50 grams Hallmark: ©1994 TIFFANY&Co. 750 Condition: Excellent condition, like n...
18k Gold
Fendi New Coral Embossed Nano Baguette
By Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fendi coral embossed logo nano baguette, gold tone hardware. Detachable shoulder strap measures 22". With the clip it can be attached to a bigger bag. It's a flap closure on the fro...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Camera Bag Pigskin Leather Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown and gold toned hardware. Top zipper closure opens to a beige leather interior featuring a zippered pocket. This G...
Hermes Sunset Rainbow Sellier Birkin 35 Rare Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare, limited edition Hermes 35 Birkin Sellier bag featured in Sunset Rainbow. This exquisite bag is a collectors treasures and very rare to market in new, never...
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
$874
H 1.19 in W 0.28 in L 1.07 in
Hermès Curiosity Kelly Bag Charm Pendant Necklace Guilloche Permabrass
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Pendant In shape of a "Kelly" Bag The smallest version ever of the Iconic Kelly Bag It even has the padlock and clochette-tirette ! Made in France Made...
$582
H 6.7 in W 7.49 in D 2.76 in L 12.21 in
A 1960s Gucci Vintage Red Leather and Brass Hardware Evening Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exceptionally rare vintage Gucci evening bag is a magnificent showcase of mid-century Italian luxury, beautifully crafted in a deep, sophisticated burgundy-red smooth leather. T...
Unworn Rolex Rainbow Daytona 116595RBOW
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This impressive Daytona variant was first released in rose gold at Baselworld 2018 after Rolex had discontinued the yellow and white gold models. On the black lacquer dial, 11 sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...
BOTTEGA VENETA Rare 2010 Limited Edition Cabat Woven Tote Shoulder Shopper Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Switzerland, CH
Just Gorgeous! Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Cabat Bag A rare piece produced in a very limited edition Special color & material combination Details: A Bottega Veneta signature pi...
Avant Garde Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag ca 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Avant garde brutalist mixed metal artisan handbag ca 1970s The unique handmade shoulder bag is adorned with sinuous three dimensional mixed metal work designs on the black leather f...
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...
1970s Iconic Gucci GG Monogram Canvas and Web Stripes Suitcase
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Travel in timeless style with this authentic and iconic vintage Gucci suitcase from the 1970s. This piece is a true collector's item, representing an era of glamorous jet-setting and...
$512Sale Price / item|44% Off
Lily of the Valley Botanical Signet Ring in silver, gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Botanical Engraved Ring – Lily of the Valley Motif, Silver, Gold. Nature inspired Flower Engagement Ring. Gold Lily Wedding Ring for Women. Birthday Flower Ring. Lily Whisper Ring. ...
Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
HERMES black Box leather BOLIDE 35 Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Bolide 35 in black Box leather featuring gold-tone hardware. Lined in black lambskin. Has been carried and is in excellent condition. Comes with canvas shoulder...
BOTTEGA VENETA Cognac Intrecciato Woven Antique Leather Weekender Travel Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Switzerland, CH
A BOTTEGA VENETA signature piece that will last you for many years Huge XL size Very rare to find in this amazing color BOTTEGA VENETA's signature intrecciato design This fantastic b...
$15,200Sale Price|20% Off
L 17 in
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 6.33 Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite and timeless round diamond tennis necklace with dangling asscher cut and GIA certified pear brilliant diamond. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 6.33 carats total di...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.
Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.
At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.
In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.
Find vintage Gucci clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
Stylish and practical, vintage and designer crossbody bags and messenger bags are ideal for all occasions, from lunch dates to errands to sunny afternoons in the park to formal affairs.
Messenger bags are a fashion staple. A shoulder bag that’s designed to be durable and lightweight, messenger bags offer comfort and convenience when carrying heavy items, and while their functionality is comparable to that of standard backpacks, you don’t have to take your bag off to get into its compartments and various zippered pockets. This is a sophisticated accessory — it sits flat against your body and provides easy access to your belongings at all times.
Our love for vintage handbags and purses goes back a long time. For as long as we’ve needed to carry around personal items to and from our homes, handbags of some fashion have been in our lives. Bag design evolved notably during the later Middle Ages to meet the needs of increasingly prosperous, sophisticated and diverse societies. As craftspeople grew in skill, and the choice of materials and dyes increased, the bags’ exteriors were embellished to please the eye and signify status. In our modern era, there is a vast range of iconic handbags and other bags to choose from.
Crossbody bags, which were designed to be worn on one side of the body so that the long strap is looped over the opposite shoulder, have been popular and versatile accessories over time, thankfully improving upon the medieval-era crude leather and silk coin purses that Europeans fastened to their belts as well as the drawstring pouches of the Renaissance, which held money as often as they did flowers and spices. These bags — as well as the stylish messenger bags that have materialized during the 20th century — weren’t bound by gender when they first appeared, and they certainly aren’t today.
For an alluring alternative to a satchel or backpack, luxury houses and various legendary brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and others offer a wide range of crossbody bags and messenger bags for the discerning bag enthusiast. Find these bags in all shapes and sizes on 1stDibs.
Created during Alessandro Michele's tenure at the brand, this sparkling, whimsical minaudière feels just right for a night out.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.