Unusual Pearl Beaded Bag
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Faux Pearl Beaded Bag from the 1960's with vintage enameled Indian lion head finials. Pouch
Unusual Pearl Beaded Bag
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Faux Pearl Beaded Bag from the 1960's with vintage enameled Indian lion head finials. Pouch
Unusual Delill Beaded Filigree Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual clutch of silvery taupe brocade with applied bronze and enamel metal filigrees with copper
Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming and Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag in deep navy. Transformable chain handle
Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in New York, NY
Amazing center cut alligator bag in deep chestnut brown in an unusual yet modern shape. Dimensional
Unusual 1920s Lucite Frame Satin Bag
Located in Boca Raton, FL
From the 1920s, this unusual evening clutch is elegant and timeless at once. Done in black satin
Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag, Charlet Bags
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag by Charlet Bags. Flowers are hand embroidered with colored silk
Walborg Unusual Copper Clad and Lucite Bag
By Walborg
Located in New York, NY
Unusual hard bag by Walborg of martele burnt orange lucite hand "clad" with copper Art and Crafts
$295
H 4.25 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Brass Etched Openwork Filigree Cube Purse w MOP Lucite Lid and Clear Base, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Simultaneously delicate and sturdy, this unusual box purse provides a glimpse of its contents via
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetric Closure
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetrical Closure. Inner lining and
$1,089
H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
An unusual Bakelite frame and silk 'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of a combination of original black and cream silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame...
French Bezel Set Crystal Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual clutch purse with minaudiere fittings for powder, lipstick and mirror. There us also an
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Unusual 1950s Tourist Bag
Located in New York, NY
A rare and unusual bag for tourists circa 1950s. Plastic baby with a mohawk is in a suede fringed
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Rhinestone Lucite 1950's Bracelet Unusual
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a magnificent Lucite and rhinestone bracelet from the 1950's. The outside is a square shape measuring 3 inches by 3 inches with 2 rows of rhinestones on each of the four sid...
Fendi ✿*゚" UNUSUAL COLLECTORS' PIECE Hard Wood Clutch Handbag Bag
By Fendi
Located in KAOHSIUNG, TW
FENDI unusual piece. Done fully by wood with rich tool marks straightforwardly to present a simply
Uniquely Unusual, Jewel Embellished, Pouch-Styled Handbag
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this uniquely unusual, jewel embellished black silky satin, pouch-styled
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New Chanel Purse Holder
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a very unusual rare purse holder from Chanel. This purse holder is black and is
Unusual Victorian Needlepoint and Enamel Mounted Purse
Located in New York, NY
Charming needlepoint purse with sentimental figural panels of a mother and her child and on the
Nettie Rosenstein 50s Leather Purse w/ Unusual Padded Handle
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Gresham, OR
A rare and unusual Nettie Rosenstein 50s leather handbag with molded, padded leather handles and
40s Unusual Plastic Tile Clutch
Located in Gresham, OR
An unusual 40s "plasti-flex" style clutch in black, white and tan. Measures 6" x 12.5" x 1.25
Unusual Navy Calf Clutch with Handle, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Unusual navy convertible clutch with zipper compartment and leather wrapped handle for use two ways
60s Modernist Metal Box Bag - Unusual Shape!
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 60s Modernist oblong casket shape evening box bag with stamped, basket weave textured metal and mirror on inner lid. Fabulous!
Measures 1.75" x 1.75" x 6...
Unusual Vintage Italian Leather Handbag
Located in Port Hope, ON
Made in Italy for "The Room St Regis - Simpsons", this beautiful brown leader handbag has half moon handled; gold loops on either sides of the handles, and opening/closure is by the ...
Koret 1930s Gilt Leather Circular Clutch with Unusual Bow Clasp
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1930s clutch from Koret in gilt leather of a circular design with a decorative rhinestone embellished bow. Part of the center knot of the bow lifts to form the latch to ...
Unusual Chanel Large Rectangular Black Leather Quilted Backpack w CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
CHANEL UNUSUAL LARGE RECTANGULAR BACKPACK Condition : Excellent Vintage Condition Vintage Chanel
Unusual Chanel Square Quilted Black Leather Backpack Bag With Chain Straps
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual and rare Chanel quilted black leather square shaped backpack with CC logo and classic gold
Rare Unusual 3 in 1 Bakelite handbag
Located in New York, NY
This extremely rare handbag can be changed into three different exteriors. The handbag has clear Bakelite. 1st, you have the option of having either a black-patent, or you can have a...
Unusual Snakeskin Clad Nautilus Shell Purse
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Nautilus Shell Purse clad in different panels of colored snakeskin in shades of rasberry
Unusual Needlepoint Clutch, Jacomo, Paris
By Jacomo
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Needlepoint Clutch in the Japanese taste, mounted by Jacomo ,Paris. Hand embroidered
Unusual Gucci Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci's sleek square black calf shoulder bag with lacquered logo frame and chain by Tom Ford. The frame is lacquered in a brownish red high polish finish. 12" x 12" x 5" at top. Cha...
Unusual Pave Swirl Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual hand applied pave rhinestone clutch in a swirl pattern of brown, green and aurora borealis
Vintage Whiting & Davis Unusual Opening Mesh Evening bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Whiting & Davis Silver-tone Mesh evening bag shapes like any other evening bag, until you open it! When opened, the opening is rectangle. The clasp is highlighted with two rh...
Longchamp Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Bag, Unusual Zipper Opening
By Longchamp
Located in New Hope, PA
This supple black leather bag has a wide base tapering as it rises to the top of the bag. There is a zipper closure which starts on the one side of the top and unzips across the top ...
Unusual Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Made for the western market circa 1900,of fine and unusual embroidery of yellow butterflies,canton
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H 8 in W 10 in D 2 in L 16.5 in
1990s Unusual Red Leather Fendi Handbag with Janus Roman Heads Medallion
By Fendi
Located in Port Hope, ON
In excellent shape both in condition and design, this handbag features gold hardware; one ribbed strap and ribbed sides. Altogether a great accessory.
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H 8.5 in W 7.2 in D 7.2 in L 8.5 in
A rare and highly unusual Bakelite topped 'Chinese man' handbag, France, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A wonderful and quite unique subject for this handbag! Made from carved and hand painted Bakelite, in France, it has the most unique way of opening - the Chinese man's hat lifts up, ...
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H 9 in D 8 in L 12.5 in
Unusual Louis Vuitton Monogram Train Case or Carry On Bag + Luggage Tag 1980s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This hard-sided train case or carry-on beauty bag was made by Louis Vuitton in the early 1980s. Hard to find nowadays, it features their signature monogram canvas and is trimmed in ...
Art Deco Crystal and Perspex Finger Clutch
Located in New York, NY
along with a crystal rod purse pull. Extremely unusual and attractive combination. Beautifully made
Tan Lizard Unusual Two-Sided Structured Purse
By Lederer
Located in New York, NY
Very unusual lizard skin purse that is hinged on the side and opens like a book. The hinges are
Unusual Koret Leather Handbag
By Koret
Located in Chicago, IL
you can see, the origianl coin purse and mirror are included. The total
Judith Leiber unusual cabachon minaudierre
By Judith Leiber
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Judith Leiber unusual cabachon minaudierre
Unusual Vintage Fendi Clutch
By Fendi
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a fabulous never used vintage Fendi bag of leather, patent leather and unusual beaded
Fendi unusual wood leather and canvas bag circa 1970
By Fendi
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Fendi unusual wood leather and canvas bag circa 1970 8 1/2" x 6' x 1"
Rare Vintage Unusual Clutch Tapestry Bag
Located in New York, NY
to a salmon /pink lining interior. The inside purse has shirred lining of the same color. It's in
Unusual CHANEL Red Leather Chevron Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an unusual CHANEL bag with a leather and gold plated metal strap, probably dating to the
Unusual and Colorful Leather Evening Clutch Handscreened
By Holtzmann's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Unusual metallic colorblock clutch in leather with piped seams and a silvertone etched clasp.
Rare Lamoplex Lucite purse in confetti lucite by Myles Originals
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Myles Originals unusual Lamoplex Lucite purse in pale Green Confetti lucite with “Gold” and
Iconic 1960's Paco Rabbane Bag with Unusual Clasp
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Chicago, IL
Still modern and contemporary some fifty years later. This aluminum interlocking disc chainmaille bag has a drop of 13 1/2 ". The original metal tag is attached.
Unusual Chanel Jumbo Black Leather 'Mosaic' Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in By Appointment Only, GB
A rare & unusual Chanel jumbo-sized black lambskin leather, 'Mosaic', shoulder or clutch bag
Judith Leiber Skin Crossbody with Jeweled Chain by Funky Finders
By Judith Leiber
Located in Stamford, CT
funkyfinders is pleased to share this unusual judith leiber barrel purse with a subdued gray
jacomo paris pleated patent leather clutch
Located in Stamford, CT
closure accents the unusual purse. 5.5" length 5" height
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H 15.25 in W 13.5 in D 3.75 in
Spring! Unusual Vintage Purse With Poodles and Lucite Wedding and Proms
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This purse belongs to one of our long-time collectors who is moving (and downsizing). This bag was
Koret Black Calfskin Umbrella Handle Purse
Located in New York, NY
Most unusual envelop type purse from the 1950's by Koret. The bag is black calfskin and the
Unusual Tri-Color Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Gorgeous Bottega Veneta classic knot clutch in black, red and white. Pristine condition.
Unusual 1970s Round Brass Bucket Bag on a Chain
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is so unusual and quirky. It is definitely not a bag you will see every day. Suspended from
Rare and Unusual Abstract Leather Evening Bag Austria 1930's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This is a most unusual evening bag. It is made of black leather and has a type of abstract ruching
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...
$235Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1 in
Evans Gilt Metal Guilloche Enamel Evening Bag Compact Case c 1950s
By Evans Case Company
Located in University City, MO
Evans Opulent gilt metal guilloche enamel evening bag - compact case c 1950s The elegant gold metal case has an etched sun burst finish. The front exterior panel is adorned with a g...
$224Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in W 3 in L 7 in
1990s Vintage GUCCI Small Bamboo Leather Handbag Metallic Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI small bamboo top handle bag is crafted of pigskin leather in metallic brown featuring gold toned hardware and a black bamboo handle. Front flap magnetic snap closu...
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
$500
Size: vintage 12; comparable to size M
Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Perfect for brunch, weddings and cocktail parties, this heavyweight linen dress combines crisp geometry with masterful but discrete beading. Its Mod fingertip pockets and gentle A-li...
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2006 Silk Ivory Corset Knee-Length Dress Bride Bridal Wedding
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
So amazing to wear as a part of your wedding festivities ceremonies Roberto Cavalli Vintage 2006 Warm toned ivory Silk blend Has stretch Gold hardware Deep plunge v-neck Adjustable c...
$1,479
H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 3.15 in L 15.75 in
Iconic Gucci Vintage Black Leather Horse Bit 1955 Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A timeless piece from Gucci’s storied archive, this 1970s black leather shoulder bag exudes understated elegance and vintage sophistication. Crafted in smooth, supple leather, the de...
Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italy Rare opulent gold plated minaudiere' clutch c 1970s The elegant gold metal clutch is designed with a green leather embossed band that runs vertically across the center o...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...
$562Sale Price|25% Off
New 1960s Belgium Made Hand Beaded Gold + Bronze Silk Vintage 60s Hand Bag Purse
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful never worn 1960s Belgium made hand beaded silk evening hand bag / purse. Thousands of gold and bronze beads throughout, in an abstract pattern. Lined in gorgeous golden sil...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 4 in L 6.25 in
Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
By Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy, Harry Rosenfeld
Located in University City, MO
HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side ...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Christian Dior New Silk Dress S/S 2015
By Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful yellow silk gown dress from Christian Dior. It is sleeveless and has a crew neckline with tucks around it's circumference opening to the hem which has a side slit- chic ...
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
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.