$576Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE Vanitas Barocco pink quilted leather gold Medusa crossbody waist bag
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Vanitas Barocco pink quilted leather gold Medusa crossbody waist bag Reference: TGAS/B02181
$585Sale Price|35% Off
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/B02107
$318Sale Price|75% Off
2019 VERSACE Medusa Greca Baroque Print Lambskin Crossbody Leather Waist Bag
By Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
style with the 2019 VERSACE Medusa Greca Baroque Print Lambskin Leather Waist Bag. It's not just a
$742Sale Price|25% Off
VERSACE Palazzo Empire Small charcoal green black Medusa crossbody satchel bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Palazzo Empire Small charcoal green black Medusa crossbody satchel bag Reference: TGAS
F/W 1996 Gianni Versace Rhinestone Medusa Satin Mini Top Handle Crossbody Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gianni Versace designed this petite black satin top handle bag for his Fall/Winter 1996 Collection
F/W 1992 Gianni Versace Couture Black Satin Gold Rhinestone Medusa Bag
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Made of gorgeous black silk satin and embellished bag with a large iconic gold Medusa logo, this
F/W 1992 Gianni Versace Couture Blue Satin Gold and Rhinestone Medusa Bag
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Made of gorgeous blue silk satin and embellished bag with a large iconic gold Medusa logo, this bag
$960Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE Tribute Icon black gold Barocco calfskin Medusa crossbody satchel bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Tribute Icon black gold Barocco calfskin Medusa crossbody satchel bag Reference: TGAS
F/W 1992 Gianni Versace Bondage Strap Black Leather Medusa Mini Bag Crossbody
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gianni Versace black leather mini bag from the Fall/Winter 1992 collection features signature
Unavailable
H 5.12 in W 6.7 in D 2.56 in L 36.23 in
Gianni Versace Medusa Brown Leather Crossbody Mini Bag 1990s
By Gianni Versace
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Gianni Versace brown leather crossbody bag with Versace signature medusa head closure. Along the
Gianni Versace Couture Handbag Vintage Black Drawstring Bag W/ Medusa Head
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful vintage black Gianni Versace Couture handbag that was made in Italy. The bag
Unavailable
H 10.24 in W 6.3 in D 2.37 in
FINAL SALE Gianni Versace Couture Mini Satin Evening Bag with Medusa Head
By Gianni Versace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A lovely vintage Gianni Versace Couture mini handbag / crossbody bag with a sparkling medusa head.
Versace Quilted Leather Gold Medusa Head Small Flap crossbody Bag
By Versace
Located in Montreal, Quebec
COLOR: Gold MATERIAL: Leather MEASURES: 5 X” x L 8” x D 2.5” DROP: 21” COMES WITH: Dust bag, care
Versace Red Leather Medusa Camera Crossbody Bag 35v413s
By Versace
Located in Dix hills, NY
Versace Red Leather Medusa Camera Crossbody Bag 35v413s Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 8
VERSACE La Medusa Vanity pink gold hardware mini crossbody bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa Vanity pink gold hardware mini crossbody bag Reference: BNAY/A00006 Brand
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H 7.5 in D 3.75 in L 10.75 in
Gianni Versace Vintage Embossed Crocodile Medusa Shoulder Crossbody Bag, 1993.
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Gianni Versace Vintage Embossed Crocodile Medusa Shoulder Crossbody Bag, 1992 - 1993. Established
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium Reference: TGAS/D00824
new VERSACE black white logo Medusa print nylon crossbody messenger bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE black white logo Medusa print nylon crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS/C00840
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small Reference: TGAS/D00812
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium Reference: TGAS/D00819
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium Reference: TGAS/D00823
VERSACE Pop Medusa black yellow calf Greca nylon strap crossbody bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Pop Medusa black yellow calf Greca nylon strap crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00126 Brand
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS/C00053
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS/C00129
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS/C00129
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium Reference: TGAS/D00826
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium Reference: TGAS/D00822
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium Reference: TGAS/D00827
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small Reference: TGAS/D00815
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small Reference: TGAS/D00813
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small Reference: TGAS/D00812
new VERSACE Pop Medusa black yellow calf Greca nylon strap crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Pop Medusa black yellow calf Greca nylon strap crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00048
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H 25 in W 19 in D 8 in
new VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey leather nylon strap crossbody messenger bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey leather nylon strap crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS
VERSACE Clash Demi Medusa gold silver split black leather neck crossbody bag
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Clash Demi Medusa gold silver split black leather neck crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00333
new VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small Reference: TGAS
new VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Medium Reference: TGAS
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H 6 in D 2 in L 8.75 in
Gianni Versace Vintage Medusa Gold & Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag, F/W 1992.
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Gianni Versace Vintage Medusa Gold & Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag, F/W 1992. Established in 1978
Sold
H 17 in W 10 in D 4 in
new VERSACE Clash Demi Medusa gold silver split black neck pouch crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Clash Demi Medusa gold silver split black neck pouch crossbody bag Reference: TGAS
Versace Black Leather Studded Medusa Sling Bag 24v223s
By Versace
Located in Dix hills, NY
Versace Black Leather Studded Medusa Sling Bag 24v223s Measurements: Length: 10.5" Width: 6
VERSACE -COLLECTION Metallic Olive Leather Gold Medusa Zip Shoulder Bag
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
VERSACE COLLECTION shoulder bag comes in a metallic olive smooth leather and features an oversized
VERSACE PAlazzo Medusa smooth black leather crossbody camera bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE PAlazzo Medusa smooth black leather crossbody camera bag Reference: TGAS/B00663 Brand
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H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 3.15 in
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00162
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H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 3.15 in
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00188
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H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 3.15 in
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00160
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H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 3.15 in
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE black lacquered saffiano leather silver Medusa crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00187
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H 8.67 in W 10.24 in D 5.12 in
VERSACE Palazzo Empire Small black gold Medusa crossbody satchel bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Palazzo Empire Small black gold Medusa crossbody satchel bag Reference: TGAS/B01402 Brand
VERSACE La Medusa Vanity pink gold hardware mini crossbody bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa Vanity pink gold hardware mini crossbody bag Reference: BNAY/A00006 Brand
VERSACE La Medusa Vanity pink gold hardware mini crossbody bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa Vanity pink gold hardware mini crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/E00474 Brand
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H 6.7 in W 9.85 in D 1.97 in
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black crystal strass goat clutch crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black crystal strass goat clutch crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/A04204
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE blue lambskin leather quilted gold Medusa chain crossbody bag Small Reference: TGAS/D00811
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H 10.63 in W 9.06 in D 0.2 in
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black geometric quilted nylon crossbody messenger bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black geometric quilted nylon crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS
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H 10.63 in W 9.06 in D 0.2 in
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black geometric quilted nylon crossbody messenger bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black geometric quilted nylon crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS
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H 5.91 in W 8.67 in D 1.97 in
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black patent gold chain crossbody clutch bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black patent gold chain crossbody clutch bag Reference: MAWG/A00057
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H 6.3 in W 9.45 in D 3.55 in
VERSACE Savage Barocco black gold diamond quilted Medusa crossbody camera bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Savage Barocco black gold diamond quilted Medusa crossbody camera bag Reference: TGAS
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/B02186
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H 5.52 in W 8.27 in D 1.97 in
new VERSACE Vanitas baroque quilted black gold Medusa crossbody waist bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Vanitas baroque quilted black gold Medusa crossbody waist bag Reference: TGAS/B01620
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Pop Medusa navy grey calf leather Greca crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS/C00129
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/B02107
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H 4.53 in W 7.49 in D 1.58 in
VERSACE Medusa Palazzo gold emblem pink strass crystal embellished crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Medusa Palazzo gold emblem pink strass crystal embellished crossbody bag Reference: TGAS
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H 5.12 in W 9.45 in D 2.37 in
new VERSACE Vanitas baroque quilted white leather Medusa crossbody waist bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Vanitas baroque quilted white leather Medusa crossbody waist bag Reference: TGAS
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H 6.7 in W 4.73 in D 1.78 in
new VERSACE black lacquered leather silver Medusa logo small crossbody bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE black lacquered leather silver Medusa logo small crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00189
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H 6.7 in W 4.73 in D 1.78 in
new VERSACE black lacquered leather silver Medusa logo crossbody bag Small
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE black lacquered leather silver Medusa logo crossbody bag Small Reference: TGAS/C00190
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H 9.45 in W 9.85 in D 4.73 in
VERSACE Small Palazzo Empire cobalt blue Medusa lock crossbody satchel bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Small Palazzo Empire cobalt blue Medusa lock crossbody satchel bag Reference: TGAS/B01855
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H 7.88 in W 10.24 in D 5.12 in
VERSACE Palazzo Empire Small charcoal green black Medusa crossbody satchel bag
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Palazzo Empire Small charcoal green black Medusa crossbody satchel bag Reference: TGAS
VERSACE Vanitas white baroque quilted gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Vanitas white baroque quilted gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/B01474
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H 7.09 in W 8.67 in D 2.76 in
new VERSACE fuchsia pink Medusa head charm rectangular crossbody camera bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE fuchsia pink Medusa head charm rectangular crossbody camera bag Brand: Versace Designer
Chanel Resort Summer Denim Diamond Stitch Fringe Beach Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Beach Shopping Tote Bag Pool Resort Fringe Large Travel Shoulder Bag Canvas diamond stitch exterior with fringe detail CC embroidery detail Interior soft terry cloth lining ...
Giuseppe Zanotti Black Suede Lace up Cutout Thigh High Boots Size 9
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous pair of black suede over the knee boots by Giuseppe Zanotti. They have elaborate cut outs and functional lacing up the outside of each boot with black leather cord matchi...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
$1,695
Size: EU 41-43 / UK 6, 7 & 8.
2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano White Fur Ski Snow Boots EU 41-43
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous Vintage 2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano, White Fur trimmed Ski Snow Boots. Extremely Iconic Aprés Ski wear. Total height; 15" Size Stated on the Shoes ; EU 41 - 43 ...
$1,595
H 4.75 in W 3.25 in
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...
$4,319Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.5 in W 3.5 in L 13.5 in
Limited Edition Chanel Maxi Grey Rain Jacket Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel limited edition grey lambskin quilted maxi flap with silver tone hardware. Special edition with retractable rain jacket. Measurements: 13"L x 3"W x 7"H, shoulder drop, 10"/17"...
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag . SIZE 20cm X 12cm X 6cm Chain lenght = 125cm One flat pocket on the back of the bag. 2 inside pocket ( one with zip closure) Kaki leather lining. Aut...
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Extra Long Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Baar, CH
Rare 1997 Tom Ford for Gucci dress with original gold-tone "Illusion" hook belt, crafted from thick, body-molding jersey. - From the 1997 Cruise collection. - Comes with original ...
$397Sale Price|25% Off
VERSACE Runway Aevitas 155 black satin gold crystal Medusa double platform EU41
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway Aevitas 155 black satin gold crystal Medusa double platform EU41 Reference: TGAS/E00130 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: 1002006 DRA67 1B00V Collectio...
HERMES Rouge H burgundy leather VIBRATO KELLY 35 RETOURNE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 'Kelly II 35 Retourne Vibrato' bag in Rouge H (burgund) Veau Evercalf leather with multicolor Vibrato panel. Rare limited edition. Lined in Rouge H Chèvre (goat skin) with two...
Chanel 2002 Vintage Rare Black Patent Leather Rubik Cube Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
2002/2003 Period Patent leather Black color Red internal textile Metal logo Zip closure Can be carried as bracelet Cm 8 x 8 x 9 (3,14 x 3,14 x 3,54 inches) Extremely rare piece With ...
HERMES Encre blue Togo leather KELLY 35 RETOURNE Bag Gold
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Kelly 35 soulder bag in Bleu Encre Togo leather with gold-tone hardware. Lined in Bleu Saphir goat skin leather with two open pockets against the front and a zi...
New Versace Gold Black Triple Platform Swarovski Crystals Medusa Shoes Sandals
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Triple Platform Strap Sandals Sizes Available - 35.5, 38, 38.5, 39, 39.5. Colors - Gold and Black 100% Leather, Swarovski Crystals Gold Medusa Leather Lining, Leather Sol...
S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana Runway Ad Lace-Up Satin Bodycon Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting the sexiest Dolce & Gabbana little black dress. From the Spring/Summer 2003 'Sex & Love' collection, this dress opened the season's runway as look 1, modeled by Gisele Bün...
$24,920
H 6.25 in W 5.5 in L 12.75 in
Chanel Vintage 1988 Quilted Black Lambskin Train Case Leather Home Decor Trunk
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 1988 Quilted Black Lambskin Train Case Leather Home Decor Trunk Authentic vintage 1988 Chanel oval vanity large cosmetic bag in black quilted leather. Top is secured ...
Subversive, maximalist and unabashedly seductive, Gianni Versace’s (1946–97) designs infused high fashion with an entirely new ethos. “I don’t believe in good taste,” the legendary Italian couturier once explained. Instead, he had a sexy good time with fashion — as he did with life. Today, vintage Versace clothing, handbags and other accessories look astonishingly fresh and freshly relevant.
More than any designer before him, Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry “is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way.”
Insiders consider his 1991/1992 Autumn/Winter runway show — which featured supermodels Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista lip-synching George Michael’s “Freedom! '90” — the moment when the two worlds of fashion and pop culture became one, changing both forever.
Versace was born in Reggio di Calabria, Italy. His mother was a successful dressmaker who employed more than 40 seamstresses. As a child, little Gianni marveled at her workshop, which would become a university of sorts, where he learned the exceptional construction techniques that were at the foundation of his creative expression.
In 1972, at age 25, Versace moved to Milan to work in fashion. He launched his first collection — and his label — in 1978, with his older brother Santo managing the business concerns. Soon, sister Donatella, whom Gianni dressed and took to discos when she was still a child, joined the family venture, where she had a creative role and managed enormously popular ready-to-wear lines such as Versus.
Vintage Versace — and Gianni Versace Couture, which debuted in 1989 — has become catnip for modern fashion enthusiasts who seek out the now-iconic house codes that originated in the designs of the 1980s and 1990s. His glamorous and seductive apparel — the clingy skirts and slender, strappy party dresses, as well as the erotic magazine ads that publicized them — looms large, but Versace’s art and historical influences were also vast.
Versace was an art collector, and he took on commissions to create costumes for theatrical performances during the 1980s and spoke of looking to numerous cultures for inspiration. This adventurous spirit of design resulted in his creating jewel-toned prints rooted in Grecian motifs, Etruscan symbols, the Italian Baroque and Andy Warholʼs Marilyn Monroe. There were slinky dresses in Oroton, his patented chain-mail textile that draped like satin, and leather bondage ensembles. Sex sold, for both women and men. Wrote the late curator Richard Martin, “[Versace] became the standard-bearer of gay men’s fashion because he eschewed decorum and designed for desire.”
Following Versace’s tragic murder in 1997, Donatella took over the role of artistic director and continued to evolve the house codes with a twist of her feminine and feminist perspective. Today, Santo Versace is chief executive officer of Versace and Donatella is its chief creative officer.
Browse an extraordinary collection of vintage Versace evening dresses, handbags, day dresses, accessories and more on 1stDibs.
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.