Vintage 1950's Mauve Satin Rhinestone Evening Bag Cocktail bag 1950s purse
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful 1950's mauve coloured satin handbag, decorated with an ornate frame is the perfect piece to complete your evening attire The rounded gold toned metal frame, is embel...
Vintage 1950's Tortoiseshell Lucite Box Bag Rialto Barrel Bag
By Rialto
Located in Nashville, TN
A beauty to behold, this original vintage 1950's box bag, rendered in a swirling marbled tortoiseshell coloured lucite, and accented by gold metal hardware, is just the perfect piec...
Vintage 1950's Grey Lucite Llewellyn Box Bag Lucite Purse Marbled
By Llewellyn
Located in Nashville, TN
A beauty to behold, this original 1950's Llewellyn box bag, rendered in a swirling marbled grey lucite, is just the perfect piece for your statement accessory collection. The wond...
Vintage 1950's Llewelyn Off White Pearlized Lucite Top Handle Handbag
By Llewellyn
Located in North Miami, FL
This very chic vintage 1950's top handle handbag is off white pearlized lucite by a company from NYC called Llewellyn. It is noted as such on the hinge. There is a silver metal outli...
Vintage 1950's Lucite and Brass filigree box bag pearlescent lucite box bag
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most decadent pearlescent marbled lucite set off my gold toned filigree metal, this original 1950's lucite box bag, is sure to be a favourite in your handbag collecti...
Hermes Vintage 1950's Haut à Courroies Hac 50 Birkin Natural Toile Travel Duffle
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Brass Hardware - Toile Exterior - Circa latre 1950's - Absolutely amazing patina Condition: The bag presents very well considering its age. It features a rich, well-develop...
$822Sale Price|22% Off
Delvaux Vintage Canvas Leather Travel Suitcase, 1950s
By Delvaux
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Delvaux- Collector's item rare Vintage 1950s monogrammed canvas and leather suitcase travel bag luggage. We offer more vintage items, view our frontstore Details: Good sturdy lea...
Wadsworth 1950s Vintage Gold-Tone Minaudière Compact with Jet Beads
By Wadsworth
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An exceptional mid-century accessory, this rare Wadsworth minaudière, coined “Pandora”, is crafted from gold-tone metal and features an elegant black jet bead design adorning the top...
Vintage 1950s Italian Black Faux-Astrakhan Evening Bag with Gold Frame
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This sophisticated 1950s Italian evening bag is a stunning example of mid-century luxury and craftsmanship. The exterior is fashioned from a rich, textured black faux-astrakhan lamb ...
Vintage 1950s Black Seed Bead Evening Bag, Mother-of-Pearl Frame
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
A black seed bead evening bag, circa 1950s-1960s, with a gold-tone frame accented with mother-of-pearl. - Dense black seed bead ground across the bag body and bead-covered top handl...
c. 1950s–1960s Vintage Whiting & Davis Jet-Black Armor Mesh Shoulder Bag
Located in Honolulu, HI
A stunning, near-flawless mid-century masterwork from Whiting & Davis, the definitive American pioneer of luxury metal mesh. This evening bag captures the sophisticated glitz of ...
1950s Vintage Black leather and Brass Italian Top Handle Bag By Albanese Milano
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Step back in time with this exquisite and incredibly chic 1950s vintage top-handle bag, a true testament to timeless Italian craftsmanship. This elegant handbag, crafted from genuine...
$472Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Whiting & Davis White Armor Mesh Drawstring Bucket Bag (c. 1950s–1960s)
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Honolulu, HI
This immaculate, museum-grade mid-century artifact is an exquisite example of Whiting & Davis’s iconic craftsmanship. Sourced in near-pristine mint condition, this vintage drawst...
$328Sale Price|26% Off
Vintage Bag in black red and beige Chenille by 'Garay' in the 1950s USA
By Garay
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A fun young bag designed in the 1950s USA with one longer handle made of printed Velvet/Chenille in diferent colors. Lined with black skay/artificial leather, which is typical of...
1950s Vintage Brown Suede and Brass Italian Cosmetic Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a magnificent example of a 1950s-1960s Black Suede and Brass Evening Bag/Vanity Case that seamlessly blends sophisticated mid-century design with practical luxury. The exteri...
Hermes Vintage Ulysse Toile Barenia Trunk Carry On Suitcase Gold Hardware 1950s
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Special order ulysse exterior HH logo throughout - Brass hardware - Estimated to be from the early 1950's - Dual front buckle strap with functioning snap closure - Linen lined...
1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag This exquisite 1950s Italian evening bag is a sophisticated blend of materials and textures, featuring deep blue Bakelite and luxu...
1950s Pink Woven Fabric and Brass Italian Minaudière Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
It features a structured leather frame in a matching pink tone, topped with a gold-tone kiss-lock clasp — a signature of vintage bags from this era.The handle is made of twisted gold...
1950s Art Deco Black Velvet Italian Top Handle Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a beautiful, highly stylized vintage top-handle bag, likely dating to the 1950s or early 1960s.
A 1950s High Quality Black Leather Italian Miniature Hand Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This elegant vintage 1950s black top-handle bag exudes timeless sophistication and classic style. Crafted from genuine leather, the bag features a sleek and structured silhouette, ty...
1950s Art Deco Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking vintage Italian shoulder bag is a testament to sophisticated design and quality craftsmanship. Its captivating midnight blue hue and sleek silhouette evoke a bygone era...
1950s Art Deco Fake Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Minaudière by Ipes
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage Italian handbag is a striking example of mid-century Bakelite craftsmanship, showcasing the elegance and experimentation of that era’s accessory design. Made from richly...
1950s Navy Blue Wicker and Dual-Tone Hardware Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Exquisite 1950s Italian Navy Blue Wicker Shoulder Bag with Dual-Tone Hardware Discover a captivating piece of mid-century Italian craftsmanship with this exquisite 1950s shoulder bag...
1950s High Quality Bakelite and Woven White Cotton Italian Hand-Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exquisite 1950s Italian handbag is a prime example of mid-century resort elegance, combining artisanal texture with high-style industrial materials. The body of the bag is exper...
1950s Art Deco Black Leather and Wood Italian Top Handle bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a vintage Italian handbag that exudes classic elegance with a bold, sculptural twist. The handbag is made of smooth black leather with a slightly glossy finish, shaped into ...
1950s Art Deco Style Cream Toned Bakelite and Leather Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This chic vintage Italian mini shoulder bag is a standout piece crafted in cream Bakelite and leather, blending mid-century charm with minimalist architectural lines. The body of th...
1950s Retro High Quality Black Leather and Brass Italian Evening hand-Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Step into an era of refined glamour with this exquisite 1950s evening handbag, where deep black croc-embossed calfskin takes center stage and the comforting weight of solid brass har...
Brown Matte Alligator Top Handle Hourglass Purse with Comb and Mirror, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A ladylike staple accessory and a sign of good breeding, an alligator top handle bag remains as relevant today as it was a half-century ago. Pairs as effortlessly with denim and a tr...
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Vintage Brown Crocodile Purse - Late 1950's
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a magnificent late 1950's brown crocodile purse. This magnificent example of the highest quality of bag shows major signs of wear. Please see the pictures. I imagin...
Hermès vintage 1950's black leather Kelly bag.
By Hermès
Located in Lugano, CH
Vintage black leather Kelly bag. Featuring a trapeze body, top flap closure with twist-lock strap fastening, gold-tone hardware, front embossed logo stamp, a detachable leather cloch...
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Mod Hat with Matching Purse - Late 1950's
Located in Boca Raton, FL
You are looking at a fabulous hat and matching handbag set from the late 50's, early 1960's. The hat and purse consist of a geometric pattern of various shades of blue, black, seafoa...
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Lucite Vintage Handbag Purse, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful 1940s box style evening bag. Marbled toffee coloured celluloid with brass hardware.circa 1950's.Handbags you wear like jewelry shell lucite gilt trim. Perfect condition. Th...
Leather Top Handle Vintage Bag / Purse, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 1950s handbag in reptile skin leather is an exquisite piece of craftsmanship. Warm chocolate brown color with brass clasp and hardware. Two sturdy horseshoe handles. The pur...
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H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Straw and Leather Vintage Brown Basket Bag or Handle Bag 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Another detail are the small brass feet at the bottom of the basket bag. Such basket bags are gladly worn in Southern France to finish the style and to appear the style effortlessly.
Straw Vintage Bamboo Top Handle Bag with colorful Dots 1950s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
This straw vintage bamboo top handle bag was designed and made in the 1950s, Italy. The handle bag features a bamboo handle and a brass clip closure. The body of the vintage handle b...
Vintage Canvas Weekend Bag by Delvaux, Belgium, 1950s
By Delvaux
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage weekend bag by Delvaux, Belgium. Beige tweed fabric trimmed in army green suede. Can expand to a bigger size by opening the brass zipper. Name tag marked with the original ...
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H 6.5 in W 2.6 in L 9.5 in
Vintage 1950's rhinestone handbag 1950's black satin rhinestone clasp handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the smoothest black faille, which boast an almost satin like finish and accented by a gold toned clasp embellished with rhinestones, this original 1950's handbag is sure ...
1950's Vintage Beaded Clutch
Located in London, GB
1920's vintage beaded evening bag featuring ornately beaded detail on the top of the bag and on the latch. The interior of the bag is lined in black satin. Handmade in France. Mat...
Vintage 1950's Lucite and Brass filigree box bag vintage 1950s box bag gold
Located in Nashville, TN
This breathtaking 1950's lucite and gold toned metal box bag, in the most interesting cut out design, is the perfect accessory for any vintage lover. The rectangle shape of the bag ...
1950's Vintage Joseff Box Bag
By Joseff of Hollywood
Located in London, GB
1950's black satin box bag featuring gold embroidery and red and turquoise beaded detail on the top of the bag. This bag has a double strap and press stud closure. The interior of th...
1950's Rare Vintage Rhinestone Handbag
Located in London, GB
1950's rare vintage handbag in white satin covered in pink aurora borealis rhinestones. The bag is opened by pulling a red rectangular rhinestone. The interior of the bag is lined in...
Vintage 1950's white beaded floral iridescent box bag original 1950's handbag
By Walborg
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly enchanting 1950's beaded handbag, embellished with white glass rocaille beads and iridescent glass bugle beads, in a floral design, is the perfect statement piece to add t...
1950's Vintage Cilli Black Crocodile Accordian Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950's Vintage Cilli Black Crocodile Accordian Handbag. This bag is in excellent vintage condition with very minor wear to the outside but some wear to the inside. Measurements: ...
Marzini 1950's Vintage Black Velvet Small Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Marzini 1950's Vintage Black Velvet Small Handbag. This bag is in excellent vintage condition with light wear. It has a cut velvet design on the bottom of the front portion and a pus...
1950's Vintage Black Floral Printed Velvet Small Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950's Vintage Black Floral Printed Velvet Small Handbag. This handbag is in good vintage condition with wear consistent with its age. There are some markings on the handle shown in ...
Vintage 1950's Gold Metal forset Rex Woven Box Bag Gold Box Bag 1950s Handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful 1950's Dorset Rex tall curved rectangular handbag, with gold toned metallic features, is the perfect finishing touch to your outfit. The large rectangular curved sha...
1950's Vintage Italian Black Straw Top Handle Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950's Vintage Italian Black Straw Top Handle Bag. This bag is in very good vintage condition with wear consistent with its age. Measurements: Length- 7" Width- 12.5" Depth- 5....
Vintage 1950's hand painted Wilardy Floral Lucite bag vintage handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A marvel to behold, this original 1950's clear lucite box bag, accented by hand painted flowers surrounded by trailing green florals, is just the statement piece to add to your vinta...
Gucci Vintage Navy Leather Bag with Bamboo Handle - circa 1950's
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Vintage Navy Leather Bag with Bamboo Handle - circa 1950's. This bag is in very good vintage condition with minor scratches consistent with its age. It has a turnkey lock in th...
Vintage Black Crocodile Top Handle Handbag - Circa 1950's - GHW
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Black Crocodile Top Handle Handbag - Circa 1950's - GHW. Push in top clasp has slight discoloration which is consistent with age. Skin is in very good condition. Has suede in...
Vintage Multicolor Decoupage Printed Handbag with Bakelite Handle - circa 1950's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Multicolor Decoupage Printed Handbag with Bakelite Handle - circa 1950's. This bag is in excellent vintage condition with some minor wear consistent with age. The bag feature...
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H 6.5 in W 2.75 in L 10 in
VINTAGE 1950's Silk Satin Evening Purse with Lucite Rhinestone Accenting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vijntage 1950's purse is composed of black silk satin. Features lucite ball accents with inset rhinestones. There is an interior compartment with silk lining. In excellent vinta...
Vintage 1950's Gold Micro Beaded Floral Handbag Crewel Embroidered Evening Bag
Located in Nashville, TN
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded evening bag, rendered in the smallest gold glass beads, accented by small crewel work embroidery stitches of blooming flowe...
Gucci Chocolate Brown Vintage Leather Bag w/ Top Handle - GHW - circa 1950's
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Brown Vintage Leather Bag w/ a Top Handle. This bag is in excellent vintage condition. It features a gorgeous brown leather, two main inside compartments, a gold "GG" clasp, ...
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H 5.5 in W 4 in L 6.2 in
Vintage 1950's Green Lucite Box Bag Myles Original of Miami Confetti Box Bag
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most interesting confetti pattern, in a deep shade of olive green with gold fleck accents, this original 1950's Myles Original of Miami lucite box bag, is a rare piec...
1950s Vintage Black Crocodile Structured Top Handle Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic and very chic crocodile handbag from the 1950's made in France exclusively for Creeds, a historic Canadian department store. Structured with a double top handles and the inte...
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.