Scandinavian Rosemaling Folk Art Painted Wood Basket Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
It is a great size and shape for everything from a sewing basket to a small picnic lunch carrier or even better, a cottage-core style handbag.
Scandinavian Rosemaling Folk Art Painted Wood Basket Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
It is a great size and shape for everything from a sewing basket to a small picnic lunch carrier or even better, a cottage-core style handbag.
Dark Brown Leather Handbag with Flip clasp by R. Cochet
By Robert Cochet
Located in Catania, IT
Brown leather handbag with metal top frame and single top handle; interior zippered side pocket with two open pocket beneath . Metal flip clasp closure by Robert Cochet. fully lined ...
Leather
$610
H 28 in W 10 in D 7 in
Lot of 4 Mary Frances Handbags w/ Rhinestones. Priced per bag. Great Charm.
Located in Buchanan, MI
This lot includes the following: a handbag with a rose motif, a faux leather yellow handbag with hoop handle, a blue denim handbag with a large flower, and a purple and brown handbag...
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Wicker basket Lesco
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ANONYMOUS -Wicker bag Lesco Lona dating from the 60s. To note, trace of wear on one side, probably due to rubbing against clothes Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 17 c...
Wicker Basket Floral Bag, 1960s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Wicker basket decorated with flowers. To note, an ink stain on the inside lining. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Width : 28 cm - Height : 18 cm -...
Chanel basket bag Spring-Summer 1994
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Rattan basket bag with a golden metal chain fishnet interlaced with black lamb leather. Double chain handle with a matching interlacing. Red canvas lining p...
Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bucket Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Nantucket rattan basket bucket bag is a handcrafted accessory that combines the elegance of Nantucket's artisanal tradition with a functional, stylish design. Nantucket,...
Moroccan Raffia Straw Basket Tote Bag with Leather Handles
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage hand crafted raffia straw basket tote bag with leather handles. Great to use at the beach, Ibiza Spain and St Tropez France stylish French Moroccan beach basket. Or to shop a...
Lulu Guinness Face Motif Raffia Woven Basket
By Lulu Guiness
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with this Lulu Guinness Face Motif Raffia Woven Basket circa 1990s! This adorable mini top handle handbag is a true fashion gem, featuring an eye-catching face mot...
Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bag with Seashells
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Nantucket rattan basket bag with seashells is a unique and charming variation of the classic Nantucket basket, combining the traditional craftsmanship of woven rattan wi...
Elizabeth Arden Gilded Gold "Basket Weave" Compact
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in New York, NY
Elizabeth Arden gilded gold hardware made in Germany is accented with a "Basket weave" design and measures 2 1/2" in circumference, depth is 3/8".
$25,000
H 7.88 in W 3.94 in L 9.06 in
Very Rare Vintage Chanel Leather Chain Quilted Wicker Picnic Basket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Extremely rare vintage Chanel picnic basket. Very coveted vintage piece. Slight signs of storage and scuffs on the wooden wicker and leather. Slight tarnishing on the hardware. Serie...
Gucci Rare Vintage Red Leather Basket Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step back into the past with this exquisite Gucci Basket Bag, a rare vintage treasure that perfectly captures the essence of Italian luxury. This medium-sized crossbody is crafted fr...
Vintage 1960's Ivory Woven Basket Bag Pearlescent Lucite Handles
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful early 1960's ivory basket bag, accented by pearlescent lucite handles, is just the piece to add to your vintage accessory collection.
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag: Gold Lurex hand bag covered in gold sequins and yellow teardrop fringe lucite beading. Nested inside is a...
Chanel Bicolor Raffia Straw CC Logo Quilted Chain Basket Bag 858721
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Serial Number: None Made In: France Measurements: Length: 5.4" Width: 5.3" Height: 5.9" S...
Dorset Rex of Fifth Avenue Gold Metal Basket Handbag.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dorset Rex of Fifth Avenue 1950s gold metal basket handbag. Gorgeous and very cute vintage box bag from the 1950s.
Vintage Decoupaged Hand Basket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Delightful hand basket with applied flower decoration. Movable handle slides out of the way to open. Under lid applied with birds and nest decoration.
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1950s french natural osier rigid basket
Located in Newark, DE
Gorgeous natural rigid osier basket , France circa 1950
1950s Japanese Bamboo Basket Hand Bag
Located in Bozeman, MT
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Koret gold and silver metal 1950s basket bag
By Koret
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1950s gold and silver metal basket bag by Koret. With beautiful gold lining and change purse. Metal handles. Excellent condition, appears to be unused.
Vintage "Basket of Daisies" Novelty Bag
Located in London, GB
A sensational novelty bag in the form of a black lacquered picnic basket with gold tone catch, which bears the slightest signs of wear. The internal black lining is pristine and look...
1930's Hand Woven Fish Basket Purse Bucket Bag
Located in New York, NY
1930's hand woven circular fish basket purse with double drop handles to carry in hand or under arm. The bag can also be used to enhance home decor and as a catch all. Beautiful piece.
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H 10.63 in W 10.63 in D 4.34 in L 28.75 in
Straw Beige Vintage Basket Shoulder Bag 1990s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
We present a vintage straw shoulder bag with a structured surface made of straw. The flap is easy to close with a rattan bow. Furthermore the structured surface shows a woven rhomb ...
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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
This mid century modern basket bag/handle bag is a very charming piece from the 1950s. It features a cord handle ( Length 40 cm measured from the middle of the bag ) and fixed with ...
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H 11.62 in W 11.23 in
Vintage Red Straw Rattan Basket Handle Bag with Brass Clasp Italy 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
This presented handle bag was made of straw red lacquered and features a great color. Also the straw handle bag shows a brass clasp. The clasp close the bag with a button. Additional...
Chanel Brown 1997 - 2000 Wicker Basket Handbag
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Brown 1997 - 2000 Wicker Basket Handbag Length 9" Height 8" Depth 4" Handle Drop 8"
Nantucket lightship basket handbag, c. 1950
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Nantucket lightship handbag in woven split bamboo with a distinctive carved whale mounted on top of the basket to the burl walnut lid plate.
Bamboo, Walnut
Vintage Timmy Woods Black Lacquer Wooden 'Basket' Handbag
By Timmy Woods
Located in Atlanta, GA
This vintage Timmy Woods of Beverly Hills black lacquered wooden handbag is fabricated to look like a basket bag with the appearance of a lattice woven surface.
Large Italian Straw & Bamboo Novelty Basket Handbag, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
This look would be right at home on the Riviera ... an amazing 1950's Italian straw handbag with bamboo handle and raffia decoration. The coral grasscloth body has a straw base and ...
Dorset Rex 1950's Silver & Gold Metal Lucite Basket Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tisket a tasket ... a fabulous Dorset Rex basket! In the 1950’s two companies specializing in powder compacts merged to create Dorset Rex Fifth Avenue and began designing fun hand...
Dorset Rex 1950's Silver Metal Basket Handbag With Black Lid
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tisket a tasket ... a fabulous Dorset Rex basket! In the 1950’s two companies specializing in powder compacts merged to create Dorset Rex Fifth Avenue and began designing fun hand...
Koret 60s Kelly Green Wicker Basket Purse with Leather and Gold
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous Easter basket handbag, this Koret stunningly mod spring kelly green egg shaped wicker basket has a snap-closure purse inside, brass feet and leather and gold-tone metal or...
Vintage Novelty Wicker Dragon Basket Tote Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
A wonderfully whimsical vintage wicker dragon basket. The natural wicker color is enhanced by the dragon’s black eyes and red tongue.
Unique Vintage PRADA Basket Style Handbag - Collector Item
By Prada
Located in Port Hope, ON
This may be a one of a kind purse ordered by the Wilkes Bashford store. It is black; made of a coated material which resembles the texture of lizard; grosgrain borders; a clasp clos...
1970s Italian Kelly Green Wicker Diminutive Basket Shaped Handbag
By Koret
Located in University City, MO
1970s Italian kelly green wicker diminutive size basket-shaped handbag designed by Koret The charming compact size wicker handbag is adorned with gilt metal decoration on the front ...
MR. ERNEST Wicker & Leather Basket Straw Handbag, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
A-tisket a-tasket … a Mr. Ernest basket! Just in time to add a little frivolity to your Spring and Summer wardrobe … a 1960’s wicker handbag with leather details, including a leathe...
CHANEL Wooden Picnic Basket
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Wooden Picnic Basket Age: 1991-1994 Made In France Materials: Wood, Woven Chain Stamped: "CHANEL" "MADE IN FRANCE" Hologram Sticker Reads: "2738778" Measurements: ...
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H 5 in W 7 in D 2 in L 40 in
RODO Italian Gold Metal Basket Weave Convertible Clutch Handbag, 1970's
By Rodo
Located in Atlanta, GA
A touch of 1970's glamour from RODO, a great Italian brand that has been producing high quality handbags since the 1950's. The company was founded by Romualdo Dori and quickly becam...
Black wicker basket
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ANONYMOUS - Wicker basket. Condition: Very good condition Measurements: Width: 17 cm (6.69") - Height: 17 cm (6.69") - Depth: 10 cm to 13 cm (3.93" to 5.11") SKU:S1422
1960's Soure Flower Basket Hand Bag
Located in New York, NY
Amusing Soure NY bag from the 1960's decorated with a flower basket motif. Sequinned flowers, leaves with fantasy stones. Black vinyl trim, lined in tan plastic.
Back of bag...
Chanel Vintage Basket Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Denim and wicker basket crossbody bag from Chanel Vintage featuring a woven design, a gold-tone chain shoulder strap, a gold-tone logo plaque, foldover top with twist-lock closure, a...
Gucci Vintage Rare Gold Metal Basket Look Evening Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare vintage Gucci hard shell evening clutch bag in gold metal, from the 1970s. It features a woven basket look, enameled fold-over flap closure with buckle detail on the front. N.B:...
Rare 1990s Chanel Black Woven Rattan Basket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Carry around a piece of vintage history courtesy of Karl Lagerfeld! Circa late 1990s, this rare Chanel bag screams mini picnic basket with its black glazed woven rattan exterior and ...
1960 Gold Metal Basket Weave Textured Evening Box Clutch w/ Mirror
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Italian gold metal basket weave evening box clutch with hinged lid, velvet lining and a fixed mirror on lid. Height is 5 inches, width is 6 inches. Condition very go...
Chanel Rare Collectors Vintage Wicker Basket Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% Authentic RARE Chanel Vintage Wicker Basket Crossbody Bag features leather flap top with signature goldtone CC twist lock closure. Made In: Italy Year of Production: 1997-19...
Chanel Vintage Black Wicker Picnic Basket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Wicker Picnic Basket Bag is in excellent vintage condition. Shiny black wicker with gold tone interlocking CC emblem. Long gold chain strap may be carri...
Styled by Bounty White Basket-weave with Lucite hardware
Located in New York, NY
The bottom of the handbag has a leather & gold hardware foot to ensure longer wear to the handbag.
1970s Rodo Italy gold metal basket weave evening bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s Rodo gold metal basket weave evening bag...From the 1970s this structured bag is lined in gold leather and features a long shoulder strap that can be used or hidden inside...Si...
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H 13.5 in D 1 in L 12.5 in
Vintage Bonnie Cashin Burgundy Leather Sling Bag Tote Basket Weave Pocket Rare
By Bonnie Cashin
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage and EXTREMELY rare Bonnie Cashin for Meyers burgundy leather sling bag tote, circa the mid 70s. A must-have for the collector, and so hard to find nowad...
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H 11.5 in D 5.5 in L 11.5 in
Bonnie Cashin for Meyers Tote Bag Rare Basket Weave Pocket White Leather 1970s
By Bonnie Cashin
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage, authentic Bonnie Cashin for Meyers large white leather tote bag with basket weave pocket, likely made in the mid 70s following her time at Coach Leatherware. Made ...
Charming Handmade Artisan Sea Life Woven Wicker Rope Summer Handbag c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Charming handmade artisan woven wicker rattan rope vintage basket style handbag. Embellished with a cluster of organic sea shells with gold enamel accents; with small resin enamel pe...
1980s Wooden White Slat Basket Top Handle Half Moon Beach bag
Located in London, GB
1980s Wooden White Slat Basket Top Handle Half Moon bag, open top closure, Medium Size, cut out top handle style Condition: 1980s, vintage, excellent Dimensions: 11x14x 4in
Italian Mixed Metal Basket Weave Diminutive Evening Bag by Walborg c 1960s
By Walborg Italy
Located in University City, MO
Italian mixed metal basket weave diminutive evening bag designed by Walborg c 1960s The charming small size cylinder shaped handbag is designed with woven bands of silver and gold to...
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H 8 in W 6 in D 5 in
1960s Rosenfeld Italian Lucite Beaded Resort Hand Basket Purse W/ Lamé Crochet
By Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Rosenfeld Italian Lucite Beaded Resort Hand Basket Purse W/ Lamé Crochet. Interior is gold satin with a kiss-clasp kangaroo-pouch pocket. Minor spotting, not noticable, in bott...
Nantucket Style Woven Wicker Basket Handbag
Located in University City, MO
Nantucket style woven wicker basket handbag The iconic summer handbag is adorned with a sea shell mounted on the oval wood plaque lid cover Carried with a bent wood swivel handle ...
Wicker Cottage House Novelty Basket Handbag, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming 1950's red and white wicker house shaped basket handbag with felt decoration depicting flowers, chickens and a dog in shades of pink, green, yellow and brown.
Nantucket Style Wicker Resin Whale Basket Handbag Circa 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Nantucket style woven wicker resin whale handbag c 1980s The iconic oval shaped basket handbag is adorned with a carved resin whale figure mounted on an oval wood plaque Carried wit...
Issey Miyake "Basket" Handbag
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
There are hidden thin wire sewn in to keep the basket in shape. This wonderful handbag measures 31" in circumference and 9" in height.
Billie Ross of Palm Beach Wicker Basket Handbag, 1960’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960’s Billie Ross of the Palm Beaches wicker basket handbag with whimsical brocade and velvet ribbon embellishments incorporating shades of lime green, hot pink, yellow, gold and bl...
Vintage Wicker Seahorse Novelty Basket Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
It would be best used as decor in a beach house or placed on display as part of a novelty handbag collection. Please see photographs 10, 12 and 13 for basket style repairs which are...
1950’s Dorset Rex Metal Basket Handbag With Tortoise Plastic Lid
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tisket a tasket ... a fabulous Dorset Rex basket! In the 1950’s two companies specializing in powder compacts merged to create Dorset Rex Fifth Avenue and began designing fun hand...
'It's In The Bag' Wicker Straw Basket Handbag With Fruit, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1950's novelty wicker handbag resembling a basket with a fruit motif by 'It's In The Bag' for Ritter.
Turtle Wicker Basket Novelty Handbag, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Adorable natural wicker basket handbag in the shape of a turtle on the move.
Oval Wicker Basket Equestrian Theme Handbag c 1970s
By Etienne Aigner
Located in University City, MO
Oval wicker basket equestrian theme handbag c 1970s The posh retro handbag is designed with woven wicker bands accented with a brown leather handle & clasp The exterior lid cov...
Wicker Umbrella Parasol Basket Novelty Handbag, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
It is possible the elastic hinges and closures have been replaced as the original was probably brown or black. MEASUREMENTS The basket body of the handbag measures 11" at the widest ...
Wicker Goldfish Fish Basket Novelty Handbag, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Personality plus! This 1950's novelty goldfish wicker handbag is a great conversation piece and perfect to pair with sundresses and straw hats. His top fin functions as a handle an...
Gold & Silver Basket Weave Metal Handbag, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
A little treasure chest of a handbag! This sweet basket weave style handbag covers all the metallic bases with both silver and gold metal bands.
Limited Edition Chanel Shopping Basket Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Crafted in Italy, this extremely rare and highly sought after bag from the Chanel 2014 Fall/Winter Runway Collection showcases a soft raven black lambskin leather trim, with silver-p...
Limited Edition Chanel Shopping Basket Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Crafted in Italy, this extremely rare and highly sought after bag from the Chanel 2014 Fall/Winter Runway Collection showcases a soft raven black lambskin leather trim, with silver-p...
1950s Flower Basket Compact
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Mid 20th century compact in the shape of a flower basket. The top is covered with red and white daisy-like flowers. The handle has pretty details and is moveable. Inside, the screen ...
1960s Gucci Wicker Basket Bamboo Handle Bag
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: an absolutely incredible wicker and bamboo Gucci handbag. From the 1960s, similar bags were highlighted in one of the brand's ad campaigns. This ultra-rare bag ...
1950's Beaded & Wicker Floral Basket Novelty Bag
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic white encrusted and beaded wicker basket style handbag. Double woven handles accent a floral and butterfly beaded motif in soft pastels.
$12,326
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace RUNWAY dress with bustle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lace dress was documented on the runwa...
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...
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
$38,348
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
Cotton striped bustier dress JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER JEANS
By Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton striped bustier dress with branded snap closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side with bow and eyelet. Smocks on the side of the bust. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Silk Faille Evening Dress, c. 1965
By Madame Gres
Located in London, GB
Haute Couture black silk faille evening dress by Madame Grès, circa 1965. The design features a square neckline with narrow shoulder straps and a high-waisted, sculpted bodice compos...
Pale green velvet Opera cape with fur ivory collar Circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale green velvet cape with fur collar. Passementerie hook&eye closure on the middle front + one velvet button and buttonhole on the top middle front. One size THIS COAT CANNOT BE ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Green Knit and Satin Evening Ensemble, SS 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A two-piece ensemble from Christian Dior by John Galliano, Spring-Summer 1999, consisting of a fitted cable-knit sweater and a coordinating column skirt in a muted seafoam green hue....
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.