1940s Elaborately Embroidered Bird Silk Box Clutch
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk clutch purse elaborately embroidered with a bird and flowers on the front and back.
1940s Elaborately Embroidered Bird Silk Box Clutch
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk clutch purse elaborately embroidered with a bird and flowers on the front and back.
Norma Kamali Vintage Black Velvet Bird Embroidered Drawstring Bag Clutch
By Norma Kamali
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Norma Kamali drawstring bag, likely made in the 1990s. Crafted in black velvet, this chic evening bag features Norma Kamali’s iconic baroque style bird-an...
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H 3 in W 3.2 in D 0.25 in
Vintage Sterling and Enamel Italian Compact Box, Francois Boucher, The Bird Cage
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful compact is made of stamped 800 sterling and hand painted enamel, with a faux lapis trim framing the image and detailed sterling. The colorful courting scene is Francoi...
Needlepoint "Bird in Tree" handbag
Located in New York, NY
The interior is lined in navy with a attached change purse in the center section. The double handle are 7 1/4" in height.
Hermes Bird Feeder Bag, 1998
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Hermes - (Made in France) Black and red box calf leather bag with golden metal elements. 1998 Collection. Piece with a serial number and a certificate. Additional information: Condi...
Exotic Peacock Plumage Bird Feather Structured Handbag circa 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic peacock plumage bird feather structured handbag c 1970s The unique handbag is designed with bird feathers on both exterior sides with a peacock feather placed in the center D...
Opulent Jeweled Gilt Metal Bird Evening Bag
Located in University City, MO
Opulent jeweled gilt metal bird evening bag c 1980 The elegant figural minaudiere evening bag is designed with a nesting bird encrusted with glittering diamante crystals. The brilli...
1980's MAUD FRIZON suede bag with gold embroidered bird
By Maud Frizon
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rust suede bag with gold embroidered bird and long twisted strap from Maud Frizon dating to the 1980's. Fully lined with multiple compartments. Made in Italy. Very good condition.
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H 3.25 in W 3 in L 6 in
Judith Leiber Resting Crane Bird Crystal Gold Minaudiere Clutch Bag Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Hard to Find Gold Leiber Minaudiere fashioned after a Japanese 'Koro' or incense holder in the form of a resting crane. Of gilt-metal, designed as a bird in gold plated met...
Judith Leiber Karung Clutch with Rhinestone Bird Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Alford, MA
Nice interior with signature comb, mirror and change purse.
Large Gilded Gold "Humming Bird" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large gilded gold "Humming Bird" brooch is accented with canary-tone rhinestones. The brooch measures 1 5/8" in length, 2 1/4" in height and 5/8" in depth.
Rare Judith Leiber 1970s Vintage Asian Inspired Crane Bird Convertible Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and rare 70s JUDITH LEIBER Asian inspired silk convertible clutch bag! Features hand embroidery in peach, pink, cream, green, brown and black. Attached gold chain strap can b...
Exotic Brass Metal Bird Evening Bag ca 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic brass metal bird evening bag c 1990s The sleek brass metal clutch purse is designed in the shape of a stylized bird The bird's head has etched metal designs that emulate fea...
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H 16.5 in W 3 in L 16 in
Vintage 1960's Velvet Handbag vintage 1960s statement velvet bird handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly magnificent early 1960's large velvet handbag, rendered in a divine shade of deep cerulean blue and rich jewel tone colours depicting two red birds, surrounded by plush fo...
Leiber Black Antelope Suede Evening Bag with Jeweled Bird
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber black antelope suede purse with a jeweled bird in the upper left corner, in front of the pearl clasp.
Rare Anne-Marie of Paris Deck of Cards Novelty Handbag 1940's
Located in US
Anne-Marie of Paris Deck of Cards Novelty Handbag 1940's Novelty war era and post war boutique in the Hotel Meurice This is one of many novelty handbags from this shop that includ...
Salvador Dali "Bird in Hand" compact
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary compact was designed by Salvador Dali around 1950. It has a streamlined bird shape, and it feels great in the hand. There is a release on the tip of the tail that ...
"Bird in Hand" Compact by Salvador Dali
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary compact was designed by Salvador Dali around 1950. It has a streamlined bird shape, and it feels great in the hand. There is a release on the tip of the tail that ...
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W 2.63 in D 1.25 in L 4.5 in
Salvador Dali Sterling "Bird in Hand" Surreal Powder Compact in Original Box
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary compact was designed by Salvador Dali around 1950. It has a streamlined bird shape, and it feels great in the hand. This design was made in three versions, bronze,...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
John Galliano Pink Silk Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular John Galliano silk gown in ombre shades of pink. The bodice has spaghetti straps and gathers onto 2 angled bands crossing at the waist. It has a 2 tier skirt, the sho...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
Showstopping Thierry Mugler FW 1998 Runway Evening Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
This iconic Showstopper by Thierry Mugler is a Silk Velvet Dream! She arrives not as a woman, but as an apparition: poured into liquid Bordeaux velvet so saturated it seems to drink...
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...
Gucci 1980s Vintage Pink Leather Horsebit Clutch Bag
By MAURIZIO GUCCI, Gucci
Located in London, GB
The Ultimate Multi-Tasker Designed in Italy during the 1980s, this rare vintage piece perfectly bridges the gap between jet-set utility and modern evening elegance. Originally engine...
MATTHEW WILLIAMSON pink laser cut calf hair crystal silk wristlet clutch bag
By Matthew Williamson
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MATTHEW WILLIAMSON pink laser cut calf hair crystal silk wristlet clutch bag Reference: MELK/A00390 Brand: Matthew Williamson Material: Leather, Silk Color: Pink, Red Pattern: Paisle...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
$675Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Size Small
Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Luxurious cashmere blue & green gilt logo button cardigan c. 1990 The stylish Chanel cardigan is constructed with plush double-ply cashmere The cashmere cardigan is designed...
GUCCI TOM FORD small beaded bag S/S 2000
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
GUCCI TOM FORD collection S/S 2000 Small bag embroidered with camouflage-effect beads in blue and beige. It closes with a flap and magnetic button. Gold-tone metal rectangular link ...
Emanuel Ungaro 1980s Wrap Silk Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous blue and off white elaborate abstract pattern silk damask wrap dress from Emanuel Ungaro Parallele. It has a V neckline with a wrap semi fitted hip length bodice tying at...
Hermès Customised Heron Jige Elan PM
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Burgundy leather trim - Fold flap - Custom hand-painted heron design - Signature “H” tab closure - Tonal stitching with contrast edging - Includes original box (damaged) - Stamp K ...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
$59,004
H 9.45 in W 2.72 in L 8.55 in
Exceptional Hermès Handbag Purse Clutch Black Porosus Crocodile Gold Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptionally Rare Authentic Hermès Purse Absolutely divine, a jewel The entire bag is rigid (leather and hardware), so chic ! Made in France Stamp R (no circle nor square - the...
1960s Malcolm Starr Pale Yellow Silk Lace Embroidered Vintage 60s Gown Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1960s MALCOLM STARR pale light yellow silk lace embroidered sleeveless gown / maxi dress! Features intricately embroidered lace throughout. Tailored bodice with a g...
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.