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Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Mini Book Tote Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black and black enameled hardware. Top zipper closure opens to a black nubuck leather interior featuring a ...
1980s Paloma Picasso Cream and Gold Leather Book Bag
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Paloma Picasso cream leather evening purse with gold details and tassel. Front and back features the alphabet in large gold letters and mirrors the cover design of a whimsical ...
Dior Red Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 98da43
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: BO L 0090 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 4.1" Height: 12.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) ...
White Lucite Handbag -Book piece Top handle Wilardy Dooner 1960s
Located in Wallkill, NY
1950s Wilardy Opaque, Marbled White Lucite Purse, Ornate Clasp, Great Handel Mirror inside top of handbag with a Stunning Pearl and Crystal Decorative clasp. Measuring 10 WIDE X 5 D...
S/S 1992 Donna Karan Runway Black Leather Book Style Clutch Travel Bag
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1992 collection, this chic black leather Donna Karan bag debuted on the season's runway. Constructed entirely of leather, this hard shell bag features a rectan...
Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Edition 1999.
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Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.
By Rizzoli
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Edition 1999.
90s Paloma Picasso Oversized Brown Leather Book Purse
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Statement making handbag by Paloma Picasso. Oversized brown leather shoulder bag in the shape of an antiquarian book. With stamped gold embellishment. Hidden detachable handle - co...
Paloma Picasso book style evening bag
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Paloma Picasso book style black suede with gold leather details evening bag. Can be used on the shoulder with the shoulder strap.
Unavailable
H 13.7 in W 5.51 in L 15.7 in
Dior Signature Monogram Oblique Trotter Book Shopper 870080 Black Canvas Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
Figural "Book" Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming figural "book" bag in black satin with embroidered crest and detailing. Flap opens in front with magnetic closure and bag hangs from twisted cord strap. 1980s USA. 7.5" x 7...
Vintage FENDI Leopard Printed Jacquard Book Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s Fendi book tote in brown and black leopard printed jacquard featuring one interior zip pocket. Made in Italy. Measures 13.5 x 13.5 x 4 inches Handle drop 6 inches Condition - ...
Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote bag 208da84
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 06RU 0034 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 12.5" Handle Drop: 9.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Ex...
Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 108da6
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 06RU 0074 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) ...
Vintage GUCCI Mini Calfskin Leather Book Tote Crossbody Bag Red
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini book tote crossbody bag is crafted of calfskin leather in red featuring a detachable crossbody strap of the same leather. Magnetic snap closure opens to a nub...
Dior Rasta Monogram Trotter Book Tote Bag Jamaican Motif 255da56
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 11-MA-0034 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Sign...
Dior Navy Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 862da49
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: BO G 0073 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 10.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear...
1980S Paloma Picasso Antique Gold Book Bag Clutch With Removable Strap
By Paloma Picasso
Located in New York, NY
1980S Paloma Picasso Antique Gold Book Bag Clutch With Removable Strap
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H 3.15 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in
Limited Photo Book Sumo by Helmut Newton for Bags with Frame by Philippe Starck
By Helmut Newton, TASCHEN
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Der Original-SUMO, die Erstausgabe von 1999 mit über 400 Bildern des Meisterfotografen Helmut Newton, mit dazu passendem Buchständer des Architekten und Designers Philippe Starck. ...
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Paloma Picasso Gold Book Bag, Jeweled Clasp
By Paloma Picasso
Located in New Hope, PA
Paloma Picasso designed a series of these witty book bags in leather and suede, this gold leather example is by far the most glamorous.
Vintage Burberry Book Bag
By Burberry
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Burberry book bag for men or women. Heavy cotton duck with leather trim. Signature plaid lining. Made in Italy for Burberry UK. Very Good condition. 11" x 14" 3". Strap at l...
Vintage GUCCI Caramel Leather Mini Book Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of pigskin leather in caramel color featuring a detachable crossbody strap of the same leather. Magnetic snap closure opens to an all sue...
Vintage GUCCI Black Leather Mini Book Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of pigskin’s leather in black featuring a detachable crossbody strap of the same leather. Magnetic snap closure opens to an all suede int...
1970s Vintage GUCCI Brown Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Gucci book tote in Gucci iconic brown diamanté jacquard and leather. Made in Italy. Measures approximately 13.5 x 18 x 2.75 inches Condition - Good vintage condition with we...
1970s Vintage GUCCI Black Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Gucci book tote in Gucci iconic black diamanté jacquard and leather. Made in Italy. Measures approximately 13.5 x 18 x 2.75 inches Condition: Minor signs of wear. Generally i...
1990s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Book Tote Bag Beige
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI book tote bag is crafted of pigskin leather in beige featuring gold toned hardware. Wide top opens to a new beige interior featuring one main compartment with one ...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Mini Book Tote Bag Pigskin Leather Hunter Green
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of pigskin leather in hunter green and enameled hardware. Top zipper closure opens to a dark green nubuck leather interior featuring a zi...
1980's Paloma Picasso Black & Gold Faux Library Book Handbag
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Paloma Picasso black suede evening purse with gold details and tassel. Diamond shaped quilted graphic on front of bag, mirrors the cover design of a whimsical faux library book...
1950s Navy Blue Book Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Navy blue top-handle handbag featuring a book motif and shape. The front and back has gold embossing to mimic antique bound books. The entire purse has brass hardware including...
Christian Dior Rose de Vent Calfskin Book Tote
Located in West palm beach, FL
The Dior Book Tote, an original style introduced by Dior's Creative Director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, has become a staple of the Dior aesthetic. Ideally designed to carry all your daily...
Vintage Judith Leiber Book Bag Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely gorgeous Judith Leiber minaudiere from the 1980's. This one is large enough for any smart phone and will actually hold more than enough for your night out. All the various...
1990s Judith Leiber Book Minaudiere/Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely gorgeous Judith Leiber minaudiere from the 1980's. This one is large enough for many smart phones and will actually hold more than enough for your night out. All the vario...
Book Hinged Gray Leather Handbag by Magda Makay
Located in Chicago, IL
This cleverly engineered handbag opens like a book to expose two separate interior compartments. The bottoms are gusseted and expand a bit. When closed, the slender tops of the two c...
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR navy blue Oblique canvas LARGE BOOK TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Book Tote Large in navy and ecru Oblique embroiderey canvas. Brand new. Comes with dust bag. Measurements Model M1286ZRIW_M828 Height 35cm (13.7in) Wi...
Vintage Bon Gout Black Crocodile Bag
By Bon Gout
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage crocodile bag by Bon Gout . This super shiny crocodile bag is large enough for todays essentials, measuring Width 13'', height 7 1/2 '', and depth 3''. The bag has a ...
Chanel Black Quilted Timeless Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Signature interlocking CC logo - Silver-tone hardware - Diamond quilted lambskin leather - Top bar and kiss lock - Main compartment - Internal zip fastening compartment P...
Hermes Ostrich Skin Constance Long Wallet
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Ostrich Skin Constance Long Wallet Sapphire blue Ostrich skin with large 'H' closure in palladium hardware. Front flap opens to tonal, partitioned interior with card slots a...
Hermes Vintage Crocodile Miel Constance
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes classic and beautiful vintage crocodile miel constance bag. Pre stamp production. Crocodile leather is in excellent condition, metal front H has minor scuffs. Shoulder drop 8....
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 ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
$4,766
H 8.27 in D 4.73 in L 9.45 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Medium Lady Dior Bag Black Patent Cannage Calfskin W/Box
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This medium Lady Dior bag is one of the most iconic bag from the House of Christian Dior introduced in the 1990s and became popular by the late Princess Diana. It is handcrafted with...
Dolce & Gabbana navy feathered pant suit, fw 1990
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana navy cotton spandex pant suit comprising: wide cut button up blouse with fitted sleeves and feathered collar, and fitted high waisted pants. Fall-Winter 1990
$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...
John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
A rare John Galliano bias cut Carnation dress from the Dolores collection, Autumn-Winter 1995-96. Of Bianchini Férier ivory and black satin backed rayon acetate crêpe inset with int...
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...
Leonard Paris Floral Print Shift Style Dress Made in France 1980s
By Leonard
Located in Wallkill, NY
Leonard Paris Floral Print Shift Dress Made in France 1980s. Matching scarf belt, wear as a belt or head band. Ruffled collar and pockets! Will fit a variety of sizes becasuse of it...
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...
Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse, 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse from the 1950's. Unusual shape with curved handles decorated with silvered filigree accents. Interior mirror within lid. 1950's USA. 11" x 3.5&q...
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.