$360Sale Price|25% Off
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.
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.
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...
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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...
Rare Ileene Reeves 1970s Handpainted Fairytale Fairies Vintage Handbag 70s Purse
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare mid 1970s ILEENE REEVES hand painted plexiglass novelty handbag! Features fairies, flowers, mushrooms and daisies throughout. Secure front closure. Interior features a mirror on...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Vintage Art Deco Handbag
Located in London, GB
The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...
1988 Moschino "Kiss My Patch" Embroidered Strapless Polka Dot Dress
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Super fun and whimsical rare 1988 Moschino red and off-white polka dot strapless silk dress embroidered with playful cartoon patches all over the entire dress. An iconic piece of Fra...
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
$295
H 4.25 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Brass Etched Openwork Filigree Cube Purse w MOP Lucite Lid and Clear Base, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Simultaneously delicate and sturdy, this unusual box purse provides a glimpse of its contents via openwork filigree sides, while a clear Lucite platform base shows their entirety fro...
HERMES Marron Fonce SHINY CROC KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Bag in Marron is exquisitely crafted from shiny porosus crocodile leather, showcasing a rich, deep brown hue with a luminous finish. Const...
Christian Dior by Galliano Gun Metal Grey Silver pointed Crocodile Kitten Heels
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous 2000’s Christian Dior by John Galliano Kitten Heels featuring riveted Dior Buckles, crocodile texture leather and 3” Kitten Heels. Size; UK 4.5 / EU 36.5 Heel Height; 2.5” i...
1980s Betsey Johnson Punk Label Flower Print Long Sleeve Vintage 80s Top
By Betsey Johnson
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing RARE early 1980s BETSEY JOHNSON Punk Label long sleeve cotton stretch shirt! Features awesome prints in an array of different flowers, including roses, hibiscuses, cherry blo...
1980s Adoria Italian White Vintage Raffia Straw 80s Satchel Purse Hand Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty early 1980s ADORIA Italian Made stark white raffia straw satchel handbag! Features soft white raffia, with secured center pocket that snaps shut. The perfect spring / summer a...
Off-white linen and cotton blazer with black stripe ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white linen ( 80%) and cotton (20%) blazer with black stripe. Cotton lining. Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole closure on the front and on the cuffs. Pocket on both side. SIZE ...
HERMES Rouge H burgundy Box leather SAC A DEPECHES 26 Shoulder Bag w Gold
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Sac à Dépêches 26 shoulder bag is crafted in Rouge H Veau Box leather with gold-plated hardware. A timeless silhouette, it features the iconic Sac à Dépêch...
$17,750
H 2.17 in W 6.3 in L 8.86 in
Exceptional Hermès Handbag Purse Clutch in Brown Crocodile Ghw Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Purse Absolutely divine, a jewel Made in France Stamp A in square (1997) Made of shiny niloticus crocodile and golden hardware Lined with la...
1970s Walborg Black Crochet Knit Beaded Vintage 70s Shoulder Bag Handbag Purse
By Walborg, Walborg Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage WALBORG black crochet knit beaded shoulder bag! Features a multi-strand shoulder strap that fits comfortably on the shoulder. Uniquely, this bag features the same b...
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...
1980s Handbag One Of A Kind Record Album Crocodile Embossed Vintage Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Extraordinary vintage 80s black vinyl record album two sided crocodile / alligator embossed handbag! One side features a Jennifer Holliday record, and the other features a Floyd Cram...
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.