Carlos Falchi Pieced Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi Pieced Clutch of snake, leather and faux pony skin printed leopard. 12" x 8"x 2" width.
Carlos Falchi Pieced Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi Pieced Clutch of snake, leather and faux pony skin printed leopard. 12" x 8"x 2" width.
Carlos Falchi lizard patchwork clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi large snake & lizard clutch are in hues of tans and browns.
Carlos Falchi '80s large hobo shoulder bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
This '80s Carlos Falchi hobo bag is great for everyday use.
Carlos Falchi Oversized Straw Tote
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi Oversized Straw Tote with signature gathered leather flap detail and ribbed ball decoration.
Carlos Falchi Green Suede Gathered Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi graphic green suede gathered shoulder bag with zebra print.
Carlos Falchi Beige Linen and Silver Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Alford, MA
Carlos Falchi convertible clutch in a natural linen fabric overlaid with an applied off center silver grid.
Carlos Falchi Beige Ostrich Mini Sac, 1980s
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's beige Carlos Falchi ostrich mini sac with cross body shoulder strap.
Carlos Falchi Blue Crocodile Patchwork Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This simply stunning Carlos Falchi clutch is a must have for any collector’s wardrobe.
Carlos Falchi Vintage Crossbody Drawstring Mini Handbag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Discover the perfect blend of modern elegance and vintage charm with the Carlos Falchi Crossbody Mini Drawstring Bag. This handbag boasts a neutral creme-colored faux snake skin fabr...
Carlos Falchi Black leather and Snakeskin Gloves Never Worn
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New Hope, PA
These super soft black leather Carlos Falchi gloves have a wide band of black snakeskin at the wrist.
Carlos Falchi Cream & Black Faux Fur Crossover Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi wonderful cream & black faux fur cross-body shoulder bag features a silk cream lining including a zippered compartment.
Carlos Falchi Textured Embossed Gun-Metal Plum & Charcoal Handbag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi Textured gun-metal embossed calfskin are in hues of charcoal and plum with metallic gold threading hand-sewn throughout the bag.
$685Sale Price|50% Off
Carlos Falchi Multi-Textured Exotic Skins Coco Brown Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
As only Carlos Falchi can, This wonderful multi-texture combination of lizard, snake and pylon skin finished with lambskin leather piping along the edges as well as the interi...
Carlos Falchi Large "Shades of Browns" Multi Skin Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi Signature multi "shades of browns" multi skins such as snake and lizard makes for a wonderful clutch.
Carlos Falchi Textured Calfskin Zippered Patchwork "Jungle" Scene Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi wonderfully detailed textured calfskin shoulder bag has a zippered top.
Carlos Falchi Large Purple Signature Buffalo with Pylon, Lizard and Cobra Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi Large signature purple buffalo-skin accented with multi-colored Pylon, Lizard and Cobra skins along the center.
Carlos Falchi Black & Gold Embossed Alligator Calfskin Clutch/ Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi wonderful black and metallic gold embossed alligator calfskin clutch has the option to use as a shoulder bag as well if desired.
Carlos Falchi Textured Violet Buffalo Shoulder Bag With Embossed Detail
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi wonderful textured violet buffalo shoulder bag is detailed with their signature name logo embossed on the exterior front flap accented with embossed alligators a...
$971Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Large
1980s Carlos Falchi XL Python Snakeskin White Taupe Vintage Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 80s CARLOS FALCHI extra large white and taupe python snake shoulder bag, messenger bag ( crossbody ) or clutch !
$150Sale Price|33% Off
Size: 8M
Vintage Carlos Falchi Classic Black Patent Leather Pumps / Heels / Shoes Size 8
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Diego, CA
The ultimate pair of classic black pumps! These 1990s Carlos Falchi (Size 8) beauties are anything but boring!
$885Sale Price|46% Off
Rare Carlos Falchi Multi-Skins Multi-Color Large Shoulder Bag & Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully rare Carlos Falchi large shoulder bag with the option to wear use as a clutch is combined with multi-skins of snakeskin, lizard skin and pylon skins as well ...
1980s Carlos Falchi Drawstring Crossbody Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite 1980s Carlos Calchi Crossbody Handbag – a true treasure that beautifully captures the essence of vintage charm and contemporary style. This super unique bag...
1980s Carlos Falchi Drawstring Crossbody Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite 1980s Carlos Calchi Crossbody Handbag - a true treasure that beautifully captures the essence of vintage charm and contemporary style. This super unique bag...
Carlos Falchi Midnight Blue Textured Buffalo Leather Cross-Body Shoulder Bag
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi textured buffalo skin shoulder bag in midnight blue is detailed with interior drawstring to adjust the shoulder straps if desired.
Carlo Falchi Black Suede Accented with Crocodile-Skin Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Falchi wonderful soft black suede shoulder bag accented with soft crocodile-skin. The interior is accented with black silk. The shoulder strap is of calfskin and stands ...
Carlo Falchi Shades of Creams and Gray Pylon Skin Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Falchi crossbody shoulder bag in shades of creams and gray pylon skin has an adjustable shoulder strap. The interior is lined with a cream textured silk as well as a zippere...
Carlos Falchi Multicolor Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Topanga, CA
This Carlos Falchi design is so relevant with the bright tone pattern.
Carlos Falchi 1980s BlackSnakeskin Slouch Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Carlos Falchi slouchy snakeskin bag with cross-body strap, drawstring closure and zip inner pocket.
Carlos Falchi Leather Handbag
Located in Toronto, ON
Carlos Falchi hand painted purse in navy, brown, and gold with floral design.
CARLOS FALCHI Raffia, Skin and Leather Crossbody Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
A quintessential patchwork bag from Carlos Falchi, this bag combines woven raffia, snakeskin and leather.
Snakeskin Envelope Clutch Bag By Carlos Falchi
By Carlos Falchi
Located in St.amford , CT
Carlos Falchi's signature envelope clutch bag, in snakeskin, lizard and embossed leather, circa 1980's.
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1980's Carlos Falchi Metallic Handbag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage handbag from Carlos Falchi dates to the 1980's and is made of various types of skins with a metallic finish.
1980's Leather and Snake Carlos Falchi Coin Purse
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Toronto, ON
Very sweet Carlos Falchi coin purse, in a very strong gold tone leather with snakeskin accents.
Large Carlos Falchi's signature byrgundy red cross body drawstring bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi's signature beautiful burgundy red color textured calfskin adjustable drawstring cross-body bag.Large size measures 11" in length.
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H 13 in W 14.5 in D 4.7 in
Vintage Carlos Falchi beige and brown snakeskin large messenger shoulder bag.
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Carlos Falchi beige and brown combo snakeskin large messenger style shoulder bag in unique round form.
Carlos Falchi Vintage Long Purple Leather Gloves w/ Pointillism Style Flowers
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Portland, OR
These stunning vintage leather gloves were designed by Carlos Falchi and were made in Italy. The gloves are purple leather with hand painted pointillism style flowers in purple, red,...
Rare Carlos Falchi Blue Leather Opera Gloves w Hand Pointed Floral Mini Dots
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Portland, OR
These Carlos Falchi opera length long gloves are blue leather with hand painted pointilism style flowers on the top.
Carlos Falchi 1cfty929 Fatto A Mano Brown Tote
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: U.S.A. Measurements: Length: 11.75" Width: 5" Height: 11" Shoulder Strap Drop: 8.75" Signs of Wear: Exterior shows some l...
1980's Carlos Falchi Black Exotic Skins Clutch w/ Shoulder Strap
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Houston, TX
Carols Falchi created this clutch with multiple skins including Lizard, Snake and leather in brown and black. There is a leather strap if you want to use it as a shoulder bag. Large ...
Carlos Falchi Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi clutch
Carlos Falchi Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi multi colored snake skin clutch. With shoulder strap.
Carlos Falchi oversized tote
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carlos Falchi black leather monumental sac bag with classic leather cinch detail and long shoulder strap.
Carlos Falchi Snakeskin Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi purple snakeskin purse. 13" x 9", strap 45" www.archivevintage.com
Carlos Falchi Patchwork Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi grey, gold, purple leather patchwork clutch. 12" W x 8" H x 1" D.
Carlos Falchi Patchwork Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi suede and snakeskin patchwork clutch.
Carlos Falchi Patchwork Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi maroon patchwork clutch/ shoulder bag.
Carlos Falchi Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New Hope, PA
This white leather bag from Carlos Falchi is exuberantly decorated with black painted dots and dashes.
Carlos Falchi Handbag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New Hope, PA
A striking color combination and luxurious skins are what make this an outstamding bag by the famed American designer Carlos Falchi. Deep matte black lizard skin is combined with a ...
Carlos Falchi Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New Hope, PA
A striking green and black color combination and luxurious skins are what make this an outstanding bag by the famed American designer Carlos Falchi. Glossy black lizard skin is combi...
Carlos Falchi Snakeskin Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New Hope, PA
The interior is red leather with a zippered pocket bearing the Carlos Falchi label. The red leather shoulder strap is decorated with two red snakeskin covered buttons on each side o...
Carlos Falchi Reptile Patchwork Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi patchwork reptile clutch. Condition: Excellent.
CARLOS FALCHI watersnake clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Never used. Has original 'Carlos Falchi' tissue inside.
Carlos Falchi Cream Oversized Tote
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carlos Falchi cream/white leather monumental sac bag with classic leather cinch detail and long shoulder strap.
CARLOS FALCHI Reptile Patchwork Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi black, brown & grey reptile clutch.
Carlos Falchi Snakeskin Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New Hope, PA
Graphic black and white snakeskin undulates acroos this chic little clutch from Carlos Falchi. The bag is lined in black leather; there is a zippered compartment as well as a white ...
Carlos Falchi Patchwork Reptile Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi maroon reptile patchwork clutch. Condition:Excellent. 12" W x 8" H x 1" D.
Carlos Falchi Day Glo Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi day glo snakeskin clutch. WIth attachable shoulder strap.
Carlos Falchi Leather Waist Belt
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi red leather belt . One Size. The waist measurement of the Falchi belt is 26" - 54" . 5 1/4" at widest H.
CARLOS FALCHI black reptile clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black mixed reptile skin patchwork clutch from Carlos Falchi dating to the 1980's. Measures 9" wide by 5.5" tall by 2" (max) deep.
1970s Carlos Falchi patchwork reptile clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in London, GB
A truly unique and chic Carlos Falchi patchwork clutch with a pink leather interior from the 1970s.
CARLOS FALCHI mixed reptile skin clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Bold snakeskin clutch from Carlos Falchi. Ca. 1980. 12" long by 6" tall. Made in USA.
CARLOS FALCHI clutch with snakeskin trim
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Bold textured leather clutch with snakeskin trim from Carlos Falchi. Ca. 1980. Very large size. Removable thin shoulder strap.
1980s Carlos Falchi Patchwork Tan Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Carlos Falchi tan and brown patchwork rectangular clutch.
Carlos Falchi Black Quilted Zipper Top Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlos Falchi black quilted zipper top measures 12 1/4" x 9", with silver hardware name tag.
1980s Carlos Falchi Snakeskin Wristlet Handbag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1980's stylish tan and black snakeskin Carlos Falchi Wristlet bag with ivory white zipper.
Carlos Falchi multi-colored pastel hobo bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi multi-colored leather and skin hobo bag with long shoulder strap. 8 1/2" H x 10 1/2" W x 3" D, 43" strap.
Red Vintage Carlos Falchi Exotic Skin Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage red large exotic skin clutch by Carlos Falchi. Front flap with concealed magnetic snap closure.
Bubblegum Pink Carlos Falchi Cinched Shoulder Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1980s Carlos Falchi cinched flap shoulder bag! 100% leather in a unique bubblegum pink color.
CARLOS FALCHI tan leather and reptile shaped clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Uniquely shaped leather and reptile skin clutch from Carlos Falchi dating to the 1980s. Fully lined in satin.
1980s CARLOS FALCHI Leather Snake Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous and unique vintage CARLOS FALCHI purse. This purse is made of leather and has a depiction of a snake on the front.
Carlos Falchi Beige Ostrich Mini Sac, 1980s
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's beige Carlos Falchi ostrich mini sac with cross body shoulder strap.
Carlos Falchi Canvas and Snakeskin Clutch
Located in Austin, TX
Carlos Falchi black canvas clutch/shoulder bag with snakeskin appliqués.
1980's Silver Stamped Leather Carlos Falchi Mini Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's unused condition Carlos Falchi mini sac with cross body shoulder strap.
Carlos Falchi 1970's Green Floral Print Leather Crossbody Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carlos Falchi 1970's Green Floral Print Leather Crossbody Bag.
Carlos Falchi 1970's Camel Floral Print Leather Crossbody Bag
By Carlos Falchi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carlos Falchi 1970's Camel Floral Print Leather Crossbody Bag.
Carlos Falchi 1980's Vintage Brown Lizard, Snake & Leather Patchwork Crossbody
By Carlos Falchi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carlos Falchi 1980's Vintage Brown Lizard, Snake & Leather Patchwork Crossbody.
Carlos Falchi 1980's Vintage Dark Brown Lizard & Snake Patchwork Large Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carlos Falchi 1980's Vintage Dark Brown Lizard & Snake Patchwork Large Clutch.
CARLOS FALCHI grey reptile clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Large clutch in grey tones. Thin removable strap. EXCELLENT CONDITION.
CARLOS FALCHI ponyskin and lizard clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Great contrasting color and texture combination. Blush colored pony-skin with brown and tan lizard. Thin removable strap. Excellent condition.
CARLOS FALCHI lizard clutch
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Excellent condition.
Carlos Falchi Fatto A Mano 1cfty929 Brown Python Skin Leather Tote
By Carlos Falchi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: U.S.A. Measurements: Length: 11.75" Width: 5" Height: 11" Shoulder Strap Drop: 8.75" Signs of Wear: Exterior shows some light scratches, fraying and scuff marks. Interi...
Carlo Falchi Deep Metallic Gold Calfskin Wallet and Notebook Holder
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Falchi deep metallic gold calfskin optional wallet or notebook holder has a 'snap' closure. The wallet measures 5 inches in height and 3 inches in length (when closed). Ma...
Carlos Falchi Colorful Clutch
By Carlos Falchi
Located in New York, NY
Colorful clutch bag (with hidden shoulder strap) by Carlos Falchi with Matisse inspired motifs in vibrant snake appliques on white calf leather body. 9" x 6" x 2". 1980's USA.
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
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 ...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
$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...
$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...
Goyard Goyardine Ltd Edition Net Aligre Raffia Mesh Tote Bag
By Goyard
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Goyard Goyardine Ltd Edition Net Aligre Raffia Mesh Tote Bag Hand‑braided beige raffia mesh body framed by wooden rods, topped with the iconic Goyardine coated canvas fla...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
By Celine, Michael Kors
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...
Avant Garde Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag ca 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Avant garde brutalist mixed metal artisan handbag ca 1970s The unique handmade shoulder bag is adorned with sinuous three dimensional mixed metal work designs on the black leather f...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
$542Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 4 in L 6.25 in
Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
By Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy, Harry Rosenfeld
Located in University City, MO
HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side ...
$375Sale Price|36% Off
H 9 in W 11 in D 4 in L 16 in
Vintage 1940s Guild Creations Women's Wool Hand Bag with Gold Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a classy 1940s Guild Creations wool hand bag with zip closure. This solid black wool fabric purse is high lighted with a wave shaped gold-tone metal engraved frame and set wi...
$224Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in W 3 in L 7 in
1990s Vintage GUCCI Small Bamboo Leather Handbag Metallic Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI small bamboo top handle bag is crafted of pigskin leather in metallic brown featuring gold toned hardware and a black bamboo handle. Front flap magnetic snap closu...
Rare Hermès Vintage Black Leather Sac 404 Top Handle Doctor's Bag
By Hermès
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Hermes Sac 404 in black box calf leather with top handle and gold-plated metal hardware including a push-lock closure and key attached to the handle and protected by a leathe...
New York City’s maverick handbag designer, the Brazilian-born Carlos Falchi, began his multibillion-dollar accessories brand in the bathtub of his Greenwich Village apartment.
In the 1960s, Falchi started by making leather clothing — bleaching snakeskin in his tub — for rock stars and jazz artists like Mick Jagger, Tina Turner and Miles Davis. But when he turned his attention to handbags, persuaded by Geraldine Stultz, the president of Henri Bendel, he found his true calling.
In a world flush with iconic “It” handbags, Falchi’s bags are distinctive and eye-catching, with soft, pliable forms, dazzling patchwork designs and dyed skins from exotic animals such as alligators, frogs, buffalo and water snakes. Even though he was a self-taught artisan, Falchi managed to reinvent the approach that yields the stiff, formal structure typically associated with the upright handbags of European luxury houses. His groundbreaking and oft-imitated Buffalo bag, an unconstructed and lightweight satchel made from a single skin with only two seams and a gathered front, went on to garner universal success for the craftsman, with Women’s Wear Daily deeming it “the most copied bag in the industry.” For his celebrated slouchy bag, Falchi was inspired by the draping techniques he learned while attending art school in Japan. In 1983, he won a Coty American Fashion Critics Award for the accessory.
Falchi made his clutches, shoulder bags and top-handled bags by hand in his New York City atelier, and the designer’s work garnered praise from fashion legends such as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Barbra Streisand and Sarah Jessica Parker. In the years leading up to his death in 2015, Falchi began to sell inexpensive versions of his handbags on the Home Shopping Channel. A sampling of his work is held today in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Find a range of vintage Carlos Falchi handbags and purses on 1stDibs.
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.