$26,990
H 10.63 in D 5.12 in L 13.78 in
Hermès 2013 Kelly Bag Ruby Red Togo Leather 35cm Women's Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Kelly Bag - Red - Togo Leather 35cm - New - NWOCTS 2409141505 Type : Hermes Kelly Base Size: 35cm Height: 27cm Depth: 13cm Weight: Material: Togo Cow Calf Leather - White Sti...
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.67 in D 6.3 in L 11.82 in
Hermès 2011 Birkin 30cm Pink Box Calf Leather Women's Handbag New
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Bag Birkin 30cm Box Calf Pink New - 2410152001 Brand: Hermès Type : Hermes Birkin Bag Inside Detail: N/A Base Size: 30cm Height: 22cm Depth: 16cm Weight: Material: Box Calf L...
1970s Fendi Womens Briefcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Go to work, Girlfriend !! This is a really sweet accessory that
says "I mean business!" Its sleek and slim , yet will fit a laptop plus.
MeasurementsCategory20th Century Italian Handbags and Purses
Pre-Loved Mansur Gavriel Women's Smythson Slim Briefcase
By Mansur Gavriel
Located in London, GB
momentous CSD designer resale revolution! Pre-Loved Mansur Gavriel Women's Smythson Slim Briefcase
Salvatore Ferragamo Women's Black Leather Document File Briefcase
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Good. General wear to briefcase is evident. Moderate signs of wear to handle, scuffing
Louis Vuitton Women's Green Leather Epicea Taiga Robusto 1 Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
briefcase 1x Top handle Silver tone hardware Flap with push clasp fastening 1x Main compartment 1x
Salvatore Ferragamo Black Leather Briefcase Satchel Bag
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Rome, Rome
MATERIAL: Leather COLOR: Black MODEL: Briefcase GENDER: Women, Men SIZE: Large Condition B :GOOD
Gucci Vintage Tan Leather Briefcase Work Business Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
: Briefcase Gender: Women, Men Country of Manufacture: Italy Size: Large Bag Depth: 1.5 inches - 3,8 cm Bag
Loewe Brown Textured Leather Briefcase Work Business Bag
By Loewe
Located in Rome, Rome
COLOR: Brown MODEL: Briefcase GENDER: Women COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE: Spain SIZE: Large STYLE: Briefcase
Fendi Vintage Gray Canvas Retractable Handles Briefcase Work Bag
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Fendi briefcase with retractable handles. Crafted in gray canvas with black leather FF logo
Etro Vintage Paisley Attache Hard Sided Bag
By Etro
Located in Rome, Rome
MATERIAL: Canvas, Leather COLOR: Brown MODEL: Briefcase GENDER: Women, Men SIZE: Large Condition
Bottega Veneta Vintage Brown Embossed Portfolio Work Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Rome, Rome
Details MATERIAL: Leather COLOR: Brown MODEL: Briefcase GENDER: Women, Men SIZE: Medium Condition
Louis Vuitton Women's Brown Attaché Hard Trunk Monogram Briefcase Jewellery Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Briefcase style jewellery case Monogram LV pattern 1x Leather top handle Twin combination lock Push
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H 11 in W 14.5 in D 2 in
Chanel Nude Tan Caviar Leather Quilted Men's Women's Briefcase Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Chanel Nude Tan Caviar Leather Quilted Men's Women's Briefcase Top Handle Bag Caviar Gold tone
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H 10.63 in W 3.94 in L 13.78 in
Saint Laurent Brown/Black Signature Coated Canvas and Leather Briefcase
By Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
you carry it. The women's briefcase has been crafted from coated canvas and leather and is designed
Hermes Red Ostrich Exotic Gold Top Handle Satchel Men's Women's Briefcase Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Ostrich Gold tone hardware Flip lock closure Leather lining Made in France Measures 14.5" W x 9.75" H x 1.75" D Includes keys, clochette, lock and dust bag 100% authenticity guarant...
Cartier Burgundy Leather Gold Hardware Men's Women's Business Briefcase Bag
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather Gold tone hardware Leather hardware Flip lock closure Made in Italy Handle drop 2" Measures 17" W x 12.75" H x 3.5" D Includes authenticity card and dust bag 100% authentici...
Hermes Leather Two Tone Gold Lock Men's Women's Top Handle Business Briefcase
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Leather Two Tone Gold Lock Men's Women's Top Handle Business Briefcase Leather Gold
Prada Black Nylon and Leather Briefcase
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Prada briefcase in nylon and leather has a classy design. Beautifully crafted, the briefcase
Hermes NEW Brown Leather Palladium Top Handle Satchel Business Briefcase
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes NEW Brown Leather Palladium Men's Women's Top Handle Satchel Business Briefcase Leather
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H 12 in W 14.5 in D 6 in
Chanel Black Leather Top Handle Satchel Men's Travel Carryall Briefcase Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Chanel Black Leather Top Handle Satchel Men's Women's Travel Carryall Briefcase Bag Leather Gold
Chanel Black Leather Carryall Business Top Handle Travel Brief Briefcase Bag II
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Carryall Business Top Handle Travel Brief Briefcase Men's Women's Bag II
Chanel Red Leather Gold Carryall Business Top Handle Travel Brief Briefcase Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Carryall Business Men's Women's Top Handle Travel Brief Briefcase Bag
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H 11 in W 15.5 in D 4 in
Bottega Veneta Leather Men's Women's Unisex Business Attache Laptop Case Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Metal hardware Made in Italy Handle drop 3" Measures 15.5" W x 11" H x 4" D Includes original Bottega Veneta dust bag
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H 11 in W 14 in D 3 in
Dolce & Gabbana New Ivory Cognac Leather Men's Women's Travel Business Case Tote
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Dolce & Gabbana New Ivory Cognac Leather Men's Women's Travel Business
Gucci Brown Leather Gold Top Handle Men's Women's Travel Briefcase Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Gucci Brown Leather Gold Top Handle Men's Women's Travel Briefcase Bag Leather Gold tone hardware
Hermes NEW Brown Alligator Exotic Men's Women's Travel Laptop Briefcase Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
The Hermes Business Bag is Sophistication at its Finest. Exemplifying elegance, prestige and sophistication, this Hermes business bag is crafted of exotic alligator skin in rich cho...
Chanel Black Lamb Travel Top Handle Satchel Briefcase Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Chanel Black Lambskin Men's Women's Travel Top Handle Satchel Briefcase Bag Lambskin leather Gold
Louis Vuitton Monogram Black Buckle Portfolio Men's Women's Travel Clutch Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
Louis Vuitton Monogram Black Buckle Portfolio Men's Women's Travel Clutch Bag Monogram Leather
Hermes Cognac Leather Gold Men's Women's Attache Envelope Clutch Bag in Box
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Cognac Leather Gold Men's Women's Attache Envelope Clutch Bag in Box Leather Gold tone
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H 13.5 in W 18 in D 5 in
Goyard NEW Monogram Cognac Men's Women's Business Travel Brief Case Briefcase
By Goyard
Located in Chicago, IL
Goyard NEW Monogram Cognac Men's Women's Business Travel Brief Case Briefcase Coated canvas
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H 11.5 in W 8.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Men's Women's Carryall Laptop Travel Briefcase Clutch Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Louis Vuitton Monogram Men's Women's Carryall Laptop Travel Briefcase Clutch Bag
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
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...
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
Gucci Belted Cutout Backless Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci Belted Cutout Backless Dress Gown IT 38 Gucci dress with cutout open back, belt accent at waist and concealed zip closure at back.
$595
Size: best fits M/L, see measurements
Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Gold Accent Pocket Front Maxi Wrap Dress Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...
NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...
Sold|$5,785
Size: Small / Medium
1970s Love, Melody Sabatasso Black Suede Fringe Rhinestone Studded Wrap Dress
By Melody Sabatasso
Located in San Diego, CA
MUSUEM PIECE! Amazing and rare vintage 70s LOVE, MELODY black suede leather fringe rhinestone/studded wrap dress! Melody Sabatasso is a respected designer, known for her work with ol...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
$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...
Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress IT 38 Gianni Versace black silk evening dress featuring sheer crossover accents at bodice and concealed zi...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Ivory Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Dress Gown Versace sleeveless gown featuring plunging neckline, beaded embellishments throughout, slit at high-low hem and concealed zip clo...
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
LOUIS VUITTON Collector Zippy Leather Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
LIMITED EDITION, Model from the Summer 2016 Collection, this LOUIS VUITTON wallet is in pink patent leather with red polka dots, lined with pink leather. The jewelry is palladium sil...
Revillon Sable Fur Coat for Saks Fifth Avenue
By Revillon Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an absolutely sumptuous natural brown Sable fur coat, by Revillon for Saks Fifth Avenue. This coat has a large notched collar, two front slit pockets, an open front and is ...
Vintage and designer briefcases and attachés are the most common varieties of personal luggage. Whether you’re commuting daily or working from home more often and occasionally heading into the city for meetings, a briefcase or slim attaché case can be a fashionable and functional accessory when you’re on the go.
So, what is the difference between a briefcase and an attaché?
The difference is subtle. It depends on what you’re looking for. If you’re not eyeing a vintage tote bag or messenger bag because your needs are a bit more specific, one of these items may be for you.
The term “briefcase” emerged from the legal field because lawyers typically carried their briefs to court in leather cases. Briefcases are usually flat and rectangular and are outfitted with a lock to protect the contents. They may feature a sleeve or large exterior pocket for easy accessibility. Today, briefcases aren’t crafted only from leather; they are made in a wide variety of materials such as vinyl, metal and durable fabric.
The attaché — technically a type of slim, small briefcase — is a portable box-shaped case that opens into two separate compartments. A briefcase, on the other hand, will usually open into one main compartment. An attaché is also often expected to operate on a hinged metal frame. Originally, attachés were ideal for carrying important documents and papers to and from offices. In French, the original use for the term “attaché” was to refer to a member of an ambassador’s staff, specifically an administrative employee who transported documents to and fro in a slender case.
While you could potentially use the two interchangeably, venturesome designers over the years have sought to improve both briefcases and attachés. Legendary luxury houses such as Prada, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel offer distinguished and stylish but highly practical versions of these accessories. The briefcases and attachés of today feature leather trim and other decorative exterior embellishments, gold hardware and spacious interiors. They come in a range of shapes, sizes and colors to fit the needs of their fussy owners.
The collection of vintage and designer briefcases and attachés on 1stDibs has everything from rugged leather cases to understated canvas accessories that are perfect for the morning commute. Find yours today.
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