Born in Cali, Colombia, luxury handbag designer Nancy Gonzalez started her eponymous business with her late son, Santiago Gonzalez, in 1998, selling her very first collection at Bergdorf Goodman. Her vibrant yet timeless designs for handbags and top-handle bags are inspired by the nature and culture of her home country, and they’re handcrafted there, too, by local artisans. The brand is committed to social change — Gonzalez is focused on uplifting Colombian women. She prioritizes the well-being of her workforce, which is largely made up of women, and offers support systems such as childcare to all employees.
Nancy Gonzalez handbags are typically made from eclectic, naturally dyed skins like iridescent python and cobalt-blue ostrich or plant-based materials like banana leaf. But the brand’s signature material is crocodile skin, often dyed in bright colors, with the majority of their leathers sourced from the Gonzalez farms in Colombia.
The designer has also partnered with top contemporary artists such as Will Cotton, Jim Hodges, Jenny Holzer, KAWS and Dr. Lakra on limited-edition designs for the TWO x TWO for AIDS and Art gala and auction, hosted by the Dallas Museum of Art and amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research.
With a joyous exuberance in their colorful designs, the bags are a favorite of global A-listers and tastemakers alike.
Beyond its handbag and purse collection, the Nancy Gonzalez brand also expanded to men’s and women’s accessories and shoes, launching its first footwear collection in 2016. All of these new additions embraced the brand’s distinctive style with crocodile skin and vivid hues while also pushing their designs forward with new pieces and techniques like laser cutting. The company closed its doors in 2024.
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Rare Double Buckle Nancy Gonzalez Wide Belt in Natural Beige Crocodile
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in valatie, NY
Rare Double Buckle Nancy Gonzalez Wide Belt in Natural Beige Crocodile. Both of the buckles are covered in crocodile with contrasting gold colored prongs. Nancy Gonzalez crocodile be...
Yves Saint Laurent trimming belt (Attributed to)
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - Black, brown, and golden trimming belt. Not signed piece from the 1975s under the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. Condition: Very good condition Dime...
Chanel Vintage 1988 Pearl Tassel Chain Belt
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage rare tassel belt featuring alternating gold toned chain sections and large faux pearls. Triple swag at front. Collection 23 - Year : 1988. Adjustable size. Hook clos...
Saint Laurent belt 'butterfly' Haute Couture by Yves Saint Laurent Winter 1970
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - 1970-1971 Fall-Winter Haute Couture "Du look rétro aux manteaux extra-longs" Collection, under the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. You can see the belt...
1970s Mod Handmade Gilt Metal Woven Wire Artisan Belt
Located in University City, MO
1970s gilt metal woven wire handmade artisan belt The mod handmade belt is designed with gilt metal interlocked wire bands The large center circular buckle hooks into the woven meta...
Ungaro belt 'orientalist' by Emmanuel Ungaro circa 1990
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
UNGARO - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1990 under the artistic direction of Emmanuel Ungaro. Two-row beaten golden metal belt decorated with multicolred enamel spirals and matchi...
Chanel S/S 1995 iconic Barbie Collection runway two tone black and White belt
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare and iconic Chanel Archive Spring Summer 1995 Barbie Collection by Karl Lagerfeld runway belt as seen on Claudia Schiffer and on the runway. Black and White leather and 24k gold ...
Vintage Jumbo CHANEL Iconic Logo Medallion Charm Necklace Belt
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Jumbo CHANEL Iconic Logo Medallion Charm Necklace Belt Measurements: Largest Charm Drop: 3.15 inches (8 cm) Overall Length: 33.46 inches (85 cm) adjustable Features: - 100...
Roberto Cavalli Black Patent Leather Gold Tone Logo Stone Buckle
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Roberto Cavalli Black Patent Leather Gold Tone Logo Stone Buckle 46 95 Italy Belt DETAILS Color: Black Measurements: 115 cm 45,27inches L x 2,5cm 0,98 inches W Item Name NWT ...
$1,317
Size: 40 inches
Chanel circa 1995 Ceinture Chaine T100 Golden Chain Black Leather Belt 4XL 40 in
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel belt circa 1995, composed of a long gold-tone metal chain, a curb link interwoven with black leather, a double row at the front, a hook closure attached to a CC logo medallion...
DOLCE & GABBANA Vintage Green Crystals Emerald Floral Gold Chunky Belt Necklace
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Wokingham, England
DOLCE & GABBANA D&G Vintage Sparkling Emerald Green Crystals Floral Flower Interlocked Chunky Belt Long Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Versati...
Chanel belt 'Microtailors' by Karl Lagerfeld Spring-Summer 1995
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 1995 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear 'Microtailors' Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Belt made of wide golden metal links and a cc buckle ornamented w...
Chanel belt by Karl Lagerfeld circa 1980
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1980 under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Golden metal belt interlaced with green leather, ending with a pompom. Made in France...
Nancy Gonzalez Dark Brown Square Buckle Crocodile Belt
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Dark brown crocodile square buckle belt by Nancy Gonzalez. 24.5"-27" length, 2" width. Condition: Pre-owned. Good. Interior side is discolored. Hardware scratched. S...