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Evening Bags and Minaudières For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1920s
Sleek Gilt Metal Lion Face Evening Bag ca 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Sleek gilt metal lion face evening bag ca 1980s The elegant evening bag is designed with a stylized lion's face accented with glittering diamante crystal eyes & mouth The rounde...
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1980s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber Black Silk Rose Swarovski Crystal Evening Bag Clutch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Silk Pink Red Swarovski Crystal Rose Evening Bag Clutch in excellent condition. Black silk exterior trimmed with pink and red swarovski crystals in rose print and...
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1990s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chinese Embroidered Evening Bag, UK
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Chinese Embroidered Evening Bag mounted in the UK. Lovely antique silk satin textile finely embroidered with figures and metallic lame thread accents. Enamel decorated and gl...
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1950s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

1987 Gucci Brown Alligator Chain Crossbody Clutch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning saddle brown Gucci crocodile convertible crossbody. This beautiful bag is constructed entirely of glossy crocodile leather and is finished with gold accent hard...
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1980s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Black Satin Evening Bag by Rene Mancini
By Rene Mancini
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage evening bag by Rene Mancini. In black satin with a flap over front with popper fastening, and an internal pouch pocket. The bag has attractive gold detail on the fro...
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1960s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Late 1950s Rosenfeld Black Satin Circle Handle Evening Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Late 1950's Twifaille by Rosenfeld black satin evening bag. The circular handle has gold and rhinestone embellishments along the inside that play up the rounded shape of this bag. Th...
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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rafael Sanchez Golden Honey Comb Suede Tassel Shoulder Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rafael Sanchez golden honey comb suede, beaded tassel shoulder bag from the 1980s. Textured suede through a magnifying glass it looks like honey comb. B...
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1980s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Classic Vintage Caviar CC Black Diamond Quilted Timeless Clutch Bag
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Classic Vintage Caviar CC Black Diamond Quilted Timeless Clutch This stylish clutch is beautifully crafted of black diamond quilted cavi...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

1990s Roberto Cavalli Black Silver Leather Suede Handbag
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Roberto Cavalli vintage handbag, 100% leather, black and silver color, internal partitions with zip. 1990s. Made in Italy. Very good vintage condition, some imperfections have small ...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

La Jeunesse Gold Snakeskin/Mesh Evening Bag
Located in Alford, MA
La Jeunesse handbags are unique, luxurious, and sought after. This example is composed of gold snakeskin that is covered by a fine white mesh, toni...
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Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Hobe Gem Encrusted Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
Hobe Gem Encrusted Evening Bag with faux rubies and diamonds, hand set into an enormous gilt filigreed frame. Wonderful quality with black silk velvet po...
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1940s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Art Deco Mother of Pearl Black Doeskin Suede Wristlet Evening Bag
Located in University City, MO
1950s Art Deco Mother of pearl black doeskin suede wristlet evening bag. The elegant rectangular evening bag is framed with a border of square shaped in...
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1950s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Sara Whyte Bag - 1980s Vintage - Suede + Gold & Silver Leather Leaf Detail
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Sara Whyte - Black Suede Bag - RARE 1980s Vintage - Gold + Silver Leather Stitched Leaf Detailing / Front Bag - Gold Leather Strap - Ribbed...
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1980s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

Exceptional 1920's Czech Egyptian Revival Jeweled Mesh Purse
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, large 1920's Czech Jeweled Mesh Purse of the largest scale and finest quality relined by famed, Art Bag of Madison Ave. NY. Jeweled frame with faux lapis pate de verre mol...
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1920s Czech Evening Bags and Minaudières

Tiffany and Company Art Deco Chinese Brocade Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany and Company Art Deco evening bag of antique Chinese textile mounted onto engraved Art Deco silver mounts. Dot and dash bar silver chain. L...
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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Loris Azzaro Paris Vintage Black Sequin Evening Bag W Fringe Tassels
Located in Portland, OR
We have always loved vintage Loris Azzaro pieces and this gorgeous evening bag is so incredible! The bag is in black and is covered with black sequins and embellished with luxurious ...
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20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Red Satin Vintage Evening Bag
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Red Satin Vintage Evening Bag is in lovely condition. Uniquely shaped in vivid red satin, this crossbody piece is truly beautif...
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Late 20th Century European Evening Bags and Minaudières

ANTIQUE CHINESE Red Embroidered Silk SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century POUCH Ch'ing
Located in Rome, Rome
- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Red Silk with lovely embroidery on both sides - Silk tassel elements - These charmin...
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1930s Chinese Evening Bags and Minaudières

Valentino Garavani, Black Alligator, Top-Handle Bag, Gold Tone Hardware, 1960s
Located in Kingston, NY
Valentino Garavani, Black Alligator, Top-Handle Bag, Gold Tone Hardware, 1960s Good condition.
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1960s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Exquiste Black Glass Beaded Embroidered Evening Bag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite black glass beaded embroidered evening bag c 1960 The beautiful vintage evening bag is encrusted with glass micro beads on all sides. The ...
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1960s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Neiman Marcus Burnished Silver Minaudière Evening Bag c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Neiman Marcus burnished silver minaudiere evening bag c 1980s The sleek evening bag has an intentional darkened silver metal patina. Designed with grooved vertical bands on a diagon...
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1980s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

A carved Bakelite framed and cream enamelled mesh handbag, 1930s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful bag made from cream enamelled segments all interlocked, in the style of Whiting and Davis, with a bold hand carved cream Bakelite frame and chain handle, with stylised fl...
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1930s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Purple Python Mini Evening Bag
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible purple python Gianni Versace mini bag, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 1999 collection, this bag i...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Black Silk Purse Handbag
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel black silk purse handbag. - Silver CC hardware kiss lock closure. - Leather interior. - One interior zip closure pocket. One...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

S/S 1991 Gianni Versace Hot Pink Satin Gold-Tone Beaded Handle Bag
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a Fuschia silk satin Gianni Versace top handle bag, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1991 collection, a version of ...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare Vintage Versace Handbag in Leather
Located in Milano, IT
Eccentric leather handbag designed by the great Gianni Versace in the 1970s. The bag is a handbag made of black leather with elegant gold studs. The sleeves have the appearance of fl...
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1970s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

1980s Judith Leiber Large Black and Gold Evening Clutch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Judith Leiber large art deco style evening clutch from the late 1980s. Black imprinted simulated reptile with gathering and pleats that add texture. Contrasting gold tone metal hardware and a large oval cabochon at closure. Black satin interior with original matching black satin, kiss lock change purse...
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1980s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber Crystal Jeweled Frog Minaudière c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Judith Leiber Endearing crystal jeweled minaudiere' evening bag c 1980s The beguiling frog is encrusted with elaborate tiny glittering diamante crystals. Adorned with green glass cabochon eyes; accented with gilt metal grooved eye brows The frog's back is embellished with clusters of amethyst; jade green & jet black small glass color cabochons scattered throughout the rows of contiguous brilliant diamante crystals The endearing frog's posture creates the appearance of being on the verge of leaping away... The legs, brows & sides are sheathed in shiny polished gilt metal. The clasp mechanism is distinguished with a green glass opaque cabochon The versatile design transitions from an opulent clutch; converts into an elegant shoulder bag suspended from a sinuous gilt metal chain strap Makes an exquisite accessory for holidays, weddings or any special formal occasions. The charming design merges elegance & whimsy brilliantly The interior is lined in gold metallic foil inscribed on a gilt metal plaque: Judith Leiber. Paired with a gilt metal vanity comb engraved Judith Leiber Measurements The length from the frog's nose to the back edge measures 4.5 inches. The width across the base of the center section measures 3 inches approximately The drop length from top of the chain strap to the base of the frog's extended back leg measures 23.25 inches The jeweled evening bag rest...
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1980s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Italian Crystal Encrusted Oval Tassel Minaudière circa 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Italian crystal encrusted oval tassel evening clutch c 1980s The elegant gilt metal minaudière is embellished with rows of glittering glass crystals on the front exterior A sinuous...
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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Bruno Magli Couture Evening Bag
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage evening bag by Brun Magli Couture. In black satin covered in diamante on both sides, the bags has one internal pouch pocket and a top opening. Measurements: Width 10 ...
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1970s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag
Located in London, GB
An iconic late 1930s Couture black silk velvet handbag, comprising of one compartment with one elasticated patch pocket, fully lined in coral-pink cotton...
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20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

Bobbie Jerome 1950s 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...
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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Bunny Rabbit Minaudiere
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Bunny Rabbit Minaudiere in excellent condition. Unique and rare rabbit shape with silver cyrstal body, smooth gold face, and gold crystal ears on top....
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1980s Evening Bags and Minaudières

An unusual Bakelite frame and silk 'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of a combination of original black and cream silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame...
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1920s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

Dolce&Gabbana Vintage Coin Purse D&G
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous mini bag designed by Dolce & Gabbana n he 1980s, soft leather, made in Italy. ORIGINAL BRAND. The purse is really small and entirely made of leather. The texture is the high...
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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Nouveau Early 20th Century Black Fabric Gold Frame Evening Bag
Located in Munich, DE
This Art Nouveau handbag is made from high-quality heavy black fabric and features a gold-tone metal frame richly decorated with beautiful cut-out flowers and leaves, a snap closure ...
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Early 20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Judith Leiber Silk Floral Crystal Embroidered Tassel Clutch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Silk Floral Crystal Embroidered Clutch in fair condition. Cream silk with multi color floral embroidery and crystals. Matching cream/beige leather trim and side...
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1980s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Exquisite Italian Gilt Metal Evening Bag Designed by Harry Rosenfeld
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite gilt metal evening bag designed by Harry Rosenfeld c 1970 The lavish evening bag is embellished with an Art Nouveau style nymph lounging in a lush garden paradise The opulent evening bag is designed with a pewter tone metal recessed plate illustrated with a three dimensional scene The rectangular evening bag is constructed with textured gilt metal that has a satin finish The versatile design transitions from a chic clutch bag by placing the braided gilt metal chain strap in the interior Converts to a stunning shoulder bag carried with the braided chain shoulder strap The interior of the opulent evening bag is lined in plush golden yellow velvet. Labeled H. Rosenfeld Made in Italy The extremely rare evening bag...
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1970s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Suede and Swarovski Minaudiere
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Suede and Swarovski Minaudiere in excellent condition. Unique double compartment design. Top compartment has a beige and gold sue...
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1990s Evening Bags and Minaudières

CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Mini Classic Top Handle Flap Bag
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Black Quilted Lambskin Vintage Mini Classic Top Handle Flap Bag Serial Number: 5475800 Age (Circa): 1997 Accompanied By: Chanel Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet Auth...
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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1940s Art Deco Ebony Iridescent Glass Beaded Evening Purse
Located in University City, MO
1940s Exquisite ebony art deco glass carnival beaded evening purse The elegant oval-shaped evening bag is encrusted with elaborate black iridisc...
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1940s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Black Beaded Clutch
Located in Alford, MA
1950s-'60s black microbeaded clutch with fishscale motif of contrasting smooth and faceted beads throughout. The gold metal frame is beaded as well, here with a chain design on top of solid beads, which, both here and in the body lend three-dimensionality to the clutch. Interior is black satin with open side compartments. Unlabeled, but most of these mid-century beaded bags...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel 1990's NEW brown crocodile envelope clutch
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous 24k large gold plated cc turn-lock closure Original tags from 1990's Barneys are still attached Collectors Item RARE interior brown lambskin lining that shows about 3 faint...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Brigette Romanek Red Lizard Leather Clutch Evening Purse
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Circa 1990 Featuring red burgundy animal/ lizard leather evening clutch with interior pocket with zip closure, double silk lining Signed Made in the USA
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1990s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Joaquin Olivier for Tabatà Scallops vintage bag 1960
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Exceptional Minaudiére with a long strap in a shape of a scallops made in black leather, ostrich foot leather on the middle. Stunning item, delicate work ...
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1960s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber Gold with White Crystal Box Minaudière Evening Clutch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elegant Judith Leiber minaudière looks like a gift box or pillow with a Swarovski crystal ribbon. The bag features a press crystal lock closure with golden hardware, The shoulder strap that can be tucked into the interior of the bag for use as a clutch. The interior is done in metallic leather. It comes with a Leiber gold comb...
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Late 20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

Lloyd Klein Paris Shagreen & Rosewood Evening Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lloyd Klein, Paris shagreen and rosewood evening bag with a carved stone beaded handle. Natural colour shagreen in greyish green, the beaded handle is blac...
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20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Exquisite Glass Hand Beaded Flower Evening Bag ca 1920s
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite glass hand beaded flower evening bag ca 1920s The opulent glass beaded evening purse is embellished with rows of tiny micro glass beads ...
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1920s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rhinestone Jewel Clasp Pink Metallic Brocade Evening Clutch Handbag 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rhinestone jewel clasp pink metallic brocade evening clutch handbag from the 1970s. This beautiful bag is perfect for anyone who likes something exotic and...
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1970s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare Vintage Judith Leiber Crystal Chantelaine Minaudiere Production Sample
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare Vintage Judith Leiber Crystal Chantelaine Minaudiere in excellent condition. Gold coin purse shape body with black crystals along the top edge and...
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1990s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Vintage Black Resin Evening Bag
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Resin Evening Bag is in excellent vintage condition from the late 1980's A rare piece that is a must have for any collect...
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20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

S/S 1991 Gianni Versace Blue Velvet Bag with Enamel Flower Chain Atelier Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1991 collection, this bag designed by Gianni Versace features the 'Atelier Versace' embellished with gold thread prominently on both sides of the bag. The body...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage VALENTINO Garavani Black Bead Pearl Evening Mini Clutch Bag w/ Chain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage VALENTINO Garavani Black Bead Pearls Rhinestones Evening Mini Clutch Bag w/ Chain Product details: The purse comes with the origina...
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Late 20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

Cage evening bag in black satin and rhinestone Daniel Swarovski
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cage evening bag in black satin and rhinestone. Strap in black satin. Flat pocket inside. Metal frame. Size : 15 cm X 14 cm X 6 cm
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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

CHANEL Black Caviar Leather Gold Hardware Medium Gold Hardware Shoulder Flap Bag
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1997 Collection Caviar Skin Leather 9.75” W x 6.25” H x 2.75” D Strap Drop 20” Includes Authenticity Card, Dust Bag 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
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1990s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin ...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

TOD'S Small Black Silk Satin Crystal Studs Top Handle Evening Hand Bag, 1990s
Located in Munich, DE
This elegant and minimalist late 1990s top handle evening handbag by Tod's is large enough for all of your evening essentials, but small enough to carry in your hand. It features a b...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Evening Bag By Judith Jack
Located in London, GB
A chic evening bag by Judith Jack. The bag has a flapover front with popper fastening, and a wonderful decorative clasp. Inside there are two loops, so a chain can be fitted and the ...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage and Designer Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.

Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap.

Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.

Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.

Find a vast array of vintage minaudières and evening bags in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.

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