1960s Top Handle Bags

Step back in time to 1947, when the legendary house of Gucci introduced one of its most iconic creations: the Bamboo Bag. This vintage masterpiece, crafted from stunning brown pigskin leather, perfectly embodies the timeless elegance and innovation that has come to define the Gucci brand. Designed in response to wartime shortages, the bamboo handle was not only a symbol of resourcefulness but also an emblem of Gucci's craftsmanship. It's believed that Aldo Gucci, after a trip to London, brought back the idea for this design, marking a significant shift from the soft, unstructured bags of the past to a more rigid, refined style. Handmade with care, the bamboo handle was shaped over a flame, each curve telling the story of a time when artisanship was key. The bag features a front flap, gold-tone hardware, and the signature bamboo turn-lock, elevating it to a true collector's item. The interior is lined with rich beige leather and offers ample storage with a zip pocket, a button-close pocket, and an open compartment, all meticulously designed for both form and function. This stunning piece also boasts the 'Made in Italy by Gucci' embossed inside, a reminder of its heritage and craftsmanship. A rare find, this vintage Gucci Bamboo Bag is more than just an accessory-it's a piece of fashion history. The actual retail price of the Gucci 1947...

Hermès bag, Kelly saddle model, size 32, in black Porosus crocodile and gold metal, circa 1965, interior in black leather with a patch pocket on one side and a double patch pocket on...

Sleek ebony vintage alligator leather handbag ca 1960s The stylish retro handbag is covered with glossy black alligator skin The handbag is designed with a sleek gilt metal clasp f...

Exotic Black Alligator Handbag c 1960 The sleek retro handbag is designed with genuine alligator skin on all sides The chic handbag is carried with a ...

Charming top Handled Gold Leatherette Box Bag with pave and enamel tiger head clasp retailed at Saks Fifth Ave. in the 1960's.

Rare Pierre Cardin Sculptural Top Handle Patent Leather Logo Bag from the 1960's. Really unusual collectible bag with arched gilt metal handle in the fo...

This fine and rare handbag was designed by Spanish luxury fashion house Loewe in the 1960s. Loewe was established in Madrid in 1846 and specialised in leather goods almost exclusivel...

Charming collectible 1960's Woven Figural Fish Bag hand made in Hong Kong of white and gold plasticized nylon filament. Flap closure with turn lock. Really cool with cotton muslin lining and gilt fins added for detail. Perfect summer bag...

A gorgeous large needlepoint handbag in a green, yellow and red abstract pattern on a black background. It has a shapely black Lucite frame, doubl...

Enid Collins 1965 'Money Tree' Original box bag. Light wood background, hand painted with coin and jewel appliqué. Has a brass turn lock on an off white leather latch with matching o...

A chic biscuit colour top handle vintage crocodile handbag. The bag has a central clasp and internally there are two pouch pockets and one zi...

Beautiful Vintage Gucci handbag made in brown leather. Gold metal closure on the front. Top carry handle. Brown leather interior. 1 side open pocket inside. 'Made in Italy by Gucci' ...

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Multicolored Velvet Abstract Printed Top Handle Mini Hand Bag Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci Circa: 1960's Style: Structured t...

Carry timeless style with this rare Gucci bamboo bag from the 60s. Crafted from red leather, this handbag boasts 3 compartments, including a central one with a golden clip closure. T...

1960s Vintage Tan Crocodile Hand/Shoulder Bag A great Vintage piece in very good clean condition, the bag has a choice of a single hand carrying handle and the addition of an over s...

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 masks are framed with leafy foliage The handle and sides are designed with olive green leather. The interior is lined in chartreuse taffeta with twin slip pockets and a zipper compartment The chic retro needlepoint handbag...

1960s Metal Embroidered Purse. Silver & gold tones go with any outfit.

1960s Genuine black center-belly alligator skin handbag: Tailored, accordian-pleated and structured with a padded handle, front flap closure and brushed silver-tone buckle. Medium si...

Unusual hard bag by Walborg of martele burnt orange lucite hand "clad" with copper Art and Crafts patterns. Extremely strange and ugly in a 70's mash up way, almost like a light fixt...

Vintage black silk velvet hand bag by Harry Rosenfeld with two gold tone cherubs on the front. Black satin interior with pockets. Details: Fully Lined Inside Pockets Top Clas...

This beautiful textured gold painted vinyl and silver hardware box bag, is the perfect statement vintage piece to complete your outfit. The beautiful box shape of the bag is accent...

Elegant black alligator evening bag in diminutive size with jet paste detailing. The caps of the handle and the clasp are studded with jet rhinestones, Lin...

Original hand decorated Enid Collins 1967 'Glitterbugs' box bag. Olive green stained wood exterior with black hard handle and brass fittings. Circular mirror under the lid, interior ...

Roberta Di Camerino - Black leather bag. To note, the golden metal attributes are patinated. The brand was created during the 1960s in Venice by Giuliana Camerino. It was, at the t...

Small 1960s crocodile handbag from Artbag on Madison Avenue, NY, features an envelope style top with snap closure and double handles that attach belo...

Gucci 1960s black leather lizard handbag with mini wallet and mini rectangular mirror. This handbag is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are significant f...

Classic 1960s handbag by Rosenfeld in black leather stamped to resemble alligator, its outstanding feature the curved clasp of brushed goldtone metal with leather center that lifts u...

1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware: A classic lady-like handbag in a wide-scale patterned crocodile skin with gold hardware and a long hinged croc-co...

Charming Lizard Mini Satchel in deep taupe lizard skin retailed by Alexanders, New York. The scale is diminutive and striking. It doesn't hold much, but, ...

Walborg Beaded Top Handle Bag from the 1960's. Lined in gold metallic textile. Entire bag is hand beaded with yellow plastic beads on a hard wired frame with...

Roberta di Camerino Bagonghi Bag is the Roberta di Camerino's iconic bag from the 1950s and 1960s inspired by doctor's bags and lined in velvet, an unusual material for handbags. Rig...

A chic vintage crocodile hand bag, The bag has a central top fastening and internally there is one pouch pocket and one zip pocket. Measuerments: width 12'', height 8 1/2'', depth 3...

Charming 3 Dimensional Elaborately Beaded Floral 1960's Bag from Korea. Interesting "hard" bag shape design with elaborate beaded florals all over, even the handle. Silvered filigree...

A wonderful vintage snakeskin handbag. This bag is not only a beautiful colour but large enough for todays essentials. It has a flap over o...

Charming Raffia Tulips Handbag from the 1960's. Ivory cellophane raffia is crochet to form the body of the open top bag. A fringe of handmade pastel raffia tulips decorates the upper...

Eye-catching "Don't be like the rest of them, Darling!" up-cycled hand-painted 1960s vintage handbag by Lilli Grill. Talented Munich-based illustrator Ursula Baur alias Lilli Grill ...

Rare find here, 1960s Char Leather case. It has compartments. Wipstiched, Floral motif. Great distressed look. Measuring 13 in high x 17.5in wide x 2.5 deep. We have more Char pieces...

Unusual vinyl satchel made in the 1960's with newsprint articles from the UK. One article is from the "Daily, dated Nov. 16, 1968". Highlights include:...

Hard purse by Koret USA. Hand woven in Italy of gold and silver toned metal wires and lined in gold leather. 8" x 5" x 2". handle 10". Excellent conditio...

DESCRIPTION: EMILIO PUCCI Jana c.1960 "Idolo" Signature Print Silk & Leather Top Handle Purse Circa: c.1960 Label(s): Emilio Pucci Bags by Jana Designer: ...

Eye-catching "Don't be like the rest of them, Darling!" up-cycled 1950s/1960s vintage handbag hand-painted by Lilli Grill. Talented Munich-based illustrator Ursula Baur alias Lilli ...

Vintage Giorgio Gucci black leather clutch. It features gold metal hardware, flap with button closure on the front, black leather interior a...

Roberta di Camerino Bagonghi Bag is the Roberta di Camerino's iconic bag from the 1950s and 1960s inspired by doctor's bags and lined in velvet, an unusual material for handbags. Rig...

Rare CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage handbag, crafted of brown leather. The bag features a short shoulder strap, a gold metal CD-shaped detail on the front and button closure. Brown leather l...

A smart 1960s Mod Koret handbag in genuine black patent leather. Handle is wrapped and covered entirely in black resin faceted beads. Snap flap closure. inside pocket. Bag measure...

Eye-catching "Don't be like the rest of them, Darling!" up-cycled hand-painted 1960s vintage handbag by Lilli Grill. Talented Munich-based illustrator Ursula Baur alias Lilli Grill ...

The Origial Box Bag by Collins of Texas made of Mahagoni. The box is collared in an olive tone on the outside, the original natural wood tone on the inside. The front is hand painte...

NOT SIGNED - Wicker and silver metal bag from the 1960's. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 15 cm - Length: 24 m - Depth: 10 cm - Hand...

This crocodile print leather top handle bag shows a beautiful colour gradient from beige (matt central panel) to brown (glossy sides) on the front whereas the glossy back is monochro...

Unusual rectangular box bag in orange cut velvet with metal handle in gold accented in silver.The rectangular clasp pulls down to open the bag. Black faille...

Eye-catching "Don't be like the rest of them, Darling!" up-cycled hand-painted 1960s vintage handbag by Lilli Grill. Talented Munich-based illustrator Ursula Baur alias Lilli Grill ...

A high quality 1960s I.Magnin large (13" tall) black calf skin tailored handbag with deep side bucket pockets and central large clasp compartment. Leather lined.

Unique and rich color teal distinguishes this mid-century box bag, a form which was popular during that period. Rectangular, with two sturdy handles and V-detailing and tab on front...

Vintage black velvet handbag. Beige suede interior and golden metal elements. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...

Charming Lizard Mini Purse from the 1960's retailed by Alexanders. Charming design made in Italy with top handle and outer pocket. Suede lining, 1960's Italy. 7.5" x 6.5" high x 3" h...

Valentino Garavani, Black Alligator, Top-Handle Bag, Gold Tone Hardware, 1960s Good condition.

This is a black crocodile handbag by Bellesto, from 1960. It has two handles which are 6" high, one main compartment, with three open pockets, and one zipped. It has gold detail on t...

Classy 1960s handbag made in France for Lord & Taylor, the bag has a single handle and an envelope flap with oval enhancement. Slim and chic, but roomy enough to hold your essentials...