1965 Enid Collins 'Money Tree' Original Box Bag
By Enid Collins
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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...
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H 8.5 in D 2.75 in L 8.5 in
Whimsical Enid Collins Blonde Wood Jeweled Sea Life Themed Box Purse c 1960s
By Enid Collins
Located in University City, MO
Whimsical Enid Collins blonde pine wood jeweled sea life themed box purse c 1960s The charming retro wood box purse is decorated with an enamel stenciled underwater ocean scene illu...
1960's Enid Collins 'Night Owl' Wood Box Bag
By Enid Collins, Collins of Texas
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful 1960's Enid Collins wooden box bag. The body of the bag is made of light wood with an owl motif painted on the front side and adorned with large and medium rhinestones and ...
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H 3.5 in W 8.5 in D 4.5 in
Original Box Purse by Enid Collins hand-decorated Painted & Signed 1970's USA
By Enid Collins
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a stunning and rare vintage **Original Box Bag** by renowned American artist **Enid Collins**, a timeless piece that beautifully captures mid-century style and craftsmanshi...
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1967 Enid Collins 'Glitterbugs' Handbag
By Enid Collins
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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 ...
1960's Enid Collins Flora and Fauna Wood Handbag
By Enid Collins
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Lovely condition collectible Enid Collins wooden Flora and Fauna hand bag from 1960's. Very good, original, unrestored condition which is a rare find. Interior in clean condition wit...
Enid Collins Cable Car Box Bag
By Enid Collins, Collins of Texas
Located in Alford, MA
During the 1950s and '60s, Enid Collins produced a popular and collectible line of themed and decorated handbags, both totes and box bags. This wooden box bag celebrates the cable ca...
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H 4.5 in W 2 in L 8.5 in
1960s Enid Collins Rectangle Wood Top Handle Bag with White Dove Details
By Enid Collins
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960's Enid Collin pine coloured wood rectangle box handbag. The bag features two hand painted doves facing each other with applied white beads, rhinestone and floral embellishment. ...
1960's Enid Collins 'Roadrunner' Wooden Box Bag
By Enid Collins, Collins of Texas
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960's Enid Collins/Collins of Texas light wooden square top handle bag. The bag features a Roadrunner and a star on the front adorned with gold hardware, white cabochons and amber r...
Fabulous 1960s Enid Collins Fine Feathers jewelled purse bag
By Enid Collins
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Handbag, 1960's Enid Collins "Fine Feathers", Jewelled fronted purse.
Enid Collins Owl & Pussycat Handbag
Located in Chicago, IL
The owl and pussycat bag is one of Enid Collins classic designs. This wooden box bag has a rigid lucite handle and closes with a leather strap and brass toggle closure. The modernist...
Enid Collins Papier Mache Handbag
By Enid Collins
Located in Chicago, IL
Cheerful, handmade papier mache box bag with jeweled flower by Enid Collins. It rests on little brass button feet. The height given below is the overall height including the handl...
Fabulous 1960s Enid Collins of Texas STAR DUST Black Wooden Box Bag Purse
By Enid Collins
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This totally Fabulous 1960s Enid Collins of Texas STAR DUST Black Wooden Box Bag Purse is a rare black evening example of Collins work, and is among her most sought after handmade de...
Rare Ileene Reeves 1970s Handpainted Fairytale Fairies Vintage Handbag 70s Purse
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare mid 1970s ILEENE REEVES hand painted plexiglass novelty handbag! Features fairies, flowers, mushrooms and daisies throughout. Secure front closure. Interior features a mirror on...
1960s Coppola e Toppo for Saks Fifth Avenue Crystal Evening Bag
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A glamorous statement piece, perfect for vintage collectors or anyone channeling a retro Hollywood or Studio 54 evening look. It pairs gorgeously with a silk slip dress or a tailored...
$384Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Centimeter
Original Box Bag by Collins of Texas made of mahagony hand-decorated, 1966 USA
By Collins of Texas
Located in Stuttgart, DE
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...
Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
Roberta Balsamo World's Unique Jewel bag
By Roberta Balsamo
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Masterpiece by Roberta Balsamo Milan World's unique piece, not replicable Haute couture, etno chic style Embroidered textile Sequins Green color Double handle Cm 12 x 22 x 8 (4,72 x ...
Volupte 1950s Enamel Flower Compact Miaudiere Purse and Case
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black enamel compact, minaudiere, purse from Volupte. It has a black front decorated with enamel flowers and painted leaves on either side and the back is brushed gold me...
Rafael Sanchez handbag, 1980s
By Rafael Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
Rafael Sanchez bag with a texture similar to lizard skin and carved beads Period – 1980’s Width: 17 cm Height: 12 cm Overall height with handle – 24 cm Depth: 7,5 cm Condition – v...
Evans Mini Suede "Suitcase" Minaudiere
By Evans Case Company
Located in New York, NY
Evans Mini Suede "Suitcase" Minaudiere from the 1950's. Black antelope suede is used on front, back and handle with a gilt pave floral spray as a center medallion. 2 interior sectio...
Italian Velvet Purse with Enamel Accents, Mangiameli Milano
Located in New York, NY
Charming Italian Velvet Purse with Enamel Accents from the 1960's. Black and Nile Green velvet 2 toned purse with 4 chain link strap with enamel stations. These stations also decorat...
$4,325
Hermès bag 1950s-1960s
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - (Made in France) Navy-blue box leather and marled beige H canvas bag with a gold-plated fasterner on a flap. Design from the 1950s-1960s. Condition: Very good condition Di...
Coblentz 1960s Original Fold Over Embroidered Clutch
By Coblentz
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1960's Coblentz clutch is so timeless and elegant! Get your hands on this beautiful fold over style clutch that is soo reminiscent of the playful sophistication of the 1960s! Wo...
1950s Bag with Embroidery and Silk
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s bag with embroidery and silk.
Fabric, Silk
Vintage evening bag, circa 1950
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ANONYMOUS - Collection, circa 1950. Small evening bag entirely embroidered with black beads and decorated with a multicolored floral motif in cross-stitch. Gold-tone metal clasp. C...
Hermès "Cordelière" Handbag by Robert Dumas, circa 1960–1970
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - Collection circa 1960–1970, under the artistic direction of Robert Dumas. "Cordeliere" handbag in black box calf leather, with a gold-plated clasp on the flap and handle. ...
Vintage bag 1930s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
UNKNOWN -Vintage mini bag made of openwork golden metal. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 13 cm - Height: 16 cm - Depth: 1 cm - Handle length: 50 cm SKU:S195
$1,365
H 9.45 in D 4.34 in L 12.6 in
Carlo Zini Contemporary Women's Floral Textile Bag with Gold Accents
By Carlo Zini
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Funny and very original bag by Carlo Zini Milano One of the world's greatest bijoux desigers Textile Purple color Wonderful textile application, with golden metal and swarovsky Flor...
F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Beige Mesh Panel Black Pantsuit Set IT42
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection, this two-piece black pantsuit features a fitted tunic top and high-waisted flared trousers. The set is accented with bold, strategi...
Gucci mini bamboo handle wallet/ crossbody
By Gucci
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Gucci Black Nylon Bamboo Handle Mini Wallet Handbag Material Nylon Color Black Length 18 cm /7,08 inches Height 12 cm/ 4,72 inches Authentic Gucci Mini Wallet Hanbag in black ny...
$195Sale Price|29% Off
H 3.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in
1950s Suede Minaudiere Compact Evening Bag with Medallion Front
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black suede minaudiere compact wallet evening bag. It has a top handle with suede fringe tassels on the ends, a gold metal top snap button closing and frame, and a detai...
Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
This arresting, floor-grazing Thierry Mugler Couture gown is a masterclass in architectural sensuality. Cut with Mugler’s signature anatomical precision, the bodice plays a daring ga...
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag: Gold Lurex hand bag covered in gold sequins and yellow teardrop fringe lucite beading. Nested inside is a...
$425
H 4.75 in W 5.5 in D 1 in
Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s
By Longchamps
Located in Tucson, AZ
A rare Longchamps--not Longchamp--evening purse made even more noteworthy by its swirling micro bead pattern, punctuated by delicate pink and blue pavé flowers. A diminutive but powe...
$437Sale Price|50% Off
Size: One Size
1960s Italian Black + Gold Beaded Vintage 60s Evening Bag Handbag Purse
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1960s black and gold beaded Italian evening bag! Intricate gold chain can be worn on the shoulder, or crossbody. Snaps shut to secure all your belongings. Fits more than re...
NWT $14860 Roberto Cavalli Gold Fully Beaded Open Back Dress Gown Italian 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Gold Fully Beaded Open Back Dress Gown Italian size - 40 Hollywood Glamour. Elegant and Chic - All it's about Roberto Cavalli gold fully beaded gown. Fully embe...
$295
H 4.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in
Ascot New York Oval Mother of Pearl Lucite Double Decker Box Purse, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Post-war suburban gold, this nostalgic box purse is a beautiful, functional conversation piece thanks to its sizeable interior and clever double decker design. The Lucite lid flips o...
Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Bead Embellished Suit Fall/Winter 1992 Size 36FR
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Bead Embellished Suit Fall/Winter 1992 Size 36FR Bodysuit - Size 36FR Skirt - Size 36FR Jacket - Size 38FR Runway 1992
Black emboss leather hand bag Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black emboss leather hand bag.Heart shape gold metal hardware to hold the handle. One flat pocket outside. One small pocket with zip inside. Branded nylon lining. SIZE : 25cm X 20cm...
Rare Rosenfeld Victorian Style Jewelry Casket Purse
By Harry Rosenfeld Originals, Harry Rosenfeld
Located in New York, NY
Charming and Rare Rosenfeld Victorian Style Jewelry Casket Purse from the 1960's. Designed as an etched gilt brass casket with quilted velvet interior and cool plexiglass cover. Gilt...
$388
W 4.25 in D 1.37 in L 6.8 in
Silver and White Diamond Design Beaded Bag with Silver Tone Fittings circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
Shimmering silver and white diamond design beaded bag with silver tone fittings. Measuring length at the base 17.5 cm / 6.8 inches by width 10.8 cm / 4.25 inches, and depth 3.5 cm / ...
Thierry Mugler Iconic Black Le Bubble Bag Rubber Handbag
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare Vintage Thierry Mugler futuristic rubber bag, Le Bubble, wearable Art. Its sinuous silhouette appears molded from a single piece of matte black rubber, yielding a smooth, cocoon...
Printed and branded canvas hand-bag Emilio Pucci
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed and branded canvas hand-bag. Silver metal hardware. 2 compartments inside and 2 pockets with zip. Studs underneath. Branded fabric. branded nylon lining. SIZE 35 cm X 30 cm ...
1950's Coblentz Baby Blue Leather Clutch with Matching Kid Gloves
By Coblentz
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's baby blue kid leather classic Coblentz fold over clutch with matching baby blue leather gloves. Rarely found in leather, this classic shape is lined in navy corded silk and cl...
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.