Judith Leiber Vintage Egg Minaudière Clutch Silver Swarovski Crystals
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Complete with its iconic suite of original matching accessories, this dazzling evening piece is a timeless investment and the ultimate companion for a gala, wedding, or high-society ...
Judith Leiber NEW Gold Genuine Snakeskin Jewel Waist Belt in Dust Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Size listed Medium Snakeskin Jewels Hook and eye closure Width 1.5" Length 31” Includes original Judith Leiber dust bag
Judith Leiber LIKE NEW Evening Envelope Clutch Bag in Box
By Judith Leiber
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Estimated value $10,000 Crocodile leather Gold tone hardware Satin lining Kiss-lock closure Measures 10.5" W x 5.25" H x 2" D Includes original Judith Leiber dust b...
Judith Leiber LIKE NEW Embellished Evening Envelope Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Judith Leiber LIKE NEW Embellished Evening Envelope Clutch Bag Gem embellished Gold tone hardware Leather lining Slide lock closure Removable shoulder strap dro...
JUDITH LEIBER Tan Python Clutch W/Stone Closure & Goldtone Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Tan Python Clutch With Stone Closure And Goldtone Chain Materials: Python, Goldtone Hardware Interior Slip Pocket Stamped: "JUDITH LEIBER" Length: 8" Height:...
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H 3.5 in W 7.5 in D 0.25 in
Judith Leiber New Nautical Swarovski Crystal Bead Evening Box Clutch Bag in Box
By Judith Leiber
Located in Charlotte, NC
Judith Leiber NEW Nautical Swarovski Crystal Bead Evening Box Turnlock Clutch Bag in Box Swarovski crystals Bead Gold tone hardware Leather lining Push lock closure Drop-in shoulder...
Judith Leiber New Cognac Alligator Pearl Evening Shoulder Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Judith Leiber New Cognac Alligator Pearl Crystal Evening Shoulder Clutch Bag Alligator Gold tone hardware Faux pearl Crystal Leather lining Push lock closure Featu...
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H 3.75 in D 1.25 in L 8.5 in
JUDITH LEIBER Pink Swarovski Crystal "Ritz Fizz" Clutch Bag w. Chain - RT $2, 695
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Interior lined in purple satin Magnetic closure Magnet engraved "USA PAT.5722126.ROMAG" Detachable silver chain strap Interior has plaque engraved "JUDITH LEIBER" "ESTABLISHED 19...
Judith Leiber Brown Karung Clutch Purse Gold Rose Closure
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Judith Leiber Material: Snakeskin Measurements: 10.5” x 6” x 2” Handle Drop: 9.5” Color: Brown Interior pockets: One zip / one slip pockets Exterior pockets: One flat pocke...
JUDITH LEIBER Beige Lizard Evening Bag GHW
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Evening Bag Features multi-colored stones on chain link shoulder strap Made in: Not given Color: Beige and goldtone Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Liza...
Judith Leiber Red Karung Snakeskin Clutch with GHW
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Red Karung Clutch with GHW Features optional shoulder strap that can be tucked into bag Color: Red Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Karung snakeskin and metal Lin...
Judith Leiber Clear Swarovski and Faux Pearl Minaudiere Evening Bag / Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Clear Crystal Minaudiere Clutch Features faux pearl and purple and pink stone detailing at closure Made In: Italy Color: Gold, ivory, pink and purple Hardware: Goldto...
Judith Leiber Multi-Colored Floral Crystal Embellished Minaudiere GHW
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Multi-Colored Floral Crystal Embellished Minaudiere Features hidden goldtone chain link shoulder strap Made In: Italy Color: Goldtone, red, pink, green, orange,yello...
Judith Leiber Iridescent Pink Python & Crystal Minaudiere GHW
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Iridescent Pink Python & Crystal Minaudiere Features pink Swarovski crystal trim throughout and optional goldtone chain link shoulder strap Made In: U.S.A Color: Ir...
Judith Leiber Bronze Sworovski Crystal Bean Minaudiere Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Bronze Sworovski Crystal Bean Clutch Features optional thin goldtone chain strap Color: Bronze and goldtone Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Sworovski crystals and metal ...
Judith Leiber Celine Dion Black & Red Swarovski Crystal Card Case w. Box
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Celine Dion Black & Red Card Case Color: Black, red Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Metal and crystal Closure/opening: Push tab Retail Price: $425 + tax Overall Conditio...
JUDITH LEIBER c.1980's Emerald Green Lizard Leather Gold Ganesh Elephant Belt
By Judith Leiber
Located in Thiensville, WI
Belt fastens with two hooks and grommets. Marked: "Judith Leiber". Original dust bag is included.
Judith Leiber Gold Python Clutch Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Optional gold tone chain strap may be used for shoulder carry. Tag, Judith Leiber dust bag and box included.
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Optional gold tone strap may be worn on the shoulder or cross body. Judith Leiber dust bag included. Click the "Contact Dealer" button and we will provide you with an express or...
Judith Leiber Silver Crystal Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Purchase includes authenticity card, mirror, comb, coin purse, Judith Leiber dust bag and box. Retail price $2,195.00.
Judith Leiber Circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Judith Leiber evening bag with original dust bag and box
Judith Leiber Circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Judith Leiber crystal clutch with dust bag and original box.
Judith Leiber Lizard and Lace Semi Precious Stone Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This gorgeous pristine and never used handbag includes a gold metallic leather shoulder strap, gold plate Judith Leiber signed comb with fringe ornament detail, Judith Leiber gold pl...
Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Couture Floral Minaudiere Box Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The bag includes the Judith Leiber original protective dust storage bag as well as the original manufacturer authentication certificate signed and numbered.
Judith Leiber Black Karung Kissing Parrots Pearl Clasp Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From luncheon to cocktails. A Judith Leiber gold mirror in dust bag and JL gold comb with tassel are included.
Larisa Barrera Metallic Beaded Evening bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Larisa Barrera Metallic Beaded Evening bag. The bag is completely covered in sequins and beads in metallic hues. The bag is silver hardware with clasp covered in beads and stones tha...
Whiting & Davis silver mesh clutch with matching change purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
Whiting & Davis silver mesh evening clutch has detailed rhinestone clasp closure. The evening clutch comes with a matching silver mesh change purse. Both items have the signature "Wh...
Judith Leiber Clear Swarovski Crystal Flower Top Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TIMELESS Judith Leiber Clear Swarovski Crystal Flower Top Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch in excellent condition. Clear Swarovski crystal exterior trimmed with gold hardware and a crys...
Judith Leiber Gold Filigree Swarovski Crystal Box Minaudiere evening bag clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning Judith Leiber Vintage gold box minaudiere in very good vintage condition. Gold structured box exterior trimmed with clear swarovski crystals and an attached gold chain shou...
Judith Leiber Gilt Metal and Crystal Evening Clutch, Prototype Signed
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Gilt Metal and Crystal Evening Clutch, Prototype Signed. A prototype, the upper portion fitted with crystals to create a grayscale ombre effect. Width 7.5 in. Conditio...
Early Judith Leiber Pave Owl Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Early and unusual Judith Leiber Pave Shoulder Bag in silver kid leather with applied 3-D bombe, pave owl heads. Unusual design with charming figural accents. 1960's USA. 7" x 7" x 2...
Judith Leiber Hand Bag White Karung Convertible Clutch With Semi Precious Jewels
By Judith Leiber
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful Judith Leiber clutch! Totally surrounded by semi-precious stones. Converts from a clutch to a shoulder bag. Gently, gently used. Mirror in bag. Measures 7.25 in x 5 in. x 2...
Fine Judith Lieber Pearl and Crystal Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Pearl and Crystal Clutch A dazzling rectangular evening clutch by Judith Leiber, meticulously crafted with overlapping lappets of multi-colored faux pearls and crysta...
Judith Leiber Iridescent Swarovski Crystal Gold Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
SPECTACULAR Judith Leiber Iridescent Swarovski Crystal Gold Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch in excellent condition. Aurora Borealis or Iridescent Swarovski crystal exterior trimmed wit...
Judith Leiber Snakeskin and Rose Quartz Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Snakeskin and Rose Quartz Bag with pastes. Judith Leiber often went to vintage markets to buy antique frames and remount them. This one dates from the 1930's and is set...
Silver & Gold-Tone Judith Leiber Crystal-Embellished Mini Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Silver and gold-tone crystal-embellished hard shell mini clutch by Judith Leiber. Metallic gold leather interior. Optional chain-link crossbody strap. Front closure. 1.5" width...
Judith Leiber Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber jewelled evening bag rare pear shape with Black onyx Gemstone Clasp and Chain. Exquisite crystal detailed pattern. Original bag in mint condition. Accessories consisti...
Onyx, Steel
Vintage Judith Leiber Bedazzled Compact Mirror
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Judith Leiber Bedazzled Compact Mirror is a luxurious, iconic piece of accessory history that combines high-end craftsmanship with the glitz and glamour of rhinestones and ...
Judith Leiber Vintage Crystal Adorned Satin Clutch Bag With Gold Comb
By Judith Leiber
Located in London, GB
Judith Leiber Vintage Crystal Adorned Satin Clutch Bag With Gold Comb Black clutch bag crafted in textured satin with black crystal trim adornment. Detailed with crystal encrusted ...
Silver & Gold Judith Leiber Crystal-Embellished Hard Shell Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Silver & Gold Judith Leiber Crystal-Embellished Hard Shell Clutch. This clutch features a hard shell body, metallic gold leather interior, optional chain-link strap, and a top clasp ...
Judith Leiber Couture Crystal-Embellished Minaudière Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your evening look with the Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Clutch, dazzlingly encrusted in hematite colored crystals for a striking statement. This compact hard-sh...
GUCCI TOM FORD small beaded bag S/S 2000
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
GUCCI TOM FORD collection S/S 2000 Small bag embroidered with camouflage-effect beads in blue and beige. It closes with a flap and magnetic button. Gold-tone metal rectangular link ...
Judith Leiber Resting Crane Bird Diamante Gold Trinket Pill Box
By Judith Leiber
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Hard to Find Gold tone Judith Leiber Trinket Box fashioned after a Japanese 'Koro' or incense holder in the form of a Resting Crane; highlighted with sparkling CZ crystals ...
Roberto Cavalli Vintage 90s Signed Leopard Animal Print Silk Halter Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Roberto Cavalli vintage 90s signed leopard print silk halter dress. A beautiful bias-cut piece with embellished straps. Made in Italy, size Italian 42. It can be easily tailored to f...
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a very special center diamond Gia Certified as Natural 4.00 Ca...
Blue Diamond
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
$975Sale Price|23% Off
H 4.25 in D 1.25 in L 7 in
Opulent Amethyst Semi precious Sliced Inlay Gilt Trim Minaudiere' Clutch 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Opulent amethyst sliced inlay clutch is framed with a textured gilt metal clasp frame Carried with a string of purple color resin beads that is detachable By detaching the purple res...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2004 Metallic Gold Lizard Bag with Jeweled Serpent
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exceptional and highly collectible evening bag from Tom Ford’s celebrated Spring/Summer 2004 collection for Gucci. Featured in the runway presentation and advertising campaign, th...
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
$56,846
H 9.45 in W 2.72 in L 8.55 in
Exceptional Hermès Handbag Purse Clutch Black Porosus Crocodile Gold Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptionally Rare Authentic Hermès Purse Absolutely divine, a jewel The entire bag is rigid (leather and hardware), so chic ! Made in France Stamp R (no circle nor square - the...
New Tom Ford Fall 2013 Embroidered Fur Over-the-Knee Boots Italian 39
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
A striking and highly collectible pair from the iconic Fall/Winter 2013 collection by Tom Ford, these over-the-knee boots embody the designer’s signature fusion of sensuality and cra...
$32,100
H 2.17 in D 0.69 in L 1.38 in
Chanel 2023 Casino Minaudière Clutch with Rainbow Crystals & Gold
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag by Chanel is a highly sought-after and exclusive piece from the 2023 Cruise collection. - Circa 2023 - From the Chanel 2023 Cruise collectio...
New Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2004 Limited Edition Black Crocodile Enamel Snake Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Limited Edition Black Crocodile Bag S/S 2004 Collection Crafted from crocodile skin, Bronze tone metal frame, Enamel clam closure finished with a large bronze ...
Gold jersey draped and wrapped bustier evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Gold jersey draped and wrapped bustier evening dress . Black cotton boned bustier with hook&eye closure on the middle back and gros-grain piping. Invisible zip closure on the middle ...
Christian Dior French Glass Enamel Compact and Lipstick
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Striking Christian Dior French Glass Enamel Compact and Lipstick from the 1960's likely by Camille Faure of Limoges, France. The house of Dior has collaborated with French artisans f...
Hermes Birkin 30cm Bleu Izmir Croc w/Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Hermès Birkin 30cm in Bleu Izmir Crocodile with palladium hardware is a striking expression of exotic craftsmanship, pairing one of Hermès’ most coveted blue tones with the extra...
Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Spencer Bear Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Teddy Bear Minaudiere in very good condition. Signature judith leiber minaudiere in timeless teddy bear shape. Bear's body features clear crystals ove...
When it comes to handbags, no designer can compete with Judith Leiber’s ability to create magic using opulent crystals and wildly imaginative and playful shapes. The Hungarian-born designer's lauded vintage minaudières (small, decorative handbags, often without handles or a strap) were made in the form of crystal-covered swans, cupcakes, lipstick, wads of cash, teddy bears and other delightful objects.
These dazzling objets d’art have been regularly seen in the hands of First Ladies, movie stars on the red carpet and even in the prestigious collections of institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art. And like many pathbreaking inventions in the history of design, Leiber's purses and minaudières were the result of a happy accident.
In 1967, Leiber began working on her first metal handbag. The piece in question was named the Chatelaine, and the design was a graceful drop-shaped purse in gold-tinted metal. But when the samples came in, Leiber saw that the bottom of the bag looked greenish and discolored as a result of the plating process. She had the ingenious idea of applying crystal rhinestones to the base to cover up the flaws. The fabulous bag was a huge success and would become her trademark.
Born Judith Peto in Budapest, Leiber overcame many hardships before her breakthrough. At the start of World War II, she was working at the Pessl handbag company in Budapest where she quickly climbed the ranks to become a master craftswoman. When the war escalated, she and her Jewish family were forced by the Nazis to live in a cellar of a ghetto, and several of her relatives were killed in concentration camps.
“I designed handbags in my head to get through the misery,” Leiber said.
After the liberation of Budapest, she married Gerson “Gus” Leiber, an American GI, and moved to New York. In 1948, she began working for the fashion house Nettie Rosenstein. One of Leiber's first major pieces was the handbag embroidered with glittering rhinestones and pearls carried by Mamie Eisenhower at the 1953 inaugural ball. In 1963, she finally set up her own company.
Leiber’s whimsical designs embellished with Swarovski crystals and semiprecious stones defied traditional notions of luxury handbags. She also created striking clutches and bags with leather and fine textiles from around the world. In her 65-year career, she designed over 3,500 bags, which have been worn by First Ladies including Nancy Reagan and Laura Bush, pop icons like Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez and celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner (who collects Judith Leiber bags).
In 2005, the Leiber Collection Museum opened in East Hampton, New York, as a permanent space to showcase her work. The minaudières remain coveted objects that are celebrated worldwide for their eclectic beauty and glamorous charm.
The value of a good handbag cannot be overstated — find vintage Judith Leiber shoulder bags, crossbody bags, sunglasses and other fashion accessories today on 1stDibs.
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.