Christian dior Harlequin 'Boston Bowling' bag 2004 Golf Collection
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Harlequin coated leather 'Boston Bowling' bag with beige leather.
rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 2004 Rasta Trotter mini saddle belt bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 2004 Rasta Trotter brown canvas monogram mini saddle belt bag Reference: TGAS/F00962 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Model: Rasta Trotter Collec...
NEW Christian Dior “ Gambler Dice ” Mini Bowling Bag Runway & Campaign F/W 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Baar, CH
From John Galliano’s Fall/Winter 2004 Dior collection, this rare Gambler Dice Mini Bowling Bag was featured on the runway and in the season’s advertising campaign.
Dior Vintage Surf Chick Shoulder Bag Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Print
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
There may be light creases on the leather, and stains on the inside and outside. DETAILS Christian Dior Shoulder Bag From 2004 Collection by John Galliano Blue and White Floral P...
Dior Coated Canvas Argyle Print Bowler Top Handle Bag (2004)
By Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This Dior top handle bag is from the spring/summer 2004 collection by John Galliano.
Dior Monogram Oblique Beige Rasta Tote Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This Dior tote bag from the 2004 Rasta Collection by John Galliano is influenced by Jamaican culture.
Christian Dior "Gambler Dice" Bag, 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Small bag in glossy panther style colt, red velvet and black patent leather.
Christian Dior Vintage 2004 Rasta Messenger Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 saddle messenger bag.
Dior 2004 Rasta Print Monogram Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a Dior 2004 Rasta Print Monogram Saddle Bag This bag is a collectors item featuring a brown monogram ‘Dior’ canvas and leather with silver hardware.
Christian Dior "Gambler Dice" Leather Bag, 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Canvas and exotic leather bag with leopard pattern.
Christian Dior 'Gambler' Bag Limited Edition, 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Green shading printed canvas 'Gambler Dice' bag with an animal print and with shiny exotic leather.
Vintage Christian Dior Iconic Leopard Gambler Bag 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior leopard and red velvet Gambler hand bag with giant gold tone & rhinestone "Dior" dice.
2004 Christian Dior Lilac Calfskin Leather Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Lilac Calfskin Leather Saddle Bag Reference: HB2491 Serial Number: 06 RU 0064 Age (Circa): 2004 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet Authent...
2004 Christian Dior Lilac Calfskin Leather Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Lilac Calfskin Leather Saddle Bag Reference: HB2491 Serial Number: 06 RU 0064 Age (Circa): 2004 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet Authent...
Vintage Christian Dior Rasta Bowler Bag 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior by John Galliano "Rasta" collection logo bowler bag with red leather handles.
Christian Dior Fall 2004 Gambler Dice Bowler Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Christian Dior Fall 2004 Gambler Dice Bowler Bag, a stunning creation by John Galliano for Christian Dior that exudes luxury and statement style.
Vintage Christian Dior 2004 Rasta Mini Saddle Waist Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano canvas and leather Mini Saddle Waist Belt Bag featuring all over logo print with red, yellow and green details, adjustable waist belt & metal ...
2004 Christian Dior Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Bag Reference: HB2084 Serial Number: 02RU 1014 Age (Circa): 2004 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in Italy) Gender: Ladies ...
2004 Christian Dior Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Bag Reference: HB2102 Serial Number: 08RU 0054 Age (Circa): 2004 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in Italy) Gender: Ladies ...
2004 Christian Dior Burgundy Smooth Calfskin Hardcore Piercing Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHRISTIAN DIOR Burgundy Smooth Calfskin Leather Hardcore Piercing Saddle Bag Reference: HB2541 Serial Number: O1RU0044 Age (Circa): 2004 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Au...
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H 9.06 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
2004 Christian Dior Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Rasta 2 Crossbody Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Rasta 2 Crossbody Bag This CHRISTIAN DIOR Rasta No.2 Crossbody Bag is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition.
Christian Dior by Galliano 2004 Dice Bowler Multicolor Velvet Mini Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
This beautiful Bag will come with a Certificate of Authenticity provided by Entrupy. The certificate will be provided at no further cost. This vintage bowler style bag is from the 20...
Christian Dior by Galliano 2004 Rasta Saddle Belt Bag size 85
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Ruder Than The Rest presents: Very rare Christian Dior by Galliano 2004 Rasta collection belt bag.
DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO 2004 Vintage Black & Grey Pearl D Trick Bag Runway Style
By Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano for Christian Dior Vintage Runway style SS04 Black patent leather with a grey and silver monogramed background Silver D hardware Charcoal grey opalescent pearl chain B...
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H 7.5 in W 10.5 in D 2.5 in
F/W 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Mink Eel Distressed Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a rare, limited edition saddle bag constructed of eel skin, calf skin, and mink fur designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior's Fall/Winter 2004 collection.
Christian Dior by John Galliano leopard pony hair and red velvet bag, fw 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano, 'Gambler' handbag. Leopard print pony hair, red velvet, gold chain handles, black patent leather base, and four gold Dior stoned dice charms. Fall-...
2000s Christian Dior Navy Monogram Canvas Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Monogram Canvas Saddle Bag This CHRISTIAN DIOR Saddle Bag is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Christian Dior Dust Bag.
CHRISTIAN DIOR LEOPARD PRINT PONY GAMBLER DICE BAG~
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
VEGAS BABY!!! CHRISTIAN DIOR Runway bag from Fall 2004 Collection... ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO GET EVEN IF YOU WERE ON THE LIST~ This GAMBLER Handbag is the ultimate collectors bag in l...
Dior bag 'Saddle Surf' Spring 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR -(Made in Italy) Blue cotton 'Saddle Surf' bag printed with white and with matching leather elements.
Christian Dior 2004 Rasta Print Bowling Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior 2004 iconic Rasta collection bowling bag. Features all over monogram print, double zip closure and interior zipped pocket.
2004 Christian Dior Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Bag Xupes Reference: HB2102 Serial Number: 08RU 0054 Age (Circa): 2004 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in Italy) Gender: La...
Christian Dior Pink Trotter Boston Bag, Circa 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
Inspired by the classic Dior Boston bag but re-imagined with "girly" details by the inventive John Galliano, this pink trotter Boston bag is rare and hard to find. Expertly crafted i...
Christian Dior Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Belt Bag, 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Saddle Belt Bag This CHRISTIAN DIOR Saddle Belt Bag is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition.
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H 6.3 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in
2004 Christian Dior Brown Monogram Canvas Rasta Crossbody Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Monogram Canvas & Yellow Calfskin Leather Rasta Crossbody Double Saddle Bag Reference: HB2101 Serial Number: 08RU 1024 Age (Circa): 2004 Authenticity Details: ...
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H 9.45 in W 10.63 in D 9.06 in
vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR 2004 Trotter Rasta monogram canvas leather bowling bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR 2004 Trotter Rasta monogram canvas leather bowling bag Reference: TGAS/B01459 Brand: Christian Dior Designer: John Galliano Model: Rasta Diorissimo bowler bag...
Christian Dior By Galliano Fw/2004 Rasta Cross Body Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
FALL / WINTER 2004 COLLECTION CHRISTIAN DIOR Arguably one of the most iconic collections by Galliano for Dior.
2004 Christian Dior Pink Monogram Canvas No.1 Girly Flap Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Pink Monogram Canvas No.1 Girly Flap Bag Reference: HB2189 Serial Number: BO B 0044 Age (Circa): 2004 Accompanied By: Authenticity Card, Care Booklet Authenticity De...
CHRISTIAN DIOR c.2004 “Rasta” Brown Diorissimo Saddle Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Thiensville, WI
CHRISTIAN DIOR c. 2004 “Rasta” Brown Diorissimo Saddle Shoulder Bag Brand / Manufacturer: Christian Dior Manufacturer Style Name: Saddle Bag Style: Shoulder Bag Color(s): Shades ...
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 Piercing Hardcore Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Baar, CH
Ultra Rare Dior Hardcore Saddle Bag designed by John Galliano and manufactured for the Spring/ Summer 2004 Collection.
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2004 Hardcore Saddle bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2004 Hardcore Saddle bag.
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H 7.5 in W 11 in D 2.5 in L 16 in
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Hardcore Limited Edition Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a rare, limited edition saddle bag constructed of printed canvas, red calfskin, and silverplated hardware designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior's Spring/...
Christian Dior A/W 2004 Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior A/W 2004 Bag Rasta Collection This piece is from the Autumn Winter 2004 Dior collection designer by John Galliano.
2004 Christian Dior Rasta Bowling Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Sought after Dior 2004 Rasta collection bowling bag. Very intricate design with mix oblique print.
Dior Vintage Pink Trotter Bowler PVC Bag 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This Dior pink Trotter bowler bag features an exterior of Dior monogram Canvas, transparent PVC, leather finishes, dual large looping handles, top zip closure and gold tone hardware....
Dior Vintage Beige Flower Trotter Oblique Monogram Side Bag (2004)
By Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Dior vintage messenger bag designed by Galliano in 2004.
Dior Navy Diorissimo Trotter Logo Charms Flap Messenger Bag (2004)
By Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This bag made with diorissimo trotter navy blue cloth with leather finishes. The bag features a navy flat leather shoulder strap attached by logo charms, a large front flap with logo...
Christian Dior Cognac Pink Python Leather Corset Ballet Bag circa 2004 John
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
This romantic Christian Dior bag that resembles the back of a corset shows cognac python leather, with a cloudy white pleated bottom and pink satin ribbon laced on front. It is adorn...
Dior Vintage Rasta Saddle Bag 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Designed by John Galliano in 2004 this saddle bag has a Jamaican-inspired design for the fall 2004 Rasta collection.
Dior Vintage Navy Oblique Trotter Logo Charms Boston Shoulder Bag (2004)
By Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This vintage Dior Boston style bag is made with navy canvas with Dior’s signature monogram oblique/trotter print. The bag features dual flat leather top handles, top zip closure, lea...
FW 2004 Dior by John Galliano Leopard Print Pony Gambler Dice Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Prague, CZ
An absolute luxury of a bag with leopard-dyed pony skin, red velvet details and golden hardware with famous bedazzled Dior Logo Dices + black patent leather details. As seen on the ...
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H 24.02 in W 11.42 in D 2.76 in
2004 Galliano for DIOR ultra glamorous pink satin and pink fox evening hand bag
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Newark, DE
A John Galliano for Christian DIOR, spring- summer 2004, ultra glamorous, feminine and sophisticated pink silk satin, white pierced leather and pink dyed fox shoulder handbag. Stamp...
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H 8 in W 11 in D 6.25 in
John Galliano for Christian Dior Runway Leopard Velvet Gambler Handbag, Fall 2004
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Cincinnati, OH
John Galliano for Christian Dior, Fall 2004 leopard Gambler bag with gold-tone hardware, velvet and black patent leather trim, dual rolled top handles featuring chain-link accents, ...
Dior Rasta Monogrammed Coated Canvas Messenger Bag, c. 2000's
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dior Rasta Crossbody Messenger Bag -From 2004 -Monogrammed all over -Red lining -Adjustable strap, zipper opening, and one inner zip pocket -Made in Italy Measures (in inches) -to...
Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...
Kathrine Baumann Leopard Design Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite handmade designer, Kathrine Baumann, who is the celebrated handbag maker to the stars, leopard pattern pillow shaped minaudière, evening bag or evening clutch is completely...
Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...
$56,488
H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 5.12 in
Hermès 2011 Barenia Leather Wicker Kelly 35cm Picnic Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Barenia Leather & Wicker Kelly 35cm Picnic Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG068 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 35cm Type: Top Handle Serial Number: [O] Age: 2011 Accompanied By: He...
Judith Leiber Pale Peach with Black Beaded Design Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber pale peach with black beaded design handbag or clutch. Matching change purse included. Handle drop 19".
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Bridal Wedding Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown
By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous EMILIO PUCCI crochet knit maxi dress / gown Perfect for the resort season Sleeveless Off-white crochet-knit cotton Full length Simply slips on Dry clean Only Made in Italy S...
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
Chanel Timeless Classic Flap Medium Rare Patchwork Multicolor Raffia Gold Hardwa
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved authentic Chanel bag is in very good condition. Light rubbing around the corners and flap. Scratches to the hardware. Light stains. DETAILS Ci...
$5,490
H 19 in W 14 in L 8 in
Balenciaga Arena Wheeled Suitcase Rolling Carry-on Luggage Trolley Leather Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Miami, FL
Balenciaga 2013 Rare Limited Edition Periwinkle Blue Jacynthe Wheeled Carry-On Balenciaga Wheeled Carry-On, features soft lambskin and distinctive aged brass hardware. Black perfora...
Chanel Mint Blue Velvet Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel excellent condition blue velvet double flap, blue leather lining and black hardware. Shoulder drop 9”/19”. Comes with hologram, ID card and original dust cover. Collection 2...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
Paco Rabanne Vintage Gold Chain Link Cocktail Dress, Size 4-6
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent condition. Fit size 4-6
New Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Rare Tom Ford Heels. This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 * Adjustable Ankle Stra...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
Christian Dior New Silk Dress S/S 2015
By Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful yellow silk gown dress from Christian Dior. It is sleeveless and has a crew neckline with tucks around it's circumference opening to the hem which has a side slit- chic ...
$12,920
W 17 in D 4 in L 13 in
Chanel Timeless Vintage Cc Tote Towel Rare Piece Black Terry Cloth Beach Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Beach Bag CC Tote Towel Rare Piece 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} White terry "CC" lettering stitched on one side Black leather lined interior Interior zippered and open poc...
When Christian Dior launched his couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.
Dior was born in Granville, on the Normandy coast, in 1905. His prosperous haute bourgeois parents wanted him to become a diplomat despite his interest in art and architecture. However, they agreed to bankroll an art gallery, which Dior opened in 1928 in Paris with a friend.
This was the start of Dior’s rise in the city’s creative milieu, where he befriended Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. After seven years as an art dealer, Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.
Just two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning, comme tout Paris, for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. They needed to dream anew.
And Dior delivered: He designed a collection for a bright, optimistic future. “It’s quite a revolution, dear Christian!” exclaimed Carmel Snow, the prescient American editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, famously proclaiming, “Your dresses have such a new look.” The press ran with the description, christening Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection the New Look. “God help those who bought before they saw Dior,” said Snow. “This changes everything.”
Dior’s collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in. His skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Rather than rationing, his ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred. The debut got a standing ovation.
In the subsequent decade, Paris ruled as the undisputed fashion capital of the world, and Christian Dior reigned as its king. With the luxuriously full skirts of his New Look, suits and his drop-dead gorgeous couture dresses and ball gowns worthy of any princess, Dior gave women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of war.
On 1stDibs, find an exquisite range of vintage Christian Dior clothing, jewelry, handbags and other items.
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.