Les Must de Cartier Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier maroon leather with zip around and gold-tone hardware suitcase. Rare "Le Must de Cartier" leather su...
CARTIER Paris Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier Paris maroon leather with zip around and gold-tone hardware suitcase. Rare "Le Must de Cartier" leat...
Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag
By Cartier
Located in Sundbyberg, SE
Burgundy leather Cartier Les Must De crossbody bag with – Gold-tone hardware – Single adjustable flat shoulder strap – Single flap pocket under flap – Tonal leather lining, dual poc...
Les Must de Cartier Bordeaux Suede Boston Weekender Duffle Bag, circa 1975
By Cartier
Located in McKinney, TX
"Starting in 1974, Les Must invested in a new area, that of leather goods. The choice of color was both unexpected and clever. By adopting a slightly raspberry tinted bordeaux, Les M...
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H 14.18 in W 11.82 in D 7.49 in
A 1990s Elegant Bordeaux Leather and Brass Top Handle Bag by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
1990s Cartier Elegant Burgundy Leather and Gold-Tone Brass Top Handle Bag Embrace timeless sophistication with this exquisite 1990s Les Must de Cartier top handle bag, a quintessenti...
Vintage Leather Suitcase "La Bagagerie Paris" Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By La Bagagerie
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "La Bagagerie Paris" burgundy bordeaux luggage. Maroon leather travel bag with zip around and gold-tone hardware suitcase. Rare French brand "La Bagagerie Pa...
Les must de Cartier bordeaux calfskin shoulder bag
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Les must de Cartier bordeaux calfskin leather shoulder bag has adjustable shoulder straps and measures 20" in height when in used. This Cartier shoulder bag is designed with two ...
Cartier Les Must de Cartier Bordeaux Suede Leather Boston Hand Bag
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This beautiful Les Must de Cartier boston bag in Cartier Bordeaux suede leather is a rare sight. Top handles are in leather, main area is secured with zipper. Inside has matching tex...
Rare Les Must de Cartier Red Silk GemStone Design Clutch Bag
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Rare 1980's Cartier Les Must de eye catching clutch bag, a grab if you see it, one of a kind bag by Cartier! This lovely structured hexagon shape evening bag has a fold over closure ...
Rare Vintage Les Must De Cartier Suede Leather Boston Travel Handbag
By Cartier
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Extremely rare Vintage Les Must De Cartier Suede Leather Boston Travel Handbag, circa 1975.
Les Must de Cartier Red Silk Jewel Necklace Design Gold Chain Clutch bag
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
When Louis-François Cartier inherited the Parisian jewelry shop where he had been working in 1847, he could never have dreamed of what the house of Cartier that he established would ...
Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Must de Cartier shoulder bag in Burgundy genuine leather. Cartier logo patch under the flap. Gold metal hardware. 2 main compartments inside. Burgundy leather lining . Adjust...
Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Must de Cartier shoulder bag in Burgundy genuine leather. Cartier logo patch under the flap. Gold metal hardware. 2 main compartments inside. Burgundy leather lining . Adjust...
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H 8.5 in D 9 in L 13 in
Le Must De Cartier Train Case Travel Bag with Dust Bag + Box Vintage 70s Luggage
By Cartier
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This iconic train case or hard-side travel bag from Cartier is from 1975. Made from suede leather, it features leather trim with gold metal accents and fastens with two CC latches an...
Cartier Burgundy Leather Les Must de Cartier Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions Here we have a fashion meets functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well sized interior that c...
Cartier Burgundy Leather Le Must De Cartier Top Handle Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...
Vintage Cartier kelly style wine leather handbag. les must de Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Vintage Cartier kelly style wine leather handbag with gold-tone closure. les must de cartier collection. Introducing a vintage wine leather handbag from Cartier, les must de Cart...
Cartier Les Must de Cartier Burgundy Suede Leather Boston Hand Bag
By Cartier
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Les Must de Cartier boston bag in red wine suede leather. Main area is secured with zipper. Inside has matching textile lining and zipper pocket. It would make a great presence where...
Vintage Cartier classic brown leather handbag with logo. les must de Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Cartier classic brown leather handbag with logo mark. les must de Cartier collection. Introducing a vintage brown leather handbag from Cartier, les must de Cartier...
1980 Cartier Jewelry Travel Box in Burgundy Leather and Suede
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
LES MUST DE CARTIER (Paris) Rare jewelry travel box comprising of burgundy leather and suede on the outside and velvet interior in the same color. The interior is constructed with ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
$4,550
H 8.3 in D 6.7 in L 11.8 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Denim Patchwork Bandoulière Speedy Damier 30, 2019
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Denim Patchwork Bandoulière Speedy Damier 30, 2019. The iconic speedy was first introduced in the 1930's and was designed as an alternative for the larg...
NAPIER signed vintage gold tone chain drop pearl designer necklace
By Napier
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone with faux pearl • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 62 ...
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...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
By Narciso Rodriguez
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...
1960s Helga Vintage Cocktail Dress
By Helga
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...
Iconic 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Dallas, TX
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top An iconic collector’s piece from the early '90s, this Dolce & Gabbana bustier is a standout example of the brand’s bold, embe...
Mid Century Chalk Stripe Taffeta Set
Located in New York, NY
Versatile Mid Century Chalk Stripe Taffeta Set from the 1950's. 2 piece shirt/skirt ensemble that looks like one piece when worn but work well also as separates. Crisp Rayon/silk taf...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 40
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size 40 * Tom Ford Era! This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 * Stunning Red & Da...
$4,421Sale Price|44% Off
2008 Gucci unique limited edition crocodile leather hysteria lilla bag
By Gucci
Located in Capri, IT
2008 Gucci unique limited edition crocodile leather hysteria lilla bag unique and made in limited edition just for bergdorf goodman gold tone hardware and logo
Shockingly New Tom Ford for Gucci 2002 Jacket With Tags Size 40
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
New with Tags Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 2002 Runway Jacket Jacket that opened the runway show Size 40 Bust: 34.25" Waist: 40" Shoulder: 14" Length: 22" Sleeve: 26.25" Gender: Women...
Paco Rabanne Paris Black Leather Shoulder Bag 1980s
By Paco Rabanne
Located in University City, MO
Paco Rabanne Paris Black leather shoulder bag c 1980s The classic saddle style shoulder bag is covered in supple black leather. Designed with twin leather shoulder straps The fron...
Caramel brown silk chiffon pleated bustier dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Caramel brown silk chiffon pleated bustier dress. Boned tulle bustier inside the dress with zip and hook&eye closure on the left side and gros-grain piping. Snap closure on the top ...
Black knit sleeveless dress with black sequin ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black knit sleeveless dress with black sequin. Knit composition: 88% wool, 10% nylon, 2% stretch. SIZE M
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories 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.