PRADA metallic silver Saffiano leather TURNLOCK Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
The design features a structured flap front with a turnlock closure and a discreet triangle logo plaque on the back, combining signature Prada codes with a refined minimalist aesthet...
$288Sale Price|20% Off
MIU MIU 2009 silk wool blend abstract jacquard turnlock dress IT36 XXS
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU 2009 yellow purple silk wool blend abstract jacquard turnlock dress IT36 XXS Reference: TGAS/F00183 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: 2009 Material: Silk, Wo...
MIU MIU Cervo beige textured leather gold logo turnlock satchel bag
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU Cervo beige textured leather gold logo turnlock satchel bag Reference: CNPG/A00043 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Cervo Material: Leather Color: Beige, Gold Pa...
MIU MIU Cervo beige textured leather gold logo turnlock satchel bag
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU Cervo beige textured leather gold logo turnlock satchel bag Reference: CNPG/A00043 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Cervo Material: Leather Color: Beige, Gold Pa...
Prada Turnlock Crossbody Bag City Calf Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Crossbody Bag City Calf Small, crafted in gray and brown calf leather, features an adjustable leather crossbody strap, pocket under flap, Prada logo at the back a...
Prada Turnlock Crossbody Bag City Calf Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Crossbody Bag City Calf Small, crafted in gray and brown calf leather, features an adjustable leather crossbody strap, pocket under flap, Prada logo at the back a...
Prada Turnlock Flap Chain Bag Leather Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Flap Chain Bag Leather Small, crafted in gold leather, features a chain-link with leather handle and silver-tone hardware.
Prada Turnlock Shoulder Bag Printed Saffiano Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 9.5", Height 6.5", Width 8", Depth 4" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Shoulder Bag Printed Saffiano Small Item Number: 40923/1
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium, crafted in nude saffiano leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and silver-tone hardware.
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium, crafted in red saffiano leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and silver-tone hardware.
Prada Turnlock Accordion Frame Bag Box Calf Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Accordion Frame Bag Box Calf Mini, crafted from black and pink box calf leather, features dual leather handles, accordion sides and gold-tone hardware.
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium is perfect to carry around everyday .
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium is perfect to carry around everyday .
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Small is perfect to carry around from day to night.
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium stylish bag is perfect to carry around from day to night.
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Mini stylish bag is perfect to carry around from day to night.
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Small is perfect to carry around from day to night.
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Mini, crafted from blue saffiano leather, features dual-rolled leather handles, angular silhouette, inverted triangle Prada logo, ...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium, crafted in red saffiano leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and silver-tone hardware.
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium, crafted in red saffiano leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and silver-tone hardware.
Prada Turnlock Convertible Satchel Saffiano Leather with Glazed Calfskin
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Convertible Satchel Saffiano Leather with Glazed Calfskin Medium, crafted from brown saffiano leather with black glazed calfskin leather, features dual rolled han...
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium stylish bag is perfect to carry around from day to night.
Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Small stylish bag is perfect to carry around from day to night.
Prada Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 6-8", Height 6.5", Width 10.5", Depth 2" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium Item Number: 40572/90
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Vernice Saffiano Leather Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Vernice Saffiano Leather Mini, crafted in black vernice saffiano leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and silver-t...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Vernice Saffiano Leather Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Vernice Saffiano Leather Mini, crafted in red vernice saffiano leather, features dual rolled leather handles, protective base studs, and silver-ton...
Prada Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium is the perfect bag to pair for your day or night looks.
Prada Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium is the perfect bag to pair for your day or night looks.
Prada Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leather Medium is a stylish bag perfect to carry around from day to night.
Prada Turnlock Flap Crossbody Bag Leather
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 8", Width 7", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 18-22" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Flap Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior ...
Prada Turnlock Flap Crossbody Bag Leather
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 8", Width 6.5", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 16-22" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Flap Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather E...
Prada Turnlock Shoulder Bag Nappa Gaufre Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7", Width 12.5", Depth 2.5" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Shoulder Bag Nappa Gaufre Medium Exterior Material: Leath...
Prada Turnlock Flap Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 8", Width 11", Depth 5" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Flap Tote Saffiano Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leath...
Prada Turnlock Flap Chain Bag Leather Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 10", Depth 2", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Flap Chain Bag Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather E...
Prada Turnlock Convertible Shoulder Bag Saffiano Leather
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 7", Width 8", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 8.5" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Convertible Shoulder Bag Saffiano Leather Exterior Material...
Prada Turnlock Convertible Shoulder Bag City Calf Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 7", Width 8", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Convertible Shoulder Bag City Calf Small Exterior ...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Poignet Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10.5", Width 15", Depth 7" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium Exterior M...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Poignet, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7", Width 10", Depth 5", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano ...
Prada Turnlock Flap Tote Saffiano Leather East West
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 6", Width 12.5", Depth 3" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Flap Tote Saffiano Leather East West Exterior Material: Leather E...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Poignet Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10", Width 15", Depth 7" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium Exterior Materi...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Poignet Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10", Width 15", Depth 7.5" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium Exterior Ma...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Poignet, Luggage Tag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7", Width 10", Depth 5", Strap Drop 18-21" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tot...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Poignet Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10", Width 15", Depth 7" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium Exterior Mater...
Prada Turnlock Convertible Shoulder Bag Printed Saffiano Small
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Height 7", Width 7.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 9" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Convertible Shoulder Bag Printed Saffiano Small Exterior Material...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Poignet Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10", Width 15", Depth 6" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium Exterior Mate...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Poignet, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10", Width 15", Depth 7.5" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Saffiano Leather Medium ...
Prada Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7-9", Height 6.5", Width 10.5", Depth 2" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Flap Shoulder Bag Studded Saffiano Leather Medium Exter...
Prada Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 10", Width 13.5", Depth 6", Strap Drop 22-26" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leathe...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Tote Vernice Saffiano Leather Mini
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Luggage Tag, Poignet, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7.5", Width 10.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin ...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Convertible Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Poignet, Dust Bag, Luggage Tag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 9", Width 13", Depth 7", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Co...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Convertible Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 9", Width 13", Depth 6.5", Strap Drop 18.5-20.5" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Convertible Tot...
Prada Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 9.5", Width 13.5", Depth 6", Strap Drop 21-23" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leather M...
Prada Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10", Width 13", Depth 6", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Double Zip Tote Studded Saffiano Leather Me...
Prada Turnlock Cuir Twin Convertible Tote Saffiano Leather Medium
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Poignet, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 9", Width 13", Depth 6.5", Strap Drop 18-20" Designer: Prada Model: Turnlock Cuir Twin Convertible Tote Saffia...
Prada Red Leather Studded Turnlock Clutch
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Outshine others with this swanky clutch from the house of Prada. Modern and stylish, it is made from impressive red leather, detailed with silver-tone studs, and a turn-lock closure....
Prada Logo Turnlock Envelope Shoulder Bag Leather
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 6", Width 8.5", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 20.5" Designer: Prada Model: Logo Turnlock Envelope Shoulder Bag Leather Exterior Material: Le...
Prada Red Saffiano Turnlock Chain Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Step out in style by adorning this shoulder bag from Prada. It has been crafted from quality leather and flaunts two turn-locks on the front flap. The bag features a well-sized leath...
Prada Model: Logo Turnlock Envelope Shoulder Bag Leather
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 6", Width 8.5", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 20.5" Designer: Prada Model: Logo Turnlock Envelope Shoulder Bag Leather Exterior Material: Le...
Prada Convertible Turnlock Flap Promenade Handbag Saffiano Leather
By Prada
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Prada Convertible Turnlock Flap Promenade Handbag Saffiano Leather Medium is elegant in its simplicity and structure.
$2,250Sale Price|40% Off
New Gucci Nouveau Python Fringe Bamboo Runway Clutch Bag in Red $3750
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags $3750 A Rare Find New Hand Stitched Stunning Red Python Bamboo Python Accent Leather Lining & Dual Zippered Interior Pockets Magnetic Closure at Front I...
Prada Sport (Linea Rossa) Utility Shoulder Bag — S/S 2004
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
An archival Prada Sport (Linea Rossa) utility shoulder bag from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, embodying the brand’s early 2000s focus on functionality, modular design, and sport...
$2,159Sale Price|20% Off
New W Box Gucci Malika Large Python Clutch Bag in Bronze Pewter Spring 2011
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags & Box A Rare Find New Spring 2011 Runway $3950 Bronze Metallic Pewter Full 100% Python Throughout the Bag Braided Double Straps Wrap Around and Connect ...
Vintage Miu Miu S/S 1999 Burgundy & Cream Mesh Shoulder Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in London, GB
Vintage Miu Miu S/S 1999 burgundy and cream mesh shoulder bag. Features a burgundy sheer mesh body fabric, leather handle and top zip closure . In excellent vintage condition. Br...
Chanel Black Cashmere Cocoon Coat Triangle Button Pockets Button Thru Cuffs 1988
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 1988 black cashmere cocoon coat with unique triangle button hip front pockets. Cocoon shape coat has long notched lapels, the coat closes at the front with a single logo butto...
Unavailable|$1,098
Size: 38 / US 2
Gucci Tom Ford Fall 2001 Size 38 / 2 Runway Black Silk Strapless Post - It Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage Gucci, by Tom Ford Fall 2001 black silk strapless post-it Runaway dress ! Fashioned after post-it notes. Built in bodice holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the ...
Emilio Pucci One shoulder dress size 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Viscose (83%) and silk Azure color Fancy print Shoulder/hem length cm 92 (3622 inches)
Printed and draped jersey sleeveless dress Just Cavalli
By Just Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed and draped jersey sleeveless dress. The fabric composition tag has been cut but it's probably rayon jersey. Cut-work. SIZE 40 (It) 36 (Fr) 6 (US) S
Prada White Floral Shopper Calfskin Leather Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Prada White Floral Shopper soft calfskin leather Tote bag featuring floral leather detailing on the front and back, leather lining, Silver-tone hardware, Top handles. Circa 1999. 100...
Pink tulle and sequin cocktail mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink tulle and sequin cocktail dress. SIZE 38/ M
Vintage Louis Vuitton 'Sac Sport' monogram Boston bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Vintage Louis Vuitton 'Sac Sport' monogram Boston bag, executed in coated monogram canvas with leather trim, of dome form with a zippered compartment resting on top of a lower zipper...
HERMES Marron Fonce SHINY CROC KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Bag in Marron is exquisitely crafted from shiny porosus crocodile leather, showcasing a rich, deep brown hue with a luminous finish. Const...
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Python Skin Jeweled Dragon Bamboo Chain Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Limited Edition Runway Python Dragon Brooch Shoulder Bag F/W 2004 Runway Collection Elegant black python skin shoulder bag with gold-tone bamboo double chain shoul...
PRADA orange CROCODILE FRAME Clutch Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada frame clutch in bright orange shiny crocodile. Crafted in a structured, softly rounded silhouette, this statement piece highlights the luminous high-gloss finish...
Ivory rayon blouse with asymmetrical button placket SEE by CHLOÉ
By See By Chloe
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory rayon blouse with asymmetrical button placket. Button and buttonhole closure on the left side. Bow on the side on the waist. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Miu Miu Vintage Fall/Winter 2000 Virgin Wool Sculptural Runway Top IT42
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptional archival piece from Miu Miu’s Fall/Winter 2000 collection, this sculptural virgin wool top is a documented runway and campaign design, embodying the house’s early-2000...
The House of Savoy coat of arms and knotted rope on Prada’s seal herald that the iconic Italian luxury fashion house was named Official Supplier to the Italian Royal Household in 1919. Started in 1913 by Mario Prada, the brand’s original shop in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II still has the mahogany shelves that displayed its early wares such as travel items and handbags. Today, these fine leather goods are joined by the clothing, wallets and other various accessories that keep the brand on the cutting edge of fashion.
When Mario Prada’s granddaughter, Miuccia Prada (b. 1949), inherited the business from her mother in the late 1970s, Prada was recognized for its quality craftsmanship, yet it was still a modest-sized company. Miuccia, an enthusiast of unconventional Italian filmmakers who’d earned a Ph.D. in political science, introduced the concept of using pocone — a military-grade water-resistant nylon that feels like silk.
Nylon revolutionized the fashion house’s business, with the first Prada nylon backpack released to universal acclaim in 1984. Soon the durable, water-resistant material was incorporated into Prada’s ready-to-wear collections for both men and women. No one had previously considered nylon a part of luxury fashion, and it wasn’t long before the family-owned company best known for its luggage was leading modern style that emphasized function as much as form.
Characterized by clean lines and a refined elegance that signaled the new direction of the legacy brand, Miuccia Prada debuted her first ready-to-wear collection for women in Fall/Winter 1988. More inventive fashion would follow in the ensuing years, such as the 1993 launch of the more affordable, more playful Miu Miu line, which was aimed at a younger audience, and the introduction of Prada Sport in 1997 — a collection now widely seen as prescient for its embrace of athleisure.
Prada has regularly gone against the grain to elevate styles that have long been out of fashion. In 1996, there were dresses and skirts in clashing patterns and muted earth tones that seemed flat and outdated, all worn with chunky high wedge sandals. Fanny packs followed three years later, and elaborate lace in 2008. Each season continues to bring new eye-catching innovations for the historic brand, including enhanced attention to sustainability with Prada Re-Nylon, a new line of bags created from recycled ocean plastic.
Today, find a wide variety of vintage Prada evening dresses, bags and other items 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.