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Vintage Dark Brown Croco Leather Handle Bag
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exquisite rare vintage handbag made of quality crocodile leather with gold hardware. It's in
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Early 20th Century Top Handle Bags

Vintage Dark Brown Croco Leather Handle Bag
Vintage Dark Brown Croco Leather Handle Bag
W 11.82 in D 4.34 in L 8.67 in
Rare Vintage Versace Handbag in Leather
By Gianni Versace
Located in Milano, IT
Eccentric leather handbag designed by the great Gianni Versace in the 1970s. The bag is a handbag
Category

1970s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Fendi Vintage Rare Dark Brown Nappa Leather Handbag Satchel
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare vintage Fendi handbag from the early 60s. Crafted in soft and and smooth nappa leather in dark
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1960s Italian Top Handle Bags

CHANEL Authentic RARE CC Logo VINTAGE 1980s Black Satin Handbag Purse ITALY
By Chanel
Located in Asheville, NC
CHANEL, Half Moon Crescent Mini Evening Bag Purse, Authentic Vintage Mid 1980's, Six Digit Serial
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1980s Clutches

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
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1970s American Novelty Bags

Gucci Vintage Brown Leather Gg Flip Lock Handbag (Circa 1955) Rare
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, Quebec
made with brown leather and features a front flap with vintage gg flip lock closure, dark brown leather
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Rare Handbag Clutch Exotic Tote & Metallic Bronze Hobo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Metallic Bronze Python Shoulder Bag Brown & Metallic Python Interlocking CC Logo Silver-Tone Hardware Chain-Link Handle Satin Lining & Three Interior Pockets Turn-Lock Closur...
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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

GUCCI Authentic RARE Leather GG Logo VINTAGE 1970s Handbag Purse Crossbody ITALY
By Gucci
Located in Asheville, NC
Gucci, Authentic Vintage 1970's, Iconic GG Logo, Heavy Goldtone Hardware, Leather, Marked BREV. N
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1970s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Vintage Rare Handbag Clutch Exotic Tote & Metallic Bronze Hobo Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Metallic Bronze Python Shoulder Bag Brown & Metallic Python Interlocking CC Logo Silver-Tone Hardware Chain-Link Handle Satin Lining & Three Interior Pockets Turn-Lock Closur...
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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

HERMÈS RARE Vintage Kelly Monaco 30cm Handbag In Brown Box Calfskin Circa 1960
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
one patch pocket, interior is in brown leather. This rare vintage Monaco bag is in original condition
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1960s French Top Handle Bags

Vintage GUCCI Handbag in Alligator
By Gucci
Located in Paris, FR
Rare! Gucci handbag in black alligator skin. Gold hardware. Vintage. This bag has the perfect size
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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

Vintage GUCCI Handbag in Alligator
Vintage GUCCI Handbag in Alligator
H 6.7 in D 1.19 in L 9.06 in
Chanel Rare 90s Vintage Natural Rattan Raffia Rare Black Leather Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 90s Vintage Natural Rattan Raffia Rare Black Leather Backpack Chanel's black leather
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Whimsical Very Rare Wicker Monkey Handbag Designed by Marcus Brothers c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Extremely rare whimsical wicker three dimensional monkey handbag c 1960 The charming midcentury
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1960s Hong Kong Novelty Bags

Gucci Vintage Black Leather Stirrup Hobo Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Milano, IT
Rare black leather bag designed by Gucci in the 1980s, fine Italian craftsmanship. ORIGINAL LABEL
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1980s Italian Hobo Bags

Pretty Vintage Handbag made of old obi belts
Located in London, GB
A pretty and easy to use vintage handbag, made of rare old obi belts. The bag is in a pink, silver
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1980s Japanese Top Handle Bags

RARE VINTAGE Chanel Wicker Basket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE VINTAGE Chanel Wicker Basket Bag in very good condition. Natural tan wicker basket body with
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1990s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1990s Vintage Rare Rucksack Gold Lambskin Leather Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Circa 1991-1994. Vintage Chanel quilted leather backpack features gold tone hardware, dual leather
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Super Rare 1997 Chanel Green/Red/White Overall Floral Print Canvas Handbag
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Super rare vintage 1997 Chanel floral print canvas handbag in excellent to mint condition
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1980s Italian Top Handle Bags

Rare & Exceptional Hermès Birkin 35 handbag in Ebony Brown Barenia leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare & Stunning Hermes Birkin 35 handbag in Ebony Brown Barenia leather , gold plated metal trim
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage c1960s Gucci navy leather handbag, Shoulder bag
By Gucci
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare vintage c1960s Gucci navy leather handbag. It is a shoulder or Crossbody style bag, small
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Mid-20th Century Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2003 Vintage Sport Rare White and Grey Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage White Nylon Sport Backpack Rare Unisex 2003 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Adjustable shoulder
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Early 2000s Italian Backpacks

Vintage Chanel CC Rare Vintage Caviar Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage Chanel CC Rare Caviar Leather Shoulder. Chanel CC Rare Caviar Leather Shoulder. Winderful
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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Top Handle Bag Vintage RARE
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel Top Handle Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Top Handle Bag - Color: Pink/ Peach - Year: 1994-1996 - Serial number: 32...
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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Top Handle Bag Vintage RARE
Chanel Top Handle Bag Vintage RARE
H 5.71 in W 2.76 in L 10.24 in
Rare & Collector Hermes Birkin 40cm handbag in Red Vache Ardennes leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Hermès Birkin Handbag 40 in Red Vache Ardennes leather, gold plated metal hardware
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Chanel 2007 Vintage Iridescent Strass Graffiti Rare Minaudière Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Iridescent Chanel white blue purple glittered strass clutch with graffiti detail 2007 {VINTAGE 17
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Chanel CC Logo Letter Rare Vintage Black Silk Satin Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite rare small Chanel black satin silver logo CC letter clutch.  This evening clutch is made
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Chanel 1994 Vintage Rare Tweed Quilted Lambskin Duma CC Logo Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Vintage Rare Tweed Quilted Lambskin Duma CC Logo Backpack 1994 {VINTAGE 29 Years} Gold
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1990s French Backpacks

Louis Vuitton Rare Vintage Monogram Lena Portfolio Clutch Porte Documents
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Marks Exterior Leather
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20th Century Clutches

Chanel 1994 Backpack Ultra Rare Duma Vintage Red Lambskin Leather Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Ultra rare Chanel red vintage quilted lambskin backpack with interwoven chain straps 1994 {VINTAGE
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1990s French Backpacks

Gucci Italy Rare Midnight Blue Suede Amber Resin Lucite Handle Handbag c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italy Extremely rare midnight blue doeskin suede amber lucite resin handle handbag c 1970s
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1970s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel Jumbo Two Tone Leather & Canvas Vintage 1993 Rucksack Backpack Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Jumbo Two Tone Leather & Canvas Vintage 1993 Rucksack Backpack Rare Year: 1993 {Vintage 29
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Amazing & Rare Hermès Birkin 35 handbag in Blue indigo box calfskin leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional & Very Rare Hermes Birkin 35 handbag in blue indigo box calfskin, gold plated metal
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Vintage Rare Chanel Woven Straw Lambskin Beige Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The ultimate in handbag making luxury craftsmanship. The Iconic House of Chanel always provides us
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1990s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Vintage Rare Mini Mesh Sport Gym Black Microfiber Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
{VINTAGE 19 Years} Silver hardware Magnetic closure Rubber Chanel stamped logo Interior drawstring closure
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Early 2000s Italian Backpacks

Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Chanel Vintage 90's Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Tote 1997 {VINTAGE 25
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1990s Italian Clutches

Louis Vuitton Rare Vintage Monogram Lena Portfolio Clutch Porte Documents 1013lv
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Marks Exterior Leather
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel 2004 Rare Vintage Bible Book CC Limited Edition Minaudière Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2004 Rare Vintage Bible Book CC Limited Edition Minaudière Clutch Bag Year: Fall 2004
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Vintage Black and Gold Clutch Bag made from rare Saga Nishiki Brocade
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage cutch bag in black and gold, made from rare Saga Nishiki brocade The bag has
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1980s Japanese Clutches

Chanel 1996 Vintage Rare Medium Classic Flap Navy Blue Velvet Quilted Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1996 Vintage Rare Medium Classic Flap Navy Blue Velvet Quilted Backpack 1996 {VINTAGE 28
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1990s French Backpacks

Chanel Minaudière Evening Mini Vintage 1997 Metallic Rare Cc Charm Gold Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Mini Vintage 1997 Metallic Gold Rare Evening CC Charm Clutch Gold hardware Metallic gold
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1990s Italian Clutches

Chanel Rare 1994 Vintage Purple Suede Quilted Gold CC Tassel Minaudière Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Vintage Purple Lilac Suede Quilted Leather Gold CC Tassel Minaudière Clutch Circa 1991
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1990s Italian Clutches

Rare Vintage 1990s Beige Lambskin Quilted Twin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Super rare vintage twin bag in beige lambskin. Overall in great vintage condition. Missing the
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1990s Top Handle Bags

Chanel Rare 2004 Runway Vintage Mini Trunk Vanity Case Lucite Small Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 2004 Runway Vintage Mini Trunk Vanity Case Lucite Small Minaudière Year: 2004
Category

Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Rare Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm handbag double strap in Red H box calfskin, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare & Amazing Hermes Mini Kelly handbag 20 cm double strap in Red H (burgundy) box calf leather
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Rare Hermès Kelly 28 handbag in beige canvas and navy blue calf leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare Hermes Kelly 28 retourne handbag bi-material in navy blue leather box and beige canvas, gold
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Rare Hermès Kelly 32 sellier handbag double straps in green box calf leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare Hermès Kelly 32 sellier handbag double strap in green box calf leather, 2 removable shoulder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Rare Purple Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Purple Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} White
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1990s French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Rare Vintage Monogram Attache 108lv11
By Louis Vuitton Supreme
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: .5" Height: 11" Handle Drop: 1" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Scuffing ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel 1997 Vintage Rare Letters Nameplate Kelly Top Handle Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chanel canvas black and white flap with name plate chain 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Silver
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1990s French Clutches

Chanel Handbag Clutch Rare Exotic Large 2 In 1 Tote & Metallic Bronze Hobo Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Exotic Python Metallic Bronze Large 2 in 1 Tote & Clutch 2006 {VINTAGE 16 Years
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Early 2000s Italian Hobo Bags

Chanel 1994 Vintage Rare Metallic Gold Quilted Lambskin Duma CC Logo Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Gold quilted lambskin backpack with interwoven chain straps 1994 {VINTAGE 29 Years} Gold
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1990s French Backpacks

Chanel Rare Pink Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Pink Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} Black
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1990s French Tote Bags

Chanel Bag Top Handle Vintage Rare Triple CC Turnlock Convertible Flap Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Year: 1994 {VINTAGE 28 Years} Gold hardware Quilted lambskin leather Three CC turn lock
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1990s French Clutches

Chanel 1991 Vintage Ultra Rare XL Jumbo Red Caviar Duma Travel Backpack Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Extra Large XL Jumbo Rare Vintage Red Caviar Backpack Year: 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Chanel Shopping Vintage 90s Rare Logo Cc Mesh Sport Tote Black Nylon Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 90s Rare Logo CC Mesh Sport Bag Tote Backpack Spring 2004 Mesh drawstring backpack
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Early 2000s French Backpacks

Chanel 1991 Vintage Ultra Rare XL Jumbo Black Caviar Duma Travel Backpack Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Extra Large XL Jumbo Rare Vintage Black Caviar Backpack Year: 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold
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1990s Italian Backpacks

Rare Vintage HELMUT LANG Oversized Black Leather Bag
By Helmut Lang
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare 1990s Vintage Helmut Lang black leather bag from early 2000s. Light minor scratches on sides
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Late 20th Century Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 2005 Vintage Rare Black Nylon Coco Niege Sport Duma Clasic Flap Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2005 Vintage Rare Black Nylon Coco Niege Sport Duma Clasic Flap Backpack Year: 2005-2006
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Early 2000s Italian Backpacks

Rare Vintage Chanel Extra Large Patent Lips and Heart Tote
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare item, hard to come by. Overall in fair condition, significant yellowing in the surface
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1990s Tote Bags

Chanel 2004 Rare Vintage Barbie Soft Pink Clutch Wood Top Handle Kelly Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel pink quilted caviar leather with wooden top handle clutch tote 2004 {VINTAGE 20 Years
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

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Rare Vintage Handbags For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of rare vintage handbags. Many people prefer Black rare vintage handbags, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Beige and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding appealing rare vintage handbags such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, Hermès and Gucci each produced popular versions that are worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Rare Vintage Handbags?

Prices for rare vintage handbags can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $147 and can go as high as $74,500, while these items, on average, fetch $3,967.

Finding the Right Handbags and Purses for You

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 bagBirkin, 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.

Questions About Rare Vintage Handbags
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To refurbish a vintage material Fendi handbag, apply a few drops of mild dish soap to a cloth moistened with warm water. Lather up the bag and then use a clean moist cloth to wipe away the soap. Only use this method to clean canvas or fabric bags. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Fendi bags.

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