S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Safety Pin Cut Out Black Leather Mini Runway Backpack
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rare punk-inspired mini backpack designed by Gianni Versace for his Spring/Summer 1994 collection.
Versace Black Leather Mini Medusa Palazzo Backpack
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Versace backpack is an accessory you would go to season after season. It has been crafted using the best kind of materials to be appealing as well as durable. It's a worthy inve...
Versace Black Nylon and Leather Trim Mini Medusa Backpack
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This stylish backpack from Versace is crafted from nylon and it features leather trims as well as the Medusa motif on the front zip pocket. It features a nylon-lined interior, top-zi...
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H 8.27 in W 2.76 in L 7.09 in
Versace Multicolor Printed Nylon and Leather Mini Medusa Pallazo Backpack
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Thoughtful details, high quality, and everyday convenience mark this designer bag for women by DKNY. The bag is sewn with skill to deliver a refined look and an impeccable finish. I...
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
Oscar de la Renta Silk Ruffle Palazzo Pants
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous black silk palazzo wide leg pants from Oscar de la Renta. They are high rise skimming the hips with wide legs flaring to the hem. There is intricate seaming with small ruff...
New Rare Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Size 39 * Black Patent Piping * Leather Insole * Black & White Polka Dot Canvas * 4.5" Heel * 1" Front Platform * With B...
$1,822
Size: Recommended Size; UK 6-8
Vivienne Westwood Gold Label Duchess Oyster Pink Corset Cocktail Dress C. 2000
By Vivienne Westwood, Vivienne Westwood Gold Label
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vivienne Westwood Gold Label Duchess Oyster Pink Corset Cocktail Dress A Decadent Vivienne Westwood Gold Label dress. Crafted in an Oyster pink floral textured Silk and backed in a s...
1980s Handbag One Of A Kind Record Album Crocodile Embossed Vintage Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Extraordinary vintage 80s black vinyl record album two sided crocodile / alligator embossed handbag! One side features a Jennifer Holliday record, and the other features a Floyd Cram...
$975
Size: Small / Small Medium
1970s Alley Cat By Betsey Johnson Red Vintage High Waisted Flared Bell Bottoms
Located in San Diego, CA
Ultra rare and collectible 70s ALLEY CAT, by BETSEY JOHNSON lipstick red high waisted flared leg bell bottoms! From one of Johnson's first labels, these rare pants are for the musuem...
$1,767
Size: Recommended Size; UK 10
A/W 2003 Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet Off-Shoulder Bustier Skirt Suit Ensemble
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sublime Autumn/Winter 2003 Vivienne Westwood ensemble ! Featuring a black velvet off-shoulder silhouette, wrap around top with complimenting black wool circle skirt. The top featur...
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
W 3.5 in Dm 3.5 in L 37.5 in
Judith Leiber White Crystal Gold Disco Ball Minaudières Evening Bag with Tassel
By Judith Leiber
Located in Miami Beach, FL
RARE Judith Leiber white crystal sphere minaudières shoulder bag in excellent vintage condition. White Swarovski crystal exterior trimmed with gold edges and clear crystals along top...
$1,919
Size: US 4-6 UK 8-10
Vintage 1920's Beaded Blouse and Cape Ensemble Cotton Beaded Cape US 4-6 UK 8-10
Located in Nashville, TN
Full of opulent original details, rendered in the most luxurious fashion, this rare 1920's ensemble is a beauty to behold. The brightly coloured coral pink cotton base of the ensemb...
Pierre Balmain Bodycon Dress with Sheer Shoulders and Waist
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and is fitted through to the hips. There are fabulous horizontal sheer panels around the sh...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002; “Supercalifragilistic” Style...
MUSEUM Chanel F/W 1991 Hip-Hop Baby Blue Silk Taffeta Ballgown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
When Karl Lagerfeld closed Chanel’s Fall Winter 1991 ready to wear show with a ballgown, he did not send it out with pearls and satin pumps. He cinched it with an oversized gold CHAN...
Iconic Yves Saint Laurent "Kiss" Peasant Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Iconic and Rare Collector Quality Yves Saint Laurent "Kiss" Peasant Blouse in rayon georgette circa 1971 from the "Liberation" Collection. Vibrant red lip print with drawstring neckl...
Gianni Versace 1990s Purple Flower Black White Houndstooth Skirt Suit
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gianni Versace vintage wool skirt suit in black and white houndstooth or dogtooth check. Purple and green roses printed at jacket bust, one sleeve, and back, as well as on front and ...
$12,308
Size: FR 34 - UK 6 - IT 38 - XS
Gucci by Tom Ford monogram canvas and leather pant suit, fw 2000
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford; monogram canvas and tan leather pant suit. Flared high-rise pants with leather waist band and zip closure attaching both legs together. Single breasted mid-length ...
Vintage and designer backpacks do more than carry our books, notebooks, electronic devices and other possessions to and fro. They are also a reflection of personal taste and style. Whether it’s an understated solid color — black backpacks will remain forever timeless — or it’s emblazoned with a dazzling graphic pattern or an iconic fashion house’s logo, a backpack makes a statement.
In 1908, decades before the JanSports and Eastpaks of the world materialized, Norwegian Ole Bergan crafted the first backpack, whittling and shaping a juniper branch to support a robust canvas rucksack on his back. Twenty-five years later, the patent on Bergan’s wildly convenient and functional accessory expired, and backpacks became popular with hikers, campers and other outdoor enthusiasts as other designers and companies scrambled to develop their own iterations. During the late 1930s, the first zippered backpack appeared — for students, it was a significant improvement over carrying their books with a leather belt.
Some designer backpacks are sleek and sporty, while others attract attention with flashy brass hardware and a textured exterior flap. While the innumerable handbag lovers of our modern times continue to gravitate toward iconic labels — classic bags still rule — today’s shoppers are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Backpacks designed by universally renowned brands such as Gucci, Dior and Burberry are similarly alluring when it comes to finding the perfect carryall.
Heavy-duty nylon backpacks or those made with polyester are likely the most common, but many alternatives can be found in canvas, leather and suede. The best backpack for you might be one that is modest in size and discreet, and thus ideal for carrying a few items. If that sounds like what you need, explore crossbody bags and messenger bags, as they’re a bit easier to access and you don’t have to remove the bag to get to its contents. Others may seek a bag that is spacious enough to fit all of the supplies for an overnight hike, in which case, a sturdy, structured backpack might be a better fit.
Whether it is for fashion, function or both, there is a backpack suited to every individual. Find yours in the extensive collection of vintage and designer backpacks on 1stDibs.