This 1940's beaded box bag is just amazing. Copper colored caviar beads cover both sides of the bag and the wide strap.

Five rows of genuine coral beads trim the gold toned metal frame of this 1930's evening bag. The decorative pull is also trimmed with coral beads.

Book matched crocodile skins create an identical front and back for this stylish bag from Tury on the rue Royale in Paris.

This navy blue box calf leather Hermes Kelly bag with gold toned hardware is truly vintage. The blind stamp dates it to 1957! It is in excellent vintage condition with wear commensurate with age.

An oversized black leather box bag from the 1950's is trimmed with four large gold toned medallions bearing the names of famous ocean liners of the day.

Rich caramel brown snakeskin is used as an accent on the opening flap and two front corners of this 1930's fabric covered clutch bag. The bag is lined in black fabric and it has a zippered compartment as well as an open pocket. It is marked Deitsch and it is in excellent condition.

This is literally a jewel of a bag, made from hundreds of deep ruby red beads, the bag even has a beaded strap.

A sleek, sparkling carnival beaded bag from the 1940's has its own skirt!

A striking and unusual design from Bienen-Davis is done in a textured leather with a wonderful golden handle across the top.

This is such a chic little evening bag designed by Paloma Picasso. In book form, the bag is black suede with matte gold leather accents. Paloma Picasso has even included a fringed gold leather "bookmark" to complete the fantasy. There is an optional black suede shoulder strap tucked inside. It is in excellent condition and a glamorous way to become a bookworm.

This lovely gold woven metallic bag from the disco era looks so modern forty years later. The bag has a braided gold double shoulder strap and a rigid gold metal frame.

Inky black suede is embellished with prong set rhinestones in several different sizes for this elegant and unusual evening bag.

This bag is an exquisite pairing of antique Chinese hand embroidery and a 1930's beaded frame.

A gorgeous alligator clutch, made from one single skin, has a brass frame and a vertical strap on the back.

There is nothing quite like a bag from the legendary Parisian leather goods maker Hermes. This Trim bag is a great addition to any wardrobe.

Crisp clean lines, completely outlined in red faille distinguish this colorful clutch/shoulder bag from Morabito, Paris.

A pristine black crocodile clutch bag, this is from the House of Jean Patou. The bag is made from one piece of crocodile skin, bisected by an open pocket on the back.

A chic envelope style clutch from Jean Louis Scherrer is made of small round plastic disks outlined in shiny black patent leather with a border of rhinestones.

An opulent silk brocade is combined with butter soft suede by Cartier, Paris resulting in a very chic evening bag. The simple pouch shape accommodates all your essentials.

This understated charcoal grey wool clutch is accented by a jeweled ornament, transforming a daytime fabric into a chic evening bag.

The perfect accessory for the little black dress is this stunning black lace over silver leather clutch.

Understated elegance form the renowned Paris jeweler Fred, this is a fabulous woven leather bag from the 1980's.

If your evening clothes are sleek and modern, a striking cocktail suit or a chic trouser ensemble instead of ruffled chiffon or beaded satin, then this is the perfect evening bag for you.