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The Handbag Book: 400 Designer Bags That Changed Fashion

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A luxe and definitive guide to 400 luxury handbags from the world’s leading fashion designers and couture houses The Handbag Bookis a look back at 400 of the most famous handbags designed by the greatest names in fashion. With stunning spreads, photographs of the handbags, and introductory text for each style, it is the authority on this important emblem of high-end fashion. In addition, this coffee table book also includes backgrounds on the designers, stories of how certain styles became cemented into the fashion lexicon, tips on how to identify a counterfeit, a look at the increasing popularity of second-hand bags, and even behind-the-scenes looks into how these handbags are made. Luxury handbags account for almost a third of global luxury sales alone, and are both an aspiration and addiction for many. From Hermés’s priceless Birkin bag to Chanel’s coveted flap bags that have been prevalent since the 1950s, to Fendi’s instantly recognizable Baguette bag, it is no surprise why these incredible purses are often considered symbols of luxury and status due to their high-quality craftsmanship. Featured designers: Acne Studios – Alaïa – Alexander Mcqueen – Ami –Anya Hindmarch – A.P.C. Balenciaga – Balmain – Bottega Veneta – Bulgari – Carel -– Celine – Chanel – Chloé – Christian Louboutin – Coach – Coperni – Delvaux – Destree – Dior – Dolce & Gabbana – Fendi – Ferragamo – Fleuron Paris François-Joseph Graf Paris – Gerard Darel – Giorgio Armani – Givenchy – Gucci – Hermès – Hervé Chapelier – Ines De La Fressange Paris – Isabel Marant – Issey Miyake – Jacquemus – Jérôme Dreyfuss – Jimmy Choo – Judith Leiber – JW Anderson – Lancel – Loewe – Longchamp – Loro Piana -–Louis Vuitton – L/Uniform – Maison Michel – Marc Jacobs – Michael Kors – Miu Miu – Moynat – Off-White – Olympia Le-Tan – Patou – Pierre Hardy – Prada – Rabanne – Roger Vivier – Rsvp Paris – Saint Laurent – Schiaparelli – Soeur – Stella Mccartney – Tod’s – Valextra – Vanessa Bruno – Zadig & Voltaire Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harry N. Abrams


Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 8, 2024


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 480 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1419778196


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 93


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.55 x 1.9 x 11.55 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #40,732 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #21 in Industrial & Product Design #29 in Fashion Photography (Books) #47 in Fashion History


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  • Beautiful
Format: Hardcover
I bought it as a birthday gift to a friend who has a collection of purses and - by the way - she has everything and finding a gift for her is a nightmare. This one was perfect, she really loved it and I have to say it is really well made with beautiful pictures, perfect for a purse lover!
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2026 by Laura_Tampa

  • Great Book for Fashionistas
Format: Hardcover
beautiful as a gift for people who appreciate designer bags, love fashion, and would like to learn about the history of different designs, fabrics, styles, inspirations behind some of the every-day designer fashion brands and bag designs. It also goes through some of the "formulas" involved with creating and maintaining cycles for reviewing how handbags are brainstormed, drawn-up/drafted, demo designed, then reviewed, re-designed based on review, then present, etc. and popularity behind specific handbag brands/why they have gained such momentum over decades. Interesting overall, I think any fashion or design guru would love this. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2026 by s1793

  • Collectors delight!
Format: Hardcover
Interesting to all bag collectors, it has the best! A nice coffee table book. 📕
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2025 by Bonnie Perkins

  • Illustrations on point
Format: Hardcover
Great book n the illustrations were high quality
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2025 by Theresa garcia

  • Loveee
Format: Hardcover
10/10 ! Nice material and was the perfect gift
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2025 by Breize Brown

  • Great Coffee Table Book !
Format: Hardcover
Originally saw the book in Homegoods for $59-$69. Great little addition to the coffee table. If you’re into handbags - grab it. Beautiful pictures and a quick history lesson on some of the most famous fashion houses!
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2025 by NB

  • It’s all in the Look!
Format: Hardcover
I like the way the purses was displayed in the book. I like the colors and how they were arranged to help give the designer more flavor!
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024 by Patricia Griffin

  • If you Love Handbags and Decorating!!
Format: Hardcover
If you love purses, coffee table books, and decorating you will love this book. A cool book but also adds height to a table to place items on
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2025 by Renee Lambert Leonard

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