A luxe and definitive guide to 400 luxury handbags by the worlds leading fashion designers and couture houses

Luxury handbags account for almost a third of global luxury sales alone, and are both an aspiration and addiction for many. From Hermess priceless Birkin bag to Chanels coveted flap bags that have been prevalent since the 1950s, to Fendis 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.

The Handbag Book: 400 Essential Designer Bags is 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 high-end fashion. In addition, this tome 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.

Featured designers: Acne Studios Alaia Alexander Mcqueen Ami Anya Hindmarch A.P.C. Balenciaga Balmain Bottega Veneta Bulgari Carel - Celine Chanel Chloe Christian Louboutin Coach Coperni Delvaux Destree Dior Dolce & Gabbana Fendi Ferragamo Fleuron Paris Francois-Joseph Graf Paris Gerard Darel Giorgio Armani Givenchy Gucci Hermes Herve Chapelier Ines De La Fressange Paris Isabel Marant Issey Miyake Jacquemus Jerome 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 Tods Valextra Vanessa Bruno Zadig & Voltaire

Books by Sophie Gachet