Vintage Evening Purses
Terminology regarding the condition of the Vintage Handbags:
Please remember when buying vintage purses there are normally minor imperfections unless these are very noticable or detract from the style or attractiveness of the item they are not normally mentioned.
LOOKING FOR PERFECTION - VINTAGE IS NOT FOR YOU!
(Mint Condition) MINT - As close to "new" as possible for its age. No problems.
(Excellent Condition) Normal wear expected for age. Any problems are not easily visible.
(Gently Used) Normal wear expected for age. Shows very minimal wear
(Used) A purse that was used everyday. Not abused.... but used, shows more noticeable wear.
(Rest assured I do not sell handbags that are not attractive or fit to carry.)
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A VERY RARE "Lewis" clutch from the 1945, which is featured on page 46 in the book "A Century of Handbags" by Kate Dooner. This large clutch is covered with blaack gabardine wool with a large golden Lucite molded floral frame. The interior is lined rich black satin with 3 open sidewall pockets trimmed with gold piping. There is a matching black satin coin purse with a matching Lucite frame. One of the pockets has a mirror resting within another an unused comb. PURE RETRO ARM CANDY! Measures 16" W x 10" H Mint Condition Item# EVE105-1 SOLD |
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A beguiling lush plum-colored velvet clutch from the long ago 30's. The velvet is gathered along a sequined and beaded scallop design in the center. The interior is lined with ivory colored satin with a tiny open side pocket. There is a tiny mirror resting in the pocket with a matching satin backside. A TRUE DIVINE TIME TRAVELER Measures 8.5" W x 5.5" H Gently Used Condition Item# EVE105-2 SOLD
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A UNIQUE brushed gold metal shoulder purse that looks like rows of ruffles. The ruffles are etched with tiny flowers. The interior is lined with rich dark chocolate brown velvet trimmed with gold filigree ribbon. This gem was created for "Saks 5th Avenue, made in Italy". Measures 8" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# EVE103-3 $75.00 |
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An adorable black satin a tapestry box purse from the 50's. The body of the purse is covered with low sheen black satin and the lid is covered with fine hand sewn Belgium tapestry. The satin handle is wristlet length. Tucked inside is a black leather vintage compact with a coordinating petit-point compact. The interior of the box purse is black satin with a large perfect mirror mounted to the inside lid. A WONDEROUS RARE VINTAGE PURSE! Measures 6.5" W x 4.5" H x 4" D Excellent Condition Item# EVE101-1 $125.00 |
2011 Oscar de la Renta Stirrup Embroidered Shoulder Bag $2,200.00
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"Oscar de la Renta" clothes and handbags are not affordable to most of us and this vintage petite pillbox shoulder purse was in this category. Covered with black satin with the front covered with gold glass beads with a deco leaf pattern. The black shoulder cord is long European length. The interior is lined with black satin. This lush bag will only accommodate your small needed necessities but who cares carrying an "OSCAR de la RENTA" Measures 4.5 in diameter Mint Condition Item# EVE99-3 $145.00 |
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An incredible glass bead clutch purse from the 80's with a matching glass beaded belt. The clutch is scalloped along the top. The beaded floral pattern has luminous colorful beads. The interior is lined with black satin with an open sidewall pocket. The AN ARTFUL BEADED BEAUTY! Purse Measures 8.25" W x 5" H Belt Total Length Measures 36" Mint Condition Item# EVE-SS-100 $65.00
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A Joan Crawford Styled Handbag
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Striking extra long black wool clutch from the 40's. The wool is gathered and forms a ruffle along the long brass zipper. The front is adorned with a gold metal filigree button with tiny aurora borealis flowers. The interior is lined with black taffeta with a small open sidewall pocket with a matching black taffeta coin purse. A GOLDEN ERA BEAUTY! Measures 16.5" W x 8" H Item# EVE82-2 $145.00 |
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Remarkable 80's "Andre Cellini" gold and silver metal mesh shoulder purse. The silver mesh is uniquely gathered and gives the appearance of glittering rhinestones. The gold metal frame has a brushed texture. The gold metal cobra chain is a long European length. The interior is lined with autumn-colored gold satin. Tucked away and never used. AWESOME! Measures 5.5" W x 7" H Mint Condition Item# EVE81-2 $65.00 |
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Lush and lovely vintage black velvet drawstring pouchette with a matching velvet belt. Both the purse and belt are embellished with an eye-catching design created with silver bugle beads and sparkly rhinestones. The black cord strap is shoulder length. The interior is lined with black satin. A WORK OF ART! Measures 8.5" W x 10" H Belt measures 30" Mint Condition Item# EVECM-51 SOLD |
Nathalie Hambro Book included with purchase
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Reluctantly I am taking this lovely late 90's handbag out of my private collection. The London-based designer Nathalie Hambro is well-known handbag and jewelry designer. She is also an author of and her book "The Art of The Handbag" 1999 is a pictorial book showcasing her purse designs. This Nathalie Hambro "Egg Bag" is featured on page 24. She states, "Egg Bag, An ostrich egg was the inspiration of this bag, as much for is proportion as for its pleasing elliptical shape". The handbag is made of unusual luminous thick blue fabric with an arching black steel handle. A long black glass bead tassel adorns the front. Her handbags were all handcrafted and made in outrageously small limited editions. The original Hambro tag and price tag are still tucked inside. The price was $400.00. This handbag is VERY RARE! Mint Condition Measures 7.5" W x 9" H Item# EVE11-1 $650.00
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Utterly unique evening bag by Lewis. The deep black satin has a weave look with two different textures. Trimming the bottom of the large flap is a row of bamboo made of Lucite. The interior is lined with back satin with a zippered sidewall compartment, comb pocket and an open pocket with a matching coin purse. Outstanding! Measures 10" W x 8.5" H Excellent Condition Item# EVE86-1 $58.00 |
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Stepping away from the mesh handbags is a unique vintage 70's box shaped purse from "Whiting and Davis". Lovely gold floral lame' with a tuck-in gold cord European length shoulder strap. The strap is designed to tuck inside the purse for use as a clutch. The interior is lined with gold-colored nylon with an open sidewall pocket. A unique purse to wear with a pair of black slacks or a little black dress. FABULOUS! Measures 6" W x 5" H Mint Condition Item# EVECM-52 $55.00
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