Vintage Evening Purses
Terminology regarding the condition of the Vintage Handbags:
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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Max Holzman designed the Mark Cross overnight case that Grace Kelly carried in the movie "Rear Window. This 50's black cashmere wool purse is a Max Holzman design. Simplistic in design to emphasize the sparkling wind-up watch designed into the front of this very rare and highly collectable purse. The face of the watch faces upward. When carried you simply look down to see the time. The domed shaped latch is clustered with tiny bright rhinestones. The interior is lined with peach-colored satin with three slash pockets and a zippered sidewall pocket. The watch keeps perfect time. RUNWAY CHIC! Measures 7" W x 7.25" H Excellent Condition Item# EVE55-1 $225.00
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This is an extraordinary totally dramatic RARE long black crepe clutch from the 50's by "Lewis". A striking copper and black enamel etched frame with a matching compact. The interior is lined in black grosgrain with three open pockets and a comb pocket. A marching coin purse and comb still rests in their pockets. PURE RETRO ARM CANDY! Measures 15" W x 7" H Excellent Condition Item# EVE02-1 $125.00
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Dazzling and lush 50's deep black plush velvet opera pouchette. Elaborate hand sewn luminous black glass beads over both the front and back. A unique pull-out silver metal latch opens and closes the clam shell top. The interior is lined with pristine black satin with a small open sidewall pocket. EXTRAORDINARY ARM CANDY! Measures 7.5" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# EVECM-20 $125.00
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Sweet engaging petite black satin purse from the 40's. This evening purse is designed with gathered satin in a boat shape with a wristlet length strap. The interior is lined with black satin. This purse has been featured in several vintage purse books. UNIQUE and RARE! Measures 9.5" W x 4.5" H Excellent Condition Item# EVE02-2 $65.00
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As described on page 41 in the book "Popular Purses, It's in the Bag is this "Evening Splendor" black velvet purse made in India in the 50's and 60's. This type of purse was carried by Renée Zellweger, in one of the scenes in the movie "My One and Only". The silver and gold metal threads sparkle and shine in the evening light. The bird of paradise's body is created with silk thread. The front and ba. Still tucked away in it's original box. Petite but large enough for your cell phone and a few necessary items. Measures 7" W x 4" H Excellent Condition Item# EVE63-3 $75.00
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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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Rich and elegant Carpet Satchel by "Coblentz". Trimmed in rich deep midnight blue/black genuine english leather and with solid brass fixtures. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with a long open pocket and a zippered sidewall Pocket. A matching coin purse is attached to the lining by a thin black elastic cord. STUNNING! Measures 10" W x 7" H Mint Condition EVE19-29 $125.00
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A lush thick deep black 60's /70's cut-velour handbag designed by "Lewis". An open black grosgrain lined compartment on each side of the middle toggle latch compartment. The Toggle latch compartment is lined also with black grosgrain with a slash pocket lined with cream-colored grosgrain. There is also a zippered sidewall pocket. Topping off this lovely creation is stunning gold wristlet length chain straps. QUALITY ALL THE WAY! Measures 10" W x 7" H Mint Condition Item# EVE07-14 $75.00
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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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