1940s/1950s Dark Navy Grosgrain Fabric Handbag
We think the appeal of this smart handbag lies in its neat and unusual shape, plus its simple, yet elegant decorative details! It has the 'boxy' look that featured in many handbags of the 1940s and 1950s, and it has been sturdily constructed. The rigid body has been covered with...
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| c1960s Goldtone Metal Mesh Evening Bag
We are in no doubt that this bag will add a dazzling touch of glamour to an evening outfit! It is very similar in design to the mesh bags made over the past century by American company Whiting & Davis, and we think the eyecatching mesh style holds a timeless appeal. Indeed, the key feature of...
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| 1920s/1930s Beaded Art Deco Purse
What stood out to us on first seeing this petite evening purse, was its striking art deco style! We also love its distinctive shape, which displays curving side sections, echoed by the rounded edge of the purse flap. A glamorous element is introduced with a combination of glossy, black,...
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| 1950s/1960s Dark Navy Leather Handbag
We love the strong shape and boxy design of this stylish handbag. It features a smooth leather body in a dark navy colour, and a single handle, also of navy leather. The curving sides extend beyond the bag's centre section, and enclose the gleaming, goldtone metal frame. This bold shape is...
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c1960s White Beaded Handbag by Magid
This ornately-decorated beaded bag radiates soft and pretty style, and has the added attraction of being in highly desirable condition! We often find that white vintage bags do not stand the test of time well, but this particular item appears to have been rarely used, and must have been carefully...
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| 1950s/1960s Dark Brown Classic Handbag
We love the rich, deep brown colour and the strong outline of this classic-shaped handbag. It is a slightly larger size than many other similarly-styled vintage handbags we come across, which we think provides it with extra impact. The bag has the appearance of smooth leather, and it is only when...
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1960s White Wicker Bag with Shell Decoration
We think this bag is a true attention grabber! It is made from plant fibres covered in a white plastic coating, and woven over a wooden frame. Goldtone metal fittings include 4 'feet' on the base of the bag to protect it. The two handles are pearlised plastic, as is the bar along the top edge of...
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| 1960s/1970s Bag with Woven Detail and Red Lining
When we first saw it, this smart and stylish bag appeared to be formed from black leather, with straw-type, black woven decoration at the front and back. It was only when we took a very close look at the bag, that we discovered the black double handles, top trims and base were made from vinyl,...
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