Gucci Vintage Information Thread
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No idea what it was called I'm afraid, most bags did not have names. The woven pattern is a traditional technique (used for straw too of course) but BV took the idea and made it it's own.
Before 1921 Gucci was actually a straw hat maker so perhaps there is a nod to Gucci's routes. If I find anything more on this style I will let you know
No idea what it was called I'm afraid, most bags did not have names. The woven pattern is a traditional technique (used for straw too of course) but BV took the idea and made it it's own.
Before 1921 Gucci was actually a straw hat maker so perhaps there is a nod to Gucci's routes. If I find anything more on this style I will let you know
Again, thanks so much for your input on this purse. Really appreciate your assistance.! It is amazing the amount of interesting information that can be found among these helpful members!
Awesome thread! Read through the whole thing and love the crocodile and the ostrich bags! So beautiful.
I recently came across 2 Gucci bags myself. Does anyone know if Gucci ever used plain zippers (non YKK or Gucci)? This coated canvas bag I found has no markings on the zipper heads. Anyone know when it was made?
Thanks for any info in advance
I recently came across 2 Gucci bags myself. Does anyone know if Gucci ever used plain zippers (non YKK or Gucci)? This coated canvas bag I found has no markings on the zipper heads. Anyone know when it was made?
Thanks for any info in advance
Awesome thread! Read through the whole thing and love the crocodile and the ostrich bags! So beautiful.
I recently came across 2 Gucci bags myself. Does anyone know if Gucci ever used plain zippers (non YKK or Gucci)? This coated canvas bag I found has no markings on the zipper heads. Anyone know when it was made?
Thanks for any info in advance
Mid-1980s and all is fine
Thank you so much! You have such deep knowledge of the brand, I can tell you are a true Gucci appreciator.Mid-1980s and all is fine
One more question please, if I buy this bag I posted above....i'll have to do something with lining it's in a poor conditon....and since i read this:
" 9. Can Gucci repair the inside of my canvas bag - it's flaking and the colour is comming off on everything in my bag.
No. This is a common problem in GAL bags and some canvas and leather trimmed 1980s vintage travel bags Gucci can do nothing about this, best to line the bag with protective acid-free tissue paper or tale or scrub/brush as much flakey top stuff off as poss to prevent further damage."
...I feel completely bummed! What we are suppose to do with the lining then?? Non capisco
Tnx!
" 9. Can Gucci repair the inside of my canvas bag - it's flaking and the colour is comming off on everything in my bag.
No. This is a common problem in GAL bags and some canvas and leather trimmed 1980s vintage travel bags Gucci can do nothing about this, best to line the bag with protective acid-free tissue paper or tale or scrub/brush as much flakey top stuff off as poss to prevent further damage."
...I feel completely bummed! What we are suppose to do with the lining then?? Non capisco
Tnx!
One more question please, if I buy this bag I posted above....i'll have to do something with lining it's in a poor conditon....and since i read this:
" 9. Can Gucci repair the inside of my canvas bag - it's flaking and the colour is comming off on everything in my bag.
No. This is a common problem in GAL bags and some canvas and leather trimmed 1980s vintage travel bags Gucci can do nothing about this, best to line the bag with protective acid-free tissue paper or tale or scrub/brush as much flakey top stuff off as poss to prevent further damage."
...I feel completely bummed! What we are suppose to do with the lining then?? Non capisco
Tnx!
Welcome to tPF and the G forum.
Sorry, I can't tell anything more about the date from one outside photo.
As for the lining, I guess one has to deal with it or choose not to go with the bag. These GAC canvas bags were not supposed to be around 'forever', it's a testament to their makers that there still to be so many and in reasonable condition.
I now have it in writing from Gucci (Gucci Forever) and Hermes (Leather Forever) that both the Bouvier and the Trim I were both first released in 1958
Many people have thought or implied that one brand copied the other, now we know it was telepathy, ESP or espionage
Oh and that and similarity between Hermes calling their present exihibtion Leather Forever and Gucci's current book with Gucci Forever is completely coincidental
or is it? :ninja:
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Wow, good to know, it is a bit weird thoughI now have it in writing from Gucci (Gucci Forever) and Hermes (Leather Forever) that both the Bouvier and the Trim I were both first released in 1958
Many people have thought or implied that one brand copied the other, now we know it was telepathy, ESP or espionage
Oh and that and similarity between Hermes calling their present exihibtion Leather Forever and Gucci's current book with Gucci Forever is completely coincidental
. I wonder who's copying who??:ninja:ivonna9 said:
Wow, I still own that bag!! Mine is actually in pretty good condition, even the lining is still good. I tried to sell it once on eBay, but the buyer did not come thru, I ended up keeping it. I'm not sure they can fix a bad lining in that particular bag.
I just found this bag in my grandmothers stuff when going through a bunch of boxes recently and I am having a hard time placing when this could be from. I don't really know anything about Gucci bags. It is a gorgeous purse, definitely has some wear to it. I would like to get it repaired, but make sure its real first and if it is actually worth it to get it repaired. It does have a small rip in the leather on the inside of the purse. Im just hoping someone can help identify when this could be from!
