Gucci Vintage Information Thread
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I was always so stumped by this piece!Found a vintage bag at a thrift store ( waiting for authentication ).
The material on the top edge of the bag is cracking. See photo.
1. Is the main material leather or vinyl? ( I assume leather)
I have already colored the cracked area with black shoe scuff liquid to hide the cracks somewhat and moisturized the whole bag with Blackrock Leather n Rich.
2. Any other suggestions on how to deal with the cracked area? Stop additional cracking?
3. Any suggestions on something to seal over the cracks. I was thinking of brushing on a clear matte varnish as a sealer.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
The material on the top edge of the bag is cracking. See photo.
1. Is the main material leather or vinyl? ( I assume leather)
I have already colored the cracked area with black shoe scuff liquid to hide the cracks somewhat and moisturized the whole bag with Blackrock Leather n Rich.
2. Any other suggestions on how to deal with the cracked area? Stop additional cracking?
3. Any suggestions on something to seal over the cracks. I was thinking of brushing on a clear matte varnish as a sealer.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Hello!
What a wonderful thread! Its been great reading through and learning so many interesting facts!
I just bought this Gucci clutch today, its in immaculate condition, and I'm wondering whether you can give me some information about it? Such as the year it was made and possibly what the interior lining would be made from, I thought possibly cotton? Sorry for the flash!
Looking forward to your response!
What a wonderful thread! Its been great reading through and learning so many interesting facts!
I just bought this Gucci clutch today, its in immaculate condition, and I'm wondering whether you can give me some information about it? Such as the year it was made and possibly what the interior lining would be made from, I thought possibly cotton? Sorry for the flash!
Looking forward to your response!
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Found a vintage bag at a thrift store ( waiting for authentication ).
The material on the top edge of the bag is cracking. See photo.
1. Is the main material leather or vinyl? ( I assume leather)
I have already colored the cracked area with black shoe scuff liquid to hide the cracks somewhat and moisturized the whole bag with Blackrock Leather n Rich.
2. Any other suggestions on how to deal with the cracked area? Stop additional cracking?
3. Any suggestions on something to seal over the cracks. I was thinking of brushing on a clear matte varnish as a sealer.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Your bag is from the late-1980s, Web-stripe Clutch (although they didn't really have names)
1. It's coated light weight canvas, the trim is leather
2/3. Not sure about clear nail varnish, it might dry it out and make it worse. I would perhaps glue a piece of black cloth underneath with a vinyl-friendly and flexible glue. If you use a normal glue it might also harden and have the reverse effect.
Really hard to date with no features and the small script logo was used for quite a while. However, the leather is boar and it's probably from the late '60s/early '70s judging by the strong geometric lines and colours. If I find out more, I'll let you know more precisely
Thank you! I have a bit of an obsession with vintage Gucci right now
Too true on the lining. I cannot recall if this info is earlier in the thread, but what is the best way to maintain an intact patent leather lining in a vintage Gucci, PT? I seem to have lucked out so far and would very much like to keep them that way. Again, I apologize if this is a redundant question.
Plenty in this thread under 'lining' or ;GAC'
I have the same problem with a 1996 bag (suede outer, leather inner) drives me nuts!
Plenty in this thread under 'lining' or ;GAC'
I have the same problem with a 1996 bag (suede outer, leather inner) drives me nuts!
Thanks!
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OK! My bag is back from surgery! That is what it felt like at least. All I could do is hope it would come out OK. The seller took it to her magic-leather-fixer-upper-person and the end result is thus. Super happy with the wonderful deep blue color and the cleanliness of the work. Should be nice and sturdy for me to use for travel/everyday. I did shed a tear a bit about it not being "original" anymore, but I kept telling myself it was not in the best condition to be worn.
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Ooooh! What is the size of this clutch? Beautiful color combo. A good example of what was "in style" back then could easily translate to today.
It looks great! I love that tote - congrats and enjoy (don't let refurbishment deter you from loving your bag, it usually has to happen at some point
)Its 21cm x 15cm. So more of a large wallet
I actually came across this by accident. I was hoping to purchase a Hermes agenda from the seller but he had unfortunately sold it prior to my email. But he sent me pictures of other pieces he had in his collection, which included another smaller red and black Gucci piece. But when I saw this, I just asked how much
Its coming from Italy so I'm hoping to get it by the end of next week. Ill definitely post more pictures once I receive it.
I love your tote btw! It looks great, I hope you enjoy using it!!!
Hi Papertiger,
I hope all is well! I'm sorry, in advance, if this is a stupid question.
In all of my recent bag purchases (thanks to you) I found so many differentiating aspects of bags that were very similar to each other and from the same line. I was just curious if the crafters were given creative autonomy to add and subtract details as they saw fit. I find it intriguing because I feel like nowadays, the bags are the same unless they are a special edition. I think its cool and was just curious. I have included a few pictures below to show what I mean.
So the big bag below has exactly the same hardware as the smaller ones - the smaller ones differ because one has the gold hardware but not the webbing on the sides (white), the other two have the same webbing and serial number but one has the gold hardware (mine
) and the other one doesn't. Then there is a blue one that is exactly like my brown one, but the rivets that the pull goes through are different than mine (more round and don't say gucci). Lol I'm just so amazed...How did differences like that happen? Any idea or am I just crazy (which is a definite possibility at this point lol)
Thank you!
I hope all is well! I'm sorry, in advance, if this is a stupid question.
In all of my recent bag purchases (thanks to you
) I found so many differentiating aspects of bags that were very similar to each other and from the same line. I was just curious if the crafters were given creative autonomy to add and subtract details as they saw fit. I find it intriguing because I feel like nowadays, the bags are the same unless they are a special edition. I think its cool and was just curious. I have included a few pictures below to show what I mean.So the big bag below has exactly the same hardware as the smaller ones - the smaller ones differ because one has the gold hardware but not the webbing on the sides (white), the other two have the same webbing and serial number but one has the gold hardware (mine
) and the other one doesn't. Then there is a blue one that is exactly like my brown one, but the rivets that the pull goes through are different than mine (more round and don't say gucci). Lol I'm just so amazed...How did differences like that happen? Any idea or am I just crazy (which is a definite possibility at this point lol)Thank you!
