Vintage Bags anyone?

[Pedronarra]

Hi guys! I got this mulberry bag from a charity shop. I check it t the real one. This is one of my charity shop designer. Paid £6.50 for it. I don't know the name and the year of this mulberry

Sorry guys I can't upload it now. Try it later. Thanks!

 

[Vitta]

I also found this cute little one. I am not familiar with Sacha (made in France), from the 60s. Tried to google it, and mostly found some for sale or other Sacha not made in France.... I wonder if they are related. Anyone know this company?

Hi, ladies! You can find some info about Sacha of France on pp. 90-91 of the handbag encyclopedia "Exotic Skin: Alligator and Crocodile Handbags" available on Amazon and here http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com.

Here's a bit from the book: "Sacha's custom handbags were created for Saks Fifth Avenue in Paris under the personal supervision of the popular artist-designer, Madame Sacha. Her handbags were imported to the U.S. in the late 60s, and advertised in Harper's Bazaar." They were marked by the logo of a swan wearing a crown, and signed "Sacha Made in France". In the left top corner, above the interior pocket under the frame, they were usually marked per authenticity. Bags marked "Sasha" (different spelling) are not related to this fine vintage French brand. If interested in other upscale vintage brands, check out this link: http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com/#!__designers

 

[Vitta]

Well, as anyone knows from this thread, Koret are fabulous and totally underrated, congrats on this little beauty



I either have one of these or I saw one up-close somewhere = sounds like I have too many vintage bags LOL. Bellstone are another great make (they went more casual later) and watch out for vintage coccinelle, they were amazing too.



Congrats, they're not easy to find. I have a vintage (snakeskin) Dior, I think that is one of only two I have left now..

Hi, PT! Here's some info about both vintage brands, Sacha of France and Bellestone. Sacha was an upscale brand produced in France in the late 1960s for Saks Fifth Avenue. Bellestone was an American brand located in New York in the 1950s-1960s. Some of their bags were made domestically, and others more upscale - in Belgium. For more details, see the pp. 191-197 of the handbag encyclopedia "Exotic Skin: Alligator and Crocodile Handbags" available on Amazon and here http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com. And some examples of their production can be seen here: http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com/#!__designers

 

[papertiger]

Hi, PT! Here's some info about both vintage brands, Sacha of France and Bellestone. Sacha was an upscale brand produced in France in the late 1960s for Saks Fifth Avenue. Bellestone was an American brand located in New York in the 1950s-1960s. Some of their bags were made domestically, and others more upscale - in Belgium. For more details, see the pp. 191-197 of the handbag encyclopedia "Exotic Skin: Alligator and Crocodile Handbags" available on Amazon and here http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com. And some examples of their production can be seen here: http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com/#!__designers

Thanks so much Vitta, you're the best, a fountain of vintage and exotic knowledge :kiss:

Here is my Bellstone black lizard (shell pink leather inside) at the back of some other black exotics in my collection. When I've got time I'll show you how lovely this American beauty is just by herself

Other black exotics in the photo: 1960s West German baby croc with matching purse and mirror, the1950/60s Bellstone lizard and 1970s Mappin and Webb turtle convertible clutch (on a tan '00s Prada ostrich jacket with 1950s feather hat)

 

[Raven3766]

Thanks so much Vitta, you're the best, a fountain of vintage and exotic knowledge :kiss:

Here is my Bellstone black lizard (shell pink leather inside) at the back of some other black exotics in my collection. When I've got time I'll show you how lovely this American beauty is just by herself

Other black exotics in the photo: 1960s West German baby croc with matching purse and mirror, the1950/60s Bellstone lizard and 1970s Mappin and Webb turtle convertible clutch (on a tan '00s Prada ostrich jacket with 1950s feather hat)

You should post on Show me some skin: Let's see your exotics! It's really a great thread for exotics.

 

[papertiger]

You should post on Show me some skin: Let's see your exotics! It's really a great thread for exotics.

Thanks Raven lovely bags on that thread

but I did already post

http://forum.purseblog.com/handbags-and-purses/show-me-some-skin-lets-see-your-exotics-450515-2.html

In fact I did these little group shots just for that thread.

I have quite few 'skin' bags and some of them have cost a small fortune but the vintage ones are still some of my favourites, that West German baby croc is as well made as my Hermes or Delveaux.

Value for money you can not beat high-end vintage, quality that people who buy new can only dream about now unless they can pay $5K +

 

[Carrelover]

Hi, ladies! You can find some info about Sacha of France on pp. 90-91 of the handbag encyclopedia "Exotic Skin: Alligator and Crocodile Handbags" available on Amazon and here http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com.

Here's a bit from the book: "Sacha's custom handbags were created for Saks Fifth Avenue in Paris under the personal supervision of the popular artist-designer, Madame Sacha. Her handbags were imported to the U.S. in the late 60s, and advertised in Harper's Bazaar." They were marked by the logo of a swan wearing a crown, and signed "Sacha Made in France". In the left top corner, above the interior pocket under the frame, they were usually marked per authenticity. Bags marked "Sasha" (different spelling) are not related to this fine vintage French brand. If interested in other upscale vintage brands, check out this link: http://www.exoticskinhandbags.com/#!__designers

Wow, thanks so much for that insight, Vitta!.... It makes me appreciate them even more now. Like Papertiger said, you are the best!

 

[Carrelover]

Thanks so much Vitta, you're the best, a fountain of vintage and exotic knowledge :kiss:

Here is my Bellstone black lizard (shell pink leather inside) at the back of some other black exotics in my collection. When I've got time I'll show you how lovely this American beauty is just by herself

Other black exotics in the photo: 1960s West German baby croc with matching purse and mirror, the1950/60s Bellstone lizard and 1970s Mappin and Webb turtle convertible clutch (on a tan '00s Prada ostrich jacket with 1950s feather hat)

Such an inspiration!! I really enjoyed your collection tremendously

 

[Vitta]

Thanks so much Vitta, you're the best, a fountain of vintage and exotic knowledge :kiss:

Here is my Bellstone black lizard (shell pink leather inside) at the back of some other black exotics in my collection. When I've got time I'll show you how lovely this American beauty is just by herself

Other black exotics in the photo: 1960s West German baby croc with matching purse and mirror, the1950/60s Bellstone lizard and 1970s Mappin and Webb turtle convertible clutch (on a tan '00s Prada ostrich jacket with 1950s feather hat)

You're very kind, PT! Love your "ebony exotics" collection! Beautiful German baby croc and especially the Mappin turtle clutch. So striking in its simplicity... Love all those little goodies (coin purses, wallets, mirrors, combs) that were so often included with high end vintage exotics. Every time you open a bag with them inside, it's just like Christmas again, really

 

[Vitta]

Wow, thanks so much for that insight, Vitta!.... It makes me appreciate them even more now. Like Papertiger said, you are the best!

Thank you, Carrelover! So glad I could help. Enjoy your beautiful Sacha - she's pretty!

 

[Carrelover]

Hello ladies, just want to show off this pretty little Coblentz I recently added to my vintage family. I can't resist the gorgeous shade of blue against the gold hardware. I was amazed to find something this old in unused condition, both the purse and its little coin purse are pristine, even the little mirror still has its wrap.

 

[lazlo8]

Hello ladies, just want to show off this pretty little Coblentz I recently added to my vintage family. I can't resist the gorgeous shade of blue against the gold hardware. I was amazed to find something this old in unused condition, both the purse and its little coin purse are pristine, even the little mirror still has its wrap.

Good Lord that is so sexy!

Where did you find her?

 

[chowlover2]

Hello ladies, just want to show off this pretty little Coblentz I recently added to my vintage family. I can't resist the gorgeous shade of blue against the gold hardware. I was amazed to find something this old in unused condition, both the purse and its little coin purse are pristine, even the little mirror still has its wrap.

She looks so soft and cuddly, must feel amazing to carry!

 

[Carrelover]

Hello Lazlo and Chowlover.... I found this darling at local antique store by chance, while looking for old music sheets for Father's Day present. It is buttery soft and I do love petting it..here is another view of it when you need to open the purse. It looks like a giant coin purse..lol. Thank you for the sweet comments!

 

[Raven3766]

Hello Lazlo and Chowlover.... I found this darling at local antique store by chance, while looking for old music sheets for Father's Day present. It is buttery soft and I do love petting it..here is another view of it when you need to open the purse. It looks like a giant coin purse..lol. Thank you for the sweet comments!

Such a beautiful blue....