Vintage Bags anyone?

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#916
papertiger said:
'She's' a 1940s snakeskin. Go very sparingly on the treatment, she's a grand senior lady of a bag
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Wow! I had no idea she was that old!

She must not have been used very much as other than the edges being a little worn she is in fantastic condition, none of the scales are missing. She's actually pretty clean inside as well, There is one area where it looks like there might be old glue or tape reside, it's probably where the label or tag was.

Yasmeen
 
#917
Daniac said:
Wow! I had no idea she was that old!

She must not have been used very much as other than the edges being a little worn she is in fantastic condition, none of the scales are missing. She's actually pretty clean inside as well, There is one area where it looks like there might be old glue or tape reside, it's probably where the label or tag was.

Yasmeen
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...and I agree with PT go VERY sparingly on the treatment. I would simply get a dust bag for storing her and give her a gentle wipe after use, without using any products. You cannot 'restore' the missing scales.
 
#918
Daniac said:
Hiya,

I'm wondering if you gals can help me out. I'm not very knowledgeable when it comes to different leather treatments and materials yet.

I found this purse in a thrift store yesterday. I think it's "vintage" and "snake skin"? I can't find any labels or tags on the bag at all. Have any of you come across a bag like this or know anything about it?

The zipper pull has segalock inscribed.

Thanks,

Yasmeen
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This is one stunning bag...congrats! Saw papertiger's comments...wow!
 
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Is anyone familiar with Charles Jourdan Paris bags? I bought this one last December and have found little info about this brand. I do know they were primarily shoe designers..."granted a license to design and manufacture shoes under the Christian Dior brand in 1959 and in more recent years have also created designs under the Pierre Cardin label"...quoted from Wikipedia. The article also mentioned they added ready-to-wear clothing and handbags in 1975.

It's a beautifully crafted, highly structured bag in great condition. I'd love to hear from anyone who might have more info...thanks in advance!
 

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#920
JOODLZ said:
Is anyone familiar with Charles Jourdan Paris bags? I bought this one last December and have found little info about this brand. I do know they were primarily shoe designers..."granted a license to design and manufacture shoes under the Christian Dior brand in 1959 and in more recent years have also created designs under the Pierre Cardin label"...quoted from Wikipedia. The article also mentioned they added ready-to-wear clothing and handbags in 1975.

It's a beautifully crafted, highly structured bag in great condition. I'd love to hear from anyone who might have more info...thanks in advance!
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I remember Charles Jourdan, but can add nothing other than that. It is a gorgeous bag! I love the color, the hardware, she's just gorg!
 
#921
chowlover2 said:
I remember Charles Jourdan, but can add nothing other than that. It is a gorgeous bag! I love the color, the hardware, she's just gorg!
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Thanks...I've googled and googled and googled and not yet found a match. I've found bags of the same (or similar) color, but not the same style. The adventure continues...
 
#923
JOODLZ said:
Is anyone familiar with Charles Jourdan Paris bags? I bought this one last December and have found little info about this brand. I do know they were primarily shoe designers..."granted a license to design and manufacture shoes under the Christian Dior brand in 1959 and in more recent years have also created designs under the Pierre Cardin label"...quoted from Wikipedia. The article also mentioned they added ready-to-wear clothing and handbags in 1975.

It's a beautifully crafted, highly structured bag in great condition. I'd love to hear from anyone who might have more info...thanks in advance!
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That is such a beautiful bag. I love dark green for fall and winter.
 
#924
I am totally into Roberta di Camerino bags too--I try to find cheap ones, strange ones--I've got two bags and an awesome striped velvet wallet I just bought. U still around?

Cheers,
Veer Havik
 
#925
This vintage handbag have never been authenticated but I love it like it is the real thing - a vintage Givenchy. I have spent hours trying to track down a similar one but am not yet able to find one. Maybe it is not, but I find it hard to believe it isn't because the quality is superb.
 

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JOODLZ said:
Is anyone familiar with Charles Jourdan Paris bags? I bought this one last December and have found little info about this brand. I do know they were primarily shoe designers..."granted a license to design and manufacture shoes under the Christian Dior brand in 1959 and in more recent years have also created designs under the Pierre Cardin label"...quoted from Wikipedia. The article also mentioned they added ready-to-wear clothing and handbags in 1975.

It's a beautifully crafted, highly structured bag in great condition. I'd love to hear from anyone who might have more info...thanks in advance!
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I can't say much about Charles Jourdan, but the quality of his vintage is great! I have several of his handbags, one pair of shoes and a leather jacket I just recently found (it's like buttah and too small, but I couldn't leave it). There is information on him and his bags are on the bay, but the quality is so good I don't understand the pricing. I will post the snakeskin handbag I found. Your bag is beautiful and so well made. Congratulations and welcome to the "CJ" club.:D
 
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netter said:
This vintage handbag have never been authenticated but I love it like it is the real thing - a vintage Givenchy. I have spent hours trying to track down a similar one but am not yet able to find one. Maybe it is not, but I find it hard to believe it isn't because the quality is superb.
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Gorgeous! Worth it even if it Is a knock-off
 
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