Vintage Bags anyone?

[Farkvam]

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Where did you find this? So cool!

 

[Molly0]

This vintage bag is from the 1970’s, glazed goatskin I believe. Brixton was a Vancouver, Canada company. These bags were sold in Woodwards, if anyone from western Canada remembers that. I removed the red shoulder strap and replaced it with a black one and added a chain. (I should have taken a pic of it with the original look, but forgot) I can hardly believe it’s close to 50 years old!!

 

[Mirai]

Speaking of Coach, I own a Wako. It's one of their vintage, but they were in trouble with Coach at one point. They produced handbags similar to Coach and they were not having it. Anyway, I wanted to share my baby Wako.

It's gorgeous and superb!

 

[Mirai]

I first got interested because someone posted on the forum a magical transformation of a beat up bag into a gorgeous bag. I wanted to try it. The first vintage bags I bought (Coach) were in such good condition, they didn't need rehabbing but eventually I found some that did need it. It was rewarding to do the magic myself.

This is why I started but I continue due to the amazing quality and longevity of vintage Coach leather. If not totally abused, these bags could last forever. I have some bags that are 50 years old, in amazing condition. I love thinking about their history. They are treasures.

I have a few other vintage bags I bought because I loved the styles.

Yes, The unknown history of these objects has always drawn me to them！

 

[Mirai]

I love vintage bags and items in general because I feel that the quality is so much better than newer items for the most part. I have two vintage bags and they are gorgeous. On a side note, my husband has a parka from the 90s (he is older than me) that I thought looked a bit outdated and "had to go"... But then I saw it was made in the USA, and what better shape it was in than my year-old parka made of the same material...his is a thirty year old coat that looks like new. Now that I've been into vintage, I really appreciate that old parka!

Also, one of the oft-mentioned reasons people spend more on luxury brands is because of the heritage of the brand. In my mind, buying vintage luxury is a bigger nod to that brand's heritage than buying new.

The more affordable price point is also usually a bonus!

And last but not least, I too enjoy wondering about the previous life (or lives) of the bag I am holding.

Yeah, I completely agree with you. Older vintage are more historical!

 

[Raven3766]

Today I found a vintage Coach and Ken Done.

 

[fjlimpasan]

Hi guys! Can you describe what attracted you to buy vintage items? And how do these vintage items make you feel? Because I am also curious about buying them.

hi!I am new to vintage bags.What made me buy them and love them is because of 2 things. 1) only few are using vintage bags 2) quality of bags are better

 

[late_bloomer_02]

Hi guys! Can you describe what attracted you to buy vintage items? And how do these vintage items make you feel? Because I am also curious about buying them.

I feel unique. And I think the quality of a vintage bag is better. I have Coach vintage bag and it’s more durable than my new Coach bags.

 

[Mimmy]

I just researched your handbag and it was a collaboration between Elsa Schiaparelli and Salvador Dali in 1938. Oh my goodness, I loved it when I saw, but now...I'm in love with it. I must find oneQ

Rare 1953 Vintage LFW Straeter Amsterdam Lite-On Handbag Black Leather Estate | eBay

Straeter Lite-On exhibited Handbags, imported from Holland with a 3-way illumination feature, at the January 1954 Handbags & Accessories Show in New York 1954. The built-in lighting fixture illuminates face for make-up, inner contents and illuminates externally through decorative opening while...

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I realize that this is an old post but it looks like there is one on eBay now. I find the working lights and 24k gold details so cool. This one looks like it needs some rehab but still such a collector’s piece.

 

[Fab099]

Just thought I'd ask if anyone collected vintage bags? Roberta di Camerino, art deco pieces, vintage Fendi's, Dior's and YSL's for example. I love the vintage Chanel evening bags, would die and go to heaven if I could find a real wonderful Dior clutch and go crazy when I find anything Roberta di Camerino from the 40's & 50's in good shape. I only have a few vintage pieces and rarely use them but they sure are beautiful to look at and add some pizzazz to the rest of the bags that seem to dominate my closet these days!

Umm I do!

 

[Nicole Varnadoe Price]

The Bellestone alligator

I have the same purse but it's a reddish mahogany brown.

 

[Nicole Varnadoe Price]

I acquired a Bellestone mahogany brown box purse around 5 years ago. I cannot find a match to it anywhere. I would appreciate any feedback

 

[Nicole Varnadoe Price]

I acquired a Bellestone mahogany brown box purse around 5 years ago. I cannot find a match to it anywhere. I would appreciate any feedback

It may be red. Difficult in deciding.

 

[Ladybag777]

I’m totally with you on the love for vintage bags! I’m always on the hunt for unique pieces, and like you, I’m obsessed with vintage Chanel and Dior. I also get excited whenever I find anything from Roberta di Camerino—it’s like uncovering a treasure! I recently discovered Maison Vivienne (@maisonvivienneparis on Instagram), and since then, I only shop from them. They have an amazing selection of vintage pieces, and it's now my go-to for adding those timeless gems to my collection!

 

[Houbig71]

I am reviving this conversation because I would be curious to know if there are any new vintage addicts around.

I love vintage (real vintage, not just second hand bags) and I sometimes have a hard time seeing what some of the vintage brands I like have become (Morabito for example...).

But here is one of my favorites which I wear quite often to be honest. It is by Germaine Guérin. I also have a few clutches from her.


Also want to share the Hermès I have and love which they have recently reissued: