50s-60s bag collection

I came across the bag collection of a woman in her 80s. I tried to get the most statement making pieces from her collection.  I particularly liked the graphic houndstooth bag and its oversized design. The huge pink straw circular bag, from around the 60s is such a stunner. While I have other 50s and 60s bags in the shop made from alligator and such these are particularly whimsical created from:  straw, wool fabric, vegan leathers, raffia flowers and bright fabrics.

Check them out here: Sarara Vintage.  I have just listed the large pink one today.

1950s and 60s bags. Images by Sarara Vintage

The denim colored blue woven natural fiber and wooden detailed bag will arrive soon. As will the small irregular shaped turquoise paisley travel bag, pictured directly above.


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Vintage Shoes & Bags for Every Day

Lots of folks think "special occasion" when they think about wearing vintage--party dresses and beaded bags or clutches to go with them, opera coats, Kentucky Derby hats, vintage wedding gowns, Springolators for Viva Las Vegas, and so on. But working vintage into your everyday wardrobe is a breeze with bags and shoes. I never go out of the house without a vintage shoulder bag--they're all I carry for day use, especially since the last contemporary bag I bought (leather and retailing at over $100) looked like a drowned rat six months after I got it. It makes economic sense, too. You can buy two or three, maybe more, vintage Coach bags, for example, for the price of one new one. Or, probably eight to 10 off-brand, but high-quality, bags for the price of almost any new designer piece.

Oh, and don't get me started on shoes.... For what gals pay today for a pair of good faux leather shoes, you can get a great pair of real leather, comfortable shoes in sizes that really fit your feet! None of this "you can only get Narrow, Medium, or Wide in one shoe" business. You have medium-width feet but narrow heels, like me? Then buy a vintage pair of shoes in a "B" foot with an "A" heel, or an "A" foot and an "AA" heel. I have to put heel pads in almost every pair of shoes I buy new, but when I get the right size in a vintage shoe, it fits like the proverbial glove.

From the classic Kelly bag to cute wicker bags, and from a 1950s' pair of heels to 60s' chunky-heeled pumps, you can find find vintage styles perfect for accenting suits, dresses, skirts, and slacks and for wearing every day. Vintage is not just for special occasions!

Here are some selections from the sellers here at Vintage Reflections!

From Alley Cats Vintage:

An all-purpose, always-in-style Vintage Handbag Floral Needlepoint by Empress, Large Size Purse




Perfect for the office are these Vintage Shoes 1960s 60s Dark Brown Alligator Heels by Fiancees Sz 8AA




And, these are just the thing to keep your vintage shoes dry: Vintage Smoke Rubber Overshoes Plyron High Heel Galoshes Sz 6




Catseye Vintage has these listed:

This sweet bag is at home anywhere, from the casual to the formal: 1910 Victorian Handbag Purse Hand Crocheted Bridal Drawstring Top Off White with 3-d Pom Poms




This is perfect for those work-to-dinner days: Vintage 60s Woven Metal Box Handbag Purse 1960s VLV Bridal Evening Gold Tone Made in Hong Kong




This Vintage 60s Wicker Box Purse Handbag VLV 1960s Picture Window Purse Horse and Carriage Designer Simon does double duty for fun and for work or school.




Vintage Baubles Too is currently offering these:

Super-comfy and cute Vintage 60s Mod Suede Shoes Pumps Chunky Heel Size 6 1/2, 6.5




This sturdy, stylish everyday bag: Vintage 50s Alligator Embossed Leather Handbag Purse Kelly Bag Duchess




And this bag that's perfect for work or play, especially for a "ladies-who-lunch" outing: Vintage 50s 60s Tapestry & Patent Vinyl Kelly Bag Purse Handbag, Vegan




Be sure to visit our shops for more "very wearable" vintage!

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Gifts for the Vintage Lover on Your List!

Buying "used" items for people as holiday gifts? Some would think that uncouth, uncool, weird, or "cheap." But, as we vinties know, it's anything but! For anyone who collects vintage "stuff," of any sort, finding a sought-after or long-admired treasure in a Christmas stocking or under the tree is definitely a treat! Especially if it's something one would never buy for oneself. I'm sure we've all been there, done that--lusted after a vintage dress, a bag, piece of jewelry, a Limoges plate, Hull vase, Fenton basket, etc. But we always say, "Oh, I just couldn't buy that for myself," or, "If I have any money left over after buying everyone else's gift, maybe I'll get that (whatever) I've been eyeing." It's not even usually the expense, for many of these items can be found inexpensively, that stops us, it's that we "don't need" it, so we don't get it. Let's change that this year!

So, this year, buy that special friend that something special. Or, buy that something you've always wanted for yourself! Go ahead, you deserve it! We here at Vintage Reflections can help you find just the right vintage piece--come and take a look....

My Vintage Cocktail has these pretties:

Vintage compacts are so collectible, and this is very hard to find:
Vintage 50s Coty Compact, Perfume, Lipstick in Purse Vanity Case, RARE



This Vintage Sterling Silver Bracelet, Scarab Design, 50s 60s, Periwinkle Glass, 7 1/2" is the perfect stocking stuffer!



The lady who collects vintage novelty handbags will enjoy our Vintage 50s K & G Charlet Novelty Bird Purse Handbag, Parrot, Flamingo, with Rhinestones





Alley Cats Vintage offers this fabulous Vintage Mings Honolulu Ivory Set Tree Fern Brooch & Earrings



Women love cameos, and this one is a great one to give as a gift: Vintage Shell Cameo Pendant En Habille 14K



Someone (maybe you!) will be "pretty in pink" with these Vintage 1980s Richelieu Imitation Baroque Pink Pearl Double Strand Beads NWT Chunky




And from Catseye Vintage:

This lovely Vintage 60s Woven Gold Tone Metal Handbag, 1960s Purse, Bridal Evening
is perfect for the holiday season!



Tobacciana collectors will love this Vintage 30s Match Safe 1930s Nickel Silver with Watch Chain signed EAM Elgin American Manufacturing Company



And give this set before Christmas or New Year's, as what vintage jewelry-loving lady wouldn't want to wear it during the holiday season?

Vintage 50s Necklace and Earrings Demi Parure Signed Monet Modernist Gold Tone Brushed Metal Set

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A Few of Our Favorite Things....

"When the dog bites, when the bee stings, when we're feeling sad,
we simply remember our favorite things.... And then we don't feel so bad!"

The sellers at Vintage Reflections want to share some of our very favorite items with you this week--some that make us smile, some we're tempted to keep, and some that are just fun. The holidays are a perfect time to break out your vintage favorites and show them off. You'll look and feel like "one of a kind," and we're sure you'll get loads of compliments on your vintage wear!

Without further ado, let us present to you:

From Alley Cats Vintage comes these goodies:

A carry-everywhere Vintage Purse Black Vinyl and Suede Kelly Handbag with Lock and Key and a Vintage 1940s 40s Hat Black Beaded Pillbox New York Creations you can show off when you're out and about this season:





Wear this Vintage Nightgown 1950s 50s White Nylon and Lace Negligee by Shadowline Sz 34 B36 on Thanksgiving and Christmas mornings to feel special!



At My Vintage Cocktail:

Have fun with this quirky Vintage Designer Hat, Velvet Sculptured Beehive Toque with Bow and dress this Christmas-green Vintage 50s Full Skirt Shirtwaist Party or Day Dress, Med Lg, Green Silk up with some gold or red jewelry, and you'll be smashing!




Feel luxurious in this designer piece from Vintage Baubles Too:

Vintage 70s Wrap Dress Designer Mollie Parnis Morty Sussman, Silk, Med




From Catseye Vintage:

Look stylish while staying warm and cozy in this Vintage 50s Darlene Cardigan Sweater Angora Blend Floral Hand Screenprint Blue Roses on Green Size XS to S, and look ethereal in a Vintage 70s East India Dress Cotton Gauze with Paisley Border Print Indian Metallic Size M to L to XL to XXL on SALE, so perfect for the holidays for our friends "Down Under"



And here's the perfect New Year's Eve gown: Vintage 80s Strapless One Shoulder Evening Gown Dress Black Chantilly Lace with Bow by Karen Okada Climax Size XS to S

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Vintage Leather Bags Added to Vintage Seekers Fashion

1920s French Boules Bag

1940s Leather Officer's Kit Bag

1940s WWII Officer's Leather Map Case

1940s Camel Saddle Bag

The range of vintage leather bags on Vintage Seekers has been increased with a new selection of the finest example from the 20th century, online now.

Two of Vintage Seekers’ leather bags were made for army officers during the Second World War: an original 1940s WWII officer’s map case and a 1940s leather officer’s kit bag, which has the embossed initials ‘C.C.M’.

The oldest piece is a WWI military camel saddlebag commissioned in England for the Egyptian military store, most likely used in the Palestine Sinai or Gallipoli campaign from 1910-1914.

With their rich brown leather and belted straps the bags and cases are exemplary of early 20th century military kit design. These bags fit in perfectly with the current trend for satchels, yet have the enduring appeal of true vintage items.

In women’s fashion there’s now also a 1920s French barrel-shaped boules bag. It features brass fittings and is a very unusual shape with gold twist lock and semicircular handle. A stunning piece in fantastic condition.

The new range of vintage leather military bags sit alongside the larger leather Gladstone weekend bags, vintage leather luggage and ladies’ crocodile handbags listed in Vintage Seekers Fashion.

Vintage Seekers is a unique online platform and magazine dedicated to original 20th century design and collectibles. Inspired by the authenticity, style and integrity of products that have stood the test of time, bringing together the best examples of design, fashion, motoring, watches, wine and memorabilia.

Vintage Seekers focus on the best examples of 20th century design and collectibles that have stood the test of time and exude glamour, style and nostalgia. Items are priced and categorised according to their provenance and rarity.

All bags are available in the Fashion and Design sections of Vintage Seekers

www.vintageseekers.com

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An Affair with Accessories

Love vintage fashion, but have a hard time finding clothing that fits? Do you wear vintage on special occasions, but don't feel comfortable in a vintage suit or dress for work? Or, maybe you're a tad hesitant to take the full vintage leap right now, but you like the look? We've got a great solution--accessorize, accessorize, accessorize. With vintage scarves, handbags, belts, gloves, hats, shoes.... Pair a "Kelly" bag with your skirt suit for a "Graceful" look (sorry, but I couldn't resist that), or a novelty bag with your contemporary capri pants. Use a large vintage scarf instead of a belt or sash; I did this a lot when in the corporate world, and got many, many compliments on the look. Wear vintage semi-sheer dressy gloves to a party, or a pair of vintage platforms with a newer mini skirt.

And, of course, you can mix and match vintage accessories with vintage apparel--and they don't have to be from the same era. 1950's scarves look great nipping in the waists of 1960's shift dresses, and an 80's belt can add flair to a 1940's peplum dress or jacket. For some great ways to use a vintage scarf, check out our friend Couture Allure's blog here.

There are so many ways to use vintage accessories! We love them, and here are some examples!

Scarves and added belts give this 50's/60's Linen Sheath Dress from MyVintageCocktail lots of versatility:



And an added chunky vintage belt transformed this Seafoam Hand Crochet Open Weave Dress w/ Chunky Belt, Sm Med from Vintage Baubles Too:




These novelty basket purses from CatseyeVintage go equally well with a 1960's or 70's summer outfit and this season's newest looks:

Vintage 40s Post WW2 Wicker Basket Box Purse Handbag Embellished with Shells -- Made in US Zone West Germany



Vintage Unused Mint Condition Caro Nan Hand Painted Wood Basket Box Purse Hand Bag - California




For a great way to incorporate vintage into your everyday life, try a pair of eyeglasses; they are SO in style right now!

Vintage 1950s Silver Beaded Cateye Style Eyeglasses Eye Glasses from AlleyCatsVintage:




These Vintage Sheer Nylon Fancy Mustard Colored Gloves Sz Medium from AlleyCatsVintage will add panache to any special occasion:



So, if you're looking for a way to easily "do" vintage, stock up on accessories!

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