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(source) Let me tell you a secret...some of the best 1940's handbags are from the 1980's. Wait what? Well, what I mean is, you can find two very similar black faux leather clutch handbags that are nearly identical despite being made 40 years apart, and the 1940's bag can set you back 100$ plus- but the 1980's bag will usually be under 20$ bucks. So what's a retro gal to do? Now, I'll be flat out honest, I really don't like the elitist sec of the vintage community that looks down upon people…

1956 Sears Christmas Book

Breaking down the trends & styles of 1950s purses & handbags with pictures. Featuring vintage purses like Chanel, Gucci, Hermes, lucite handbags and more.

Last time we looked at the fabrics pages of the spring/summer 1943 Montgomery Wards catalog and today I have some wonderful accessories! Rain boots, umbrellas, collars and dickies, handbags, and shoes! I especially love looking at the styles of clutch bags, because when shopping for bags I have noticed many 1940's bags labeled as 1970's, and when sellers make that dating mistake you can sometimes scoop up a really great deal. Usually since things from the 1940's are rarer than things from…

What did women wear in the 1950s? Attending Hot August Nights, the largest classic car show in the west, has inspired me to take a look at 1950s fashion for women. My husband and I usually dress up in vintage or repro '50s clothes before going out to see all the cars. Sadly, not very

Breaking down the trends & styles of 1950s purses & handbags with pictures. Featuring vintage purses like Chanel, Gucci, Hermes, lucite handbags and more.

1950 Sears Christmas Book, Page 75

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