About The Paper Bag Princess
Elizabeth Mason founded The Paper Bag Princess Vintage Couture in 1992 followed by her first reference book, The Rag Street Journal, The Ultimate Guide to Shopping Thrift Across North America; Henry Holt. Mason opened her first boutique, The Paper Bag Princess, West Hollywood in 1995. The boutique specializes in glamorous, sexy, designer vintage evening and cocktail fashions. Mason appeared on Oprah with her book The Rag Street Journal, searching for hidden riches in homes across America. Mason released her 2nd reference book in 2002, Valuable Vintage, The Insider’s Gu...Read More

Established in 19951stDibs seller since 2009
Featured Pieces
Oscar De La Renta Multicolor Warp Print Gown w/ Gathers
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar De La Renta Multicolor Warp Print Gown w/ Gathers Circa 2000s. In excellent condition
Actual Measurements:
Bust 34
Waist 26
Hip 36
Size 4
Gown ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses
A LA REINE DES FÉES Black Satin Clutch with Rhinestone Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A La Reine Des Fées black satin evening clutch with rhinestone clasp. This evening clutch is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with th...
Category
1980s French Evening Bags and Minaudières
JUDITH LEIBER Black Satin Evening Bag with Jet Black Rhinestones
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber black satin evening bag with jet black rhinestones. This evening bag is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with this love...
Category
1980s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
JUDITH LEIBER Green Lizard Skin Wallet with Gold Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber green lizard skin wallet with gold metal clasp. This wallet is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with this lovely wallet...
Category
1980s Italian Wallets
CHANEL Black Leather Quilted Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel black quilted leather wallet. This wallet is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with...
Category
1980s French Wallets
HERMÈS Black Leather Crossbody Bag with Silver Buckle and Adjustable Strap
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermès black leather crossbody bag with silver buckle and adjustable strap. This crossbody bag is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider wi...
Category
1970s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
HERMÈS Dark Brown Leather Crossbody Bag with Gold Buckle and Adjustable Strap
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermès dark brown leather crossbody bag with gold buckle and additional adjustable strap. This crossbody bag is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas ...
Category
1970s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
HERMÈS Burgundy Leather Two-Way Crossbody Bag with Adjustable Strap
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermès burgundy leather two-sided crossbody bag with adjustable strap. This crossbody bag is in 'LIKE NEW' condition. There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with this lovely crossbody bag. It had been very gently used and carefully stored in its sleeper bag over the years.
Provenance, actress Evans Evans Frankenheimer, widow of noted American film director, John Frankenheimer.
Very Rare and Stylish HERMES crossbody...
Category
1970s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, with waves of Purple and Blue Beads & Sequins
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, with waves of Purple and Blue Beads & Sequins.
This is a lovely Special Order Bob Mackie. It is white with white, green, teal and purple sequins an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Evening Gowns
Chanel Black Boucle w/ Stripes and Gold Accents Skirt Suit (5PC) Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel Black Boucle suit with cream and black silk stripe sleeveless blouse, scarf and belt. Gold metal Clover buttons. Total 5 pieces, Circa 1990s....
Category
1990s French Skirt Suits
YVES SAINT LAURENT 1983 Red Strapless Button Front Evening Gown with Pockets
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yves Saint Laurent 1983 red silk strapless, button front evening gown with pockets.
This evening gown is in 'LIKE NEW' condition.
There are no s...
Category
1980s French Evening Gowns
BOB MACKIE Asymmetrical Glass Bead and Sequined Dress with Beaded Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
BOB MACKIE Asymmetrical One Shoulder Glass beaded and Sequined Gown with Fringe. This gown is in 'LIKE NEW' condition.
There are no significant flaws or wear areas to consider with...
Category
1980s American Evening Gowns
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