Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Super festive and fun vintage Whiting and Davis crossbody handbag! This is the perfect going out
Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Super festive and fun vintage Whiting and Davis crossbody handbag! This is the perfect going out
$187Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 6 in W 5 in D 1 in
Antque Whiting and Davis Floral Mesh Bag with Mirror
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique Art Deco Whiting and Davis mesh bag with stamp. Gold tone frame and chain., matching small
Metal
Whiting and Davis 1980s Gold Metal Chainmail Vintage Metallic 80s Belt
By Whiting & Davis
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 80s vintage WHITING & DAVIS gold chain mail metal belt ! Features signature chainmail in
Whiting & Davis White Alumesh Purse, Circa 1940s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Whiting & Davis cream alumesh purse. enamel painted metal, gold metal frame, kiss lock
1970's Whiting & Davis Mesh Scarf Style Necklace
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's Whiting and Davis classic metal mesh triangular necklace/scarf in an unusual combination of
Whiting & Davis Bracelet Watermelon Rivoli Bangle New Never Worn Silver
By Whiting Davis
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning whiting and Davis watermelon Rivoli Bracelet. Silver tone metal with large bezel set
1930s Whiting & Davis Metal Mesh NOS Deadstock Gold-Tone Gauntlet Bracelet Set
By Whiting & Davis
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Introducing a rare vintage find, a set of two vintage 1930s Whiting and Davis metal mesh gauntlet
Base Metal
Whiting & Davis Silver Chainmail Clutch
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorable vintage Whiting & Davis silver chainmail clutch! Complete your going out look effortlessly
Antique Whiting & Davis Mesh Purse Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
New, in its original box with tags, Antique Whiting & Davis Mesh Purse / Bag. Includes original
Other
A carved Bakelite framed and cream enamelled mesh handbag, 1930s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful bag made from cream enamelled segments all interlocked, in the style of Whiting and
Whiting & Davis Gold Tone Chain Mail Crossbody Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with the Whiting & Davis Gold Tone Chain Mail Crossbody Bag, a timeless and
Whiting & Davis Silver Mesh Evening Bag with Chain Handle
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Vintage Whiting & Davis evening bag crafted in silver-tone metal mesh with structured frame
$376Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.35 in W 9.45 in D 3.35 in
Vintage Whiting & Davis Beaded Evening Bag, 1940s American Classic
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
A perfect elegant vintage American evening bag! All beaded by Whiting & Davis Co. - For You
Acrylic
Whiting & Davis silver mesh clutch with matching change purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
Whiting & Davis silver mesh evening clutch has detailed rhinestone clasp closure. The evening
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Gold Sequin Le Smoking Trousers 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
high waisted trousers with a tuxedo/ Le Smoking stripe in pale gold sequins - Styled with a Whitings
Whiting & Davis Black Mesh Evening Bag with Orange Bakelite Handle
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Vintage Whiting & Davis evening bag with black metal mesh body, structured tortoiseshell-tone
Vintage Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Halter Top, Evening Bag and Headband 3pc Set
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This rare three-piece vintage Whiting & Davis ensemble showcases the brand’s iconic
$350
H 6 in W 12 in D 2.5 in
Whiting & Davis Ivory Enamel Mesh Handbag w Bakelite Chain and Frame, 1940s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Tucson, AZ
height: 6” depth: 2 ½” bottom gusset; mouth opens to 7 ¼” handle: 6” drop label: Whiting & Davis
YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Full Skirt Size 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Whiting and Davis design is composed of a gold mesh. This item can be fashioned as a draped
$240
H 5.25 in W 0.5 in L 8 in
Whiting & Davis Gold-Tone Chainmail Metal Clutch Bag With Chain circa 1960s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Gold-Tone Chainmail Metal Clutch Bag With Chain circa 1960s is a captivating accessory that embodies the glamour and sophistication of the mid-20th century. Crafted fro...
$600
H 8.12 in W 5 in D 0.5 in L 23 in
Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rare vintage Whiting & Davis Co. gold mesh chainmail purse with frame that features a centralized
$2,295
Size: Small / Medium
Avant Garde 1980s Whiting & Davis Red Black Silver Chainmail Metal 80s Mesh Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde vintage late 80s WHITING & DAVIS red, black and silver disco chainmail metal mesh top
$400
H 10 in D 4 in L 12 in
Whiting & Davis Black Floral Print Metal Mesh Shoulder Bag W/ Black Leather Trim
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Gresham, OR
Whiting & Davis metal mesh shoulder bag in a stylized floral pattern in black, red, blue, green and
$542Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in W 20 in D 9 in
Vintage Whiting & Davis Gold-Tone Mesh Triangle Scarf Necklace, 1970s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a signed Whiting & Davis Chainmail Scarf Necklace. It is a 70s disco fever 18 x 9 x 9
Gold Plate, Brass, Gold
$383Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.25 in W 1.125 in D 0.88 in
Whiting & Davis Art Deco Gold Plate Pearl Drop Earrings, 1980s USA
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of Whiting & Davis pearl and mesh drop earrings. These Art Deco style gold-tone clip
Pearl, Gold Plate, Base Metal
Enamel Metal Mesh Shoulder Bag
By Whiting Davis
Located in New York, NY
Enamel Metal Mesh Shoulder Bag made probably by Whiting Davis in the 1970's. Enamel in Deco style
NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in San Diego, CA
cocktail dress! Features one shoulder of metal mesh chainmail, produced by Whiting & Davis. Super soft and
Whiting and Davis Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Toronto, ON
Whiting and Davis mesh purse with painted Deco pattern.
Whiting and Davis Gold Mesh Clutch
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Topanga, CA
Whiting and Davis gold domed mesh fold over frame clutch with peach colored grosgrain lining.
Whiting and Davis Metal Mesh Bag with Lime Flowers
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
A sweet and slightly psychedelic Whiting and Davis metal mesh bag in sliver with lime colored
1920s Whiting and Davis Colorful Mesh Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Wonderful 1920s enamel and mesh whiting and davis bag. Some wear to a few mesh pieces in the design
Unavailable
Vintage 1940s Whiting and Davis bag
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Whiting and Davis off white mesh bag with plastic handle. Excellent unworn condition
1920s Whiting and Davis Metallic Green Mesh Bag
By Whiting & Davis, Charles Whiting
Located in Houston, TX
This quintessential accessory of the 1920s by Whiting and Davis still holds up today
Whiting and Davis Gold Mesh Purse
Located in Topanga, CA
Whiting and Davis shiny gold mesh purse with fold over flap closure and shiny gold chain strap that
Edwardian Whiting and Davis Dresden Multi-Color Mesh Bag
By Charles Whiting, Whiting & Davis
Located in Houston, TX
Highly collectible Whiting and Davis mesh purse. This hand bag features painted mesh with an
1930s Whiting and Davis Art Deco Dresden Multi-Color Mesh Bag
By Whiting & Davis, Charles Whiting
Located in Houston, TX
Highly collectible Whiting and Davis mesh hand bag. This particular bag features wonderfully
1960s Whiting and Davis Metal Mesh Bag with Lime Flowers
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
A 1960s flower power metal mesh bag from Whiting and Davis. Lime green flowers on painted on the
1920s Whiting and Davis Floral Enamel Mesh Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Houston, TX
Delicate and dainty 1920s Whiting and Davis evening purse! This gorgeous enamel mesh purse
Leo Narducci for Whiting and Davis Metal Mesh Bag
By Leo Narducci, Whiting & Davis
Located in Topanga, CA
Very rare, 1960's, Leo Narducci for Whiting and Davis stainless steel metal mesh purse with extra
1920s Whiting and Davis Blue Enamel Art Deco Clasp Mesh Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant 1920s Whiting and Davis evening purse! This gorgeous mesh purse features a pressed art deco
1960s Whiting and Davis Silvertone Snake Choker, Earrings, and Belt
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful Whiting and Davis Snake coil choker, earrings, and belt are magnificent. Thick, round
Classic Gold Chain Mail Bib Necklace by Designer Whiting and Davis
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Dordogne, FR
Vintage 1960’s gold chain mail bib necklace by designer whiting and Davis in very good condition
Gold Plate
Whiting and Davis Metal Mesh Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Topanga, CA
Whiting & Davis: The Whiting & Davis Company is best known for making mesh chains and mesh purses
Whiting and Davis Enameled Gold Mesh Clutch
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Topanga, CA
Unused gold metal mesh with black glossy domed enameled coating. Black satin lining and exterior piping. Kept in pristine condition, this clutch is the perfect evening addition to a...
Whiting and Davis Gold Mesh Frame Bag
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gold evening bag in mesh. Fully lined. One inner zip pocket. Rhinestone embellished clasp. Includes original tag. Gold tone chain shoulder strap. Gold tone metal at top where the bag...
Whiting and Davis Shiny Silver Metal Mesh Handbag
Located in Topanga, CA
Shiny domed metal disk mesh with long silver chain strap. Fully lined in silky black lining. Singular interior pocket. Adjustable strap to take this bag from day to night.
1970s American Handbags and Purses
Whiting & Davis Bohemian Necklace
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Unused Whiting and Davis necklace with original tag. Stamped as well. Plating is in excellent
Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Galveston, TX
An ornate, rare piece of history is this Whiting & Davis mesh purse, Circa. The 1920s-1929. This
Unavailable
60s Mesh Dragon Bracelet
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Unsigned Whiting and Davis style mesh bracelet, adjustable. Dragon heads are well preserved.
Circa 1920s Whiting & Davis Dresden Mesh Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Long Beach, CA
Circa 1920s to 1930s Whiting & Davis delicate gold tone metal mesh purse embellished with a bright
1960's Whiting & Davis White Enameled Mesh Handbag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a handsome 1960's vintage, white enameled metal mesh bag by Whiting & Davis with a silver
Whiting & Davis Deco Colorful Mesh Evening Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York City, NY
Whiting & Davis colorful art deco mesh evening bag. Clasp works well, links line up and lay flat
1950's Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Handbag-Rhinestone Clasp
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Oradell, NJ
-shaped rhinestone surrounded by tiny clear rhinestones in a gold toned mounting. Whiting & Davis is
1950's Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Handbag for Evening
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a wonderful 1950's vintage, Whiting & Davis gold mesh evening bag whose frame is
Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse with Mother of Pearl and Key Holder
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
! Beautiful Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse w. Mother of Pearl Accent and Matching Key Holder. Length of
1970s Whiting & Davis Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Bracelet and Earrings
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Houston, TX
Striking Egyptian revival bracelet and earrings set by Whiting & Davis. The bracelet features the
Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Cross Body Evening Bag Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous vintage Whiting & Davis gold metal mesh cross body evening bag with rayon satin lining and
1930'S Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Wristlet Evening Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1930'S Whiting & Davis Coveted Gold Metal Mesh "Wristlet" Evening Bag. Features a gold brass smooth
Whiting & Davis Deco Hand-Tinted Dresden Mesh Evening Purse 1920s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is a Whiting & Davis hand-tinted Dresden mesh purse from the 1920s. The very fine dark
1920 Mandalian Mfg. Company Teal Yellow and Rust Mesh Fringed Bag
Located in Houston, TX
before Whiting and Davis! Drop: 6"
Whiting & Davis Silver Metal Mesh Bib Necklace/Collar
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a striking Whiting & Davis silver metal mesh collar/bib necklace. The tag is present and
Mid-Century Whiting & Davis Copper Snake Hinged Bangle
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Long Beach, CA
C1950/1960s Whiting & Davis copper hinged bangle embellished with two coiled snakes. The interior
Copper
20th Century Gold And Carved Glass Necklace And Earrings By, Whiting & Davis S/3
By Whiting & Davis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
signed, Whiting & Davis. The large necklace pendant measures: 2.5" x 2" inches. The earrings measure
1920s Mandalian Mfg. Company Black Painted Mesh Bag
Located in Houston, TX
who actually patented the flat mesh machine and painted flat mesh idea a good 5 years before Whiting
1920's Teal and Coral Mandalian MFG Painted Flat Mesh Purse
Located in Houston, TX
machine and painted flat mesh idea a good 5 years before Whiting and Davis! Drop: 7"
1920s Mandalian Mfg Company Pink and Gold Flat Mesh Bag
Located in Houston, TX
good five years before Whiting and Davis! Drop: 6" Length: 13.5" Width: 4"
1920's Dresden Enamel Baby-Fine Mesh Handbag on Gilded Frame
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Oradell, NJ
, almost resembling a miniature woven tapestry, with an ornate gilded frame by Whiting & Davis. The bag
Vintage Beaded Handbag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in San Diego, CA
What a beauty! Whiting & Davis vintage beaded handbag in silver, gold, pink and green. Fringe
Vintage Beaded Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in San Diego, CA
Wow! This bag is absolutely breathtaking! This bag features silver beaded detail throughout and one small chain. Interior is lined in silk fabric.
Whiting and Davis Silver Mesh Evening Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Whiting and Davis bag comes to you in dazzling silver mesh with hardware to match! Bag easily
Whiting and Davis Color Block Metal Mesh Bag 1970s
By Whiting Davis
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous Whiting and Davis color block metal mesh chain mail shoulder strap bag. It is square
Whiting and Davis Oil Slick Gold Metal Mesh Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
Whiting and Davis Oil Slick Gold Metal Mesh Top
1980s Ferrera for Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Mesh Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
1980s Ferrera for Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Mesh Top
WHITING and DAVIS Plastron in Gilt Mesh
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Paris, FR
Superb Whiting and Davis plastron in golden mesh made with great finesse and precision, it dresses
Gilt Metal
1970s Whiting and Davis Gold-Toned Metal Mesh Halter Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulously sexy 1970s Whiting and Davis gold-toned metal mesh halter top with ties at neck and
1950s Whiting and Davis Summer Celluloid and Metal Mesh Hand Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Whiting and Davis Summer Celluloid and Metal Mesh Hand Bag
1960s Whiting and Davis Silver Metal Mesh Snake Coil Necklace
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fabulous 1960s Whiting and Davis snake necklace. Quilted silver tone snake head and tail on either
1970s Whiting and Davis Bronze Metal Mesh Halter Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring The 70s Back With This Metal Mesh Backless Halter Top! By Whiting and Davis, this top
1970s Whiting and Davis Red Metal Mesh Halter Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring The 70s Back With This Metal Mesh Backless Halter Top! By Whiting and Davis, this top
1970s Whiting and Davis Silver Metal Mesh Halter Crop Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring The 70s Back With This Metal Mesh Backless Halter Top! By Whiting and Davis, this crop top
1970s Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Mesh Halter Crop Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring The 70s Back With This Metal Mesh Backless Halter Top! By Whiting and Davis, this crop top
1970s Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Mesh Bias Drape Halter Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Whiting and Davis gold metal mesh bias drape halter top: Seriously sexy and daring molten
1970s Whiting and Davis Tiger Print Metal Mesh Halter Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring The 70s Back With This Metal Mesh Backless Halter Top! By Whiting and Davis, this top
1970s Whiting and Davis Silver Metal Mesh and Leather Drape Halter Top
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Whiting and Davis silver metal mesh bias drape halter top: Seriously sexy and daring molten
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$275
Size: Fits IT 40, US 4 see measurement
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...
Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Look Brown Ruffle Trim Sun Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta brown pencil dress with raw edged ruffle trim. Grosgrain trim circles the bodice. Boned at bodice for shape. Back zip and hook and eye. Seen in another color in L...
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
1950s Vintage Fuchsia Barbie Pink Scalloped Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vibrant fuchsia pink cocktail dress from the 1950s. Full sweep and scalloped edges. Details: Partially Lined Side Metal Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated Size:...
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress Size M Gucci gold metallic mini dress featuring plunging neckline, long sleeves and tie accents at neck. From the Fa...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
You might not expect chain-mesh bags to predate sliced bread by three decades, but it’s true. The very first mesh purse was created by Charles Whiting (1864–1940) in 1892 while working for the jewelry manufacturer Wade Davis & Company in Plainville, Massachusetts. Whiting joined the company at the age of 16, and by 1896 he formed a partnership to purchase it, renaming it the Whiting & Davis Company.
While the original Whiting & Davis mesh purse was made entirely by hand — artisans hammered out the links and wove them together — the company developed a machine to automate fabrication in 1912. With the ability to produce more rapidly and prolifically, Whiting & Davis became a veritable mesh empire, creating handbags and purses in all shapes, styles and colors, including ones made from precious metals, painted with Art Deco designs and silk-screened with Impressionistic images. The purses became status icons for the stylish elite, particularly with the flappers of the 1920s.
Over the years, Whiting & Davis struck up partnerships with some of the most talented designers of the time, including Paul Poiret, Elsa Schiaparelli and Elsa Peretti, who used their mesh in elegant pieces for Tiffany & Co., propelling their popularity even further. After a brief hiatus during World War II, when Whiting & Davis produced radar equipment rather than handbags, the brand continued to develop an ever-expanding line of products that included clothing.
In the 1970s, Whiting & Davis accessories and clothing were the rage of the disco scene. By the early 2000s, everyone from Paris Hilton to Lady Gaga donned the brand’s mesh handbags.
Recent innovations to their offerings include color mesh and fine mesh, with the brand refocusing on fashion jewelry with the launch of a new collection in 2013 featuring a revamped vintage snake-bracelet design. The company has been based in North Attleboro, Massachusetts, since 1995, also supplying its renowned chain mesh for industrial uses like work gloves and protective applications such as shark suits for divers.
Find vintage Whiting & Davis mesh handbags, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.