Munich - Top Handle Bags

Early Moschino pieces designed by Franco Moschino himself – often referred to as Italian fashion's "enfant terrible" – within the short period when he launched the House of Moschino in 1983 until he passed away in 1994 are sought after and highly collectible. This treasure, like several others that are already available in my shop and more to be listed gradually, comes direct from a German socialite and fashion collector so has not been on the market prior to this. This exceptional and rare Spring/Summer 1993 Moschino box bag is a love letter to Italy and dedicated to the city of Florence. It showcases some heraldic symbols, the so called 'Giglio' – a stylized red iris that is the emblem of the Tuscan capital – and the Florentine colours. The design is a wonderful example of Franco Moschino's fanciful creations and captures the fun vibe that Moschino has always represented as a brand. I am delighted to have found documentation of the matching jacket (I had in the shop as well) with a photo of a "Tribute to Florence" window display from January 1993 in the book about Moschino "X Anni di Kaos! 1983 1993". See the last two pictures. The twin of the jacke is part of the permanent collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The top handle bag features 22 gold metal fleur-de-lis studs set onto a royal blue patent leather on one side and an oversized cream patent leather fleur-de-lis on the other side sewn onto cherry-red patent leather. The sides are cross-striped in black and white and the bottom plain cream with five gold metal bag...

Tom Ford’s tenure at Gucci was a key moment in fashion history. In 1992 the Texan designer was appointed design director, and in 1994, creative director. His aesthetic of pared-down minimalism and understated yet flirty luxury became iconic. From the house of Gucci''s Fall 1996 collection, this sophisticated shoulder bag embodies Ford''s design language. The twin of it in brown pony was photographed for the design house's ad campaign (see the picture after the label shot). Vogue Runway writes about the Fall 1996 collection: "Tom Ford’s super-sexy Fall 1995 show for Gucci was, as Vogue’s Sarah Mower has put it, “one of those hitting-in-the-solar-plexus moments” for the fashion set. Two seasons later, his Fall 1996 show had the same effect for a much broader audience, now receptive to Ford...

Tom Ford’s tenure at Gucci was a key moment in fashion history. In 1992 Ford was appointed design director, and in 1994, creative director. By the first six months of 1995, the compa...

"As air travel became more popular from the 1930s, luggage allowed into aeroplane cabins had to be light and small enough to fit within the limited storage space. Cosmetics companies such as Elizabeth Arden began to produce compact vanity cases, (...) which became associated with the glamour of flying." – Courtesy of Victoria and Albert Museum, London This is a rare and impossibly chic original 1950s/1960s Elizabeth Arden top handle vanity case in excellent condition. Thanks to its unusual design for a beauty case, it can be used perfectly as an overnight case or handbag as well. Made from a glossy black crocodile pattern leather outside, the interior is lined in black edged ruby leather. The design features a structured silhouette with two top handles, protective metal feet and a perfectly working gold metal flip-lock closure. A detachable key hood in matching leather houses the original key. There are two main compartments, one for your beauty products – where the lining is covered with wipeable clear plastic – with a series of adjustable leather loops where you can secure bottles and containers. The other one has two gusseted slip pockets, one of them carrying a black leather stand-up mirror. Love the ruby moiré lining of the mirror's reverse! The compartments are divided by a zipped pocket to separate smaller essentials. Stamped inside "Elizabeth Arden". Comes with a white dust bag. A usable and collectable piece of beauty and fashion history that would be a wonderful addition to any museum! The case comes direct from a fashionable German client and has not been on the market prior to this. Excellent vintage condition. Interior clean and fresh, no stains or smell. Minimal wear to the closure (see pictures 7 & 8). Appears to have been used very little. Height: 23 cm – 9.1" Height with handles: 33 cm – 13" Length: 26,5 cm – 10.43" Width: 8,5 to 14,5 cm – 3.35" to 5.71" Reference Photos: Elizabeth Arden's Beauty Boxes Advertisement / Grace Kelly in "Rear Window" with a similar overnight case designed by Gerald Murphy...

Early Moschino pieces designed by Franco Moschino himself – often referred to as Italian fashion's "enfant terrible" – within the short period when he launched the House of Moschino in 1983 until he passed away in 1994 are sought after and highly collectible. This treasure, like several others that are already available in our shop Oh! Jackie, comes direct from a German socialite and fashion collector so has not been on the market prior to this. This exceptional early 1990s MOSCHINO COUTURE bag...

Early Moschino pieces designed by Franco Moschino himself – often referred to as Italian fashion's "enfant terrible" – within the short period when he launched the House of Moschino ...

Pucci terry cloth pieces were designed for the beach and reflect the jet set life style that Emilio Pucci and his clients often lived within the 1960...

This crocodile print leather top handle bag shows a beautiful colour gradient from light grey (matt central panel) to charcoal grey (glossy sides) on the front whereas the glossy bac...

This multi-coloured trapeze-shaped silk blend print bag features vibrant colours, a gold-toned link chain handle and a front flap with magnetic fastening. It has one compartment with...