Stuart Weitzman Vintage Evening Minaudière Clutch in Gold Lurex Silk
Evening Clutch / Shoulder Bag · Stuart Weitzman (Tapestry, Inc.); Premium/Luxury tier noted for red-carpet footwear and coordinated evening accessories.
Collection: Stuart Weitzman Evening Collection; likely a permanent evening staple from the late 1990s or early 2000s.
Style
Evening Clutch / Shoulder Bag
Brand
Stuart Weitzman (Tapestry, Inc.); Premium/Luxury tier noted for red-carpet footwear and coordinated evening accessories.
Material
Metallic Lurex silk/satin blend exterior with a structured frame; machine-stitched with reinforced gussets; fine-textured textile with a subtle horizontal shimmer.
Dimensions
Width: 7.5 inches, Height: 5.5 inches, Depth: 1.5 inches; Strap Drop: 20 inches approx.
Description
An elegant and timeless evening bag by Stuart Weitzman, designed to complement high-end footwear. The bag features a sophisticated champagne gold shimmer, a crisp structured silhouette, and a versatile hideaway strap for multi-way wear.
Key Features
Tuck-away braided metallic strap, internal gold-tone 'Made in Spain' logo plaque, and a rigid rectangular silhouette with fine horizontal grain fabric.
Material & Construction
Metallic Lurex silk/satin blend exterior with a structured frame; machine-stitched with reinforced gussets; fine-textured textile with a subtle horizontal shimmer.
Color & Pattern
Champagne Gold; monochromatic with a fine-ribbed horizontal shimmering textile pattern.
Hardware Details
Gold-tone hardware featuring a rectangular brass logo plaque with 'STUART WEITZMAN MADE IN SPAIN' engraving and a magnetic snap closure.
Interior Description
Smooth champagne-colored synthetic leather or sateen lining; single main compartment with a small internal pocket (implied); gold-tone brand plaque centered on back wall.
Closure Type
Magnetic snap button closure on a full-front fold-over flap.
Strap & Handle Details
Hideaway twisted metallic rope strap; provides the option to wear as a shoulder bag or tuck inside to carry as a clutch.
Craftsmanship Details
Clean edge finishing, perfectly centered magnetic snap, and tight, uniform stitching on the interior lining gussets reflecting Spanish manufacturing standards.
Authentication Indicators
Precision stitching along the top edge, high-quality engraving on the logo plate, and the specific 'Made in Spain' designation consistent with the brand's production history.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Spain; produced in artisanal workshops known for high-quality leather and textile footwear/accessory construction.
Era & Period
Late 1990s to Early 2000s (Y2K Era); characterized by the 'structured minimalist' aesthetic popular in cocktail attire at the time.
Age Estimate
Circa 1998-2005 based on the logo plaque style and the use of the hideaway rope strap common in that period.
Cultural Significance
Represents the era of 'Event Dressing' where matching your shoes specifically to your bag was a fashion mandate for galas and weddings.
Condition Notes
Excellent vintage condition; slight darkening on the silk near the edges suggests minimal handling; hardware remains bright with no visible oxidation.
Value Estimate
$75 - $150 (Resale Market value); value peaks during wedding and prom seasons.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid contact with water or oils as silk/Lurex can water-spot; store in a dust bag with the strap tucked inside to avoid snagging the fabric; professional textile cleaning only.
Similar Handbags
Judith Leiber satin clutches, vintage Ferragamo evening bags, or contemporary Loeffler Randall pleated clutches.
Interesting Facts
Stuart Weitzman is famous for creating 'million-dollar' shoes for the Oscars; this bag was designed to be the perfect companion piece for such red-carpet ensembles.