Anna Sui Vintage Crest Logo Flap Bag in Bone White
Shoulder / Crossbody Flap Bag · Anna Sui; independent luxury designer brand known for 'boho-chic' and vintage aesthetic; high-end contemporary tier.
Collection: Anna Sui Signature Accessory Collection, likely a seasonal heritage-inspired release from the late 90s or early 2000s.
Style
Shoulder / Crossbody Flap Bag
Brand
Anna Sui; independent luxury designer brand known for 'boho-chic' and vintage aesthetic; high-end contemporary tier.
Material
Grained bovine leather (calfskin) with a subtle sheen; machine-stitched construction with rolled piping edges and a structured base.
Dimensions
Width: 22cm (8.7"), Height: 15cm (5.9"), Depth: 6cm (2.4"); Small-to-Medium size profile.
Description
A charming example of Anna Sui’s signature vintage-meets-rock-and-roll aesthetic, this flap bag features a cream-colored pebbled leather body anchored by a massive, baroque-style antique brass medallion. The curved lines of the double-flap front provide a soft, feminine silhouette that contrasts with the heavy, ornate hardware.
Key Features
Oversized ornate 'AS' crest medallion; double-layered front flap design; antique-finished hardware; subtle pebbled leather texture.
Material & Construction
Grained bovine leather (calfskin) with a subtle sheen; machine-stitched construction with rolled piping edges and a structured base.
Color & Pattern
Bone White / Off-White; solid color with no pattern aside from the characteristic pebbled grain of the leather.
Hardware Details
Antique brass / Bronzed gold finish; features a large circular ornate crest medallion central to the flap with 'AS' initials, crown, and filigree motifs.
Interior Description
Typically lined in branded purple or black jacquard fabric; features one main compartment with a side zip pocket and leather brand patch.
Closure Type
Magnetic snap button concealed beneath the decorative crest flap.
Strap & Handle Details
Flat adjustable leather shoulder strap attached via antique brass D-rings located at the gussets.
Craftsmanship Details
Standard contemporary luxury manufacturing; features neat tonal stitching and well-executed edge painting, with high-quality heavy-cast metal hardware.
Authentication Indicators
Alignment of the 'AS' logo within the crest; quality of the antique brass plating (not shiny/cheap); consistent machine stitching; branded interior hardware (if visible).
Origin & Manufacturing
Likely manufactured in China or Japan under license; early Anna Sui leather goods often featured high-quality Japanese production standards.
Era & Period
Late 1990s to early 2000s 'Indie Sleaze' and Boho-Chic era; characterized by ornate, gothic-influenced hardware and vintage silhouettes.
Age Estimate
Circa 1998–2005 based on the hardware style and the specific 'AS' crest logo used during that period.
Cultural Significance
Anna Sui accessories from this era represent the peak of the 'Alternative' fashion movement in the early 2000s, often seen on style icons like Chloe Sevigny.
Condition Notes
Moderate condition: noticeable creasing and sagging on the lower front panel; some minor leather scuffing at the edges; hardware shows light oxidation consistent with age.
Value Estimate
Resale value: $120–$250 USD depending on the rarity of the specific hardware design and the interior condition.
Care & Maintenance
Apply a leather conditioner to prevent further drying/creasing; store with tissue stuffing to regain structure; use a brass polisher carefully on the medallion.
Similar Handbags
Vintage Coach Willis Bag (more utilitarian), Marc Jacobs Stam (more heavy hardware), or Vivienne Westwood Orb bags (similar punk/royalist aesthetic).
Interesting Facts
Anna Sui is famous for never changing her aesthetic to follow trends; this bag represents the 'Gothic Lolita' and victorian influences that made her a cult favorite in Japan.