Vintage Black Satin Pleated Evening Bag
Frame Bag / Shoulder Bag · Unbranded/Maker's Vintage (Mid-Century Independent Goods)
Collection: Vintage Evening Collection (Non-specific manufacturer line)
Style
Frame Bag / Shoulder Bag
Brand
Unbranded/Maker's Vintage (Mid-Century Independent Goods)
Material
Silk satin fabric exterior, machine-stitched with internal rigid metal frame architecture, fabric-covered internal stiffeners
Dimensions
Width: 25 cm (10 inches), Height: 18 cm (7 inches), Depth: 8 cm (3 inches), Strap Drop: 20 cm (8 inches)
Description
An exquisite mid-century vintage evening bag crafted from rich black satin. Featuring elegant front vertical pleating, a structured silhouette, and a gleaming gold-tone frame with a classic kiss-lock closure. Topped with delicate double shoulder straps, this timeless piece exudes classic Hollywood glamour and serves as a quintessential accessory for formal events, cocktail parties, and vintage collectors.
Key Features
Structured metal kiss-lock frame, soft satin body with sophisticated vertical pleating, delicate dual shoulder straps
Material & Construction
Silk satin fabric exterior, machine-stitched with internal rigid metal frame architecture, fabric-covered internal stiffeners
Color & Pattern
Solid jet black, classic plain satin sheen finish with front vertical pleats
Hardware Details
Gold-tone metal kiss-lock frame closure with matching brass-toned hinges
Interior Description
Fabric lining, typically featuring a single slip pocket and small sidewall compartment, interior branding absent or unmarked maker tag
Closure Type
Metal kiss-lock clasp
Strap & Handle Details
Dual thin fabric-covered shoulder straps attached via metal rings on the top frame
Craftsmanship Details
Precise fabric gathering/pleating into the metal channel, neat machine stitching along internal seams, secure frame insertion
Authentication Indicators
Classic mid-century frame construction, heavy-gauge gold-tone metal hardware, hand-finished interior seams, lack of modern serialized tags indicating vintage provenance
Origin & Manufacturing
Likely USA, France, or Italy based on vintage construction styles of the era
Era & Period
Mid-20th Century / 1950s-1960s Retro Eveningwear Era
Age Estimate
Circa 1950s-1960s production
Cultural Significance
Reflects the post-war elegance and the strict sartorial codes of mid-century eveningwear, where matching bags, gloves, and shoes were essential for formal occasions
Condition Notes
Exterior appears in very good vintage condition with minor surface wear typical of age; hardware maintains good shine with minimal tarnish; structure is intact
Value Estimate
30 to 120 USD depending on exact maker, presence of original tags, and overall pristine condition
Care & Maintenance
Store stuffed with acid-free tissue inside a breathable dust bag to protect the delicate satin fabric from snags and moisture; avoid direct sunlight
Similar Handbags
Vintage Whiting & Davis mesh bags, vintage Napier satin clutches, mid-century Glomesh evening bags
Interesting Facts
Satin evening bags with structured frames became ubiquitous accessories during the post-WWII fashion boom, popularized by silver screen starlets attending glamorous red-carpet events.