CatherineSimmsVtg
Vintage Gold Beaded Drawstring Evening Bag, Metallic Beaded Handbag, Boho Fringe Evening Bag, Art Deco Inspired Pouch
Why it's worth it
A century of beadwork, none of it machine-made.
The Edit
Looped bead fringe at the hem and a braided cord strap woven through with metallic thread signal this is not a reproduction — the hand beadwork is irregular in the way only genuine vintage pieces are, with seed beads laid in concentric botanical medallions across a metallic gold ground. The drawstring closure gathers into a ruffled cuff secured by a small decorative button at center, and the beaded tassel ends on the cord ties add weight that keeps the bag from collapsing when carried. Teal, bronze, and iridescent beads shift under light, making the surface read differently depending on the room.
Insider Tip
The looped fringe hem is fragile — keep the drawstring fully cinched when carrying to reduce stress on the base seam.
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