DESIGNER BRAND: Unsigned, comes with the maker's authenticity tag (ca 1990s).
TYPE: Basket shopper (a semi-structured body, a leather bottom protected by feet, a contrast stitching in ivory silk thread, two large exterior compartments lined with black suede type material, a belted tab closure, a top zipper closure, a back exterior zippered pocket). Its slightly relaxed, spacious body and the contrast hand-stitching add sporty elegance to its alluring appeal. The front buckle closure provides additional security to the top zippered closure.
SKIN: Genuine Ostrich in marvelous Dusty Pink. Fabulously supple full quill skins.
METAL: Polished silver tone closure buckle.
INTERIOR: Genuine suede (multiple pockets and pouches).
CONDITION: Looks hardly used, if ever. Comes with original tags. The skins are petal soft. Immaculate interior, perfect handles, zipper and stitching. Gorgeous.
STYLIST'S TIP: So soft and spacious, in elegant and cheerful color, this casual shopper with unique handmade details epitomizes the city-chic look, so appropriate for everyday use. Mix it with any color of the rainbow - to accent or contrast - or with rich prints for the high-impact effect.
BOOK: Read about collectible vintage ostrich handbags in our fashion encyclopedia "Exotic Skin Handbags: Alligator & Crocodile" by Victoria Stowe. You're welcome to purchase an autographed copy of the book from our Malleries boutique.
