BAGS FOR SWOONING

The accessory business is serious these days.  I am confident luxury brands have focus groups to determine if newly-designed bag will be a hit with customers months before producing the design en masse.  Being an IT bag isn't what it is cut up to be!  The luxury business does not take its handbags lightly, but thankfully these three bags are functional and festive.  The Moschino bag pokes fun of a Hermes Kelly.  The Charles Jourdan is sleek and sexy, which in my book is something that makes me swoon.  The Salvatore Ferragamo bag has you covered in primary color-blocking to match just about everything in your wardrobe.  I like accessories that make a statement.  These three vintage bags from the 1980s follow my accoutrement advice: be bold, make them swoon, and never let them see you sweat. The Moschino and Ferragamo bags are mini-me sizes, so what they don't have in girth, they certainly deliver in style!

-Cameron

Moschino black canvas bag, c.1980's. 2 x 5.5 x 7.  SOLD

Charles Jourdan black patent with gold clasp, c.1980's. 3.5 x 6.5 x 10.  SOLD

Ferragamo multi color shoulder bag, c.1980's. 1.5 x 5 x 6.  SOLD

For additional information, please email blog@decadesinc.com or call + 1 323 655-1960. You may also visit us in person at Decades 8214 Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Please reference the description above, if calling or emailing.

MIGHTY MINI

Since its creation in 1955, the Chanel 2.55 bag has managed to gain as much press as the supermodels and A-List stars who wear it. This mini-alligator is the perfect size to transition from day into evening, especially when all you require is a credit card, lipstick, and a few naughty must-haves for that last minute rendezvous!

Wear it with a flirty LBD or paint your nails black, grab your fiercest ankle-boots and rock out your summer!

Chanel, 2.55 mini-alligator with gold hardware, c. 80s. Measures 7"x2.5"x5.5" SOLD

For additional information, please email blog@decadesinc.com or call + 1 323 655-0223. You may also visit us in person at Decades 8214 1/2 Melrose Avenue (2nd Floor) at Harper Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Please reference the description above, if calling or emailing. For email requests, kindly include your full name and phone number plus City, State, and Country from which you are contacting, so may offer you a high level of personal service.

And the Envelope Goes To...

Bottega Veneta, known for their unique leather-weaving technique, took a departure from the norm when they created this envelope style, tri-fold bag. Complete with not one, but two openings of varying styles (the back is a basic snap closure while the front features a tassel and pull type of closure). The strap provides an easy way to carry the bag traditionally over the shoulder or across the chest, for effortlessly chic daytime appeal.

The forest-green color is not only great for anchoring a flowy summer dress with the perfect wedge heel, this color also lends itself to an easy autumn accessories transition. The diagonally embossed grid design offers immense texture to this treasured Bottega piece. Grab a summer dress that inspires you, a pair of shades, and declare that "the Envelope Goes To...You!"

Bottega Veneta forest-green, envelope shoulder bag. Measures 9" x 2" x 8" SOLD

For additional information, please email blog@decadesinc.com or call + 1 323 655-0223. You may also visit us in person at Decades 8214 1/2 Melrose Avenue (2nd Floor) at Harper Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Please reference the description above, if calling or emailing. For email requests, kindly include your full name and phone number plus City, State, and Country from which you are contacting, so may offer you a high level of personal service.

Chanel Bags at Dover Street Market!

Hello Decades readers! Last week we promised you some lovely deadstock Chanel bags. These pieces are available at our London location inside Dover Street Market, 17-18 Dover Street; London, W1S 4LT, United KingdomR (EXCEPT FOR THE BUCKET BAG BELOW) . These pieces are NOT available at Decades in Los Angeles. Please do not contact the blog for information on these bags; instead, call +44 (20) 7518 0680. If you are interested in the bucket bag, it is here at Decades in Los Angeles so email blog@decadesinc.com or phone us + 1 323 655 0223.

Chanel Black Patent Leather Shoulder Purse with Tassel, c. 1980s. Measures 7 X 5 X 2. SOLD

Chanel Black Calfskin Bucket Bag with Tassel, c. 1980s. Measures 7 1/2 x 8 x 4. SOLD

Chanel Navy Wool Jersey & Leather 2.55 Purse, c. 1980s. Measures 9 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 2 1/2.

Chanel Creme Lambskin Purse with Tassel, c. 1980s. Measures 7 x 5 x 2 1/2. SOLD

Chanel Black Calfskin Purse with Tassel, c. 1980s. Measures 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 3. SOLD

Chanel Navy Calfskin Purse with Long Ornamental Tassel, c. 1980s. Measures 7 1/2 x 5 x 2. SOLD

All items now available through Decades London at Dover Street Market, +44 (20) 7518 0680. Do not contact Decades in Los Angeles for information, as prices are only available from Dover Street Market staff.

Quilting, Anyone?

One of our favorite things at Decades is quilting--and we're not talking about blanket-making. Specifically, we're referring to Chanel's famous and fabulous 2.55 purse, shown below in scrumptious caramel and navy. Both of these bags are from the 1980s, but they've never been used! We've got a bevy of Chanel waiting to be posted so check back daily to get your fix. Note that these bags are NOT at Decades, they are at Dover Street Market.

Chanel 2.55 Purse in Caramel Calfskin with gold CC Logo and Chain Handles, Deadstock, c. 1980s. Measures 8" by 5½" by 2". SOLD

Chanel 2.55 Purse in Navy Calfskin with gold CC Logo and Chain Handles, Deadstock, c. 1980s. Measures 7" by 5" by 2½". SOLD

Punch-Drunk In Love for Chanel!

Looking for that most classic of bags in a color that's anything but ordinary? Fall in love with this suede Chanel shoulder bag in luscious sangria! Yes, everything looks a little better with one down the hatch--take this one out for an afternoon of power-shopping and feel that light-headed dizziness as friends, enemies, and everyone in between stares on in envy. The generous dimensions enable you to carry your keys, wallet, sunnies, and even a flask (you know who you are, ladies) without breaking a sweat.

Chanel Quilted Suede Shoulder Purse in Sangria with Gold Chain Strap and Tassel, c. 1980s. Measures 9" by 6" by 2". SOLD


For additional information, please email blog@decadesinc.com or call + 1 323 655-0223. You may also visit us in person at Decades 8214 1/2 Melrose Avenue (2nd Floor) at Harper Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Please reference the description above, if calling or emailing. For email requests, kindly include your full name and phone number plus City, State, and Country from which you are contacting.

Chanel Purses in Gorgeous Spring Colors!

We're used to seeing Chanel's iconic quilted purses in a rather limited range of colors--namely, black, blue, and white. That's why Decades is tickled to present two pristine purses in perfect spring colors! Each features supple quilted calfskin and a gold woven shoulder strap.

Chanel Kelly Green Leather Quilted Shoulder Bag, c. late 1980s. Measures 7" by 5".SOLD

Chanel Red Leather Quilted Shoulder Bag, c. late 1980s. Measures 8" by 6". SOLD

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO PURCHASE EMAIL BLOG@DECADESINC.COM OR PHONE 323 655 0223. PLEASE REFERENCE THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE.