Vintage purses are one of the hottest items around. A vintage purse is “THE” in thing to have, and you’ll see a lot of Hollywood stars carrying these. Talk about exclusive.

You could literally surf the Net for hours finding beautiful vintage purses, vintage beaded purses, and vintage patterns of purses (in case you want to DIY).

The 1920’s through the 1950’s are prime years to be looking for a vintage beaded purse. The most coveted find would be the classic, circa 1950 vintage black purse, a truly exciting find. Another treasure would be a vintage mesh purse. Believe it or not, this type of bag comes in so many styles of mesh, and depending on the era it is from, you have to be careful what you buy. Quality is paramount and so is the condition. So, before you buy, decide what you want to spend, compare and then start asking questions. A beaded vintage purse could also capture your heart. Again, be careful here because there are many manufacturers who do hand beaded vintage purse replicas. If you’re looking for an original, then make sure you check it closely.

Vintage style purses have been the focus of many articles, but none so wonderful as one written in 1958 about how to properly carry a handbag. The primary focus of the article was a purse could either enhance and blend with your costume/outfit or detract from your appearance. The same thing is still true today – carry your purse like an article of clothing.

Looking for a vintage Lucite purse? Great investment if you can find one. They got their start in the early 50’s and were ideal for boxy style handbags. Most came in opaque or translucent colors with the most interesting decorations from confetti to shells and flowers to – you name it! Be sure to have your find authenticated if you’re collecting.

A vintage alligator purse would also be a truly rare find and costly. Not for the faint of heart, a bag like this is a one-of-a-kind, timeless classic. If however it celebrates your personal style, then it’s just the thing for you. You can also celebrate your individuality by finding a vintage Bally purse. Search for these on eBay. While you’re cruising through the listing on the eBay site, try tracking down a Coach purse, vintage quality or authentic vintage.

Vintage inspired purse frames can be found at craft stores if you have a hankering to try and make your own stylish vintage purse. Plastic or a variety of metals or wood will get you on the road to a lovely finished bag. You can also choose clasps that would suit your creation. Shop in the vintage purse frames triangle clasp bin and see what you can find to put the finishing touches on your purse.