You see Hollywood actresses carrying evening crystal bags during red carpet
events. These crystal evening bags make them look more glamorous, classy, and
sophisticated. It is carried by the most elegant, beautiful, and powerful
women. But, what’s the origin of these crystal purses?
Well, crystal
bags have been used since the 13th century. During this time,
the crystal evening bags were sewn and pieced together from elaborate wall
decorations that have rich and intricate embroidery. Even in the 14th
century, the crystal evening purse had become a status symbol and it was
carried by the most affluent and wealthy women. The more elaborate the purse
was, the wealthier the woman carrying.
During the reign of Queen Elizabeth, formal
evening bags were crocheted in the shapes of animals and fruits. But, as women
start to carry more stuff for the parties, the evening bags have become bigger.
During the early 1900s, the evening bags are more
stylish and feminine. Crystal
Evening Bags are becoming common and popular party accessories.
During the 1930s, small crystal bags called minaudiere were created. These jeweled bags
are used by socialites and the movie stars during formal evening events.
Fashion houses such as Christian Dior and Bottega Veneta also produced
interesting and elegant evening purses in the 1950s.
During the 1960s, a young fashion designer named
Judith Leiber established a handbag business. Her amazing and beautiful crystal bags are worn by women of
wealth and high social status. Judith Leiber made these satin clutch purses and
crystal purses popular. Her evening bags were carried by popular movie stars
and Presidential first ladies.
The 1970s was the age of glam rock and during
this time, Judith Leiber made the crystal evening bags even more popular. She
was called the Queen of Clutch as she designed the most elegant and interesting
formal evening bags during this era.
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