Adelaide

Inspiration

This purse was inspired by the art of Jean-Honoré Fragonard and François Boucher; their soft and misty edges contributed to the curves of Adelaide. The style of Marie Antoinette also comes to mind. If a garment must be fastened, why not make what is serviceable also pretty? The curves of nature are also a source of inspiration for me. Flower petals and the curves of a ribbon are beautiful, despite their lack of structure. The red ribbons are a bit of a deviation from the pastels of the Rococo, but they do serve to announce that Adelaide is ready to be shown off to the world!

Composition

FABRIC: COTTON VELVET (LINING : LINEN)

MATERIALS: TOHO BEADS, PRECIOSA BEADS, MIYUKI BEADS, CRYSTAL BEADS, VELVET RIBBON, METAL FRAME

MEASUREMENTS: 21CM X 14CM (WIDEST POINT)

CHAIN: 40 CM

CARE: ONLY DRY CLEANING

Jacqueline

The bags in my collection are made with the highest quality materials, sourced from all over the world. My goal is to create an “antique” look that will stand the test of time. I use gold and silver threads from Japan for shine and elegance. The beads worked into my designs are also from Japan (Toho or Miyuki beads) or from the Czech Republic (Preciosa beads). The sequins in my work are sourced from France and Italy, and the crystals from Swarovski. I use natural pearls or order them from Swarovski as well. Each of my handbags is designed to be a piece of wearable art. To keep them looking their best, treat them either as antiques or as pieces of jewelry. Avoid overloading them and they will retain their beauty for years to come.

I use high quality materials in my works. This means a longer life for the handbag, a beautiful shine and and flawless look. If I need to achieve an "antique" look, high quality materials are must. I use mostly Japanese toho or miyuki beads, less often I use Czech preciosa beads. My gold and silver threads also come from Japan. Products with silver/golden threads are especially fragile and require special care. Crystals and pearls (if not natural) I order from Swarovski. Sequins I work with come from France and Italy.
My handmade handbags are not for common everyday use (rather special events/occasions) and not for carrying extra heavy things in them. Think of them as an antique if you want them to live and serve you long. :)

150,00 €

Adelaide is a bag that will make you want to invite friends to tea. The pretty pink background is set off by a border of beads, including toho, preciosa, miyuki and crystal the scalloped gold fastening is reminiscent of the constant curves found in the rococo era. Unlike the heavy decorations of the baroque style, this bag is highlighted with 3 bows of a darker velvet ribbon. A gold chain makes it easy to carry this charming piece of wearable art. Take care not to overload it and you can enjoy this bag for years to come!