Jacqueline

Inspiration

My connection to Napoleon starts with the fact that we share a birthday. Additionally, Napoleon and I love the style of the French Empire. While not at all interested in any conquest that isn’t related to fashion, I find the structural aspects of the art of this time intriguing. The Empire style includes an adherence to Ancient Greek and Roman architecture. The grid that serves as a background for the embroidery on this bag hearkens back to the structure of columns and moldings, down to the pearl at each grid corner. The tassels owe their inspiration to military emblems and insignia. Part of the joy of these styles is that every aspect of an outfit has room for decoration. From the clasps that closed capes to the buckles on shoes, there was room for glamour.

Composition

FABRIC: COTTON VELVET (LINING : SILK)

MATERIALS: TOHO BEADS, CRYSTAL, PEARLS, FRENCH WIRE, JAPANESE SILVER THREADS

MEASUREMENTS: 21CM X 12CM (WIDEST POINT)

HANDLE: 89 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. :)

280,00 €

The deep indigo velvet that serves as the base for the Jacqueline bag is an elegant beginning. The next layer of opulence is laid out in a geometric grid of silver thread, anchored by pearls where the gridlines cross. Crystal and silver beads, pearls and silver thread make up much of the sparkle offered by this purse. Jacqueline also features a large blue gem, framed in silver embroidery. Weight and stability are added to the bottom of the bag by the frame scroll I created under the gemstone. This lovely purse would be a wonderful addition to any outfit that needs to reflect opulence; you can tap into your inner Empress Josephine as you create your outfit for a special event. Like other decorative items influenced by the Baroque and Napoleonic eras, it also features sparkling tassels and is fastened with a combination of crystals and pearls. Unlike a more traditional utilitarian purse, this bag is an accessory to be treated as wearable art. Avoid overloading it; use it for light necessaries and let it shine. No matter what you choose to wear to the ball, this purse will gain you the admiration of other guests as you dance the night away!