My Vintage Handbag has arrived!

And it's even prettier in real life! I previously posted about a vintage handbag that was coming to me as a gift http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....-to-my-mil and it was waiting for me when I got home from work today.

It was extremely well wrapped and protected in several layers of bubble wrap and then very pretty in pink tissue paper tied with a cream and pink ribbon, with a card from the Etsy shop that it was purchased from. I felt as giddy as a little girl taking off that paper and there it was...even prettier than the picture. It is the PERFECT size and doesn't have a single flaw on it. The leather is fairly soft for patent and the Bakelite clasp is stunning.

Welcome home to my new baby!!!

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31 Comments

  • Thistle replied 11 years ago

    Beautiful! That is an amazing bag!

  • shiny replied 11 years ago

    Super cute! I can't wait to see you style it with your outfits.

  • JR replied 11 years ago

    Wow, now there's a unique item!

  • Ornella replied 11 years ago

    That is one beautiful and happy bag, having found its home in your wardrobe!

  • deb replied 11 years ago

    Oh, it is so cute!

  • replied 11 years ago

    So beautiful, Shannon! It's clear your mil treasures you!

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    Ooh, look how that patent flows! Great bag - congrats!

  • Caro in Oz replied 11 years ago

    Wow!! It's gorgeous.

  • Gaylene replied 11 years ago

    So cute! I'll be waiting to see it with one of your gorgeous dresses.

  • Parsley replied 11 years ago

    That bag looks perfect for you! Can't wait to see how you wear it!

  • Mona replied 11 years ago

    So excited for you, Shannon!

  • Deborah replied 11 years ago

    Breathtaking! And I see this working beautifully with your wardrobe.

  • Jjsloane replied 11 years ago

    Drool. Enjoy!

  • Jem replied 11 years ago

    Ooh, that's perfect for you! It's so pretty and looks to be in such great condition!

    ETA: you get the best mail! ;-)

  • Jamie replied 11 years ago

    Oh my word - it's so beautiful!!

  • Jonesy replied 11 years ago

    Creamy and cute!

  • K. Period. replied 11 years ago

    Gorgeous, Shannon! And a great MIL is a treasure, isn't she? I had a phenomenal one too--I wear her ring to remind me of her. Of course, yours is lucky to have you too, so HOORAY for you both!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    I'm glad you all like it - and the inside is lined in black velvet.

  • Suz replied 11 years ago

    She is BEE-U-Ti-FUL!

    Congratulations to the new mama!!

  • Jaime replied 11 years ago

    Gorgeous - now let's see it with you!

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    *faints*

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Uh oh....Angie? You ok??? Need the smelling salts or will a cup of tea suffice?

  • Sveta replied 11 years ago

    Stunning bag!

  • Lyn D. replied 11 years ago

    That leather reminds me of a babies bottom- I just want to stroke it ! :)

  • Debbie replied 11 years ago

    Oh Shannon it is beautiful! Can't wait to see with one of your fabulous outfit.

  • harmonica replied 11 years ago

    Gorgeous!! I was curious about is and...wow

  • lyn* replied 11 years ago

    Wow! Super cute! I hope you can take it on a ton of adventures! :D

  • ElleH replied 11 years ago

    Gorgeous bag!

  • replied 11 years ago

    That's a stunner Shannon. I can't wait to see you carry it so I can get an idea of the scale.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Thanks all! Now I have to think of the "perfect" outfit for her debut. And I think she needs a name (like Claire names her handbags) - I'm thinking of Minnie Pearl 'cause it's a smaller handbag and the grey patent leather has almost a pearlized look to it. What do you think?

  • annagybe replied 11 years ago

    Amazing, and so you!

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