60s plastic beaded statement purse nylon skirt designer: givenchy

designer: givenchy

part of the artwear boom that blurred lines between souvenirs and fine art merch

often featuring clever phrases and jewel-like embellishments

durable materials

60s plastic beaded statement purse nylon skirt designer: givenchyHand assembled clear plastic beaded purse by Flair Fashions, Hong Kong, luminous looped beadwork over fabric base; zip top, lined. Beaded handbags like this one were popular from the mid century through the Y2K era, admired for how they merged craft with playful glamour. Made from faceted acrylic beads, this piece reflects a long tradition of hand linked accessories that have recently resurfaced in modern fashion through designers like Susan