A Decade-by-Decade History of Popular Handbag Styles (1969–1982)
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Lauren Adhav
Summary
A visual retrospective of the most popular handbag styles from 1969 through the early 1980s, covering iconic designs such as quilted patterns, shoulder bags, patent leather purses, briefcases, weekenders, clamshell clutches, white bags, neutral shades, the Hermès Kelly, straw bags, textured materials, Bottega Veneta's Intrecciato weave, and the Gucci Jackie bag. The article traces evolving fashion trends in handbags decade by decade.
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· 3 pulledA look back on the most popular purse styles throughout recent history, from the Hermès Kelly to the Chloe Drew.
1969: Quilted Patterns
1977: Hermès Kelly Handbag
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