A radiant collectible steeped in vintage American glamour
This original 1950s Whiting & Davis evening bag is a dazzling example of mid-century design, crafted in the USA and signed on the inner frame. Fashioned in the brand’s iconic bronze gold-tone metal mesh (glomesh), its supple body shimmers with every movement — exuding vintage charm with a hint of theatrical sparkle.
 
The elegant matte gold frame is crowned with a stunning rhinestone-encrusted clasp, while a sturdy chain handle (11 cm drop) completes the silhouette. Though compact, it fits all your evening essentials — lipstick, cards, keys, compact, and more — just not your phone.
 
Dimensions:
Width: 18 cm (bottom), 13 cm (top)
Height: 13 cm
Chain drop: 11 cm
 
Inside, a soft peach satin lining adds a touch of luxury, and the bag proudly bears the “Made in U.S.A.” mark. Over time, some areas of the gold mesh have mellowed into a warm bronze tone — a natural patina that only enhances its vintage charm. These signs of graceful ageing do not detract but rather enrich the character and antique beauty of the piece. (See videos for reference.)
 
Why Whiting & Davis Is a Collector’s Favourite?
Since 1876, Whiting & Davis has reigned as the gold standard in mesh handbags, blending industrial innovation with luxury appeal. Their bags are hand-assembled with incredible attention to detail, and their materials — especially the signature mesh — are celebrated for both beauty and durability.
No modern equivalent matches the fluidity, shimmer, and precision of a true Whiting & Davis piece.To hold one is to carry a piece of American design history — and this particular bag, in such pristine condition, is a collectible jewel for any vintage aficionado.
 
- 1950s
- WHITING & DAVIS (signed)
- Bronze gold mesh andgold plated gilt metal
- In very good vintage condition. Over time, some areas of the gold mesh have mellowed into a warm bronze tone, and the inside lining has some signs of ageing, which we feel, rather adds to its charm. Please see close up videos for quality assurance.
- Measures: Width: 18 cm (bottom), 13 cm (top)Height: 13 cmChain drop: 11 cm; cannot fit phones, can fit all other essentials.
- Sourced from a vintage fair, London, England