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Product lines are categorized separately. The general information below addresses the sizes and constructions which differentiate each category.

Obi Bags: Antique and vintage Japanese obi sashes become stunning bags for day or evening. Closures include a broad array of Asian frogs, vintage buttons, metal clasps, some with tassels, and semi-precious stone pendants. This most popular design, approximately 6 inches wide by 9 inches long, consists of two internal compartments and is worn from the shoulder on a 46 inch cord in a harmonizing color.

red silk obi bag with black frog closure: closed, and open (inside) views.

elegant black organza obi bag, closed, and open (inside) views.

Opera Bags: Black, water-whorled moiré becomes a discreet bag on a smaller scale, that does not compete with jewelry or clothing. The single distinguishing feature of each bag is the antique or vintage button closure, often of glass, jet or cutwork. This design, approximately 6 inches wide by 6 inches long, is lined in black satin, consists of two internal compartments, and is worn from the shoulder on a 46- inch black cord.

Black moiré opera bag.

Opera bag, open view.

Retro Bags: Retro, vintage and Art Deco-inspired fabrics are the emphasis here. This design is identical in size and and construction to the Opera Bags. Color, fabric texture and design, closures, fun, and affordability are the attributes of these little gems.

Retro bag

Melange: Experimentals, discontinued designs, marked-down end of production items, and sale pieces, are found here. Still cute, still very functional, and very affordable.