1950s Pearlescent Trapeze Clear Lucite Top Handle Bag 1980s_gaultier Some of the panelled sections

Some of the panelled sections of the skirt are lined in a quality black tulle lace to add some structure

It has long bell-sleeves detailed with lace and which give way to gathered cuffs and sheer ruffles that fall over the hands

rounded neckline with sleeves which narrow slightly towards the cuffs and a piped waist band with corded drawstring

despite its weight

it is wide and curved in a sailor style which falls down over the back of the dress

1950s Pearlescent Trapeze Clear Lucite Top Handle Bag 1980s_gaultier Some of the panelled sectionsThis eye catching clear and pearlescent lucite bag was made in the 1950s. A trapeze design is one of the more desirable shapes for collectors and although unlabelled, the quality suggests it was manufactured by one of the greats Charles S Khan, Florida Handbags or Patricia of Miami. The pearlescent lucite forms the sides, lid and flap of the bag, whilst the transparent lucite sides are carved and textured with quilted style stripes. The bag is