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    In the "Chattanooga Choo Choo" number of 1941's "Sun Valley Serenade", we see Dorothy Dandridge have a small purse or wallet attached by an elastic strap on her left hand; was this the fashion in the 40s?

    Question #107990. Asked by tjoebigham. (Aug 14 09 4:34 PM)


    zbeckabee

    		Here's a vintage handbag from the 40s -- Features hand strap on back for carryng while dancing, and includes its original petite change purse. Beautiful painted-look clutch bag is adorned with a single celluloid elephant. We believe this to be from the late 1940s, Asian in origin, possibly marketed to soldiers returning home from the war. (Second bag down)

    http://www.vintagebaubles.com/vintagebaublespursesandbags_1.htm

    Small beaded purse with hand strap on back. Fits on back of hand when worn. Circa 1930's. Measures 5 inches across and 3 and 1/2 inches tall. (First bag on row #3)

    http://www.michellesvintagejewelry.com/products/purse3.html

    Video:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzHIn5S-RbY

    Aug 14 09, 6:54 PM

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