Vintage 1970s Gold Silver Metallic Fabric Evening Clutch Bag Chain Strap Frame

Metallic brocade evening bags like this one were made to catch light and hold almost nothing — which was the point.

A 1970s frame clutch in gold and silver metallic fabric, cut in a bold geometric diamond-and-chevron patchwork. The brass-tone kiss-lock frame closes with a satisfying click; the short chain strap is 38 cm and sits comfortably over the wrist or tucked into the crook of the arm. Interior is lined in plain cream fabric with a single open compartment.

The two-tone gold and silver patchwork is a distinctive period feature — it reads as deliberate colour-blocking rather than a mixed-up fabric.

Works for evenings where a small bag is enough: a card, some cash, a lipstick. The chain is short enough to wear as a wristlet or loop over the shoulder for a vintage-film look. Pairs naturally with a black column dress or with high-waisted 1970s-inspired trousers.

Details

• Type: Evening clutch bag
• Era: 1970s
• Material: Metallic brocade fabric (gold and silver), gold-tone metal frame
• Closure: Kiss-lock ball clasp (frame clasp)
• Strap: Gold-tone chain, 38 cm
• Lining: Cream fabric, single compartment
• Size: 19 × 14 × 2 cm
• Marked: No

Condition

Excellent · Frame clasp functions smoothly, fabric clean with no pulls or damage, lining intact, chain unbroken.