Gucci Bamboo Bag: History of the Iconic bag
The Gucci Bamboo Bag, one of the most recognizable symbols of Gucci, is definitely an iconic It-Bag!
The creation of this coveted purse dates back to 1947. Back then Gucci was known for their impeccable quality of finest Italian leathers. It had been an established Italian brand from 1921 mainly serving horseback riders, crafting unique saddles and other accessories for the saddle.
After the end of World War II the raw materials. Gucci artisans struggled to find high-quality raw materials for the new collection. They were desperate and ready for experiments to bring another collection to the public. After months of experiments, Guccio Gucci came across bamboo cane - comparatively easily imported from Japan - and used it as a bag handle. He treated bamboo with a unique method and very soon European fashionistas were craving for a bamboo bag.
The first Bamboo Bag had a structured shape and a semi-circle bamboo handle. It was crafted from pigskin.
This purse quickly became an iconic bag. In 50-s,60-s many celebrities and tastemakers were spotted wearing this beauty - Grace Kelly, Ingrid Bergman, Vanessa Redgrave, and others.
Celebrities wearing Gucci Bamboo Bag
Gucci Bamboo bag facts you didn't know
- The bag is assembled by hand from 140 separate pieces and it requires 13 hours of work to create this beauty.
- Ingrid Bergman carried the Gucci Bamboo bag in Roberto Rossellini’s film “Journey to Italy” in 1954
- Vanessa Redgrave wore the Bamboo bag during the shooting of Michelangelo Antonioni “Blow up” movie in 1966
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