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This vintage Céline Macadam Vanity Bag in brown coated canvas with brown leather trim and gold-tone hardware offers classic everyday charm. In very good condition, it features a single flat top handle, tonal leather lining and a zip-around closure. Ideal for lunch dates, city outings or light evening use, it brings a polished vintage touch to any look.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits inside the Céline Macadam Vanity Bag? A: With measurements of approximately 21.5 x 15 x 7 cm, it is best suited to compact daily essentials such as a phone, cardholder, keys, lipstick, sunglasses and a few small beauty items. Its structured vanity shape is practical for light packing, but bulkier items or a large long wallet may be a tight fit.
Q: Is this bag carried by hand or over the shoulder? A: This specific item is described with a single flat top handle. No shoulder strap is listed in the product information, so it is best considered a handheld style.
Q: What materials is this bag made from? A: This piece features Macadam coated canvas with brown leather trim, tonal leather lining and gold-tone hardware. The coated canvas gives the bag its classic vintage Céline monogram look while helping it stay relatively lightweight and structured.
Q: Is this more of a cosmetic case or a handbag? A: Vanity bags were originally designed with beauty essentials in mind, but many collectors now use them as compact day or evening bags. This one works well for both light essentials and travel organisation thanks to its zip-around design and structured shape.
Q: Is a vanity bag practical for everyday use? A: It can be, especially if you prefer to carry only the essentials. Vanity bags are loved for their polished shape and secure zip-around closure, though they are usually less roomy and slightly less flexible than a soft shoulder bag.
Q: What is the condition of this item? A: The exterior and interior are both rated Very Good with light traces of use. The hardware is shiny with light scratches. As a vintage pre-owned piece, minor signs of age and handling are normal and part of its character.
Q: Does this item come with any additional items? A: No additional items are listed for this piece. Please refer to the product information on this page for exactly what is included with the bag.
Q: How should I care for vintage Macadam coated canvas and leather trim? A: Wipe the coated canvas gently with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth, then dry it straight away. Avoid perfume, alcohol-based products, heavy rain, direct heat and rough surfaces. Store the bag in a breathable dust bag with light stuffing to help maintain its shape.
Q: How do you authenticate a vintage Céline bag like this? A: Authenticity is assessed through the overall construction, quality of the coated canvas and leather, logo and stamp details, stitching, hardware finish and proportions. Vintage Céline bags can vary by era in their interior markings, so authentication should always consider the whole bag rather than one detail alone.
SHIPPING
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Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
/ Céline
/ Bags
/ Handbags
342 £
• Macadam coated canvas with brown leather trim
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single flat top handle
• Tonal leather lining
• Zip-around closure
• Vintage
The authenticity of this bag has been checked and verified by our experts who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. We also use a well established 3rd party authentication tool to verify our bags.
