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Maharlika Evening Bag

BeaValdes for CoutureLab

Hand-embroidered turquoise evening bag with a ring handle

The intricate beadwork of Bea Valdes' handmade bags illustrates remarkable skill. She calculates the space between each bead, sequin, crystal and feather, accounting for their varying size, shape and angle. The base of this bag is swathed in clusters of sapphire blue and black cut beads and crystals. Tiers of curved peacock-green feathers and faceted semi-precious stones partly cover this beaded base. Symmetrically arranged turquoise beads and blue crystals complete the top section. The ring handle is adorned with the same gray briolettes that shimmer with a blue hue. The bag fits neatly on the wrist and fastens with a hidden magnetic clasp. Black satin lines the bag, complete with the brass BeaValdes plaque.