In a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and the romance of vintage glamour, Cartier has unveiled a limited‑edition capsule collection of four jewellery bags, drawing direct inspiration from the Maison’s iconic Roaring Twenties vanity cases. These miniature works of art evoke the elegance of early 20th‑century soirées, reimagined with modern design and Cartier’s signature attention to detail.
The collection comprises four distinct silhouettes: cylinder, sphere (or “ball”), cushion, and a mesh‑inspired form that nods to Cartier’s Cactus collection. Each bag features clasps set with cabochons, including onyx, obsidian, hessonite garnet, and green onyx or amethyst, depending on the piece. The interiors are lined with soft suede calfskin, and include practical compartments to hold essentials.
On the exterior, the bags employ a variety of sumptuous materials: velvet‑effect satin, intricate crochet knit or mesh evocative of the Cactus collection, and smooth calfskin accented with gemstone cabochons. One standout is a deep green satin bag with tufted black floral motifs where the embroidery is looped and cut by hand to achieve a velvet‑like texture. Another, a mesh cactus ball, reportedly required more than seven hours to produce.
Each piece in this capsule is produced in a very limited run, handcrafted in Cartier’s workshops. The gem cutter selects the cabochon‑cut gemstones from Cartier’s own collection. The metal work consisting of clasps, hoops, and frames, is finished in multiple layers of gold, lending a rich, lustrous finish. The designs revisit Cartier’s archival vanity cases and evening accessories, merging decorative craftsmanship (embroidery, stone‑setting, gold work) with functionality.
Practical Features That are Hard to Mis
These jewellery bags are multipurpose: they can be carried by hand as clutches or slung over the shoulder via a fine chain, offering both glamour and versatility. Despite their richly ornate designs, the inclusion of interior compartments ensures usefulness, not just form.
Pricing & Availability
Available exclusively at select Cartier boutiques, including Singapore, prices begin at SGD 13,300 (approximately INR 9,15,630) for the Crochet Clutch, rising to SGD 23,100 (INR 15,90,420) for the Cabochon Clutch. Each bag can be carried elegantly by hand or slung over the shoulder on a chain, blending versatility with enduring style.
More than mere accessories, these jewellery bags are heirloom pieces in the making. They embody Cartier’s long tradition of marrying fine jewellery techniques with leather‑goods artistry, reviving the glamour of the past while remaining wholly modern. For evening wear or special occasions, they testify that elegance isn’t just a nostalgic notion—it’s an evolving form, alive in material, form, and spirit.
