I mentioned in a previous post that I have an addiction to Glomesh, so thought I'd share my stash with you. All the items in this first pic are genuine Glomesh, made in Australia. The large cream bag is in brand new condition and came wrapped up in plastic inside the box. It was half price day at the op shop when Mum and I found this, and was marked $3 which was clearly a mistake! Paying $1.50 for a brand new Glomesh bag would be practically stealing, so we just gave $5 (which is still practically stealing but anywho). We found the small, baggy cream clutch on the same day and that cost a bargain 75c.
The gold purse was also boxed and in excellent condition, costing a mere $3 (who prices these things?!). However there was also a card in the box saying something about genuine leather gloves, so not sure what that's about. I've been using my Mum's old Glomesh purse from when she was my age, but want to keep it in good condition as it has sentimental value, so thought the $3 one would be a good replacement. The navy clutch is one of my favourites and cost $5 from Salvos.
The gold purse was also boxed and in excellent condition, costing a mere $3 (who prices these things?!). However there was also a card in the box saying something about genuine leather gloves, so not sure what that's about. I've been using my Mum's old Glomesh purse from when she was my age, but want to keep it in good condition as it has sentimental value, so thought the $3 one would be a good replacement. The navy clutch is one of my favourites and cost $5 from Salvos.
Moving along to the next lot... The two rectangular clutches are GC brand which I haven't been able to find much about. There seems to be a lot of these around so I assume they are/were another major manufacturer of mesh-style bags in Australia - If you have any other info let me know :) The one on the right is the bag that kick-started my addiction, and cost $3.50, while the one on the left cost $3. The bag up top is made by Oroton and also cost $3.
Lastly, we have the faux Made in Hong Kong style mesh bags. The white bag cost $5, and the black purse and key wallet came brand new in a box for $3.
I think the op shop ladies have caught on to my Glomesh addiction, because all the Glomesh has started appearing in the 'collectors cabinet' rather than with all the other bags like they usually are. They've only slightly increased in price to around $8-$10 which is still extremely reasonable considering some places ask upwards of $25.
awesome finds, love it.
ReplyDeleteWow you are a great shopper! All I know about the GC brand is that it is short for Goldcrest.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much as i found a Gold GC Clutch purse I am Interested in selling friends & Family tell me keep it for my Daughter who is 11yrs but at 34 when I was 11yrs I inherited a large amount Glomesh purses & Handbags.Which I regret to say I no longer have but the Handbags.So I think it would be wise of me to hold on to this Lil Gold GC Glomesh Clutch purse for a while any more information would be appreciated shareeliz@gmail.com.au Attention Dannielle Thanks so much this page is great !.
DeleteSuper Rad!!! I'm obssessed as well.
ReplyDeleteI've got a couple more glomeshy finds I'll be posting soon so keep an eye out =)
ReplyDeleteFound an white glomesh oroton bag the other day, for 2 bucks!
ReplyDeletelove your collection, awesome finds :)
I'm a bit of a collector too, although I have stopped at three: two gold and one silver. Whiting & Davis is an American brand that has been manufacturing metal mesh bags for about a century – much longer than Glomesh! I stumbled across this brand on eBay, and have seen some amazing 1920s styles. I haven't bought any myself, but I imagine they would be at least as good quality as Glomesh. (The very old ones certainly are not cheap, if that is anything to go by!) I'd love some of these coloured ones one day.
ReplyDeletelovely..i recently went to a garage sale and purchased a glomesh bag as well as a park lane bag for 10c each..i agree.. it does feel like stealing...
ReplyDeleteI too discovered the little dingy op shops, with the most mag bags.To date I have bought about 30 glomesh bags,several of them still in boxes. Also collected gorgeous wallets purses cigarette cases and compacts. I have stopped going so often, if it's there,I have to buy it.
ReplyDeleteThere's something about mesh bags I love. I like the wallet's as they are particularly tactile! Nice finds xx
ReplyDeleteI just received a Gold Glomesh bag that was my grandmothers who has just recently passed away. It is still in the box wrapped in plastic and she even kept the paper inside the bag to keep it looking good. It is in excellent condition and I absolutely love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to remember her every time you use it =)
DeleteHi too am a glomesh oroton collector I have many bags compact but wwhat I am really after is a lipstick holder there is on on E-bay in USA but would rather but ir here just have to keep on looking
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ReplyDeleteI was just googling glomesh and noticed your blog- love it! You'll be jealous of this- I was walking down the road during council clear-up and almost tripped over a pristine gold glomesh bag glinting in the sun. Of course I had to pick it up and take it home- what a find! Although did get a few odd looks as I was carrying a v glam gold bag while walking my dogs in shorts and old t-shirt!
ReplyDeleteHaha, love it!
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