Judith Leiber is an outstanding designer known for her exclusive bags that have become real works of art. Judith and her husband Gus Leiber founded Judith Leiber Handbags in 1963 in New York.
Judith Leiber in her store on Madison Avenue in 1996
The New York Times
Judith Leiber bags are famous for their luxury and unsurpassed creative design. One of the most recognized series of her creations are clutches in the shape of various objects, such as animals, fruits, flowers and natural motifs. Bags were made using Swarovski crystals, pearls, precious metals and leather.
Geometric clutches 1973-1989
The New York Times
The history of the creation of the first bag was quite interesting. It can be said that the designer invented her technique by accident. Judith Leiber ordered a gift for her friend, but due to carelessness of the postal service, the metal surface of the gift was badly damaged. Taking a creative approach to the problem, she used decorative crystals to cover up damage and scratches. Yes, the woman created, in the process of correcting an unfortunate nuisance, a new direction in the decor and design of bags.
Judith Leiber was inspired by art, travel and opera; brought the art deco style to the design of bags; drew on the works of Piet Mondrian, Georges Braque and Sonia Delaunay; in collaboration with Faith Ringgold, a collection of bags was created, which was inspired by Faith's quilted paintings.
A bag in the shape of a frog, 1979
The New York Times
Judith Leiber bags have become the object of desire for many women, thanks to their unique design and luxurious look. They are not only an accessory, but also a sophisticated expression of style and elegance.
Bags of the famous designer are created by hand even today. Painstaking production of one bag lasts from five days or more, each one is decorated with ten to eighteen thousand crystals.
Egg "Lightning" with a chain, 1971.
Rhinestone city clutch, 1970s.
Bag with onyx lock and chain, 1990.
Tutankhamun-inspired monkey handbag, 1989.
Source: nytimes.com
