Is there a name for this type of bag

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I've found two of these bags recently; I'm guessing c. 50s/60s. They are both made of what appears to be taffeta with satin linings, but they feel "puffy", like there is padding between the exterior fabric and the lining. I'm wondering if there is a real name for this type of bag? All I can think of is "puffy" or "padded" but trying those searches doesn't turn up any mid-century evening bags, so I'm wondering if there's a term for them I'm not aware of.

Thanks in advance.
 

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Oh for sure, modern ones turn up all the time at the store where I got these. But this store also gets a lot of older bags as well. It's weird how some stores get more of certain items consistently than others.

But as always, I welcome correction if I've gotten them wrong.
 

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One thing I believe I see is that they are convertible: Can you turn the handles to the inside, close the bags and use them as clutch purses?
 
I can see why Donna thought they might be modern - it's a classic style and at first glance, they look pretty pristine. But the tags suggest older.
 
Yes, I always have to closely examine interesting-looking bags at this particular thrift shop as a lot of modern ones come in as well. But as mentioned they get a surprising amount of older bags. I found a 40s bag there once. They had a gorgeous black beaded 50s bag recently I passed up on as they wanted a bit too much for it.

The blue bag is pretty much 100% pristine and the brown one only has a few faint light marks on one side. I think people just don't use evening bags as much so they tend to show up more often and in better condition.
 
I call those convertible clutches and evening bags, both. One interesting thing is that there are venues where large bags can't be carried (a safety measure) so clutches are having a bit of a day in the sun (or night in the moonlight).
 
Interesting! Makes sense.

It's been interesting to see what sells and what doesn't. Bags seem to do well, as do scarves and gloves (surprisingly to me). Maybe partly as they're all lower-priced items.

I was wondering if there was a name for this "puffy" style of bag specifically, but appears not. The tip on calling them convertible clutches is very helpful, thank you.
 
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