Carmen Stainless Mesh Bag

Design from the Polish husband and wife team Ludasz and Bozenna Bogucki The Opera Collection is a truly unique line of handbags imagined and handcrafted in their Los Angeles studio. This elegant collection consists of over 40 models named after famous operas.

Several grades of stainless steel wire mesh are used: from the fine one with an appearance and feel of silk to the rigid one with more industrial look. 24K gold plating, copper or brass widens color selection of the line. Other effects are achieved by various treatments involving ultrasounds, high temperature, pressure, etc. In most models, multiple layers of mesh are used to create a moiré effect. Bags from $150 to $500.