About us

    The Hollydrape handbag line was created by Los Angeles-based make-up artist and purse designer, Denise Hooper. The unique collection evolved from Denise’s obsession with collecting beautiful vintage fabrics and drapery. Rather than part with the one-of-a-kind material, Denise decided to create a unique handbag line inspired by some of the most glamorous and romantic eras of the past.
    The vintage feel helped create the name Hollydrapes, combining the two greatest inspirations for the line, ~Old-time Hollywood~in which each style is named after a Hollywood starlet and of course the fabulous antique drapes from which the original line was cut.

    The line has since expanded and now includes current fabrics that still maintain the look and feel of days gone by. All of the styles are perfectly accented with buttons, brooches, beads or crystals-giving each bag its own distinctive flair.

    Inspiration for the Hollydrape handbag line comes from an array of sources from color and texture, to the heart and soul of a particular city. The ideas are found in travel and decor books, as well as fabrics collected from personal journeys. When the true essence of life from a particular location stands out…voila` the line is born. Hollydrape will soon be unveiling their latest creations…London Flat and Marrakech Market.

    There is a handbag for every whim & desire at Hollydrape. We continually keep ourselves apprised of trends, while understanding elements that make a handbag timeless. The inspiration is fresh and continuously evolving. All of the bags are designed with antique charm and original flair for the woman who wants to express her individuality.

     These are the styles that you will find for each distinctively glamorous era...

CLARA~1920’s
    Clara is the perfect special occasion bag and in the spirit of the era, the perfect bag for all the HOOPLA. Take the Clara bag to the Academy awards, a dance marathon or the speakeasy. For the modern girl, dress up a pair of jeans and let your free-spirited impulses take you away!

CLAUDETTE~1930’S
    Claudette is Hollydrape’s most popular bag. Capturing the mood of the 30’s, the Claudette is the perfect bag to buy for the “depression”
It will perfectly accessorize a fitted suit or casual weekend wear. It’s the essential bag for any budding young starlet or even CLEOPATRA.

CARMEN~1940’S
    With a casual and funky flair, the Carmen is the roomiest tote a girl could ever need.
The 40’s brought us the bikini, war diets, Hollywood glamour and a certain
Brazilian bombshell…. so take your bag for A WEEKEND IN HAVANA.

CHARLOTTE~1970’s
A sophisticated, fashionable and functional bag~perfect for the girl on the go…
See London by day and PARIS BY NIGHT.