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May’s Glam Bag Is Here—and She’s a Vintage Beauty

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Published on May 12, 2025 • 3 min read
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Some things just get better with time: your mom’s best advice, your signature red lipstick, and those vintage trends that always find their way back into the spotlight (hello, ’90s supermodel brows). This month’s Glam Bag is proof that classic never goes out of style.

It's about glam time you treated yourself.

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Joanne Wong is the Senior Designer for Fashion and Accessories at IPSY. She has been designing fashion handbags, accessories, and beauty packaging for more than 10 years for brands like Sephora, Nordstrom, Adventures by Disney, and more.

Meet Your May Glam Bag Design

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Inspired by antique handkerchiefs, French toile de Jouy patterns, and blue-and-white china, May’s Glam Bag design is like a treasure you’d find in the chicest Parisian flea market—but make it beauty. The intricate floral print pops against a natural cotton canvas background (a meant-to-last choice, because we love the planet as much as we love a good skincare routine). And let’s not forget the finishing touch: a blue tassel zipper pull that ties the whole look together like the bow on the perfect Mother’s Day gift.

“When I was designing this bag, I wanted to create something that felt like a beautiful heirloom—a piece you’d hold onto for years,” says Wong. “I was really inspired by those delicate, hand-embroidered linens you might find in your grandmother’s collection or at a vintage market in Paris.”

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Wong wanted to celebrate heritage crafts in a way that felt modern, so she took cues from vintage embroidery techniques, delicate floral prints, and—fun fact!—antique linens. Originally, she planned to use embroidery for the design, but after some trial and error (RIP, embroidery dreams), printing turned out to be the best way to keep all those gorgeous details intact for every Ipster.

“We actually tested embroidery first, but it just wasn’t capturing the fine detail we wanted,” Wong explains. “The print method we landed on let us showcase all the intricate floral elements while keeping the bag lightweight and super functional.”

Some trends come and go, but this month’s Glam Bag is proof that effortless elegance is forever. With its timeless blue-and-white floral print, soft-yet-sturdy cotton canvas, and chic tassel zipper pull, it’s the kind of piece that feels like a vintage find—but with a modern twist. Thoughtfully designed to be as stylish as it is functional, this bag is perfect for organizing your beauty essentials, elevating your everyday routine, or even gifting to someone special (because let’s be real, it’s almost too pretty not to share).

“I love designing bags that feel special but still work for everyday life,” Wong adds. “This one is perfect for tossing in your tote, perching on your vanity, or even using as a mini clutch.” Whether it’s packed for your next adventure or just adding a little old-world charm to your routine, one thing’s for sure: This beauty isn’t just a moment, it’s a classic.

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