Although museums may be home to statues of gold-brushed goddesses and imperial jewels, not every ancient artefact is protected in its precious confines – London label Mae Cassidy’s scintillating creations are proof enough. Handcrafted from recyclable, gold-toned metal by meticulous artisans in India, the Nimmi bag is sculpted into a sinuous, distinctly 1950s silhouette cloaked with sumptuous velvet, then scattered with a treasure chest of iridescent, faux pearls and light-splintering crystals.| Mae Cassidy velvet top-handle bag100% velvet; embellishments 100% faux pearls; hardware 100% metalClasp fasteningCurved shape, pearlescent top-handle, embellished trims, one main compartment, polished gold-toned hardwareHeight 18cm, width 21cm, depth 9.5cm, handle drop 7.5cmWipe with a clean, dry clothHandmade in IndiaComes with dust bag