Mandel's of California 1940/50s Mandel's Of California Fascinating Slippers Pink & Coral Hat Box

vintage Mandel's shoe box designed for their Fascinating Slippers line. Key Details About the Box Brand Origin: Mandel's was a highly popular Mid-Century fashion footwear retail chain, famously known as Mandel's of California. Design & Style: Features a classic Art Deco / retro aesthetic with vertical orange stripes and a stylized high-heel shoe silhouette. Portability: It is configured as a carrying case with a built-in braided cord handle, a common design used by mid-century boutiques to allow customers to carry their purchases home like a handbag. Functional Uses Today If you are looking for ways to reuse or value this item, consider these options: Vintage Storage: Keep small accessories, sewing kits, or letters protected from dust. Closet Display: Stack it with other vintage millinery or shoe boxes as an aesthetic retro closet visual anchor. Collectible Market: Mid-century boutique packaging from notable California retailers holds steady value for collectors of fashion ephemera. 11.5×8.25×4 Excellant condition!