Under $50: The Perfect Clutch

Jan 7, 2011

Even if you don’t go out regularly, you need a fabulous clutch.  Living without one is really a crime against fashion.  Here are some reasons why:

You’re having dinner with an important client at a downtown eatery, and you hate that you have to bring your bulky purse stuffed with your everyday essentials.  Simply toss the clutch in your bag for later.

A friend set you up on a last minute date, and you have to fall back on your LBD.  A chic bag will really lift it, and since men hate big purses, you can look low-maintenance with a tiny bag.

Clutches are perfect for traveling because they fit inside your carry-on and take up very little space. Who needs a big handbag taking up shoe space in your suitcase when you have a collection of sleek clutches?

So what does the perfect clutch look like?  This.

BCBGeneration Pewter Clutch (Piperlime, $48)

It’s metallic, but it’s not obnoxious.  It’s big enough to hold a wallet, Blackberry, lipstick, travel hair brush (a Belle must) and a bottle of hand sanitizer (very important during flu season).  And the fold-over shape is very clean and modern.  

Plus, at less than $50, this clutch is well made enough to look luxe but still affordable on a Hill budget.  The perfect thing for days, nights and weekends.

Style

share this post

Leave a Reply to A Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  1. RachelRemarks says:

    Can't beat that price!

    Another fun choice:
    https://www.reissonline.com/shop/womens/bags/elva/leopard/

  2. A says:

    Hobo wallets are my go-to for daily use and using as a clutch. The patent leather style holds up great! A little more pricey, but worth the splurge.

  3. Anna Della says:

    Men hate big purses? Really?

    I may have to trot this fact out next time I get stuck smuggling the bf's PBRs into the movie theater.

    Me: Wouldn't you find a smaller purse more attractive?

    Him: No. Never. Think you can fit some pretzels?

  4. Belle says:

    Anna Della-

    Men never fail to ask me whey women carry such big bags. It's like they don't understand what we could possibly need that much stuff for. A few years ago, I had a male friend shut down a blind date because the woman showed up with a HUGE Furla bag that was totally full.

    His Explanation: I'm a low maintenance guy, and any woman who needs that much stuff for a work day/dinner date is more than I can handle.

Join The List

Stay up to date on the latest from Capitol Hill Style!

sUBSCRIBE

Ask Me Anything: March 2024

It’s almost the end of March, so let’s get to some of the reader questions that came in through Instagram last night. Time for Ask Me Anything.

4

READ MORE 

Recent Posts

The Find: A Cute Spring Dress

Need a cute dress for a spring event? Something simple and easy to wear, something you can dress up or down? This is the dress for you.

2

READ MORE 

Beauty Review: Bondi Boost

As I age, I notice many changes in my body. Most are fine. Some are frustrating. Like many women, I lost a lot of hair in my postpartum phase. Being anemic for more than a year after, it didn’t grow back in to its former glory. So I’ve tried any number of shampoos, pills and […]

2

READ MORE 

VIEW ALL POSTS

Ask the Edit, Style, Top Posts | March 28, 2024

Ask Me Anything: March 2024

It’s almost the end of March, so let’s get to some of the reader questions that came in through Instagram last night. Time for Ask Me Anything.

4

READ MORE 

Fantastic Finds, Posts, Style | March 28, 2024

The Find: A Cute Spring Dress

Need a cute dress for a spring event? Something simple and easy to wear, something you can dress up or down? This is the dress for you.

2

READ MORE 

Beauty, Posts | March 27, 2024

Beauty Review: Bondi Boost

As I age, I notice many changes in my body. Most are fine. Some are frustrating. Like many women, I lost a lot of hair in my postpartum phase. Being anemic for more than a year after, it didn’t grow back in to its former glory. So I’ve tried any number of shampoos, pills and […]

2

READ MORE 

Fantastic Finds, Posts, Style | March 27, 2024

The Find: Shirts That Don’t Gape

I remember when Rochelle Behrens launched The Shirt — a button-down blouse with anti-gape technology (a patented internal button that keeps the look smooth). The idea seemed brilliant, but at the time, my bust didn’t require an extra button. One baby later, I understand the need for some extra security.

6

READ MORE 

RECENT POSTS

©2023 CAPITOL HILL STYLE | SITE BY LEIGH THE STUDIO