On the hunt for the perfect arm candy to carry you through the holiday season? These are the best fancy clutches for all those parties you’ve got lined up.
The holiday party season is quickly coming our way, and with it, a ton of festive invitations to do your social thing. Got your dress, shoes and beauty essentials sorted? You need a great bag. Below, we dish out our picks of fancy clutches to take you from cocktail parties to gala nights.
St Xavier Amber clutch
Now this is head-turning. The etched silver edges and gold centre makes it ultra-fancy for a gala night, while casual enough to pair with a pared down weekend #ootd. Upping the luxe factor it is velvet lining.
$143.22, from St Xavier via Revolve
Clutch me by Q Flamingo in the tropics beaded clutch
This camera-ready clutch bag will make you feel pretty damn special. It’s entirely handmade, and takes a good two months to put together, as every bead is hand strung. You’ll want to keep the rest of your outfit simple, lest you rival the Christmas tree.
$159, available from Soon Lee
Ling Wu Bubble (mini)
By now, you’re probably well-acquainted with homegrown bag designer Ling Wu. Crafted from signature supple python skin, this luxe classic features polished gold-tone hardware and enough room for all your party essentials (a phone, keys, cards). Detach the shoulder strap to wear as a clutch.
$505, from Ling Wu
Antik Batik
We can’t skim through Shopbop without clicking on a bag or two from Antik Batik. Inspired by her travels to India and Bali, designer Gabriella Cortesa creates unique, embroidered bags made of imported fabrics. With its pompoms, colourful studs and beadwork, this one’s a real looker for boho girls.
$120, from Antik Batik via Shopbop
Charles and Keith Turn Lock clutch
We’re not sure what we love more about this: its unusual shape, luxe velvet fabric or gold tassel. That strap is all too handy for slinging on your wrist. We know the bothersome feeling of tucking your clutch under your pits all night.
$55.90, from Charles and Keith
Alice + Olivia Sophia Flower Party North South Clutch
Gold plated metal, and rustic flower embroidery. What’s not to like? Sling it casually for a laid-back cocktail party or clutch it for your fancy gala night.
$495, from Alice + Olivia, via Shopbop
Kate Spade Evening Belles Pearl Emmanuelle
The perfect holiday clutch, the boxy shape makes it easy to cart around, while a detachable strap you can stash away in the bag’s pocket gives you the option of slinging it over your shoulders at the end of the night. Feathered pearl pins hanging from the clutch makes it a conversation starter.
USD498, from Kate Spade
Ling Wu x Onlewo Siu Je Pink Botanical
A product of the dream collab between Ling Wu and Onlewo (a master maker of local-inspired fabrics) this clutch features a lambskin-lined interior and pastel pink botanical prints. Its delicate look is attributed to Ling Wu’s homage to her grandmother’s fancy vanity filled with stunning, shiny objects.
$318, from Onlewo
Olympia Le-Tan Strangers on a Train book clutch
Now this is a conversation starter. Inspired by the films of Alfred Hitchcock’s films, the boxy clutch is designed to resemble a hardcover book with felt graphics, and opens to reveal lined interiors. At over $1000, it’s worth collecting and displaying.
$1,275 from Olympia Le-Tan via Shopbop
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