BIG multi-coloured handbags may appear to be kings of bags at the moment, but clutch purses are the true social and dinner bags of many discerning women of style.
Clutch purses are not new a fad. It is the new attention that they are getting that makes many people to feel that they are new. Clutch purses are popular all over the world. Before fashion got crazier and trendier, it was majorly used as a dinner bag in the Western world.
Clutch purses are mostly carried in the hand or their straps are made to rest on the wrist. Some Nigerian women prefer to carry it under their armpit. Although big, oversize, and large bags are the rage of the moment, clutch purses usually dominate high-class socials and dinners.
Clutch purses are of different classes and grades, how “solid” a clutch bag is, is usually determined by the quality of the accessories used in making it. Compare to other handbags, they are elegant and stylish.
Clutch purses or bags are usually strapless, but some of these bags sometimes have short straps made of chains, leather, rubber or beads. In most designs, these straps are detachable.
These purses are usually small and are getting crazier in shapes, sizes, designs and styles. Most clutch purses are beautifully crafted with delicate embroidery and some are designed with exotic stones, sequins and beads that give them distinctive features.
This small but unique purse is comfortable enough to be carried all day. In fact it is undoubtedly the official bag for most, if not all of our celebrities at social functions. The good ones come in stylish and exquisite types that are always a beauty to behold.
Because of the small sizes of these beautifully crafted bags, they can only carry or hold few necessities, like money, handkerchiefs, mirrors etc. It is also not for everyday use like normal handbags, it is mainly used for social outings.