We study and choose a small women's handbag - clutch

A clutch is a small handbag for women. The clutch bag is used for an evening ensemble. It does not have a handle, so it is worn with a hand around it.

First there was a wallet, then its size gradually increased due to the increase in the number of things put into it. They began to decorate wallets: they embroidered with satin stitch or a cross, decorated with beads or pearls and even precious stones. The shape changed, different materials were used. A small handbag was called a reticule. This is an oblong-shaped handbag with a small strap or cord that was worn over the hand. Each lady had such a handbag in her hands at the solemn exit.

At the beginning of the twentieth century, the clutch was revived again.

The very first owner of a small handbag was Coco Chanel. She had small handbag on a chainwhich she wore as she put it on her shoulder.

The famous Christian Dior made the clutch even more popular. Every woman in the 1950s had such a handbag. These handbags have been reproduced by various fashion brands. It would seem that you can put in such a small handbag? And, despite this, women have always liked the clutch. And now they are very popular. A small handbag is decorated with beads, rhinestones, embroidery, pearls - all this gives the handbags an exclusive look. When you hold such a handbag, you feel elegant and stylish. And the fact that its capacity is small is not the main thing, such a handbag adorns the whole ensemble only by its presence. Is it possible to do without her for a bride in a wedding dress or a young girl at the prom. There is no doubt that in these cases, your outfit with a small luxury handbag will make a huge success.

Small handbags - stingray leather clutches

How to choose and buy a small clutch bag?
A beautiful clutch will emphasize good taste and impeccable style. Choose a clutch, it will take time. The model must be suitable for your ensemble, i.e. choose the right color, size, material, and of course, the cost in the size of your capabilities.

Small handbags - clutches, classification

Consider the classification according to the following parameters:
Purpose of use, material, design.

Purpose of using the clutch:

Everyday
Wedding, graduation party
Evening and cocktail
Disco clutch
Theatrical clutch

In recent years, women have liked clutches so much that gradually they had to make more voluminous bags from a small handbag. Even evening clutches have grown in size. The clutch, as it was said, is worn, clasped in the hand. But now the usual handbags so they began to wear it. Just pay attention, when you hold the clutch, your hand is in the spotlight and, accordingly, its grooming should be mandatory, i.e. beautiful nails and manicure.

If we take into account all the above parameters and requirements when choosing a clutch, then they can be divided into groups:

Laconic clutches
Small in size, without unnecessary details. They can be worn to a celebration, when you are in a luxurious outfit and every day. For a luxurious outfit, you will also need a bright manicure: red, crimson, burgundy.

Luxury clutches
Also small in size, but decorated with precious stones, embroidery, rhinestones, beads, pearls. Such handbags do not need any additional details, they are already luxurious. And the manicure in this case can be done not bright. These handbags can be silver or gold.

Art clutches
But these handbags are luxurious in their unusual shape. They can be chosen for special occasions such as a biennial or an exhibition (this may be your first exhibition). They can be very bright.Then pay attention, clothes should be in a moderate calm style.

Mini clutches
This is a very small handbag, one might say super small, even fits in the palm of your hand. Its construction can be more dense, i.e. is a small box decorated with jewels... These handbags are used to go out on the red carpets. The manicure should not be bright.

Curly clutches
These clutches are the most popular. They are made from fur, leather or wild animal skins. By design, they can be multi-layered, with drapery, quilted, voluminous. The choice is huge, suitable for any clothing.