Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch review

mansur gavriel mini cloud clutch review

Pictured: Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch in Spiga (yellow) / spring nail polish /

How cute is this Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch! As you know, pouch clutches are a hot IT bag style, and Mansur Gavriel’s is one of the two hottest pouches out there. I have owned the regular size Cloud clutch in black for a little over one year, and I love it. So when Mansur Gavriel introduced the mini version last year, I was eyeing it right away. Now, I have finally broken down and purchased one for myself!

As much as I love my regular sized Cloud clutch, sometimes I want to carry something a little bit smaller; and with a strap. The Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch is just the right size to carry my purse essentials. It also has a thin strap which can be worn cross body, or over the shoulder. I prefer it over the shoulder as it hits me on the bottom of my ribs if I wear it cross body; that being said, if you need to wear it cross body, it can be done.

The Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch comes in a variety of beautiful colors. I chose Spiga, which is a soft, yet medium, yellow hue. Spiga, or yellow, is very pretty; and it also happens to be the color of the year! Love that!

Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch | what fits inside the mini Cloud

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Pictured: Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch in Spiga / lipstick / iPhone case / nail polish /

The Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud clutch is quite roomy inside. I can fit my wallet, phone, lipstick, keys, and also place my sunglasses on top. The bag still closes without an issue, despite all of those items. The closure on the mini Cloud clutch is a frame closure with a magnetic reinforcement in the center of the frame. It’s very sturdy and secure. I definitely feel safe from pickpockets with this bag! It will make a fabulous bag for travel once the pandemic is over. Love it!

Mansur Gavriel Cloud clutch side by side comparison

mansur gavriel cloud clutch side by side comparison

Pictured: regular size Cloud clutch in black / mini Cloud clutch in Spiga (yellow) /

Since there are two Cloud clutches by Mansur Gavriel, I thought it only right to show you a side-by-side comparison of the two so you can see what is going on size-wise. The original Cloud clutch is much larger than the mini. It offers the interior capacity of a medium shoulder bag, while the mini offers the interior capacity of a small, cross body bag.

If you love the smaller size, and would still like to wear it as a clutch rather than a shoulder bag or cross body bag, you can! The strap easily tucks inside the bag or can be removed completely. Although, I recommend tucking it in rather than removing it; you never know when you will want the versatility of switching to a shoulder bag or cross body bag.

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All in all, this is a fabulous handbag. The leather is buttery soft, and the construction is extremely sturdy; just like all bags by Mansur Gavriel. It is available in a variety of seasonal hues, as well as classic neutrals. I’m in love with this bag! I also love that it is priced under $500. Love that!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

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Lancome Idole L’Intense edp review

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pictured: Lancome Idole L’Intense eau de parfum 1.7 oz C/O Lancome / nail polish /

Do you love warm, woody florals? I do! I was so excited when I learned Lancome had released a new woody floral. This beautiful fragrance, Lancome Idole L’Intense edp, is a warm, woody floral with a smooth base. It has a classic vibe, and seasonless scent. Love that!

I am excited about Lancome Idole L’Intense edp since it is a woody floral we can all wear now, during the cold winter months. It’s a warm fragrance, which is ideal on a cool day. Due to the jasmine and rose top notes, this woody floral is a versatile fragrance which will enable it to also be worn during moderate and warm temperatures. I would wear it up to about 85 degrees. After 85 degrees, I prefer to move into nautical, and fruity scents which only work on hot days. Love!

Top notes: Sensual Isparta Rose, Fresh Jasmine

Middle notes: Warm Musks

Base notes: Cedar, Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla

After about one minute, Lancome Idole L’Intense edp settles into a warm, musky floral with a slight vanilla and wood scent. As the day progresses, it cycles through a warm, musky fragrance experience which is smooth and rich. I love the lingering cedar and vanilla laced into the musk at the end of the day. The edp formula is long lasting, so it will not need to be reapplied during the day. You can spray it on at 7am and still enjoy it at 10pm.

If you love a good woody floral, this is your new scent! It will also make a fabulous gift. Lancome offers several gift box choices which are perfect for any holiday during the year. I highly recommend trying this scent. I rate it five out of five stars! Love!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

lancome idole l'intense eau de parfum review

 

BAF Weekly IT List

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BAF Weekly IT List from top left: gemstone bead bracelet (only $25) / classic IT bag (review here) / Lunar New Year gift boxes / combat boots (lug sole boots-waterproof) / spring’s IT nail polish color / lipsticks / spring tote bag (review here) /

Can you believe it is the end of January already? Where has this month gone-and what a month it has been; but I digress. . .

This is a great time to snap up a gift for Valentine’s Day or Lunar New Year. There are so many great gift ideas this year! I love these beaded, gemstone bracelets at $25 each. You can buy an entire 3-bracelet stack for someone, or yourself, and still be well under $100. Love that!

In addition to gifting opportunities, combat boots are still the hottest footwear on the market right now, and this pair is super comfortable as well as waterproof. Love that!

Of course, with all this cold, grey weather, we want to cheer ourselves up. My favorite way to cheer up a dreary winter day is to think about spring fashion. This straw tote is hotter than hot for spring, and this classic IT bag is ideal all year long.

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Stay tuned! More winter and spring coverage is coming next week, as well as information about National Wear Red Day!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

(bracelet stack featuring 3 gemstone bead bracelets, only $75, love that!)

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