Clutches for fall 2014

Clutches are a classic handbag style which seems to enjoy popularity every few seasons as more than just an evening bag. Over the past year, daytime clutches have been pushed to the back-burner as other small handbag styles such as the cross body bag and the mini satchel have rose to fame. Although the clutch has not been front and center, it has remained an important small handbag style; and a classic alternative to the trendy mini satchel.

The clutch is back for fall 2014; and while the mini satchel and cross body bag continue to be hot handbag styles on the runway and on the street, the clutch is gaining momentum and proving to be more important for fall 2014 than it has been in the past two seasons. Clutches for fall 2014 are being shown mainly in medium, small and mini sizes. Daytime clutches are streamlined without a lot of excessive details making them clean, classic and easy to wear.

Aside from clean lines, the only details we are seeing in daytime clutches for fall 2014 are fringe details, color blocking and understated grommets or studs. The majority of the clutch styles out there for fall 2014 are simple and sans logos. In order to make a simple clutch interesting, designers have opted to add luxury hardware closures or silhouettes which push traditional, geometric boundaries.

For fall 2014, look for soft clutches which blur the lines between a rectangle and a soft roll of fabric. Also look for interesting clasps and hardware closures which add a luxurious touch to an otherwise simple handbag. Structured and traditional clutch silhouettes are also important for fall 2014. Look for rectangles which transcend trends.

Clutches for fall 2014 are being shown mainly in neutral hues, metallics, and seasonal autumn color such as burgundy, hunter green and on-trend fuchsia.

I found a few fabulous clutches around the web for fall 2014 and assembled them into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them!

Also, be sure to check out Jill Milan’s collection of luxurious, handmade-in-Italy clutches which are classic, yet on trend for the current season. Don’t forget to check out their sale clutches too! Use code BAY to save 10% off your purchase at JillMilan.com.

Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Karmisa

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My picks from Karmisa: clear crystal necklace / blue dangle earrings / coral statement necklace / triple layer statement necklace

Karmisa is a hot new jewelry company which features fun, on trend pieces at extremely good prices! One of the big trends for fall 2014 is the statement necklace. In addition to being a trend, statement jewelry is a classic style which can outlast any season. Love that!

Although the price points are listed in pounds on the website, anyone, anywhere, can shop from Karmisa. They have free worldwide delivery!

I love so many pieces from Karmisa, I wish I could own them all! You can check out the entire jewelry collection by Karmisa online at Karmisa.com. They offer free worldwide shipping and you can save 10% off your purchase by using coupon code KCOB10. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

*This post was brought to you by Karmisa. All opinions are my own.

Mini Mansur Gavriel drawstring handbag

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Pictured: Earrings: Kathy Kamei (old, similar here) / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Petal” / Top: XCVI / Bracelets: Margaret Elizabeth, Tory Burch / Skirt: Gap (not avl, similar here) / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel mini / Nail Polish: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gaia” / Shoes: Rebecca Minkoff (sold out, also love these)

If you have been following my blog, you are aware of my love for Mansur Gavriel handbags. As a proud owner of the regular sized bucket bag in black with red interior, I did not hesitate to add the new “mini” drawstring bag to my collection for fall 2014. 

I had been eyeing the drawstring bag in Camello for quite some time, so when Mansur Gavriel opened their online shop last month, I jumped at the chance to own the color. Since mini bags are still popular for fall 2014, and are showing no sign of slowing down as we move into 2015, I decided to go with the mini bucket bag. 

There were many choices for the interior color on the Camello mini drawstring bag. I decided to go with the “Oro” interior color which is a shiny gold hue. I felt like the gold interior would be a nice neutral color as we move into the fall season; plus gold is classic!

I am thrilled I went with the mini in Camello. The mini is still a sizable handbag and has plenty of room for my sunglasses case, iPhone, wallet, keys and lipstick; with room to spare. It is not your typical mini!

If you are interested in a Mansur Gavriel handbag, they are hard to come by, so, I wrote an article with tips to help others snag their own Mansur Gavriel. Click here to read the article.

Do you have a handbag or accessory you are finding yourself buying in more than one color? If so, please share!