Friday, October 17, 2008

The envelope, please!

The clutch proves indispensable on the spring runways... But there's no need to wait to tote one of these fabulous envelopes, as they are seasonless! Moreover, the envelope clutch is versatile; tuck one into your day tote as a chic makeup bag, then stock it with all your evening essentials for a night on the town! The styles and sizes run the gamut from petite and patterned, like the turquoise-tasseled Matthew Williamson bag pictured at right, to oversize and unadorned, like the 3.1 Phillip Lim envelope at left... a sophisticated alternative to the briefcase, gentlemen!
Peter Jensen's chic single-stripe clutch is a preppy essential!

Terrifically textured at Chanel (left) and Devi Kroell (right)
Adorably angled at Bottega Veneta
Super slim at Hermés
Deco accents at Missoni (left) and Graeme Black (right)
Celebs love envelopes... whether they contain happy award tidings or Dior gloss!
At right, Hillary Duff happily totes a JJ Winters yellow croc-embossed leather clutch. For purchase at singer22.com.
This B. Romanek clutch is über-popular among Hollywood darlings. Photo at left courtesy Fellow Fashionista Tinsley of Inside the Olsens' Closet.
Left: 3.1 Phillip Lim backstage, via nytimes.com

Right: Get the Lim look for less with this charcoal polka dot oversize clutch, at lulus.com


Loeffler Randall Katia satin clutch, at shopbop.com.
Lauren Merkin Ava brown leather clutch, at Bergdorf Goodman.
Kate Spade Tarrytown Nikolette red boarskin leather clutch with topstitch detail. Go to katespade.com.
Amici tweed bouclé clutch. Visit amiciaccessories.com.
Chloé Vega clutch at Harvey Nichols. CC adores the rich rust-orange and wine hues! Go to harveynichols.com for this and next.
D&G double zipper leather clutch
Neo Mod grass green patent clutch at forever21.com
If you prefer to wear an envelope rather than carry one, you need not wish upon a star! Just wear this Disney Couture Royal Invitation necklace. Available at asos.com.
CC saves the best for last: How gorgeous is this Mulberry Milton clutch? Bicolor blue + double turnlock closure = CC is in love!
Fashion credit: Runway photos via style.com.
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44 comments:

  1. WendyBOctober 17, 2008 at 12:30 PM

    Loving the polka dots.

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  2. La Belette RougeOctober 17, 2008 at 12:43 PM

    I want to put my stamp on this trend. Do not return to sender, Mr. Postman!!;-) I want a red and a metallic envelope. And, I prefer my envelops to be on the small size. I don't want to have to pay for extra postage by carrying a big envelope bag.

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  3. Cupcakes and CashmereOctober 17, 2008 at 12:49 PM

    i have a pretty embarrassing collection of envelope-shaped clutches that i've snagged from flea markets over the years. i love how they're playful, yet professional at the same time!

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  4. Paul PincusOctober 17, 2008 at 12:57 PM

    incredible envelopes!

    i'm really obsessed with the 3.1 phillip lim!!!

    another fantastic post.

    ps are you familiar with agathe (and dash) snow's work?

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  5. READY, SET, GO!October 17, 2008 at 1:01 PM

    Ooo I love the white Chanel clutch.. gorgeous!!

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  6. Andrea Martínez MaugardOctober 17, 2008 at 1:03 PM

    I love love looove clutches

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  7. carolineOctober 17, 2008 at 1:35 PM

    I have a similar clutch to the one from Kate Spade. I can't get enough of clutches... I really need to get one with polka dots!

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  8. FASHION CHALETOctober 17, 2008 at 1:40 PM

    Thank you, miss Carrie!! :)

    You know your posts always leave me enthralled.

    Have a fabulous weekend, sweetie.

    xo/ fashion chalet

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  9. AnonymousOctober 17, 2008 at 1:49 PM

    i am def digging the envelope purses!

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  10. Susanna-Cole KingOctober 17, 2008 at 1:51 PM

    Oh I love a clutch, and own many little clutches, because I don't like to carry a lot around, however sometimes they can be trouble when I'm out and need both my hands, can't put my purse down, and yet unlike a bag with a strap, can't slide it onto my shoulder either! But otherwise, I absolutely adore clutches! :)

    xoxo,
    S-C

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  11. Sharon SOctober 17, 2008 at 2:57 PM

    Hi there-I do love the bags you've picked, but my fave is the necklace-how very cute and adorable!!

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  12. leeselooksOctober 17, 2008 at 3:07 PM

    OH you must rock out your Bon Jovi T !!!

    you will be smokin'


    ahhh a 3.1 please. I'm loving BOTH of Phillip Lim's clutches. Especially that first one.

    happy weekend.
    x.

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  13. please sirOctober 17, 2008 at 3:46 PM

    I love the envelope look - so neat!

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  14. TinsleyOctober 17, 2008 at 3:51 PM

    oooh great post! these are beautiful
    I have a dark dark green lizard skin clutch i love

    thanks for the mention ;)

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  15. carolina @ patagonia giftsOctober 17, 2008 at 4:27 PM

    I adore clutches! I love that 3.1 Phillip Lim envelope. Gorgeous!

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  16. TriciaOctober 17, 2008 at 5:34 PM

    digging the clutches, i've got a couple vintage ones too for evening, but i'm loving the Kroell and Jensen picks for day.

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  17. Bedroom TalkOctober 17, 2008 at 5:44 PM

    sha la la I love over sized cluthches. I just bought a purple and ruby one with a great turn lock! There so great for Holiday gifts ♥

    have a great weekend :)

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  18. UnknownOctober 17, 2008 at 5:53 PM

    I got an envelope clutch from a shop in Paris called "Le bagarerie" at a very good price and excelent price. Just in case anyone is around

    Love the polka dot one

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  19. UnknownOctober 17, 2008 at 6:56 PM

    Mulberry ...mmmmmm

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  20. SecretistaOctober 17, 2008 at 8:18 PM

    OMG. Whenever those type of bags come in the Fashion Closet I die! I love love love!

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  21. SydneyOctober 17, 2008 at 8:21 PM

    the first and green patent leather are my favourites!

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  22. MirandaOctober 17, 2008 at 10:38 PM

    ah!! i love that kate spade so much
    my aunt has it. super jealous. :)

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  23. AusAnnaOctober 17, 2008 at 10:51 PM

    love love love the hermes clutch. your right, they are so transeasonal! love it.x

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  24. LenoreNeverM♡reOctober 18, 2008 at 12:09 AM

    mail me all of them!!! Luv them CC... You Have a great weekend dear!

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  25. MakiOctober 18, 2008 at 12:46 AM

    Gorgeous envelopes!!! I love them!!

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  26. Lil MidgetOctober 18, 2008 at 1:54 AM

    Great stuff :) I love the pendant. This would be great for uni or work!

    xx

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  27. Nazarina AOctober 18, 2008 at 2:04 AM

    First order of business, I love the polka dots!!!!
    The little white dress and black jacket has my name written all over it! Can you imagine getting out of your car, flipping your hair and walking past construction workers!!!!
    LOL!!!

    I have an award for you ! Please come and get it at

    http://giddygastronome.blogspot.com/2008/10/power-of-pink-awards-and-on-my-soap-box.html

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  28. poeta fit, non nasciturOctober 18, 2008 at 2:54 AM

    i love them and it brings a casual sort of touch to a dressy outfit.

    I can't use them though. i have a tendency to over-bring things and me using an envelope bag would make it look too bulky.

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  29. EeliOctober 18, 2008 at 3:56 AM

    So coincidental that you blog about these envelope bags because i just bought one lol. As they say great minds..... ;P

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  30. SasiOctober 18, 2008 at 4:49 AM

    Omg! I'd buy every single piece you published. I love clutches so much.

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  31. SparkleQueenOctober 18, 2008 at 5:13 AM

    woaahhh, I've seen them before, but I never knew there were so many...thanks for posting this!

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  32. SongyOctober 18, 2008 at 5:15 AM

    Matthew Williamson's clutch is quite sexy.

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  33. AnonymousOctober 18, 2008 at 6:37 AM

    i so love clutch...i can buy one every day

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  34. NemeraeOctober 18, 2008 at 8:11 AM

    I do love this kind of clotches *.* I have one in electric blue, and I'll probably buy another one in brown, with the shape of an envelope of course! :P
    Btw, which are the hottest trends in clothes for the next summer (2009) in your opinion??
    Byee
    xx

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  35. SaraOctober 18, 2008 at 9:06 AM

    I love that polka dot!

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  36. MY OWN YELLOW CATOctober 18, 2008 at 11:23 AM

    OMG! perez hilton? NO!


    Why? tell me...



    xoxo



    ByE!!!

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  37. STEFANIEOctober 18, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    Ooh^-^ Can't decide which one I love the most!!

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  38. Jadore-FashionOctober 18, 2008 at 2:31 PM

    love envelope bags, its jus so unique.

    have a wonderful weekend dear!!! :)

    xoxo

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  39. AnonymousOctober 18, 2008 at 9:07 PM

    Hey Carrie = ) How are you? What are those Cola bottles? Thank you so much for stopping by = ) "wink" = )


    These are by far fabulous finds, keep up the fashionista fab work!

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  40. AnonymousOctober 18, 2008 at 9:07 PM

    I blog rolled you = )

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  41. EmmanuelleOctober 19, 2008 at 8:43 AM

    This blog is awsome !
    :) love it

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  42. Hunters GloryOctober 19, 2008 at 11:10 AM

    Love the title.

    I must day cc your titles are as creative, if not more, than you posts. Witty, humorous at times, and always, ALWAYS! informative of the theme which you are inspired by.

    !\_

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  43. deeOctober 20, 2008 at 10:41 PM

    There are SO many great clutches out right now that I love. Great assortment here. I particularly love vintage clutches.

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  44. Madame DiorOctober 21, 2008 at 6:11 AM

    all lovely picks, but I'd definitely have to say the polka dot clutch is my fav

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