I definitely used to say that in high school – to describe something that was awesome and cool.  Anyways, I’m really into over-sized clutches right now.  I had seen some in magazines and wanted to buy one, but rarely have the need for a small handbag.  That would *normally* rule out the clutch.  Give the clutch of yesteryear some steroids and now we’re talking!  My friend had a Madison Purse party…a direct sales vendor specializing in custom made handbags.  It was fun, but somewhat overwhelming.  I’ve determined that I wouldn’t make the best purse designer.  70 fabrics + 14 different style handbags = Shopaholic anxiety.  BUT, I finally found my chance to buy an over-sized clutch ($58)!  Mine will be a matte black fabric with a black/champagne/ivory paisley interior.  I can’t wait until it arrives in 3 weeks!  So since you most likely won’t be attending a Madison Purse Party anytime soon, I’m showcasing my favorite ones available in stores now.  With the holidays and New Years right around the corner, I think it would get quite a bit of use!

Banana Republic, Marc by Marc Jacobs, J.Crew

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*This BCBG Sequin Clutch is all glam.  Go with the black or gold to match all of your NYE possibilities!  On sale at Zappos for $102!  The best part?  It’s more two-faced than you (wink wink), just swipe the sequins and you’ll have a totally new color!

*Betsey Johnson was not playing around with this clutch.  It’s SO fun – the confetti colored sequin, the giant bow, and the foldover top make it a party purse with a ton of interior space!  $128.

*J. Crew maintained the versatility in this clutch by adding a tuck-away chain strap.  I love the large envelope design and the metallic leather – $138.

*Banana Republic incorporated some studs to their Minna bag – an over-sized leather clutch with a wrist strap to help you hold on!  Our one option for under $100 :)

*I wouldn’t be The Shopaholic if I didn’t showcase a bag > $300.  Here’s the Marc by Marc Jacobs totally turnlock clutch.  If you need to justify the pricetag, remember that they included a long strap to convert to a cross-body bag.  Love the idea.  This could be your everything bag (in supersoft, calfskin leather).

So clutch, right?  shops love!

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