That's CLUTCH!

Hello EVERYONE!  Sorry I have been away for way too long.  Happy FRIDAY to all.  :)

So I was at the mall today in a shoe store "shi by JOURNEYS" and couldn't find a good pair of shoes that I "needed".  Instead, I made my way to their small purse section.  Sure enough, I came across this clutch!

An off white studded and jeweled clutch.  It was $25...but I loved it so I bought it.  It also comes with a silver chain so I can carry it as a regular purse, which is pretty cool.  The only thing that I'm kind of worried about is the studs and jewels staying on.  I've had an experience with a cheaper clutch I got that also had studs on it and they were falling out all through out the night!  Yikes!  Hopefully this one will tough it out like a champ.

Here is a close up of the studs and stones.  (Sorry for the color difference in the 2 pictures, I took one in my room with sucky lamp lighting and I took the other one in my kitchen)   :)

I love how it's kinda classy but edgy at the same time.  I've really been into studs lately, just like the Same Edelman heels.  This clutch is super cute, I think it's also very versatile.  You can wear it up or down.  With a dress or just jeans and a t-shirt. 

This is just what I had on for the day but I think it even still works with my blue pants and grey top.

Anyways, while we are on the topic of clutches...I think every woman needs a clutch.  I know we all love our big purses but there's something about the sophistication of a clutch that I love.  No matter what color or size, definitely get a few for options, especially for when you are out in about.  No one wants a big purse  hanging on their shoulder while they are out.  Or you shouldn't have to worry about what you are going to do with your purse if you want to hit up the dance floor.  You could always bring it with ya but then it just looks like you're dancing with your purse.  haha...

Just grab a clutch before you head out, put a few essentials in there and you're good to go.  It's small enough to where it doesn't get in the way and big enough to put a few things in there, such as your keys, lipstick or lip gloss, your driver's license or I.D., even your phone.  A zipper on the inside is a MUST for clutches.  You don't want to have to worry about any of your things slipping out.  Some clutches come with a little sling bracelet and some don't.  Some people really prefer the sling because it feels more secure on their wrist but it really doesn't bother me if it doesn't have one.  It's totally what you prefer. 

If you don't have a clutch, a good neutral color is a safe way to go.  Get a black or tanned colored clutch.  Pick a color that will go with anything and everything.

These are just my few favorites.  I have a few neutral ones and a few that are kinda funky and colorful. 

Anyways, after finding my new favorite clutch, I just thought I would share with you guys what I found and why I love clutches!  Feel free to share any of your favorite things with me.  I would love to hear about them.  :)

HAVE A BEAUTIFUL FRIDAY.

 <3,

ALICE