Clutch Purses

The clutch purse is the Rolls Royce of the handbag designer's range. If there's any handbag which is going to get the full treatment in terms of decoration, detailing and quality, it's the clutch.

The handbag is a relatively new phenomenon--it's taken women less than a century to turn a new invention into an all-encompassing obsession.

Clutched in the hand rather than carried or slung from handle or strap--hence the name--clutch purses are small but perfectly formed. They're the special-occasion show offs of the purse world, and come in as many designs and materials as there are outfits with which to match them. From lace to leather, they come in a huge variety of styles and materials.

Clutch Purses Come in Every Material

Check out purse and bag blogs like Purseuing and The Purse Blog to see what the top of the range and caught-in-the-paparazzi-flash designers are up to.

You'll see a huge variety of designs and materials. Leather remains a stalwart--it's both sensuous and hard-wearing, elegant and edgy. However, there are also versions in fabric or high-quality man-made materials that are causing a splash on the high-fashion scene.

Take a look at Parisma if you're looking for a great range of clutch purses. You can buy single bags as a retail customer, but it's a great site for small fashion businesses, with discounts of up to 60 percent for wholesale orders over €100. Try the Bellisima Occasions range for some stunning clutch purses, with faux leather bringing the look of the real thing at very affordable prices. The company can be reached at 01534 738562 or info@parisma.co.uk.