04.22.08

 

hold the purse strings.

contributed by toni kervina
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jumbo shrimp. silent scream. virtual reality. some oxymorons just work. what else? oversized clutches. grab a hold of this season's X factor and get ready to shine.

plexi-class.
why look for the silver lining when you can have all-over sparkle? the chloé plexi leather clutch ($1,720) is a shining star in a world of boring bags. the metallic leather frame is accented with a lucite closure and blush leather lining for a look that's out of this world. 9700 collins avenue. bal harbour shops. 305.861.1909. www.net-a-porter.com


bread and butter.
you can go over the shoulder or crossbody with this fendi large patent baguette ($1,330) your preference? strapless. black patent leather with gold-tone hardware is the perfect way to be a shining example. available at neiman marcus. 390 san lorenzo avenue. at 42nd. 786.999.1000. www.neimanmarcus.com


flight plan.
the marc by marc jacobs airliner magazine clutch ($328) in foam is enough to get us in a lather. it's a leather fold over with a top zip and push-lock closure. with this much ample room, you may have to buy it its own seat. available at barney's new york. 832 collins avenue. between 8th and 9th. 305.421.2010. www.barneys.com


snake charming.
some animals use color to keep others at bay, but you'll be attracting plenty of admirers with this carlos falchi oversized python clutch ($2,710). it comes in bright, gathered orange python skin with center buckle and detachable chain so you can get your squeeze on. available at saks fifth avenue. 7687 north kendall drive. at palmetto. 305.662.8655. www.saks.com


pretty in pink.
in a color called parfait, this BCBG leather clutch ($198) is good enough to eat. it has a removable chain strap, double compartments and sleeper bag. it's perfect, n'est-ce pas? 8888 southwest 136th street. at 88th. 305.259.8489. www.bcbgmaxazria.com


hail to the chief.
be a boho belle with this diane von furstenberg CEO leather bag ($440). this foldover clutch comes in a springy light brown with cut-out handle and a laced, leather trim. grab onto it and be leader of the pack. 320 san lorenzo avenue. village of merrick park. 305.446.4003. www.dvf.com

     



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