Special Occasion: The Bag

I love handbags, but I've noticed that I never choose the right handbag for a special occasion or party. My handbags are usual big and my friends use me as their luggage carrier (not fun). When you are at a party or dance, you want to be able to move freely. The only way you can do this is if your bag is treated like an accessory. This means downsizing. Clutches are our friends when it comes to partying because they take up less space.

What to keep in your clutch: I suggest that you downsize to the bare minimum. This means your makeup if you choose to wear any MUST not feather or fade because you will have no room for a make up bag. Just bring the essentials:

1.Phone

2.Keys

3. Credit/Debit Card and Cash

4.Driver's License /ID

5. (optional) mini hand sanitizer 

6. (optional) mini hand lotion 

7. (optional) the lipgloss and/or lipstick you are wearing that night

*To maximize space in your clutch, use a paper clip to secure your Cards and Cash.*

A great place to buy a clutch is DSW.com. They carry many well made clutches for more than half off the suggested retail price. Here are just a few suggestions on clutches from DSW and many of my other favorite stores.

The Dant from Aldo.com
Dare to be different in this eye catching
beauty
source: Aldo

Lulu Townsend Ombre Sequin Clutch
A nice pop of color
This could add personality to a LBD
source: DSW

Lulu Townsend Stud Bow Clutch
Sexy and Feminine
source: DSW

Lulu Townsend Rockin' Stud Sequin Clutch
This catches the eye definitely handheld jewelry
source: DSW

Lulu Townsend Beaded Satin Clutch
Like I've said before I LOVE BLING
source: DSW

Urban Expressions Mod Clutch
PURE PERFECTION
source: DSW

Simple nude clutch with cross chain
source: forever21

This is a dark purple crossbody bag that you
can swing across your body so you don't
have to carry it around.
source: forever21

This beautiful gold clutch
There are no words
source: modcloth.com

This simple edgy black and gold
clutch is extremely affordable
source: forever21.com

My Personal favorite the Lulu Townsend Allover Stud Box Clutch
can be purchased at DSW.com
source:shopstyle.com

In a perfect world, I'd sport this Judith Leiber clutch.
Unfortunately, her beautiful designs are thousands of dollars out of my price range.

The McComack from Aldo.com
spike details and detachable crossbody
perfect for a day to night look

Beautiful crossbody with cute bow detail
source: Aldo

The Lehigh from Aldo.com  Perfect for  upcoming
fall parties.
source: Aldo

The Hilbner from Aldo.com
Classic sliver sequin  clutch
source: Aldo