These bags are a quick, one-accessory way to make your outfit pop. Add minimal (or no) jewelry, and make sure to master the under-arm hold so you can manage a champagne and communicative it’s-too-loud-I-can’t-hear-you hand gestures, too.
This Abas clutch ($198) looks vintage-inspired, and has lots of inner compartments for coins, cards and your ID.
If the beading/ruffles/fringe you’re wearing call for clean-lined simplicity, look for an inexpensive bag in a bright or metallic color, like La Regale’s Jersey Clutch ($25).
This satin clutch costs $10, and is only available online. Deciding between the colors is a perfect, guilt-free break from reading online news and cleaning your desk.
I’m surprised and impressed that this Shiny Pill Box Clutch ($56.25, was $75) comes from Jessica McClintock, of poufy prom dress fame. I’d wear it this dress in navy.
A classic black clutch gets the special-occasion treatment with silver detail and shimmery fabric. The bag ($285) also comes with a removable strap.

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