clutch purse

Handleless evening bag

A clutch purse is a small handbag without handles or straps, designed to be carried in the hand or tucked under the arm.

Typically used for formal occasions, it holds only essentials—phone, keys, lipstick: She carried a beaded clutch purse to the gala.

Often shortened to simply clutch.

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chain strap · sequined · patent leather · formal · special occasion · gala · cocktail · going out · little black dress · grip · clasp · snap · elegant · beaded · velvet · petite · lipstick · compact

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carrying method

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Bag worn via strap

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size and capacity

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Cylindrical fabric travel sack

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formality/occasion

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Carrier for workout gear

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Family

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Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G