I usually take my bags in one of three colors: black, black with silver hardware, or black with gold hardware. But, this gorgeous satin clutch by Jimmy Choo is really sending me into a tailspin. It is retro and modern at the same time, and has a simple elegance that I find irresistible. And, it would still look great with a black dress. The Jimmy Choo Chad Clutch is available for $995 from Net-A-Porter.

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The Perfect Evening Clutch for Spring | The Jimmy Choo Chad Tassel Clutch

Unlike many evening bags, this clutch isn’t so small that you can’t fit anything in it. Instead, at 8-inches wide, it’s big enough to hold your most important essentials – wallet, compact, lipstick, cell phone and keys.

This black eel clutch features a contrasting watersnake foldover panel, along with a gold bar closure. The goldtone chain strap can be tucked inside to carry it by hand.

You can get this gorgeous black and gold clutch from Jimmy Choo right now at Net-a-porter for $1,995. Check out the rest of the beautiful evening clutches they have available, ranging from black to shiny metallic to bold brights.

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Jimmy Choo Chrissie Clutch

This Marc Jacobs bag features a silvertone frog on the front and a drop-in shoulder strap. Though this handbag is for evening, it’s not tiny. At 12 inches wide, it’s big enough to hold all your essentials while staying stylish.

You can get this red bag right now for $1,379 – marked down from $2,300.

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Marc Jacobs Red Sequin Evening Bag

This black bag features purple feathers. It’s a great evening bag that isn’t too small (9 inches wide). This clutch is priced at $1,215 at Neiman Marcus, so it’s definitely a luxury buy. It also comes in red/black.

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Christian Louboutin Cancan Feathered Satin Clutch

The Cupola Minaudiere features a braided cord strap with tassels hanging on the side. The hinged bag is very small – only about 3 1/2 inches wide – so don’t expect to carry much in it. But afterall, Leiber bags are more for show rather than for carrying anything.

You can order this red crystal bag right now from Neiman Marcus for $2,995. Check out the rest of the Judith Leiber collection.

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Judith Leiber Cupola Minaudiere

Pair it with this gorgeous Christian Louboutin silver satin ‘Lady Macbeth’ handbag which converts between a clutch and a long-strap purse.  This designer bag is currently 20% off, also at Bluefly.com.

Bluefly ships internationally.

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Vera Wang Silk Gown 40% Off

Yellow, ruffles, and retro 80s are all *in* this season.  The dress is on sale right now for less than $50. Wear it with this oversized glossy black handbag, also on sale, and under $30!

(I say “oversized,” but there’s really no such thing when it comes to handbags, is there?)  Buy both the cute yellow dress and the black trendy handbag when you shop online at Newport News.

If you liked this post, you might also like these previous posts featuring fashionable yellow:

• Fashion Designers Love Yellow! Major Discount on Dress, Shoes, Handbag (currently on sale)
• Trendy Plus Size Dress — Wholesale AND On Sale! (less than $30!)
• Polka-Dot Chic, Dress for Spring (less than $70)
• Fashion — What’s Hot in Europe (black/white/yellow dress)

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Newport News’ Sassy Short Yellow Dress is *IN* and On Sale

The pleated tiers are divided into sections which give it a geometric pattern while still evoking a romantic, feminine quality.  This Alberta Ferretti dress is made of 100% silk and can be purchased when you shop online at my-wardrobe.com. 

Pair it with this white leather Niki designer clutch by CC Skye, which features a magnetic fastener.

my-wardrobe.com is based in the UK and ships worldwide.  See their women’s clothing and accessories sale section.  You can also read their fashion blog or shop by designer.

So, here’s a question for all online shoppers.  What would it take for you to buy a product from overseas and pay that extra shipping fee?  What constitutes that “gotta have it” factor for you?

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Alberta Ferretti Designer Dress — Different from the Rest

This Ven Diagram belt has a molded 3D pattern, and it’s washable.

These trendy keyboard rings will be a hit with internet addicts (like me).

Go from day to evening with this unique handbag, a gold convertible clutch.

Other things you can do at myitthings.com are: take part in their own version of Project Runway when you become the judge and decide which new designer wins the It Designer Contest or  find out about Christian Siriano’s upcoming fashion line for Bluefly.com.

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Fashionista Friday: “It” Things

1. See an artistic Kathleen Dustin purse that looks like a flower pod (kinda weird/kinda cool).

2. Discover the fashionable/functional laptop bag and carry-all from LapSac. 

3. Take a look inside the Butler Hybrid handbag (above) — chic on the outside/hyper organized on the inside.  (Get yours for $165 at butlerbag.com.)

If you liked this post, you might also like my handbag section. 

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