I saw this Miu Miu calf soft clutch in gold at Neiman Marcus the other day, and it caught my eye. With measurements of 8 1/2″H x 17 1/3″W x 1 2/3″D, it’s kind of a monster of a clutch. The gold only increases the high visibility. At first, I thought, how ridiculous. What is the point of a clutch that’s bigger than the average shoulder bag? I had to know how it looked, though, and I picked it up and held it in front of a mirror. The thing is actually pretty damn cool! It’s lightweight, so the size doesn’t matter in that respect, and it fits comfortably in the crook of your arm. With the day clutch being hailed as a huge trend, this bag actually really works. Who said clutches have to be small? In a strange way, this monster clutch is a bit more practical for daytime use than its bitty friends. While the size is the most obvious feature, the bag also boasts other details that make it pretty desirable. I love the pleating! So feminine and fun. Pleats make everything better. And the subtle placement of logo is nice. The bag is enough of a statement that an obvious MIU MIU would be quite off-putting. The gold is very metallic, but the tone is a soft yellow gold that doesn’t offend. This bag may not be for everyone, but if you want it, get it for $715 at neimanmarcus.

Sometimes you have to wonder – in 20 years will we all be looking back on Fendi’s S/S ’07 collection and saying that Karl was just a visionary, ahead of his time? Not that this Fendi flash logo clutch is the craziest of his designs, but couldn’t you see it on the arm of a pristine robot made entirely of white ceramic? My first thought was that it looked like the fanny pack of the future, but I guess it is a clutch. That strap is all kinds of ugly. Luckily, it detaches, and the clutch itself is kind of interesting, if not exactly pretty. I’m wary of calling this bag fug, but it is a little bit unusual. The logoed uber-metallicism isn’t very chic or subtle. At the same time, the yellow (and the other side of the bag is entirely yellow patent) is interesting and kind of pretty. It’s a great sunny shade that works as a fun contrast to the sharp silver and black of the front. The shape is also kind of cool. It’s almost like a book or organizer, and I imagine you’d hold it in much the same way. Anyway, I’m not quite sure what to make of this bag. I certainly wouldn’t buy it, but I wouldn’t judge someone who would as a victim. If it’s your style, take it for $1,125 at Net-A-Porter.

Goldenbleu is one of my favorite mid-range handbag designers. The handbags from this label are uniformly chic and well-designed, and also of the utmost quality, with richly textured leathers and flawless construction. The patent leather is just as superb, with none of the plasticky ick that sometimes accompanies the high-shine material. This Goldenbleu Emerson patent clutch in “mango” is no exception to any of these rules. The color, as the name would suggest, is delicious! I’m not usually a fan of orangey reds, but this hue is just kicky and vibrant enough that the slight orange is really appealing. The slouchy shape is perfect for a casual day clutch, and I love the foldover. The clutch looks easy to hold as well as practical and roomy. It would look adorable with jeans and a summery top, but it could easily carry into the colder months as well with its warm tones. The leather looks luscious and supple, with just enough distressing to counteract the sheen. The minimal hardware works well with the fruity look. Inside you’ll find beautiful soft beige suede lining. I love that Goldenbleu shows quality both inside and out. Anyway, I’m a big fan of this bag. Grab it for $330 at revolveclothing!