Finding a chic exotic skin clutch that combines neutral beige shades with stark black is no easy task. Especially in a patchwork style which runs the risk of looking pieced together with leftover scrap leather. Oscar de la Renta‘s Lizard Lightening clutch, however, is a stunning example of how to do patchwork right. The skins not only look perfectly cut for the design, they look seamlessly pieced together. It also has a vintage-y 70′s vibe that I always find appealing. I don’t know why I like the look of old stuff. When I was in my teens I only wanted the shiniest and trendiest of new things but now, give me the retro!
The 9.25″ x 5.5″ clutch has invisible magnetic closure and 6″ inside pocket with zipper closure, a 6″ pouch pocket with lizard trim and dark brown leather interior. $2,990 at Oscar de la Renta.com
Oh, this absolutely looks vintage. It looks like something my grandmother (my person style icon and a fashionista to this day) would have in her arsenal. And while I’m thinking of it… I may want to raid her closet to see if she already has a great piece like this. Maybe I’ll score an Oscar of my own
Very nice choice, Tina.
Indeed, this bag looks well made,as you Tina said, and therefore I accept the high price. Too bad that it is not my style.
Wow, looks like the sort of thing you’d find in the V&A. Just stunning. Will you get it?
You know, you pay for quality in craftsmanship and the lizard skin which is quite expensive! I am looking at a few clutches right now from ODLR… will keep you posted!