I’ve been carrying around a zippered Y-3 wallet under my arm for a week, and suddenly, life is easier. I grab everything I need, all at once on my way out the door, which is too much to fit into a pocket-sized wallet.
So I’m particularly delighted with the newest unexpected twist from this season’s menswear runways - the introduction of clutches to men’s wardrobes.
If you think about it, it’s really not far-fetched. Men carry briefcases and portfolios, which are just as hard to carry as a clutch. So why not switch out an attaché case for a sleek Marni envelope? Plus, these days, we’re carrying cell phones, wallets, Blackberries, keys and a bajillion other things. A giant messenger bag isn’t always a convenient, or appropriate, accessory for a night out.
Dries Van Noten’s zippered patent leather option is pretty basic without adding too many buckles or other distractions we’re sure most guys wouldn’t approve of. We love the blood red Ferragamo, left - it’s big but not annoying.
We bet Marc will be next in line with some playful clutches, since he’s obviously a fan of them himself.
The only problem? Keeping your girlfriend’s hands off them.
—KYLE HAYES
posted by guest
Jun 27, 2008 12:32PM
eh, not really a fan...i like to keep my hands free, so i like a messenger bag or a small tote, that i can put over my arm if necessary, for work or daytime...
for a "night out"...it's all about bringing as little as possible...if it doesn't fit unobtrusively in my pants or jackets pockets, i don't need it.
a man-clutch is just asking to get left behind at a restaurant, or dropped on a subway track, or some other horrific end...