J. Tiras Noel Clutch | Modern Two-Toned Racing Stripe Purse

Posted on: May 2

J. Tiras tends to create evening purses are the belles of the ball, from beautiful crystal covered minaudieres to sleek satin clutches. The fashion house goes in a slightly different direction with the Noel.

This is a much more modern affair, from its stipple patterned leather body to its bold racing stripe accents. You could work it on the red carpet, particularly when paired with an extravagant designer gown, but it'd be just as home at a casual gathering with friends or a daytime outing.

At least, you could if you know how to travel light. J. Tiras might have offered a modern interpretation of a clutch purse, but its size isn't so contemporary. Neither is the open slip pocket inside, which is frankly a little bit useless. J. Tiras joins us in the 21st century though with a tuckaway leather strap. This gives us the hands-free carrying option we love, without the bruised shoulders metal chains leave.

Many J. Tiras purses cost more than $100, but we can only take them out when we've got a black tie event to attend. With the versatile Noel priced at just $96, we know we'll get plenty of wear for our dollar.