Susan Farber Laurel Clutch | Zipper Detailed Leather Ruffle Purse

Posted on: Feb 17

The surprising combination of ruffles and zippered trim makes the Laurel a purse of contradictions.

All those frills are definitely feminine, but their zippered edges give the ruffles a healthy dose of attitude. This is the kind of purse I can imagine Pink or Katy Perry carrying on the red carpet to remind us that girls can still rock!

I'm not entirely convinced by the leather though. Its slightly glossy sheen cheapens the look, making it appear more like synthetic than the genuine article. Of course, we're still paying real leather prices. It might make the purse more durable in the long run, but it could have looked much better than this.

The gingham lined space is simple but serviceable. Clutches never hold a lot, but there should be enough room for the basics. You'll get more space if you take out the shoulder strap. The thin leather strap is long enough for cross-body carrying, and infinitely more comfortable than the chains we're used to.

This versatile clutch could help to dress up your favorite pair of Levis or add a little attitude to a little black dress. Get it in green, cognac, espresso, or plum.