Carlos Falchi can effortlessly add style to any evening ensemble with this head-turning Pearlized Python Mini Clutch.

Don't let its name concern you; it might be called a mini but it's much larger than many evening bags. It's no heavyweight, don't get me wrong, but it's long enough to accommodate your party ...

This is the first in a series of articles introducing you to the vintages styles of different eras, and showing you some of the best vintage inspired handbags on the market. To begin with, the brilliant era of life-changing politics and dramatic prohibition that produced flapper girls - the fabulous 1920s.

The 1920's, especially from 1925 onwards, were known as the "roaring 20s", and as such is characterized by the Charleston, evenings spent dancing despite the alcohol prohibition, and women rebelling against repression. There probably were day bags, but the real prized possessions to accompany complex flapper dresses and elegant feather boas were the delicate beaded art deco evening bags.

I am on the look out for a smart yet pretty clutch for the upcoming Christmas party season. Whilst trawling though page upon page of average clutches, this snakeskin purse caught my eye as an interesting bet for sophisticated winter looks.

This purse is best in the lovely deep cobalt blue, and I ...