I am glad this bag is so simple. It is nice to know what you are getting and to have no high expectations that are disappointed once the bag is in your possession.
Here you have a simple and attractive clutch that does what it says on the bottle: Bright sexy colors, suitable interior pockets, and nothing to worry about.
As with many Hobo bags, there is a consistent level of quality materials. The leather is soft and luxurious, the zipper neatly colored to keep with the theme. You can also expect a good degree of wear and tear – handled carefully, this clutch could last for a good few seasons.
However, if hot trends are your thing then don’t get too worried. The bright turquoise blue of the elegant patent leather exterior is bang on the current color blocking trend. Pair this with a cute 60’s shift dress or bold contrasting shade, and you couldn’t be more high fashion if you tried.
It gets even better, the interior lining of this bright turquoise fold-over clutch is in two fashionably contrasting shades: Directly inside is an attractive black and white hounds-tooth fabric lining. Then take a peek under the fold of the purse and there’s a glossy yellow-gold shade that contrasts directly with the bold aquamarine color on the outside.
This clutch from Hobo International is also available in several other bold colors including a sun-bright yellow, poppy red, shiny white, a darker garnet brown and traditional black. Whatever the exterior color of the bag, bold and contrasting colors appear on the inside.
The downsides? You don’t get much space although you probably aren’t expecting much room anyway, otherwise you’d be choosing an oversized handbag with massive dimensions and the advantage of handles. Even so, it’s easy to forget to look past the minimalistic design and assess your specific needs; can this bag really carry your evening survival kit?
In addition, the minimalist design, while fashionable, gives the bag a level of blandness that fails to portray it’s designer quality. One woman’s minimalist is another woman’s no frills and at first glance this could be mistaken for a bag from Ikea!
Other that this nitpicking the bag is affordable and cool available for $150 and under. I would really recommend it to anyone who appreciates a minimalist and functional clutch.
More Features of this Hobo Patent Melia Purse
- Exterior zippered pocket
- Interior compartments
- Hounds-tooth lining and patent leather exterior
- Snap closure
