https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:37:03 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in/page/2#post-1532016 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 19:02:05 +0000 Jeweled 1532016@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll be admiring this trend on other gals.&nbsp; It does look cool, but wouldn't work for me.&nbsp; My hands and wrists wouldn't be happy with that extra bit of wear and tear.&nbsp; Plus I like to have my hands free rather than juggling a purse while I shop.&nbsp; Also - and I don't want to be a wet blanket - but I think it may be easier for a purse-snatcher to grab a clutch than a cross-body purse or shoulder-strap purse. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in/page/2#post-1531943 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 16:56:36 +0000 unfrumped 1531943@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not for me. Do not need any more muscle-tightening, shoulder-hunching style that I would need to keep a larger bag in tow like this. Misses the point of handbag proportion/accessorizing, IMO. (Note: Thick style filter at work; exercise caution for your own life.)</p> <p>I <u>can</u> see "being the boss of your handbag" and smooshing or wearing it how you like, so more power to you if you can arrange it in a way that looks fresh and different. </p> <p>I also think fashionistas&nbsp; &nbsp;have a diabolical sense of humor and may want to see how many lemmings get on board regardless of how impractical.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in/page/2#post-1531941 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 16:48:21 +0000 Cerinda 1531941@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOL. &nbsp;I end up doing this with my satchels to save my back. &nbsp;I had no idea I was so cutting edge!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-1531904 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 15:39:50 +0000 Colette 1531904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've seen this look and I do like it, however, I prefer it with smaller bags. I will definitely experiment for social activities, for everyday it's just not practical for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-1531885 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 14:56:39 +0000 Marilyn 1531885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I'll pass on this as I like to have my hands free.&nbsp; Sometimes even short handled bags annoy me because I end up shoving them up my arm and they dig into my skin.&nbsp; I like my shoulder bags best.&nbsp; A true clutch is fine because it's small and I can tuck it under my armpit when needed. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-1531868 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 14:05:43 +0000 Traci 1531868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is kind of funny. Last summer when clutches were becoming so popular I just couldn't bring myself to buy one because I knew I'd set it down somewhere and walk away.</p> <p>But, I saw this clutch I loved that looked like a fancy, leather lunch sack. &nbsp;And I had a soft leather tote in my wardrobe, so I folded the top of my tote over and carried it like a clutch sometimes.</p> <p>I treated it kind of like a convertible bag. &nbsp;If I bought too many items to fold it nicely, or needed to free up my hands I could unfold the bag and use the handles over my shoulder.</p> <p>This summer I have a leather backpack I'm besotted with, so haven't done my rolled up tote bag trick. &nbsp;Who knew I was cutting edge? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866819 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:29:13 +0000 Angie 866819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I saw that, Jules! The technique seems to works better with flat bags - and many of mine are blocky satchels. I do have the gorilla arm length to cover the ground though.</p> <p>I'm going to stay pure for a while and wear REAL clutches. Have fun with the look though </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866812 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:22:43 +0000 Janet 866812@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've noticed this on the runways, and wondered about it. I have really been enjoying my clutches, and could *maybe* see carrying one of my handled bags like a clutch if it works that way without feeling bulky and unnatural. Some of these just don't look comfortable, especially when you consider that the models are carrying bags stuffed with lightweight tissue paper, and we'd be putting actual objects with weight in the bags! </p> <p>For the most part, though, I can't help but think if a bag has a handle, why not use it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866762 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 14:21:30 +0000 Diana 866762@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nay. My wrists would be so mad at me, and I would probably leave the bag somewhere by accident. I need to have all my stuff in one bag that is physically attached to my body, LOL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866711 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:24:51 +0000 RoseandJoan 866711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stella is in on the act as well.</p> <p>BJ, is this the onesie for you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866664 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:26:09 +0000 krishnidoux 866664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another Nay here! I think carrying the bag looks good with a clutch or a very slim purse, but to be honest, it looks a bit strange with anything bulkier. It looks like your strap has broken, or you are carrying a package. Or you want to join in the clutch club, but couldn't find any in your wardrobe so you are using your regular bag instead. </p> <p>With a slimmer bag or a real clutch, however, the look is full of style and yes, I would sport it (and do). </p> <p>I was shopping for (bulkier) purses over the weekend. After seeing some prices, esp. of the ones looking like those shown in above pictures, I can understand why some models would cradle it like a treasure in their arms rather than carelessly let it dangle for any pick-pocket to snip it off...! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866657 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:55:48 +0000 RoseandJoan 866657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really interesting responses, it looks like we have more Nays than Yays.</p> <p>I agree one looks the best, probably because it is clutch like in shape and size but I also like both 2 and 3.</p> <p>I can understand the idea this is not comfortable or practical but I admit I have sometimes carried my bag like this (strap looped over the lower arm and clutched from beneath) for extra security through a crowd or if my strap keeps falling off my shoulder. I will try to post a pic when the look does venture out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866651 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:22:41 +0000 Lyrebirdgully 866651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Joy on this one.<br /> #1 is cool and insouciant, but #2 looks to me like the model is trying to evade the store detective with a haul of lead crystal, and #3 looks like a doggy carrier. Confusing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866625 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:47:11 +0000 AJ 866625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks odd to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866574 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 04:19:15 +0000 rae 866574@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not for me. I think the look is fun, but I can't stand the idea of having to hug my bag to my body like that... as if I'm carrying a sack of groceries. What if I'm *also* carrying a real sack of groceries? In my mind, it defeats the purpose of a bag. If I was going to heap all my things together against my hip, I'd wad everything up in my jacket pocket and hold onto that all day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866547 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 03:39:56 +0000 Mo 866547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks cool, but I am so not a bag lady that it's all I can do to even put my crossbody over my shoulder. 90% of the time it's in a reusable grocery shopping bag along with my lunch and apron for work, etc.<br /> I've come to the realization a bag 'wardrobe' will never be part of my world. I'll watch you all play with this </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866453 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 01:44:52 +0000 rosee 866453@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Spoiler alert: I won't. I like crossbody bags for a reason. Doesn't seem all that practical to me. I agree that pic #1 looks ok but 2 and 3 look silly and impractical. </p> <p>For those who do partake - enjoy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866375 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:29:42 +0000 qfbrenda 866375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My hands ache just thinking about it. I'm strong... lift weights and everything... but my hands just can't do clutches of any sort. I don't know why. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866364 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:16:05 +0000 bj1111 866364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>since i don't have a thing for purses, i would give this a pass. i didn't get an oversized clutch, though i liked the look on others, for the same reason.</p> <p>to me, it looks like she packed too much in a bag an is having a hard time carrying it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866362 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:12:28 +0000 Anonymous 866362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>2 and 3 make me think that there's so much in that bag that it's too heavy to carry on the arm....or it contains a pet. I'll give it a try but there's no getting around that those bags aren't clutches and aren't going to sit nicely on your lap when seated. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866359 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:05:23 +0000 siniestra 866359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>im a klutz barelly master being with my satchel and not forget it in every place i go ...i still can't with my clutch ...even if it is big ...i am a klutz so i would def skip the trend </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866356 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 23:36:11 +0000 MsMary 866356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will try.</p> <p>I will also do my best to make those Scary Model Faces while doing so. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866342 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 23:10:52 +0000 Deborah 866342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have tried this and I find it works with some bags but not others. To my eye, #1 works, #2 looks silly and #3 is borderline. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866335 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 22:48:50 +0000 Thistle 866335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Going to pass on this one. I usually need both both hands to contain DD. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866333 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 22:44:16 +0000 Laura 866333@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First, I must say that I wish my arms were a few inches longer. I think this look is best suited to my longer-armed sisters :)</p> <p>However, because you have used such impressively sharp powers of discernment to notice this free, fringe trend, I am going to go for it. A dropped bag is a small price to pay for looking du moment! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866316 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 21:58:55 +0000 Beth Ann 866316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, my. I've been educating myself about bags recently, in preparation for creating a true bag capsule and upgrading quality. Just yesterday I decided that I was going only for convertible bags --- bags that can cross the body, at least as an option, because they include at least an optional strap. I need to be FREE! I use to think this was due to having young children, but I find that I still want to be hands free, and fee the weight of my bag distributed across my body.</p> <p>This looks great, but I'll enjoy it on others! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866293 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 21:03:50 +0000 jenanded 866293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So crossbodies are heading out the door? But then if i had any of these outfits i would make he sacrifice:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866290 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 21:00:35 +0000 lyn* 866290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think my arm would hurt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866287 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:56:37 +0000 Anonymous 866287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's interesting to note that the way someone carries their bag can become part of their style. Even the girls and boys in high school carry their binders or backpacks a certain way and it's part of their "swag". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/carry-every-bag-like-a-clutch-are-you-in#post-866276 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:43:39 +0000 Echo 866276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no issue with carrying a bag that way, provided it doesn't have handles. When it does have handles, it strikes me as a little unusual, as well as inconvenient. Large clutches are great, so size has nothing to do with it, but I guess my first thought with those pictures is... why? Then again, like someone mentioned, it costs nothing to try, and if someone likes it, then it is none of my business how someone chooses to carry their bag. I will stick to only carrying handle-free bags as clutches, though. </p>