It's Party Season! 38 Clutch Bags You'll Carry Long Past the Holidays


Hear that sound? It's the buzz of the holiday season. Bells ringing, cards swiping, families laughing—you get the gist. No matter what traditions you uphold, there's no denying it's a noisy time of year. Our calendars can become filled with an endless number of tasks: gift shopping, traveling, and, of course, holiday parties. The latter activity can often seem like the "least" stressful thing on our to-do lists, but that's not always true. Nothing can feel more frantic than the moment when you're trying to figure out what to wear to a holiday function.
After all, so many questions arise. How exactly do you follow a dress code when it's cold outside? What is appropriate holiday attire? And most importantly, how do you make party pieces last past this time of year? None of the answers are as straightforward as we'd like them to be, but not all hope is lost, friends. While every holiday occasion calls for a different approach to choosing an outfit, there's always one item you can rely on to pull together your look: a party clutch. No matter what's on your calendar, clutch bags are one of the few accessories that can work for almost every occasion. Office parties? Charity galas? Winter weddings? A night at the theater? Check, check, check, check.
Clutch bags are an underrated staple that can carry your ensembles through the rest of the holiday party season and beyond. But if you have yet to find the best clutch bag to add to your own collection amid the holiday craze, keep reading for our curation. After considering longevity, versatility, quality, brand recognition, trendiness, and budget, we were able to identify the best 38 party clutch bags to buy right now. Whether you're looking for a classic style or a conversation starter, there's an option that will surely have you buzzing (in a good way).
Besides the price, the best thing about this clutch bag is that the metal decal doubles as a handle, making it easier to carry throughout the evening.
Our editors can attest to Alexis Bittar's clutches being the perfect accessories for a special evening.
The elongated silhouette paired with the sleek hardware makes this clutch look so much more expensive than its price tag.
Of course, Fendi would make a classic clutch bag even more fabulous.
Pro tip: Consider investing in a classic black clutch bag (like above) to ensure its longevity past the holiday season.
Now, here's a bag that's sure to be the life of the party.
Whether you're attending a company holiday party, wedding, or a night at the opera, you can count on this box clutch to be the right choice for any occasion.
Insider tip: Always look for a clutch that can be a conversational piece (like this Cult Gaia bag). It can make chatting during cocktail hours far easier.
Frosty winter mornings have nothing on this slate-gray clutch bag.
The hardware makes this clutch feel festive, but it's not too holiday-coded, so you can continue to wear it.
It doesn't get dreamier than this pillow-like crushed blue velvet clutch bag.
Looking for a versatile clutch bag? Enter this cute Coach Tabby Bag into the chat. It comes with a detachable wrist strap and chain strap, allowing it to be styled four ways.
Every fashion insider is currently eyeing a clutch from Savette.
The weather outside may be frightful, but this icy blue clutch bag is oh so delightful.
This beaded beauty is beggin' for a night out on the town.
If you've been looking for an excuse to treat yourself to a gift, consider this beaded wristlet clutch your sign.
You can also shop this woven pouch clutch in black, silver, caramel, and burgundy.
If anyone asks if this clutch can be considered "holiday-centric," simply tell them the color is hot cocoa inspired.
With studded handbags still trending, this clutch is a safe investment for the season.
Made from recycled metal, this sculptural clutch bag is sure to make you the center of attention at every holiday function.

Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive edit and social background to various on-staff positions at Who What Wear, MyDomaine, and Byrdie. More recently, she’s become a freelance contributor to other publications including Vogue, Editorialist, and The Cut. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, in search of the next cool thing.
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