When my partner @George Palmiano and I went to Hongkong in January of this year (2013), we noticed and were awed that HK/Chinese males weren't afraid to lug around with bags - and clutches - while they moved thru the hustle and bustle of the city. Sure, they are more modern and more equipped, but this is evidence of an open-minded, fashion-forward civilization not afraid to try different style trends. Here in the Philippines, most guys wouldn't even bring a bag (unless you're going to the school with lots of books, or you're off to work with important paper works, or bound for the gym with extra shirt and shoes, or during travel)... what more clutches! Sad to think that only gays would carry them around.
Whether you think they are feminine or not, I wouldn't mind holding a clutch to safekeep my car keys, my mobile phone, my cigarette & lighter, iPad and some bits of cash when I don't feel like carrying a huge bag. Call it a purse, an envelope, a portfolio, a briefcase, a pouch or just a mini strapless bag, the clutch is not just a fashionable hand accessory, but it serves good function as well.
Here are some ideas (this F/W 2013 season) that truly, the man clutch has arrived (rectangle or square; black, brown or with color; leather or fabric; zippered, buttoned or envelope, with or without print) and you shouldn't be afraid to carry it, too.
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| THE WORKING CLASS. Man clutches had a decent showing as seen on the runway show of @Salvatore Mann during the recent Philippine Fashion Week. I particularly like the black one on the right with textured interlaced pattern - stylishly formal yet very masculine still. Available at The SM Stores nationwide. (Photos by statusmagonline.com) |
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| TRU-LY YOURS. Top local fashion designers @Joey Samson (left) and @Ivarluski Aseron (right) carry brown stingray clutches designed by renowned fashion stylist/columnist @Luis Espiritu for TRU. Available at 2/L Rockwell Powerplant Mall. (Photos by Luis Espiritu) |
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| STREAMLINED & GENDERLESS. Speaking of Ivar Aseron, he designed this minimalist-looking black leather clutch with openings at each end, for both men and women. Available at vitostudio.com |
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| PRINT MATTERS. If you're fun and quirky, these printed clutch versions from @ZARA Man are enough fashion statements - either in checkered or with animal prints. (Photos from zara.com) |
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| TIMELESS. Black briefcase with embossed detailing by @PEDRO is for keeps. (Photo from pedroshoes.com) |
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| TO DIE FOR. @GUCCI banners its latest ad campaign (F/W 2013) with an envy-of-all, black reptilian-skinned clutch for men. |
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