New York Street Style has to be one of the most sought after styles of  fashion  in the world.  And yet, no one even thinks of NYC in these “branding” terms.  As a New York City Stylist for 20 years and a handbag designer for 15 years, I can decisively say that the fashion street inspiration you see in NYC  is definitely a sought after style of fashion around the globe.
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This week the Team at Clutch NY decided we would give our readers a Fold Over Clutch Bag Review so you, the reader, Â can get a better understanding for why this leather handbag was designed by Laura Dotolo. Continue reading
Designer handbags  names are very interesting.  Have you ever wondered where the names for leather handbags and purses come from?  It seems that most names originate from utilitarian bags that have been used by peoples throughout the ages.  Clutch NY has always used utilitarian names for our handbags and leather purses.  The Lunch Bags, pictured above, is the perfect example of a designer handbag name taken from a utilitarian bag.  Have you thought about the Lunch part of  that handbag? Continue reading
New York City Style has to be one of the most sought after styles of  fashion  in the world.  And yet, no one even thinks of NYC in these “branding” terms.  As a New York City Stylist for 20 years and a handbag designer for 15 years, I can conclusively say that the fashion street inspiration you see in NYC  is definitely a sought after style of fashion around the globe. Continue reading
Marketing and media firm Web Sales Magic sat down with the creative force behind ClutchBags.com;  Clutch New York Designer Laura Dotolo. Here is  an inside look into the thought, inspiration and aesthetic that goes into the New York City Handbag Designers brand.
WSM:Â Thanks for taking the time to meet with us Laura. You’re offices here are amazing; what a view!
Laura Dotolo:Â Thanks! I’ve always loved living in downtown Manhattan. I was searching for a great office space that offered inspiration. Â I was lucky enough to come upon this space that has 7 windows facing the harbor of New York City. Â It is quite a spectacular view. Continue reading
Ok, so if you have been following us on Facebook, you know that this week we are spotlighting the Hobo Bag Feed Bag  from  Clutch Bags NY.  So, the Clutch NY team decided we should write our own handbag review of the Feed Bag and talk about what goes into the design and production of this lovely leather purse. Sound good?  We think so.  So please follow along here. Continue reading
Designer handbag  names are very interesting.  Have you ever wondered where the names for leather handbags and purses come from?  It seems that most names originate from utilitarian bags that have been used by peoples throughout the ages.  Clutch NY has always used utilitarian names for our handbags and leather purses.  The Feed Bag, pictured above, is the perfect example of a designer handbag name taken from a utilitarian bag.  Have you thought about the Feed part of  that handbag?       Continue reading
The Statue of Liberty serves as inspiration to Clutch NY’s Laura Dotolo everyday of her New York City life.  Why you ask? She sits in the harbor  right outside Laura’s window.  Yes, you heard right. The Statue of Liberty inspiration lives right outside the window’s view at the Clutch NY headquarters on  the Battery in Manhattan. Continue reading
New York City Style has to be one of the most sought after styles of  fashion  in the world.  And yet, no one even thinks of NYC in these “branding” terms.  As a New York City Stylist for 20 years and a handbag designer for 15 years, I can conclusively say that the fashion street inspiration you see in NYC  is definitely a sought after style of fashion around the globe. Continue reading
Ok, so if you have been following us on Facebook, you know that this week we are spotlighting the Saddle Bags from Clutch NY. So, the Clutch NY team decided we should write our own handbag review of the Saddle Bag and talk about what goes into the design and production of this lovely leather purse. Sound good?  We think so.  So please follow along here. Continue reading
