The Perfect Gift for Your Wife, Girlfriend or Mother from Evening Elegance Whether it’s for the Holidays, a birthday or other special occasion, we want the perfect gift for the women we love. There are always the old standbys, sweaters, jewelry, books, but if you want your gift to be unique and special, you might consider an evening bag or clutch purse. These beautiful accessories are treasured by women everywhere and add that jea-ne-sais-quoi.
Make it Something Special A simple satin, velvet or beaded black bag is a fashion must. It has survived the test of time because it always looks smart and goes with most coats, jackets and evening clothes. But for a gift, it’s more rewarding to give something that she would not buy for herself. Imagine how delighted she would be to receive a rhinestone studded red leather evening clutch, if her favorite color is red. Or a blue satin and crystal bag is her color is blue. If she loves the exotic, you might find a zebra striped clutch or a bright multi-colored bag. Here's an opportunity to be a little daring. Whatever your choice, it’s personal and special.
Give Quality Aside from looks you may want to consider durability and size when choosing an evening bag. The most durable evening bags are metal mesh, beaded, leather, and crystal rhinestone. Metal mesh purses should look new for a lifetime. They don't wrinkle and any spills can be easily wiped off. Beaded bags resist scratches and wrinkles, but if they are a light color they may show