HOLIDAYS IN HAND

A touch of eye candy in the form of a printed, sparkly or textured clutch takes holiday chic to a new level.

BY ANDREA KARR PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARIERAINVILLE

Even if a whole new party outfit isn’t in the cards (read: budget) for your holiday celebrations, a festive handbag will make even a timeworn LBD feel fresh. Add a decked-out mani to the mix and you’re a brand-new woman.

Clutch, $50, lechateau.com. Tunic, $1,200, jcrew.com. Infinity ring, thomassabo.com. Statement ring, winners.ca. PLANNING TO SPLURGE ON JEWELLERY?

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Party Rock

These glam bags will spruce up your go-to party look.

24 KARAT

This rounded clutch with an architectural clasp will give any outfit a golden touch. $40, lechateau.com. BOOM BOX

Bejewelled bags at affordable price points— like this glammed-out box clutch—only come around at the holidays, so act fast. $60, aldoshoes.com. CHERRY ON TOP

Cherry red is a holiday staple, and we adore the addition of a metallic handle to this simple bag. $40, winners.ca.

PATTERN PLAY

This black-and-pink pouch works for a board meeting, cocktail hour and a candlelit dinner. $124, bananarepublic.ca.

GEM DROP

Silver, sparkle and a jewelled clasp: Prepare to feel like royalty when carrying this stunner. $209, tedbaker.com. PASS THE ENVELOPE

A slim envelope clutch in gunmetal leather will add edge to even the primmest ensemble. $215, braveleather.com.

HAVE A BALL

A playful ball-and-chain handbag is hard to ignore. Just plan to pack light. $240, reiss.com. FRINGE BENEFITS

Put a little seasonal swing in your step with a swish of long black fringe. $50, express.com.

CALL OF THE WILD

We’re in love with the leopard pattern on this clutch. The magenta fringe is spot on! B Brian Atwood clutch, $148, thebay.com.