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Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load

Bulky bags are so passé! Large envelope and small quick-zip clutches are sealing the deal.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 27, 2020
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Camo Crush

A small pouch packed with neon colors injects loads of color into a black ensemble.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
02
One-of-A-Kind Clutch

Standout from the crowd and personalize your pint-size clutch with your initials.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
03
Wild Thang

Play with pony and python skins to luxe up your look with the season’s wildest trend.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
04
Blocked Out

A solid colored clutch can colorblock a look effortlessly

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
05
Double Time

Pair a compact pouch with a crossbody bag for a layered look.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
06
Pow!

Make a fun fashion statement with a conversation-starting piece.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
07
New Neutrals

Nudes and camel shades are a cooler alternative to basic black.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
08
Closed Case

Pack more in a sleek compact clutch that folds over fashionably.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
09
Color Cure

If your wardrobe is color shy, take a risk with bright accessories that are easy to interchange and simply add life to a look.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
10
Stylish Splash

Turn an oldie into a goody with a popping shade.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
11
Gold Metal

An envelope style clutch feels fresher with modern touches of metal.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
12
Pack it In

An envelope clutch that packs it all in without weighing you down.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
13
It’s Electric!

A bolder alternative to classic colors.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
14
Minimal Moment

Simple styles can balance out a look when you want the attention on a bolder piece like a blazer.

Street Style Accessories: Lighten the Load
Hannan Saleh
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