The Minaudière, we all have one in our closets right? A fashion staple for evenings out, regardless of the event this little carry-on purse is meant accentuate anyone in full-fashion battle regalia.
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Judith Leiber Kitali Pattern Turtle-inspired minaudiere |
min·au·dière (mn-dyâr)
A small ornamental case for a woman's cosmetics, jewelry, or personal items that is often carried as a handbag. As seen on Gala events and award ceremonies. Case in point, Jennifer Lawrence at the recent Golden Globes in a bright persimmon princess-cut dress by Dior Couture.
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Jennifer Lawrence Golden Globes clutch: a silver Ferragamo Minaudière |
If you fancy another silver Minaudière, this time with geometric cuts, Filipino NYC-based designer Rafe offers this industrial edge beauty- the Rafé New York 'Maryanne' Minaudiere

At Forever21 Manila, a minaudière menagerie.

For €5,000, you can have your very own Metal and crystal Claire clutch by Jimmy Choo.