THE DESIGN

A hard shell clutch bag in curved heart shape.  The plastic shell is overlaid with a black floral and leaf lace, each half of the heart is edged in a silver metal and the clasp features a large hard plastic diamond.  The bag is a clutch but also has a slim silver rope handle for shoulder wear, this strap is not removable but the fixings swivel into the bag so you can stow it away inside.

WHEN TO CARRY THIS BAG

It is a clutch so best suited for evening use, the fatter design gives you lots of room inside and it will hold more than the more traditional flat clutch bags.  I carry it usually for business lunches when making arrangements with my clients because I can carry a small notebook and pen as well as a small purse, I like that I can carry a few cosmetics samples in the bag instead of having to take along my larger case bag for just a few small items.

WHAT I THINK

I like the loose Lipsy lining because it has a luxury feeling but doesn't get in the way, it is gathered and sewn along all edges with a soft smooth texture.  I don't like the way the bag opens because the hinge is at the very bottom of the heart so it opens too widely, I dropped my purse onto the floor last time I used it because the bag opened up quicker than I expected.   If I have a lot of things in my clutch I have to sit down when I open it because things can fall or roll out if I don't keep one half steady.

It's not comfortable to carry as a clutch for very long because of the hard round design, the lace makes it feel slippy in my hands too so I usually have the strap pulled out ready to place on my shoulder when my hand begins to ache.  For lunches I carry it as a clutch so I can put it on the table while I am eating.  The strap is strong but the fixings look flimsy so I have asked my husband to attach it more securely.   The metal on the edging of the bag goes dull quickly so I polish it every time I use it, the diamond clasp is a bijou touch but lacking in quality.

4 Dooyoo Stars.