Olympia Le-Tan Olympia LeTan The Scarlet Garden Velvet Clutch
Olympia Le-Tan Olympia LeTan The Scarlet Garden Velvet Clutch

Olympia LeTan The Scarlet Garden Velvet Clutch

Olympia Le-Tan

$1930.00

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The Scarlet Garden Velvet Clutch by Olympia Le-Tan channels Parisian wit with a bookish twist. A hard-case silhouette in rich crimson velvet is lavishly hand embroidered, centering a bold poppy framed by white floral vines and symmetrical birds. The trompe l'oeil detail reads as clever and timeless, a nod to Olympia Le-Tan's craft-forward heritage that ages like a favorite novel.

Inside, the structured frame unclasps to reveal a multicolored vintage floral print lining, a playful surprise that keeps the exterior saturated with drama. The compact, rectangular shape anchors evening looks with ease, pairing seamlessly with sleek dresses, tailored coats, or modern separates. It holds the essentials and lets the embroidery steal the show, offering a refined contrast between opulent texture and streamlined silhouette.

Olympia Le-Tan has built a world where literature and luxury mingle since 2009, and this clutch is a vivid expression of that lineage. Inspired by the Strand bookstore muse, it translates narrative whimsy into wearable art with hand embroidery, trompe l'oeil detail, and a striking central motif that feels timelessly relevant.

Materials / Fabrication

  • Hard-case silhouette in rich crimson velvet
  • Exterior fabric: crimson velvet
  • Hand embroidery on exterior
  • Trompe l'oeil detail
  • Central motif: bold poppy framed by white floral vines and symmetrical birds
  • Interior lining: multicolored vintage floral print
  • Structured frame with a closure that unclasps to reveal the interior
  • Compact, rectangular shape
  • Brand heritage notes: Olympia Le-Tan craft-forward approach inspired by literature and luxury
  • Inspired by Strand bookstore muse

Recommended Care

  • Professional dry cleaning recommended to preserve embroidery and velvet
  • Spot clean only with a soft damp cloth for small stains; avoid soaking velvet
  • Avoid heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent color fading
  • Store in a dust bag and keep in an upright position to maintain shape
  • Brush gently with a soft lint brush to remove surface dust

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About Olympia Le Tan

Olympia Le Tan is a Paris-based luxury womenswear and accessories label celebrated for its book-inspired handbags and artful embroidery. Founded by designer Olympia Le Tan in the late 2000s, the brand built its signature around miniature clutch bags crafted from leather and covered with appliquéd jackets of vintage book covers, often embellished with playful text and illustrations. Beyond the iconic book clutches, the collection encompasses ready-to-wear pieces, small leather goods, and statement jewelry that fuse literary nostalgia with modern tailoring. The label positions itself at the intersection of fashion and art, appealing to shoppers who seek collectible, design-forward pieces with a distinctive narrative and craft-driven detail.