Olympia LeTan This Side Of Paradise Velvet Clutch
Olympia Le-Tan
$2015.00
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Olympia Le-Tan This Side Of Paradise Velvet Clutch channels the brand's signature bookish luxury. The hard-case silhouette wears velvet and sits against a deep navy-blue canvas body for a moody, couture-on-the-street mood. It is meticulously detailed with hand-embroidered silk thread that replicates the classic cover of F. Scott Fitzgerald's This Side of Paradise, turning literature into a wearable artifact. The result feels refined, playful, and collectible in one striking package.
Rectangular and self-contained, the clutch unclasps to reveal a dark-toned floral print lining with rich pink accents, keeping the interior secret until you open it. The compact frame and secure clasp let you carry the essentials from a gallery opening to a late dinner, while the velvet exterior reads luxe under shifting light. It pairs with sleek dresses or modern tailoring for an instantly elevated finish with literary swagger.
Olympia Le-Tan's Paris-based line has long celebrated novelty and craftsmanship, proving that style and skill can endure. Inspired by trips to Strand bookstore, these trompe l oeil book clutches render iconic works as artful accessories. This Side Of Paradise adds another chapter to that archive, a sophisticated nod to vintage book covers reimagined for contemporary wardrobes.
Materials / Fabrication
- Velvet exterior
- Deep navy-blue canvas body
- Hard-case rectangular clutch silhouette
- Hand-embroidered silk thread detailing replicating the classic cover of This Side of Paradise
- Rectangular and self-contained design
- Lining: dark-toned floral print with rich pink accents
- Clasp closure
- Brand story: Paris-based line, inspired by Strand bookstore, trompe l oeil book clutches
- Interior remains secret until opened
Recommended Care
- Professional cleaning recommended for velvet and embroidery
- Spot clean with a soft cloth, avoiding water on velvet
- Store in a dust bag, out of direct sunlight, to preserve color and print
- Keep away from moisture and heavy abrasion; handle with care to maintain shape
- Avoid placing heavy items inside to preserve the silhouette and lining