Olympia LeTan Versailles Book Clutch
Olympia Le-Tan
$2180.00
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Product Insights & Style Tips
Olympia Le-Tan Versailles Book Clutch radiates that Paris-meets-New York cool the brand has carried since its 2009 debut. It nods to the thrill of a library slipcase with the whimsy of a couture accessory. The exterior is a hardcover-like form built from cotton-wool that is hand-appliqued and embroidered with an illustration inspired by the Palace of Versailles, a trompe l'oeil homage to classic book spines and art history. A brass frame lends structure and a touch of metal shine, making the piece feel collectible, textural, and irresistibly tactile.
This clutch holds the essentials—a compact, cards, lipstick—and the sturdy brass frame keeps its shape while the embroidered surface elevates the look. The hardcover exterior protects the hand-embellished motif, and it sits elegantly under a sleeve or beside a tailored coat, moving easily evolving the brand's Strand-inspired trompe l'oeil clutches into a Versailles muse. A bold statement for those who treat accessories as collectible art, it moves from gallery openings to after-dark dinners with the same ease.
Materials / Fabrication
- Brass frame
- Hardcover-like exterior
- Exterior crafted from cotton-wool hand-appliqued and embroidered
- Illustration inspired by the Palace of Versailles
- Part of a line of novelty clutches with hand-embroidered artwork
Recommended Care
- Professional dry cleaning recommended to preserve embroidery and the brass finish
- Avoid water exposure on the embroidered exterior; if cleaning is necessary, consult a professional cleaner
- Wipe the brass frame with a soft, dry cloth to remove fingerprints and dust; avoid chemical cleaners
- Store in a dust bag away from humidity and direct sunlight
- Handle with care to maintain the hardcover exterior shape
Fit Notes
- Brass frame with a hardcover-like exterior defines this clutch's opening.
- Exterior crafted from cotton-wool hand-appliqued and embroidered with a Versailles-inspired illustration.
- Designed as a handheld clutch with a brass frame opening.