How to Use clutch bag in a Sentence

clutch bag

noun
  • The Suns needed to dig into their clutch bag to pull this one out, though.
    — Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2021
  • Jenner added a pair of low-rise dark indigo jeans, a black clutch bag, and black thong heels.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2025
  • Wilbur and Gussie, who designed her silk clutch bag, also sold out within hours.
    — Monique Jessen, PEOPLE.com, 1 June 2018
  • All purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag.
    — Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Ferrera, 39, carried a matching clutch bag and wore a pair of open-toe heels.
    — Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 8 Nov. 2023
  • Lopez added a pair of gold statement earrings, a gold clutch bag, and gold platform shoes with chunky heels the size of my arm.
    — Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2023
  • The supermodel accessorized her look with a gold clutch bag and wore her hair in loose waves.
    — Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 17 Feb. 2024
  • Blunt topped it all off with a black and silver clutch bag, drop earrings and a black leather pair of strappy sandals.
    — Alex Kessler, Vogue, 14 July 2023
  • Choose from three pastel colors (vineyard green, desert rose and mist), and pair it with your favorite clutch bag.
    — Cameron Jenkins, Good Housekeeping, 26 Jan. 2023
  • Meghan’s look was perfectly topped off with a pair of black pumps, a black leather clutch bag, and gold statement earrings.
    — Alex Kessler, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2024
  • That’s why her favorite clutch bag has been on repeat for half a decade and shows no sign of gathering dust any time soon.
    — Monique Jessen, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
  • Additionally, fans may also carry in a small clutch bag or purse the size of a hand.
    — Kyle Fredrickson, The Denver Post, 16 July 2019
  • With the introduction of the mini skirt came the mini clutch bag and then the mini top handle bag.
    — Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 21 Sep. 2024
  • One-gallon freezer bags remain OK, as are clutch bags about the size of the owner’s hand.
    — Michael Lerseth, SFChronicle.com, 15 Aug. 2019
  • The actor also carried a brown suede clutch bag for a further luxurious touch.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2020
  • To match the red of her boots, Simpson carried a bright red clutch bag and finished with oversized diamond hoops.
    — Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2023
  • The 27-year-old supermodel — who had her hair styled in a chic up do — completed her look with a small black clutch bag.
    — Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 27 Oct. 2023
  • Paired with a simple black top, leather boots, and a matching green clutch bag, the look was thematic without being cheesy or too on-the-nose.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2024
  • The Beckham star wore a dark navy suit with a white shirt and blue tie for the event, while Victoria donned a white suit with a black and gold clutch bag.
    — Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 4 Oct. 2023
  • Wear it with a clutch bag and a choker for the perfect MOG or MOB look.
    — Alexandra Malmed, InStyle, 9 June 2026
  • The color also appeared on a range of accessories from the label, including a new maxi-clutch bag called the Gem.
    — Adam Tschorn, latimes.com, 9 Mar. 2018
  • Hathaway wore an elegant black t-shirt with an asymmetric skirt, accessorized with a leather belt and a large clutch bag for the occasion.
    — Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Other royals allegedly have their own tricks—like Princess Kate, who’s said to use a clutch bag to avoid endless handshakes.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Lucia, meanwhile, wore a red mini dress and gold strappy heels, which matched her glittering clutch bag, and Lars was dressed in a white shirt and black pants.
    — Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024
  • The Bose SoundLink Flex is about the size of a small clutch bag and sports a crisp and nuanced sound with a surprisingly big bass.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
  • Accessorized with a clutch bag and shoes in the same color, the crepe suit featured asymmetrical detailing on the jacket and bootcut pants.
    — Monique Jessen, Peoplemag, 10 Feb. 2023
  • Wedged under his arm like a beloved clutch bag on a night out, Pugh’s rigid two-dimensional form topped off Garfield’s outfit perfectly.
    — Leah Dolan, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
  • She was elegantly dressed in a cream coat dress adorned with delicate embroidery, paired with matching heels and a coordinating clutch bag.
    — Stephanie Giang-Paunon , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2025
  • On Tuesday, the Duchess styled the classic dress by one of her favorite designers with grey suede heels and the Dior 'Bee' clutch bag.
    — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, 30 Oct. 2018
  • To complete the look, Holmes opted for a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti black suede Carolyne pumps, a small clutch bag, and a bright red lip.
    — Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Oct. 2019

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