Christopher Kane gel-filled clutches take you back to school

Remember that weird pencil case your mom got for you at Wal-mart back in ’93? The one filled with goo that was really fun to squish and mess with instead of paying attention in math class? Well, it’s back, and this time it’s a clutch that costs 550 bucks. Okay, I won’t talk about how crazily overpriced that is for a PVC envelope filled with colorful crud; instead let’s talk about how cool these are concept-wise. Available in small or large, the clutches utilize our grade-school aesthetics: no fiddly straps or heavy materials, just a simple snap closure and bright, shifting tones. It’s like wearable art, only better because it’s art with slime in it. What big kid could resist? Now can we please get some $1,500 slap bracelets and pogs next season?

Published July 28, 2011.