Spring 2012
It's true, you can't judge a book by it's cover, because it may reveal far more than the eyes can see. That's the thought behind the wonderful and whimsical book-clutch collection by Olympia Le-Tan. The creative French designer has blurred the line between fashion and literature by transforming some of the world's most notable and classic novels into stylish pieces of art.
These imaginative book covers were inspired by Olympia's father's vast collection of antique books. The handmade clutch bags, which are already a celebrity favourite, entice with their exuberant colours and quirky designs. The boxy minaudieres are based on a brass structure, featuring a canvas of felt embroidery and an inner Liberty print floral lining. Accessorizing your outfit with one of these splendid pieces gives new meaning to the word 'Book Smart'. An Olympia Le-Tan book-clutch will set you back about Euros 1 140.
I would love to see some of my personal favourite classic novels churned into a high-fashion accessory. It would be anything by Jane Austin or Charles Dickens. Which one of your favourite books would you like to wear?
All my favourites of all decades are up here!
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Have a wonderful week darling!
xoxo
They're amazing!!
ReplyDeleteI have a magazine clutch but these are so much nicer!
Pity they're so expensive :(
x
This is so neat. I would love to see "Gone with the wind" or "1984".
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool idea!!! I would love to have "Doctor Zhivago" clutch because I'm Russian and "Wuthering Heights" because this is one of my favourites novels :-)
ReplyDeleteThese bookcovers are jsut awesome!
ReplyDeleteThe Great Gatsby of course!
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A nice way to remember classics through the novel accessory, Sam:)
ReplyDeletei would love to wear My Week with Marilyn ! =)
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This is something totally for me, since I am a book-junky! I would like to have maybe The English Patient by M. Ondaatje... Ilina
ReplyDeleteFunny clutches!
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Those are wonderful and so funny clutches, I loved this original idea from the first moment! The last two I would pick for myself, they're so suitable for the summer. Happy Monday my darling, I hope you had wonderful weekend!!!!! kisses <3
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I love it!!!
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xoxo
I love these sooooo much!!
ReplyDeleteI saw these clutches at whowhatwear.com I truly would love to own one;)
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Alexandra
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Hi honey,hope you had a lovely weekend! Aw i think these book clutch bag are so cool,so unique and so original! Genius and so chic! :)
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I love it! they are amazing :-D
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A chic kiss ;-)
LOVE her book clutches madly. Actually did a post about them the other day too. they are too cute. :)
ReplyDeleteI knew it yet, but it looks very specially (:
ReplyDeleteHey, Sam!!
ReplyDeleteOMG, you can't deny this is really original, and funny!! You know, I think it's a cool, nice touch, but at the same time it reminds me of certain snobbish people, who are used to carry fancy books under their arms, as though they could show off how smart they are. LOL! They will sure love this trend!
For me, I would wear Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest, for an ironic hint.
Hope you have a wonderful week, darling!
XOXO,
María José
http://nuarbarcat.blogspot.com.ar/
These are gorgeous and cute! Hope you are having a lovely day xx
ReplyDeleteLooks great! <3
ReplyDeleteWow, what darling clutch bags! Adorable and fashionable conversation starters! Hope you had a wonderful weekend, Sam! xo
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Love this fun concept.
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aww, they are so cute and fun!!:)
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Sorry for my absence Sam! But I've been so bussy these days!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat tips about books, I din't know nothing about those....
xoxo
Cute and fun post! :)
ReplyDeleteThese clutches are super cool!! I'd totally wear one! Love the first few!!
ReplyDeleteJayme @ Her Late Night Cravings
the great gatsby and wuthering heights... both i love!!
ReplyDeletelove this post and also your blog! It's so nice!!! I follow you!
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kisses
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i would definitely get Love Story. very cute :)
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this is very cute... great gatsby ws my favorite book by far!
ReplyDeleteThe "One Flew" cover is super cool!
ReplyDeletei just love these, having an english degree and all
ReplyDeleteI NEED to ahve one of these bags...it is an absolute must! I love each of these books and would love to see even more of my favourites.
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These are just fabulous and want them all.
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Hello dear. Love the post. Kisses from Brazil ~.~
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They look so interesting <3
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LOVE this post! There is something about combining literature and fashion that makes my heart LEAP!! (Maybe I feel literature legitimises it???) I'm not sure, but sign me up!!! Anything for a rockin' clutch with Atlas Shrugged emblazoned on it! Ohhhhh, I'm in heaven just thinking about it!! FAB POST Sam!! I'll take that Gatsby as a runner-up!!
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Sada
Dressology HQ
Hmmmm. There are so many great books that would be good choices, but I really love the classics :)
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Miranda
Wuthering Heights for me! Haha, wow this is such a cute idea :)
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I still prefer the Kate Spade ones, but these are pretty awesome!
ReplyDeleteI love this!! Being a lit nerd, this idea is totally me haha
ReplyDeleteI love the Love Story bag (bc of the book) but the top two bags are probably my favorite by design :)
xoxo,
Paris
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