Handcrafted clutches and bags from MIYO Design

Coming from a family craftswomen and seamstresses, Malia Okamura of MIYO Design has a long history of handcrafting bags and purses. With a degree in Applied Design from San Diego State University, Malia now puts her talents to work creating original purses, clutches, and accessories under the name MIYO Design. Her boutique bags are fun and functional, and her clutches are one-of-a-kind.

We love the red Record Clutch – made from actual vinyl. The former album is making a come back as a fashion adornment, and we couldn’t be happier to rock and roll with it!The vinyl Polka Clutch has hand-painted shimmering pink dots and a handcut bloom accent as decoration. Summer may be over, but the colorful Poppy Bag is just the right splash of bright to liven up your fall wardrobe and remind you of those luscious summer days at the beach. Small details and handcut flower petals make this bag a conversation piece.
For more great accessories that will make you smile, check out MIYO Design.

Summer Sale at Ecoist

There's a special summer sale going on right now at Ecoist. You can save up to 50% on their handmade clutches, purses, and coin wallets, and shipping is free on purchases over $100! The summer sale only lasts until August 31st, so check out Ecoist now. This creative company sells eco-friendly accessories made from recycled candy wrappers. Where else can you buy a purse made from soda can tabs, a clutch made from Luna Bar wrappers, and a bag made from gum wrappers? At Ecoist, style comes first, and all products are made to be socially and environmentally responsible. If you're ready to celebrate design and save the earth, check out this great sale!

Handmade Summertime Seagull Pouch

Sometimes accessories work their way into our wardrobes and stay a part of our daily lives purely out of utilitarian value. Without your belt, your lesser side is exposed every time you touch your toes. With out your purse, you have no place to stash your toothbrush, hand grenade, ethernet cord, and tarot cards--let alone the ever-essential mobile. These rudimentary items draw little attention, unless they are forgotten.

Yet accessories should be just that: accessories, not utilities. With a little attention to detail, a belt, purse, clutch, or scarf can be the highlight of any wardrobe. Miss Allison understands bright bold design. Here, handmade bags, wallets, belts, and iPod holders attract with eye-popping candy colors. Perfect for summer, the little seagull pouch is a light-weight clutch ready to house your lip balm, car keys, and a tube of SPF when you hit the beach. Handmade from turquoise blue vinyl, the pouch features white seagull appliqùes, along with topstiched wave patterns and a blue zipper.