The Olympia Le Tan 'Lolita' clutch is just one in a charming line of novel accessories by the French designer that celebrate both fashion and literature. Handmade in Paris, the ultra-cute clutches are hard to come by, with only a limited number made of each.
Paris-based style blogger The Cherry Blossom Girl was lucky enough to get her hands on the 'Lolita' clutch (pictured in the featured gallery).
Olympia Le Tan releases a new collection of often small, handmade purses each season -- with only 16 of the 'Lolita' clutch in particular. The novel accessories are already a hit, with Le Tan hosting a "book launch" recently in Paris, which was attended by Adrian Grenier and the city's fashion crowd, according to Style.com.
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The Olympia Le Tan's 'Lolita' Book Clutch is More Than Meets the Eye
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