Book Clutch: the new 'It' bag

Currently, my friends and I are going crazy for the latest flurry of book clutches that have been seen on the red carpet. It was first brought to my attention when I saw Michelle Williams clutching one at the BAFTAS. It resembled a book by Arthur Miller and although she just missed out on an award, as she held her clutch and posed in a bespoke H&M gown she look the picture of style.

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But Williams is not the first celebrity to embrace this fabulously fictional trend. Last year, at the Black Swan premier Natalie Portman was seen to be holding a similar clutch. The bag pictured here is by Olympia le Tan.

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I absolutely love this trend and if I had a spare £300 this would be my perfect book clutch. This bag is by Kate Spade and it illustrates my favourite piece of literature. If I was seen carrying one of these at University it might be the first time I actually remember to bring my book to a lecture..

Do you think this trend is more fashionable than actually practical? Have you seen a version on the high street?

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