Skye Blue | Elly Clutch

If you haven't seen this little gem floating around your social media feed yet, allow me to formally introduce you to the bag that is about to become the soundtrack to your summer. When the box arrived, I was expecting the usual neutral beige or basic black. Don’t get me wrong, I love a safe staple. But the moment I lifted the lid and saw that Sky Blue hue, I audibly gasped.

The texture of the Elly (depending on the finish—mine is a soft, pebbled vegan leather) catches the light beautifully. Paired with a little black dress or a silver slip dress, the Sky Blue acts as the "something blue" borrowed moment. It softens an all-black look instantly. The Verdict: Is it worth the hype? I’ve carried this bag for two weeks straight. I took it to a bridal shower (it matched the hydrangeas), to a rooftop bar (it glowed at sunset), and to the grocery store (because I wanted to feel fancy while buying avocados). elly clutch skye blue

There is a running joke in my household that I have a "bag problem." If you ask my husband, he’ll tell you that I don’t actually walk into a room—the handbag enters first, and I am merely trailing behind it. But recently, I added a new member to the family that has stopped me in my tracks. Actually, it stops everyone in their tracks. If you haven't seen this little gem floating

The makes me feel like I’m on vacation, even when I’m stuck in traffic. It is a small piece of joy disguised as an accessory. But the moment I lifted the lid and

Because Sky Blue is technically a shade of the sky, it functions as a neutral. It goes with the obvious summer whites and creams (a white linen dress + Sky Blue Elly = chef’s kiss). But where this bag really shines is in the unexpected pairings.

Do you wear a lot of tan, camel, or rust? Sky blue is the complementary opposite of orangey-browns. Throw this clutch on with a tan linen jumpsuit, and watch the outfit come alive. It breaks the "beige boredom" without being aggressive.