Alexander McQueen “Oriental Samurai Skull” Silk-Satin Box Clutch: The Rise of the Samurai

Silly me. I thought I owned the most unique McQueen skull clutch around (rare metallic purple trimmed in violet South Sea pearls), but look what we have here! This has got to be the most unusual to date. A spiked-out helmet-wearing skull atop an ornate satin box clutch is borderline kitsch – but that’s a good thing. With such beautiful embroidery, it’s more high-art than oddball knickknack. Though that protruding, “don’t-mess-with-me” skull might cause concern as you navigate a crowded room – but who doesn’t want to carry a clutch that has your back? I can’t think of a better plus-one than a gleaming gold samurai buddy!A nod to the traditional Japanese fighter seems apropos at the time, as Japan is on our minds and in our hearts. Why not put some of their traditional flavor into your hands? On Net-a-Porter for $2,195.Pair with: You want to avoid looking like you’re wearing a costume, but you also need to give your bag some context. Zero + Maria Cornejo’s “Mackie” dress in woven jacquard has a loosely interpreted kimono silhouette and remains modern cocktail-ready. At Barneys New York for $820.