The GIG | Woven Clutch & Crossbody

 AS SEEN ON WENDY WILLIAMS!

Heading to Rio de Janerio was the last thing I expected to do this weekend. 

Between late-night deadlines, sleepless nights, and meeting-packed days - I was beaten. When I did finally sleep, fantasies about white sandy beaches, caipirinhas, and dancing till sunrise with Francisco were engrained in my subconscious. 

But my reality was early morning workout, late night dinner, and meetings in between. That was until I walked out of the Pilates studio on Friday morning, and checked my email.

Subject: Last Minute Assignment. Rio de Janerio. Itinerary attached. 

Flying from JFK to GIG was a rare 14 hours of uninterrupted bliss. Usually, on business flights, I find myself staying awake to sip champagne and negronis non-stop and sample the ala carte menu. History dictates that sleep is priceless whenever traveling to Rio, hence being prepared for whatever happens.

Being prepared is an art form in itself. When traveling last minute and being impatient to wait for checked luggage, I keep it light: a mix of bikinis and coverups to fit my mood, a few wrinkle-free slip dresses that gently caress the body for a dinner or dancing out ... or paired with a white linen blazer for daytime meetings. Strappy sexy heels, gold espadrilles, and the Mariko & Venk Woven Clutch and Crossbody.

It's the quintessential bag; casual enough for a day on the beach or lively al fresco night on the town. The removable gold chain makes it simple to switch from clutch to crossbody as soon as your hands are filled. 

Dimensions

Body | 9.5 inches x 12 inches

Depth | Up to 2 inches

Chain Strap | Gold, 41 inches