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# Extreme Compact Clutches
The Rag & Bone Pilot Bag is a Shrunken Down Version of the Original

By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-02-10 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rag-bone-pilot-bag
References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/2013/02/42861/rag-and-bone-pilot-clutches-2013?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss) & [rag-bone](http://www.rag-bone.com/womens.html)

The Rag & bone Pilot bag is the perfect accessory for any and all your nighttime outings.

The company has taken its ever popular large sized Pilot purse and shrunk it down to a more convenient size to the delight of all fashionistas everywhere. First appearing in the fashion brands spring 2013 runway show back in September, the clutch has been finally made available for $595. The clutches are available in black, blue, coral, canary yellow and perforated black and white. It is not only an extremely chic bag but it is also quite practical as it comes with exterior pockets and an adjustable strap.

For those of you searching for a bag that can fit all of your valuables and not be enormous, the Rag & bone pilot bag is the perfect bag to downsize to.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.8/10
- Popularity: 32% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Compact Clutches:** Designing smaller versions of popular accessories for convenience and style.
- **Nighttime Accessories:** Creating fashionable accessories designed specifically for nighttime outings.
- **Practical Fashion:** Combining style and functionality in accessories for everyday use.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** Innovating in the fashion industry by offering compact and practical accessories.
- **Luxury Goods:** Creating smaller versions of luxury bags to cater to customers' needs for convenience and style.
- **Retail:** Designing and selling compact clutches as a trendy and practical alternative to larger bags.

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