So where did summer go? Everyone has been commenting that as soon as September hit the weather cooled down drastically! This past weekend in Toronto was actually beautiful – perfect for star gazing at the Toronto Film Festival (TIFF). Did you see my video of Ryan Gosling? If you “like” Toronto Beauty Reviews on Facebook you probably would have seen it! Here is the link and the video below:
Anyway, I’ve pretty much transitioned into fall. I’ve been wearing pants mostly since I have to still dig out my tights! But I thought I would post one of the last times I wore shorts this summer and also me sporting my new purse!
Shorts: Banana Republic
Shirt: Joe Fresh
Tank (under shirt): Joe Fresh
Purse: Rebecca Minkoff clutch (from Dealuxe
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I’ve been eyeing this clutch ever since I saw it on Tiffany of I Am Style-Ish and I’ve been keeping my eyes open for sales! I managed to score this pretty bag on a sale site called Dealuxe.ca. At the moment this site is only for Canadians only offering FREE shipping and returns! Here is my referral link or I can send you an email 
I love that this clutch has a detachable strap and that it’s long enough to be used as a cross-body.
But…can you see that on a shorty like me it’s a bit too long? I prefer my cross-body bags to hit me closer to the hip. I would wear this bag like this with a long skirt/dress or with pants. I don’t like when cross-body bags hit lower than what I’m wearing on the bottom! I also don’t like wearing them with a short skirt even if the purse hits higher than the skirt because it tends to cause the skirt to creep up!
Here is a close up of the bag and then I’ll show how I solved this problem.
This colour is called denim. It’s gorgeous! I love that it’s such a vibrant colour but the shade of blue can make it casual too.
So here is a picture of the shortened strap:
All I did was take the hook part where the strap detaches from the clutch and clip it to the ring at the leather part of the strap. Then I re-attached the strap back to the clutch.
Picture of the strap attached to itself:
And now attached back to the clutch:
In the next picture you can see how the clasp has both “rings” attached to it.
And now it’s a shoulder bag!
Anyone else have this clutch? I know Kileen of Cute and Little does and she always rocks it! Have you ever had to make modifications to your purses to make them work for you?
I’m so in love with your Rebecca Minkoff! I desperately need a Minkoff in my life but they’re a little pricey. Maybe I can get the bf to buy me one
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you should wear shorts more often because you have the legs to pull it off.
And you smart cookie you! A great way to shorten the length, I wouldn’t have think to do that! I only have a few crossbody bags but the small ones can typically be looped around a few times to shorten the strap length (like the chanel woc) so I haven’t had to DIY.
Lovely Outfit, Top is beautiful and the purse is cute too!! You Looks Stunning in this wonderful Outfit!!
That is a great clutch…I’ve been wanting to make a clutch with a chain strap for a while now…I just need to find the time!
I also love your blouse…I love Joe Fresh!!
Natasha ~ Required2BeInspired
The purse is so cute, Elaine! And you look amazing in that hair. LOVES.
and omggggggggggg RYAN GOSLING<333
LOVING that bag!! Fantastic color and the chain strap is so chic!
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Girl, I’m LOVING the pink hair!!
@Style Journey Yes I love versatile pieces! Thanks for the hair compliment – I already took them out but I can re-dye them and put them back in in the future!
@Lisa – respect the shoes Oh you do?!? Yes I think at full price it IS expensive, that’s why I stalked for a great sale
It does make a pretty good shoulder bag!
@Jen So talented isn’t he? Love that he’s Canadian too! Actually he’s from Burlington which isn’t too far from Toronto!
@Arianne LOL is that you pawing or your kitty??
@Really Petite Thanks Annie! I got your DM
@TaraMixandMatch Thank you so much Tara!
@Nelah So glad you like it Nelah, the outfit and the clutch
@SewPetiteGal It IS such a good size, especially for the weekends. My everyday purses are HUGE
@Canadianpetite Man we always have opposite weather! Hmmm…never thought about that, let me experiment with that one – thanks for the suggestion!
Yay for outside pics! It’s the opposite here in the west coast – we hit 29!
To make it shorter as crossbody, can you take one strap through the loop hole, under the flap and clip to the other side of the purse?
Great outfit and love the bag too! I’ve been eyeing an RM clutch myself – it’s such a good size!
I have always love RM bags but do not own any at this point. I love the color, neutral enough to match a lot of outfit. Your outfit is cute Elaine.
*My Chanel inspired look*
That bag is beautiful, I think Kileen has it in purple! I think you did a great job altering the strap and definitely an overly long strap on a crossbody bag can get disproportionate for a petite lady so you did a great job here! OMG..how fab is the video of Ryan!!!
This clutch is awesome…you look great!
OOhhh I loove this outfit…drooling over your top!
I love the clutch! Such a great color:)
P.S. I am shipping out your items tomorrow!!! Line was too long to ship international today and I was running late for my appts..LOL
So cute! I love the Joe Fresh top.
Hi Rebecca Minkoff. *paws at computer screen*
A lookbook from Elaine! Cute shorts and of course love the bag. Great for use everyday. And great video of Ryan Gosling, he is one of my favorites
I loves me some RM – so I am thrilled about your MAC! I have a cloth version and a studded version and loves them, but I did think they were a wee bit for a crossbody bag when I got the first one. I think they’d be perfect as a shoulder bag for us smaller in stature gals!
Well, cute shorts to start off with! Love the clutch and how versatile it can be too
Your hair looks cool with the pink! Love it!
@R.L. LOL, close up of my hair? What aspect?
@meredith LOL M, that totally flew over my head, didn’t even realize!
@Anjali LOL I mostly just browse the site but had been eyeing this purse for a long time! hahahaha! He does look like his younger self with that hair
@Katherine yes I’m so happy it’s versatile!
@newpetite Oh man! I actually took the extensions out on Friday
This picture was from a few weeks ago (I’m always really behind in posting!)
@Petite in the City Thank Lor! Yeah I would like a classic flap but that’s sooo not in the cards. At the end of season the RM will probably be on sale again
@FunnyFaceBeauty Alicia, the energy and buzz in the city during TIFF is amazing!!!!
@Tiffany Thanks Tiffany! You’re always such a style inspiration
@Jennifer Hahaha! I hope you get your Christmas wish
Love the clutch Elaine. Must put that on the Christmas list
So cute! I love this outfit on you and of course the bag! I haven’t thought about shortening the straps, will try that out!
Gorgeous outfit. I love your top. I need to get down to Toronto for TIFF one of these days.
And I think you can still wear shorts next weekend!
Cute clutch! I’ve been looking for a cross-body but haven’t found anything I love…I just daydream of WOC, and I guess I missed the deal on this rebecca minkoff!
Usually when bags don’t fit…I just don’t buy them! I guess there’s probably a lot of bags I could have bought if I were creative to make a few modifications!
-Lor
Hey the extensions are still there! Love the look!
Such a beautiful bag! I love that it turns into a clutch/shoulder bag !
Ooooh great clutch
I’m refraining from checking out the site…
PS: Love Gosling but I couldn’t help but sing “nah, nah, nah, nah, nah, hey, hey” when I saw that clip
I love the name of the clutch, “the morning after” ….so scandalous!
Love the casual, edgy look! Can we see a close-up of your hair please?