Convertible Clutch Bag

Abstract

The Convertible Clutch bag is a clutch style purse that converts to a waist bag (belt bag) allowing users to carry a stylish bag accessory while also providing for hands free use. This clutch bag is a purse with two straps attached to the bag portion at the opposing outside edges of the bag portion. The two straps are an integral part of the design style of the bag when it is used as a clutch style purse. Alternately the ends of the straps can be unwrapped and used as a belt to secure the clutch around the user's waist for hands free use.

1 . A clutch style purse that converts to a waist bag comprising:
 a bag portion further comprising a front side, a back side, two opposing outside edges and at least one inside pocket;   two straps coupled to the bag portion at the opposing outside edges of the bag portion wherein the straps further comprise terminal ends; and wherein the terminal ends of the straps further comprise a connection means for connecting the terminal ends of the straps to each other; and   wherein the back side of the bag portion further comprises a loop adapted to hold the straps in place when not in use.   
     
     
         2 . The clutch style purse of  claim 1  wherein the bag portion is made of leather. 
     
     
         3 . The clutch style purse of  claim 1  wherein the bag portion is made of cotton. 
     
     
         4 . The clutch style purse of  claim 1  wherein the bag portion is made of neoprene. 
     
     
         5 . The clutch style purse of  claim 1  wherein the bag portion is made of nylon. 
     
     
         6 . The clutch style purse of  claim 1  wherein the bag portion is made of vinyl. 
     
     
         7 . The clutch style purse of  claim 1  wherein the bag portion is made of wool. 
     
     
         8 . A method of reversibly converting a clutch bag to a waist bag comprising:
 unwrapping two straps coupled to opposing edges of a bag portion and wrapped around the bag portion;   wrapping the two straps around the waist of a user; and   securing the two straps together using a connection means coupled to the terminal ends of the two straps thereby securing the bag portion around the waist of a user.