I Tested the Viral Coach Kisslock Clutch That Sells Out in Minutes

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As someone who works in New York City, I’m very particular about handbags. I’ve never been the stylish commuter who grabs a mini clutch and is off for a day of adventure from the office to dinner to cocktails. My work bag is essentially the equivalent of a car trunk for me so the more space, the better. That said, it’s no surprise I gravitated to Coach’s recent oversize bag offerings, particularly the Coach Large Kisslock Frame Bag ($695).
But obviously, it’s not just about function. When I saw it on the runway, I immediately recognized the design inspiration: grandma’s coin purse. Coach actually cites the vintage Cashin Carry as its muse, the 1969 handbag conceived by Bonnie Cashin, the brand’s first lead designer. How innovative for Coach to reimagine that archival staple as an oversize It bag – I’ve never seen anything like it. I shared clips of the bag on TikTok and immediately the comment section was f