Martini Bags: The Judith Leiber Crystal Martini Clutch
Martini Bags: The Judith Leiber Crystal Martini Clutch
The martini bag is the party piece of evening bags, and Judith Leiber makes three for Fall 2026. Shop them at the Judith Leiber collection at Coveti, with the clutch bag edit and our wider novelty bag edit.
Key facts
- Three Judith Leiber martinis: Twist, Cosmopolitan and Espresso
- Price at Coveti: $8,620
- Size: about 12.7 x 20.3 x 12.7 cm
- Chain: elbow chain, 23 cm drop
- Opens at the top of the glass; made in Italy
The three martinis
1. Martini Cosmopolitan Crystal Clutch, $8,620
Pink crystal with a green lime wedge: the Cosmopolitan.
2. Martini Espresso Crystal Clutch, $8,620
Mocha crystal and a latte art swirl: the espresso martini.
3. Martini Twist Crystal Clutch, $8,620
Clear crystal with a yellow lemon twist: the classic.
How to wear a martini bag
Carry it to cocktail parties, birthdays and holiday drinks. The Twist goes with everything silver; the Cosmopolitan loves pink and black; the Espresso suits chocolate, camel and gold.
Sizing and what fits
The Twist and the Cosmopolitan both measure 12.7 cm across, 20.3 cm tall and 12.7 cm deep. The Espresso is a little smaller at 12 x 16.8 x 12 cm. All three open at the top of the glass on a push down closure, and each holds a lipstick, a card and keys. None of them takes a phone. The elbow chain gives a 23 cm drop, so the glass hangs from the forearm.
Because the base is a stem and a foot, the bag stands up on a table, which is half the fun at dinner.
Which martini to choose
The Twist is the most versatile: clear crystal goes with every metal and every colour of dress. The Cosmopolitan is the party one, best with pink, black and red. The Espresso is the autumn pick, made for camel, chocolate and gold. If you are buying a gift, match the cocktail to the person’s usual order.
Care
The stem is the delicate part, so do not carry the glass by the foot. Keep it in its pouch and box between parties, away from spilled drinks, which is easier said than done.
A gift for the host
A martini bag is a natural gift for someone who throws the best parties. Add a crystal pillbox from the Fall 2026 edit for the full set.
Who the martini bag suits
The martini bag is the easiest novelty piece to wear because everyone recognises it at once. It suits party hosts, cocktail lovers and anyone who wants a single fun bag for the holiday season. It also photographs beautifully on a bar top, which is why it turns up so often at weddings and milestone birthdays. Pair the Twist with a white tuxedo jacket for a clean, modern take on cocktail dressing.
Other cocktail shapes
For more party pieces, see Lobster bags and our guide to evening clutch bags.
Frequently asked questions
Who makes the martini glass bag?
Judith Leiber, with Martini Twist, Martini Cosmopolitan and Martini Espresso in Fall 2026.
How do you open a martini bag?
The top of the glass lifts on a push down closure.
How big is the Judith Leiber martini bag?
About 12.7 x 20.3 x 12.7 cm for the Twist and Cosmopolitan; the Espresso is slightly smaller.
Can you wear the martini bag on the shoulder?
It comes with a removable elbow chain with a 23 cm drop.
What fits in a martini bag?
A lipstick, cards and keys.
More Judith Leiber guides
Every Judith Leiber page by Coveti fashion editor Gemma Deeks: Who is Judith Leiber?, Judith Leiber bags buying guide, Is Judith Leiber worth it?, Judith Leiber Fall 2026, What is a minaudiere?, Novelty bags, Wedding clutch bags, Mushroom bags, Lobster bags, Crystal clutch bags, Brands like Judith Leiber. Shop every Judith Leiber piece in stock.
Sources and method
Checked on 26 October 2026 by Gemma Deeks, fashion editor at Coveti. Dimensions, chains, closures, linings and country of manufacture are the brand’s own product page text; prices are Coveti’s live catalogue on that date and move with stock; the history comes from the house timeline and the sources below. Where a claim could not be checked it was left out, and where the page gives our own styling advice it says so.
- judithleiber.com, About us: the house heritage timeline from Budapest in 1921 to the red carpet
- judithleiber.com, FAQ: authenticity, price range, care and where the bags are sold
- judithleiber.com, Fall 2026 collection: product pages with dimensions, chains, closures, linings and country of manufacture (51 pieces read on 26 October 2026)
- Wikipedia, Judith Leiber: biography, the Hungarian handbag guild, the 1994 CFDA award and her retirement in 1998
- judithleiber.com, Novelty collection
- Coveti live catalogue, 26 October 2026: prices and stock
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