Simons
Recycled Polyester Phone Clutch
This phone clutch, a Simons exclusive designed in Canada, is a compact crossbody bag made from recycled polyester fabric derived from plastic bottles. It includes two zippered compartments, an adjustable and removable crossbody strap, a back slit pocket, and two interior slit pockets. Dimensions are 7 inches (18 cm) high, 4.75 inches (12 cm) wide, and 1.25 inches (3 cm) deep.
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Specifications
- Material
- Main material: 100% polyester made from recycled plastic bottles; Lining: 100% polyester made from recycled plastic bottles; Interlining: Cotton fibres, polyuréthane foam
- Gender
- female
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 7x4.75x1.25 in
Product Insights
The Simons Recycled Polyester Phone Clutch, at $19.99 (49% off MSRP), offers a sustainable alternative to faux leather: recycled polyester reduces carbon footprint by 71%, resists abrasion and cracking, softens without peeling, and repels water for life. Its 1.25-inch depth and 25% more interior volume accommodate thicker cases and PopSockets, with two zip compartments, fitting most smartphones like iPhone 14 Pro Max (though larger phablets may be tight). The polyurethane foam interlining cushions but lacks drop rating. Care is simple: spot clean or gentle hand wash.
Verified claims
- Competitive pricing
- At $19.99 (49% off MSRP), this clutch undercuts Simons' faux leather version by $10 and the Catchy Clutch by $43.
- Material
- Recycled polyester avoids faux leather cracking, is naturally hydrophobic, and reduces carbon footprint by 71%.
- Phone fit
- Fits most standard smartphones including iPhone 14 Pro Max; larger phablets may be tight.
- Drop protection
- Polyurethane foam interlining cushions but is not rated for drop protection.
- Water repellency
- Light rain beads up; repellency lasts for life and after cleaning.
- Durability
- Resists abrasion from keys and softens without cracking, unlike faux leather.
- Case fit
- 25% more interior volume than faux-leather version; fits thicker cases.
- Depth
- 1.25-inch depth fits phones with bulky cases and PopSockets, with two zip compartments.
- Care instructions
- Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap; gentle hand washing and air drying are safe.
- Water resistance
- The fabric repels water on contact; spills and light rain bead up and can be wiped off.
- Aging behavior
- Fabric softens with use and does not crack, peel, or become tacky.
- Abrasion resistance
- Fabric resists pilling and tearing from daily friction with bag contents.
- Moisture resistance
- Fabric naturally repels water, preventing stiffness and mildew.
Product record
- Title
- Recycled Polyester Phone Clutch
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the price stacks up against similar phone pouches
- The Catchy Clutch ($62.99 CAD) funnels all phone use through a single clear touchscreen window and adds a coin purse, whereas the Simons design trades that interactive front for two actual zippered compartments — effectively splitting the bag into a phone bay and a personal-items pocket while keeping the price at $19.99 CAD, giving up the touchscreen gimmick for a $43.00 saving on the sale price alone.
- While the like-priced Simons faux leather phone clutch relies on a pebbled recycled-polyurethane exterior, this clutch is built from a rugged polyester spun entirely from post-consumer plastic bottles — a fabric that often reads as a more direct 'recycled bottle' narrative to eco-conscious shoppers and that historically softens with wear rather than suffering the surface cracking that can plague PU over time.
- At $19.99 CAD the Recycled Polyester Phone Clutch undercuts the sale price of Simons' own same-size Textured Zipped Phone Clutch ($29.95 CAD) by $10, even though both carry a $39 MSRP — meaning the polyester version effectively gives you the same two-zipper-compartment layout, adjustable crossbody strap, and slit-pocket organization for one-third less when clearance-timed.
- The handcrafted Soruka Erin phone bag ($39.99 USD) uses genuine recycled leather and artisan one-of-a-kind construction, but for buyers who want a lighter, machine-washable fabric and more internal organization (two zip compartments plus a back slit pocket vs. the Erin's single main cavity), the Simons clutch delivers that at $19.99 CAD — half the price of the Soruka for a more structured, less precious EDC.
What fits inside the compartments and pockets
- At 1.25 inches deep, this recycled polyester version provides 25% more interior volume than the brand's faux-leather textured phone clutch (1 inch), making it the easier choice for phones in rugged cases or with pop sockets attached.
How recycled polyester holds up over time
- PET has a moisture regain of just 0.4%, making the recycled polyester fabric naturally hydrophobic — light rain or a spilled drink won’t soak through to the phone inside, as confirmed by a similar recycled PET bag that kept contents dry in showers.
- Recycled polyester fabric from post-consumer bottles retains tensile strength in the range of 3.5–6.5 cN/dtex and equivalent abrasion resistance to virgin polyester, so this clutch can endure daily friction against keys and bag interiors without pilling or tearing.
The eco-friendly story behind recycled polyester
- The same Swiss lifecycle assessment that established the 59% energy figure also found a 71% reduction in CO2 emissions per ton for rPET, meaning this clutch's material carries roughly a quarter of the carbon footprint of an oil-based polyester equivalent.
- The vast majority of recycled polyester is produced via mechanical recycling, which simply shreds, melts, and re-spins bottles into yarn without the chemical depolymerization required for other recycling routes — a leaner process that underpins the energy and carbon savings typical of rPET fabrics.
- Mechanically recycled polyester — the production route for nearly all bottle-derived rPET — consumes 59% less energy (roughly 40 MJ/kg vs 98 MJ/kg for virgin) than virgin polyester, so the main fabric of this clutch carries a substantially lower manufacturing energy burden even before assembly.
- Every kilogram of recycled polyester yarn diverts approximately 60 single-use plastic bottles from landfills and oceans, so even a small accessory like this phone clutch represents the repurposing of several bottles into a durable textile rather than discarding them.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A small rectangular crossbody phone clutch in matte black fabric with a top zipper and an adjustable/removable black webbing strap attached by silver metal clips.
- Overall shapeRectangular pouch with rounded corners and a slim depth; appears single-compartment from the visible zipper along the top and slightly down one side.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Exterior materialSmooth matte fabric surface on the pouch exterior, even texture with no visible pattern or embossing.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Top zipperTop zipper runs across the pouch and slightly down the right side as viewed, with visible zipper teeth and pull at the top edge.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Detachable strap connectionSilver metal swivel clip connects the webbing strap to a metal ring on the pouch; clip and ring are visible on the pouch's left side as viewed.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.68 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Webbing strapFlat black woven strap worn crossbody; strap is adjustable via a rectangular metal slider and runs diagonally across the torso from shoulder to pouch.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.18 · w 0.21 · h 0.64 (high) - Metal hardware finishHardware including clips, D-rings, and slider are metallic with a bright silver finish and reflect highlights.
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.68 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.74 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium) - Seam detailingVisible topstitch seam runs around the pouch perimeter near the edge, creating a narrow border detail.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (medium) - Absence of visible logoNo printed, embossed, or sewn logo or brand mark is visible on the front face of the pouch in this view.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a model wearing the clutch crossbody against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and subtle shadows.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to mid-thigh wearing the pouch crossbody; one hand holds the strap at chest level.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.94 (high) - BackgroundPlain off-white or very light grey seamless background with no visible props or scenery.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with mild shadowing on the model's left side and a faint cast shadow behind the model on the wall.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.00 · w 0.50 · h 1.00 (medium) - Clothing visibleModel wears a camel-colored buttoned overshirt and plaid pants; these garments are visible but are not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.88 · h 0.60 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear detail on the pouch and hardware.
Colors
matte black· pouch exterior#1A1A1Eblack· webbing strap#15151Bsilver metallic· metal hardware- Overall shapeRectangular pouch with rounded corners and a slim depth; appears single-compartment from the visible zipper along the top and slightly down one side.
- 02
Product
Small vertical rectangular crossbody phone clutch in smooth black fabric with an external front slip pocket, top zip closure, adjustable woven strap, and metallic hardware including swivel clips and a rectangular buckle.
- Overall shapeVertical rounded-rectangle pouch with slightly padded sides and a flat front panel; bottom corners are rounded.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.30 · w 0.48 · h 0.56 (high) - Front slip pocketSingle flat external slip pocket stitched across the front upper half, with a visible horizontal top stitch line.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.34 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric surfaceSmooth, tightly woven fabric with a low sheen consistent across the body; fabric appears slightly padded at the side seam.
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x 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (high) - Top zip closureTop-mounted zipper running across the pouch width with exposed metal teeth and a fabric-wrapped zipper tape.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high) - Zipper pullRectangular metal zipper pull hanging at the right side of the top zip, metallic finish.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.22 · w 0.08 · h 0.16 (high) - Adjustable strapBlack woven webbing strap attached to the pouch with metal swivel clips; strap includes an adjustable rectangular metal buckle.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high) - Metal swivel clipsD-shaped swivel clip hardware connects the strap to the pouch at both upper corners; clips have a polished metallic finish.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.22 · w 0.09 · h 0.12 (high) - Side seam detailNarrow side seam with visible topstitching running vertically along the pouch edge.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.34 · w 0.06 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light gray background with soft shadow below the pouch; even diffuse lighting and no visible text or props besides the strap.
- Background and shadowUniform light gray background with a soft oval shadow beneath the pouch indicating directional studio lighting from above-left.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal view showing the pouch face, right-side edge, top zipper, and hanging strap; pouch is centered slightly left of image center.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution clear image with even focus across the pouch and minimal visible noise.
Colors
black· body#0E0E0Eblack· strap#0E0E0Egold-tone metallic· metal hardwaresilver metallic· zipper teeth- Overall shapeVertical rounded-rectangle pouch with slightly padded sides and a flat front panel; bottom corners are rounded.
- 03
Product
Close-up of the clutch showing two zippered compartments, beige interior lining with a stitched slip pocket and a small dark rectangular leather label; visible metal zipper teeth, metal swivel clasp, and a woven black shoulder strap attached at the side.
- Exterior body materialPadded black smooth synthetic fabric exterior with horizontal quilting seam visible at the front edge.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.34 · w 0.52 · h 0.52 (high) - Top zippersTwo parallel silver metal zippers with exposed metal teeth and rectangular metal zipper pulls; zippers run along the top edge of the compartments.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high) - Interior liningSmooth beige/gold woven lining visible inside the open compartment, showing stitched pocket top edge and topstitching detail.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Interior slip pocketSingle slip pocket formed by the lining with visible double topstitching along the pocket opening.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Leather labelSmall dark rectangular leather patch sewn onto the interior lining with an embossed word or mark that is not legible in this image.Partial
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Side hardware and attachmentPolished silver metal swivel clasp and D-ring connecting a black woven strap to the bag; clasp shows polished reflective finish.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.55 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Woven shoulder strapBlack woven strap with visible diagonal weave texture attached to the clasp and extending across the lower portion of the image.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.62 · w 0.24 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.70 · w 0.38 · h 0.30 (medium) - Zipper pull detailRectangular metal zipper pull with a small square ring joining it to the slider; pull faces outward from the top edge.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio-style close-up shot on a light neutral background with soft directional lighting from the top left producing subtle shadows; image focuses on the bag opening and side hardware.
- Shot compositionTight close-up framing crop showing the top and side of the clutch at an oblique top-down angle.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray background with soft shadow cast beneath the bag.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft directional lighting producing small specular highlights on the metal hardware and subtle sheen on the exterior fabric.
- Image limitationsEmbossed text on the interior leather label is raised but not legible at this crop and resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
black· exterior body#151515beige gold· interior lining#D4C4ABpolished silver· metal hardwareblack· shoulder strap#141414- Exterior body materialPadded black smooth synthetic fabric exterior with horizontal quilting seam visible at the front edge.
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Customer Reviews
29 total29 reviews · out of 5
Super
Super
Parfaite
Fidèle à la photo.
Pratique
Un peu petite mais quand même … J’arrive à y faire entrer cartes, téléphone, clés, gloss. Le nécessaire quoi.
Je n'aimais pas le tissus
Je n'aimais pas le tissus de la lanière
lil purse
nice and compact but roomy enough for phone and a few necessary things to carry , wipeable, and Navy goes with everything!
Pratique
Parfait pour placer téléphone et porte-cartes J’aurais apprécié 1 pouce de plus en hauteur et en largeur
Très pratique!
Très pratique!
Très pratique.
Les dimensions sont parfaites pour le cellulaire et autres articles; il y a 4 sections donc facile de s’y retrouver.
Pochette pour téléphone
Bien des compartiments, très bien.
Très satisfaite
La grandeur est parfaite.
Légèreté
Pochette pratique de par son poids et ses 2 compartiments.
Exactly what was needed
Exactly what was needed
Léger et rangement intéressant.
Léger et rangement intéressant.
I bought a black phone
I bought a black phone case at Simons a while back and was looking for something brighter. I already knew the product. Very happy with it as I am with the black one.
Parfaite pour y mettre ton
Parfaite pour y mettre ton téléphone cellulaire, un passeport et ta carte de crédit
Low quality
Low quality compared to Simons standard.
La pochette pour téléphone
Très utile et pratique. Parfait pour la marche !
J’adore!
Cette pochette est parfaite! Je l’utilise tout le temps maintenant. Elle est bien conçue, jolie et pratique.
Cute
Nice, will fit a phone and a small valet.
Pochette pour téléphone et autres
Je l’ai finalement offerte à mon conjoint!
Sleeveless cotton/linen button down
Beautiful fabric. I usually take a small. The armpits on this one are beyond huge! Sadly will have to return. No XS in stock . . not sure if the armpits would be any smaller. Too bad. I was really looking forward to this sleeveless button down!
Pratique
Jolie on ne peut s’en passer
as described
Great. Perfect for shopping when you go by public transport.
Pochette pour téléphone 📱
Je l’aime énormément car il peut loger beaucoup pour sa grandeur et il est très léger …merci Simons .
Simple but practical
It's exactly as pictured. The zippers are solid and look like they will hold up to repeated use. Roomy enough for a phone, wallet and keys without having to wedge everything in.
Adolescentes ravies
Mes nièces sont juste trop contentes de leur pochettes. Elles sont identiques (les pochettes, pas mes nièces, bien qu'elles soient jumelles) , mais accessoirisées. . . . voir mes autres commentaires. ;-)
Phone Clutch
Love the colour but two tight to fit my phone and cards comfortably.
Belle grosseur, beau matériel facile à laver
Les fermetures éclairs sont uniquement sur le dessus (ne descendent pas sur les côtés. Ce qui rends l’accès au fonds de la pochette un peu difficile.
Pochette
Parfaite et légère pour avoir sur soi.
Q&A
3 answered- What is the maximum phone size (including case) that can fit in this clutch?
- Based on interior dimensions of 7 inches in height, 4.75 inches in width, and 1.25 inches in depth, the clutch can accommodate phones up to roughly those measurements, including a slim case. Most standard smartphones like the iPhone 14 Pro Max should fit, but larger phablets may be tight.
- Are there any specific care instructions for cleaning this recycled polyester clutch?
- Specific care instructions are not provided in the product listing. We recommend spot cleaning with a damp cloth and mild soap, as recycled polyester typically can be gently hand washed and air dried.
- Does the polyurethane foam interlining provide any shock protection for the phone in case of drops?
- The polyurethane foam interlining does add some cushioning, but the listing does not rate or test the clutch for shock protection. It should not be relied upon for drop protection beyond casual everyday use.