Wiktionary
minaudière
n. 1 (context obsolete English) A woman who is exaggeratedly coquettish or affected. (18th-19th c.) 2 A type of formal, decorative women's clutch bag without handles or a strap. (from 20th c.)
Wikipedia
Minaudière
A minaudière is a women's fashion accessory, generally considered a jewelry piece, intended to substitute for an evening bag. A case with compartments, it allows storage for several items in a small space, such as a makeup compact, lipstick, watch, reading glasses, or keys.
The minaudière appeared during the 1930s. Its invention is attributed to Charles Arpels, of Van Cleef & Arpels, but many jewellers and Haute Couture designers have created their own models.