I’m on the hunt for a purse. The big debate is whether to buy a bag that is: (1) cheap and off-white that I’ll never wear again, (2) glittery that I’ll rarely wear again, or (3) pale gold and practical and will be worn all the time.
This is a cheap option from White Aisle for $35. I would probably give it to my baby niece to play dress-up with after the wedding.

I also found this cute fabric and mother-of-pearl purse at Ann Taylor. It’s less than $100; I think I would go with it if it went on sale.

I love the glittery Moyna bags that Mrs. Bee blogged about yesterday. If I go with a champagne color, I might actually get some use out of it. Priced around $200.
Stuart Weitzman has gorgeous evening bags, but not quite my style (and a bit pricey at $345).
Lauren Merkin is the practical route. Her bags are great and I’ve been meaning to get one anyway. Pale gold would certainly match with my dress, but it’s not very “bridey.” This Eve purse is $180, but Daily Candy is offering a 25% discount. Just type in DCMERKIN at checkout.
What to do… what to do?
Though the moyna bags are pretty - you’re right - you’d only wear them on special occasions. The Laura Merkin is definitely the way to go. You’ll get a lot of mileage out of it.
i bought a cheap off white purse (that i didn’t really end up using anyway) and gave it to my niece after the wedding. when she was a flowergirl in my sil’s wedding last month, she brought the purse. =)