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Brides / Jaclyn Mastropasqua
When attending a wedding, choosing a chic purse to hang on your arm is just as important as selecting the right dress to wear. While you certainly don't need to pack many items for the night, there are a few small purse staples you'll want while dancing, secretly wiping tears from your eyes, or holding a drink and grabbing a passed hors d'oeuvre.
You may want a purse that you can wear for all your future wedding invites or a statement clutch to go with a specific dress. Either way, we researched the best wedding guest purses that are stylish yet large enough to hold all your essentials while celebrating the couple.
Most Trendy
Cult Gaia The Bubble Clutch
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This trendy option will quickly become your go-to wedding guest purse, thanks to its versatility and of-the-moment style. It's small enough to look stylish, but it still holds an impressive amount of items.
Colors: Ivory, green | Materials: Acrylic | Dimensions: 7.7" L x 3.1" W x 4.6" H
Best Elegant
Kelly & Katie Princess Pleat Clutch
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The timeless design of this pleated clutch will work for almost any wedding and with almost any dress. The shimmery gold color is just as versatile, and with the snap closure, you don't have to worry about anything falling out.
Colors: Gold metallic | Materials: Satin | Dimensions: 7" L x 1.75" W x 4.5" H
Best on Amazon
Dasein Suede Clutch
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Need a purse ASAP? You can find beautiful wedding purses on Amazon that will arrive quickly and allow easy returns as needed. This bag is one of the top sellers. Coming in 16 different colors, you can easily match the faux suede design to your outfit. Best of all, it's large enough to fit an iPhone 14 Pro Max and it has a removable gold chain strap.
Colors: 16 | Materials: Faux suede | Dimensions: 2" D x 8.5" W x 5" H
Best Sparkle
Whiting & Davis Solier Ruffle Bucket Bag
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For some glitter and glitz, opt for this metallic option that puts a dressed-up spin on the bucket bag. The crystal mesh adds so much pretty sparkle and the brass handle is a beautiful touch.
Colors: Gold, silver | Materials: Brass mesh with crystals | Dimensions: 6" D x 6" W x 5.5" H
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For something that is chic and timeless, there's this nude Christian Louboutin bag. Made of shiny patent leather, it features a unique shape and the brand's signature red interior for a pop of color.
Colors: Nude, black | Materials: Patent leather | Dimensions: 2" D x 12" W x 6.1" H
Best Envelope Clutch
Saint Laurent Uptown Leather Clutch
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An envelope clutch is a classic option that will never go out of style. This one features YSL's signature logo as well as a convenient magnetic closure. Small and slim, this is the ultimate party clutch.
Colors: 5 | Materials: Leather | Dimensions: 0.5" D x 10.75" W x 6.25" H
Best Woven
Show Me Your Mumu Agnes Woven Bag
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This woven and faux leather purse is definitely on the more casual side and is perfect for daytime or beach weddings. The gold hardware makes it feel more dressed up and the chunky chain is on-trend.
Colors: Beige | Materials: Faux leather | Dimensions: 24 centimeters x 13 centimeters x 7 centimeters
Best Colorful
Olga Berg Carlita Carnivale Clutch
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This colorful bag isn't going to match everything, but it's so much fun that it's hard to resist. The multicolored fringe and raffia are especially great for summertime weddings with a festive dress code.
Colors: Multi | Materials: Fringe and raffia | Dimensions: 1.5" D x 7" W x 4" H
Best Gold
Cult Gaia Mini Nala
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This fan-shaped clutch is unique but not overwhelming, and won't distract too much attention from the rest of your look. However, be sure to keep in mind that it's a smaller size than the standard clutch, and may not fit all of your necessities.
Colors: Gold, silver | Materials: Leather | Dimensions: 2" D x 10 1/2" W x 5 1/2" H
Best Beaded
Judith Leiber Couture Envelope Beaded Clutch Bag
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While this bag is a bit of a splurge, it's also a classic evening beaded bag that you'll probably use for countless events. Get it in a bright color like this light siam shade, or opt for something more neutral, like hematite or jet black.
Colors: 7 | Materials: Satin, crystals | Dimensions: 0.8" D x 10" W x 5" H
Best Wristlet
Brahmin Daisy Bag
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A wristlet is a great option if you want something very small that is easy to carry throughout the entire night. This one from Brahmin is unique and funky, and comes in shiny metallic shades that are fun and colorful.
Colors: 9 | Materials: Croc-embossed leather | Dimensions: 2.0″ D x 8.5″ W 5.38″ H
Best Bright
Rebecca Minkoff Ruched Clutch
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Neutral shades like beige, silver, or black are great, but sometimes you just want a really bold color. This ruched clutch comes in several different bright hues, like this Bouganville shade that will stand out in any crowd.
Colors: 8 | Materials: Polyurethane | Dimensions: 4" D x 11" W x 7" H
Best Embellishments
Nina Kaidy Feather Trim Satin Clutch
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This satin clutch features crystal and feather embellishments, so it kind of has it all. The feathered detail makes it fun, and the crystals give just enough sparkle.
Colors: 5 | Materials: Textile, feather | Dimensions: Not specified
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This inexpensive clutch is a great choice if you're looking for something budget-friendly. The oversized bow detail is cute, and the overall look is chic and holds a decent amount of items.
Colors: Black | Materials: Faux leather | Dimensions: 0.75" D x 11.25" W x 5.75" H
Best Modern
Sophia Webster Clara Box Bag
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The boxy shape of this bag is modern and unique, but still elegant, thanks to the gold frame. The crystal ball closure is a beautiful detail, and it also comes with a detachable strap so you can adjust how you want to wear it. We love the Barbiecore pink shade.
Colors: Pink | Materials: Crystal | Dimensions: 2" D x 7.5" W x 4" H
Most Modern
Cult Gaia Annika Acrylic Box Clutch
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The Annika Acrylic Box Clutch from Cult Gaia has a modern style all its own. The bag has a snap closure, is fully lined, and can hold a large cell phone. It is available in a classic black shade as well as brass and magenta.
Colors: Black, brass, magenta | Materials: Acrylic | Dimensions: 2.5" D x 10" W x 4.5" H
Most Sleek
Olga Berg Lia Facetted Clutch With Tassel
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With a sleek style and a decorative (removable) tassel, this clutch is a classic piece you’ll carry again and again. Made of vegan leather with a satin lining, the bag also features a detachable shoulder strap with a 20-inch drop for versatility.
Colors: Black, natural, blush, white | Materials: Vegan leather | Dimensions: 2.5" D x 8" W x 5" H
Best Shape
Simkhai Bridget Brass Oyster Bag
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This oyster bag tops our list for the best shape. Designed to look like a shell, this metal bag comes in silver or brass. It has a magnetic closure at the top and can be worn with or without the included 20-inch chain shoulder strap.
Colors: Gold, silver | Materials: Metal | Dimensions: 3" D x 9" W x 5.75" H
What to Look for in a Wedding Guest Purse
- Design: When shopping for the right wedding guest purse, you have to decide if you want something versatile that can be used as your go-to evening bag, or something more bold, trendy, and fun that will make a statement. For a wedding guest purse that can be used for almost every wedding dress code (and more), opt for neutral shades such as black, white, nude, gold, or silver. For a standout piece, look for bright colors, interesting designs, and funky embellishments.
- Size: You should also search for functional pieces. If your purse can't even hold your phone, what's the point of having it? A wedding guest purse should be small enough to be handheld, but with a large enough pocket to hold your essentials without bulging. Before purchasing a wedding guest purse, double-check the bag's dimensions to see if it's at least large enough to hold your phone.
- Comfort: Lastly, look for a purse that is comfortable for you. If you want something to hang over your shoulder so your hands are free, opt for a small handbag or mini crossbody bag. And if you don't mind holding your bag or sticking it under your arm, a clutch is also a great option (even better, a clutch with a chain that can be put inside the bag if you want).
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Contributing writer Jessica Booth is a freelance writer and formerly served as an editor for seven years. Her work has been featured in Bustle, Insider, Redbook, and Refinery29.
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