Best Bags for a Beach Wedding

I just got back from dinner with my cousin and his new fiance. The wedding it set for November and will take place on a boat off the coast of Key West and on the beach. This of course got me thinking: what is the appropriate bag for a beach wedding?

Because it is a somewhat formal occasion that will happen at night, the best bet in terms of style is certainly a clutch. But clutches come in all shapes, sizes, and colors - so I, of course, have taken the liberty of selecting those that I think will best suit the occasion.

COLOR

A bright colorful clutch is a great way to add a bit of pizazz to an otherwise less than exciting sundress or cocktail dress that errs on the side of casual. A few of my favorites appear below:

This beautiful aqua color would be perfect for a seaside wedding, and the built in handles provide flexibility in how you carry it
Carlos Falchi Croc Clutch
$2,550 at Neiman Marcus

A white sun dress would look perfect next to this gorgeous croc raspberry clutch
Nancy Gonzales Flap Croc Clutch
$1,400 at Neiman Marcus (also available in blue and lime green)

Ditto on the aqua color; linen is the perfect material for a warm weather wedding, and has the added bonus of keeping the price extremely reasonable.
Lauren Merkin Louise Glittered Linen Clutch
$180 at Neiman Marcus (also available in off-white and pink)

Another more reasonably priced option, this pink leather clutch can be used first for a beach wedding, and then many, many times over for a night on the town. Have a colorful dress? Then go with the black leather option.
Kooba Penelope Clutch
$295 at Neiman Marcus

STRAW

Think color may not work for you? Another option is to go with a straw clutch, which is a perfect choice for a more casual beach wedding. Find one that integrates color and you'll have a great companion.

This Adrienne clutch captures the animal print trend and combines it with bamboo straw. Pair it with a black, white, or colored frock.
Adrienne Vittadini Straw Animal Clutch
$148 at Bloomingdales

These Tory Burch clutches come in a variety of colors, five of which are shown above. They're a wee bit on the pricey side, but a perfect option for a beach wedding.
Tory Burch Rattan Clutch
$275 at Bloomingdales