MERMAIDWAY

Micro accessories are having a major moment, and nothing is more tempting than a tiny, sparkling purse. But here’s the question your camera roll can’t answer: what actually fits? This first-half guide cuts the fluff and gets practical. We’ll decode sizes, run a straightforward “What Fits” test, and walk through six editor-approved styles with real capacity notes - so you can pick the right micro evening bag for your plans, not just your grid.

We’re writing for real life: weddings with long days and short clutches, nights out where you need hands free, and formal dinners where a hard case looks luxe but… won’t hold your phone. Throughout, you’ll see buying cues for a rhinestone clutch, a convertible party bag, or a discreet wedding guest bag that won’t steal the show (but will survive the dance floor).