OMG I had the same dilemma and I did exactly what you did--I got both, intending to return one. But I ended up keeping both! I use the gold one more as an everyday purse for work, errands, etc. I use the black on my Disney trips, which have been averaging 4 - 6 times a year. I love how roomy it is and how I can wear it crossbody. And it's not heavy at all. If you can keep both, I'd say keep both. At the discounted price, I felt like I was getting 2 bags for the price of 1! At least that's how I justified it to myself...