The 6 affordable handbag brands you need to know
Who doesn’t love window shopping for designer handbags? Brands like Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Chanel, and Hermès are on all of our Christmas wishlists. Maybe one day…
The good news is that we’re here to tell you that you don’t need to spend two months’ rent on a handbag to receive top-notch craftsmanship and innovative designs. Here are the six affordable handbag brands that every bag lover needs to know.
DeMellier‘s founder Mireia Llusia-Lindh describes their collection as “handbags with no compromises”: no compromises between quality and sustainability. Each bag is handcrafted with sustainable materials and part of the profits helps children in need. Much of their collection sits below $550, which is well worth it for their level of craftsmanship.
DeMellier
Stoc Shoulder Bag - Brown
$526.47
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DeMellier
Vancouver suede clutch Brown
$520.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
N122 Miami Clutch - Black
$372.51
Italist
DeMellier
Stockholm Small suede top-handle bag Brown
$520.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
Miami Shoulder Bag - White
$410.16
Italist
DeMellier
New York leather shoulder bag Red
$520.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
York Shoulder Bag - Black
$526.47
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DeMellier
New York suede shoulder bag Brown
$520.00
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One of the it-brands of the moment, it seems like every fashion editor in town has a by FAR handbag on her arm—the multi-pocketed Billy is one of our favourites. Designed between Sofia, London, and Sydney, by FAR’s handbags reflect individuality, high-end materials, technological expertise, and innovation.
by FAR
By FAR Billy Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
by FAR
Issa Shoulder Bag - Black
$431.12
Italist
by FAR
Rachel Mini Leather Shoulder Bag Pink
$188.99
Rue La La
by FAR
Rachel Shoulder Bag - Grey Gray
$211.13
Italist
by FAR
Rachel Mini Croc-Embossed Leather Shoulder Bag White
$174.99
Rue La La
by FAR
Crocodile-Embossed Leather Shoulder Bag - Brown
$253.20
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by FAR
ByFar Blue Baby Amber Shoulder Bag
$249.88
HEWI
by FAR
Ami Shoulder Bag - Beige
$383.22
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by FAR
Rachel croc-effect leather shoulder bag Beige
$255.00
$365.00
Mytheresa
With most of their pieces sitting comfortably under $200, JW Pei features one of the most affordable and colourful bag collections out there. Designed in LA and made of recycled vegan leather, JW Pei’s pieces are perfect for a treat without breaking the bank.
JW PEI
Top Handle Bag - Black
$277.02
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JW PEI
Yara Shoulder Bag Gray
$139.00
Anthropologie
JW PEI
Carmen Top Handle Bag - Brown
$289.18
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JW PEI
Nala Large Tote Bag
$209.00
Anthropologie
JW PEI
Nala Tote Bag - Brown
$289.18
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JW PEI
Elena Snake Top Handle Bag Purple
$139.00
Anthropologie
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JW PEI
Lucia Faux Suede Top Handle Bag in Dark Olive at Nordstrom Brown
$96.75
$129.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Hana Hardware Wallet Black
$59.00
Anthropologie
Mansur Gavriel started out with just two bags silhouettes—a bucket and a tote—that immediately became cult pieces. Designed in New York City and handcrafted in Italy, Mansur Gavriel’s price range treads in the luxury department, but the quality makes it worth the investment.
Mansur Gavriel
Soft M Tote Bag Brown
$795.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Mini Everyday Cabas Leather Top-Handle Bag
$495.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Mini Gnocci Raffia Bag in Ebony at Nordstrom
$675.00
Nordstrom
Mansur Gavriel
Rhea Metal Handle Hobo Bag Gold
$845.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Moon Sling Suede Crossbody Bag Brown
$595.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Gaia Leather Baguette Bag in Budino at Nordstrom
$475.00
Nordstrom
According to STAUD, fashion should be not only empowering but also affordable. The brand heavily focuses on design, complementing both refined originality and timeless classics, STAUD presents a unique and bold mid-price handbag collection.
Staud
Tommy Shoulder Bag - Multicolor
$478.42
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Staud
Ollie Shoulder Bag - Brown
$493.60
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Staud
Shoulder Bag - Multicolor
$562.21
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Staud
Harlow Shoulder Bag - Brown
$510.75
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Staud
Brooklyn Shoulder Bag - Brown
$654.22
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Staud
Harlow Shoulder Bag - Brown
$533.94
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Staud
Lamb Leather with Buckle Belt Shoulder Bag - Brown
$623.89
Italist
Staud
Ollie Shoulder Bag - Black
$382.00
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Dragon Diffusion‘s woven tote bags are the perfect combination of style and pragmatism: sturdy and oversized, their Santa Croce tote will quickly become your go-to. Not to mention that all their bags are handmade to order for maximum quality.
Dragon Diffusion
Grace Basket Shoulder Bag - Black
$519.02
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Dragon Diffusion
Teresa Maxi Cabas Tote Bag - Black
$649.33
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Dragon Diffusion
Tote Bag - Tan Brown
$649.33
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Dragon Diffusion
Leather Shoulder Bag - Burgundy Red
$388.38
Italist
Dragon Diffusion
Santa Croce Top Handle Bag - Beige
$545.31
Italist
Dragon Diffusion
B Weave Shoulder Bag - Beige
$594.76
Italist
Dragon Diffusion
Santa Croce Shoulder Bag - Black
$451.38
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Dragon Diffusion
Castello Tote Bag - Brown
$563.17
Italist
Original text: Elisabeth Sall
