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.
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DeMellier
The Small Vancouver Leather Crossbody Bag Brown
$232.50
$465.00
Neiman Marcus
DeMellier
New York leather shoulder bag White
$495.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
The Vancouver Clutch in Black Smooth Leather Clutch
$495.00
DeMellier
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DeMellier
Hudson Small leather top-handle bag Brown
$420.00
$525.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
Tokyo leather shoulder bag Brown
$465.00
Mytheresa
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
Baby Billy foldover shoulder bag - women - PVC/Polyurethane - One Size - Green
by FAR
ByFar Blue Baby Amber Shoulder Bag
$249.88
HEWI
by FAR
Rachel Mini Croc-Embossed Leather Shoulder Bag White
$174.99
Rue La La
by FAR
Rachel Mini Leather Shoulder Bag Pink
$188.99
Rue La La
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by FAR
Womens Metallic-Effect Tote Bag Green
$615.00
$625.00
LUX LAIR
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by FAR
Rachel croc-effect leather shoulder bag Beige
$255.00
$365.00
Mytheresa
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by FAR
Rachel leather shoulder bag Brown
$219.00
$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
Lily Shoulder Bag White
$79.00
Anthropologie
JW PEI
Leia Pleated Faux Leather Clutch in Black at Nordstrom
$99.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Carmen Bag Brown
$129.00
Anthropologie
JW PEI
Nova Baguette Shoulder Bag in Dark Olive at Nordstrom Brown
$129.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Eloise Shoulder Bag White
$129.00
Anthropologie
JW PEI
Medium Hana Tote in Brown at Nordstrom
$139.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Hana Medium Tote Bag Black
$139.00
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
Everyday Soft Leather Tote Bag Purple
$795.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Navy Suede Bucket Bag Blue
$256.63
HEWI
Mansur Gavriel
Medium Everyday Suede Tote Bag Green
$695.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Everyday Leather Shoulder Bag Gray
$695.00
Neiman Marcus
Mansur Gavriel
Clio Flap Croc-Embossed Leather Crossbody Bag Brown
$595.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Cabas Mini Leather Everyday Shoulder Bag Black
$625.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Gaia Naplak Leather Shoulder Bag Black
$395.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Gaia Zip Leather Shoulder Bag Blue
$395.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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.
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Staud
Tommy Beaded Shoulder Bag Yellow
$147.50
$295.00
Neiman Marcus
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Red
$380.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Cleo Fish Basket Leather Top-Handle Bag Black
$295.00
Neiman Marcus
Staud
Owen suede shoulder bag Brown
$295.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Ollie Curved Leather Shoulder Bag White
$250.00
Neiman Marcus
Staud
Palm leather-trimmed raffia top-handle bag Beige
$515.00
Mytheresa
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Staud
Maude Mini Python-Embossed Leather Satchel Shoulder Bag
$385.00
$550.00
Neiman Marcus
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Staud
Maude leather-trimmed raffia clutch Beige
$376.00
$470.00
Mytheresa
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
Handbags, female, Black, Size: ONE SIZE Santa Croce Small Tote
Original text: Elisabeth Sall
