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.
-50%
DeMellier
The Small Vancouver Leather Crossbody Bag Brown
$232.50
$465.00
Neiman Marcus
-20%
DeMellier
Tokyo suede tote bag Brown
$476.00
$595.00
Mytheresa
-20%
DeMellier
Tokyo leather shoulder bag Black
$372.00
$465.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
New York Shoulder Bag Beige
$524.00
Eraldo
-30%
DeMellier
Florence Large suede tote bag Brown
$483.00
$690.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
New York suede shoulder bag Brown
$495.00
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
By FAR Billy Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
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
-74%
by FAR
Handbags Yellow
$149.00
$580.00
Yoox.com
by FAR
Rachel Mini Leather Shoulder Bag Pink
$188.99
Rue La La
-30%
by FAR
Rachel croc-effect leather shoulder bag Beige
$255.00
$365.00
Mytheresa
by FAR
ByFar Croc Embossed Mini Rachel Bag Brown
$195.85
HEWI
-40%
by FAR
Rachel leather shoulder bag Brown
$219.00
$365.00
Mytheresa
-78%
by FAR
Handbags Green
$100.00
$460.00
Yoox.com
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
Nova Baguette Shoulder Bag in Dark Olive at Nordstrom Brown
$129.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Harlee Asymmetric Shoulder Bag White
$99.00
Anthropologie
JW PEI
Mini Nova Baguette Shoulder Bag in Ice Blue at Nordstrom
$99.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Yara Shoulder Bag White
$139.00
Anthropologie
JW PEI
Leia Pleated Faux Leather Clutch in Black at Nordstrom
$99.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Orla Weave Handbag White
$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
Clio Flap Croc-Embossed Leather Crossbody Bag Brown
$595.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-45%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$380.00
$695.00
Yoox.com
Mansur Gavriel
Everyday Leather Shoulder Bag Gray
$695.00
Neiman Marcus
Mansur Gavriel
Gnocchi Mini Suede Shoulder Bag Blue
$645.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Gnocchi Mini Leather Shoulder Bag Black
$645.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Cabas Mini Leather Everyday Shoulder Bag Black
$625.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Everyday Leather Shoulder Bag Black
$695.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Mansur Gavriel
Everyday Soft Leather Tote Bag Black
$895.00
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.
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Red
$350.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Harlow Buckle Suede Shoulder Bag Blue
$350.00
Neiman Marcus
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Red
$350.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Ollie Curved Leather Shoulder Bag White
$250.00
Neiman Marcus
Staud
Palm leather-trimmed raffia top-handle bag Beige
$350.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Maude Mini Leather Satchel Shoulder Bag Black
$450.00
Neiman Marcus
Staud
Owen suede shoulder bag Brown
$295.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Maude Croc-Embossed Leather Shoulder Bag Brown
$550.00
Neiman Marcus
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
holy cross tote bag
Dragon Diffusion
Martha Woven Leather Tote Black
$323.99
Rue La La
-25%
Dragon Diffusion
Mini Flat Gora Braidedtote Bag Brown
$294.00
$392.00
Eraldo
-7%
Dragon Diffusion
Grace small basket bag Black
$368.00
$396.00
THEBS
-20%
Dragon Diffusion
Santa Croce Small Leather Tote Brown
$409.99
$514.00
GILT
-17%
Dragon Diffusion
holy cross tote bag Black
$342.00
$413.00
THEBS
-21%
Dragon Diffusion
Santa Cano Leather Top Handle Bag Brown
$429.99
$546.00
GILT
-22%
Dragon Diffusion
Grace Small Leather Shoulder Bag Black
$369.98
$474.00
ShopSimon
-20%
Dragon Diffusion
Lina Leather Bucket Bag Brown
$279.99
$348.00
GILT
Original text: Elisabeth Sall
