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 in Spain or Italy, and part of the profits help children in need. Much of their collection sits below £550, which is well worth it for their level of craftsmanship.
-36%
DeMellier
The Hudson in Tan Small Grain Leather Tote & Work bag Brown
£375.00
£585.00
DeMellier
DeMellier
The Midi New York in Black Small Grain Leather Shoulder bag
£475.00
DeMellier
DeMellier
The New York in Black Small Grain Leather Shoulder bag
£550.00
DeMellier
DeMellier
The Midi Hudson in Tan Small Grain Leather Crossbody bag Brown
£495.00
DeMellier
-20%
DeMellier
Red New York Midi Leather Tote Bag - Womens - Cotton/Leather
£356.00
£445.00
Browns
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 crossbody bag - Grey
by FAR
ByFar Blue Baby Amber Shoulder Bag
£185.00
HEWI
-40%
by FAR
ByFar Croc Embossed Mini Rachel Bag Brown
£145.00
HEWI
-30%
by FAR
Rachel croc-effect leather shoulder bag Beige
£201.00
£288.00
Mytheresa
-40%
by FAR
Rachel leather shoulder bag Brown
£181.00
£303.00
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
Lucia shoulder bag - Brown
£129.00
FARFETCH
JW PEI
mini Hana structured handbag - Brown
£133.00
FARFETCH
-6%
JW PEI
mini Hana tote bag - Green
£115.00
£122.00
FARFETCH
-6%
JW PEI
Elise structured tote bag - Brown
£115.00
£122.00
FARFETCH
JW PEI
Elise tote bag - Neutrals Beige
£121.00
FARFETCH
-5%
JW PEI
Elise logo-detail tote bag - Black
£125.00
£132.00
FARFETCH
JW PEI
large Elise tote bag - Brown
£155.00
FARFETCH
-5%
JW PEI
Elise tote bag - White
£115.00
£121.00
FARFETCH
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
Navy Suede Bucket Bag Blue
£190.00
HEWI
Mansur Gavriel
mini Everyday leather tote bag - Black
£498.00
FARFETCH
Mansur Gavriel
mini Cloud clutch bag - Silver
£609.00
FARFETCH
Mansur Gavriel
mini leather bucket bag - Black
£611.00
FARFETCH
Mansur Gavriel
mini leather bucket bag - Black
£498.00
FARFETCH
-19%
Mansur Gavriel
mini Bloom shoulder bag - Pink
£587.00
£726.00
FARFETCH
Mansur Gavriel
Everyday Cabas tote bag - White
£777.00
FARFETCH
-10%
Mansur Gavriel
large Candy tote bag - Brown
£901.00
£1,001.00
FARFETCH
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
Palm leather-trimmed raffia top-handle bag Beige
£335.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Staud
Owen suede shoulder bag Brown
£228.00
£285.00
Mytheresa
-12%
Staud
Black Mini Bag for Women - female - STAUD - Shoulder Bags - Black - ONE SIZE - Bags
£230.50
£261.00
Miinto
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Red
£315.00
Mytheresa
-34%
Staud
Bella Saddle Bag - female - STAUD - Cross Body Bags - Brown - ONE SIZE - Bags
£286.50
£434.00
Miinto
Staud
Timmy Small beaded shoulder bag Red
£335.00
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
Brown Santa Croce Tote Bag - Womens - Calf Leather
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Original text: Elisabeth Sall
