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10 Handbags That Give “Designer” Without the $2k Price Tag

Saving up for a high-end designer handbag to show everyone in town you make the big bucks? Because let’s be honest, isn’t that the real reason many people buy designer handbags?

I myself made a promise to buy a designer handbag when I got to a certain income bracket…but with age comes wisdom and I soon realized once I was able to afford a designer handbag, I didn’t really want one.

I realized that more important than carrying around the latest designer logo was having a handbag that was well made, functional and chic AF. 

Non-designer handbags are uber elegant, more affordable, are probably made in the same factory or using the same technique as the designer bags and are a fraction of the price.

And why spend all your money on one designer handbag when you could invest in a ton of non-designer handbags for every season, occasion or style trend to complete your capsule wardrobe?

Check out these stylish non-designer handbags that will complete your outfit and keep your bank balance in check:

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1. Ganni Handbags

Ganni handbags use gorgeous colors, shapes and textures to tell your style story and will grab attention any where they go. The Bou bag, for example, has a unique shape and comes in gorgeous shades, patterns and textures for the ultimate storage accessory for your arm.

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 Bou Handbag by Ganni.com
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Velvet Moire Mini Hobo by Ganni.com

2. Polene Paris Handbags

Polene creates stunning leather handbags that scream quiet luxury with a modern vibe.

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3. Verano Hill

If you love carrying a handbag that sparks the question “where did you get that purse”, Verano Hill handbags are your best bet. Super affordable, these bags have a unique look that will capture attention every where you go! They have gorgeous evening bags to complete a party outfit or stylish handbags for the every day girl boss.

RELATED READING: Head-Turning Old Money Fashion Accessories for Effortless Elegance
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4. Vince Camuto Handbags

I found Vince Camuto when his Kiso Tote caught my eye. This quilted leather bag was a stunning and more affordable alternative to the YSL quilted handbag I really wanted, and I always get compliments on this tote. It’s super soft and available on Amazon!

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5. Rebecca Minkoff Non-Designer Handbags

Rebecca Minkoff is a brand that prides itself as being an industry leader in accessible luxury handbags and boasts edgy designs featuring “bohemian femininity with a little bit of rock ‘n’ roll.” Channel edgy elegance in one of her affordable and stylish handbags.

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7. Cos Handbags

Cos designs handbags and totes that are contemporary and modern in design with modern culture and fashion trends and movements in mind. Its bags are modern luxury at super affordable prices.

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8. Dragon Diffusion Woven Handbags

Dragon Diffusion designs woven handbags and basket bags for anyone loving a thatched style in their bags.

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9. Loeffler Randall Affordable Non-Designer Handbags

These affordable handbags have a designer look with a non-designer budget. The brand’s designs are elegant and feminine and will take you from day to evening options that are equally stunning.

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10. Strathberry Handbags

Strathberry creates stunning leather handbags for an old money look for every occasion.

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You don’t have to spend a fortune to get a stunning handbag, and these affordable non-designer handbag brands made this point quite clear!

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