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.
-25%
DeMellier
Borse Marrone-Donna
$545.00
$726.00
Wanan Luxury
-10%
DeMellier
Borse Nero-Donna
$510.00
$565.00
Wanan Luxury
-10%
DeMellier
Borse Nero-Donna
$492.00
$545.00
Wanan Luxury
-10%
DeMellier
Borse Bianco-Donna
$537.00
$595.00
Wanan Luxury
DeMellier
Demellier - Cannes Leather Clutch Bag - Womens - Pink
$350.00
MATCHES
DeMellier
+ Net Sustain Tokyo Suede And Leather Shoulder Bag - Brown - One size
$465.00
NET-A-PORTER
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
-78%
by FAR
Handbags Brown
$125.00
$573.00
Yoox
-38%
by FAR
Mini Soho Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag Green
$495.00
$804.00
Balardi
-64%
by FAR
Handbags Black
$232.00
$650.00
Yoox
-38%
by FAR
Mini Soho Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag Pink
$495.00
$804.00
Balardi
-58%
by FAR
Handbags Brown
$350.00
$834.00
Yoox
-45%
by FAR
Gib Leather Shoulder Bag Pink
$518.00
$936.00
Balardi
-58%
by FAR
Handbags Beige
$350.00
$834.00
Yoox
-79%
by FAR
Handbags Beige
$155.00
$728.00
Yoox
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
Womens Petal charm evening bag Black
$175.00
Simons
-40%
JW PEI
Fei silver bag
$50.06
$83.43
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JW PEI
Womens Joy wavy baguette bag Black
$125.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Thea small trapezoidal briefcase bag Black
$125.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Joy wavy baguette bag Red
$125.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Nova tubular-handle baguette bag Black
$180.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Hana small bag Yellow
$150.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Hana small bag Brown
$150.00
Simons
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.
-49%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Brown
$229.00
$445.00
Yoox
-2%
Mansur Gavriel
Borsa Blue
$889.00
$904.00
Balardi
-37%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Brown
$342.00
$545.00
Yoox
-61%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$236.00
$607.00
Yoox
-62%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Blue
$206.00
$545.00
Yoox
-76%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Red
$189.00
$800.00
Yoox
-62%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags White
$151.00
$395.00
Yoox
-76%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Pink
$189.00
$800.00
Yoox
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
Handbags White
$195.00
Yoox
Staud
Bag Alana Brown
$517.00
Balardi
Staud
Handbags Black
$195.00
Yoox
Staud
Bag Olly Red
$437.00
Balardi
-48%
Staud
Handbags Beige
$211.00
$409.00
Yoox
-6%
Staud
Bag Harlow Beige
$545.00
$577.00
Balardi
-60%
Staud
Handbags Silver
$174.00
$439.00
Yoox
Staud
Ollie Bag White
$437.00
Balardi
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
Santa Croce Handbags Verde-Donna
Dragon Diffusion
Bags Green
$402.00
Balardi
-24%
Dragon Diffusion
Handbags Brown
$305.00
$399.00
Yoox
-21%
Dragon Diffusion
Rosanna Mini Silver Shoulder Bag
$601.00
$761.00
Balardi
Dragon Diffusion
Flat Gora Mini Bag-Donna
$350.00
Wanan Luxury
-21%
Dragon Diffusion
Santa Maria Mini Dark Brown Shoulder Bag
$744.00
$941.00
Balardi
-38%
Dragon Diffusion
Bags Blacks And Greys-Donna
$293.00
$473.00
Wanan Luxury
-21%
Dragon Diffusion
Santa Marta Black Crossbody Bag
$784.00
$991.00
Balardi
-38%
Dragon Diffusion
Bags Marrone-Donna
$293.00
$473.00
Wanan Luxury
Original text: Elisabeth Sall
