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.
DeMellier
Tokyo Shoulder Bag Brown
$511.00
Eraldo
-20%
DeMellier
Tokyo leather shoulder bag White
$512.00
$640.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
New York Shoulder Bag Brown
$541.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Small Stockholm Top-handle Tote Bag Brown
$541.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Vancouver Chain Flap Tote Bag Black
$541.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Vancouver Suede Clutch Bag Brown
$541.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Tokyo Shoulder Bag Black
$511.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
New York Shoulder Bag Black
$541.00
Eraldo
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
-30%
by FAR
Rachel croc-effect leather shoulder bag Beige
$291.00
$415.00
Mytheresa
-38%
by FAR
Mini Soho Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag Pink
$495.00
$804.00
Balardi
-40%
by FAR
Rachel leather shoulder bag Brown
$272.00
$453.00
Mytheresa
-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
-12%
by FAR
Gib Bag Pink
$710.00
$803.00
Balardi
-64%
by FAR
Handbags Black
$264.00
$735.00
Yoox
-8%
by FAR
Holly Bag Green
$542.00
$591.00
Balardi
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
-22%
JW PEI
Fei Silver Bag
$121.00
$155.00
Balardi
JW PEI
Womens Thea small trapezoidal briefcase bag Black
$125.00
Simons
-23%
JW PEI
Black Gabbi Handbag
$133.00
$172.00
Balardi
JW PEI
Womens Joy wavy baguette bag Black
$125.00
Simons
-45%
JW PEI
Fei silver bag
$45.76
$83.19
TheDoubleF
JW PEI
Womens Bria faux-leather evening bag Black
$125.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Yara faux-leather shoulder bag Brown
$195.00
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.
-61%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$236.00
$607.00
Yoox
-49%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Brown
$229.00
$445.00
Yoox
Mansur Gavriel
Womens Candy snake leather shoulder bag Brown
$895.00
Simons
-62%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Blue
$206.00
$545.00
Yoox
-62%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags White
$151.00
$395.00
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
Owen suede shoulder bag Brown
$430.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Cuff leather clutch Black
$720.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Harlow suede shoulder bag Brown
$510.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Staud
Maude woven leather clutch Brown
$432.00
$720.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Red
$492.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Limona leather shoulder bag Yellow
$415.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Cuff suede clutch Brown
$720.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Brown
$510.00
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.
-21%
Dragon Diffusion
Rosanna Mini Silver Shoulder Bag
$601.00
$761.00
Balardi
-12%
Dragon Diffusion
Mini City Black Crossbody Bag
$511.00
$581.00
Balardi
-12%
Dragon Diffusion
Chunky Fellini Black Crossbody Bag
$484.00
$551.00
Balardi
Dragon Diffusion
Bags Green
$402.00
Balardi
Dragon Diffusion
Womens Espresso brown braided leather bag
$750.00
Simons
Original text: Elisabeth Sall
