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
$507.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Vancouver Suede Clutch Bag Brown
$536.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Tokyo Shoulder Bag Black
$507.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
The New York Suede Shoulder Bag Red
$536.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Santorini Tote Bag Brown
$389.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
New York Tote Bag Beige
$536.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
New York Shoulder Bag Beige
$536.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
The Santorini Tote Bag Black
$389.00
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
-40%
by FAR
Rachel leather shoulder bag Brown
$272.00
$453.00
Mytheresa
-44%
by FAR
Handbags Brown
$304.00
$540.00
Yoox
-30%
by FAR
Rachel croc-effect leather shoulder bag Beige
$291.00
$415.00
Mytheresa
-76%
by FAR
Handbags Blue
$135.00
$555.00
Yoox
-38%
by FAR
Mini Soho Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag Pink
$495.00
$804.00
Balardi
-64%
by FAR
Handbags Black
$264.00
$735.00
Yoox
-38%
by FAR
Mini Soho Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag Green
$495.00
$804.00
Balardi
-78%
by FAR
Handbags Blue
$125.00
$573.00
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 Yara shoulder bag Brown
$195.00
Simons
-45%
JW PEI
Fei silver bag
$82.50
$150.00
TheDoubleF
JW PEI
Womens Bria evening bag Black
$125.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Lucia braided evening bag Black
$195.00
Simons
-44%
JW PEI
Womens Nova tubular-handle baguette bag Black
$99.95
$180.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Hana small bag Yellow
$150.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Lucia braided evening bag Brown
$195.00
Simons
-33%
JW PEI
Womens Plum braided shoulder bag Red
$149.95
$225.00
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.
-33%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$364.00
$545.00
Yoox
-33%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$532.00
$795.00
Yoox
Mansur Gavriel
Womens Cloud black leather mini bag
$795.00
Simons
-59%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$288.00
$695.00
Yoox
-61%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$236.00
$607.00
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.
-30%
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Red
$344.00
$492.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Beaded Couch Clutch Yellow
$489.00
Eraldo
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag White
$415.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Timmy Shoulder Bag Brown
$489.00
Eraldo
Staud
Tommy beaded shoulder bag Brown
$510.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Timmy Beaded Shoulder Bag Orange
$489.00
Eraldo
Staud
Owen suede shoulder bag Brown
$430.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Jewel Beaded Tote Bag Brown
$554.00
Eraldo
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
Big Santa Croce Interwoven Leather Tote Bag
Dragon Diffusion
Small Grace Tote Bag Green
$475.00
Eraldo
-21%
Dragon Diffusion
Rosanna Mini Silver Shoulder Bag
$601.00
$761.00
Balardi
-13%
Dragon Diffusion
Castello Medium Shoulder Bag Brown
$803.00
$927.00
Balardi
Dragon Diffusion
Womens Espresso brown braided leather bag
$750.00
Simons
-21%
Dragon Diffusion
Santa Maria Mini Black Shoulder Bag
$776.00
$981.00
Balardi
Original text: Elisabeth Sall
